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TheraSpecs® Announces Groundbreaking New Product Lines to Tackle Brain Injuries, Epilepsy, and More


The significant expansion in the company’s catalog includes its original indoor glasses and outdoor sunglasses, both of which elevate the FL-41 tint and deliver lasting relief to customers with migraine, light sensitivity, and other symptoms for over a decade. They’ve been made even better with the addition of premium optical coatings that further reduce scratches, smudges, and glare.

New to the TheraSpecs lineup are lenses that provide additional options for migraine and photophobia relief, as well as address even more issues that are triggered or worsened by light. These include light sensitivity and related symptoms due to brain injury and post-concussion syndrome, seizures triggered by flashing lights, sleep disrupted by blue light, and decreased contrast due to visual issues, plus much more.

TheraSpecs’ seven lens types, are:

  • FL-Pro™, the original indoor lens, offers the strongest protection for artificial lights and digital device screens; helps reduce migraine attacks, headaches, post-concussion symptoms, and photophobia.
  • FL-Blend™ balances protection against screen and other artificial light with a less noticeable color; also helps reduce migraines, concussion symptoms, and light sensitivity.
  • Z-Blue™ protects from flashing lights and repeating patterns to provide relief for photosensitive epilepsy; often preferred by people with brain injuries as well. Available in three lens strengths to accommodate symptom severity.
  • Sleep improves circadian rhythms and enhances the quality of your sleep when worn before bedtime.
  • Flex takes the edge off triggering light with a barely-visible tint; helpful for mild light sensitivity and light enough to use for night driving.
  • Contrast HEV™ filters high-energy visible light to deliver greater contrast and sharpness to your vision.
  • FL-Sun™, the original outdoor lens, is the best sunglasses lens you’ve ever tried.

Most of the lens types now come in multiple strengths to further accommodate the unique needs and symptom severity of customers. Additionally, TheraSpecs offers a wide selection of frames as well as prescription and reader options.

Previously these types of tints were only available through specialty optical sources, difficult to produce accurately, and of varying quality and reliability. Now, TheraSpecs Company has combed through the research to find the best tints for different conditions and situations, and produced high-quality, tested, affordable, reliably therapeutic eyewear that can be conveniently purchased at theraspecs.com.

With these new lens offerings, more people will be able to experience the life-changing impact of TheraSpecs, like Niki, who shared this recently:

“These changed my life the moment I got them! No more daily headaches, no more light sensitivity. I feel like I can be a part of the world now at any time of day, whether indoor or outdoor, using technology, going to music events. These are hands down the best product I have ever invested in and my overall health and well-being has been positively impacted!”

Order today and experience the benefits that TheraSpecs glasses can have on your health: https://www.theraspecs.com.

Media Contact
Greg Bullock, TheraSpecs Company, 1 480-544-8320, [email protected], https://www.theraspecs.com

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Allegheny Health Network Program for Older Adults Receives Top Designation from American Geriatrics Society


Designed to enhance care for older adults during a hospital stay, the Allegheny Health Network (AHN) Division of Geriatrics’ Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) is among a small number of programs nationwide that have received the ‘Center of Excellence’ designation

PITTSBURGH, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Allegheny Health Network’s (AHN) Division of Geriatrics, part of the AHN Primary Care Institute, and the AHN Nursing Institute announced today that its Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) has been awarded ‘Center of Excellence’ (COE) status by the American Geriatrics Society (AGS). AHN is one of just seven sites nationally to achieve the COE designation, out of approximately 200 programs implemented across the country and around the world.

The esteemed designation was awarded following AHN’s demonstration of a longstanding commitment to the AGS care model, formally known as ‘CoCare®: HELP,’ and for sustaining and expanding the program across AHN. The program was first implemented at AHN’s West Penn Hospital before expanding to Allegheny General Hospital (AGH).

According to AGS, HELP is a well-studied, effective and innovative model of hospital care designed to prevent both delirium and functional decline among older patients. The program is intended to integrate the principles of geriatrics into standard nursing and medical care on any hospital unit, and to bring geriatric expertise to bear on patient care decisions. Among the program’s benefits, it has been demonstrated to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction of care, lower costs of care, reduce hospital readmissions, and more.

