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Health: Addiction

Expungement Initiative to Offer Citizens A Second Chance

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RUSTON, La. (PRWEB)

Northeast Delta Human Services Authority has announced a new initiative that will provide a limited number of qualifying clients who reside in Lincoln Parish the opportunity to pursue expungement with the aid of a professional attorney.

Expungement is a key component to breaking the cycle of recidivism in our community. For many individuals, a criminal record presents significant barriers to housing, employment and public benefits, which ultimately prevents them from reaching their full human potential.

“This initiative is designed to serve as a demonstration of one way that we can reach out to those who are actively seeking treatment and recovery and offer them a second chance,” said Dr. Monteic A. Sizer, executive director of Northeast Delta HSA. “Our goal is to create an opportunity for Lincoln Parish citizens who may have committed a crime under the influence of an addictive or mental health disorder to be meaningfully reintegrated back into society.”

The eligibility requirements for the initiative are as follows:

1) Any client who is currently connected to services through NEDHSA or has gone through the screening process to set an appointment with a NEDHSA clinic, AND

2) Has a criminal conviction or arrest for a misdemeanor or felony in Lincoln Parish.

“Every life has meaning and purpose beyond their criminal background,” said Attorney Kia Baldwin Richardson, Ruston, who is partnering with Northeast Delta for this initiative. “They have goals and dreams they want to fulfill, but their background check prevents employers and landlords from seeing the person they are today.”

Baldwin Richardson will be hosting an event to provide initial consultations for those interested in participating in the expungement initiative. This event will be held on Thursday, Dec. 19, from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m., at New Living Word Ministries, 1900 W. Barnett Springs Ave., Ruston, Louisiana. All clients attending the event are asked to bring a driver’s license or state-issued identification and, if possible, a copy of the court minutes showing their conviction.

“We must continue to innovate and remove obstacles from those who are committed to self-sufficiency and pursuing the American Dream,” said Sizer.

This expungement event is part of a larger workforce initiative by Northeast Delta that includes the LA-Re prison re-entry program and the Second Opportunity Workforce Solutions (SOWS) program.

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Reha-Stim Medtec, Inc. introduces the world’s first 3-Dimensional Body Weight Support System for Physical Rehabilitation.

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BOSTON (PRWEB)

Reha-Stim Medtec, Inc., a physical rehabilitation technology leader, announces the introduction of the FLOAT to the US market. The FLOAT is the world’s first 3-Dimensional overhead Body Weight Support System and can off-set a patient’s body weight by up to 200 lbs. The FLOAT allows patients who are unable to support their own body weight to safely practice and improve gait, general mobility, balance and other activities of daily living. Reha-Stim is the first company to provide this technology for use in a 3-Dimensional environment. The FLOAT allows the patient to move freely about the therapy area allowing for movements forward, back, left, right and up and down and in any combination. The FLOAT does not limit patient movement to two dimensions only, as other overhead body weight support systems currently do.

Multi-directional walking, including spontaneous planned or unplanned changes of direction, requires increased neuromuscular coordination and postural control that helps improve mobility and dynamic stability in patients who have suffered from Stroke, Spinal Code Injury, Brain Trauma or other neurological impairments. By allowing patients to move in a 3-D environment during therapy, patients can safely experience the same activities they will face when discharged to the home and community. “This type of Real-World mobility therapy helps patients reach their highest level of independence and quality of life possible” said Don Gronachan, VP of Reha-Stim Medtec, North America.

In addition to the unique 3-D movement capabilities, the FLOAT also helps reduce patient and therapist injuries by preventing falls and eliminating the need for therapists to physically engage the patient in an attempt to prevent a fall from occurring.        

About the Company:

Reha-Stim (reha-stim.com) was established in 1999 with a mission to develop scientifically based rehabilitation devices that effectively assist therapists in providing better patient outcomes. “Specifically, we translate the progress and clinical experience gained in the past 20 years into scientifically proven, evidence-based devices to support the rehabilitation of neurologically impaired patients. We are proud to add the FLOAT to our growing portfolio of innovative rehabilitation technologies” said Dr. Rauch, CEO of Reha-Stim.

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Technology: Electronics

Ketlor Releases New Research on Best Countertop Microwaves

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The review highlights specifications and factors that affect the purchase, including heating range and power consumption of these models, to underline noteworthy features, upgradations as well as shortcomings.


