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KMSI Announces COVID 19 Urgent Personnel Training Program

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“Included with this special offer is unlimited use of the course titled Coronavirus Preparedness for Employers and Employees provided by the award winning eLearning development team at Vubiz.”


BALTIMORE (PRWEB)

KMSI, a leading provider of innovative learning, performance and talent management solutions, today announced a special COVID 19 Urgent Personnel Training Program. In light of recent events and the potential need for many organizations to provide policy, preparedness and other time-sensitive training to a large number of personnel on an urgent basis, KMSI is offering the use of its KMxASP learning development and delivery service at a highly discounted price. This offer also includes courseware for Coronavirus preparedness that has been developed to address the needs of both employers and employees.

Through August 31, 2020, new customers can develop, deliver and manage training online to an unlimited number of personnel for $9,995 for up to 90 days. All setup fees are waived with his special offer.

“Included with this special offer is unlimited use of the course titled Coronavirus Preparedness for Employers and Employees provided by the award winning eLearning development team at Vubiz,” said Jack Lee, CEO of KMSI.

KMx is an Advanced Distributed Learning Platform that provides integrated eLearning development, learning management, performance management, and learning content management in one easy to use solution. KMxASP provides an instance of KMx fully hosted as a Software as a Service (SaaS) solution.

The special KMxASP instance will provide for user self-registration and/or customer batch registration. For a nominal fee, KMSI will integrate the KMxASP site with the customer’s internal Single Sign-On (SSO) service. Branding of these KMxASP sites will be limited to the customer’s logo and styles (fonts, colors, images, etc.). The site will include one KMx language pack (English, French, Chinese, etc.). Custom branding options and additional language packs are available at our standard prices.

The KMxASP site will provide for delivery of training to all contemporary desktop, laptop and mobile devices. Site launch and implementation will take less than 48 hours following customer commitment to the program. To learn more about this important program, please visit https://www.kmsi.com/KMxASPv10_covid19.htm

About KMSI

Knowledge Management Solutions, Inc. is a leading provider of innovative learning, performance and talent management solutions supporting millions of end-users at Fortune 2000 companies, associations and government agencies. KMSI’s clients include many of the largest companies in the world, including retail chains, pharmaceuticals, manufacturers, technology companies, utilities, software companies, universities, insurance firms and financial institutions. Please visi http://www.kmsi.com to learn more.

About Vubiz:

Vubiz is an award-winning, leading eLearning provider offering unbeatable pricing, quality content and outstanding customer service. Vubiz has an impressive and diverse library of online courses in timely topics from Management/business skills to Health & Safety to Compliance. Vubiz can brand or customize content to meet client’s needs and can develop any type of new custom content with a highly qualified team of instructional designers and multi-media staff. Vubiz courses are very user-friendly — they require minimal bandwidth and do not require the complex Java setup and packaging process that others do. Vubiz services millions of learners through their network of clients at Fortune 2000 businesses, government and national associations. Visit http://www.vubiz.com for more information.

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Industry: Healthcare

Major Infant Health Collaboration Announced by APC Microbiome Ireland with DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences

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By working with the world’s leading microbiome research institute in APC, we look forward to providing critical health offerings for key unmet needs around maternal and infant health as well as solutions for cognitive health and well-being.


WILMINGTON, Del. (PRWEB)

Today, DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences (DuPont) announced a second collaboration with the APC Microbiome Ireland SFI Research Center (APC), a pioneer in the field of microbiome science, which focuses on microbes that live in and on the body and play a significant role in human health, based at University College Cork and Teagasc Moorepark.

Representatives from both organizations attended an event Washington D.C., to celebrate U.S.-Ireland research and development collaborations, and to announce the ‘Missing Microbes in Infants born by C-section’ (MiMIC) project and its potential to improve infant health. The €6.3 million, four-year project will be funded jointly by DuPont and Science Foundation Ireland’s Spokes program, a platform that is designed to deliver excellent research results and discoveries with industrial relevance to bring significant economic and societal impact.

