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Escape to Shape named World’s Best Spa & Wellness Tour Operator 2019 by Worlds Spa Awards 2019

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“We are honored to be recognized for doing something that we love – sharing our passion for travel and wellness with our guests around the world,” says Escape to Shape founder Erica Gragg.


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Escape to Shape, a leader in curating authentic and memorable experienced-based holidays that combine luxury, culture, wellness, fitness, and relaxation, has been awarded World’s Best Spa and Wellness Tour Operator 2019 by Worlds Spa Awards 2019. Escape to Shape was one of six companies in this category which is open to those that combine proven expertise with on the ground specialist knowledge and relationships, to give the spa and wellness tourism consumer the best value for money and the best spa and wellness holiday experiences.

Leading figures of the global spa and wellness industry gathered Monday, October 21, 2019 in Dubai, UAE for the Worlds Spa Awards 2019 – a global initiative to recognize, reward and celebrate excellence in the spa and wellness sector. The Worlds Spa Awards launched in 2015 and aims to drive up standards in spa and wellness tourism and foster growth by rewarding the leading organizations in their respective fields.

Curating adventures in wellness, Escape to Shape’s experience-based wellness holidays combine exploring the world while getting fit, practicing mindfulness, and eating nutritiously, all with authenticity, luxury and style. A pioneer in the “wellness tourism” field, Escape to Shape broke the mold of the typical ‘yoga retreat,’ going beyond to incorporate a variety of physical activities (yoga, Pilates, dance cardio, barre–based classes, circuit training, hiking, biking, etc.), as well as meditation, mindful eating, and exploration of the unique culture of each destination.

“We are honored to be recognized for doing something that we love – sharing our passion for travel and wellness with our guests around the world,” says Escape to Shape founder Erica Gragg. “Receiving this award motivates us to continue to offer our Escapes in unique destinations around the world, to take wellness beyond fitness and food, and to offer our guests experiences to explore and elevate.”

The weeklong “Escapes” emphasize a balanced travel experience, beginning with a personalized health and wellness questionnaire for each guest, and a schedule that infuses each day with local flavors – both in the food and the daily activities. Escapes have taken place in 65 countries thus far – from Bali to Botswana to Bhutan – and each trip is meticulously planned and curated by founders Erica Gragg and Francesco Anchisi. Together they scout each destination and activity, and hand-select the staff, including guides, fitness instructors and chefs. The company also offers travel consulting and bespoke trips, providing local transportation arrangement, reservations, guides, a comprehensive packing list, and even assistance with visa applications as needed.

Built on the philosophy that ‘wellness is the new luxury, and experiences are the new things,’ Escape To Shape recognizes that people are hungry for connection and for a total mind/body experience that takes them out of their day-to-day lives, widens their perspective, and provides them with the opportunity not only to connect with like-minded people, but to reconnect with themselves.

About Escape to Shape

Escape To Shape is the vision of Erica Gragg and Francesco Anchisi, two ‘gypsetters’* who believe in a sophisticated yet down-to-earth way of living- blending traveling, local flavors, experiences and entertaining with balance & wellness. Together the two have successfully married their passions for travel and cultural connections with fitness and wellness, creating a unique and rewarding way to experience the world. Each unique ESCAPE TO SHAPE location provides a perfect backdrop and platform for discerning guests to re-discover themselves while discovering a new culture. Each location, activity and menu is hand selected and curated by Erica and Francesco so as to ensure that guests experience the most authentic and very best each culture has to offer- a blend of cultural ‘must sees’ with an ‘in-the-know’ edge and off-the-beaten path treasures. https://escapetoshape.com/

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Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month Draws Attention to Life-Threatening, Often Misdiagnosed Disease

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“Although treatment options exist to help people with PH, early diagnosis is still a problem for many individuals and that is why awareness of the disease is so critical.” – Karen A. Fagan, M.D., PHA Board of Trustees chair and chief of pulmonary and critical care medicine, Univ. of South Alabama


SILVER SPRING, Md. (PRWEB)

Each November, the Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA) launches a national campaign to raise awareness about pulmonary hypertension (PH), a progressive lung disease defined by high blood pressure in the lungs that can cause right heart failure and death.

In 2019, Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month focuses on promoting risk factors and symptoms by featuring “PHaces of Hope,” courageous individuals who live with PH. The complex disease is thought to affect an estimated 25 million adults and children worldwide, and can occur among those with left-heart disease, along with other associated conditions such as sleep apnea, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or scleroderma, or from congestive heart issues among babies and young children. The disease is significantly underdiagnosed and misunderstood. For example, many people with PH are misdiagnosed with more common illnesses, such as asthma. Symptoms, including shortness of breath, fatigue and chest pain, are not necessarily specific to PH and can lead to dangerous delays in a correct diagnosis.

