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Grateful Labs emerges from stealth, launching first-of-its-kind Gratitude Wall, A Street-Art Installation & Wellness Festival in Tel Aviv

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Today, Grateful Labs emerges from stealth mode by launching its first ever “Gratitude Wall” focused on elevating well-being and improving mental health by creating a two-week wellness festival around a physical art installation in Tel Aviv’s central Habima Square. With the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbating record levels of depression, anxiety, and loneliness during the past few years, The Gratitude Wall was created to lift our spirits through two weeks of gratitude, art, music, and wellness practices. It will be live in Tel Aviv’s Habima Square from March 25th, 2022, to April 9th, 2022, with future walls to come in other global locations.

The Gratitude Wall is a visual street-art installation, as well as an invitation for us to celebrate what we are grateful for in our lives, and to remind us of that gratitude, as a way of life, unites us all and strengthens our social fabric. The landmark NIH gratitude study in 2010 helped establish gratitude practices as a scientifically proven method of improving mental, emotional, and physical health on an ongoing basis.

Throughout the installation of The Gratitude Wall, there is a full schedule of community-based events and activities including: live music, yoga, meditations, sound healing, and a host of other wellness-based practices. After this installation is complete, the wall will be turned into an NFT and become part of the foundation of the virtual House of Gratitude – a metaverse-based gratitude-themed healing center, accessible to those who have written on the wall & have claimed a fractional share of the NFT using their digital wallet. As Grateful Labs rolls out additional walls, the # of members in virtual House of Gratitude is expected to grow alongside the depth and breadth of content & experiences provided.

“Our entire Grateful Labs team is thrilled to help us transition from the bleakness of a pandemic reality to a happier, healthier time,” said Max Marine, CEO and Founder, Grateful Labs. “We’re using modern technology to build a global community of gratitude enthusiasts who motivate and inspire one another to focus on the good in our lives and leverage a variety of wellness practices to help us recognize and express appreciation for what we normally take for granted.”

Grateful Labs was founded in January 2022 as a response to the exploding global mental health crisis. The company plans to build a comprehensive portfolio of gratitude-based products and services, including a Grateful Giraffes NFT collection & eCommerce line, a subscription-based gratitude training platform, live workshops, events, retreats, public art installations, and to donate 10% of revenues to a community-run non-profit called The Grateful DAO.

Grateful Labs is supporting its mission by creating Grateful Giraffe NFTs, a digital art collection that it will sell on World Giraffe Day (June 21st). Grateful Giraffe NFT holders will get access to exclusive content & unique experiences and connect to a global community of gratitude enthusiasts passionate about making the world a more grateful place!

To learn more about Grateful Giraffes, check out our website: https://www.gratefulgiraffes.com/

and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gratefulgiraffes/

For more information on The Gratitude Wall visit our event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1705792703090076/

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Mount Sinai Health System Launches Mobile Prostate Cancer Screening Unit in New York City

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Mount Sinai Health System’s new mobile prostate cancer screening unit.

“Our goal is that with increased education, awareness, and access to testing, we can help detect prostate cancer early, save lives, and close the gaps in high-risk diagnostic and fatality rates.” – Ash Tewari, MBBS, MCh, Chair of Urology at the Mount Sinai Health System


NEW YORK (PRWEB)

The Milton and Carroll Petrie Department of Urology at Mount Sinai has launched the Mount Sinai Robert F. Smith Mobile Prostate Cancer Screening Unit to support prostate health in the Black community.

The mobile van is equipped to perform screenings and tests including the prostate-specific antigen test, digital rectal exam, ExactVu™ micro-ultrasound system, EchoNous bladder scanner, genomics testing, and more.

The mobile unit was created to address the disproportionately high incidence of prostate cancer in the Black community—Black men are 70 percent more likely to develop high-risk prostate cancer, and are also more than twice as likely to die of the disease, as white men.

In the United States, prostate cancer is the second-most-common form of cancer in men, following skin cancer. About 1 in 40 American men will die of prostate cancer and Black men are more at risk. Early prostate cancer detection is the best way to keep healthy. The American Urological Association recommends that all men above age 55, and all Black men above age 45, consult with their doctor to discuss the benefits of screening.

“The Robert F. Smith Mobile Prostate Cancer Screening Unit will be an invaluable service for the community, allowing us to meet our patients where they are,” says Ash Tewari, MBBS, MCh, Chair of Urology at the Mount Sinai Health System and the Kyung Hyun Kim, MD Professor of Urology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. “Our goal is that with increased education, awareness, and access to testing, we can help detect prostate cancer early, save lives, and close the gaps in high-risk diagnostic and fatality rates.”

