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Dentist in Kyle TX serving dental emergency patients through COVID19 pandemic

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We are proud to say that so far in the last month and half, we have been seeing only emergency patients and have at least prevented 100 patients from going to the ER. Our amazing doctors, dental assistants, and administrative staff have been tirelessly working throughout this pandemic.


KYLE, Texas (PRWEB)

Kyle Parkway Dentistry boasts of being one of the leading dental care and treatment clinics in Kyle, TX. Their dental clinic is focused on delivering the best dental experience to the members of its community. This mission has pushed their clinic to announce that they will remain open during the coronavirus pandemic to attend to patients who are in need of emergency dentistry services.

Having implemented and communicated their commitment to meeting the needs of only patients with emergency dental care and treatment needs, Kyle Parkway Dentistry has witnessed a significant amount of patients who their healthcare team has helped in dealing with pain and discomfort associated with dental emergencies.

The spokesperson for the dental clinic, Dr. D., while describing their experience said, “We are proud to say that so far in the last month and a half we have been seeing only emergency patients and have at least prevented 100 patients from going to the ER. Our amazing doctors, dental assistants, and administrative staff have been tirelessly working throughout this pandemic without a single complaint. I just want to give a shout out to all of these awesome individuals here that I am proud to be a coworker.”

Kyle Parkway Dentistry will for as long as the coronavirus pandemic lasts, and until new directives are issued, maintain its current work rate, attending to the needs of patients with dental emergencies, and saving them from going to the ER.

The Emergency dentist at their clinic is always on standby at all times of the day and night, this means that patients can come into their dental clinic at any time to get their emergency needs attended to. Their dental team has also instituted biosafety measures that guarantee the safety of their doctors, dental staff, and patients coming into their clinic.

Patients who are experiencing painful sensations and discomfort in the head and neck region, those who are in need of Tooth extractions in Kyle TX, or those who suffer from toothaches can come into their dental clinic to have their oral health conditions looked into. Their team of dental specialists will examine, diagnose, and offer the best treatment procedure to relieve pain and also restore comfort.

Patients who have lost their teeth due to physical trauma during the lockdown are also welcome into their dental clinic. Kyle Parkway Dentistry promises the best emergency dental care services in Kyle, TX to all patients coming into their clinic.

Kyle Parkway Dentistry is located at 4650 S FM 1626 #104, Kyle, TX 78640. For all emergency dental needs, contact their team via phone at 512-256-0105 or via email at info@kyleparkwaydentistry.com. For additional information regarding their services, visit their dental clinic’s website.

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Attorney Steven Boyne Joins Florida Healthcare Law Firm in Delray Beach, Florida

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DELRAY, Fla. (PRWEB)

Florida Healthcare Law Firm has announced that they have added Steven Boyne to the team. Steven brings over twenty plus years experience working with different types of healthcare entities from Air Ambulances to large healthcare insurance companies, and everything in between. Steven specializes in areas including specific healthcare business human resource issues, telemedicine and HIPAA, strategic disaster planning for healthcare providers, business interruption insurance, health insurance and air ambulances.

“Positioning your healthcare business to be proactive is one of the most important things you can do. Who would have imagined we’d see a global pandemic in our lifetime? Being prepared for ‘interruptions’ help keep your business afloat when disaster strikes, especially when it comes to finances. Steven’s experience in large health insurance companies brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise that will help individual practitioners be just as prepared as the big guys. And, as technology grows in the healthcare industry, Steven is on board to help with his tech expertise,” Florida Healthcare Law Firm COO Autumn Piccolo says. Founder and President, Jeff Cohen, goes on to say that, “We advise many clients on telemedicine and telehealth laws. Steven’s passion for tech is a great addition for current and future clients. His unique firsthand knowledge on cyberbreaches, tech software and security systems is hyper-specific, which will benefit healthcare business owners.

Steven will also be contributing to the monthly webinar and blogs held by the firm. The law firm has an industry-leading reputation for their heavy focus on community education through their newsletter, blogs and webinars, which provide updated and free information on trending topics in the medical field. Anyone who owns or manages a medical business is free to read the blogs and view the monthly webinar. Dates and topics are announced on social media with weekly reminders and viewers can also request new topics to be covered.

