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As Work Environments Drastically Shift Career Partners International Offers Adaptive Support

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“One thing that will not change is our commitment to our clients, participants, and communities.” Bill Kellner, CEO of Career Partners International.


COLUMBUS, Ohio (PRWEB)

As the world experiences the compounding effects of COVID-19, communities and workplaces are in a state of flux. Career Partners International responded to this global pandemic by launching a variety of complimentary services to support organizations, leaders, and employees. Through our more than 50 Members and 300 locations around the globe, we continue to support both individuals and organizations in their time of need.

On March 20th, which already seems like a long time ago, the CPI website was revamped with a new segment of free materials for workers who have been laid off due to COVID-19 and have no professional assistance. With unemployment levels rapidly rising, these resources help guide the unemployed through stress management, developing a resume, preparing for interviews and more, preparing them to re-enter the workforce as soon as possible.

With companies instantly being forced into a state of remote work, there are many questions of how to make this new structure function. CPI launched a series of live and recorded webinars to support leaders and their teams. Terry Gillis, of Ahria Consulting – A CPI Firm, spoke on the importance of Leadership in Turbulent Times. CPI Austin, Texas led a group discussion on best practices of Leading a Newly Remote Workforce. Anthony Raja Devadoss, of PERSOLKELLY – A CPI Firm, will be hosting an event on Managing the Virtual Workplace with Trust. Each of these events are free and open to the public with more to follow. If you have not been able to participate, be sure to visit our LinkedIn page to view the recordings.

CPI career transition services have been expanded in response to changes in the job market. Current participants have had their programs extended, at no charge to client organizations. This extension will allow participants more time to access materials and to adjust to changes in hiring practices. Additionally, all coaching and group events have moved to virtual delivery, maintaining the connection and local expertise that is vitally important in a job search and a key strength in CPI.

“At Career Partners International, it is our privilege and responsibility to help those in need. This is a time unlike any other in recent memory; a time in which we all focus on moving society forward. Our Members continue to do that very thing, acting quickly and, as our Mission states, ‘…embracing each individual and organizational challenge uniquely’. Continuing to pair people with innovation, we are providing uninterrupted service by delivering services remotely to support clients and participants throughout the employee lifecycle.

These additional offerings are our way of giving forward and making sure companies and employees affected by this economic shift have the means to recover quickly. Many aspects of society have and will forever change. One thing that will not change is our commitment to our clients, participants, and communities.” Bill Kellner, CEO of Career Partners International.

About Career Partners International LLC.

Career Partners International was founded in 1987 and is one of the largest consultancies in the world. With over 300 offices in over 50 countries, Career Partners International is a leading provider of outplacement, career management, executive coaching, and leadership development services to clients and their employees worldwide.

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Health: Addiction

Infinite Recovery Now Offers Telemedicine

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Robin Lindeman, Clinical Director


AUSTIN, Texas (PRWEB)

Recovery is tough without any barriers. Especially for those looking to start their recovery journeys. Treatment, meetings, sponsors, therapists, social communities, etc. are vital to a person’s success in achieving long term sobriety. But what happens when these resources one day are simply not available in your time of need?

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, most communities throughout the nation have been ordered to “shelter-in-place” and to distance themselves socially. While this isolation is necessary to support the health of communities, it is producing challenges for those who struggle with addiction and substance abuse, as people in recovery often rely on in-person interactions; for example: meetings, support groups, and recovery-oriented events. This is where services need to adapt to accommodate those who might be experiencing challenges related to social distancing. Many addiction treatment organizations and professionals are working hard to bring the recovery community together and encourage participation in treatment and beyond. Infinite Recovery is proud to be one of these facilities by utilizing modern technology to support “face to face” interaction during this time.

Telemedicine has been used throughout the 20th and 21st centuries and the potential for application has grown exponentially. Now, more than ever, telemedicine is being put to the test in our society’s time of need. Through applications like Google Meet, Zoom, VSee, and other various platforms, clinicians and medical professionals are now able to connect to patients regardless of their location. This active participation can happen in a group setting or individually, all from the comfort and safety of one’s home or wherever they may be sheltering.

