ROCKVILLE, Md. (PRWEB)
June 10, 2020

To help connect families with information about their child’s communication development, expected milestones, and everyday ways to build key skills in their critical early years, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s (ASHA) Identify the Signs campaign and Bright by Text are joining forces on an innovative and effective educational channel.

ASHA’s Identify the Signs campaign educates about typical communication development as well as the early warning signs of speech, language, and hearing disorders. The campaign operates with the premise that early detection of, and treatment for, communication disorders contributes to speedier recoveries, shortened treatment periods, and reduced costs for families and society. Through its campaign, ASHA encourages the public to learn the warning signs; promptly get professional help, if necessary; and spread the word about the importance of early intervention with family, friends, and social networks.

A free text messaging service, Bright by Text delivers relevant and high-quality information to families to help them foster a child’s healthy growth, based on their exact age and developmental stage. It has approximately 100,000 subscribers and is growing rapidly. ASHA’s Identify the Signs campaign will serve as a content partner for Bright by Text, joining other entities such as PBS, Sesame Street, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The first series of ASHA resources will be included in the Bright by Text service within the next 3 weeks. Topics include warning signs of speech and language delays/disorders, information on bilingual language development, and how to find a provider to help with communication disorders.

Parents/caregivers as well as prospective parents can sign up by texting BRIGHT to 274448, or by using the form on the Bright by Text website. Text messages are customized by the child’s age and zip code.

For more information, visit https://brightbytext.org and http://IdentifytheSigns.org.

About the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

ASHA is the national professional, scientific, and credentialing association for 211,000 members and affiliates who are audiologists; speech-language pathologists; speech, language, and hearing scientists; audiology and speech-language pathology support personnel; and students. Audiologists specialize in preventing and assessing hearing and balance disorders as well as providing audiologic treatment, including hearing aids. Speech-language pathologists identify, assess, and treat speech and language problems, including swallowing disorders. http://www.asha.org

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KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. (PRWEB)
June 10, 2020

CMI/Compas, a leading media strategy, planning, innovation and buying agency for the nation’s top healthcare companies and part of WPP (NYSE:WPP), has continued its longtime investment in consumer, patient and caregiver audience expertise with several recent hires and internal promotions. They include the addition of Michael Peluso, SVP, Media; Danielle Conway as VP, Media; Laura Kush VP, Media, and the promotion of Melissa Wagner VP, Media.

“We strive to be an indispensable partner to our clients. The launch of Empower, our new integrated planning platform, adds immense value to our consumer service offerings,” said Susan Dorfman, President, CMI Media. “Combined with our new hires and internal promotions, this investment in consumer media strategy and innovation is why we continue to deliver game-changing media performance and precision solutions to our clients.”

As SVP, Media, Michael Peluso brings over 20 years of experience in the industry, adding value to the already high-performing consumer practice by bringing in a new level of strategic thinking and leadership. With a focus on developing media programs that achieve brand goals and drive ROI, he will prove to be an asset to the team. Peluso has not only direct-to-consumer pharma experience, working with a top 5 pharmaceutical brand, but has worked across several other industries including CPG, electronics, entertainment, travel, and business technology. Additionally, Peluso has held many roles on the client-side in both marketing and sales. He was most recently Product Innovation Leader, SQAD, and has also held positions at Starcom, Nestle Waters and Universal McCann. He is based in the New York office.

Danielle Conway comes to CMI/Compas with 15 years of media agency experience. Most recently, she led client planning teams at WPP agency Mindshare, where she was responsible for Unilever’s haircare and skincare brands. She has also worked on top pharmaceutical portfolios where she managed integrated teams across multiple therapeutic areas including Respiratory, Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Hematology and Oncology. Her experience managing an integrated strategy and digital team to create multi-channel campaigns that deliver innovation and outcomes will be leveraged to best serve CMI/Compas’ clients. She is based in the Parsippany, NJ office.

Laura Kush brings 14 years of media agency experience. She was previously with WPP’s Wavemaker, where she was in a client lead role, developing the communications strategy and executing omni-channel campaigns for both the patient and professional sides of the account. Prior to that she worked across a broad range of markets including pharmaceutical, healthcare, electronics and spirits. As a result, she is well versed in all channels – digital, search, social, POC, print, TV – and in integrating all aspects of a campaign to work cohesively to drive the business forward. She is based in the Costa Mesa, CA office.

Melissa Wagner has just over 7 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, and has been at CMI/Compas since 2015. She has vast experiences within all digital and offline channels across both patient and healthcare professional marketing, spanning multiple therapeutic categories. Wagner’s expertise has allowed her to bring many firsts to clients, and her customer service has garnered stellar reviews from any client she has partnered with. Prior to working at CMI/Compas, she held positions at Digitas Health. She is based in the Costa Mesa, CA office.