Martin J. Kullen, Ph.D., Director of Probiotics and Microbiome Research at DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences said, “We are honored and privileged to be working with APC with the help of funding from Science Foundation Ireland on solutions and products that are key to our human microbiome platform. By working with the world’s leading microbiome research institute in APC, we look forward to providing critical health offerings for key unmet needs around maternal and infant health as well as solutions for cognitive health and well-being.”

The DuPont Human Microbiome Venture (HMV) was launched in 2017 to spearhead the development of next-generation microbiome solutions for improved health and wellness. Staying at the forefront of biotechnology innovation, HMV is designed to accelerate product development to complement its existing portfolio and build on DuPont’s strong expertise in prebiotics, microbes, proteins and enzymes.

“We are delighted to further develop our relationship with DuPont for the benefit of human health,” said APC Director Prof. Paul Ross. “APC Microbiome Ireland is a global leader, particularly in mother-infant and gut-brain areas of microbiome science, and this collaboration further strengthens our capabilities for advancing infant health and development.”

The population of bacteria in the gut develops over the first four years of life and plays a key role in human health. Establishment of a healthy gut microbiome in early life is influenced by birth mode, antibiotic use and nutrition, including breast milk components. Infant gut microbiota can be severely depleted in infants born by C-section or exposed to antibiotics. Breastfeeding can help improve microbiota composition.

APC Microbiome Ireland SFI Research Centre is ranked No. 1 globally for research in antimicrobial and therapeutic microbes and is in the top five institutions in the world for microbiome research.

“APC Microbiome Ireland has expanded the research and development capabilities of Ireland in an area of immediate relevance to the food and pharmaceutical sectors of industry,” added Prof. Catherine Stanton, Project Leader at APC Microbiome Ireland. “This project will allow us to identify the gut microbes in early life that play an important role in the short- and long-term health of individuals and will help to develop strategies to balance the microbiota following antibiotic exposure or C-section birth mode.”

Prof. Mark Ferguson, Director General of Science Foundation Ireland and Chief Scientific Adviser to the Government of Ireland said, “Science Foundation Ireland strongly welcomes this collaboration between DuPont and APC Microbiome Ireland SFI Research Centre. SFI Research Centres such as APC Microbiome Ireland are making important scientific advances, attract top research talent to Ireland, enhancing enterprise and industry, training students with critical in-demand skills, and boosting Ireland’s international reputation. We look forward to seeing the results of this industry partnership and its impact on public health.”

The Ireland-based research team also includes Prof. Eugene Dempsey, Consultant Neonatologist at Cork University Maternity Hospital and Clinical Senior Lecturer, Dept. of Pediatrics and Child Health, APC Microbiome Ireland SFI Research Centre, as well as the INFANT Research Centre (UCC) and Prof. John Cryan, who leads brain-gut-microbiome research at APC Microbiome Ireland SFI Research Centre.

About APC Microbiome Ireland

APC Microbiome Ireland SFI Research Centre (APC; http://apc.ucc.ie) explores the role that microbes (microbiome) play in health and disease. Based in University College Cork and Teagasc (the Irish Agriculture and Food Development Authority), APC Microbiome Ireland has established itself as one of the leading global centres in gut microbiota research and has made several landmark discoveries, publishing over 2,700 research articles in peer-reviewed journals. Recent research areas being led by APC Microbiome Ireland, include the development of new diagnostics or biomarkers of health or risk of disease (e.g. colon cancer) based on analysis of the microbiota; exploring the mechanisms by which the microbiota may be favorably mobilized or manipulated (e.g. by bacteriophage) to promote health and ‘mining’ the microbiota for new drugs (e.g. smart antibiotics) and functional food ingredients. Read APC’s ‘Mining Microbes for Mankind – 15 years of Impact’ report at https://apc.ucc.ie/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/APC-15-years-of-IMPACT_FINAL-WEB.pdf

About DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences

DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences applies expert science to advance healthy and sustainable solutions for the food, beverage, dietary supplement and pharmaceutical industries. We also use pioneering biotechnology to enable bio-based solutions that make products and industrial processes more efficient and sustainable. For more information: http://www.dupontnutritionandbiosciences.com or http://www.biosciences.dupont.com.