We know that it’s impossible to stay up on the latest trends in the industry. There’s more opportunity than ever for small healthcare business owners and doctors alike. Think about a doctor who has their own practice and now wants to add telehealth as a delivery system. What do they do? Who can they go to for some basic information? Would you rather read something written by a copywriter or something actually written by a lawyer who works in that field? Our blogs and webinars give us a chance to connect with former and potential clients and provide them with reliable legal advice.

For more information, contact 561-455-7700 or visit: https://www.floridahealthcarelawfirm.com/contact-page/

Florida Healthcare Law Firm has been around for years, providing high-quality legal assistance to medical businesses and individual clients throughout the State of Florida. Monthly events including free webinars, blogs and other options are conducted to provide business owners and managers a platform to get detailed information related to their field. If you would like to see a topic covered or if you have any questions, feel free to contact us today.

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Impact Advisors Receives Top Honors in KLAS’ Clinical Optimization Services Report

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We are dedicated to helping our clients realize the investment and benefits of their EHR and our associates are committed to providing the highest quality of service to ensure our clients achieve their goals.


CHICAGO (PRWEB)

Impact Advisors, a leading provider of strategy, performance excellence, revenue cycle management, ERP, implementation, and technology consulting services to the healthcare industry, announced today that it has been recognized by KLAS in the Clinical Optimization Services 2020 report. The firm is one of five firms recognized in the report with an overall score of 93.4.

“We are honored to be recognized by KLAS for our Clinical Optimization services as it highlights the value we are providing to our clients,” said Pete Smith, CEO, Impact Advisors. “We are dedicated to helping our clients realize the investment and benefits of their EHR and our associates are committed to providing the highest quality of service to ensure our clients achieve their goals.”

According to KLAS, clinical optimization projects focus on improving how clinical systems operate and are used by clinicians, and these services should result in improved patient care, ROI, and physician use and adoption. In order to accomplish these goals, the firms recognized in the report help clients with three primary levers: workflow refinement, application enhancement and clinician training.

Impact Advisors scored well in all areas, but compared to other firms, received the most praise around engagement execution in the application enhancement lever. The firm was recognized often for bringing to bear proven methodologies that delivered fast results. Impact Advisors received positive mentions from clients around continuously meeting or exceeding expectations, timeliness, project management, and tools and methodologies. The firm was also recognized for its biggest strengths: being quick to action and completion, not overpromising and helping clients become self-sufficient.

Each year, KLAS interviews thousands of healthcare professionals about the IT products and services their organizations use. These interviews are conducted using a standard quantitative evaluation, and the scores and commentary collected are shared online in real time so other providers and IT professionals can benefit from their peers’ experiences. For the full report, click here.

Impact Advisors helps clients with clinical optimization by focusing on high-value areas for improvement based on industry best practice. The firm improves revenue, quality, and safety, and patient and provider experiences for clients while also helping them prepare for value-based payments and realizing cost reductions. By focusing on these areas, health systems can ensure the highest return on investment in capital-intensive technology investments like EHRs.

About Impact Advisors

Impact Advisors is a nationally recognized healthcare consulting firm that is solving some of the toughest challenges in the industry by delivering strategic advisory, technology implementation and performance improvement services. Our comprehensive suite of digital health, clinical optimization and revenue cycle services spans the lifecycle of our clients’ needs. Our experienced team has a powerful combination of clinical, revenue, operations, consulting and IT experience. The firm has earned a number of prestigious industry and workplace awards, including Best in KLAS® for 12 consecutive years, Healthcare Informatics HCI 100, Crain’s Chicago Business Fast Fifty, as well as “best place to work” awards from: Modern Healthcare, Consulting Magazine, Becker’s Hospital Review and Achievers. For more information about Impact Advisors, visit http://www.impact-advisors.com.