Irene Coyne and Richard Schneider recently joined as EVP, Group Client Directors. In this role they serve on the executive leadership team and are responsible for client satisfaction and client business leadership overall for a number of the organization’s key accounts.

The hires and promotions are part of our Growth and Innovation strategy that ensures the happiness and growth of clients as well as the individual employees of CMI/Compas. Our investment in our consumer capabilities is just a fraction of what drives our remarkable YOY growth. More can be seen here.

CMI/Compas has brought many firsts to healthcare marketing and is the leading healthcare-focused media buying and planning resource to the world’s game changers in pharma and life sciences. The company was recently recognized by Adweek Magazine as one of the world’s fastest growing companies. Those looking to join the CMI/Compas team can visit the company’s career page for more information and a link to apply: http://www.cmimedia.com/career.

About CMI/Compas

Well-known as a media planning and buying organization for healthcare clients, sister agencies CMI Media, a WPP company (NYSE: WPP, http://www.wpp.com), and Compas, Inc. together form the indispensable strategic marketing partner to the world’s game-changers in health, offering guidance at every level of marketing. CMI/Compas focuses on core service offerings of Audience Strategy and Non-Personal Promotion Strategy, Planning, Buying, and Customer Insights and performance management/precision analytics. With continuous investment in the things that really matter, CMI and Compas have achieved unsurpassed tenure of healthcare marketing talent, clients and suppliers. CMI/Compas has eight offices across the US. The family of companies is actively recruiting for healthcare marketing jobs via http://www.cmimedia.com/career.

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CHICAGO (PRWEB)
June 10, 2020

Grit and Grace Yoga is pleased to announce the launch of its website and virtual fitness platform, by Alex Kotis Rimmele, a seasoned yogi, marathoner, dancer and fitness instructor.

Grit and Grace Yoga offers unique sequencing choregraphed exclusively by Alex Kotis Rimmele. The platform offers classes from Yoga Sculpt to Power Fusion Yoga, as well as interval training which includes both High Intensity Interval Training (HITT) and Tabata. Each class is specifically designed to incorporate the entire mind and body while focusing on defining individual muscle groups. Mrs. Rimmele’s unconventional background of dance, yoga and all-around fitness creates a unique workout experience. She brings her passion and high energy to each class while motivating and working out alongside of you.

Alex Kotis Rimmele stated, “My classes are designed for the self-loving, personal, physical and mental growth devoted person on a mission to be the best damn version of themselves while having a little fun along the way.” Rimmele continued, “Now more than ever we need a different way to workout. Grit and Grace Yoga offers an at home, motivating workout experience that keeps you coming back for more.”

The Grit and Grace Yoga platform creates a different type of virtual connection. While incorporating yoga, dance, sculpt, and high intensity workouts, Mrs. Rimmele establishes a trust and rapport with her clients by being a product of her own work. While doing the entire sequence with her clients, she guides them through each exercise with specific alignment tips and breathing cues.

Christine McCarty, CMO and Grit and Grace Yoga client stated, “As she invigorates the screen, her blend of yoga and HIIT is one of the most impactful exercises one can do in the least amount of time. In just a few minutes each day, her workouts spark strength, cardio health, calorie and fat burn in addition to calming the mind.”

For $119 a year, $69 for six months or $39 for three months, users will have access to her unique choreography which comes with an explanation of the workout, benefits and muscles being utilized. Subscribers will also receive weekly emails reviewing purpose, motivation and nutrition tips on how to fuel your practice, all while working out in your home or location of choice.

For more information about Grit and Grace Yoga, please visit us at http://www.gritandgraceyoga.com.

About Grit and Grace Yoga:

Grit and Grace Yoga is a digital fitness platform offering classes from Yoga Sculpt to Power Fusion Yoga, as well as interval training which include both High Intensity Interval Training (HITT) and Tabata. Each class is specifically designed to incorporate the entire body while focusing on defining individual muscle groups. Alex Kotis Rimmele’s unconventional background of dance, yoga and all-around fitness, creates a unique workout experience. She brings her passion and high energy to each class while motivating and working out alongside of you.

About Alex Kotis Rimmele:

Alex Kotis Rimmele, MPH, BS, E-RYT 200, is a registered Yoga Teacher with The Yoga Alliance. She earned a Master of Public Health degree at Roosevelt University and a Bachelor of Science degree at Loyola University. Along with pioneering the Grit and Grace Yoga, Alex teaches at CorePower Yoga, Yoga By Degrees, The Recreation Center of Western Springs and Elite Fitness and Gym.

