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Congenica Partners with Genomenon to Integrate Mastermind into Congenica Clinical Platform

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Congenica and Genomenon partnership

Mastermind brings a new dimension to the Congenica platform, aiding variant interpretation by reducing the manual effort required to curate the rapidly growing body of genomic research, improving the likelihood of finding key genetic insights that could be critical for diagnosis.


ANN ARBOR, Mich. (PRWEB)

Genomenon® announced a partnership with Congenica Ltd today that incorporates Mastermind® Genomic Search Engine results into Congenica’s clinical decision support platform for genomic data interpretation. The goal of the partnership is to put the most up-to-date genomic research at the fingertips of geneticists diagnosing genetic diseases.

Congenica® is state-of-the-art software for the analysis and interpretation of complex genomic data, enabling healthcare professionals to increase diagnostic yield and case throughput, maximize their workflow efficiency and improve confidence in every diagnosis. Interpreted genomic data from Congenica supports rapid and accurate diagnoses, helping to provide patients with the treatment they need, faster than ever before.

With this partnership, Mastermind will be available to all Congenica users, including the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) as part of Congenica’s arrangement as the exclusive decision support platform provider for the NHS Genomic Medicine Service. Each Congenica user at the national network of UK laboratories that provide genetic testing for NHS patients will be given access to Mastermind Professional Edition, directly integrated within the Congenica platform.

Congenica users will be able to quickly access the genetic evidence associated with their patients’ variants and, with a single click, gain access to the full list of articles within Mastermind to shorten the search time required to clinically interpret a variant and support its pathogenicity.

A key driver in the decision to incorporate Mastermind is the breadth and depth of its coverage of genetic variants and published literature. Mastermind has indexed nearly 7 million full text articles and 500,000 supplemental data sets and covers over 4.9 million variants found in the medical literature.

“Mastermind brings a new dimension to the Congenica platform, aiding variant interpretation by reducing the manual effort required to curate the rapidly growing body of genomic research, improving the likelihood of finding key genetic insights that could be critical for diagnosis,” said David Atkins, CEO of Congenica. “We believe that our growing number of global users will find a great deal of benefit from having Mastermind available with the Congenica platform.”

“We’re thrilled to partner with Congenica to put the most comprehensive and up-to-date genetic research in the hands of geneticists making clinical diagnoses.” said Mike Klein, CEO of Genomenon. “Our relationship extends Mastermind’s global reach, and coupled with Congenica, provides significant value in cutting turnaround time and increasing diagnostic yield for genetic labs.”

About Genomenon

Genomenon connects patient DNA with the billions of dollars spent on research to help doctors diagnose and cure cancer patients and babies with rare diseases.

Our flagship product, the Mastermind Genomic Search Engine is used by hundreds of genetic labs worldwide to accelerate diagnosis, increase diagnostic yield and assure repeatability in reporting genetic testing results.

We license our Mastermind Curated Genomic Datasets to pharmaceutical and bio-pharma companies to inform precision medicine development, deliver genomic biomarkers for clinical trial target selection and support CDx regulatory submissions with empirical evidence.

For more information, visit https://www.genomenon.com.

About Congenica

Congenica is a digital health technology company with the world’s leading clinical decision support platform for accelerated genomic data interpretation. Congenica software enables genomic medicine by integrating genetic data into healthcare, empowering clinicians to provide life-changing answers that transform the lives of individuals, patients and their families.

Genetic diseases are technically difficult to diagnose, and patients often spend years waiting for a diagnosis. Congenica converts genomic data into actionable information, expediting the process through more efficient and accurate analysis. This supports healthcare professionals in providing patients with robust diagnoses and precise, personalized care.

Born out of pioneering research from the Wellcome Sanger Institute and the NHS, Congenica is headquartered in Cambridge, UK, with a global footprint across the US and China. The Congenica platform is validated by the pivotal Genomics England 100,000 Genomes Project and is the exclusive clinical interpretation partner for the NHS Genomic Medicine Service.

For more information visit https://www.congenica.com.

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Society: Christianity

Xulon Press Author Releases New Book, Mission One: Our Main Purpose

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Mission One: Praise the Son is about how our main purpose here on Planet Earth, our Mission, is to praise the Son of God, Jesus Christ…


COVINGTON, La. (PRWEB)

Dr. Andrew J. Willis and Dr. Dimetry Cossich’s book Mission One: Praise the Son ($11.49, paperback, 9781545663936; $5.99, e-book, 9781545663943), is available for purchase.