“With Black men at an increased risk of both being diagnosed with and dying from prostate cancer, getting these life-saving resources for testing and treatment into our communities has never been more urgent,” said Robert F. Smith, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Vista Equity Partners. “I am proud to support Mount Sinai in these efforts to ensure we do not continue to lose far too many husbands, fathers, uncles, brothers, sons, and friends to this disease. This mobile screening unit will bring awareness and care right into the communities where they are most needed.”

Mount Sinai Health System will join forces with local community partners to raise awareness about the disease and services offered by the mobile unit, set up prostate screening appointments at the mobile magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) unit in highly concentrated Black neighborhoods across New York City, and schedule follow-up visits as needed for patients with Mount Sinai Health System urologists.

The Mobile Unit will be making the following stops in the coming weeks:

  • Saturday, May 14: 9 am to 4 pm EDT: Friendship Baptist Church, 92 Herkimer Street, Brooklyn, New York 11216

  • Sunday, May 22: 11 am to 4:30 pm EDT: Christian Fellowship SDA Church, 777 Schenectady Ave, Brooklyn, New York 11203

  • Saturday, June 18: 11 am to 4:30 pm EDT: Annual Juneteenth Celebration—Street Fair, 116th Street between Malcolm X Boulevard (Lenox Avenue) and Fifth Avenue, New York City

Made possible by a donation from Mr. Smith, the mobile unit brings state-of-the-art imaging equipment and specialized staff directly to the communities that need them most. The initiative is led by Dr. Tewari, a world-renowned urologist and prostate cancer surgeon. As Director of the Center of Excellence for Prostate Cancer at Mount Sinai, he leads a multidisciplinary team committed to improving prostate cancer treatment, research, and education. The department is at the forefront of urological care and treats more than 100,000 patients annually.

The Department of Urology at the Mount Sinai Health System has one of the most robust robotic surgery programs in the country, with Dr. Tewari having performed more than 7,000 surgeries. Genomic testing and advanced imaging are routine for patients with prostate cancer, providing personalized and precise treatment protocols. Dr. Tewari and his team have performed thousands of MRI-guided fusion biopsies, have a very large cohort of active surveillance patients, and have been innovators in developing novel surgical techniques to optimize sexual function recovery and urinary continence.

Mount Sinai’s Center of Excellence for Prostate Cancer at The Tisch Cancer Institute, under the leadership of Dr. Tewari, offers the most up-to-date diagnosis, management, and treatment approaches for prostate cancer. The team of world-renowned experts includes urologic, radiation, and medical oncologists, as well as impotence specialists, pathologists, radiologists, and oncology nurses.

More Information:

  • Prostate cancer screenings for insured patients typically have no out-of-pocket costs. New York State residents who don’t have insurance may be eligible for screenings through the New York State Cancer Services Program if they meet income and age eligibility criteria. 1-866-442-CANCER (2262).

  • To track the van location and schedule a community event, call 646-531-8092 or email prostatecancer@mountsinai.org

  • For more information, visit https://www.mountsinai.org/care/cancer/services/prostate/mobile-screening

About the Mount Sinai Health System

The Mount Sinai Health System is New York City’s largest academic medical system, encompassing eight hospitals, a leading medical school, and a vast network of ambulatory practices throughout the greater New York region. Mount Sinai advances medicine and health through unrivaled education and translational research and discovery to deliver care that is the safest, highest-quality, most accessible and equitable, and the best value of any health system in the nation. The Health System includes approximately 7,300 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture ambulatory surgery centers; more than 415 ambulatory practices throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. The Mount Sinai Hospital is ranked on U.S. News & World Report’s “Honor Roll” of the top 20 U.S. hospitals and is top in the nation by specialty: No. 1 in Geriatrics and top 20 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. Mount Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital is ranked in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” among the country’s best in four out of 10 pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine is one of three medical schools that have earned distinction by multiple indicators: ranked in the top 20 by U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Medical Schools,” aligned with a U.S. News & World Report “Honor Roll” Hospital, and No. 14 in the nation for National Institutes of Health funding. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally. For more information, visit https://www.mountsinai.org or find Mount Sinai on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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Venture Construction Group of Florida Sponsors Autism Speaks Palm Beach Walk

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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (PRWEB)

Venture Construction Group of Florida (VCGFL) was a proud Silver Sponsor at the Autism Speaks Palm Beach Walk. The 2-mile walk was held from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. on March 6 at the Meyer Amphitheatre. Registrants had the option to walk individually or in teams.

Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. The nonprofit provides advocacy and support and aims to increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder. Autism Speaks is dedicated to advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions.

“We are honored to support this incredible cause that continues to impact the lives of so many. We are committed to supporting innovative research and raising awareness,” said Stephen Shanton, CEO and president of Venture Construction Group of Florida (VCGFL).

According to Autism Speaks, 1 in 44 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Signs of autism usually appear by age 2 or 3. Some associated development delays can appear even earlier, and often, it can be diagnosed as early as 18 months. Early intervention affords the best opportunity to support healthy development and deliver benefits across the lifespan. Some people with ASD may require significant support in their daily lives, while others may need less support and, in some cases, live entirely independently. Autism Speaks has funded nearly $234M, primarily in scientific grants, resulting in an additional $1B of publicly-sourced autism-related funding.

The Autism Speaks Walk is the world’s largest fundraising event dedicated to improving the lives of people with autism. Together with parents, grandparents, siblings, friends, relatives and providers who support them, there is no limit to what we can do; and the funds raised help ensure people of all abilities have access to the tools needed to lead their best lives. VCGFL is an award-winning construction and restoration company committed to giving back and supports numerous organizations each year.

About Venture Construction Group of Florida

Founded in 1998, Venture Construction Group of Florida (VCGFL) is an award-winning leader in construction, restoration, renovations, roofing, storm damage repairs, and 24/7 emergency services throughout Florida, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Bahamas and the Caribbean. Specializing in residential, industrial and commercial projects, VCGFL assists homeowners, property managers, condominium boards, homeowner associations, association boards, hotels, and business complexes with general contractor services, roofing, specialty construction, historical restoration, water and flood mitigation, and property repairs due to fire, flood, water, wind and hurricanes. With offices in Boca Raton, Ft. Myers, Naples, Panama City Beach, Orlando, Stuart, Tampa, San Juan, and Nassau, VCGFL is committed to operational excellence and exceptional customer service. VCGFL takes care of the details every step of the way including roofing, siding, windows, drywall, flooring, paint, gutters to rebuilding properties after major storm events from hurricanes, tornadoes, and hailstorms. VCGFL has earned leading industry awards including Roofing Contractor Magazine’s “Top 100”; Better Business Bureau (BBB) Southeast Florida and Caribbean 2021 Torch Award for Ethics Finalist; Gold Coast Builders Association (GCBA) Silver PRISM Award for Safety Team of the Year, GCBA Gold PRISM Award for Craftsmanship- Commercial Exterior, GCBA Silver PRISM Award for Craftsmanship- Commercial Exterior, Owens Corning Pinnacle Award for Safety, Roofing Alliance MVP Award, Coatings Pro Contractor Award, Pro Remodeler Forty Under 40 Award, Qualified Remodeler Top 500 Remodelers Award, Qualified Remodeler Master Design Award, Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association S.T.A.R. Spotlight Trophy for the Advancement of Roofing Awards in Sustainability and Community Service. Shanton is a certified member of the WindStorm Insurance Network™ and is a WIND Certified Umpire®, WIND Certified Appraiser®, and WIND Certified Fellow®. VCGFL carries advanced accreditations and is an exclusive certified National Storm Damage Center Preferred Contractor and Certified Member of the United Association of Storm Restoration Contractors. VCGFL is a proud member of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) Industry Members Association (EIMA); Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA); Gold Coast Builders Association (GCBA); Insurance Appraisal and Umpire Association (IAUA); National Association of Environmentally Responsible Mold Contractors (NAERMC); National Association of Home Builders (NAHB); National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA); NRCA Qualified Trainer; Property Liability and Resource Bureau (PLRB); Restoration Industry Association (RIA). VCGFL is a registered U.S. Federal Government Contractor and holds leading manufacturer certifications including Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor, Mule-Hide Legacy Contractor, Certified CertainTeed Contractor, and Duro-Last Certified Contractor status. VCGFL credentials have been vetted and screened through independent third-party Global Risk Management Solutions. For more information, call 866-459-8351 or visit us online at http://www.VCGFL.com.

About Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. To find resources, join a fundraising walk or make a donation, go to http://www.AutismSpeaks.org.

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Dr. Brian Brooker Joins Summit BHC As Senior Vice President of Quality and Compliance

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FRANKLIN, Tenn. (PRWEB)

Summit BHC (“Summit”), a leading national provider of behavioral health and addiction treatment services based in Franklin, Tennessee, has named Dr. Brian Brooker as Senior Vice President of Quality and Compliance.

