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Jeff Zevely to return as Emcee for the 2023 San Diego Miles for Melanoma 5K!

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The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) is thrilled to announce that Jeff Zevely will be returning to emcee the annual Miles for Melanoma San Diego 5K event on Sunday, October 15, 2023 at De Anza Cove Park. Jeff will welcome guests to the opening ceremonies beginning at 8:30AM PT and kick off the 5K which starts at 9AM PT. The 5K walk/race will bring together the San Diego-area melanoma community with a goal of raising $100,000 in support of critical melanoma research.

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) is thrilled to announce that Jeff Zevely will be returning to emcee the annual Miles for Melanoma San Diego 5K event on Sunday, October 15, 2023 at De Anza Cove Park. Jeff will welcome guests to the opening ceremonies beginning at 8:30AM PT and kick off the 5K which starts at 9AM PT. The 5K walk/race will bring together the San Diego-area melanoma community with a goal of raising $100,000 in support of critical melanoma research.

We are excited to share that the San Diego Miles for Melanoma 5K is Presented by DermTech, showcasing their steadfast commitment to the melanoma community. Beyond their sponsorship, DermTech Sticker Squad has secured a prominent position among our leading teams for the event! Alastin Skincare has re-joined us as a Local Presenting Sponsor and will be hosting on-site and complimentary skin screenings on event day.

In addition to raising essential funds to support melanoma research, this event helps elevate public awareness around early detection and prevention of cutaneous melanoma and educate about rare melanoma subtypes. The Miles for Melanoma program also highlights the importance of sun safety and scheduling annual dermatological skin checks.

The MRF team is thrilled to welcome a wide range of local presenting and national sponsors to the San Diego event this October. Local sponsors include Castle Biosciences, DermTech, Alastin Skincare, Ascentage Pharma and Novartis. National sponsors include National Prevention Sponsor Neutrogena and National Apparel Partner Cabana Life.

All in-person and registered participants will receive a 2023 UPF 50+ race shirt provided by our NEW National Apparel Partner, Cabana Life. Register to attend the San Diego Miles for Melanoma 5K event here by Thursday, October 12th, 2023, at 11:59PM PT.

About the Melanoma Research Foundation

The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) is the largest independent organization devoted to melanoma. Committed to the support of medical research to develop effective treatments and eventually a cure for melanoma, the MRF also educates patients and physicians about the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cutaneous melanoma and the melanoma rare subtypes. The MRF is a dedicated advocate for the melanoma community, helping to raise awareness of this disease and the need for a cure.

The MRF’s website is the premier source for melanoma information seekers. More information is available at www.melanoma.org. Find the MRF on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok.

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Nicole Nishanian, Miles for Melanoma Development Officer, Melanoma Research Foundation, 1 2028453854, [email protected]

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Los Angeles Weight Loss Surgery Expert, Dr. David Davtyan, Seeing Notable Increase in Patients Amidst News of Recent Medication Lawsuit

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Dr. David Davtyan, a renowned expert, has experienced a surge in new patients seeking his expertise as the recent lawsuit against Ozempic/Mounjaro has further fueled the public’s growing apprehension towards pharmaceutical solutions for weight loss.

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — As obesity rates continue to rise globally, individuals struggling with excess weight are faced with the challenging decision of choosing the best course of action for sustainable weight loss. Many new patients have been consulting with Dr. David Davytan as reports have surfaced that could link certain types of prescription medications, such as Ozempic, to an increased risk of developing gastroparesis and other issues. This has led them to seek safer and more effective alternatives that can help combat obesity-related health issues. As a leading authority, Dr. Davytan firmly believes that weight loss surgery surpasses medication as the superior option for achieving long-term success in managing obesity and wants to draw attention to the critical advantages and proven efficacy of weight loss surgery over medication-based approaches. According to Dr. Davytan, “Weight loss surgery offers a comprehensive approach that targets the underlying factors contributing to obesity, including genetics, metabolism and behavioral patterns. Medications, on the other hand, only address symptoms without addressing the root causes. The surgical procedures I perform, such as sleeve gastrectomy and the lap-band, provide measurable and sustainable results, leading to significant weight loss and improved overall health.” Dr. Davytan emphasizes that weight loss surgery not only aids in shedding excess pounds but also has a profound impact on mitigating obesity-related conditions such as type 2 diabetes and hypertension. While pharmaceutical interventions may have a necessary place in weight management, they frequently present hurdles such as potential side effects, long-term usage requirements and limited effectiveness in some cases. With a patient-centered philosophy, Dr. Davytan prioritizes personalized care at his practice, ensuring a tailored treatment plan that suits unique needs and goals.