Mission One: Praise the Son is about how our main purpose here on Planet Earth, our Mission, is to praise the Son of God, Jesus Christ, through our words and deeds, our actions and behaviors, and our thoughts and attention. This is indeed a path to a more intimate relationship with the Father.

One aspect of Mission One is similar to Lifestyle Evangelism or the Holiness movement, but Praise the Son living is much deeper, more realistic and purposeful, and way more intimate. It is totally focused on God and not on us. It is living this life and focusing our energies on glorifying Jesus in all that we do. These behaviors, habits, and tools mentioned in this book will enable us to better understand the Lord Jesus and grow closer to Him throughout the years.

Dr. Andrew J. Willis resides in Houston, TX with his wife Cheryl. He is an Evangelist and travels around the world ministering the Gospel. Dr. Willis and Cheryl pastor the River of Life Church in Houston, TX. Dr. Dimetry Cossich resides in Covington, LA with his wife Emme and their children. He is an ordained Minister and a practicing Cosmetic and Family Dentist.

Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 12,000 titles published to date. Mission One: Praise the Son is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.

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Technology: Computer

Historic Factory Renovation into 4.5 Acre Business Campus Opening Next Spring

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The Colony will be located in the heart of Lambert’s Point and tie together the City of Norfolk’s technology zone with Old Dominion University.


NORFOLK, Va. (PRWEB)

IPConfigure, a video surveillance software development company headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, announces a new 4.5 acre campus scheduled to open in Spring 2020. The campus, named the Colony, will be located in the heart of Lambert’s Point and, as the future site of IPConfigure’s headquarters, will tie together the City of Norfolk’s technology zone with Old Dominion University.

The City of Norfolk has geographically been an important part of the company’s growth and continued success. With the help of the City of Norfolk’s Economic Development Department and the Hampton Roads Economic Development Alliance, IPConfigure selected the Innovation Research Center at Old Dominion University as its headquarters starting in 2009.

In 2018, with the rapid growth of the company, IPConfigure embarked upon a year-long journey searching for a facility in Norfolk that could host the company’s expanding tech business while supporting the increasing need for manufacturing and freight handling amenities.

“The nature of IPConfigure’s business presented some unique challenges when searching for an office. Our needs are surprisingly contradictory since we host software engineers, sales staff and light manufacturing teams at our headquarters. We were excited to find the Bowdens Ferry Road property which will not only allow us to customize the space to fit our needs, but represents a historic contribution,” said Christopher S. Uiterwyk, president and CEO of IPConfigure.

Originally home to the Linde Gas Factory and built in 1939, the buildings on the property supported the manufacturing of acetylene gas, which was in high demand and supported the regions maritime role during War World II. Before purchase by Uiterwyk, it was home to Dublin Metals. Now a vacant shell, the space beacons for a new purpose.

Uiterwyk enlisted a team of regional experts to assist in revitalizing the historic buildings and bringing life back to the property. The team will restore the historic brick facade, iconic Linde Gas factory chimney, and many of the original historic details, such as the 1939 windows and doors.

“Much credit goes to the owners of IPConfigure, who have consistently pursued a sensitive renovation and restoration of this important piece of Norfolk’s history. The project architect, WPA, has found a way to preserve the distinct character of this building while accommodating a modern and technologically advanced company. This project exemplifies the best of preservation – protecting the cultural and built heritage of Norfolk, while accommodating the dynamic vision of the new owner. CPG is proud to be a part of such an impressive effort,” said Paige Pollard, from the Commonwealth Preservation Group.

With an overall investment of over $7M, the development of the Colony campus will create 30,000 square feet of building space. 10,000 square feet of which will be leasable space for four additional tenants. Uiterwyk hopes to rent that space to a retailer, restaurant, fitness center or other lifestyle brands that will contribute to the Colony’s campus theme.

To learn more about the Colony and view renderings, please visit http://www.nfkcolony.com.