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Addiction Treatment Services has partnered with Phoenix Behavioral Health to offer telehealth addiction services

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PHOENIX (PRWEB)

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People facing alcohol and drug addiction often have trouble finding the right treatment for their needs and situation. The recent COVID-19 outbreak is making it harder than ever to get the help they want and need, but a new partnership is promising to change that.

Addiction Treatment Services is partnering with Phoenix to offer patients telehealth services. The service aims to provide counseling and support during this stressful time so that patients can get back on the road to recovery. Both companies keep their patients’ needs in mind from start to finish to give them the best odds of reaching their short- and long-term recovery goals, and the partnership paves the way toward the future.

About Addiction Treatment Services

Addiction Treatment Services aims to simplify the addiction treatment process. They believe that many addiction services over complicate the process and make it hard for people to remain on the path to recovery.

To make it easy for people to overcome addiction, Addiction Treatment Services works with each person and comes up with a unique solution depending on their needs and situation. The professionals help people decide where they are on their journey to recovery, and they help people choose the best treatment center for their needs even when it means sending them to another treatment center.

About Phoenix Behavioral Health

Phoenix Behavioral Health offers many of the same services as Addiction Treatment Services. Patients come here for addiction treatment in addition to mental health services. The Phoenix team provides one-on-one counseling and group sessions to empower individuals to escape from addiction and move forward with their lives, and they give hope to as many people as possible.

Meal delivery and pharmacy care are additional services people get when they opt for treatment through Phoenix. Phoenix even provides patients with telehealth services to meet their growing needs during the pandemic better.

How Telehealth Services Work

Telehealth services allow patients to get counseling and other services without going to an addiction treatment center. They pick up the phone and speak to a mental health provider about their needs, goals, and situation. Addiction therapists will often call patients daily to ensure they are staying on track with their treatment program. With telehealth services, patients get the advanced care they require without needing to leave the comfort of their homes.

Telehealth allows anyone to get advice and feedback about their situation and to keep moving in a positive direction. Telehealth services are also an excellent way for patients to seek treatment without breaking social distancing guidelines. Although telehealth is fantastic during the COVID-19 outbreak, many treatment centers will likely keep using it after the pandemic goes away.

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The partnership between Addiction Treatment Services and Phoenix allows anyone to seek drug and alcohol treatment over the phone. Rather than going to a medical office to speak with a professional, they can now access the treatment services they need without making a trip into town.

Some people might need to seek in-patient care in addition to telehealth services depending on their situation. The experts at Addiction Treatment Services and Phoenix work together to help patients decide what option is right for them, making a recovery closer than they once thought possible.

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Gulf Coast Pharmaceutical Plus Donates $30,000 Worth of PPE to Mississippi Healthcare Workers

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We want to thank all of those working to keep us safe and hope that these PPE supplies will help ensure the safety of our first-responders during this time of crisis.


OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (PRWEB)

Gulf Coast Pharmaceuticals Plus (GCPP), a comprehensive wholesale pharmaceutical distributor based in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, recently donated more than $30,000 worth of personal protective equipment (PPE) to state medical centers, health organizations and assisted living facilities throughout Mississippi. The donations come at a time when healthcare workers face extreme shortages of PPE amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

Donated supplies include KN95 face masks, N95 flat fold masks and Face-Safe protective visors – all of which are critical in helping protect healthcare workers and patients from contracting and spreading COVID-19.

Top Mississippi organizations and medical centers who have received PPE donations from Gulf Coast Pharmaceuticals Plus include:


  • Ocean Springs Hospital in Ocean Springs, MS

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Gulfport, MS

  • G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center in in Jackson, MS

GCPP also donated 4,000 masks to a variety of assisted living facilities and retirement centers throughout the state, including: Lighthouse Assisted Living and Memory Care, Sea Shore Oaks Assisted Living, Bay Cove Assisted Living, Villa Maria Retirement Center, Gulfport Care Center, Lakeview Nursing Center, Riverside Senior Center, Carlow Manor Retirement Community, Settlers Cove in Biloxi, and Seashore Highlands in Gulfport.