NEW YORK (PRWEB)

Ketlor, a website dedicated to offering comprehensive buying guides and product reviews of kitchen appliances, has released a new write-up reviewing the best countertop microwaves available. Ketlor’s research throws light on the five most popular and efficient countertop microwaves, including AmazonBasics Microwave, Panasonic NN-SU696S, Daewoo KOR-7LREM, and Toshiba EM131A5C-BS. The article discusses the design, cooking options, capacity, and performance of these models to give an overarching review.

The review highlights specifications and factors that affect the purchase, including heating range and power consumption of these models, to underline noteworthy features, upgradations as well as shortcomings. GE Profile JES2251SJ, for example, comes with additional features such as the child-lockout option and flaunts a capacity of 2.2 cubic feet, whereas Panasonic’s NN-SU696S, with a capacity of 1.3 cubic feet comes with a handy safety feature – it automatically adjusts power levels and cooking time. Another featured product is the AmazonBasics Microwave; the most striking feature of this model is that it can be integrated with Amazon Echo and can be operated via voice messages. This article rounds up a good range of microwaves and gives a detailed analysis of their style, price, size, venting, and more.

Ketlor has been specifically designed with the consumers in mind. It focuses on collating product information and video reviews to highlight product comparisons to help consumers make informed and careful purchase decisions. The website features product reviews and comparisons of the latest kitchen appliances and innovations in the market. In addition to listing the best-selling products in specific categories and aggregating customer ratings of products, they also bring out relevant reports regarding the latest upgrades in cooking and kitchen appliances.

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Two39 Group Launches New Brand, TWO39FITNESS, in Latest Deal

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BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. (PRWEB)

Two39 Group, LLC today announced that it has launched a new brand, TWO39FITNESS, via the acquisition of the business assets of Fit Nation Media Group, an event and media entertainment brand dedicated to promoting active and healthy lifestyles. Fit Nation operates events geared towards several disciplines of fitness such as endurance races, functional fitness competitions, and yoga festivals. In addition, Fit Nation publishes Fit Nation Magazine, a resource guide which celebrates the active, fitness, and healthy lifestyle community. Fit Nation Magazine is focused on keeping Southwest Florida residents fit, healthy, and active.

Stan Douge, founder and CEO of Fit Nation, will continue to be critical in driving success in his leadership role with TWO39FITNESS. Stan’s knowledge and experience in the sports events space will enable TWO39FITNESS to scale the business across different markets and segments.

Stan will be joined by Kyle Samelson, a graduate of Philadelphia’s Drexel University with a degree in Sports Management, where he gained experience in event planning and management with organizations such as The Philadelphia Eagles and The Philadelphia Freedoms of World Team Tennis.

“I’m excited to partner with the Two39 team to continue to expand the reach of Fit Nation,” Douge said. “I look forward to continue building fitness and healthy lifestyle products that people have come to expect from Fit Nation. The new Two39 Fitness will allow me to stay focused on the creation and development of all of our initiatives while building the brand into a nationally recognized fitness powerhouse.”

The new business will operate out of Southwest Florida’s technology hub and shared workspace, TWO39WORK. The space is located off of US-41 in Bonita Springs, centrally located for entrepreneurs, innovators, thought leaders and business owners from Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero and Fort Myers.

Two39 Group is investing in the success of growing companies through advisory and consulting while providing economic development and growth to the local community.

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Industry: Healthcare

Wealth-X Expands Global Dataset Across Europe

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NEW YORK (PRWEB)

Wealth-X, the leader in applied wealth intelligence, announced another significant expansion of the company’s proprietary global database today, identifying nearly 130,000 wealthy individuals in Europe, increasing coverage in that region by 350%.

In an effort led by Wealth-X’s Data Strategy team, these new data assets include records on both very high net worth (VHNW) individuals, those with a net worth of between $5 and $30 million, and ultra high net worth (UHNW) individuals, those with a net worth of $30 million or more.

The Wealth-X Database is the world’s largest contextual dataset of records on wealthy individuals available today, and this expansion will help organizations across the financial services, luxury goods, nonprofit and educational sectors to identify and engage with wealthy clients and donors in the region, including*:


  • Italy (45,000 individuals)

  • UK (35,000 individuals)

  • Germany (30,000 individuals)

  • France (19,000 individuals)

  • Spain (17,000 individuals)

  • Switzerland (14,000 individuals)

  • Austria (5,000 individuals)

  • BeNeLux (4,000 individuals)

  • Ireland (3,500 individuals)

This new European data is the most recent in a series of significant additions to the company’s proprietary database over the course of 2019. Most recently, Wealth-X announced the addition of close to 270,000 records of wealthy Chinese individuals to its global dataset in August. Other data expansions in 2019 included 1.5 million global political and philanthropic donations, over 10,000 private aviation assets, and close to 500,000 additional personal network connections within Wealth-X dossiers.