Although no cure exists, early diagnosis and proper treatment can extend and improve a patient’s quality of life. In addition, advances in treatment and a better understanding of PH have led to effective therapies, better quality of life and improved survival for many types of PH, once diagnosed.

“Although treatment options exist to help people with PH, early diagnosis is still a problem for many individuals and that is why awareness of the disease is so critical,” said Karen A. Fagan, M.D., PHA Board of Trustees chair, professor of internal medicine and pharmacology, and chief of pulmonary and critical care medicine at the University of South Alabama, Mobile, Ala. “Our campaign targets awareness among those in the medical community as well as patients, since early diagnosis can lead to better outcomes.”

The “PHaces of Hope” campaign celebrates a community of individuals with PH, along with their caregivers and health care professionals, who continue to inspire and empower others.

PHA asks that people in the PH community submit either a short written or video story by filling out a form at PHAssociation.org/ShareYourHope. Stories from the campaign will be shared on PHA’s social media channels and on the PHA website at PHAssociation.org/PHaces.

PHA’s outreach during November includes social media (including its special “PHaces of Hope” campaign), advocacy and educational components to drive awareness and ultimately a cure for PH. More information about PH, the campaign and how to spread awareness can be found at: PHAssociation.org/AwarenessMonth.

PHA is grateful for the sponsorship support provided by Actelion Pharmaceuticals U.S., Inc. for Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month.

About the Pulmonary Hypertension Association

Headquartered in Silver Spring, Md., the Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA) is the country’s oldest and largest nonprofit patient association dedicated to the pulmonary hypertension (PH) community. Pulmonary hypertension is a rare, chronic and life-threatening disease of the lungs for which no cure currently exists. PHA’s mission is to extend and improve the lives of those affected by PH. To achieve this mission, PHA engages people with PH and their families, caregivers, health care providers, and researchers worldwide who work together to advocate for the PH community, provide support to patients, caregivers and families, offer up-to-date education and information on PH, improve quality patient care, and fund and promote research. For more information, visit PHAssociation.org and connect with PHA on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

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Construction Industry Disruptor Anne Aristeo Martinelli Keynotes Women’s Leadership Event, Oct. 30 in Indianapolis

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“It’s a power-packed leadership and networking session for women,” says Meechelle Parker of Great Lakes WBC’s Indianapolis office.


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More than a business buzzword, disruption at its best can mean innovation that sets a new bar for competition and success. Anne Aristeo Martinelli, chief strategy officer at Aristeo Construction, the largest certified woman-owned construction business in the nation, will keynote “Transforming Disruptive Innovation into a Competitive Advantage,” taking place Wednesday, Oct. 30 at Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis/South Greenwood.

Organized by Great Lakes Women’s Business Council (Great Lakes WBC), the event brings current and aspiring women business owners together to learn and share ideas on capitalizing on disruptive innovation to achieve business success. In addition to Martinelli’s talk on innovation and leadership, the event features a panel discussion with local certified Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) who are disruptive in their industries and willing to share their stories and wisdom to help encourage other women toward innovation, disruption and success.

“Women Who Broke the Mold” panelists include Marcia Barnes of Valve+Meter Performance Marketing, Thresette Briggs of Performance 3 LLC, Carol Curran of Phoenix Data Corporation and Jennifer Wiese of BeeFree LLC. Charlotte Westerhaus-Renfrow of Indiana University Kelley School of Business will serve as emcee.

“Transforming Disruptive Innovation into a Competitive Advantage” is open to the public and runs from 8:30 a.m. until noon. An interactive afternoon session from 1 until 4 p.m. features a workshop on “Brand Fuel for Disruptive Growth” with Richard Gripp of Ignite LLC. All are welcome to attend this portion. The afternoon also offers the opportunity for certified WBEs to connect with corporate members at Corporate Communications, as they share keys to building business alliances and long-term strategies.

“It’s a power-packed leadership session for women to learn, engage, network and share strategies for success,” says Meechelle Parker, Indiana WBE/corporate member services manager at Great Lakes WBC in Indianapolis.

The event is a program of Great Lakes WBC’s execWE initiative, which focuses on crucial leadership skills needed by women business owners, and is offered in partnership with NAWBO-Indianapolis. Sponsors include Cummins, Honda, Indiana University, Toyota and Vectren.

Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis/South Greenwood is located at 5255 Noggle Way in Indianapolis.

The $75 cost includes breakfast and refreshments. Register by Oct. 28 at greatlakeswbc.org/execwe or contact mparker@greatlakeswbc.org for more information.