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Zakay Law Group APLC and JCL Law Firm APC File Labor Class Action Against Matrix Providers Alleging Failure to Pay for All Time Worked

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Under California law, every employer shall pay to each employee, on the established payday for the period involved, not less than the applicable minimum wage for all hours worked in the payroll period, whether the remuneration is measured by time, piece, commission, or otherwise. Hours worked is defined in the applicable Wage Order as “the time during which an employee is subject to the control of an employer and includes all the time the employee is suffered or permitted to work, whether or not required to do so.” Matrix Providers allegedly required its employees to perform work before and after their scheduled shifts, as well as during their off-duty meal breaks. The lawsuit alleges Matrix Providers failed to compensate its employees for any of the time spent under the employer’s control while working off-the-clock. As such, Matrix Providers allegedly failed to pay its employees the applicable minimum wage for all hours worked in a payroll period.

If you would like to know more about the Matrix Providers lawsuit, please contact Attorney Jackland Hom today by calling (619) 255-9047.

Zakay Law Group, APLC and JCL Law Firm, APC are labor and employment law firms with offices located in California that dedicate their practices to fighting for employees who have been wronged by their employers due to unfair employment practices. Contact one of their attorneys today if you need help with workplace issues regarding wage and hour, wrongful termination, retaliation, discrimination, and harassment.

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Jackland Hom, Zakay Law Group, APLC, (619) 255-9047, [email protected], https://zakaylaw.com/

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InfoMC Welcomes Steven Vertrees as New Chief Product and Technology Officer

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“InfoMC is excited to welcome Steven to our leadership team to advance innovation and shape our product roadmap,” said JJ Farook, founder and CEO of InfoMC. “His proven leadership in building scalable solutions that leverage cutting-edge technologies will catalyze product development and empower our customers to better serve their members.”

Vertrees brings over 20 years of inspiring change in the healthcare technology industry. Prior to joining InfoMC, he held several key leadership positions at healthcare solutions companies and led multiple start-up ventures, directing technology teams in successful value-based care initiatives through advanced analytics. In his new role, he will lead strategic research and development efforts to enrich InfoMC’s healthcare management solutions, aligning technology with market needs and further strengthening the company’s position in the industry.

“I am excited to join InfoMC and contribute to the company’s mission of transforming healthcare through innovative technology,” said Vertrees. “InfoMC’s commitment to optimizing person-centered care delivery and streamlining healthcare processes is a critical undertaking and has tremendous potential to make lives better. I look forward to collaborating with the talented technologists here to create impactful solutions for our clients.”

About InfoMC

InfoMC has more than 25 years of experience driving innovation in the use of behavioral and social determinants and community resources to improve how organizations manage care. Our next-generation care management platform empowers plans and providers to efficiently orchestrate whole-person care—particularly for vulnerable populations—to improve health equity, accelerate time-to-value, and ensure compliance. Available as a fully integrated platform or targeted for care, utilization, behavioral health, or employee assistance/work-life program management, our solution automates and personalizes patient journeys to improve outcomes and the overall member experience and to manage the total cost of care. For more information, please visit www.infomc.com.