Infinite Recovery remains dedicated to helping those in need of addiction treatment and recovery resources to support long-term sobriety. We will continue to serve the community and want to ensure and communicate and educate those in need on the treatment and recovery resources and tools that are still available during this time. We also continue to strive to continuously update the way we operate in order to keep our patients healthy and safe and keep their families at peace knowing their loved one is in a safe and caring environment.

To date, we have implemented many new policies, services, and resources to support the health and safety of our patients, staff, and community at large. Some of these include, but are not limited to the following:


  • Telemedicine services for those in Intensive Outpatient, Aftercare, and other outpatient programming

  • Increased education to our clients and staff on the importance of hygiene and hand-washing

  • Education on the importance of social distancing to prevent contact with the virus

  • Screening questions over the phone during the admission process to assess the risk of any new person coming into the facility and their potential for being a carrier of COVID-19

  • Assessments done upon intake by medical staff to check for symptoms affiliated with COVID-19

  • Non-essential staff working from home

  • No visitation from anyone outside of our staff/patient/client milieu

  • Grocery shopping for our outpatient clients done by one staff member

  • No events on or off campus

  • No transportation to outside 12 Step meetings for any of our clients

  • Online alumni meetings for alumni and current clients (should they wish to attend)

  • Virtual 12 Step meeting resources have been made available to current clients and community members to encourage ongoing, active participation in the 12 Step community

The “shelter-in-place” order does not affect those in ‘Healthcare Operations.’ Because of this, we continue to actively offer and provide in-person clinical services for the following programs:

  • Detox (Our Villa San Miguel location in South Austin)

  • Residential (Our Hacienda San Gabriel location in Liberty Hill, TX)

  • Partial Hospitalization (Our outpatient facility in North Austin)

Telemedicine and Teleconference services and opportunities are available for the following:

  • Intensive Outpatient (IOP)

  • Aftercare

  • Other Outpatient Services

  • Alumni meetings and follow-up calls

Keeping our patients, staff, and community safe and healthy is Infinite Recovery’s top priority. Following all guidelines laid out by the CDC and The State of Texas is at the forefront of our focus. With these guidelines in mind, we can ensure patients receive the most effective and quality treatment and resources possible from wherever they have access.

The process to begin one’s journey to recovery is simple:

Step 1) We are available to work with future clients 24/7. Our admissions line is 844.206.9063.

Step 2) Our Admissions Team works with future clients to collect basic information, such as insurance and a prescreen to make sure they fit into the appropriate level of care.

Step 3) Once a client has been approved to admit, we schedule an intake where our team will get them started in treatment and on their way to being happy, joyous and free from drugs and alcohol.

Now more than ever, it is important that we continue to provide treatment access and recovery resources to individuals struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. Infinite Recovery continues to be a resource to those struggling. For any more information, please reach out to John Ingham at John.Ingham@infiniterecovery.com.

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Lifestyle: Self Help

Oak Tree Teaches about Trauma, Self-Worth and Self-Acceptance in Vividly Illustrated New Book

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“The Riven Tree” by Robby Kautz

“I grew up in a home where violence scarred and altered my life,” Kautz said. “But several years ago, while attending a silent retreat, God gave me a vision that brought internal healing and completely changed my life.”


EAGLE, Idaho (PRWEB)

Over half of the American population has experienced at least one traumatic life event, while many people endure years of trauma (SAMHSA-HRSA Center for Integrated Health Solutions). Despite these statistics, the subject is still incredibly stigmatized. Author Robby Kautz is working to change that by offering a beautifully illustrated story addressing the effects of trauma on an individual. “The Riven Tree” is sure to touch the lives of readers and inspire them to look to God for reassurance and healing.

Oak’s life begins as a tiny acorn, born in the shade of her mother’s leaves; she grows over time to become tall, strong and beautiful. She is loved by animals and children seeking her shady refuge in the warm summer sun.

Then, one morning, a violent thunderstorm forms in the meadow and her trunk is slashed by a bolt of lightning. Oak’s appearance is forever altered—in her eyes, she is horribly disfigured.