About Great Lakes Women’s Business Council (Great Lakes WBC):

Founded in 1984 by executive director Michelle Richards, the nonprofit Great Lakes WBC is a champion for women, minority and small business owners, providing access to capital and corporate procurement opportunities, WBE certification and small business training. Great Lakes WBC represents more than 1300 WBEs, generating approximately $12.4 billion in annual revenue, employing 58,500 U.S. workers, and working with 95 corporate partners in a range of industry sectors. In addition, Great Lakes WBC has supported more than 11,000 small businesses with training and counseling, created 1800 jobs and provided $7 million in microloans. For more information, visit greatlakeswbc.org.

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Arrow Benefits Group Launches Award-Winning Joint-Partnership Program for Clients

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Joining together with a partner in the industry who approaches a situation differently enables both to serve clients on a much broader scale.


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Benefits advising is typically a highly competitive industry. But now Arrow Benefits Group is breaking the mold, where Principal Andrew McNeil and Spanish Language Division (Alianza) lead Rosario Avila have teamed up to form The Power of Two, an unprecedented collaboration that has garnered them the prestigious award “2019 Benefits Advisers of the Year” by Employee Benefits Adviser (EBA), the first time this award has been granted jointly. This unique partnership of benefits advisers serves their clients by focusing on being proactive rather than reactive, and this unique perspective is generating results. Arrow customers are already seeing the benefits of this kind of joint-venture “Andrew and Rosario worked with me on a partnership to bring CPR classes to the Spanish-speaking community. They bring varying important perspectives to the table and then work collaboratively to find the best solution. Their differences complement each other and they bring thoughtful, comprehensive solutions to every situation. Working together, they truly demonstrate that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts,” said Lori Zaret SPHR, SVP Human Resources, Exchange Bank. To book time with this dynamic duo or for more information call: 707-992-3789 or email andrewm@arrowbenefitsgroup.com.

After discussions about the broad and diverse range of needs of their clients, McNeil and Avila recognized that often just one high-level representative who may specialize in a particular area can’t always fulfill the client’s needs alone. They saw an opportunity among their wide breadth of skills and experience as a duo. Joining together with a partner in the industry who approaches a situation differently enables both to serve clients on a much broader scale. “The Power of Two is a way to make each other better, both client and agent,” notes Avila. “They can finish each other’s thoughts; they’re so in sync with one another. But they’re also really different and really complementary,” says Lori Zaret of Exchange Bank. “When we’re jiving on each other’s vibe, the chemistry is really hard to duplicate,” McNeil said. To read more about why McNeil and Avila were selected for the 2019 Benefits Adviser of the Year award, go to: https://www.employeebenefitadviser.com/news/employee-benefit-adviser-names-2019-advisers-of-the-year

Continuing a tradition of industry innovation at Arrow, The Power of Two program has many objectives that buck the traditional approach to benefits advising. Benefits brokers typically meet with their clients once a year and do not necessarily have contact with their client’s employees. This has always been done differently at Arrow, and now The Power of Two project is a strategic plan to review each client throughout the year, as well as working directly with employees and their families to educate them on the benefits provided and to resolve benefits-related issues. This is not the industry norm. These dedicated relationships ensure that the benefits program is what the employer and employees want and need.

Employee benefits are often the second-highest line item in a company’s budget after payroll, and yet if employees do not understand their benefits package, they will not use them to their fullest potential. Underutilization of benefits results in an extreme waste of resources, and ultimately a less healthy workforce. McNeil and Avila’s dedication to benefits education also inspired them to create BenefitsTV, a series of videos posted to social media, after recognizing the lack of digital informational content accessible to lay people wanting to better understand their employee benefits.

About Arrow Benefits Group

Arrow Benefits Group, the third largest benefits firm in the North Bay, is a proud member of TRUE Network Advisors. Arrow Benefits Group is the single-source solution for managing the complexities of benefits with expert advice, customized programs, and personalized solutions. Arrow’s innovative programs control costs and give employees a greater sense of financial and emotional security. For straight answers to employee benefits call 707-992-3780 or visit http://www.arrowbenefitsgroup.com

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Chicagoland resort announces holiday programming including The Voice’s Keith Semple

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Eaglewood Resort and Spa is embracing fall and the holiday months in a big way. Chicagoland residents and visitors can anticipate a variety of exciting activities from this Itasca resort, as well as delicious food and cocktails now through the end of the year.

Fall events and activities at Eaglewood Resort and Spa include:


  • Rakin’ In The Fun: With overnight packages starting at $199, Eaglewood Resort and Spa is offering a family-fun getaway package that includes daily hot breakfast buffet for two adults and two children in Burnham’s Restaurant, complimentary arts and crafts in the Market, one-hour of cosmic bowling at the resort’s onsite bowling alley, Kegler’s, one large homemade, thin crust pizza, a pitcher of soda, and access to all of the resort’s fall activities.