About IPConfigure

Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, IPConfigure. Inc. is a privately held, veteran owned video surveillance research and development software company. As a developer of IP video surveillance solutions, IPConfigure offers a variety of products – all of which leverage a browser-based interface while supporting both Windows and Linux architectures and are capable of seamlessly supporting unlimited cameras, locations, and users in a centralized, distributed or hosted architecture. IPConfigure’s VMS solutions have been successfully deployed in facilities ranging from quick service restaurants to international ports, hospitals and universities.

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Technology: Electronics

DuPont Celebrates Groundbreaking for Circleville Expansion

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CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio (PRWEB)

DuPont Electronics & Imaging hosted a groundbreaking ceremony yesterday to celebrate progress on the planned $220 million expansion at its Circleville, Ohio, plant. The ceremony included more than 100 attendees including guests from local and state government as well as DuPont employees and leadership.

“We remain very excited about how this expansion and increased capacity will enable us to better support our global customers and their need for advanced high-reliability materials,” said Jon Kemp, President, DuPont Electronics & Imaging. “This groundbreaking ceremony is an important milestone and we are pleased to have such great support from the local community to mark the occasion.”

The ceremony featured remarks from Kemp as well as Avi Avula, Global Business Director, DuPont Interconnect Solutions; Steve Irwin, Plant Manager, DuPont Circleville; Larry Obhof, President of the Ohio Senate; Brian Stewart, Commissioner, Pickaway County; and Donald McIlroy, Mayor of Circleville.

“DuPont’s plant expansion in Circleville is yet another indicator of Ohio’s strength in manufacturing, technology, and talent,” said Ohio Senate President Larry Obhof.

“This investment represents the strength of DuPont and the great working relationship the company has in Ohio and local communities,” said McIlroy. “Pickaway County and the City of Circleville thank DuPont and their employees for producing products that literally change the world.”

The event speakers participated in a ceremonial groundbreaking following their remarks.

The Circleville expansion will build new production assets to expand production of DuPont™ Kapton® polyimide film and DuPont™ Pyralux® flexible circuit materials to meet growing market demand in automotive, consumer electronics, telecom and defense.

DuPont anticipates that the new assets will be operational by 2021.

About DuPont Electronics & Imaging

DuPont Electronics & Imaging is a global supplier of materials and technologies serving the semiconductor, advanced chip packaging, circuit board, electronic and industrial finishing, display, and digital and flexographic printing industries. From advanced technology centers worldwide, teams of talented research scientists and application experts work closely with customers, providing solutions, products and technical service to enable next-generation technologies. More information about DuPont Electronics & Imaging can be found on our electronic solutions and advanced printing websites.

About DuPont

DuPont (NYSE: DD) is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials, ingredients and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. Our employees apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance their best ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets including electronics, transportation, construction, water, health and wellness, food, and worker safety. More information can be found at http://www.dupont.com/.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward Looking Statements

This communication contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. In this context, forward-looking statements often address expected future business and financial performance and financial condition, and often contain words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “seek,” “see,” “will,” “would,” “target,” and similar expressions and variations or negatives of these words.

On April 1, 2019, the company completed the separation of its materials science business into a separate and independent public company by way of a pro rata dividend-in-kind of all the then outstanding stock of Dow Inc. (the “Dow Distribution”). The company completed the separation of its agriculture business into a separate and independent public company on June 1, 2019, by way of a pro rata dividend-in-kind of all the then outstanding stock of Corteva, Inc. (the “Corteva Distribution”).