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Angela Madara, InfoMC, Inc., 1 4845300100, [email protected], www.infomc.com

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The Commission announces annual CMLearning Network series; first session to focus on the national epidemic of loneliness and isolation

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National thought leader Julianne Holt-Lunstad, Ph.D., presents webinar series opener

MOUNT LAUREL, N.J., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Widespread yet often invisible, loneliness and isolation are markers for premature death and a known risk factor for cardiovascular disease, dementia, stroke, depression, and anxiety. The healing effects of social connection and community in the context of well-being are the centerpiece of the first webinar in this year’s Commission for Case Manager Certification® CMLearning Network webinar series, featuring Julianne Holt-Lunstad, Ph.D., professor of psychology and neuroscience and director of the Social Connection & Health Lab at Brigham Young University.

Holt-Lunstad served as the lead scientific editor of the recent U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory and framework for a national strategy on loneliness and isolation, which calls out these risk factors as a profound threat to national health and well-being. Hailed as an epidemic by U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, isolation and loneliness have a ripple effect in society, affecting people and organizations with consequences such as reduced performance and productivity.

“Mental health and well-being are critical factors in whole-person care. Case managers routinely screen and assess clients for a range of risk factors—physical, emotional, social, and socio-economic—to identify risks and inform the client plan,” said Commission CEO MaryBeth Kurland, MPA, CAE, ICE-CCP. “The Surgeon General’s Advisory underscores the need for a comprehensive, whole person approach, which we’re prioritizing in our professional development series.”

The Commission will host five webinars over the next 12 months in the CMLearning Network series, which highlights case management and disability management trends and successful approaches to address today’s challenges in a professional development context. Upcoming topics to be included in this series are: ethical decision-making, end-of-life care, leave and absence management, and behavioral health. With content for both professional and board-certified case managers and disability management specialists, there is no cost to register and attend the series. Board-certified case managers and disability management specialists may register to earn continuing education credit and/or contact hours for a small fee. The Commission is also an accredited provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC) and approved provider for continuing education for New York State licensed social workers by the New York State Education Department for Social Work (NYSED).The webinars may be accessed through the CMLearning Network.

The series is an opportunity for the Commission to provide tools for case manager well-being and resilience as well. As a network organization of the National Academy of Medicine’s (NAM) Action Collaborative on Clinician Well-Being and Resilience, the Commission is committed to advancing solutions to rising rates of stress and emotional exhaustion within the health care workforce.

“Professional education is an opportunity for individuals to enhance knowledge about contemporary topics—and to recharge and refresh,” Kurland said.

As an advocate for professional growth and development, the Commission is also among 500 organizations that comprise the Tomorrow’s Workforce Coalition, formed to support legislation that would expand 529 savings plans to include postsecondary training and credentialing, including licenses and certification. The act provides tax-advantages for individuals—with or without a college degree—to pursue professional education for career growth.

“By opening access to 529 savings for certification and licensure, this legislation would open career pathways for millions,” Kurland said. “The Commission’s support aligns with our values to advance and advocate for consumer protection, quality case management practice, ethical standards and behavior, and scientific knowledge development and dissemination.”

About the Commission for Case Manager Certification

The Commission for Case Manager Certification is the first and largest nationally accredited case management certification organization, credentialing more than 50,000 professional case managers and disability management specialists. The Commission is a nonprofit, volunteer organization that oversees the process of case manager certification with its CCM® and CDMS® credentials. Offering an extensive portfolio of certification and professional advancement activities, the Commission is the most active and prestigious certification organization supporting the practices of case management and disability management. For more information, visit www.ccmcertification.org and www.cdms.org, connect with the Commission on Facebook or follow us on Twitter @CCM_Cert.

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Keri Boyce, Health2 Resources, 1 703-394-5397, Keri@health2resources.com

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Praesum Healthcare Announces Acquisition of Beacon Point Recovery Network

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Praesum delivers a full continuum of care to serve patients in six states (MA, NY, NJ, PA, GA & FL) from a network of medical detox facilities and multiple levels of residential care, all supported by a network of outpatient clinics. Beacon Point’s Pennsylvania operations bring Praesum’s broad behavioral healthcare network to its sixth state of operation.