  • 2019 Halloween Ball: The resort welcomes Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones’ big-band back to the resort on Sat., Oct. 26 for a night of boo-rific live performances and spooky costumes. Guests of the Halloween Ball will be treated to a night of unforgettable live music, dancing, a costume contest and full bar and appetizers. The Halloween Ball is complimentary to all guests and takes place from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. in the lobby.

  • Fall Spa Treatments: The Spa at Eaglewood has something for everyone to indulge in during the autumn months. From apple harvest facials, to citrus infused aromatherapy massages and hydrating body treatments, the spa will help guests get their skin in tip-top-shape in anticipation for the winter months.

  • Thanksgiving Champagne Feast: Bring on the turkey, potatoes, pies and more. Featuring an array of traditional favorite dishes and non-traditional selections, such as international cheese selections, grilled veggies, seared sirloin New York Strip, cast iron apple cobbler**, and more – everyone who sits at Eaglewood Resort and Spa’s Thanksgiving table is sure to leave full and satisfied. A special “Burnt Turkey” cocktail* is also sure to delight guests. The Thanksgiving buffet is available on Thurs., Nov. 28 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adults are $35.95, children ages six to 12 are $15.95, and kids under six are free.

  • Turkey Shoot Public Golf Tournament: Golf enthusiasts are invited to end the 2019 Chicago golf season with a bang and join Eaglewood Resort & Spa on Sat., Nov. 23 for the resort’s last public golf tournament of the year. Priced at $65 per person, the event includes a warm bowl of chili at the turn and a tasty Thanksgiving-themed lunch buffet afterwards.

Ho-Ho-Ho-Holiday events and activities at Eaglewood Resort and Spa include:

  • Cure Your Cabin Fever Family Package: With overnight packages starting at $199, Eaglewood Resort and Spa is offering a family-fun getaway package that includes spacious overnight accommodations, daily hot breakfast buffet for two adults and two children in Burnham’s Restaurant, complimentary arts and crafts, one-hour of cosmic bowling at the resort’s onsite bowling alley, Kegler’s, one large homemade, thin crust pizza, a pitcher of soda, and access to all of the resort’s winter activities. The package also includes unlimited access to the resort’s heated indoor pool, hot tub, expansive fitness center, sauna and steam room. If snow is on the ground, guests can rent snowshoes and cross-country skis to tour the resort’s 109 acres.

  • Winter Luxe Spa Services: The Spa at Eaglewood is the ultimate luxury experience – from velvet renewal skin treatments, to vitamin glow facials, The Spa at Eaglewood has something for everyone, and spa gift certificates make a perfect gift this holiday season.

  • Breakfast with Santa: Guests, locals and families alike are invited to Breakfast with Santa on Sat., Dec. 7 from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Priced at $17.95 for adults, $10.95 children five through 12, and free for children under five years old, reservations are highly recommended as this event is anticipated to sell out.

  • New Year’s Eve: Guests are invited to celebrate the end of the decade on Tuesday, Dec. 31 at a lavish party with live music by The Voice’s Keith Semple, a Northern Irish pop-rock singer-songwriter from Larne, Northern Ireland who finished in the top 24 on season nine of the Voice. The evening includes an open bar and midnight champagne toast. The resort offers special New Year’s Eve packages including overnight accommodations, early check-in and late check-out as well as restaurant options. Advanced reservations are highly recommended as tickets sell out fast.

More information about Eaglewood Resort and Spa’s fall, winter and holiday events and booking information can be found at http://www.eaglewoodresort.com.

About Eaglewood Resort & Spa

Conveniently located just 12 miles west of O’Hare International Airport and 25 miles from downtown Chicago, Eaglewood Resort & Spa is nestled on 106 lush acres in Itasca, Illinois. Managed by Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, the AAA Four-Diamond resort features 295 spacious guestrooms and suites featuring large walk out balconies showcasing views of the championship golf course. Eaglewood boasts three distinct dining venues with fine and casual menu options, first-class recreation including a complete health SPA, 18-hole championship golf course, sparkling indoor pool with sundeck, fitness center and six-lane retro Kegler’s Bowling Alley, as well as 37,000 square feet of IACC-certified meeting and event space.

Eaglewood Resort & Spa

1401 Nordic Road

Itasca, IL 60143

http://www.eaglewoodresort.com

630-773-1400

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Kelli Hartsock

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**The Burnt Turkey Cocktail Recipe

A fun twist on a cocktail for when it gets stressful in the kitchen. The Burnt Turkey is the Eaglewood Resort & Spa’s twist on a Smoked Old Fashioned.