“Brian brings a wealth of educational knowledge and experience to Summit,” said Brent Turner, CEO of Summit. “His leadership and vision will help guide Summit’s clinical delivery as we continue to provide the highest standard of care across our growing footprint.”

Dr. Brooker comes to Summit from Signature Healthcare Services, where he was the company’s Vice President of Clinical and Regulatory Services. He began his career serving 10 years in the U.S. Navy, and later returned to the Navy when he was selected to serve as an Independent Naval Instructor at the Academy of Health Sciences, teaching neuropsychiatry.

He is board certified in psychiatry and mental health, executive administration, anger resolution and healthcare accreditation. He holds a B.S. in nursing from Incarnate Word University, a master’s degree from Columbia Southern University in healthcare administration and a doctoral degree from Nova Southeastern.

“I’m thrilled to begin work with the Summit leadership team and all of our clinical staff,” Brooker said. “Summit has earned an outstanding reputation for its regulatory compliance and standard of care. I look forward to leading our care teams as we seek to improve the lives we touch, and to contributing to the continued growth and improvement of Summit’s facilities.”

About Summit

Headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, Summit operates a leading network of behavioral health hospitals and addiction treatment centers throughout the country. The company’s primary focus is on psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment within a flexible and dynamic continuum of care. The leadership team at Summit is composed of senior executives with decades of combined experience in behavioral healthcare. The company currently owns and operates 32 freestanding facilities in 19 states.

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MUDWTR Launches :rest, a Caffeine-Free Blend for a Relaxing Evening Ritual

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“We dreamed up :rest as a protest to hustle culture. It’s a reminder to treat your evening ritual like an athlete warming up for a game…”


VENICE, Calif. (PRWEB)

MUDWTR’s latest product delivers a profound message: “permission to rest.” Research shows that how one rests, relax, and recover supports how one rises, create and performs the next day. The “snooze and lose” mantra touted by hustle culture has led us down a path of poor sleep, diminishing our well-being. With that in mind, Venice, CA-based MUDWTR created :rest, a caffeine-free evening blend to promote a state of calm. It’s formulated to give drinkers the type of sleep that makes them want to give their pillows a high-five the next day.

If MUDWTR were a band, :rise would be on the bass and :rest would be Norah Jones. The soothing blend is made with rooibos chai, chamomile, turmeric, cinnamon, and an all-star team of adaptogens and herbs (valerian root, passionflower, ashwagandha, and two incredible fungi: reishi and turkey tail). The taste is equivalent to curling up with a knitted afghan and reading the sixth Harry Potter book on a stormy Sunday evening. Chamomile and ashwagandha promote calm, while reishi and turkey tail support immunity. Meanwhile, turmeric and cinnamon work the antioxidant angle, and rooibos chai is helpful for digestion.

American adults have gone from sleeping an average of eight hours a night in the 1960s to just 6.2 hours a night today, according to MUDWTR’s sleep advisor, neuroscientist Dr. Jeffrey Durmer, MD, Ph.D. “This had a dramatic impact on the health and safety of Americans,” says Dr. Durmer. “As the population gets less and less healthy sleep, there has been a corresponding rise in obesity, cardiovascular disease, metabolic diseases, diabetes, mental health issues, and immune and oncologic diseases in the United States”

:rest was designed to help society deal with its lack of slumber. “Sleep is one of the most ignored biological needs in our society, and MUDWTR has tapped into that,” says Dr. Durmer. MUDWTR recommends pairing a cup of :rest with meditation, journaling, or watching the sunset. It is available for one-time purchases and 30-, 60- or 90-day subscriptions for $40-$100 at mudwtr.com.

“We dreamed up :rest as a protest to hustle culture. It’s a reminder to treat your evening ritual like an athlete warming up for a game. This time is sacred. It’s that sliver of existence when you can disconnect from the chaos, reset, and start breathing deeply again. Our society is terrified of the dark, but without the dark there is no light, and without rest, there is no rise.” —Shane Heath, CEO of MUDWTR

ABOUT MUDWTR:

MUDWTR is a ritual-building company on a mission to heal the mind through products, content, and experiences that evolve how we rise and rest. MUDWTR began by offering a new morning ritual to people who no longer wanted to be controlled by coffee. Its wildly successful original product, :rise, is a blend of masala chai, cacao, and adaptogenic mushrooms that has 1/7th the amount of caffeine as a cup of coffee, providing focus and energy without the jitters, crash, and poor sleep. Today, in addition to complementing :rise with its evening counterpart, :rest, MUDWTR is a source of mindful films, journalism, and events, all aimed at helping humans feel present and grounded amidst the messiness of life.