“As a long-standing Mississippi-based company, we at Gulf Coast Pharmaceuticals Plus are extremely grateful to our state’s healthcare workers and their invaluable service to the public,” said GCPP President Ken Ritchey. “We want to thank all of those working to keep us safe and hope that these PPE supplies will help ensure the safety of our first-responders during this time of crisis.”

One of the most reputable and reliable specialty pharmaceutical distributors in the United States, GCPP has always been committed to giving back and supporting healthcare workers across the nation. Besides regularly donating PPE and other medical supplies to healthcare facilities, GCPP supports a number of charities and non-profit organizations, including the Wounded Warrior Project, St Jude Children’s Hospital, Jackson County Animal Shelter, Boys and Girls Club of Jackson County, MS, and Girl Scouts of Greater Mississippi.

About Gulf Coast Pharmaceuticals Plus

Gulf Coast Pharmaceuticals Plus (GCPP) is a comprehensive pharmaceutical distributor for many of the leading U.S. Pharmaceutical companies, delivering products quickly and accurately to a network of hospitals, pharmacies, and physician practices across the United States. Over the past 20 years in business, Gulf Coast Pharmaceuticals Plus has become one of the most reliable distributors of medical supplies in the nation through its quick delivery, excellent customer service, and access to over 25,000 healthcare products. Learn more about GCPP products and services at http://www.gulfcoastpharmaceuticalsplus.com

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Gateway for Cancer Research Announces Recipient of Inaugural Discovery Grant

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Gateway for Cancer Research (Gateway), a nonprofit organization dedicated to funding transformational early-phase cancer research, in partnership with Conquer Cancer®, the ASCO Foundation, is pleased to announce the recipient of the inaugural Discovery Grant. This $1.5 million grant was awarded to David C. Linehan, MD from Wilmot Cancer Institute at the University of Rochester Medical Center for his pancreatic cancer study examining the use of a novel immunotherapy treatment protocol.

Dr. Linehan’s clinical trial is entitled “A Phase 1b/2 Trial of Immunotherapy with Nivolumab and Pepinemab Combined with First Line Folfirinox for Treating Patients with Unresectable Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma” and will test the use of a dual immunotherapy approach in combination with standard chemotherapy to treat inoperable and locally advanced pancreatic ductal cancer (PDAC). The dual immunotherapy drugs, nivolumab and pepinemab, will activate the immune system to fight against the pancreatic tumors thereby enhancing the effectiveness of the chemotherapy folfirinox in targeting and eradicating the tumor cells.

PDAC is one of the most aggressive cancers and the 5-year survival rate is 9%. Currently, PDAC is the third leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States, and over the last decade the incidence has steadily increased with projections showing it becoming the second leading cause of cancer mortality by 2030. The current treatment strategy for PDAC patients is insufficient due to poor response rates and a negative impact on quality of life. Dr. Linehan’s study hopes to change the current state through his clinical trial, with the goal to ultimately implement a new, more effective treatment approach for patients diagnosed with PDAC.

“Congratulations to Dr. Linehan for being awarded the inaugural Discovery Grant. I am excited to see the outcomes of his innovative immunotherapy trial,” said Michael Burton, President and CEO of Gateway. “Gateway understands the urgent need to accelerate the pace of cancer research, especially for those with advanced pancreatic ductal cancer. By investing in clinical research exploring novel approaches such as Dr. Linehan’s, we are able to support courageous patients facing a cancer diagnosis with more effective treatment options and improved quality of life.”

“Gateway’s longstanding commitment to funding patient-centered, groundbreaking research has been essential to bringing this trial to fruition. With substantial funds from the Discovery Grant, our team will be able to bring this promising study to the bedside for patients who need new treatment options the most,” said Dr. Linehan. “I am grateful to have been selected by Gateway for this prestigious grant award and look forward to activating the trial for the benefit of those facing a difficult pancreatic cancer diagnosis.”

The Gateway Discovery Grant was established in 2019 through a scientific partnership between Gateway for Cancer Research and Conquer Cancer with the goal to identify compelling areas of inquiry in the field of cancer research and to fund the talented clinician-scientists best positioned to pursue these studies. This biennial $1.5 million grant program represents a significant new source of funding for transformational clinician-scientists poised to advance breakthroughs in cancer research.