Forward-looking statements address matters that are, to varying degrees, uncertain and subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions, many of which that are beyond DuPont’s control, that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future results. Some of the important factors that could cause DuPont’s actual results to differ materially from those projected in any such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: (i) ability and costs to achieve all the expected benefits from the Dow Distribution and the Corteva Distribution (together, the “Distributions”); (ii) restrictions under intellectual property cross license agreements entered into in connection with the Distributions; (iii) non-compete restrictions agreed in connection with the Distributions; (iv) the incurrence of significant costs in connection with the Distributions, including costs to service debt incurred by the Company to establish the relative credit profiles of Corteva, Dow and DuPont and increased costs related to supply, service and other arrangements that, prior to the Dow Distribution, were between entities under the common control of DuPont; (v) risks related to indemnification of certain legacy liabilities of E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company (“Historical EID”) in connection with the Corteva Distribution; (vi) potential liability arising from fraudulent conveyance and similar laws in connection with the Distributions; (vii) failure to effectively manage acquisitions, divestitures, alliances, joint ventures and other portfolio changes, including meeting conditions under the Letter Agreement entered in connection with the Corteva Distribution, related to the transfer of certain levels of assets and businesses; (viii) uncertainty as to the long-term value of DuPont common stock; (ix) potential inability or reduced access to the capital markets or increased cost of borrowings, including as a result of a credit rating downgrade and (x) other risks to DuPont’s business, operations and results of operations including from: failure to develop and market new products and optimally manage product life cycles; ability, cost and impact on business operations, including the supply chain, of responding to changes in market acceptance, rules, regulations and policies and failure to respond to such changes; outcome of significant litigation, environmental matters and other commitments and contingencies; failure to appropriately manage process safety and product stewardship issues; global economic and capital market conditions, including the continued availability of capital and financing, as well as inflation, interest and currency exchange rates; changes in political conditions, including tariffs, trade disputes and retaliatory actions; impairment of goodwill or intangible assets; the availability of and fluctuations in the cost of energy and raw materials; business or supply disruption, including in connection with the Distributions; security threats, such as acts of sabotage, terrorism or war, natural disasters and weather events and patterns which could result in a significant operational event for DuPont, adversely impact demand or production; ability to discover, develop and protect new technologies and to protect and enforce DuPont’s intellectual property rights; unpredictability and severity of catastrophic events, including, but not limited to, acts of terrorism or outbreak of war or hostilities, as well as management’s response to any of the aforementioned factors. These risks are and will be more fully discussed in DuPont’s current, quarterly and annual reports and other filings made with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in each case, as may be amended from time to time in future filings with the SEC. While the list of factors presented here is considered representative, no such list should be considered a complete statement of all potential risks and uncertainties. Unlisted factors may present significant additional obstacles to the realization of forward-looking statements. Consequences of material differences in results as compared with those anticipated in the forward-looking statements could include, among other things, business disruption, operational problems, financial loss, legal liability to third parties and similar risks, any of which could have a material adverse effect on DuPont’s consolidated financial condition, results of operations, credit rating or liquidity. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. DuPont assumes no obligation to publicly provide revisions or updates to any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, should circumstances change, except as otherwise required by securities and other applicable laws. A detailed discussion of some of the significant risks and uncertainties which may cause results and events to differ materially from such forward-looking statements is included in the section titled “Risk Factors” (Part II, Item 1A) of DuPont’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed on August 6, 2019 as may be modified by DuPont’s subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K.

DuPont™, the DuPont Oval Logo, and all trademarks and service marks denoted with ™, ℠ or ® are owned by affiliates of DuPont de Nemours, Inc. unless otherwise noted.

Photo Caption: DuPont Electronics & Imaging hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate progress on the planned $220 million expansion at its Circleville, Ohio, plant. Event speakers, pictured here during the ceremonial groundbreaking, included (L-R) Avi Avula, Global Business Director, DuPont Interconnect Solutions; Brian Stewart, Commissioner, Pickaway County; Steve Irwin, Plant Manager, DuPont Circleville; Larry Obhof, President of the Ohio Senate; Jon Kemp, President, DuPont Electronics & Imaging; and Donald McIlroy, Mayor of Circleville.

health and fitness

A World Free of Preventable Disease

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Our readers are looking for the science behind wellness and inspiration to lead healthy, happy lives, so we are eager to share each month’s Moonshot theme with them. My hope is that we’ll continue to build a community of people committed to personal and global health.


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The Global Wellness Institute™ (GWI), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to empower wellness worldwide by educating the public and private sectors about preventative health and wellness, today announced a special collaboration with Hearst’s Prevention magazine for 2020. Every month, Prevention will dedicate a full page to the theme of the GWI’s The Wellness Moonshot Calendar. The calendar will be featured in both print and digital editions of the magazine, inspiring an additional 13 million people to eradicate preventable, chronic diseases and reduce the staggering human and economic costs associated with them.

“Prevention has been a trusted health resource and wellness thought-leader for 70 years, so partnering with the Global Wellness Institute on The Wellness Moonshot was a natural fit,” says Sarah Smith, content director, Prevention. “Our readers are looking for the science behind wellness and inspiration to lead healthy, happy lives, so we are eager to share each month’s Moonshot theme with them. My hope is that we’ll continue to build a community of people committed to personal and global health.”