Supported by an AHN multidisciplinary care team, onsite elder nurse life specialists work alongside specially trained hospital volunteers at AGH and West Penn to provide targeted interventions and address a broad scope of geriatric issues known to contribute to cognitive and functional decline during hospitalization. This can include cognitive orientation and stimulation activities, therapeutic activities, sleep enhancement strategies, exercise and mobilization, hearing and vision aids, feeding assistance and dehydration prevention, family support and education and individualized discharge planning.

“This status recognizes our adherence to national program standards, honors our achievement of favorable patient outcomes, and provides AHN the opportunity to serve as an educational site for acute geriatric care,” said Lyn Weinberg, MD, geriatrician and director of the Division of Geriatrics at AHN. “We are extremely grateful to the American Geriatrics Society for recognizing our program in this special way and appreciate their continued partnership in the care of older adults at AHN.”

Dr. Weinberg says that with the successful implementation and sustainment of HELP at West Penn and AGH, the division intends to gradually expand the program to other AHN hospitals.

To learn more about geriatric health care services at AHN, visit http://www.ahn.org/primary-care/geriatrics.

About Allegheny Health Network

Allegheny Health Network (AHN.org) is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving the greater Western Pennsylvania region. The Network is composed of 14 hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, Health + Wellness Pavilions, an employed physician organization, home and community-based health services, a research institute and a group purchasing organization. The Network provides patients with access to a complete spectrum of advanced medical services, including nationally recognized programs for primary and emergency care, cardiovascular disease, cancer care, orthopedic surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, women’s health, diabetes and more. AHN employs approximately 21,000 people, has more than 2,600 physicians on its medical staff and serves as a clinical campus for Drexel University College of Medicine and the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.

About the American Geriatrics Society
Founded in 1942, the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) is a nationwide, not-for-profit society of geriatrics healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the health, independence, and quality of life of older people. Its 6,000+ members include geriatricians, geriatrics nurse practitioners, social workers, family practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists, and internists who are pioneers in serious-illness care for older individuals, with a focus on championing interprofessional teams, eliciting personal care goals, and treating older people as whole persons. For more information, visit AmericanGeriatrics.org.

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Candace Herrington, Allegheny Health Network, 412-951-8193, [email protected], www.ahn.org

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Whispp to Debut New Real-Time Assistive Voice Technology, Helping Millions with Voice Disabilities Speak in Their Natural Voice


How the Whispp App Works.

Whispp fundamentally differs from existing voice conversion technologies because of its ability to convert voiceless speech (speech that does not have a discernible pitch) to natural and voiced speech.

  • Whispp uses audio-to-audio-based AI, resulting in real-time speech conversion, which is highly scalable due to its language-independent nature.
  • Users also have the unique ability to recreate their distinct voice by providing recordings of their current or past healthy voice, adding a personalized touch to their communication.
  • Whispp accommodates a wide spectrum of voice types — from soft whispers to rough speech resulting from a total laryngectomy after throat cancer — providing a tailored solution for various conditions. Whispp is even more innovative because, for several disorders, deliberately steering the voice towards whispering helps due to neurological changes in the speech system.
  • People who stutter severely, for example, can reduce their stuttering frequency by an average of 85% while whispering. Additionally, people who suffer from spasmodic dysphonia or recurrent respiratory papillomatosis speak much more relaxed and fluently when they whisper.
  • Unlike conventional speech-to-text (STT) approaches with noticeable latency and an uneven conversational flow, Whispp provides real-time speech conversion, eliminating barriers to natural communication.

At CES 2023, Whispp introduced the ability to send asynchronous message texts, enhancing the overall communication experience by allowing messages to be exchanged at the recipient’s pace, adding flexibility and convenience to the platform. Whispp’s new product features accommodate a wide spectrum of voice types, providing a tailored solution for various conditions. Even in noisy environments, Whispp allows clear communication and the ability to maintain one’s clarity of speech regardless of external disturbances.

Contact [email protected] to set up a meeting at CES 2024 between January 7-12 in Las Vegas, or learn more at https://whispp.com. Access the Whispp press kit here.