To learn more about the Gateway Discovery Grant Program, please visit ASCO.org/Gateway.

About Gateway for Cancer Research

Gateway for Cancer Research is a nonprofit 501c(3) organization committed to funding innovative cancer research that helps people living with cancer to feel better and live longer as we work to end cancer as we know it. Thanks to generous underwriting, 99 cents of every dollar Gateway receives directly funds Phase I and Phase II cancer clinical trials at leading research institutions across the country and abroad. Since 1991, Gateway has supported more than 180 clinical trials and funded over $90 million in breakthrough cancer research. Get involved today by visiting GatewayCR.org, like us on Facebook and join the conversation on Twitter and Instagram, #BeAGateway.

About Conquer Cancer

Conquer Cancer,® the ASCO Foundation, funds research into every facet of cancer to benefit every patient, everywhere. In 1964, seven oncologists created the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO®), now a global network of nearly 45,000 cancer professionals. As ASCO’s foundation, Conquer Cancer helps turn science into a sigh of relief for patients around the world by supporting groundbreaking research and education across cancer’s full continuum. For more information, visit CONQUER.ORG.

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Private Investment Firm Signet LLC Announces Mark Corr as President and CEO

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Mark Corr has been named President and CEO of Signet LLC.

“The Signet organization today yields an outlook of stability and optimism,” Anthony (Tony) Manna, Chairman and Founder, Signet LLC.


AKRON, Ohio (PRWEB)

Signet LLC, the national private investment firm with corporate offices based in Akron, Ohio, today announced the naming of Mark Corr as President and CEO after an 11-month transition in both executive leadership and structure for the firm. The elevation of Corr provides the organization with stability and continuity moving forward, cementing the management structure for Signet under Corr’s strategic leadership and vision.

After the unexpected passing of Signet’s longtime CEO and partner Ken Krismanth in July of 2019, Corr (formerly President and COO), stepped in as acting CEO, taking on Krismanth’s responsibilities as lead overseer over the entire Signet portfolio. As acting CEO, Corr began a transitionary initiative to enhance the corporate office’s impact and reach over their portfolio companies and real estate projects in the areas of strategic management, accounting, human resources, and marketing. Corr created an Executive Leadership Team to collaboratively oversee the strategic management of the portfolio which includes himself, Ralph Sciulli (CFO), Joel Maas (Director of Marketing), and the newly added Holly Colson (Director Of HR).

During the transition period, the team added several key executive roles to the organization, including HR Director (Colson) and Real Estate Group Controller (Jason Schoch). Corr also elevated two Real Estate Group executives, Kevin Belt and Spencer Hyatt, to take over the real estate development operation as Senior VP’s and Co-Managing Directors. The executive team also has plans in the coming weeks to announce the selection of a new President of Signet Real Estate Group’s Property Management Division.

Signet’s Chairman and Founder, Anthony (Tony) Manna, sees the transition to Corr’s leadership as a very momentous step in the history of the firm, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year.

“The Signet organization today yields an outlook of stability and optimism,” says Manna. “Our corporate infrastructure is in the final stages of transitioning from a decentralized, ‘Managing Partner-guided model’ to a centralized and collaborative team-based approach under Mark, who is extremely well-deserving of his promotion to CEO. This approach requires that our various leadership teams operate with the highest level of transparency and communication, redundancy and depth in all key managerial responsibilities, while being held accountable to achieve performance metrics and operational standards of excellence. Mark has the intangible leadership qualities and the effective management style to ensure this strategic vision is effective, and I have no doubt it will be.”

Corr is excited for the opportunity to lead Signet and is pleased with the corporate transition, which has already seen a positive impact on its portfolio companies and real estate projects.

