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Life-saving Ostomy Surgery Moves Out of the Shadows

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UOAA estimates that there are 725,000 to 1-million people in the U.S. are alive today as a result of ostomy surgery.


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It can save the lives of those shot or stabbed in the abdomen. It’s a life-saving surgery used in the final stages of common cancers such as colorectal and bladder. When deadly complications of inflammable bowel disease arise, it can give life back. When an infant comes into this world with a birth defect or rare disease of the digestive system, it can provide a childhood not possible several generations ago.

Yet ostomy surgery is still often talked about in hush tones and cloaked in stigma. People of all ages have this type of surgery that creates an opening (stoma) in the abdomen that allows for the removal of bodily waste into an odor-proof pouch outside the body. At its most simple it’s just a new way to go to the bathroom.

Though ostomy support and information has been around for well over half a century it is known that people still delay or refuse the surgery and die because of a preconceived notion of life with an “ostomy bag.” People who have connected with support and educational resources like those available from United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA), learn that there is indeed a full life possible after surgery. With a proper pouching system fit, emotional support, and doctor and ostomy nurse consultation – there are no limits on what a person living with an ostomy is capable of doing.

“Let’s work together to make sure people don’t suffer alone in silence,” says UOAA President and Susan Burns who had her life saved over 30 years ago from ileostomy surgery. Ostomies are life-savers¬. UOAA estimates that there are 725,000 to 1-million people in the U.S. are alive today as a result of ostomy surgery. “We’re living proof that you can pick up the pieces and do things like play with your grandchildren, go to college, find love, excel in your career, play sports and embrace life,” Burns says.

Saturday, October 5, 2019 is Ostomy Awareness Day and the theme is “Ostomies Are Life-Savers.” You can help ostomy awareness move out of the shadows and into the public consciousness. The resilience of the ostomy community will be on display at eight Run for Resilience Ostomy 5k events around the country from September 28th through October 12th. You’re also invited to attend or gather friends and family wherever you want and sign-up for a virtual walk/run option. Please visit http://www.ostomy5k.org for details. “Hollister Incorporated is proud to stand with UOAA as the exclusive Diamond Sponsor of its 2019 Run for Resilience Ostomy 5K events. UOAA and its members work tirelessly to increase awareness and support quality of life and life-saving ostomy surgery,” said Brian Luedtke, Hollister Senior Vice President, The Americas. “By coming together as a community we can collectively make a difference and help people living with ostomies experience their best lives.”

Go to http://www.ostomy.org to learn more about this life-saving surgery and all the ways to make an impact on this day. The Run for Resilience is supported by Hollister, Coloplast, Byram, Colo-Majic, ConvaTec, Safe n Simple and Kem Enterprises.

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Health: Mental Health

Elkhart Mayor Tim Neese Visits Lighthouse Autism Center’s Newest ABA Center

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Elkhart Mayor Tim Neese visits with student at Lighthouse Autism Center.

When asked about his time at the center, Mayor Neese said, “I’ve only been at the center a short time, but I can see that the staff at Lighthouse are second to none, genuinely care about the kids and are truly making an impact on the lives of children with autism.”


ELKHART, Ind. (PRWEB)

On Wednesday, September 25th, Elkhart Mayor Tim Neese visited Lighthouse Autism Center’s newest ABA therapy center in Elkhart, Indiana. The newest center opened in August and is the seventh center opened by Lighthouse Autism Center, which provides ABA therapy services in Mishawaka, Granger, Plymouth, Warsaw and Portage, MI.

The new center will provide intensive, center-based therapy utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to nearly twenty-five families in the Elkhart area. The therapy programs are custom made for each child and work on things like social skills, communication skills, living skills and school readiness skills.

During his visit, Mayor Neese had the opportunity to meet with Founder and Executive Director, Gregg Maggioli, who has a son with autism. “My son attended one of the first ABA centers in the state of Indiana. When I saw the impact it had on his life, and the life of my family, I knew I had to find a way to bring this service to other families with autism.”

While touring the facility, Mayor Neese was able to observe children working, playing, participating in a simulated classroom setting, and even spoke with one child as she practiced asking and answering questions. When asked about his time at the center, Mayor Neese said, “I’ve only been at the center a short time, but I can see that the staff at Lighthouse are second to none, genuinely care about the kids and are truly making an impact on the lives of children with autism.”

Lighthouse Autism Center is now enrolling children at their newest center in Elkhart, Indiana. To schedule a tour, call 574-387-4313 or visit http://www.lighthouseautismcenter.com/autism-treatment-center-elkhart.

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EarthKind® Announces John Foster as the company’s new Director of the Commercial Division

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John Foster, EarthKind’s new Director of the Commercial Division

It seemed like a natural progression from my time at Earthbound Farms to be joining a group like EarthKind®, which has its roots firmly planted in natural solutions that not only solve a problem, but support American farmers and bring about positive change through creative innovation.