About Whispp

Powered by AI, Whispp’s speech technology empowers millions of people who suffer from a voice disability or stutter severely with the ability to speak in their own natural voice, intended intonation and emotion in real-time. Whispp also enables phone and video calls with more privacy for those without voice disorders, so conversations are kept private without disturbing others. Founded in 2018, Whispp is a privately held company based in Leiden, The Netherlands. Follow Whispp on YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, X and Facebook or learn more at https://whispp.com.

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Mindy M. Hull, Mercury Global Partners for Whispp, 1 415-889-9977, [email protected], https://whispp.com/

Frances Lee, Mercury Global Partners for Whispp, 1 510-427-9098, [email protected], https://whispp.com

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LynxDx Relocates to New and Improved Headquarters to Prime Next Phase of Growth


The relocation also kicks off what’s expected to be a series of key developments for the company and its efforts to provide best-in-class genomic diagnostic testing services for prostate cancer, the second-leading cause of cancer death among men in the U.S.

“Establishing a new and expanded headquarters represents the start of an exciting new chapter for LynxDx and our efforts to revolutionize prostate cancer risk assessment for patients and clinicians,” company President Steve Riggs said. “In conjunction with some exciting news to come, this move firmly places us at the forefront of efforts to advance early detection of a difficult disease and help more people live healthy and productive lives.”

Using science originated in a research lab at the University of Michigan, LynxDx developed its first and now second generation risk assessment test, MPS2. MPS2 is a data-driven, urine prostate cancer screening test that provides highly accurate, risk assessment insights to guide clinical decisions for patients with elevated prostate-specific antigen (PSA) or abnormal digital rectal exam (DRE) findings. The test combines the predictive power of 18 urine biomarkers with those clinical factors most relevant in men with higher risk factors for prostate cancer. By using the MPS2 assessment, physicians are able to more accurately inform their patients whether or not a clinically relevant cancer is present and what the best next steps are in their prostate cancer care.

About LynxDx
Using technology developed at the University of Michigan, LynxDx provides best-in-class diagnostic testing services to help people live healthy and productive lives. The company’s mission is to develop superior genomic tests where there is clear patient need. LynxDx produces tests with the highest degree of accuracy, efficiency combined with an unparalleled customer experience. For more information about LynxDx please visit lynxdx.com.

Media Contact

Stephanie Fraser, LynxDx, 734-233-1483, [email protected], https://www.lynxdx.com/ 

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IncreMedical Therapy Solutions Expands Footprint with Partnership with Interstate Rehab


Interstate Rehab patients will continue to receive the same high-quality care from the same familiar faces they know and trust. However, the clinical team will now have access to IncreMedical’s parent company, Confluent Health, and their established ecosystem of management services as well as education and musculoskeletal health resources. Support services include efficient community outreach, digital innovations, value-based care pathway models, and marketing and finance tools. Resources include best-in-brand physical therapy partnerships, such as the PTPN network, continuing education programs and staff development opportunities with Evidence in Motion, a nationally recognized residency, fellowship, and certification education provider in physical and occupational therapy programs and Fit For Work, the leading provider of employee safety.

“Since opening our virtual doors, our vision has been to bridge the technological gap between health care plans, providers and employers, and patients,” said Greg Cooper, Managing Partner of IncreMedical. “We are delighted that this partnership will allow us to continue this vision but now with further hospital expansion on the west coast.”

Confluent Health’s President and CEO, Larry Benz, PT, DPT, OCS, MBA, MAPP, FAPTA, also states, “We are proud to partner with IncreMedical and are excited to welcome Interstate Rehab into the Confluent Health family. Jim’s team is made up of pre-eminent leaders in their respective fields, and bringing in Interstate Rehab is going to add significant value as we grow together. Our partnership has endless possibilities.”

About IncreMedical Therapy Solutions: IncreMedical Therapy Solutions (IncreMedical) provides post-acute management services for Accountable Care Organizations, Hospitals, and Physician Practices to include physical therapy, risk stratification and patient engagement strategies with a focus on preventable hospital re-admissions.