About DuPont

DuPont (NYSE: DD) is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials, ingredients and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. Our employees apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance their best ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets including electronics, transportation, construction, water, health and wellness, food and worker safety. More information can be found at http://www.dupont.com.

DuPont™, the DuPont Oval Logo, and all trademarks and service marks denoted with ™, SM or ® are owned by affiliates of DuPont de Nemours, Inc. unless otherwise noted.

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Dr. Roberto Velasco Has Been Named Among America’s Best Dentists in 2020

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Dr. Roberto Velasco Houston Top Dentist

Dr. Roberto Velasco Houston Top Dentist


HOUSTON (PRWEB)

Roberto Velasco, DDS is excited to announce that he has been named America’s Top Dentist for 2020 by the National Consumer Advisory Board (NCAB). This annual award honors leaders in the field of dentistry who go above and beyond to provide exceptional patient care and top-notch results. The title of America’s Best Dentist reflects Dr. Velasco’s long-term commitment to innovative prosthodontic services, consistently helping patients enjoy restored function of their teeth and creating a healthy smile.

The NCAB program uses a meticulous process to determine the most outstanding oral professionals in each state. Throughout the year, respected dentists can be nominated by a healthcare colleague or peer. Each candidate’s qualifications will then be reviewed and verified. Finally, the NCAB staff take an in-depth look at the dentist’s education, experience, academic achievements, board certification, professional associations, awards and online patient testimonials. All of the dentists selected for America’s Best Dentist list will:

Have over four years of experience

Care for patients full-time

Average three times the required hours for continuing education

Show great concern for patients

Use magnification for exceptional attention to detail

Not have any suspensions or malpractice issues

Rank nationally among America’s Best Dentists candidates

Be nominated by a peer

Be highly reviewed online

Inclusion as one of America’s Best Dentists is an honor that few dental specialists can boast. For Dr. Velasco, this achievement can be credited to years of hard work and the joy he feels when giving his patients a new smile. “The practice that I run is focused on rehabilitating people that are broken down…we see all the ranges of patients,”. The goal at Uptown Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry is not only to create functional teeth but to also improve an individual’s quality of life. “We put (the teeth) back together so their mouth works properly, their mouth looks good, they feel comfortable, and they are healthy, which is super important. They gain back everything that they have lost because they have lost function, aesthetics, and self-esteem. (We are) putting back together a human that is broken down,”.

About Dr. Robert Velasco

Dr. Velasco received his dental degree from Xavier University, graduating at the top of his class. His love for dental implants and esthetics prompted him to pursue a post-graduate degree in Implant and Esthetic Dentistry with the specialty of prosthodontics. Dr. Velasco completed a competitive residency in Florida before moving to Texas in 2003 to begin his private practice. He is a member of the American College of Prosthodontists, American Dental Association (ADA), Texas Dental Association (TDA), Greater Houston Dental Society (GHDS), Academy of Osseointegration Implant Society (AO) and the American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE).

Uptown Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry offers a variety of dental services, from routine exams to full mouth reconstruction. Dr. Velasco is one of only a handful of dental professionals to specialize in the innovative All-On-4™ treatment, helping patients with missing and damaged teeth in just one day. Uptown Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry uses in-house 3D CAT Scans and an on-site lab to provide exceptional services all in a single location. Go to America’s Best Dentists for additional information on this year’s award winners. For more information on the procedures offered or to arrange a consultation with Dr. Velasco, call the Houston-area office at 713.903.2644.