Oak becomes ashamed of her appearance and comes to believe God has no use for her because she’s too damaged, so she channels all her energy into producing beautiful leaves to cover her imperfections. When she finally asks God the questions she’s never verbalized, his answer brings her peace and self-acceptance.

Like Oak, Kautz also experienced trauma in her childhood that had long-lasting effects. “I grew up in a home where violence scarred and altered my life,” Kautz said. “But several years ago, while attending a silent retreat, God gave me a vision that brought internal healing and completely changed my life.”

Kautz has had several opportunities to share her message of hope and God’s plan to heal broken hearts. Her impactful story will leave readers with a fresh outlook on all the beauty life has to offer. “My purpose in writing this book is to plant seeds of healing in those whose lives have been affected by trauma. I want to help them remember that they are not alone.”

One Amazon reviewer praises the book’s message: “[Oak] struggles, but eventually realizes her unique beauty and design are just as lovely as those she admires. I highly recommend this book to anyone who has been “scarred” in life, or cares about someone who has.”

“The Riven Tree”

By Robby Kautz

ISBN: 9781480866744 (softcover); 9781480866751 (hardcover); 9781480866737 (electronic)

Available at Archway Publishing, Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

About the author

Robby Kautz is a freelance author and a women’s speaker. She has spoken for Stonecroft Ministries throughout northern California and led silent retreats for women in her church. As an author, Kautz has had stories published in Guideposts and Mysterious Ways magazines as well as the book “Life Changing Miracles.” She has been an interpreter for the Deaf, a stay-at-home mom and a high school teacher. She holds a degree in Biblical and Theological Studies. To learn more about Kautz and her book, visit http://www.theriventree.com.

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Consumer Marketing Firm DTC ECOMM Acquires Rights to Flyte Fitness Products

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Core Flytes for Home Workouts

We pride ourselves in picking winning products in the market and we believe that Core Flytes should be in every home.


NEW YORK (PRWEB)

Consumer media firm DTC ECOMM LLC announced a new partnership with exercise equipment company Flyte Fitness®. The licensing collaboration which launched in February will drive further market growth of the innovative Core Flyte® workout tool currently used by tens of thousands of at-home users, gym-goers, physical therapists, and athletes in over 40 countries.

“We pride ourselves in picking winning products in the market and we believe that Core Flytes should be in every home,” said Ronald Steblea, President of DTC ECOMM. “I’ve seen the success of the Core Flyte over the last few years and I think it’s a game changer for the at-home fitness industry.”

Steblea previously served as president of Allstar Marketing Group, where he oversaw the development and marketing of at-home product hits, including the Snuggie and Leg Magic. “The Core Flyte has attributes that make it a perfect fit for home use. It’s small, portable, effective, and fun to use for all fitness levels,” said Steblea. DTC ECOMM is working closely with media agency Cannella Media to leverage its strength across diverse marketing channels – from Amazon, to DRTV, to social media, to retail – to continue to scale this business.

Jeremy Greenberg, CEO of Flyte Fitness, said, “I have a lot of respect for Ron and his team. They have a powerful track record for both identifying popular products and scaling growth, using a wide range of channels and decades of marketing expertise. I want to see Core Flytes in as many homes and fitness clubs as possible, and, with DTC ECOMM’s expertise, I am confident that the product will become a ubiquitous workout staple.”

Core Flytes provide a comprehensive workout for all fitness levels, and can be used in many different fitness platforms, including group fitness, circuit training, cardio, physical therapy, stretching, yoga, and Pilates. With 95 percent of Core Flyte customers continuing to use the product one year after purchase, customer satisfaction is high.

Core Flytes use patented, ball bearing technology to enable exercisers of all levels to roll with minimal friction and in any direction on any hard, flat surface. Each Core Flyte set includes a pair of the padded, elevated platforms that move using three balls underneath, and can be used under hands or feet. Users get a full-body, core-centric workout to tone, strengthen, and improve overall fitness.

About DTC ECOMM LLC: DTC ECOMM LLC is a $400 million media agency with extensive consumer marketing capabilities. The agency focuses on the DTC (Direct to Consumer) channels, with an emphasis on innovative products for use at home. DTC ECOMM is now the exclusive seller of Core Flytes and all Flyte Fitness products in the U.S., with Flyte Fitness retaining international wholesale rights.