About Confluent Health: Confluent Health is a family of physical and occupational therapy companies. We are transforming healthcare by strengthening private practices, developing highly effective clinicians, innovating new services and technology to improve the quality of care for patients, and lowering costs via more effective treatment, workplace wellness, and injury prevention. For more information, visit goconfluent.com or find us on Facebook at @confluenthealth.

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Betsy Appleton, Confluent Health, 502-536-4584, [email protected], www.goconfluent.com

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Convergent Dental reaches new milestone as its Solea® All-Tissue Dental Laser is now being used by dentists in all 50 U.S. states


The Solea All-Tissue Laser is a comprehensive dental practice solution unlike any other. It’s a 9.3-µm CO2 laser that allows for anesthesia-free, blood-free, and pain-free procedures in hard and soft tissue.(1) Convergent Dental unites this novel technology with education & community, enabling dentists to elevate and grow their practices through improved efficiency, patient experience, clinical effectiveness, and procedural expansion.

“Solea elevates practice possibilities and serves as a practice multiplier, allowing dentists to streamline existing procedures, add new treatments, and complement their digital technology,” said Robert L. Gershon, CEO of Convergent Dental. “We are thrilled to see continued broad-based adoption of Solea throughout North America and beyond.”

To learn more about Convergent Dental, visit convergentdental.com.

About Convergent Dental
Convergent Dental, Inc. is a privately owned dental equipment and technology company. The Company’s flagship product, Solea®, is the only CO2 laser to be cleared by the FDA for all-tissue indications and delivers an anesthesia-free, blood-free, suture-free experience that dentists can rely on.(1) Solea® is a true breakthrough in dental laser technology that offers a completely different experience for both dentists and patients when compared to traditional instruments or any earlier laser treatment. Solea® enables dentists to elevate their practices through improved efficiency, patient experience, clinical effectiveness, and procedural expansion.(2)

For more information, please visit http://www.convergentdental.com. Follow the company on InstagramFacebook and LinkedIn.

[1] Based on report of 1000 procedures performed by Solea users. Documentation on file.
[2] Based on 2022 Annual Survey of Solea users. Documentation on file.

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Caitlin D’Entremont, Convergent Dental, 508-500-5056, [email protected], https://www.convergentdental.com/

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HealthBook+ Appoints Former U.S. Senator, Leaders in Business, as Strategic Advisors


HealthBook+ empowers individuals to take appropriate health actions based on a holistic analysis of their confidential health data and related information, sourced from their provider-based electronic health records, health plan claims data, personal wearable health trackers and other connected devices, Social Determinant of Health profiles and via self-reporting. Proprietary, predictive analytics and AI models are applied to identify potential conditions early on. Next best health actions are then presented to the individual along with options for them to easily connect with their healthcare providers and other digital health solutions. For employers that sponsor HealthBook+ access for their employees, the benefits include a more engaged and productive workforce, lower absenteeism, and reduced health plan costs.

The initial group of Strategic Advisors are:

Cory Gardner – a former U.S. Congressman and Senator recognized for his bipartisan approach to problem solving. He spent substantial time overseeing healthcare and cybersecurity policy, and created legislation related to the national suicide prevention hotline. Today, he advises several businesses and organizations, including the Crypto Council for Innovation.

Michael Hanson – longtime Board Chair, President and CEO of Hunt Electric, a national electrical design, build and maintenance leader. He has personally led many projects related to hospitals, clinics, and corporate data centers.

Kathrine Nicol – founder of Nicol Health Law, a boutique law practice specializing in legal issues unique to alternative delivery models in healthcare, including direct primary care and telemedicine. She has been representing both large and smaller healthcare entities for more than 25 years.

Ken Wells – a seasoned business leader with extensive corporate health experience, spanning clinical medicine, health benefits, public health, pharmacy, and risk management.

The Strategic Advisors will provide invaluable guidance in several areas, with specific focuses on corporate development, fundraising strategy and navigating the evolving regulatory landscapes in digital health, AI and information privacy.

“I am truly humbled that these exemplary leaders have chosen to devote their time and intellect to helping HealthBook+ accelerate its future growth,” said HealthBook+ CEO Christopher Turner. “It is especially exciting that they share our vision for personal health ownership. The team here and I are looking forward to working with them to help individuals determine their next best health actions.”