The Wellness Moonshot Calendar concept was conceived and designed by Jessica Jesse, CEO of BuDhaGirl, and revolves around the cycles of the full moon, the period of the lunar cycle that emits the most vibrant energy, inspiring new ideas and habits. The 2020 calendar takes its cues from nature, and Jesse says, “Preventing chronic disease is something everyone at every level can do. The Moonshot Calendar was designed to help individuals, families, companies and communities champion wellness in a creative, engaging manner. The moon is always with us; it is a great anchor of energy, of time, of myth and of hope.”

As we embrace a new year, January is about “emerge”—what it means to grow as wellness leaders who consciously empower the health and happiness of our families, workplaces and communities, while also cultivating our personal wellbeing. For February, the theme is “include,” highlighting the joy that comes when we embrace wholeness at work and at home, as well as within ourselves. Renee Moorefield, CEO of Wisdom Works, curates each month’s tips and articles.

“The Wellness Moonshot Calendar’s impact is growing exponentially. Last year, our focus was on wellness in the workplace, where we engaged with the leaders of over 350 businesses and organizations reaching over 500,000 individuals to get them to commit to healthier work cultures,” says Susie Ellis, GWI chairman and CEO. “We are thrilled to be extending the reach of The Wellness Moonshot to the readers of Prevention magazine and providing them with a monthly roadmap for meaningful change.”

As an umbrella organization that brings together often siloed forces and sectors all working to build a healthier world, the GWI is committed to bringing the issue of preventable disease to the forefront of its research and education efforts. The Wellness Moonshot: A World Free of Preventable Disease was launched in 2017 at the Global Wellness Summit by Ellis and Dr. Richard H. Carmona, 17th Surgeon General of the United States and current chief of health innovation, Canyon Ranch.

Dr. Mehmet C. Oz, professor of surgery, Columbia University and host of The Dr. Oz Show, commented at the launch: “We have to be brave enough to take on this Moonshot—we really need to accelerate the focus on prevention.”

Organizations and individuals can support The Wellness Moonshot and receive the 2020 calendar by making a donation to the nonprofit GWI, signifying their commitment to creating a culture of wellness within their organization or community.

If you are interested in getting involved to help spread the message to underserved communities, please contact Michelle Gamble michelle.gamble@globalwellnessinstitute.org.

About the Global Wellness Institute: The Global Wellness Institute (GWI), a nonprofit 501(c)(3), is considered the leading global research and educational resource for the global wellness industry and is known for introducing major industry initiatives and regional events that bring together leaders to chart the future. GWI positively impacts global health and wellness by advocating for both public institutions and businesses that are working to help prevent disease, reduce stress, and enhance the overall quality of life. Its mission is to empower wellness worldwide.

About Prevention: Prevention is the world’s most established healthy lifestyle brand, reaching more than 6 million readers per month. For 70 years, Prevention has delivered authoritative, trusted information and authentic lifestyle advice that inspires, challenges and leads readers to love their whole life, from nutrition to food, medicine to mood and exercise to the environment. Hearst Magazines is one of the world’s largest publishers of magazine media across all platforms, with print and digital assets reaching a combined audience of 146 million readers and site visitors each month, including over 73 percent of all women.

CONTACTS:

Global Wellness Institute

Cassandra Cavanah

818-397-4630

Cassandra@cavanahcommunications.com

Prevention

Lauren Doyle, Associate Director, Public Relations

212-649-2669

Lauren.Doyle@hearst.com

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Industry: Healthcare

GHX Survey Finds Supply Chain Data Key to Accelerating Healthcare’s Shift to Value-Based Care

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Our survey found these Best 50 providers are not only pushing for greater levels of automation and standardization within supply chain processes, but also for ways to drive integration with clinical processes.


LOUISVILLE, Colo. (PRWEB)

In support of the Association for Healthcare Resource & Material Management’s (AHRMM) annual National Healthcare Supply Chain Week, October 6-12, 2019, Global Healthcare Exchange, LLC (GHX) today announced the results of a survey conducted among its Best 50 provider organizations regarding healthcare supply chain priorities for 2020. The survey underscores the growing role of data derived from the supply chain as a key contributor in solving the cost/quality/outcomes equation in healthcare, as well as understanding and improving overall financial performance.