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Elizabeth Limbach

MUDWTR Managing Editor

elizabeth@mudwtr.com

AVAILABLE SOURCES:

MUDWTR CEO Shane Heath

Neuroscientist, sleep scientist, and Olympic sleep coach Jeffrey Durmer, MD, Ph.D.

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Forcura Appoints David Kerr as Chief Technology Officer

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“[David Kerr] is a great cultural fit for Forcura’s fast-paced, high-growth business with a proven track record at Forcura and in several industries. He will be a key leader as we enter the next chapter of Forcura’s growth.”


JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (PRWEB)

Forcura, a healthcare technology company that enables safer patient care transitions and coordination, today announced it has appointed David Kerr as its new chief technology officer (CTO). Kerr, who previously served as Forcura’s vice president of engineering, will be responsible for leading Forcura’s technology vision, enhancing existing offerings and bringing new digital capabilities to life.

With more than 25 years’ experience in IT and operations roles across a variety of sectors, Kerr is a proven leader and strategist who has already played a significant role in furthering Forcura’s technology initiatives and platforms in his short time with the company.

Kerr arrived at Forcura in April 2021 at the recommendation of immediate past CTO Joe Held, who remains with Forcura supporting Kerr and the organization as a strategic advisor. Kerr and Held, who worked together at S&P Global Platts for three years, have spent the past 12 months jointly leading and driving Forcura’s technology initiatives forward.

“Joe has been a steadfast leader of Forcura’s IT strategy and team, guiding us through a transformational stage in our growth over the past three years,” said Forcura founder and CEO Craig Mandeville. “As Joe completes this transition, we feel fortunate that he recruited David and prepared him for this important role. Since day one, David has been a true pro and difference-maker. His leadership, skill and experience will continue to be a tremendous asset for our team and clients.”

Prior to Forcura, Kerr held roles of influence such as head of technology at Infinicept, VP of software engineering at Fortress Consulting and VP of engineering systems at S&P Global. He earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Colorado State University, followed by a certification in data science from Harvard University’s Division of Continuing Education.

“David is customer-focused and a highly qualified and innovative technology leader,” said Held. “He is a great cultural fit for Forcura’s fast-paced, high-growth business with a proven track record at Forcura and in several industries. He will be a key leader as we enter the next chapter of Forcura’s growth.”

About Forcura

Forcura, a leading healthcare technology company headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, facilitates continuity of care via technology, analytics and a deep commitment to enabling better patient care. The Forcura suite of tools is powered by Forcura Connect, a proprietary framework for standardizing interoperability and integration among post-acute health care organizations, physicians, electronic health records (EHRs) and other supporting technology vendors. Through our technology and analytics solutions, we are a step closer every day to elevating the opportunities of post-acute care. The company has been recognized in 2021 as the Best Healthcare Technology Solution by the SIIA, ranked for the fifth consecutive year on the Inc. 5000 and is a top-20 ranked Fortune Best Small & Medium Workplaces™.​ For more information visit http://www.forcura.com, call 800-378-0596 or follow Forcura on LinkedIn.

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VerImmune, Inc. Announces Issuance of U.S Patent Protecting Proprietary Technology Platform

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WASHINGTON (PRWEB)

VerImmune, Inc. (“VerImmune”), a biotechnology company developing new therapeutic modalities that redirects the body’s pre-existing immunity toward cancer, announced today that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued U.S. Patent No. 11,285,203 entitled “Chimeric virus-like particles and uses thereof as antigen-specific redirectors of immune responses.” This patent protects VerImmune’s technology platform including critical compositions-of-matter and their use in treating cancer. The patent is also expected to provide protection until at least 2037, without accounting for potential Patent Term Extension (PTE).

“The award of this issued composition of matter patent in the United States with a significant lifespan is an important corporate milestone for our growing company, and marks the maturing of our robust intellectual property estate,” said Joshua Wang, Founding CEO of VerImmune.

VerImmune’s technology platform, discovered internally and wholly owned by VerImmune, provides unique products that harness the body’s pre-existing T-cell memory against pathogens and specifically redirects these responses to attack cancer. This is a potentially broadly applicable treatment paradigm, based on a single therapy, that can act against multiple human cancers due to the ubiquitous nature of pre-existing responses to childhood vaccines and/or past infections.