About Flyte Fitness: Flyte Fitness is on a mission to help people improve their cognitive, emotional, and physical health by developing exercise habits on their own terms. The company’s flagship product, the Core Flyte, is a revolutionary stability training tool that helps users target their core muscles and build up muscle strength. The Core Flyte strengthens and stabilizes core muscles, while boosting results from traditional bodyweight exercises. Learn more at FlyteFitness.com.

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Tooling Tech Group Announces FRONTLINE “Cough and Sneeze” Barriers

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Tooling Technology’s FRONTLINE “cough and sneeze” barrier system c

Our Frontline barrier solution enables companies to get the right-sized shielding built and installed on their premises in a very short time frame, protecting both employees and customers.


MACOMB, Mich. (PRWEB)

Tooling Tech Group (TTG) has announced the availability of its FRONTLINE customized transparent barrier protection for quick installation at cash register stations or customer service counters. Appropriate for big box stores, grocery stores, pharmacies and more, these plexiglass barriers serve as a physical layer of protection between employees and patrons while enabling personal interaction. They are designed to prevent the potential transmission of viruses through droplets caused by coughs and sneezes.

“Although the CDC guidelines recommends a distance of 6-feet between people, that is often not possible, particularly during check-out situations,” said Lee Childers, Tooling Tech Group CEO. “Our Frontline solution enables companies to get the right-sized shielding built and installed on their premises in a very short time frame.”

Frontline barriers are available in custom sizes to suit any application. Built with a lightweight, yet durable aluminum frame and clear plexiglass, these barriers can be easily installed using basic tools.

For more information on Frontline protective barrier systems, visit https://www.toolingtechgroup.com/frontline-barrier/ or call (586) 580-4048.

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Health: Mental Health

Experienced Health Professional Proves Meditation Can Help Patients With Long-Term Schizophrenia

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“The Effect of Meditation and Relaxation on Individuals Diagnosed with Long-Term Schizophrenia” by Anthea Morne, RN, Ph.D, LMHC, CASAC

“In order to reduce stress in our lives, we need to create balance and inner peace,” said Morne. “I hope that readers can see the tangible, positive effects meditation can have on their lives through the research presented in my book.”


NEWBURGH, N.Y. (PRWEB)

After 38 years of working with schizophrenic patients, Anthea Morne, RN, Ph.D., LMHC, CASAC, has found meditation to be a great tool to aid mental healing. Recently, she published “The Effect of Meditation and Relaxation on Individuals Diagnosed with Long-Term Schizophrenia” to present research from a six-year experiment she conducted with schizophrenic patients. By instructing them on how to meditate and relax, she was able to help them improve their mental health.

“The Effect of Meditation and Relaxation on Individuals Diagnosed with Long-Term Schizophrenia” is structured to follow the steps of her research process, providing background on schizophrenia, the methodology of the study and the results from the research. One of the key points Morne makes in her study is how meditation can create peace in the lives of her patients.

“Meditation takes you to a quiet and peaceful place,” said Morne. “This can help people remove agitation and turmoil that they face within themselves.”

Although the focus of this book is on the impact meditation can have on people who have schizophrenia, Morne also outlines how it can benefit anyone. At the beginning of the book, she discusses how meditation has impacted her personally and cites other cases that concluded meditation can help ease anxiety.

“In order to reduce stress in our lives, we need to create balance and inner peace,” said Morne. “I hope that readers can see the tangible, positive effects meditation can have on their lives through the research presented in my book.”

“The Effect of Meditation and Relaxation on Individuals Diagnosed with Long-Term Schizophrenia”

By Anthea Morne, RN, Ph.D, LMHC, CASAC

ISBN: 978-1-9736-2153-9 (softcover); 978-1-9736-2154-6 (hardcover); 978-1-9736-2152-2 (electronic)

Available at the WestBow Press Online Bookstore, Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

About the author

Anthea Morne, RN, Ph.D., LMHC, CASAC, has worked with schizophrenic patients for over 38 years and has over 40 years of nursing experience. At the age of 22, Morne came to the United States after working as a registered nurse and nurse-midwife in Dominica, West Indies. She continued to pursue her career as a nurse and raised her family in the U.S. As a health professional, her focus is on spirituality and healing the mind, body and spirit.