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TUCSON, Ariz. (PRWEB)
June 10, 2020

ApexNetwork Physical Therapy, an award-winning outpatient rehabilitation provider with over 80 clinics nationwide, announced that it will open its first location in Tucson, AZ. The investment represents an important strategic opportunity for ApexNetwork Physical Therapy to offer a variety of therapy and rehabilitation to the Southwest Tucson area right at the corner of Ajo/Kinney intersection. The new clinic adds to ApexNetwork’s capacity and overall geographic presence and is set to open June 29th, 2020.

ApexNetwork Physical Therapy strives to provide an experience of health & wellness, encouragement and quality service in an upscale environment. The SW Tucson, AZ, clinic will offer a full spectrum of services including physical therapy, sports rehabilitation, industrial rehabilitation, manual therapy, balance rehabilitation.

If you are a patient, employer, physician, case manager, or insurance company, ApexNetwork invites you to stop by for a visit. For more information or to schedule an appointment please reference the following or visit http://www.apexnetworkpt.com.

Our philosophy is quite simple – to be the best in rehabilitation. ApexNetwork Physical Therapy accepts all major insurance plans and provides a full spectrum of services including:

We treat a wide range of clinical diagnoses affecting the back, neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, ankle, and foot. From injuries, sprains, and post-surgical rehabilitation we focus on pain reduction, helping you reclaim your mobility and strength.

Our customized sports rehabilitation programs focus on functional activities and sport specific training. We also help with injury prevention, management, and education, stretching programs, and sport & team-specific conditioning and training.

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  Industrial Rehabilitation

The Apex Comprehensive Occupational Management and Prevention (ACOMP®) is a full-spectrum industrial strength program that addresses every aspect from prevention to injury resolution. Our facilities have warehouse environments, allowing for unlimited job simulations and work-specific tasks. We also offer Work Hardening, Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs), Ergonomics, Injury Causational Analysis, and Job-Site Analysis.

Manual Therapy is exactly what it sounds like: the application of a specific skilled treatment, manually performed by the therapist. This type of therapy helps increase range of motion, induces relaxation, helps control pain, and reduces swelling or mobility restrictions.

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  Vestibular Rehabilitation

Individuals having problems related to dizziness and balance will likely benefit from Balance Therapy. Treatments may involve manual therapy and exercise-based therapy to help improve the vestibular balance system, while other exercises may be needed to improve balance control and reduce the risk of falling.

During the screen, a licensed therapist will meet with you to discuss your condition and provide a brief assessment of your physical and functional abilities. The information collected will help provide insight into the best medical options for you.

ABOUT APEXNETWORK PHYSICAL THERAPY

Our mission at ApexNetwork Physical Therapy® is to provide the most sophisticated, individualized treatment and rehabilitation in a comfortable and warm environment. In short, we want to get you back to everyday living as safely and as quickly as possible. How do we do this? It is really quite simple. We are staffed with experienced therapists who have advanced capabilities in orthopedic manual therapy, strength and conditioning, and rehabilitation. This enables us to treat a wide range of clinical diagnoses affecting the back, neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, ankle, and foot.

We currently have over 80 locations throughout Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Missouri, New Mexico, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin – and employ over 300 people. ApexNetwork has earned dozens of awards in its 20-year existence. Most recently we were named among the top 500 franchises in 2019 and Top budget friendly franchises by Entrepreneur Magazine, in addition to America’s Most Honored Business – Top 10% in 2016. We are a BBB Accredited Business and leader in physical therapy. Our services include physical therapy, sports rehab, occupational/hand therapy, industrial rehab, vestibular rehab, manual therapy, and free injury screenings.

For more information, visit http://www.apexnetworkpt.com, or to find a location near you, call 877-224-4354.

ApexNetwork Physical Therapy

4889 W Ajo Hwy

Suite 135

(877) 224-4354

Website: http://www.apexnetworkpt.com

tucsonaz@apexnetworkpt.com

SAN JOSE, Calif. (PRWEB)
June 10, 2020

Women’s Health Interactive released the results of an independent and anonymous online survey of 1,043 respondents conducted to explore the ways that social distancing and shelter-in-place orders during COVID-19 affected feelings of loneliness.

The ‘Women’s Health Interactive COVID-19 Loneliness Survey’ results provide insight into loneliness before the pandemic and how the depth and scope of loneliness changed during the pandemic.