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EarthKind®, makers of award-winning, plant-based pest prevention pouches, continues to lead the way in innovative pest prevention protocol as it expands into commercial property protection.

John Foster’s impressive track record in the organic industry is exactly what EarthKind® was looking for to lead this new division. His vast knowledge on complex organic standards and regulations, coupled with his first-hand experience with supply chain compliance issues, allowed him to adeptly hit the ground running at EarthKind®.

“Finding someone that both fits our company culture, and has a stellar track record of mission-driven leadership, was not an easy task,” comments Kari Warberg Block, founder and CEO EarthKind®. “John’s experience and his professional philosophy checked all the boxes for us, and we are delighted to have him join the EarthKind family.”

“It seemed like a natural progression from my time at Earthbound Farms to be joining a group like EarthKind®, which has its roots firmly planted in natural solutions that not only solve a problem, but support American farmers and bring about positive change through creative innovation,” Foster remarks.

“Working with forward-thinking, passionate, innovative people like John is a real joy for a CEO,” says Warberg Block. “It’s essential in an organization to have people that can provide crucial expertise and help us navigate a new category as we scale our business.”

EarthKind® has been changing the nature of pest control by leveraging the power of nature’s bio-pesticides to rival conventional agro-chemicals. Their plant-based pest control functions without poisons, and without killing, making EarthKind® the first pesticide manufacturer with USDA certified bio-based repellents. EarthKind® is the first and only plant-based pest control company to have its product meet Federal EPA’s gold standard for safety and effectiveness, with no known risks when used as directed.

EarthKind® has a 98% carbon-free footprint, certified by the USDA Bio-Preferred Program, achieved through Just-In-Time (JIT) Manufacturing, reducing Work-in-Progress (WIP) and changeovers, and minimizing defects in the manufacturing process. By using reusable and recyclable shipping containers for their raw materials, EarthKind® leaves almost nothing in the landfill, with all ingredients sustainably sourced from American family farms.

Media interested in learning more about EarthKind® or interviewing CEO/Founder Kari Warberg Block, or Director, Commercial Division John Foster, please contact Sara White at sara@adinnyc.com or 212-693-2152.

About EarthKind®

Founded by leading pest prevention expert Kari Warberg Block, EarthKind® is a pioneer in natural prevention for families and households everywhere. EarthKind is a pest prevention brand that manufactures naturally powerful and effective pest solutions that keep pests away, without killing or poisoning them. All EarthKind® products are sourced from American farms and designed by inventive artists, scientists and engineers who care about the earth. EarthKind® products are made in the USA and the company provides handicapped individuals with meaningful employment. Kari was awarded the 2019 GMDC Retail Champions of Change award for her role as an inspirational industry retail leader, and was named to the EY Entrepreneurial Winning Woman Class of 2012, 2013 ND SBA Small Business Person of the Year and National Second Runner Up. Her latest product line, Stay Away® was the winner of the 2015 NEXTY People’s Choice Award for Best New Product of the Year. Learn more at http://www.EarthKind.com and on social media:


About John Foster

From 2016-2018 John was Director, Supply Chain Strategy at Earthbound Farm where he provided leadership facilitation across Integrated Supply Chain and championed Innovation and Excellence initiatives—including Earthbound Ingredients. Prior to that his position at Earthboud Farms from 2012-2105 was Director of Compliance, Quality, Food Safety & Organic Integrity, where he

ensured compliance for all Earthbound Farm suppliers. He was responsible for developing effective interface of Quality, Food Safety & Organic Integrity department across Earthbound Farm/WhiteWave Foods. He participated at the national policy level in organic and food safety concerns, including USDA/NOP regulations and FSMA proposed and final rules, and built a compliance team with depth, integrity, and executional excellence.

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Lifestyle: Self Help

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay to Host Exclusive ‘Wild Precious Life by the Firestone Sisters’ Wellness Retreat

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The Wild Precious Life sisters and wellness experts Mary and Lucy Firestone.

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay will once again present an exclusive Wild Precious Life by The Firestone Sisters Wellness Retreat this November.


HALF MOON BAY, Calif. (PRWEB)

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay – perched atop a dramatic ocean bluff in Northern California – has partnered with wellness experts and sisters Mary and Lucy Firestone to host their popular ‘Wild Precious Life by The Firestone Sisters’ wellness retreat at the resort November 1-3, 2019. Set against the stunning backdrop of pristine California coastline, guests will have the opportunity to open up, release, connect, and celebrate through energetic workshops, thoughtful exercises, and other enriching experiences with hand-selected practitioners and healers.