The recruitment of the Strategic Advisor group follows the creation of a Medical Advisory Board, which advises on personalization aspects and accuracy of the HealthBook+ service, addressing both physical and mental health conditions. The company also recently added features focused on the needs of concierge and direct primary care practices.

About HealthBook+

Headquartered in Denver, CO, HealthBook+ has built a digital-first health facilitation platform that guides an individual’s Next Best Health Action™ using advanced AI. Designed by doctors, HealthBook+ identifies potential conditions early on and facilitates access to healthcare screening and services through secure chats, assessments, and education. The platform’s AI models are continuously reviewed by the company’s Medical Advisory Board, and are powered by an individual’s comprehensive health information, sourced from their provider hosted EHR systems, personal health trackers and via self-reporting. For more information, visit healthbookplus.com.

Strategic Advisor Short Biographies

Cory Gardner

Senator Cory Gardner is a fifth-generation Coloradan who was born and raised in Yuma, where his family has owned a farm equipment dealership for more than a century.

He began serving in the Colorado House of Representatives in 2005 where he spent time as the Minority Whip. Cory was then elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2010 and served on the Energy and Commerce Committee, with jurisdiction over the healthcare system. Elected to the U.S. Senate in 2014, he served as a member of the Energy & Natural Resource Committee, on the Foreign Relations Committee and the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee. He also served as Chairman of the Subcommittee on East Asia, the Pacific, and International Cybersecurity Policy.

In 2019, Cory was ranked the fifth most bipartisan senator by The Lugar Center for his work in the 115th Congress to build consensus, elevate the tenor of debate, practice civility, and advance legislation on pressing issues. A member of the Senate leadership, he passed landmark legislation in conservation, foreign policy and authorized the nation’s 988 national suicide prevention hotline.

Today, he works with companies and organizations in a variety of areas, from healthcare to rocketry. In particular, he serves as an advisor to the Crypto Council for Innovation, a global industry alliance focusing on inclusive regulation for digital assets and unlocking the promise of Web3.

Cory graduated summa cum laude from Colorado State University and received his law degree from the University of Colorado Boulder.

Michael Hanson

Michael Hanson is the former Board Chair, President and CEO of Hunt Electric Corp., a national electrical design, build and maintenance leader. Michael joined the company as an assistant project manager in 1985 and retired from the Board in 2021.

During his time at Hunt, Michael was directly involved in numerous projects relating to hospitals, clinics, data centers, industrial plants, and solar energy generation facilities. He began working in the electrical industry in 1979 for Sterling Electric Construction, where he held several positions until he joined Hunt.

Michael is a Board Member of the Guarantee Electrical Company in St. Louis, MO and a Board Advisor and Investor in SBE Vision of Wakefield, MA. He is also a former Trustee and Investment Committee Chair of Hunger Solutions Minnesota, a past Vice-Chair of the Children’s Hospital Foundation and a past Chairman of the Freshwater Society.

With a BA in History and Political Science from the University of Minnesota, Michael also earned an MBA at the University’s Carlson School of Management.

Kathrine Nicol

Kathrine Nicol is the founder of Nicol Health Law, a boutique law practice catering to entities engaged in emerging healthcare delivery models such as direct primary care (“DPC”), concierge, and telemedicine. Licensed in both Colorado and Texas, Kathrine has over 25 years of legal experience representing clients in both transactional matters and litigation. Her current focus is in assisting clients in operational and governance issues such as creating and structuring management services organizations; understanding medical board regulations and state laws pertaining to the delivery of telemedicine; and drafting the necessary documents for patients to contract/engage with DPC/Concierge medical practices.

She is a frequent speaker at DPC/Concierge events across the country including those sponsored by the American Academy of Family Physicians, HINT, and Spruce, and also speaks at healthcare benefit conferences, such as Health Rosetta, explaining how these alternative delivery models save money for self-insured businesses while providing better care and higher satisfaction for patients. Kathrine serves as outside counsel to numerous DPC/Concierge practices and business entities across the country and is a Steering Committee member of the Direct Primary Care Coalition, a Washington, DC-based advocacy group that lobbies Congress for the advancement of state, federal, and private sector policies that bring patients and doctors together to help promote better care.