Today’s supply chain professionals are tasked with bringing increased levels of automation and standardization to supply chain processes to support the healthcare industry’s shift to a value-based care model. Process and efficiency improvements rely on accurate accessible data. Survey results show respondents are implementing initiatives that will empower them to make data-driven decisions to improve efficiency, reduce costs and gain visibility into the true cost of care.

“The GHX Best 50 represent an elite group of supply chain professionals who consistently demonstrate the powerful role supply chain plays in understanding the true cost of care,” said Bruce Johnson, president and CEO of GHX. “Our annual survey provides a pulse check regarding the direction in which these leaders are headed. In keeping with the theme of this year’s AHRMM Supply Chain Week, ‘Health Care Supply Chain: Advancing Health Care Through Clinical Integration,’ our survey found these Best 50 providers are not only pushing for greater levels of automation and standardization within supply chain processes, but also for ways to drive integration with clinical processes.”

GHX Best 50 supply chain leaders identified two primary initiatives that will support the move to value-based care:

Better Use of Data and Standards to Support Value-Based Care

The shift to a value-based care model requires that the healthcare industry finally understand the true cost of delivering care, including the costs of products, which products deliver the best outcome at the best price, and how to reduce clinical variation around what works best for the patient. Standardized supply chain data allows all stakeholders to understand the relationship between the cost to deliver care and the outcomes achieved. Standardization enables supplier and provider organizations to take a more strategic and informed approach to a broad range of clinical and financial systems, including EHRs, patient billing, recall tracking, value analysis activities and comparative effectiveness research. For example, GHX Best 50 provider Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System (FMOLHS) is using standardized and enriched supply chain data to better understand the cost of providing patient care and how variation affects both cost and quality.

Supply Chain and Clinical Systems Integration

The integration of supply chain and clinical systems will become increasingly critical to reduce variation in costs and quality and accelerate the necessary adjustments to improve outcomes. To account for the products used during a care episode, prepare for recalls, and capture a greater percentage of case charges, healthcare must ensure the systems supporting every aspect of care are connected and able to share timely and accurate data. For example, Stanford Health Care has created tighter integration between its supply chain and clinical systems, which allows supply chain professionals and physicians to collaborate on standardization and cost reduction initiatives

GHX Best 50

To select the Best 50, GHX evaluates the performance of more than 4,100 hospitals in the U.S. and Canada currently connected to the GHX electronic trading exchange. Annually, GHX identifies the top 50 healthcare provider organizations that are driving down costs and improving operational performance based on key utilization and exception management metrics during the calendar year. The 2018 Best 50 were announced in February 2019.

About GHX

Global Healthcare Exchange, LLC (GHX) is a healthcare business and data automation company, empowering healthcare organizations to enable better patient care and maximize industry savings using its world-class cloud-based supply chain technology platform. GHX brings together healthcare providers, manufacturers and distributors in North America, and Europe, who rely on proven healthcare-focused technology and comprehensive data to automate business processes and make more informed, timely and fact-based decisions. Solutions span procurement and accounts payable automation, contract and inventory management, vendor credentialing and management, business intelligence, payment management and other supply chain-related tools and services. For more information, visit http://www.ghx.com and The Healthcare Hub.

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Health: Psychology

“Wallflower,” A Movie About Washington’s Deadliest Mass Murder, Is Sending a Message of Hope and Healing with Help from a Psychiatrist Who Knows

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Dr. Adler testifying recently in a high school shooting case

This movie will powerfully reach the hearts and minds of filmgoers. That’s the magic of movies.


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“Wallflower,” favorably reviewed by Variety, (https://variety.com/2017/film/reviews/wallflower-review-1202463549/) will begin its US theatrical rollout this Friday, October 4, 2019 at the historic AMC Empire 25 in New York City. Additional screenings are being planned for Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Miami, Las Vegas and Seattle.

Forensic Psychiatrist, Richard S. Adler, MD, has had an exciting career. He testified at the sentencing hearing for “The Barefoot Bandit,” was a consultant to the Defense in the Kandahar Massacre of 16 civilians in Afghanistan, continues to work on death penalty and school shooting cases across the US. It was in 2012, that he was tapped to be the consulting co-producer for “Wallflower.”