About VerImmune

VerImmune is an biotechnology company developing a novel first-in-class cancer therapy known as Anti-tumor Immune Redirection (AIR). This strategy utilizes a proprietary virus-inspired particle (ViP) technology platform that redirects pre-existing pathogenic or childhood vaccine immune memory towards tumors. This unique mechanism of action allows differentiation within the competitive Immuno-Oncology market. Importantly, it potentially changes the treatment paradigm for many patients who have un-treatable cancers due to limited options or experience cancer treatment resistance. For more information, visit http://www.verimmune.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Any statements in this release that are not historical facts may be considered to be “forward-looking statements.” Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties which may cause results to differ materially and adversely from the statements contained herein. Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the market opportunity for VerImmune’s product candidates; and the business strategies and development plans of VerImmune. Some of the potential risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expected include VerImmune’s ability to: make commercially available its products and technologies in a timely manner or at all; enter into other strategic alliances, including arrangements for the development and distribution of its products; obtain intellectual property protection for its assets; accurately estimate its expenses and cash burn and raise additional funds when necessary. Undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as required by law, VerImmune does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect new information, events or circumstances after the date they are made, or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

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CLEARED4 Helps Global Organizations ‘Future-Proof’ Their Operations from Ongoing COVID-19 Impact

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“The lockdown in Shanghai and rising cases in Western Europe have shown that multinational entities will have significant challenges going forward in maintaining a healthy workforce and intact supply chain,” said Dr. Soumi Eachempati, co-founder and CEO, CLEARED4.


NEW YORK (PRWEB)

CLEARED4, the nation’s largest HIPAA-compliant health verification platform, is providing technology and COVID-19 management support for companies with a global footprint, and for those hosting conferences, events and trade shows with international guests. As COVID-19 becomes endemic, CLEARED4 is bolstering support for companies choosing to future-proof operations between waves. The company’s clients include Netflix, T-Mobile, SunChemical, LiveNation, VVDN, Alterra Mountain Company, City University of New York, American Cancer Society, and many more.

As CLEARED4 continues to expand its service offerings, the platform can now interpret health passes from more than 100 countries. The platform has the ability to manage multiple countries’ vaccination and booster requirements, and provide HR management services.

“It can take two to three months to onboard a technology partner,” said Ashley John Heather, co-founder and president, CLEARED4. “As we know, COVID-19 does not have a timeline, and a company needs to make quick decisions to keep its employees safe. Our platform is an inexpensive one-stop-shop for global organizations needing to keep abreast of changing requirements, protocols, and rising case counts that may affect international operations.”

CLEARED4 is a turnkey platform—used either as a frictionless, standalone experience or as a seamless integrated product in the app of any client—that enables a user’s COVID-19 health status to be connected to any form of access control in real-time such as venue apps or specific employer tools. The flexible solution enables partners to pick any combination of COVID-19 symptom checking, test results and vaccination data to trigger access to an entire location such as a venue or a classroom or a specific zone within that location, using any form of unique identifier, including custom QR codes, government IDs, membership cards, building access cards, wearables and facial recognition.

The platform has also expanded to video proctoring, offering a long-term, cost-effective solution for clients. Video proctoring is tied to antigen testing that can be used for work, travel and events.

“As the pandemic changes, the focus on COVID-19 will change. The lockdown in Shanghai and rising cases in Western Europe have shown that multinational entities will have significant challenges going forward in maintaining a healthy workforce and intact supply chain,” said Dr. Soumi Eachempati, co-founder and CEO, CLEARED4. “Many of our global partners understand the need to remain vigilant, and we are continuing to evolve our offerings to offer the best in class service.”

For more information on CLEARED4, please visit CLEARED4.org.

About CLEARED4

CLEARED4 is the most trusted health validation platform for COVID-19 and infectious disease safety available today, helping organizations future-proof their operations. The platform enables its clients and users to return safely and confidently to businesses, schools and stadiums, globally. CLEARED4 captures, validates and matches user’s information to real-time health data including health surveys, temperature screening, integrated COVID-19 test results and vaccination status. All this information is then synchronized with third-party systems like door access, digital displays and other control systems. CLEARED4 also supports real-time communication via its HIPAA/FERPA-compliant platform to enterprise IT systems and partner apps. CLEARED4 automates complex health-related administrative tasks with consistent delivery of its fully interoperable and configurable platform that is quick to deploy, needing no additional software development.

CLEARED4 is helping the world reopen and stay open by issuing 10+ million safe access passes per month. CLEARED4 has been retained by organizations proactively protecting their workforce, students, visitors and fans. A partial list of CLEARED4 clients in the U.S. include corporations like Netflix, T-Mobile, Electronic Arts, Sun Chemical, Middlesex Savings Bank, law firms, hedge funds, retail shops including Spencer Gifts, venues such as Yankee Stadium, SoFI Stadium, AT&T Stadium, and educational institutions such as CUNY, Los Angeles City Colleges, School of Visual Arts, Georgetown Day School and Manhasset School District.