Prior to founding Nicol Health Law, Kathrine served as Senior Vice President/General Counsel of Nexus Health Systems, a multi-million dollar, for-profit, physician-owned healthcare provider. She began her legal career as a law clerk in Texas for the Honorable Marcia A. Crone, United States District Judge and then joined Locke Lord, in their Houston office, as an associate representing clients in employment litigation matters.

Kathrine graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Ohio University in Athens. She then received her Juris Doctor from Loyola University Chicago School of Law and continued her education as a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Adelaide Law School in South Australia. While at the University of Adelaide Law School, she instructed second and third-year law students along with performing Ph.D. research focusing on end-of-life decision making.

Ken Wells

Dr. Ken Wells is a seasoned executive with extensive corporate health experience spanning clinical medicine, health benefits, public health, pharmacy, and risk management.

Ken has more than thirty years of corporate healthcare experience, delivering tailored services and wellness programs worldwide. He founded Alken Health Resources, an administrative resource that provides medical direction and health consulting services to Fortune-size companies. Ken has implemented and managed dozens of national and international corporate health programs through Alken, delivering innovative solutions. Ken’s guidance has improved clients’ quality, efficiency, and savings. His advice has benefited many industries, including energy, insurance, municipalities, healthcare, transportation, and NASA.

He serves on the Board of Trustees and chairs the University of the Incarnate Word academic affairs committee in San Antonio, Texas. He is the board vice chair for Telligen and chairs the compensation committee for OLATEC Therapeutics. Over the past two decades, he has served on nine not-for-profit and six advisory boards. Ken gained extensive governance experience through the many committees he has served on, including executive, audit, governance, nominations, HR, and quality.

Ken began his medical career at Texas Southern University, earning his bachelor’s degree in pharmacy. He earned a medical doctorate and a master’s in public health from the University of Texas Health Center in Houston. He completed residencies in family and occupational medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center. He completed a fellowship in primary care policy with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. He completed the aviation medicine program at the U.S. Army School of Aerospace Medicine. Ken pursued and completed the MBA program at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. He holds a license to practice medicine in Texas as well as insurance licenses. He obtained certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SHRM).

Media Contact

Jen Massing Harris, HealthBook+, 9172732405, [email protected], https://www.massingpr.com

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How to Accelerate Lupus Solutions with RWD, Upcoming Webinar Hosted by Xtalks


  • Demographic and socioeconomic data
  • Deep clinical information on disease manifestations
  • Health care utilization, including treatment information
  • Long-term clinical outcomes, including patient-reported outcomes (PROs)

Join Alira Health’s Real World Solutions experts and external partners from FORWARD — the US national databank for rheumatic diseases — for a deep dive into Lupus RWD.

Join Dr. Kaleb Michaud, Professor, Division of Rheumatology, Director, Rheumatology Fellowship Research Program, University of Nebraska Medical Center; Dr. Patti Katz, Professor, Medicine, University of California San Francisco; and Frederico Calado, Vice President, Global Real-World Solutions, Alira Health, for the live webinar on Monday, December 18, 2023, at 11am EST (4pm GMT/UK).

For more information, or to register for this event, visit How to Accelerate Lupus Solutions with RWD.

To learn more about the Alira Health partnership with FORWARD, visit Alira Health and FORWARD Launch Enhanced Lupus Patient Registry, Accelerating Solutions for Patients.

ABOUT XTALKS

Xtalks, powered by Honeycomb Worldwide Inc., is a leading provider of educational webinars and digital content to the global life science, food, healthcare and medical device communities. Every year, thousands of industry practitioners (from pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, healthcare and medical device companies, private & academic research institutions, healthcare centers, etc.) turn to Xtalks for access to quality content. Xtalks helps professionals stay current with industry developments, regulations and jobs. Xtalks webinars also provide perspectives on key issues from top industry thought leaders and service providers.