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Krista Tillman

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ktillman@lavidge.com

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Five Areas of Risk for Drug and Device Manufacturers Management Report

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FALLS CHURCH, Va. (PRWEB)

Auditing for Quality Manufacturing:

Five Areas of Risk for Drug and Device Manufacturers

Management Report

https://www.fdanews.com/products/59566

Running a quality manufacturing operation requires constant vigilance for drug and device manufacturers.

Is the company conducting effective manufacturing audits?

When one does, one can identify and correct issues before they impact operations. Run the processes and the business smoothly.

Auditing for Quality Manufacturing: Five Areas of Risk for Drug and Device Manufacturers will help reader prepare, organize and streamline the audit approach so one can identify quality issues to establish a more robust operation that stands up to regulatory scrutiny. This management report points to five important areas of focus in auditing to ensure quality:


  • Data integrity

  • Quality culture

  • Aging facilities

  • Investigating manufacturing problems

  • Risk management


By using risk-based approaches to manufacturing audits drug and device manufacturers will identify and mitigate quality issues before they impact business operations.

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NeoTract Designates Dr. Andrew Wright as UroLift® Center of Excellence

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“This designation recognizes Dr. Andrew Wright as a UroLift Center of Excellence for his commitment to providing safe and effective treatment to patients with BPH,” said Dave Amerson


PLEASANTON, Calif. (PRWEB)

NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated (NYSE:TFX) focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced that Andrew Wright, M.D., Urological Associates of Southern AZ, PC in Tucson, AZ, has been designated as a UroLift® Center of Excellence. The designation recognizes that Dr. Wright has achieved a high level of training and experience with the UroLift® System and demonstrated a commitment to exemplary care for men suffering from symptoms associated with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as enlarged prostate.

Recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines, the FDA-cleared Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH. The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue.

The UroLift Center of Excellence program is designed to highlight urologists who are committed to educating their patients on BPH and the UroLift System as a treatment option and consistently seek to deliver excellent patient outcomes and experiences.

“This designation recognizes Dr. Andrew Wright as a UroLift Center of Excellence for his commitment to providing safe and effective treatment to patients with BPH,” said Dave Amerson, president of the Teleflex Interventional Urology business unit. “We are pleased to see the continued acceptance of the UroLift System as a standard of care treatment that may allow men to discontinue the use of BPH medications and improve their quality of life.”

Over 40 million men in the United States are affected by BPH, a condition that occurs when the prostate gland that surrounds the male urethra becomes enlarged with advancing age and begins to obstruct the urinary system. Symptoms of BPH often include interrupted sleep and urinary problems and can cause loss of productivity, depression and decreased quality of life.

Medication is often the first-line therapy for enlarged prostate, but relief can be inadequate and temporary. Side effects of medication treatment can include sexual dysfunction, dizziness and headaches, prompting many patients to quit using the drugs. For these patients, the classic alternative is surgery that cuts, heats or removes prostate tissue to open the blocked urethra. While current surgical options can be very effective in relieving symptoms, they can also leave patients with permanent side effects such as urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and retrograde ejaculation.

About the UroLift® System

The FDA-cleared UroLift System is a proven, minimally invasive technology for treating lower urinary tract symptoms due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The UroLift permanent implants, delivered during a minimally invasive transurethral outpatient procedure, relieve prostate obstruction and open the urethra directly without cutting, heating, or removing prostate tissue. Clinical data from a pivotal 206-patient randomized controlled study showed that patients with enlarged prostate receiving UroLift implants reported rapid and durable symptomatic and urinary flow rate improvement without compromising sexual function*1,2. Patients also experienced a significant improvement in quality of life. Over 100,000 men have been treated with the UroLift System in the U.S. Most common adverse events reported include hematuria, dysuria, micturition urgency, pelvic pain, and urge incontinence. Most symptoms were mild to moderate in severity and resolved within two to four weeks after the procedure. The Prostatic Urethral Lift procedure using the UroLift System is recommended for the treatment of BPH in both the American Urological Association and European Association of Urology clinical guidelines. The UroLift System is available in the U.S., Europe, Australia, Canada, Mexico and South Korea. Learn more at http://www.UroLift.com.