Ingredients:

  • 2oz Bulleit Bourbon, any bourbon will work

  • ½ oz fresh lemon juice

  • 1oz honey sage simple syrup

  • small sprig of sage

  • 3 sugar coated cranberries

Directions:

1.    In a shaker with ice add bourbon, lemon juice & simple syrup

2.    Shake for 15 seconds

3.    Strain over fresh ice

4.    Skewer 3 sugar coated cranberries

5.    Add sprig of sage and with a torch or lighter burn the tips of the sage to give off that great Thanksgiving smell of fresh herbs roasting

**Cast iron apple cobbler recipe & photo also available upon request

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Allegheny Health Network Names Pietro Bajona, MD, PhD, Director of Cardiac Surgery at Forbes Hospital

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Allegheny Health Network is pleased to announce the appointment of cardiovascular surgeon, Pietro Bajona, MD, PhD, as Director of Cardiac Surgery at Forbes Hospital.

“Dr. Bajona is an extremely talented cardiac surgeon and physician leader who has demonstrated a unique ability to envision, develop and formalize programs that provide effective, specialized treatment paths for patients.”


PITTSBURGH (PRWEB)

Allegheny Health Network (AHN) is pleased to announce the appointment of cardiovascular surgeon, Pietro Bajona, MD, PhD, as Director of Cardiac Surgery at Forbes Hospital.

In this role, Dr. Bajona will guide the hospital’s multidisciplinary heart care team while also assuming full surgical responsibilities. His expertise and practice will strengthen the hospital’s foothold in the eastern corridor while also broaden the full spectrum of care for patients diagnosed with complex heart diseases.

“Forbes Hospital is one of the region’s best kept secrets for the high quality of its cardiovascular medicine and cardiothoracic surgery programs,” said Dr. Bajona. “It’s a privilege to help continue that tradition and work alongside so many talented and dedicated cardiologists and other clinicians as we expand our footprint as a full service center for cardiovascular care in the eastern suburbs.”

Dr. Bajona specializes in complex heart diseases including aortic stenosis and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), among others, and performs aortic and mitral valve repair and replacements as well as heart transplant procedures.

“Dr. Bajona is an extremely talented cardiac surgeon and physician leader who has demonstrated a unique ability to envision, develop and formalize programs that provide effective, specialized treatment paths for patients,” said George Magovern, MD, chair, AHN Cardiovascular Institute. “His leadership prowess, paired with his clinical practice, will be an invaluable asset for AHN and the local community.”

Tapping into his previous position, Dr. Bajona will also stand up a robust clinical program for the treatment of HCM, a complex heart disease that reduces blood flow and ranks as the top cause for sudden cardiac death in people under 30 years old.

Prior to joining AHN, Dr. Bajona served as the surgical director of the HCM program at the University of Texas (UT) Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. At UT Southwestern Medical Center, he built a nationally-recognized, multi-disciplinary referral center for patients diagnosed with this disease. It was the first certified surgical center for the treatment of HCM in the state.

Certified by the European Board of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery (FETCS), Dr. Bajona is an active member of several national and international professional organizations, including the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, American Heart Association, the European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery and the Italian Society of Cardiac Surgery.

A graduate of the University of Ferrara Medical School in Italy, Dr. Bajona completed post-graduate training with fellowships at the University of Toronto, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, New York.

For more information on the AHN Cardiovascular Institute, visit http://www.ahn.org/cardiovascular.

About the Allegheny Health Network:

Allegheny Health Network (AHN.org), a Highmark Health company, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving the greater Western Pennsylvania region. The Network is composed of eight hospitals, including Allegheny General Hospital, its flagship academic medical center in Pittsburgh, Allegheny Valley Hospital in Natrona Heights, Canonsburg Hospital in Canonsburg, Forbes Hospital in Monroeville, Jefferson Hospital in Jefferson Hills, Saint Vincent Hospital in Erie, West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh and Westfield Memorial Hospital in Westfield, NY. The Network provides patients with access to a complete spectrum of advanced medical services, including nationally recognized programs for primary and emergency care, cardiovascular disease, cancer care, orthopedic surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, women’s health, diabetes and more. It also is home to a comprehensive research institute; Health + Wellness Pavilions; an employed physician organization, home and community based health services and a group purchasing organization. The Network employs approximately 21,000 people, has more than 2,400 physicians on its medical staff and serves as a clinical campus for Drexel University College of Medicine, Temple University School of Medicine, and the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.