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Industry: Healthcare

USDM Life Sciences Has Virtual Workforce Solutions and Infrastructure Ready for Deployment

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At USDM, we have established a playbook for managing virtual workforces and have spent 20 years helping our customers with their compliance and IT projects with people who can effectively work from diverse, remote locations.


SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (PRWEB)

USDM Life Sciences, a leading global technology consulting firm focused on accelerating innovation and maximizing productivity for life science organizations, announces that it has virtual workforce solutions available for regulated companies to deploy in response to any gaps that arise during the coronavirus pandemic.

As organizations across the country and the globe address the need for employees to work remotely, there is no doubt that continuity of business activities is critical to maintaining supply and bringing new products to the healthcare ecosystem.

“At USDM, we have established a playbook for managing a virtual workforce and have spent 20 years helping our customers with their compliance and IT projects with people who can effectively work from diverse, remote locations. Our tightly managed approach supported by USDM’s Virtual PMO delivers an effective process that can be leveraged to ensure regulated projects are delivered on-time, with transparency and compliance,” said Kevin Brown, CEO of USDM Life Sciences.

USDM will elaborate on their virtual workforce solutions in an upcoming webinar, “Getting Results on Regulated Projects with Virtual Teams,” on April 2, 2020. Click here to register.

“We have increased our efforts to ensure our customers experience little to no disruption in maintaining their compliance workload and have deployed additional virtual resources to augment any gaps in their processes during this challenging time,” said Brown. “We realize the importance that our services play in helping our customers to discover new medicines and therapies around the world to overcome health concerns like COVID-19.”

USDM’s Managed Staffing programs help regulated companies manage their compliance workload for new projects, change management, periodic reviews, CAPA management, supplier audits, and more. USDM supports the business areas of compliance, quality, and IT to ensure their customers maintain continuous compliance to get new products and innovations to market faster.

If you need immediate support for your IT or compliance efforts experiencing disruption due to growing coronavirus concerns, USDM can help keep your regulated processes intact while you mobilize your workforce and create your virtual playbook.

About USDM Life Sciences:

USDM Life Sciences provides strategy and compliant technology solutions to regulated life sciences companies and makes it easy to accelerate transformation and innovation. USDM Life Sciences focuses exclusively on the regulated biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries and is a compliance partner with the world’s top technology software developers. For more information, visit http://www.usdm.com.

Contact:

Ryan Carmel

USDM Life Sciences

(805) 856-2660

rcarmel@usdm.com

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Molecular Removes Access Barriers to Coronavirus Testing

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Our at-home self-collect capabilities will bring the test directly to the patient, establishing access to care without barriers.


VANCOUVER, Wash. (PRWEB)

By now you have already heard of COVID-19, a new coronavirus disease spreading rapidly throughout the world. The virus responsible is called SARS-CoV-2. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) has reported cases of COVID-19 in over 70 locations, affecting more than 100,000 people globally. While the virus is likely to cause a range of symptoms from mild to more severe, the illness has also resulted in death.

We know that SARS-Cov-2 is spread by person-to-person contact, but the complete clinical picture of the virus is uncertain. More testing is needed to fully understand the virus and how it should be contained. It is unclear if the virus can be spread through asymptomatic transmission or how long the virus can survive without a live host. The incubation period – the period of time that someone may carry the virus before symptoms occur – is estimated to be an average of 5 days, but may be as short as 2 days, and as long as 14.

Limited access to testing has hindered laboratories and healthcare providers from researching and containing the virus. Many health officials are concerned about other cases of COVID-19 that are going undetected due to the lack of available testing. Molecular understood the urgent need for SARS-CoV-2 testing, and we quickly began preparations to make it available.