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Fairmont Spa Century Plaza Announces Exclusive Partnership with World-Renowned Cosmetic Medicine Practitioner Dr. Rita Rakus to Launch Flagship U.S. Clinic

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LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)

Fairmont Spa Century Plaza, the preeminent wellness destination at the recently opened and completely reimagined Fairmont Century Plaza, announced the debut of the new Dr. Rita Rakus clinic with the award-winning doctor who revolutionized cosmetic and wellness treatments in the UK.

With a reputation for excellence in medical esthetics and as the clinic of choice for cutting-edge techniques and cosmetic treatments in the UK and Dubai, the North American flagship clinic at Fairmont Spa Century Plaza brings Dr. Rita’s international expertise to the heart of Los Angeles. The go-to doctor of esthetics for A-List clientele, Dr. Rita treats the who’s who of the entertainment world, royalty, captains of industry and global celebrity.

“We are thrilled to be the new home of Dr. Rita’s first US-based clinic. As an innovator with proven results, Dr. Rita has forever changed cosmetic care by using non-invasive procedures to defy aging and provide the highest standard of care to her clients,” says Magdaleena Nikolov, General Manager of Spa Wellness and Retail, Fairmont Spa Century Plaza. “Dr. Rita’s innovative treatments are personal and impactful, which is a perfect fit for our Los Angeles clientele who are accustomed to the best in beauty.”

The Dr. Rita Rakus Clinic at Fairmont Spa Century Plaza is the only clinic in California to offer facials that employ the customized Universkin S-TEP Program, an advanced AI technology. The S-TEP program is unique in that the individualized products are delivered by a cutting-edge micro needling delivery system requiring absolutely no downtime.

Guests and Angelenos alike will enjoy the carefully selected array of Dr. Rita’s signature treatments, including the Award-Winning Red-Carpet Facial, which includes Dr. Rita’s exclusive HydraFacial technique, and The Ultimate Royal Ascot English Rose, which utilizes the HydraFacial with the S-TEP program by Universkin paired with the Dr. Rita Jetlift by Jetpeel. The clinic at Fairmont Spa Century Plaza will also introduce a new, exclusive Avenue Of The Stars “Super Power” Facial developed by Dr. Rita for those who are looking for maximum results in the minimal amount of time.

“As the newest and most innovative destination for wellness in Los Angeles, Fairmont Spa Century Plaza was the only place I considered when planning my first stateside clinic,” said Dr. Rita. “Los Angeles defines beauty and cosmetic excellence, and together with the dedicated team of estheticians I am excited to introduce hotel guests and wellness enthusiasts to our impressive selection of results-driven treatments.”

Dr. Rita is one of the founders of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine and serves as a member and fellow. In addition to her own clinical work, she trains, lectures, and sets standards for practicing doctors within the field of Cosmetic Medicine. In recognition of her work, the Royal Society of Medicine added her name to the Wall of Honour.

Fairmont Spa Century Plaza is a sprawling, 14,000 square-foot wellness retreat in the heart of Los Angeles. Rooted in a mission to honor ancient healing modalities by crafting world-class wellness experiences fit for a modern audience, the spa offers an extensive menu featuring an array of results-driven and rejuvenating facials, therapeutic and recovery massages, and sensorial body treatments. Guests can also enjoy experiential rain showers, aromatherapy steam rooms, a Himalayan salt room and a hamman.

For more information on Fairmont Century Plaza’s comprehensive reimagination as well as the new innovative wellness offerings at Fairmont Spa Century Plaza, visit fairmontcenturyplaza.com.

About Fairmont Century Plaza

Los Angeles’ famed Century Plaza hotel has returned to center stage following a $2.5B renovation. The property has been completely reimagined with 400 expansive guest rooms featuring private terraces, 63 luxury residences, the 14,000 square-foot Fairmont Spa Century Plaza, Lumière – a French-inspired Brasserie, and 24,000 square-feet of private event space touting one of the largest ballrooms in Los Angeles. Born on the former site of a 20th Century Studios backlot in 1966, the legendary Century Plaza has always been at the center of where business meets Hollywood – from the Beatles winning big at the 10th annual Grammy Awards to the first Presidential State Dinner ever held outside the White House, hosted by President Nixon to honor the Apollo 11 expedition. Fairmont Century Plaza is conveniently located on the corner of Avenue of the Stars and Constellation Boulevard at 2025 Avenue of the Stars in the heart of Century City, Los Angeles. Be a part of history and book now at fairmontcenturyplaza.com.