Drew McCartney, CEO for Praesum Healthcare, observed, “Demand for evidence-based, high-quality mental health and substance-use treatment is driving the immediate need for additional services nationwide. With access to broad market presence, we are well-poised to take on Beacon Point’s incremental revenue and 90 employees with a net addition of a single employee at headquarters as demands in Human Resources, billing and even ‘accounts payable’ are readily assimilated by our existing team and systems.”

Whereas many behavioral providers task their clinicians with non-clinical responsibilities, the Praesum leadership believes that it is the duty of the patient-facing operations to focus on the patient. Its behavioral health network functions in the manner of a Managed Services Organization (MSO) model. Whereas many behavioral providers task their clinicians with non-clinical responsibilities, its leadership believes that it is the duty of the patient-facing operations to focus on the patient.

That model delivers all ancillary services- sales & marketing, call center, benefits verification, recruiting, in-house contracting, and financial functions- to support its behavioral health network from its state-of-the-art headquarters in Lake Worth Beach, FL

Lynda Micheletti, Chief Operating Officer for Praesum Healthcare, commented, “This is a logical and attractive market segment in which Praesum can deliver its proven track record of providing high quality treatment experience and services. Our ability to serve Medicaid patients under relationships that Jerry Haffey has forged with the City and State of Pennsylvania is a win-win for all parties.”

About Beacon Point Recovery Center

Beacon Point Recovery Center is an addiction treatment center located at 2301 East Allegheny Avenue in the 19134-zip code of Philadelphia, PA. Beacon Point came into existence in 2018 and has for five years delivered evidence-based individualized medical detox and residential care for clients struggling with the effects of substance use and mental health disorders in the heart of the Port Richmond area of Philadelphia.

About Praesum Healthcare

Beacon Point Recovery Center is the newest offering from the behavioral healthcare family of Praesum Healthcare, which began in 2004 with a single detox establishment and has expanded to thirty facilities with Pennsylvania now becoming its sixth state to feature a credentialed inpatient drug and alcohol treatment facility.

Its team has an established business model, expert management, and twenty years of proven success in the behavioral health industry. Accredited by the Joint Commission and licensed and certified in the six states in which it operates, Praesum Healthcare is a strong voice for the recovery community in its leadership across the treatment landscape and has provided services to well over 200,000 patients in various stages of the care continuum for mental health and substance use disorders.

Sunrise Detox Centers: Sunrise Detox is a leading provider of detoxification services, offering medically supervised programs to help individuals overcome substance use disorders and begin their journey towards recovery. The ten locations throughout New Jersey, Georgia, Florida, New York, and Massachusetts, and now Pennsylvania offer safe, comfortable medical detox from alcohol, opiates, and most prescription drugs. Evolve Recovery Centers: The four locations across Florida, Georgia, New Jersey, and Massachusetts are accredited residential facilities that treat the core mental and behavioral causes of substance use disorders. The Counseling Centers: The fourteen locations throughout New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, and Georgia offer outpatient treatment for addiction, alcoholism, and co-occurring mental health disorders associated with substance use.

The services of Beacon Point in Philadelphia are just the beginning of a continuum of care developed to help you take control of your mental health or substance use disorder. If the time has come to begin treatment, Beacon Point is ready to help. Dial 267-313-0606 24/7. You’ll find specialized treatment for each point of recovery from substance use and mental health disorders in the Praesum Healthcare network of behavioral health sites.

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Stephen Cooke, Praesum Healthcare, 1 6467173894, [email protected], www.praesumhealthcare.com

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2023 National Certification Champion Award Winners Announced by BCEN

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“The 2023 BCEN National Certification Champions are national models for supporting emergency, trauma and transport nursing excellence by championing their nurses’ success,” said BCEN CEO Janie Schumaker, MBA, BSN, RN, CEN, CENP, CPHQ, FABC. “Their patients, nurses, healthcare teams and communities benefit greatly from their leadership.”