In the coming weeks we hope to provide SARS-CoV-2 testing to health departments, hospitals, commercial partners, providers, and patients. We have resources to meet the high demand for testing that is anticipated. Our at-home self-collect capabilities will bring the test directly to the patient, establishing access to care without barriers. Anyone showing symptoms of COVID-19 will have access to testing from their own home, rather than elsewhere in the community, where they may expose others to the infection. The test is collected with an easy-to-use nasal swab and is shipped overnight back to the lab. Most results can be delivered within 24-48 hours from the time it is received at our lab, and you can get prompt follow-up care from a licensed physician providing consultation, medication, and recovery instructions.

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Molecular’s mission is to provide accessible and innovative laboratory solutions through collaborative partnerships with payors, private healthcare institutions, universities, and public health organizations. We have revolutionized access to convenient and affordable testing using unique distribution and collection methodologies and believe that everyone should have access to the care they need. For more information about Molecular Testing Labs, please visit our website at http://www.MolecularTestingLabs.com. For a full menu of our at-home testing, please visit http://www.MyHomeTests.com.

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Personalized Integrative Medicine and Patient-Focused Care Highlighted On “In Depth” With Laurence Fishburne

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The upcoming episode on “In Depth” with Laurence Fishburne will further explore patient-focused care and personalized integrative medicine.


FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (PRWEB)

American actor, producer, and playwright, Laurence Fishburne, is the host of the educational program “In Depth”. The show interviews experts about a wide array of topics to educate its viewing audience about issues taking place in the world today. A new episode will plunge into the medical field by discussing personalized integrative medicine.

Integrative medicine differs from standard medical treatment. This type of care takes a patient-focused approach. Putting the patient first means taking time to get to know the patient and taking into consideration their beliefs and values in regards to their health. Conventional medicine focuses primarily on the disease, whereas integrative medicine takes into account a patient’s emotional, physical, spiritual, mental, and environment.

Often western medicine misinterprets symptoms as diseases, whereas integrative medicine works to treat the underlying causes for an individual’s symptoms. Research shows there is a connection between the immune system and brain and a person’s emotional state and disease. Integrative medicine uses laboratory and genetic testing to determine the appropriate route of treatment for a patient’s needs. This approach uses treatments that encourage the body’s healing process by removing barriers to healing and providing the body with what it requires to achieve optimal health. The least invasive procedures, which include natural evidence-based, are used first instead of more severe options when appropriate.

The upcoming episode on “In Depth” with Laurence Fishburne will further explore patient-focused care and personalized integrative medicine.

“In Depth” with Laurence Fishburne is carefully reviewed before broadcast. The informational program has accepted several accolades.

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MaidPro Releases Internal Training Video on Corona Preparedness to Help Inform Public & Businesses on How to Stay Safe

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MaidPro Coronavirus Training Video

MaidPro Coronavirus Training Video

“As professionals in the cleaning industry, we have knowledge that can help keep our communities informed and protected. Whether it is other cleaning companies, schools, hospitals, or just concerned citizens, this training video will help.”


BOSTON (PRWEB)

MaidPro, a residential cleaning business, has released its internal training video on Corona Preparedness to help communities stay safe during the rising spread of the virus. This is the first time MaidPro has made one of their professional training videos available to the public.

WATCH CORONAVIRUS PREPAREDNESS VIDEO HERE

The 45-minute video covers everything you need to know about disinfecting your environment to remove harmful viruses and bacteria. The training video is hosted by MaidPro’s Chief Cleaning Officer, Melissa Homer.

“I’ve been in the commercial, chemical, and professional cleaning business for 20 years. My job at MaidPro is to provide the safest, most effective cleaning solutions and procedures for our franchise locations,” says Homer. “I work with the industry’s top scientists and have been recognized by some of the nation’s top media outlets including HGTV, The Boston Globe, A&E, Washington Post, and more.”

WATCH CORONAVIRUS PREPAREDNESS VIDEO HERE

As of March 12, 2020, eight countries including the United States are reporting more than 1,000 cases of COVID-19. The United States Government has banned all travel to Europe for the next 30 days (excluding the UK). The National Basketball Association has suspended their season indefinitely and many major universities and businesses are following suit.