As part of his duties, Adler obtained original source documents, interviewed first-hand witnesses, provided input on creative content, worked with the male lead, helping him prepare him for the role, and most important of all, organized a special screening of the movie for survivors. Adler insisted on active efforts to avoid glamorizing the murderer as well as violence in general. The psychiatrist helped the creative team better understand the true-life backstory of the murderer, adding to the haunting power of Wallflower’s storytelling.

Dr. Adler will be moderating the Q & A session that will immediately follow the New York premiere. The panel will consist of lead male actor David Call, director Jagger Gravning and producer John W. Comerford.

Friday afternoon, before the premiere, The John Jay College of Criminal Justice will be hosting Dr. Adler’s presentation, “The Successful Interaction of Forensic Practice With The Media: Lights! Camera! Movie Premiere!” Nationally-recognized legal commentator, lattorney Anne Bremner (@AnneMBremner) and John Jay Professor, Gerard Bryant, Ph.D, will both add their insights prior to a formal Q & A opportunity for students and faculty.

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Business: Insurance

Hail King & Dent King Marks 28 Years Helping Coloradans Through Hail Season

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Great experience all around. They made the whole process simple and quick. They took care of everything from the insurance to getting a rental car. The hail damage to my car was repaired and I was back on the road in a week. Very satisfied. Would recommend them highly.


AURORA, Colo. (PRWEB)

Colorado is known as “Hail Alley,” and, typically, hail season lasts from April 15 to September 15. This is plenty of time to cause damage to countless cars, which is why Hail King & Dent King specializes in paintless dent repair (PDR).

“PDR is the best choice after hail damage because of its price, speed, and quality,” noted Duane Emerson, owner of Hail King & Dent King. “Furthermore, our tech list is the most extensive list of master-certified PDR techs in the industry, the most experienced of whom has 27 years of repairing hail dents. I have techs worldwide. All techs are sub-contractors in the industry and they’re certified by my other company. I have access to 800 techs if need be.”

Since its founding in 1991, Hail King & Dent King, which works with all insurance companies, has become renowned for going above and beyond to provide truly exceptional service to each of its customers. They are adept at understanding clients’ needs, and can readily adapt their services quickly to ensure the highest quality of repairs.

Concluded client Sandy, “Great experience all around. They made the whole process simple and quick. They took care of everything from the insurance to getting a rental car. The hail damage to my car was repaired and I was back on the road in a week. Very satisfied. Would recommend them highly.”

About Hail King & Dent King

Hail King & Dent King is a family-owned business with over 27 years of experience. Hail King & Dent King employs the most experienced Master Certified Paintless Dent Repair Technicians and its most experienced Master Certified Technician has 27 years of repairing hail and dents. Services include auto hail, minor and major dent repair and minor collision work; next-level mobile service; and hail claim processing. For more information, please call (720) 996-4245, or visit http://www.hailkinganddentking.com. Hail King & Dent King is located at 1620 S Abilene Street, Unit C, Aurora, CO 80012.

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Business: Executives

Steel City Re Develops Corporate Checklist for Forging Reputational Resilience

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Nir Kossovsky, CEO of Steel City Re

“With a record number of CEOs losing their jobs last year, and the number of reputation-based lawsuits over board-level oversight surging, corporate leaders clearly need a preemptive reputational risk management strategy.”


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Although the reputations of companies and their leaders are more vulnerable than ever, there are seven practical steps they can take to forge reputation resilience, reports a white paper https://steelcityre.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Pub-0036-Reputation-Risk-Management-Checklist-20191001.pdf from Steel City Re, which provides insurances and reputation risk governance advice.

“With a record number of CEOs losing their jobs last year, and the number of reputation-based lawsuits over board-level oversight surging, corporate leaders clearly need a preemptive reputational risk management strategy,” says Steel City Re CEO Nir Kossovsky.

“Ninety percent of the S&P 500 refer to reputation in their SEC filings as a material risk – but most never describe their strategy for mitigating it,” says Kossovsky. And yet, says Kossovsky, most corporate leaders do not fully appreciate that reputation risk is actually the peril of angry disappointed stakeholders. It is not a marketing problem. “When boards disclose reputation as a material risk without truly understanding it or appropriately mitigating it as a governance and operational problem, they are putting themselves and their companies in even greater peril.”