“Our efforts to centralize and streamline Signet’s corporate impact has been very effective, and has improved our efficiency and responsiveness, while expanding the array of highly-skilled resources dedicated to supporting each operation and opportunity,” says Corr. “Our success throughout this transition period is only a testament to the past 25 years of leadership at Signet, which has yielded immense growth for us. I humbly look forward to serving the Signet family and continuing the outstanding legacy of leadership while bringing my own vision and structure to the organization.”

As a first step as permanent CEO, Corr is formally announcing a new strategic vision for Signet, organizing its portfolio and proactive investment into three principal platforms: (1) the Chemical Specialties Group; (2) Integrated Wellness Partners; and (3) Signet Real Estate Group.

“Though Signet will always be opportunistic, we will be much more strategic and proactive in our engagements, grouping our investments around a three-pronged platform approach,” says Corr.

“The Chemical Specialties Group, consisting of five manufacturing/service companies, is poised to experience rapid organic growth while exploring strategic partnerships, add-on acquisitions and opportunities for innovation and new product investment and development.”

“With the commencement of our world-class health and wellness facility project in Lake Nona, Florida, combined with the industry-decimating impact of the COVID-19 virus, Integrated Wellness Partners has the potential to become a national story of resilience and courage while contributing toward the nation’s renewed focus on wellness solutions and healthier lifestyles.”

“Signet Real Estate Group welcomes a new era of leadership across the Development and Property Management disciplines. These leadership teams possess the skills, drive and selfless attitudes necessary to unify the entire platform and raise our already high standards of excellence and market perception.”

“While keeping the current healthcare crisis and its economic impact in focus, I believe Signet is prepared again to seek strategic and selective expansion opportunities toward extraordinary growth and value creation in the coming years,” says Corr.

About Signet LLC

Signet brings an innovative, unconventional approach to private investment that embodies creativity and forward thinking to achieve long-term success. With leadership and expertise in the areas of project structuring, capital formation, operational investment and management, Signet tailors strategy and resources to meet each unique opportunity. Boundless in ideas and tactics, Signet has spent 25 years crafting collaborative partnerships that advance initiatives in real estate, diversified manufacturing, health and wellness, emerging technologies, investment banking and finance. Learn more at signetllc.com.

About Signet’s Chemical Specialties Group

Signet’s Chemical Specialties Group consists of Creative Polymer Solutions (parent to Accufoam and Accushield brands), Sprayroq, Sprayroq of China, and Bluegrass Chemical. Everything we do reflects our precision chemistry, high-accuracy manufacturing, training and dependable service. All so you can have a partner you can confidently rely on. Visit our company websites at creativepolymer.com, accufoam.com, goaccushield.com, sprayroq.com, and bluegrasschemical.com.

About Integrated Wellness Partners

Integrated Wellness Partners offers comprehensive, turnkey development, finance, and health and wellness management solutions to health systems, universities, and municipalities across the country. We have proven experience and the resources to help our clients bring wellness to their communities. Our principals provide highly specialized knowledge and expertise in distinct disciplines including health and wellness operations, real estate development, and financial solutions. Learn more at iwp-llc.com.

About Signet Real Estate Group

Signet Real Estate Group transforms complex development challenges into collaborative opportunities through a creative, flexible, and customized approach. Our team brings 25 years of experience in successful development and facility management solutions in the areas of healthcare, higher education, research, public-private partnerships and strategic infrastructure. Since our firm’s inception, Signet and its family of companies have successfully managed and currently have in progress more than $5 billion in real-estate development and construction throughout the U.S. Learn more at signetre.com.

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13 Year Old Cancer Survivor Teams Up With Congressman Michael McCaul To Bring Hope To Children Across America

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“At a time when you think nothing useful can get done in government, when the country seems completely divided, when you think that nothing but money drives whatever goes on in Washington, you just need to listen to Sadie.” Congressman Michael McCaul


SAN MARCOS, Calif. (PRWEB)

What an amazing young woman! – Kelly Clarkson

Better Angels is so inspiring and deeply personal, you can feel the honesty and emotion coming off the pages. – Amanda Maxlyn, USA Today Bestselling Author

I can’t believe a 12 yr old girl wrote a book about her journey through cancer. For any of us who have had a hard time, this is gonna be a great read. Sadie, you go girl! Your book Better Angels rocks! – Jerry Harris of Cheer