“Our reasons for releasing our training video is to help protect everyone from this dangerous disease,” states Mark Kushinsky, MaidPro CEO. “As professionals in the cleaning industry, we have knowledge that can help keep our communities informed and protected. The fact that we are hands-on in the field cleaning and disinfecting our client’s homes is something we are taking very seriously. Whether it is other cleaning companies, schools, hospitals, or just concerned citizens, this training video will help.”

WATCH CORONAVIRUS PREPAREDNESS VIDEO HERE

MaidPro has been in the cleaning business for over 28 years, has 285 locations across the United States and Canada, and prides itself on using the most effective and safe strategies to keep homes and families healthy.

MaidPro has detailed some tips to help keep your home COVID-19 free:

  • There is a difference between sanitizing and disinfecting. Use cleaning products that clearly state “disinfectant”. Leave the product on surfaces for 10 minutes before wiping down.

  • Disinfect commonly touched objects.

  • Use different towels/sponges when cleaning different rooms to prevent the spread of germs and cross contamination.

  • Wash hands with soap and water for a minimum of 20 seconds. Keep hands away from face.

  • If you or a loved one feels ill, stay home and seek medical attention. Stay informed using the CDC.


WATCH CORONAVIRUS PREPAREDNESS VIDEO HERE

ABOUT MAIDPRO

MaidPro is a Boston-based franchisor of house cleaning services with over 285 locations in 38 states, the District of Columbia, and Canada. The company, which began franchising in 1997, takes pride in its strong owner community, cutting-edge technology, and creative marketing. It has been honored with the Franchise Business Review’s Four-Star Rating and Franchise 50 awards every year from 2006 to 2020 for owner satisfaction. Forbes has named MaidPro a Top Franchise to Own three times. MaidPro was named one of the Top 50 Franchises for Minorities by USA Today’s Franchising Today. MaidPro is also a proud member of the International Franchise Association, Canadian Franchise Association, and the New England Franchise Association. The company can be found online at http://www.maidprofranchise.com.

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HealthcareMandA.com to Host Webinar, The State of the Hospital M&A Market in 2020: Regionals Rule

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In this webinar, we’ll discuss the state of the hospital market now and headwinds that could affect M&A in the future, including upcoming surprise billing legislation, the Trump Administration’s push for price transparency requirements and the fate of the ACA’s latest review by SCOTUS.


NORWALK, Conn. (PRWEB)

The U.S. hospital market has been “in transition” for years. Predictions that strong regional systems would form across state lines are now a reality. Small community and rural hospitals are either finding partners in larger systems or are closing. Divestiture programs from some for-profit chains are winding down, resulting in lighter geographic footprints and new strategic focus.

In this webinar, we’ll discuss the state of the hospital market now and headwinds that could affect M&A in the future, including upcoming surprise billing legislation, the Trump Administration’s push for price transparency requirements and the fate of the Affordable Care Act’s latest review by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Lisa Phillips, Editorial Director of HealthcareMandA.com, will host a discussion with experts in the hospital industry, including Bobby Guy, Shareholder, Polsinelli, Chris Schoeplein, Vice President, Ponder & Co., and Patrick Pilch, Managing Director and National Leader, The BDO Center for Healthcare Excellence & Innovation. The group will cover a wide range of questions, including where are the opportunities in the U.S. hospital market today, what is the potential impact on the market if the ACA is repealed, which regional systems are still expanding and which are selling, and more.

All of our webinars are recorded, allowing you to watch at a later date even if you are unable to attend the event live. For more information, please visit https://products.levinassociates.com/downloads/2003web/ or call 203-846-6800

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AuDConnex Launches Newly Re-designed 3X Business Enhancement Program

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RENO, Nev. (PRWEB)

AuDConnex is excited to announce their newly re-designed 3X Business Enhancement Program. The country’s premier collaborative audiology network/buying group is opening up its successful 3X program to all AuDConnex Practices. You no longer have to be a 3X member to receive practice changing tools and strategy.