Wealth-X will continue to build upon its dataset into 2020 and beyond. Its next major data expansion will focus on wealthy individuals across Russia, Scandinavia, Southeast Asia, Australia and South America.

For more information on the Wealth-X Database and how to gain access, please visit: https://www.wealthx.com/solutions/database-access/

About Wealth-X

The global leader in wealth information and insight, Wealth-X partners with prestige brands across the financial services, luxury, nonprofit and higher-education industries to fuel strategic decision-making in sales, marketing and compliance. Wealth-X has developed the world’s largest collection of records on wealthy individuals and produces unparalleled data analysis to help organizations uncover, understand, and engage their target audience, as well as mitigate risk. Founded in 2010, with staff across North America, Europe and Asia, Wealth-X provides unique data, analysis, and counsel to a growing roster of over 500 clients, worldwide.

*Rounded figures

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Health: Psychology

Clinical Trials of Texas, Inc. Adds Local Psychiatrist to Site

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I feel fortunate to be joining forces with CTT at such an exciting time for CNS research. — Thomas R. Weiss, MD


SAN ANTONIO (PRWEB)

Clinical Trials of Texas, Inc. (CTT) is proud to announce the addition of Thomas R. Weiss, MD to its research site. Dr. Weiss will be responsible for oversight of Central Nervous System (CNS) research studies as a Principal Investigator (PI).

Dr. Weiss, who has a private psychiatry practice in San Antonio, has participated in more than 400 research studies over a span of 20 years. Some of the CNS treatments he has overseen in trials include dozens of medications that have been brought to market including Vraylar®, Namenda®, Trintellix®, Cymbalta®, Lexapro® and Lunesta®. He is also frequently sought after to participate in the speakers’ bureaus for pharmaceutical companies because of his expertise in CNS clinical research.

A former military doctor, Dr. Weiss spent 14 years in active duty in the Air Force and 9 years in the Navy Reserve. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology with Certificates of Added Qualifications in Addiction, Geriatric and Psychosomatic Medicine.

“I feel fortunate to be joining forces with CTT at such an exciting time for CNS research,” said Dr. Weiss. “There is so much new science making breakthrough therapies in areas of glutamatergic agents, MNDA agonist and antagonists, inflammatory modalities and devices.”

CTT is a woman-owned business founded in 2001 by Kay Scroggins, RN. The research site has grown to be one of the largest and most prestigious multi-therapeutic clinical trial facilities in the U.S. CTT conducts studies in phases I-IV across more than 50 indications including CNS, diabetes, liver disease, women’s and men’s health, vaccine, healthy participants, dermatology, rheumatology, memory loss and devices.Connect with CTT via its website, Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter.

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Health: Mental Health

Mediaplanet and Actress Glenn Close Team Up for Mental Health Awareness

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Award-winning actress Glenn Close graces the cover of Mediaplanet’s Mental Health Campaign

“My world changed when my sister, Jessie, came up to me one summer day and said, ‘I need your help. I can’t stop thinking about killing myself”


NEW YORK (PRWEB)

Mediaplanet recently announced the launch of the most recent edition of the “Mental Health” campaign. This campaign will educate readers on the importance of destigmatizing mental health and ensuring that those affected get the help they need. Now is a critical time to continue discussions surrounding these subjects, as 1 in 5 adults in the United States has a mental illness and the rate of suicide is on the rise. This campaign will empower readers to take control of their mental health and encourage them to help their loved ones do the same.

Award-winning actress Glenn Close graces the cover of this edition. “My world changed when my sister, Jessie, came up to me one summer day and said, ‘I need your help. I can’t stop thinking about killing myself,’” says Close. Close discusses the role mental health plays in her life, leading her to found her organization Bring Change to Mind. “We started Bring Change to Mind with the simple goal of starting the conversation,” Close says.

Mental illness affects millions of people every day and their loved ones. Organizations like Bring Change to Mind work to destigmatize mental health issues and provide resources and support to those who are struggling. According to a 2016 federal report, there will be a shortage of 250,000 behavioral health workers in this country by 2025. Bring Change to Mind’s High School Program encourages young people to get involved. “In joining the BC2M program,” Close says, “students gain access to this powerful network of like-minded teens where they can share ideas for campaigns, learn from each other, participate in regional events, and know that, as a collective, they are creating tangible change that will ripple through generations.”