This little cancer fighter teaches us all how to see the angels among us. Truly, the must-read story of the year – Traci Hunter Abramson, bestselling author of Entangled

Beautiful book by a brilliant young author! – Kristin Chenoweth

This is a book about hope. As a survivor, who courageously endured childhood cancer treatment, Sadie’s insights and experience are particularly meaningful. Her work with Congress to help bring cures to children—not just in America but around the world, is compelling. – David G. Poplack, M.D., Professor of Pediatric Oncology, Baylor College of Medicine; Director, Global HOPE, Texas Children’s Hospital

The book is message-driven and is written in an accessible and engaging style. Will resonate with young people who have experienced illness or wish to fight for others – Kirkus Reviews

Told in her own words, Sadie Keller’s inspiring story will stir the soul of anyone who wants to find hope in the world. After being diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at age 7, she was worried about whether Santa could deliver toys to all the kids in her hospital, so she started a toy drive. It became a movement that turned into a foundation and a national year-round program that has collected tens of thousands of toys for kids battling cancer. Along the way Sadie met hundreds of “cancer kids” and ended up having to say goodbye to some of her closest friends.

To help save other children, Sadie headed to Capitol Hill and teamed up with Congressman Michael McCaul. She became his favorite lobbyist and helped to pass the STAR Act that directed millions of dollars of research aimed at sparking next-level cures for childhood cancer.

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“How much you live isn’t all about the years, but about the people you touch, the difference you make, and the joy you bring to others.” – Sadie Keller

These are the words of 12 year old cancer survivor turned advocate, Sadie Keller, in her first book “Better Angels.” She was diagnosed at age seven with leukemia, fought it and WON! From the first day of her journey, she wanted to help other kids and shared her cancer story from her mom’s closet on her YouTube channel. Her journey went viral. Sadie has come a long way since then and is now sharing her story full of determination and inspiration.

Sadie and the Congressman have been seen most recently on Fox & Friends, as well as Inside Edition, NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt, Fox News America’s News HQ and America’s Newsroom, CNN Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer, and numerous local television stations nationwide.

“At a time when you think nothing useful can get done in government, when the country seems completely divided, when you think that nothing but money drives whatever goes on in Washington, you just need to listen to Sadie.” Congressman Michael McCaul

Congressman Michael T. McCaul is currently serving his eighth term representing Texas’ 10th District in the United States Congress. The 10th Congressional District of Texas. Shortly after he was first elected to Congress, McCaul founded the Congressional Childhood Cancer Caucus to give a voice to the nearly 16,000 children diagnosed with cancer every year; and the survivors who face long-term health issues stemming from the treatments they received as children. He has worked to bring about major legislation in the fight against childhood cancer.

To learn more about Sadie’s journey, the foundation, and “Better Angels, visit http://www.betterangelsbook.com

Better Angels is available at these online locations Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and IndieBound, as well in your local bookstore.

For more information, media inquiries, bookings contact or bulk orders:

Kiki Keating: m. 603-858-2733 e. kiki@kikinetwork.com

BETTER ANGELS You Can Change The World. You Are Not Alone.

By Sadie Keller and Michael McCaul

Publication Date: May 30, 2020

Publisher: Gavia Books

Pages: 250

Price (Paperback): $15.95

ISBN (Paperback): 978-0-9978808-5-4

You can find us @BetterAngelsBook / @BetterAngelsBK

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Groundbreaking Study Proves GermBloc Alcohol-Free Sanitizer Products Effectively Kill 99.99% of Bacteria

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The excessive use of alcohol-based sanitizers can cause damage over time, resulting in dry, itching, cracked hands. We’re proud to provide an alternative that is extremely effective and is designed to improve hand health.


BOZEMAN, Mont. (PRWEB)

The study was performed on GermBloc Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer Foam and GermBloc Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer Lotion, two of the company’s top selling products.  Using an In-Vitro Time-Kill method, the effectiveness of the sanitizer was measured at separate intervals of 30 seconds, one minute, and three minutes. The results found both products to be effective in killing bacteria in as little as 30 seconds.