“Over the past four years we have seen offices who have invested the time in our 3X program grow their practice exponentially. We want to share these important business tools and strategies to help all of our members across the country. It’s too good of a program not to share it,” says Rich Johnson, Au.D., co-founder of AuDConnex.

AuDConnex designed the original members only 3X program in 2016 to help growth minded business owners take their practice to the next level. “Audiologists are trained to be great hearing care practitioners, but many struggle with the tools and strategies needed to make the business side of their practice successful. That’s why 3X is a game changer,” adds Johnson.

The 3X Business Enhancement Program has been newly re-designed with more business enhancement support, including: exclusive owner and staff training workshops and events, wealth management, sales training, human resources support, business management support, and marketing.

“The program really works. We hear tremendous feedback from our members. In fact, the average 3X member is growing their business by 27% every year. It is truly changing the direction of private practices. The benefits are endless,” says Michael Iliff, Au.D., co-founder of AuDConnex.

For more information about the 3X Business Enhancement Program, email info@audconnex.com or manager@audconnex.com.

About AuDConnex

AuDConnex is a collaborative audiology network/buying group with operations in both the United States and Canada. Founded in 2011 by Rich Johnson, Au.D., Michael Illiff, Au.D., FAAA, CCC-A, and Ryan Lewis on the belief that we are stronger as a group than as individuals. The goal of AuDConnex is simple. We are dedicated to helping private practice audiologists simplify their practice strategy, save money, and succeed in an ever changing and competitive marketplace.

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Home Care Providers Seek to Ease Coronavirus Anxieties

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Data bears out that seniors who have an in-home Caregiver require 25% fewer doctor’s visits and are less likely to require hospitalizations.


WASHINGTON (PRWEB)

As a key part of the health care continuum for America’s seniors, home care providers are working to allay their clients’ fears in the face of the current global outbreak of novel coronavirus-19.

“While the majority of home care clients are part of the population most vulnerable to the Coronavirus outbreak – elderly people with underlying medical conditions – the very nature of home care makes it the safest care environment during this uncertain time,” said Emma Dickison, President of HCAOA.

“Care is delivered one-to-one, as opposed to a group environment, and our Caregivers are in the best position to observe any changes to a client’s condition, as they combine for over 1 million hours of close personal care every day. Furthermore, data bears out that seniors who have an in-home Caregiver require 25% fewer doctor’s visits and are less likely to require hospitalizations. Caregivers, especially in states where home care requires a license, are working under emergency protocols and can serve as effective triage for the health care system due to their proximity to and personal knowledge of their clients.”

To help member organizations navigate the growing concern of COVID-19, the Home Care Association of America, which represents more than 3,000 home care agencies across the country, has urged its member organizations to have regular communications with their staff, clients and families.

“During times like these, useful information particularly on how our home care agencies are protecting clients as well as our workers, and preparing for emergencies, helps reduce anxiety” said Dickison. All of our home care agencies are encouraged to communicate routinely with clients and their families to let them know our emergency plans and what protocols we are following now to ensure the safety of client as well as our home care aides.”

“As anyone deeply involved in personal and health care knows, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” said Dickison. “Families of individuals receiving care in their home are encouraged to contact their provider with any questions they may have in case of an emergency.”

About HCAOA

Founded in 2002, the Home Care Association of America (HCAOA) is the industry’s leading trade association – currently representing nearly 3,000 companies that employ more than 500,000 caregivers across the United States. HCAOA serves as the home care industry’s unified voice. Representing a diverse number of small, mid-level and large corporations, HCAOA unites the industry through speaking with one voice in Washington, D.C. and state capitals across the country. HCAOA protects industry interests, promotes industry values, tackles barriers to growth and takes on industry-wide issues.

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