The 2023 BCEN National Certification Champion Award winners are:

  • Small Healthcare Organization: WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital in Ephrata, Pennsylvania

  • Large Healthcare Organization: Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, Virginia

  • Healthcare System: RWJBarnabas Health Emergency Departments throughout New Jersey

Winners will receive a glass award and a nursing certification support and celebration package. Learn more about the 2023 winners in BCEN’s Meet the Winner series.

“Being named a BCEN National Certification Champion demonstrates WellSpan’s mission to provide optimal patient outcomes by investing in nurses who are at the top of their profession and dedicated to lifelong learning,” said Orie Chambers, Chief Nursing Officer at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital. “We have recently been able to double our number of certified emergency nurses. We know that research links specialty certification with improved patient outcomes, allowing WellSpan to deliver the safest, most efficient, and highest quality care possible.”

“This prestigious recognition speaks to the passion and dedication of our incredible nursing teams at Carilion Clinic,” said Tami Frost, MSN, RN, Chief Nursing Officer for Carilion. “Our nurses make the difference for patients during some of their worst moments, going above and beyond to deliver quality care. It’s a privilege to be a part of a team that is committed to nursing excellence, practicing at the top of their license through specialty certification.”

“RWJBarnabas Health is honored to be named the BCEN National Certification Champion. This award represents the culmination of years of focused attention by nursing leadership to promote and facilitate ED nurse certification coupled with a highly motivated and passionate nursing staff who are dedicated to their patients as well as their professional development,” said Nancy E. Holecek, Executive Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer. “We are so proud of our certified nurses and their commitment to lifelong learning.”

Over 50,000 RNs and advanced practice registered nurses worldwide hold one or more BCEN nursing specialty credential. Over 40,000 hold the Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), over 5,400 hold the Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN), over 7,500 hold the Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN), over 5,900 hold the Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN), and over 500 hold the Certified Transport Registered Nurse (CTRN). BCEN will launch the Certified Burn Registered Nurse (CBRN) in October 2023.

Nominations for the national 2024 BCEN Distinguished Awards, which recognize individual nurses for their commitment to specialty excellence, will open February 1, 2024.

About BCEN
Founded in 1980, the independent, not-for-profit Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN®) offers robust certification programs fostering empowered nurses across the emergency spectrum who contribute noticeably to patient care, safety and outcomes. Over 59,000 BCEN credentials are held by registered nurses (RNs) who specialize in emergency, flight, critical care ground transport, pediatric emergency and trauma nursing. BCEN offers the Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN®), Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN®), Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse (CPEN®), Certified Transport Registered Nurse (CTRN®) and Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN®) certification programs. Learn more at bcen.org.

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Hilde Marnul, Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing, 630-352-0811, [email protected], https://bcen.org

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0 Emerges as Safer and More Effective Alternative

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Recent Scientific Study Sparks Concerns of Omega-3 Efficacy, as Pure C15:0 Emerges as Better, Broader, and Safer

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — A recent scientific study (Journal of Dietary Supplements) revealing concerns about levels of rancidity in conventional omega-3 fish oil supplements has sent shockwaves through the wellness industry. In response, Seraphina Therapeutics and its innovative product, fatty15, have stepped into the spotlight as a pure, quality, and vegan solution that not only avoids the pitfalls associated with fish oil but also outperforms omega-3 supplements threefold.

The study, published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements, examined a range of commercially available omega-3 supplements and found that a significant number of them had elevated levels of rancidity, which can compromise both the safety and effectiveness of these products. These findings are consistent with prior peer reviewed studies about omega-3 supplements, which are raising serious questions about the quality of omega-3 supplements commonly found on store shelves.

Compromised quality of omega-3 supplements may also explain why the National Institutes of Health concludes, “Research indicates that omega-3 supplements don’t reduce the risk of heart disease…and for most other conditions for which omega-3 supplements have been studied, the evidence is inconclusive or doesn’t indicate that omega-3s are beneficial.”