The print component of “Mental Health” is distributed within today’s edition of USA Today in Chicago, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York and Washington DC/Baltimore markets, with a circulation of approximately 200,000 copies and an estimated readership of 600,000. The digital component is distributed nationally, through a vast social media strategy, and across a network of top news sites and partner outlets. To explore the digital version of the campaign, visit http://www.futureofpersonalhealth.com/topic/mental-health.

This campaign was made possible with the support of the Glenn Close, Active Minds, NAMI, SARDAA, Bring Change to Mind, Sun Pharmaceuticals, Fuller Theological Seminary, Rose Hill Center, Centerpointe Behavioral Health, Rogers Behavioral Health and more.

About Mediaplanet

Mediaplanet specializes in the creation of content marketing campaigns covering a variety of industries. We tell meaningful stories that educate our audience and position our clients as solution providers. Our unique ability to pair the right leaders with the right readers, through the right platforms, has made Mediaplanet a global content marketing powerhouse. Our award-winning stories have won the hearts of countless readers while serving as a valuable platform for brands and their missions. Just call us storytellers with a purpose. Please visit http://www.mediaplanet.com for more on who we are and what we do.

Press Contact:

Stephanie Sherman

Stephanie.sherman@mediaplanet.com

(646) 922-1401

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Business: Insurance

North American Title Insurance Co. adds new state agency manager to boost agent network in Louisiana market

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Shirley Carroll, state agency manager, Louisiana, for NATIC

When you can bring tailored solutions to clients and see them implement that roadmap and accompanying tools in a way that enhances operations, that is a great story to share.


MIAMI (PRWEB)

North American Title Insurance Co. (NATIC) has hired Shirley Carroll as state agency manager to oversee agency operations in Louisiana. Carroll’s presence in the South opens new opportunities to expand NATIC’s agency network in the state while providing a deeper nurture to existing agents. Joining NATIC with 26 years’ experience in the industry, Carroll brings a diverse background of skills, including sales, marketing, customer service, training, accounting and comprehensive knowledge of the closing process.

“Shirley is an accomplished and enthusiastic professional. With an eye to facilitating clients’ needs, she can provide her agents with a wide range of support in their marketing activities, sales development, technology solutions, and title and escrow operations,” said Ashleigh Spruell, assistant vice president and regional agency manager. “This, added to her dynamic personality and passion for the business, has given her a strong platform to create lasting connections in the industry and solid relationships with agents.”

Previously, Carroll served as agency manager for a national underwriter and agency representative for a regional underwriter, with a focus on growing the companies’ agency footprints in Louisiana. While in those roles, she provided onsite training to streamline agency workflows with software providers and developed marketing plans and sales strategies to help agents meet their business goals. She also served several years as the regional sales manager for software vendor SMS and as account manager for reQuire Release Tracking, where she managed six-state and four-state territories, respectively. Much of her career has been spent educating title agents on new technologies, proven sales tactics, sound escrow practices and changes in the real estate market impacting home purchase and refi transactions.

“When you can bring tailored solutions to clients and see them implement that roadmap and accompanying tools in a way that enhances operations, that is a great story to share,” Carroll said. “NATIC has created a culture that encourages this type of partnership with its agents. I look forward to connecting Louisiana agents with our underwriting, marketing, education and operations teams, and showing them how our Simple. Done Right. approach creates efficiencies in their businesses.”

Carroll has a field office in Louisiana. Her mailing address is 760 N.W. 107th Ave., Suite 401, Miami, FL 33172. She may be reached at (225) 247-4157 or scarroll@natic.com.

About North American Title Insurance Co.

North American Title Insurance Co. (NATIC) is a seasoned title insurance underwriter, helping title agents achieve the goal of true business success for more than 60 years. The company offers products and services for all real estate transactions, operating in 39 states and the District of Columbia. NATIC earned the reputation as the “underwriter next door” because its decision makers and associates are easy to reach and their processes are quick and straightforward, including a one-hour underwriting response guarantee that is unparalleled in the industry. The company holds an A’ (A Prime), Unsurpassed rating by Demotech, Inc. and an A- rating from Kroll Bond Rating Agency. NATIC associates believe in the company’s “Simple. Done Right.” philosophy, which encompasses building supportive partnerships with agents by simplifying processes, paying attention to minor details, and providing tools and education to feed their growth. NATIC’s parent company, States Title Holding Inc., is backed by a significant financial investment from Lennar Corporation and leading venture capitalists in Silicon Valley. NATIC is headquartered in Miami, Florida. http://www.natic.com.

For more information contact: Kelly McCarel, c: 440.590.6504; e: kmccarel@natic.com.