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Northern Westchester Hospital launches “We Can Resist” anti-vaping PSA for teens created by teens on President’s Junior Leadership Council

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The marketing campaign has been so successful that Juul sales to teenagers rose from $200 million in 2017 to a projected $3.4 billion in 2019.

“We urge parents to have honest and open conversations with their loved ones—especially teenagers—about their use of THC oils and the need to stop using them immediately,” says Northern Westchester Hospital Chief Medical Officer Dr. Marla Koroly.


MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. (PRWEB)

We Can Resist, an anti-vaping public service announcement (PSA) created by teenagers on Northern Westchester Hospital’s (NWH) 50-member President’s Junior Leadership Council is being made available to media, schools, PTAs and community organizations. The PSA, which is also available on YouTube, was funded by a generous grant from the Thomas and Agnes Carvel Foundation.

The release of the PSA coincides with rising concerns about the dangers of vaping as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has identified more than 1,000 cases of vaping–related lung disease with 26 deaths reported from 21 states as of October 11.

According to the hospital’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Marla Koroly, NWH has diagnosed five cases of vaping related lung injury over the past few weeks, one of whom was a 17-year-old. The hospital has been working with its medical staff, the CDC and the New York State Department of Health in the identification and treatment of these illnesses.

“Although patients with Vaping Related Lung Injury vape both nicotine and THC oils (tetrahydrocannabinol-the active ingredient in marijuana), it seems as though the illness may be related to additional chemicals that are put into THC oils,” says Dr. Koroly. “We urge parents to have honest and open conversations with their loved ones—especially teenagers—about their use of THC oils and the need to stop using them immediately.”

The We Can Resist PSA strives to educate young people by comparing big tobacco’s marketing of nicotine to the recent marketing campaign around vaping. Many teens who would never consider smoking cigarettes believe vaping is safe and are shocked to learn that one Juul contains as much nicotine as a pack of cigarettes. The marketing campaign has been so successful that Juul sales to teenagers rose from $200 million in 2017 to a projected $3.4 billion in 2019. In fact, a survey released by the National Institute of Health in December 2017, found that one in three high school students tried vaping in 2016.

“We are very proud of our President’s Junior Leadership Council,” says Amy Rosenfeld, MS, RD CDN, community educator, and coordinator of the Council, who worked with the students to create the PSA. “They are outraged that Juul created a new generation of nicotine addicts, and passionate in their efforts to educate their peers. We hope the We Can Resist PSA will be a wakeup call for anyone who vapes.”

The PSA is the latest anti-vaping effort on the part of NWH’s President’s Junior Leadership Council. Two years ago, the prevalence of vaping so alarmed the Council, it recommended the hospital’s community health education and outreach department address the problem. The resulting program—believed to be the only one of its kind—goes into high schools and middle schools to educate students about the hazards of vaping and conducts parent programs through school PTAs/PTOs to raise awareness of this growing health concern. To date, it has visited every high school and middle school in the hospital’s catchment districts, conducting programs for more than 3800 high school and middle school students, and parents.     

To view the We Can Resist PSA, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-caMT4C6NM

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About Northern Westchester Hospital

Northern Westchester Hospital (NWH), a member of Northwell Health, provides quality, patient-centered care that is close to home through a unique combination of medical expertise, leading-edge technology, and a commitment to humanity. Over 650 highly-skilled physicians, state-of-the-art technology and professional staff of caregivers are all in place to ensure that you and your family receive treatment in a caring, respectful and nurturing environment. NWH has established extensive internal quality measurements that surpass the standards defined by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Hospital Quality Alliance (HQA) National Hospital Quality Measures. Our high-quality standards help to ensure that the treatment you receive at NWH is among the best in the nation. For more information, please visit http://www.nwhc.net and connect with us on Facebook.

About Northwell Health

Northwell Health is New York State’s largest health care provider and private employer, with 23 hospitals, about 750 outpatient facilities and more than 13,600 affiliated physicians. We care for over two million people annually in the New York metro area and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Our 70,000 employees – 16,000-plus nurses and 4,000 employed doctors, including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners – are working to change health care for the better. We’re making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We’re training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

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Research Backed Tips to Supercharge Your Morning Routine and the Rest of Your Life

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“Building a solid foundation for beginning your day will help you achieve success in every area of your life,” says Carter “the hours of the morning are the most critical time of the day.”


AUSTIN, Texas (PRWEB)

Given recent advances in brain imaging and neuroscience, we now know that the brain is affected by every experience, thought, emotion, and every second of stress. How much of your life do you spend in the present moment? How much time do you spend daydreaming, ruminating about the past, or worrying about the future?