While the science behind omega-3s has been falling, voluminous science behind C15:0 (pentadecanoic acid) has been building. Thanks to a surprising discovery of C15:0’s health benefits, made while helping to protect the health of older Navy dolphins, it now appears that omega-3s may have been a red herring for which fatty acids are actually the most beneficial in fish.

As a veterinary epidemiologist working for the Navy Marine Mammal Program, Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson led a study to determine which fatty acids in fish were predictive of the healthiest aging dolphins. Instead of omega-3s, higher levels of odd-chain saturated fatty acids (including C15:0) predicted the healthiest dolphins. Dr. Venn-Watson and her Navy physician husband, Dr. Eric Venn-Watson, co-founded Seraphina Therapeutics to advance C15:0 studies and bring C15:0 to the world as a healthier, safer, and more effective alternative than omega-3 supplements.

Fatty15, developed by Seraphina Therapeutics in cooperation with the U.S. Navy, represents a breakthrough in the way we treat our overall health and wellness at the cellular level. Fatty15 is a pure, patented, and vegan-friendly powder that harnesses the power of C15:0, the first essential fatty acid to be discovered in over 90 years. Recent research has demonstrated that the pure C15:0 in fatty15 is 3x more effective than even pure omega-3 (eicosapentaenoic acid) in repairing and protecting cells.

Fatty15 sets the gold standard for purity as the world’s only > 99% pure plant-based, award-winning, and science-backed C15:0 supplement. Unlike omega-3 oil supplements, fatty15 is a stable powder that does not oxidize and is not susceptible to rancidity. Developed by Seraphina’s team of doctors and scientists, in collaboration with its team of esteemed scientific advisors, fatty15 adheres to the strictest standards, including FDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), and Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status. This unwavering commitment ensures a product that meets the highest quality, efficacy and safety benchmarks.

Fatty15 is the result of years of rigorous research. A recent peer-reviewed study compared fatty15 head-to-head against the purest, highest performing omega-3 (EPA). Fatty15 had 36+ clinically relevant cellular benefits across 83% of cell types tested, which was 3x better than omega-3. While omega-3 was toxic to cells at the highest doses, fatty15 was safe at all levels.

“The recent study shedding light on the rancidity problem in fish oil supplements underscores the critical necessity for a safer and more reliable alternative. Fatty15 not only addresses this need but also eclipses traditional EPA omega-3 supplements, proving to be 3x more effective in protecting our cells,” stated Dr. Eric Venn-Watson, Co-Founder of Seraphina Therapeutics.

In a rapidly evolving health and wellness landscape, Seraphina Therapeutics and fatty15 remain at the forefront of innovation, committed to offering science-backed solutions that consumers can trust.

About Seraphina Therapeutics. Inc.:
Seraphina Therapeutics, Inc. is a health and wellness company dedicated to advancing global health through the discovery of essential fatty acids and micronutrient therapeutics. Through rigorous breakthrough science, the company develops fatty acid supplements, food fortifiers, and nutritional interventions to strengthen cells, keep mitochondria working and advance cellular homeostasis to counter age-related breakdown. With its team of industry-leading scientists, Seraphina Therapeutics challenges long-held approaches to nutrition, enabling the creation of novel health products designed to support quality of life. For more information, please visit DiscoverC15.com and fatty15.com.

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GR0 Agency, GR0, (310) 439-1887, [email protected], gr0.com

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MNA: Dana-Farber Merrimack Valley Nurses to Leaflet Outside Boston Hospital September 29 about DFCI Spending Money on Lock Out After Strike Instead of Investing in Nurses and Cancer Patients

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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute – Merrimack Valley nurses held a one-day strike seeking a fair contract and DFCI locked nurses out, spent money on replacement workers BOSTON, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — During a lockout inflicted on Merrimack Valley nurses and patients by Dana-Farber…