To learn more about Xtalks visit http://xtalks.com
For information about hosting a webinar visit http://xtalks.com/why-host-a-webinar/

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Vera Kovacevic, Xtalks, +1 (416) 977-6555 x371, vkovacevic@xtalks.com

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Pioneering Trauma Therapy with EMDR


Sal Schittino, Licensed Therapist, opens his doors to transformative therapy at The Center for Empowerment and Resilience in downtown Frederick

FREDERICK, Md., Dec. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Center for Empowerment and Resilience, a therapy private practice, announces its grand opening in downtown Frederick, MD. The Center is dedicated to treating teens and adults grappling with trauma and anxiety. Spearheaded by trauma therapist and owner Sal Schittino, the center is committed to empowering individuals on their journey to resilience and mental well-being.

The Center for Empowerment and Resilience distinguishes itself by specializing in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a research-backed modality known for its effectiveness in treating trauma-related conditions. EMDR has demonstrated transformative results, offering hope and healing to those navigating the complex aftermath of traumatic experiences.

Sal Schittino, the founder of the practice, brings a unique perspective to his work. In 2014, he personally faced a life-altering trauma when he was attacked in the city of Baltimore. The aftermath of the incident required open-heart surgery, a year of physical recovery, and significant emotional healing. Sal’s own experience with trauma and subsequent recovery fueled his commitment to becoming a trauma therapist.

“After undergoing EMDR therapy, I witnessed the profound impact it had on my own life. It not only helped me recover but allowed me to grow mentally and emotionally,” says Sal Schittino. “This personal journey motivated me to become trained in EMDR so I could extend the same transformative support to others who have faced the trials and tribulations of trauma.”

The Center for Empowerment and Resilience offers a compassionate and individualized approach to therapy, recognizing that each person’s journey is unique. The practice aims to be a beacon of healing for those seeking a path to recovery and resilience.

Media Contact

Sal Schittino, The Center for Empowerment & Resilience LLC, 240.330.4361, [email protected], www.cercounseling.com

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Auberge Resorts Collection and Internationally-Acclaimed Global Mindful Movement Brand Sanctum Announces a Series of Exclusive Wellness Retreats in 2024


“We are honored and beyond excited to partner with Auberge Resorts Collection, bringing Sanctum experiences to U.S. consumers for the first time. In a time when reconnection and sense of belonging are the highest currencies, this collaboration creates a perfect opportunity for our communities to come together and radically invest in self-care in a truly unique, authentic and transformational way,” said Gabriel Olszewski, co-founder and CEO, Sanctum.

“We are excited about the chance to pioneer and advocate for unique and harmonious therapeutic experiences that have not yet been introduced in our respective markets,” said Vivianne Garcia-Tunon, vice president of wellbeing, Auberge Resorts Collection. “By introducing Sanctum into our portfolio, we are further revolutionizing the very notion of design-driven wellbeing within our global collection. Sanctum’s unparalleled movement concept is set to empower guests, enabling them to unlock their full human potential during their stay.”

The series of weekend retreats will take place over the following dates:

Each weekend will offer destination-driven itineraries featuring one or more Sanctum experiences per day, combining multidisciplinary forms of physical, spiritual and mental conditioning, such as kundalini yoga, dance, HIIT, martial arts, meditation and animalistic flow. These experiences will be coupled with itineraries filled with nourishing and convivial dining experiences, holistic spa treatments and unique local experiences. The program will offer both full weekend itineraries for single and double occupancy, as well as single-day pass options. Prices vary per property.

For more information or to book, please visit aubergeresorts.com/wellness.

About Auberge Resorts Collection

Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 26 one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

For more information: aubergeresorts.com

Connect with Auberge Resorts Collection on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Threads, Twitter and LinkedIn @AubergeResorts and #AlwaysAuberge

About Sanctum

Sanctum is a nomadic mindful movement community established in 2020 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Founded by a charismatic couple, Luuk Melisse and Gabriel Olszewski, Sanctum has gained its international recognition for hosting transformational wellness experiences in the form of retreats, wellness festivals and weekly classes in Amsterdam and London. With the purpose of enriching the lives of consumers through restoring a sense of belonging and community, Sanctum is pushing the boundaries and revolutionizing conventions of the fitness and wellness sectors.

For more information: www.wearesanctum.com

Connect with Sanctum on Instagram and LinkedIn

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