** Survey Highlights **

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  Loneliness nearly tripled (+181%): 20.7% of all respondents reported struggling with feelings of loneliness before social distancing and shelter-in-place orders; 58.1% reported feeling somewhat or much lonelier during
• Women’s loneliness higher, increased more than men: 18.4% of women reported struggling with feelings of loneliness prior; 60.6% (+228%) reported feeling somewhat or much lonelier during. 22.4% of men reported struggling with feelings of loneliness prior; 55% (+146%) reported feeling somewhat or much lonelier during
• Millennials loneliest overall, Boomers least; But, Boomers/Gen X saw biggest increase in loneliness: 15.7% of Baby Boomers, 16.6% of Generation X, and 24.3% of Millennials reported struggling with feelings of loneliness prior; 50.8% (+224%) of Baby Boomers, 53.6% (+222%) of Generation X, and 61.8% (+154%) of Millennials reported feeling somewhat or much lonelier during
• Loneliness increased the most for those who live with children; those who live alone remained the loneliest overall: 16.7% of people who live with children reported struggling with feelings of loneliness prior; 55% (+229%) reported feeling somewhat or much lonelier during. 28.9% of people who live alone (19.3% who live with others, no children) reported struggling with feelings of loneliness prior; 67.7% (+134%) of people who live alone (54.7% (+183%) who live with others, no children) reported feeling somewhat or much lonelier during
• Remote contact easing Baby Boomers’ loneliness more than other generations: 47% of Baby Boomers reported that remote contact (Zoom, FaceTime, etc.) helped alleviate loneliness during, compared to 37.8% of Generation X and 42.5% of Millennial respondents. 10.8% of Baby Boomers, 14.9% of Generation X and 21.1% of Millennials reported that remote contact made feelings of loneliness WORSE
• Top activities people report missing out on the most (respondents chose up to 3): Being with friends and family (59.5%); Dining out (47.2%); Traveling or going on vacation (26.6%); Going to work (26.4%); Going to entertainment venues (24.4%); Working out at a gym or fitness class (23.9%); Attending church (15.3%); Social hobby (12.6%)

For full survey results, anonymous quotes from respondents, methodology, and downloadable infographic, visit:

https://www.womens-health.com/covid-19-loneliness-survey

** Additional Comments **

“As part of our ongoing coverage on loneliness and its status as an epidemic, we wanted to explore to what extent people were struggling with loneliness during quarantine and social distancing measures, and how much being cooped up in the house was exacerbating those feelings,” Chris Fernandez, CEO of Women’s Health Interactive, explained.

“Most of us would intuitively think that loneliness would be worse during COVID-19, but as we dug deeper into the numbers, the depth to which loneliness increased across the board surprised us,” Fernandez added.

“We were especially caught off guard by the candor, raw emotion, and the volume of comments shared with us by respondents in explaining their individual situations, which we have shared anonymously because we felt they were important to painting the nuanced picture of this very unique time in our history,” Fernandez said.

“In addition, there were surprising results within the data,” he observed. “For example: Millennials who live with children were almost as lonely during the pandemic as those who lived alone, and significantly more lonely than any other generation that also lived with children. Or along gender lines, that women were less lonely than men before the pandemic, but lonelier during. Finally, I would not have thought that Baby Boomers, despite seeing the largest increase in loneliness, are dealing with loneliness a lot better than other generations overall, especially Millennials.”

** About the Women’s Health Interactive COVID-19 Loneliness Survey **

To examine the specific ways that shelter-in-place and social distancing during COVID-19 affected people’s loneliness and to what extent, Women’s Health Interactive independently, anonymously, and informally surveyed 1,043 people online about their personal experiences between April 22, 2020, and May 14th, 2020. Complete survey statistics available upon request.

** About Women’s Health Interactive **

Women’s Health Interactive is an online publisher that focuses on women’s health and wellbeing as it pertains to relationships, sexuality and mental health. Women’s Health Interactive seeks to empower women by providing a safe place to talk about the sometimes uncomfortable side of life. Our content is medically reviewed for accuracy and written through an approach that blends fun, humor, and complete honesty.

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ARLINGTON, Va. (PRWEB)
June 10, 2020

National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) President and CEO Steven C. Anderson issued the following op-ed today:

On May 25, George Floyd’s breath was taken from him tragically and senselessly. Many Americans feel that their breath was taken along with his. For many others, George Floyd’s life has passed into a deeper consciousness of the realities faced by Black Americans – realities that have been too easy to disregard.

George Floyd’s family said that his killing was caused by a pandemic of racism and discrimination. Maybe this is a unique and timely comparison that can sink in. After all, over the past three months, our nation has feared a virus that spreads quickly, that affects its victims harshly and unpredictably, and that can pass from a carrier who is not even aware of his or her infection. That sounds like racism and discrimination to me.