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Business: Executives

Beyond Technologies LLC announces the addition of 20-year Microsoft Veteran to their Advisory Board

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Raj Krishnan and Beyond Technologies

Raj Krishnan, Beyond Technologies Advisory Board Member

“I am excited to join Beyond Technologies LLC Advisory Board,” added Raj Krishnan


CHICAGO (PRWEB)

Beyond Technologies LLC (a Beyond Key company) announced today that Raj Krishnan has been added to the company’s advisory board.

Mr. Krishnan currently works with Microsoft as a Cloud Solution Architect. He brings over 20+ years of experience as a renowned technology enthusiast with deep expertise in AI, Modern Data Warehouse, DevOps and Cloud design, and implementation services. He is a regular speaker at Microsoft and other technology conferences, as well as a certified Microsoft Trainer and hackathon Coach.

Prior to Microsoft, Mr. Krishnan worked in many sectors including Nuclear engineering, Aerospace, Aviation, Manufacturing, Database Marketing, Contact Center, Healthcare, Financial and Professional Services, and Technology Consulting.

He worked with several Fortune 500 companies, system integrators, and partners at the Microsoft Technology Center. In this role, Mr. Krishnan led architecture design sessions and proof of concepts for a variety of solutions like collaboration tools, web / mobile application development, DevOps, data & analytics, Office 365, and .NET development.

“We are pleased to welcome Raj Krishnan to our Advisory Board. His addition to the organization demonstrates Beyond Technologies’ continual emphasis on finding the highest quality personnel in order to deliver the best service possible to our customers,” stated Piyush Goel, Beyond Technologies LLC Founder and Chief Executive Officer. “As a highly respected and seasoned technical architect and cloud expert with cross-industry experience, we value the experience he brings to our organization.

“I am excited to join Beyond Technologies LLC Advisory Board. My skills and experiences with cloud, business, and database services fit well with Beyond Technologies solutions such as Cloud Adoption, BI and Power BI, Cognitive Services, Bot Development, and Application Development,” added Raj Krishnan.

About Beyond Technologies LLC

Beyond Technologies LLC (a Beyond Key company) is a software company offering consulting, technology, and outsourcing solutions that cater to clients in the United States, Australia, MENA, and Europe.

It is a Microsoft Certified Gold Partner headquartered in the US with an offshore development center in Indore, India. The company continues to deliver enterprise-level web, mobile, and cloud applications, cross-platform integrations, custom development, and software consulting to companies ranging from start-up to mid-size.

Beyond Technologies serves clients from several industry verticals, including healthcare, education, insurance, eCommerce, logistics, and non-profits.

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Zimlon’s Use of Novel & Structured Autonomous Vehicle Accident Database Shows Human Drivers Are More Error-Prone

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Analysis of AV Collisions in California

Zimlon analyzed the PDF reports of 219 collisions (involving an AV) between the years 2014 and 2019. We put multiple parameters under the lens, to discern the cause of these accidents.


NEW YORK (PRWEB)

Zimlon, a data-driven insurance research service, has published a new database that focuses on accidents in which Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) were involved between the years 2014 and 2019. The database, created after analyzing PDF Collision Reports, have been archived by California’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Zimlon gathered the PDF data from the DMV and converted them into a structured database analysis.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE STUDY:

  • Access to collision data involving an AV, which has been archived by California’s Department of Motor Vehicles.

  • A close and detailed analysis of over 215 collision reports involving an Autonomous Vehicle (AV) in California from 2014 to 2019.

  • An in-depth look into different parameters that could have influenced the occurrence of a collision.

  • A comparison of parameters in incidents where the collision occurred due to the fault of the AV.

Brought into effect under new testing regulations, AV manufacturers are obliged to provide the department with a collision report (involving an AV) within 10 business days of the incident. Zimlon analyzed the PDF reports of 219 collisions (involving an AV) between the years 2014 and 2019. We put multiple parameters under the lens, to discern the cause of these accidents. Zimlon also looked into external factors such as weather conditions, lighting, and conditions of roads that may or may not have influenced the incidents. Each report has a description of the accident, which helped Zimlon in further assessing the cause of these accidents.

The analysis of collisions during the current year (2019) reveals that 85 out of 88 accidents involving an AV occurred due to human error. Further investigation also revealed that out of the 88 collisions, 69 of them occurred due to the fault of the second vehicle, which was not an AV. Only one incident (involving a Chevrolet Bolt operating in the autonomous mode) caused damage to property and human lives.

The complete data set of accidents involving autonomous vehicles in California can be found below:

https://www.zimlon.com/b/the-complete-list-of-accidents-involving-autonomous-vehicles-in-california-cm552/

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