About NeoTract | Teleflex Interventional Urology

A wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated, the Interventional Urology Business Unit is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive and clinically effective devices that address unmet needs in the field of urology. Our initial focus is on improving the standard of care for patients with BPH using the UroLift System, a minimally invasive permanent implant system that treats symptoms while preserving normal sexual function*1,2. Learn more at http://www.NeoTract.com.

About Teleflex Incorporated

Teleflex is a global provider of medical technologies designed to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. We apply purpose driven innovation – a relentless pursuit of identifying unmet clinical needs – to benefit patients and healthcare providers. Our portfolio is diverse, with solutions in the fields of vascular and interventional access, surgical, anesthesia, cardiac care, urology, emergency medicine and respiratory care. Teleflex employees worldwide are united in the understanding that what we do every day makes a difference. For more information, please visit http://www.teleflex.com.

Teleflex is the home of Arrow®, Deknatel®, Hudson RCI®, LMA®, Pilling®, Rusch®, UroLift® and Weck® – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose

For Teleflex Incorporated:

Jake Elguicze, 610.948.2836

Treasurer and Vice President, Investor Relations

Media:

Nicole Osmer, 650.454.0504 nicole@healthandcommerce.com

*No instances of new, sustained erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction

1. Roehrborn, J Urology 2013 LIFT Study

2.McVary, J Sex Med 2016

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New Data Reveals COVID-19’s Impact on Allied Travel Job Demands

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Rehab and allied staffing agencies are quickly pivoting to respiratory therapists, which are severely in demand.


LANCASTER, Pa. (PRWEB)

AlliedTravelCareers.com, the leading online career platform for travel therapists and allied health providers, is releasing proprietary data on allied healthcare job demands amid the COVID-19 crisis. This data shows the extensive changes that are happening in allied healthcare’s travel sector since COVID-19 arrived in the United States.

AlliedTravelCareers.com found that job demand for certain allied healthcare specialties has increased by double and triple digits since the onset of COVID-19. Respiratory technicians have seen the largest demand increase with an increase of 241% in just one month, while job demand for registered respiratory therapists (RRTs) has increased by 139%. This should come as no surprise given that COVID-19 attacks the victim’s respiratory system.

“We’re seeing the travel rehab market drop to levels not seen since 9-11,” said Oliver Feakins, President of AlliedTravelCareers.com’s parent company, TrackFive. “Rehab and allied staffing agencies are quickly pivoting to respiratory therapists, which are severely in demand, or they are recruiting nursing positions.”

Outside of respiratory techs and RRTs, other allied health professions have seen an increase in job demand too.


  •     Pharmacists – 120% increase

  •     Pharmacy Techs – 54% increase

  •     Dialysis Techs – 38% increase

  •     Lab Techs – 30% increase

  •     Med Techs – 20% increase

  •     X-ray Techs – 11% increase

  •     Psychology Techs – 5% increase

Allied healthcare job boards, like AlliedTravelCareers.com, along with many healthcare staffing companies, are turning their marketing budget to focus on these in-demand specialties in order to meet the healthcare industry’s demands.

Prior to March 2020, the most in demand allied healthcare travel jobs in the United States were in high-touch specialties. These specialties include physical therapy (PT), physical therapy assistant (PTA), occupational therapy (OT), certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA), and speech language pathologist (SLP). However, given the nature of this virus, how contagious it is, and the strong need for social distancing, these specialties are seeing a massive drop in demand. AlliedTravelCareers.com found that in one month’s time, job demands for SLP have dropped 34% while PT, OT, PTA, and COTA, have dropped by 28%, 18%, 14%, and 3% respectively.

In addition to shifts in job demand, the data also showed a substantial jump in pay rates to healthcare professionals traveling to high crisis areas such as New York, New Jersey, Michigan, and California.

One question remains. How long will these high job demands and lucrative pay packages last?