“There are many different ways to train your brain and improve your cognitive skills such as mindful reading, writing, brain teasers, —along with getting enough sleep, physical activity and of course a few minutes of meditation,” says Carter, co-author with his wife, Dr. Kirti Salwe Carter, of The Morning Mind: Use Your Brain to Master Your Day and Supercharge Your Life, #1 Amazon Bestseller & Forbes Best Self-Help. (http://www.themorningmind.com).

Carter offers 4 ways to train your brain and supercharge your life

1. Reflect On What Makes You Happy To Be Alive. “The subconscious responds very powerfully to feeling, and the more of a sensory experience you can make your ref, the more effective it will be,” says Carter.

2. Get enough shut-eye. “Sleep is an essential part of physical health,” says Carter “when we sleep, the body performs a vast array of therapeutic and healing functions that detox, repair, and heal the body and brain.”

3. Exercise your body as well as mind. “Take a 15 to 30 minute walk each morning, — or yoga, swimming, dance or do yard work if you prefer,” Carter. “ Exercise stimulates the brain plasticity by stimulating-growth of new connections between cells in a wide array of important cortical areas of the brain.” Carter says,

4. Take control and train your brain with meditation.“Meditation trains the brain to be in the present moment, and to return to that focus when negative thinking and emotions intrude,” says Carter.

Carter says offers 8 simple steps to happiness and achieving a relaxed state of mind in only five to eight minutes. 1) Sit comfortably, 2) Perform a shoulder roll, 3) Gently close your eyes, 4) Breathe in through your nose and count to four, 5) Exhale through your nose and count to four, 6) Be aware of the sensation of the breath entering the nostrils, 7. Keep attention on the breathing and when you become distracted by thoughts, do not try to stop thinking, just observe the loss of presence and return your attention to breathing, and 8) continue this exercise for five to ten minutes or until you experience a calm mind, and practice daily.

About Dr. Rob Carter III and Dr. Kirti Salwe Carter

Dr. Rob Carter III and Dr. Kirti Salwe Carter are co-authors of The Morning Mind: Use Your Brain to Master Your Day and Supercharge Your Life (http://www.themorningmind.com). Rob Carter is a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army, an expert in human performance, and has academic appointments in emergency medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, in public health at Azusa Pacific University, and in nutrition at the University of Maryland. He holds a PhD in biomedical sciences, is a Gates Scholar, and completed postgraduate studies at Harvard School of Public Health.

Kirti Carter was born in Pune, India, and received her medical education in India, where she practiced as an intensive-care physician at Breach Candy Hospital before moving to Texas to complete postgraduate training in public health. She is a Fellow of the American Institute of Stress (FAIS), has more than 18 years of experience in meditation and breathing techniques, and has been facilitating wellness seminars for the past decade.

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North Charleston, SC Dentist, Dr. Kevin Hogan, Treats Gum Disease and Enhances Smiles with Full Mouth Reconstruction

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Dr. Kevin Hogan, Dentist Serving North Charleston, SC

Dr. Kevin Hogan Restores Smiles in North Charleston, SC with Full Mouth Reconstructions

We can do wonderful things with porcelain veneers and orthodontics to give the patient the smile they are looking for.


North Charleston, SC (PRWEB)

Those who are experiencing severe oral problems that affect the health of their mouth, teeth and quality of life can now have their concerns corrected through full mouth reconstruction offered by renown dentist, Dr. Kevin Hogan. Those in and around North Charleston, SC who experience gum disease, tooth decay, missing teeth or TMJ disorder can visit Dr. Hogan and his team to have their concerns treated and their mouth restored. Offering full-service dental care, most patients can have all their treatments performed in-house and experience a drastically improved quality of life.

“A full mouth reconstruction is when a patient has severely destroyed their teeth over a period of years, and they come in to have their bite and teeth restored to former function. A good candidate for a full mouth reconstruction is anyone who doesn’t like their smile,” says Dr. Hogan. “We can do wonderful things with porcelain veneers and orthodontics to give the patient the smile they are looking for.”

In order to restore the mouth to proper health and beauty, Dr. Hogan offers full mouth restoration services designed to each patient’s unique needs and goals. During a consultation appointment, Dr. Hogan evaluates the teeth, gums and jaw for issues of decay, gum disease, bite concerns or problems that may develop in the future. A treatment plan is then created to correct the problem areas and can include one or more of the following treatments:

  • Porcelain veneers

  • Dental crowns

  • Invisalign® clear braces

  • Teeth whitening

  • Dental implants

Oral concerns such as gum disease and tooth decay have systemic effects, causing bacteria to spread throughout the body. These oral issues have been linked to heart disease, diabetes, stroke and Alzheimer’s. By improving oral health and function, Dr. Hogan provides patients with improvement to their overall health as well.