Standing Together

As is the case across business settings, we recognize that people of color on our pharmacy teams may feel heartbroken, numb or exhausted as a result of the most recent tragedies involving George Floyd and others. The same is true of the diverse customers whom they serve.

Individuals and entities are considering this issue from their own perspectives, and the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is among the organizations doing so. Like those who have gathered in great numbers peacefully yet passionately, we stand committed to confronting racism and discrimination.

True leaders like Martin Luther King, Jr. taught us to confront our disappointment and anger with perseverance and hope. What will it take for us to validate his vision that “only in the darkness can you see the stars”?

Every individual and every organization will need to consider and answer that question for themselves. For NACDS, it may be helpful to think of the role that we can play in terms of our vision that pharmacies serve as the face of neighborhood healthcare. That vision relates directly to the individuals and communities we serve and to the individuals who serve as team members in our members’ pharmacies.

A Commitment to Listen

First, however, NACDS must look in the mirror. Like any other organization or individual, we must acknowledge what we may not yet know and understand fully. Listening is an important treatment for the racial divide. As a member-driven trade association, and as an organization committed to empowering our own staff team to thrive, NACDS will pursue important initiatives. These initiatives are designed to make the topics of diversity and inclusion ubiquitous within the Association.

NACDS will create a Diversity and Inclusion Council that consists of representatives from our member companies. Participants will include companies’ diversity and inclusion officers and other interested personnel. The NACDS Diversity and Inclusion Council will make recommendations to NACDS as it deems appropriate, and it also will help to share knowledge among members of this crucial subject matter.

NACDS also will create a Diversity and Inclusion Team among the NACDS staff. Reflecting the approach of our member companies, NACDS already has put into place policies that are important for protecting all employees. NACDS also seeks to create a positive culture for all. However, we need to continue to challenge ourselves to make further evaluations about what more we can do to be the kind of organization that we must be. We will look to the Diversity and Inclusion Team to help to accomplish that.

In addition to these important initiatives, NACDS anticipates a related announcement in the coming weeks that will further bolster our work in this important area. This announcement will relate to our engagement with an external force whose critical eye, authenticity, and proven experience will add tremendous power to this advancement of diversity and inclusion within NACDS.

Pharmacies as the Face of Neighborhood Healthcare: Our Communities

Regarding the communities that pharmacies serve, NACDS members already help to address healthcare disparities within the nation, and we will identify opportunities by which NACDS can help to redouble these efforts. The fact that the current discussions of race are occurring amid the COVID-19 pandemic is timely, as we are learning that Black Americans are disproportionately affected by the virus. This reflects a deeper divide which also can be seen in disparities related to chronic conditions.

To achieve success in the next phase of our nation’s journey in confronting COVID-19, an NACDS report – “Pharmacies: A Vital Partner in Reopening America” – emphasizes the importance of meeting the needs of the medically underserved. The report includes recommendations regarding testing and the availability of treatments and vaccines when they become available, and these recommendations include a specific focus on those in the most need.

Similarly, NACDS has made it a priority to serve as a thought leader in addressing social determinants of health and to collaborate in federal efforts to help address disparities in care, and to engage with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to address social determinants of health.

We raise these examples not to suggest that they are in any way sufficient, but rather to give hope that a renewed effort is not starting from scratch. Together, we can and must do more.

Pharmacies as the Face of Neighborhood Healthcare: Our Team Members

Regarding the individuals who serve as team members in our members’ pharmacies, the NACDS Foundation – which is affiliated with NACDS – is committed to fostering the commitment to diversity and inclusion that is ingrained in the pharmacy community. In 2017, the NACDS Foundation initiated as part of its scholarship program a new category of diversity and inclusion scholarships which focuses on helping people of color to succeed. Through this initiative, the NACDS Foundation has funded projects proposed by colleges and schools of pharmacy that include targeted engagement with Historically Black Colleges and Universities; outreach to high school students who demonstrate interest in pursuing a pharmacy education; supplemental training to empower student pharmacists in preparation for their pharmacy education and during their coursework; peer mentoring; and more.

Now, it is more important than ever before to build on this endeavor. We are committed to doing that.

Martin Luther King, Jr. said that each of us must choose whether to “walk in the light of creative altruism or in the darkness of destructive selfishness.” NACDS stands among those committed to peering into the dimmest reaches of our own souls, for the purpose of transforming ourselves into an ever-more-reverent steward of our nation’s brightest ideals and an ever-more-caring servant of all humanity.

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