About Dr. Rita Rakus

Dr. Rita Rakus is a highly experienced practitioner in the field of Cosmetic Medicine and is widely known in international media as the “London Lip Queen.” She received her medical degree from Sydney University in Australia in 1974. Dr. Rita has developed an expertise in non-surgical facial and body rejuvenation, facial line reductions, and lip enhancements. Dr. Rita is also the global ambassador of BTL Aesthetics for EMSculpt® Technology, a noninvasive procedure to help men and women build muscle and melt fat simultaneously. Dr. Rita is fully registered with the General Medical Council, Care Quality Commission and Treatments You Can Trust. She is a founder, member, and fellow of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine

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Compression Works Rushing Unique Life-Saving Tourniquets to Ukraine

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The Compression Works multi-functional, life-saving device stops traumatic bleeding resulting from non-compressible hemorrhages.

“We are diligently working to help support this effort to get the devices in the hands of those who can save the lives of those on the front lines and caught in the cross-fire of this conflict,” said President and CEO of Compression Works, Inc. Scott Dodson.


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Compression Works, Inc. maker of the Abdominal Aortic and Junctional Tourniquet-Stabilized (AAJT-S) device, announces a relief effort to support the people of Ukraine with its life-saving hemorrhage control solution. The AAJT-S devices are intended to help warfighters and civilians who have been injured as a result of the Russia invasion.

“We were honored to have met Mr. Ivan Danchak, a Ukranian native who immigrated to the United States in 2004. After joining the U.S. military as an infantryman, he deployed to Al-Asad Iraq with the 3rd Infantry Division in 2010 – 2011. Like so many ex-patriate citizens, Mr. Danchak has family and friends still in Ukraine who are fighting for their freedom, homes and country following the invasion,” said President and CEO of Compression Works, Inc. Scott Dodson. “Mr. Danchak has been raising relief funds in the United States to purchase medical equipment for the war effort and we were humbled to have the opportunity to provide his group with devices to send to the region to help save lives,” said Dodson.

The Compression Works device is designed to stop traumatic bleeding resulting from non-compressible hemorrhages. The AAJT-S is being used by the U.S. military, U.S. special operations forces, allied special operations units and in the pre-hospital EMS segment around the world to stop non-compressible hemorrhages and save lives. “The U.S. Department of Defense estimates that more than 20% of injured soldiers can be saved if the bleeding that they endure at the point of injury can be stopped so that they can be stabilized and transported to definitive care. This also translates to civilians that are injured in conflicts and for traumatic pre-hospital injuries as well,” added Dodson.

“The AAJT-S can be used to stop bleeding in the upper and lower extremities, and is the only device FDA cleared for use on the abdomen. The device can also be used to stabilize pelvic fractures, has been studied to demonstrate equivalence to Zone 3 REBOA and is completely non-invasive, making it the most multi-functional, life-saving tourniquet available today. The device has documented lives saved for both upper and lower applications and has more than 70 peer-reviewed publications demonstrating its safety and effectiveness,” said co-inventor and Chief Medical Officer of Compression Works Dr. John Croushorn.

“As a newer citizen of the United States, my allegiance is to this country. My heart, passion and resources are being directed to Ukraine as my home country fights the tyranny of an invading army that is threatening democracy and the very lives of my family and friends still there,” said Ivan Danchak. “I am grateful for the support of Compression Works to help the freedom fighters and citizens of Ukraine who are being injured in this struggle,” continued Danchak.

“We are diligently working to help support this effort to get the devices in the hands of those who can save the lives of those on the front lines and caught in the cross-fire of this conflict,” said Dodson. “We encourage everyone to get involved to help the besieged country of Ukraine and its citizens who are fighting to preserve their country and the lives of those that they love.”

To learn more about Mr. Ivan Danchak’s relief efforts or to contribute, contact him at ksmdanchak@gmail.com or visit https://gofund.me/6f2930ba.

About Compression Works

Compression Works is the developer and manufacturer of the Abdominal Aortic and Junctional Tourniquet-Stabilized (AAJT-S) medical device. The company delivers innovative solutions to meet the most pressing and unmet needs of emergency healthcare providers and military medical caregivers. Compression Works is committed to hemorrhage control research, identifying capability gaps and developing technologies and products to help facilitate the delivery of quality life-saving care. The life-saving multi-use technology is used by the U.S. military, trauma centers, rural emergency departments, EMS and federal and local law enforcement agencies. The AAJT-S device is proudly manufactured and assembled in the USA. Compression Works is a veteran owned business dedicated to saving lives on and off the battlefield. http://www.compressionworks.com

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