Dr. Hogan also offers patients soothing sedation dentistry to help overcome anxiety, fear and discomfort. Sedation allows patients to receive multiple procedures during one sitting, making treatment quicker and more efficient overall. Once treatment is complete, patients can enjoy a more attractive smile and experience fully functioning teeth again.

Those interested in enhancing the health and appearance of their mouth through dental implants, gum disease treatment or full mouth reconstruction in or around North Charleston, SC are invited to connect with Dr. Hogan. To schedule a consultation at his Mt. Pleasant, SC office, contact the office by calling 843-216-0908 or by visiting their website at http://www.smilesbyhogan.com.

About the Dentist

Dr. Kevin Hogan is a general dentist providing individualized care for patients in Mt. Pleasant, SC. Dr. Hogan is a graduate of the Indiana University School of Dentistry and has completed hundreds of hours of continuing education courses to stay contemporary with the latest dental technologies. In addition, he has also completed coursework with the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation and has lectured at the University of North Carolina, Emory University, the Saginaw Valley University and AUA-American University of Antigua on head and neck anatomy and oral pathology. Dr. Hogan is a member of the American Dental Association, International College of Cranio-Mandibular Orthopedics, Academy of Laser Dentistry, International Association of Physiologic Aesthetics, Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry, DOCS (the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation), International Congress of Oral Implantologists and the South Carolina Dental Association. He is also a past member of the American Straight Wire Orthodontic Association, Maxillofacial Orthopedic Growth and Development, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the Functional Orthodontic Society. He and his team are dedicated to providing exceptional oral care to patients through personalized treatment plans. To learn more about the services offered by Dr. Hogan, please visit his website at http://www.smilesbyhogan.com or call 843-216-0908.

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Online Custom Sports Socks Company Prepares to Be Knee-High in Breast Cancer Awareness Efforts

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We find that October is a busy month because there are so many wonderful schools, associations, and other community organizations and charities that are focused on fundraising for Breast Cancer Awareness.


AMARILLO, Texas (PRWEB)

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, turning cities and states pink everywhere. Elite Sports Socks is pleased to announce that it supports Breast Cancer Awareness through its line of custom sports socks, which are often used to raise funds for this cause.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month takes place every year in America, from October 1 through October 31. It is an international health campaign that major breast cancer charities organize each October. This campaign is geared toward both increasing awareness of the disease and raising funds. Breast Cancer fundraising efforts typically support research to prevent, diagnose, treat, and cure breast cancer. Part of the awareness component is to educate people about the disease and the importance of early screening.

While the list of fundraising ideas is endless, creating custom socks that can be branded with a logo, special colors, and tailored text can be a great way to support breast cancer awareness and to raise funds for a great cause.

“We find that October is a busy month because there are so many wonderful schools, associations, and other community organizations and charities that are focused on fundraising for Breast Cancer Awareness,” Louis Louw, founder of Elite Sports Socks said. “Whether it’s kids raising money for school or adults in associations that want to make fundraising a little more fun, custom sports socks are a great option. They promote team spirit but also community togetherness. People love the options to customize the socks as they see fit and usually get really creative with how they design them. It’s a fun, engaging way to raise money for a great cause.”

Many teams, schools, associations, and organizations come to Elite Sports Socks in October each year to purchase socks at a low cost. They are able to submit a mock-up design to customize these socks and also have the benefit of receiving a detailed marketing plan to make any fundraising effort a success. The organizations can then sell these to other members of their own organization or of the community at large for $5-$8 more than their purchase price.

Most organizations that utilize custom sport socks as a breast cancer awareness fundraising tool report that they sell themselves. These specially-designed socks raise the spirits of everyone they touch and subsequently, raise money for those in the community who need it most. Once one person is seen wearing tailor-made socks, the rest of the community wants to jump on board as well, making it a self-sustaining effort.

“It really is exciting to see the ripple effect that this type of fundraising effort can have once people get really into it,” Louw said. “We’ve had customers report back to us that choosing custom sports socks as their fundraising tool blew the doors off of their initial fundraising goals.”

For more information or to place an order for your custom sports socks, visit Elite Sports Socks.

About Elite Sport Socks

Today Elite Sport Socks is a company full of sock fanatics. We’re so glad you found us and we’re thrilled to help you make your own socks.

Over the past five years, we have served hundreds of organizations and produced over 100,000 pairs of socks per year. We continue to improve our products and give customers the best possible service. Whether you have a ready-made design or would like us to help you make your own socks, we can deliver socks that will put a smile on your face.

We’re here to help you get the socks that will bring fun and unity to your team, school, or community. Please contact us with any questions you may have so we can partner today for your socks!

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