Milestones on the road to corporate reputational resilience lay in a seven-point checklist, cited in Steel City Re’s latest white paper:

1.    The board of directors comprehends the true nature of reputational risk – economic damage and go-forward losses resulting from the behaviors of angry and disappointed stakeholders, as opposed to merely negative media coverage.

2.    A board committee oversees the corporation’s enterprise-wide policies, practices and procedures that mitigate and manage reputational risk.

3.    Senior management sets appropriate stakeholder expectations by bridging risk management and marketing silos—so that aspirational messaging doesn’t outpace actual performance.

4.    Treasury understands the peril is to cash flows rather than balance sheet and is prepared to fund reputation losses with insurance captives or risk transfer solutions.

5.    Risk management continually assesses stakeholder expectations, taking into consideration rapidly changing cultural and political events, and has a clear understanding of the full spectrum of operational and financial strategic options to manage and mitigate potential losses from those perils.

6.    The company deploys preemptive, simple, easy to understand expressive risk management strategies such as warranties and insurances to inform and substantiate the marketing department’s messaging. Communications activities support risk management with signals of governance integrity.

7.    Key stakeholders appreciate and value the company’s enterprise-wide mitigation and governance efforts.

Steel City Re

Steel City Re, backed by Tokio Marine Kiln, provides advisory services and reputation insurances. The company pioneered synthetic measures of reputational value that inform its solutions. These measures are also used by Wall Street for equities arbitrage strategies, Lloyd’s and other insurers for both parametric risk transfer and insurance captive compliance.

Through its advisory services, it deploys state-of-the-art reputation risk governance and enterprise risk management solutions, and models potential losses. Its risk financing and risk transfer services comprise pricing and underwriting support for insurance captives and risk transfer

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Students with Hearing Loss Awarded Scholarship from HearStrong & the NFL Players Association’s PAF

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Todd Honas accepts the first scholarship from the partnership back in 2016

Since I have hearing loss, I have always provided a unique perspective on life, yet I have never let that stop me from doing what I love, pursuing excellence at all times, and working beyond my limits.


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The HearStrong Foundation and the NFL Players Association’s Professional Athletes Foundation launched the fourth annual scholarship program for student athletes with hearing loss. Through the program, six students received $1,000 to go toward their higher education.

The HearStrong Foundation and the NFLPA have been tackling issues surrounding hearing loss together for years. A not-for-profit organization dedicated to recognizing remarkable adults and children with hearing loss, HearStrong partners with the NFLPA to empower and inspire others. In fact, many former professional athletes have joined the cause as HearStrong Ambassadors throughout the years.

The scholarship program was born in 2016 in an effort to inspire a new generation of athletes who have overcome challenges surrounding their hearing loss. The program is open to high school juniors through college sophomores who have played at least one year of high school varsity sports and are attending – or have plans to attend – a college or university.

Casey King was one of the six recipients of this year’s scholarship when she was entering her sophomore year in college at Capital University. Casey says,

“Since I have hearing loss, I have always provided a unique perspective on life, yet I have never let that stop me from doing what I love, pursuing excellence at all times, and working beyond my limits.”

Jacob Hartman, another recipient entering his freshmen year at Glenville State College, has also demonstrated excellence in all areas of his academics and athletics.

“I set the example of how an athlete should act on and off the field and hope that those that watched will continue to follow me and will set the bar high for what they want to accomplish,” said Jacob. “You can do anything you want and never let anyone discourage you from it.”

To learn more about the HearStrong and its work in the community, please call 866-432-7500.

About HearStrong:

HearStrong was founded in 2013 with the goal of inspiring a mass hearing healthcare awareness movement. An estimated 48 million Americans experience hearing loss. In response to this need, HearStrong began recognizing and sharing the stories of remarkable people with hearing loss. Today, HearStrong’s efforts have expanded and the organization partners with hearing healthcare professionals across the country to give people of all ages access to hearing health services.

About the NFLPA’s Professional Athletes Foundation:

The National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) is a non-profit, professional sports union that protects the best interests and welfare of all NFL players. It serves as the exclusive bargaining agent for all NFL players in collective bargaining. Established in 1965, the NFLPA has a long history of assuring proper recognition and representation of player’s interests. The NFLPA is governed by a Board of Player Representatives, acting in accordance with the NFLPA Constitution and federal labor laws.

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