AlliedTravelCareers.com is an allied healthcare job board owned by TrackFive. TrackFive is a privately-held technology company that was founded in 2007 in Lancaster, Pa. As a corporate holding company, TrackFive owns a network of industry-specific websites, from trucking to healthcare, that present unique marketing and promotional opportunities for clients. The websites include TravelNurseSource.com, AlliedTravelCareers.com, LocumJobsOnline.com, and AllTruckJobs.com. The brands are designed to help clients find a steady stream of highly qualified referrals. From referral generation to job boards and online advertising, TrackFive websites feature outstanding resources designed to complement and enhance existing marketing initiatives for its clients across the nation. Learn more at https://trackfive.com/.

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Allergy Partners Discusses The Reasons Why to See An Allergist/Immunologist

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Allergy Partners

Allergy Partners Physicians


OCEAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. (PRWEB)

Allergist/Immunologists are specially trained physicians who help with many varied and intriguing health problems. Allergists act as detectives to listen to patients and ask questions to elicit the clues needed to order the right tests to find the allergic cause if one exists, and then to plan the most efficient treatment. Patients will seek allergy doctors out themselves or be referred by their own doctors for help in trying to figure out the causes for many problems and to try to prevent recurrences.

Allergic reactions are an over-reaction of the body’s immune system to “allergens” that non-allergic individuals cope with comfortably. These allergens can be pollens, molds, dust mites, foods, bee venoms, or medications.

Allergist/Immunologist most often deals with conditions affecting the places where the environment and the body come into contact. This involves the surfaces of a person’s body – the skin, the linings of the eyes, nose, sinuses, oral cavity and throat, GI tract, and lungs. These exposures to “allergens” lead to the irritation, known as inflammation, of these linings producing itching, burning, swelling, redness, and/or pain; and complaints that are specific to the organ or tissue involved – eye tearing, nasal congestion and drip, headache, sinus pressure, recurrent coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing, mucous production, hives and GI upset.

Most people think of allergy specialists for the evaluation and treatment of conditions brought on by seasonal changes, like those due to the pollens released into the air leading to Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis and Conjunctivitis or “Hayfever.” They are problematic at different times of the year depending on the part of the country where you live. In the Northeast, there’s been an abrupt onset of tree pollens released in early and mid-spring, grasses by the mid to late spring that taper into the summer, and finally weed pollens in the late summer to fall season.    

Many problems are chronic in nature and occur year-round. Environmental exposures in the home, workplace or even school, such as dust, mold and animal dander can lead to persistent or recurrent nasal, chest or skin symptoms due to Perennial Allergic Rhinitis, Asthma, Sinus Headache and Pressure, and Skin Rashes.

Allergists are deeply involved with all the facets of treating Asthma. We look for the clues to understand the triggers for the “acute attacks” or ongoing coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath that can lead to hospital visits.

Allergy doctors help patients with immediate allergic reactions leading to potentially serious outcomes such as life-threatening Anaphylaxis, Food Allergy, Drug Allergy, and Bee Sting Allergy.

Immunology is at the heart of all disease. As Immunologists we try to understand the body’s immune system and specifically why someone gets recurrent, persistent or unusual infections.

Allergy doctors look for Primary Immune Deficiency diseases. These are generally rare disorders brought on by a defect in the immune system.

Not only do Allergist/Immunologists prescribe medications, but we may be able to effectively “desensitize” a person to the allergens that cause their symptoms. This differentiates what we can do from other physicians. Desensitization involves slowly introducing small amounts of the allergen into the body to slowly change or suppress the over-reactive, allergic state into a tolerant one. This classically involves allergy injections, but newer methods include sublingual or ingestion approaches. Additionally new understandings of the immune system have led to the new class of “Biologics”- treatments that can selectively interfere with the inflammatory immune response in order to prevent symptoms, while keeping the immune system’s essential functions intact. The successes these approaches bring about are some of the most rewarding aspects of what we can do.

The Allergist/ Asthma doctor has in-depth understanding of the allergic and immune responses that explain the “how and why” we get sick and offer different treatment options.

Allergy Partners is a national organization of Allergist/Immunologists, but importantly we are part of a world-wide community of researchers and clinicians devoted to the understanding and treatment of allergic and primary immune disorders.

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