“In this day and age, communities are doing all that they can to abide by safe hygiene practices in order to protect themselves and others against the spread of bacteria,” says Founder and CEO of GermBloc, Roger Wilson. “However, the excessive use of alcohol-based sanitizers can cause damage over time, resulting in dry, itching, cracked hands. We’re proud to provide an alternative that is extremely effective and is designed to improve hand health.”

GermBloc Sanitizer products contain the active ingredient, Benzalkonium Chloride (BZK), which is now one of only three FDA-approved ingredients for use in hand sanitizers.

The use of hand sanitizers has become a cornerstone in both consumer and clinical practice for the prevention of disease transmission. Traditionally, consumers have relied on ethanol, or alcohol-based sanitizers, to kill bacteria. However, these revolutionary results show a major improvement in antibacterial activity when comparing the ingredients in GermBloc formulas with their ethanol-based counterparts. In fact, the Center for Disease Control recommends four times the amount of alcohol-based product per application, compared to GermBloc’s active ingredient to kill germs.

GermBloc produces a series of alcohol-free sanitizer products, including Hand Sanitizer Lotion, Hand Sanitizer Foam, and Smartphone Cleaning Kits.

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Germbloc is the flagship subsidiary of Willspeed Technology, a US-based industry leader in the development and manufacturing of patented, alcohol-free hand sanitizers, bio-static antimicrobial surface protection, cleaning agents, and laundry rinses. GermBloc products are engineered to produce effective results in adverse environments utilizing over a decade of development. GermBloc offers patented formulas for personal care and sanitizing personal, commercial, and industrial surfaces. GermBloc is dedicated to the goal of helping safeguard operations, supply chains and consumers worldwide with the use of products that are safe for all ages, hypoallergenic, and non-GMO. GermBloc’s sanitizer advancements and formulas are designed with the mission to create better value and a better solution for our customers.

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FIX Health to host their first social media contest for Global Running Day 2020

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FIX Health announces their inaugural "#TrainingforanOutbreak" contest in honor of Global Running Day 2020.

FIX Health announces their inaugural “#TrainingforanOutbreak” contest in honor of Global Running Day 2020.


ATLANTA (PRWEB)

The team at FIX Health is pleased to announced the 2020 “#TrainingforanOutbreak” social media contest — the competition is working in tandem with Global Running Day, which falls on Wednesday, June 3 this year. The social media competition, a first for FIX Health, is a way for the company to celebrate the joys of running and to encourage others to get moving. The winner of the contest will win a $50 Amazon gift card and an exclusive FIX Health water bottle.

Interested participants should take a photo or screenshot of their run on Wednesday, June 3 — date and distance must be visible. To qualify as an entry, the photo must be coupled with a caption that includes both “#TrainingforanOutbreak” and #globalrunningday,” and the photo must be posted on either Instagram or Facebook. Entrants must also follow FIX’s Instagram account: @fixhealth, as well as our Facebook account: @FitnessInteractiveExperience and our Twitter account: @FIX_Health_. The winner will be selected randomly from the submitted entries and will be announced at 1pm EST on Thursday, June 4.

The inaugural Global Running Day, formerly known as National Running Day, was held on June, 1, 2016. On this day, more than 2.5 million people from 177 countries pledged to run more than 9.2 million miles. The worldwide celebration reminds us of the mental and physical benefits of running and the power of the running community.

For more information on Global Running Day and how to register for virtual races, visit their website at https://globalrunningday.org/

For more information on FIX Health, please contact Kim Kerlegan at kim@fix-health.com or visit their website at http://fix-health.com/.

FIX Health is dedicated to defining the frontier of health entertainment. FIX revolutionized corporate wellness with the introduction of their zombie-themed walking challenge, “The Outbreak,” in 2017. Today, FIX leads the industry in health-based solutions for the corporate and consumer market. Their behavior first approach has awarded them a proven track record in delivering higher participation and customer satisfaction than traditional wellness programs.

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