Wellness experts Lucy and Mary Firestone of Wild Precious Life will lead the experiences and workshops. The Firestone sisters lead retreats around the world for those seeking catalysts for positive, expansive change. The bespoke retreat at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay will feature practitioners including Naada Guerra, – a Shaman, Energetic Healer and Intuitive who identifies subconscious blocks and transforms them with the individual – as well as Gianna de la Torre, – creator of the Cosmetic Acupuncture Method and Master Intuitive, Acupuncturist, Theta Healer and certified Yogi.

The immersive weekend will commence with an optional welcome beverage with Mary and Lucy Firestone in the relaxing Club Lounge on Friday evening, followed by a full day of insightful teachings on Saturday starting with an Intention Setting walk along the beach and ending with a Glow from the Inside Out workshop by Gianna de la Torre. On Sunday, the day starts with Manifestation Breathwork and Facial Yoga and Gua She along with breakout gatherings, time for spa treatments, and more. Guests will feel revitalized and rested arriving at the Farewell Dinner on Sunday evening. Additionally, guests will receive Wild Precious Life materials including the Life Purpose Map, Life Purpose Planner, and The First travel-size perfume.

The immersive, two-night Wild Precious Life by The Firestone Sisters wellness retreat at The

Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay is available for $2,750 per guest and includes a Club Level Deluxe Room and access to all retreat events and activities. Club Level grants access to the exclusive

Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge, which offers elevated culinary presentations as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages throughout the day. Participants wishing to stay an extra night on November 3, 2019 may enjoy a special rate of $550.

Additionally, participants wishing to further unwind on the coast can indulge in a custom spa treatment at the award-winning Ritz-Carlton Spa inspired by Wild Precious Life. These treatments are available exclusively to retreat guests:


The bespoke Fire & Ice Stone Massage begins with a deep inhalation of four aromatherapy scents: Rose Geranium (to calm and lift energy), Juniper (to detoxify), Sandalwood (to ground and center) and Grapefruit (to evoke warm feelings and melt sorrows) as featured in The First perfume by Wild Precious Life. A full body massage then follows using essential oils of these ingredients and hot and cold stone therapy to relieve back and shoulder pain, alleviate stress, and release toxins. A refreshing grapefruit mocktail at the conclusion of the treatment completes the experience. 80 minutes; $340, exclusive of tax and gratuity.

  • Wild Precious Life Massage


This custom-created full body massage with choice of light to deep pressure features a blend of four essential oils influenced by the scents featured in The First perfume by Wild Precious Life: Rose Geranium (to calm and lift energy), Juniper (to detoxify), Sandalwood (to ground and center) and Grapefruit (to evoke warm feelings and melt sorrows). This soothing massage will melt away tension, alleviate sore muscles, and leave guests feeling revitalized. 50 minutes; $215, exclusive of tax and gratuity.

For bookings and more information on the Wild Precious Life by The Firestone Sisters wellness retreat at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, including the complete retreat schedule and program details, please visit ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/california/half-moon-bay/offers/wellness-retreat.

For more information or reservations at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, please call (650) 712-7000 or visit ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/california/half-moon-bay.

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About The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

Set atop a rugged bluff overlooking 50 miles of pristine California coastline, The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay is a 261-room spa and golf resort offering a relaxing and romantic setting. As the San Francisco Bay Area’s only oceanfront resort, the timeless estate provides guests with a relaxed yet refined experience for a romantic getaway. For more information, please contact The

Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay at 650-712-7000. For room reservations, contact your travel professional, visit ritzcarlton.com/HMB or call Ritz-Carlton worldwide reservations at 800-241-3333.

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See Refix Introduce Their Natural, Hydrating and Sustainable Recovery Drink

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Modern Living with kathy ireland and Refix

Refix is a natural, hydrating and sustainable recovery drink that supports a healthy, sustainable way of life.


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Modern Living with kathy ireland® is pleased to announce an exclusive interview with Refix Owner Mario Nova and professional beach volleyball player Stafford Slick to discuss their unique sports drink that helps keep athletes hydrated.

Refix is a natural, hydrating and sustainable recovery drink that supports a healthy, sustainable way of life. Refix is made from all-natural, high-quality ingredients that contain elements required for the correct recuperation of the human body. The main ingredient in Refix is mineral-rich seawater from one of the most unspoiled protected zones in Europe.

Slick says that Refix has numerous benefits for him as an athlete. He explains, “As a professional beach volleyball athlete, I am subject to the elements — heat, sun and sand. Dehydration is actually a big factor in our sport. Refix essentially brings me back to equilibrium. I take it before a match so I can ensure that my muscles are prepared and primed for competition. And then I take it as a recovery drink after a match as well.”

For more information about Refix, visit RefixUSADistributor.com and tune in to WE tv as sponsored content on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at 7:30am EST and Bloomberg International on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 7:00pm GMT and Sunday, September 29, 2019 at 10:00am D.F. and 2:30pm HKT.

About Modern Living with kathy ireland®

Modern Living with kathy ireland® is a weekly business television program featuring real-world insights from corporate executives all over the globe.Modern Living with kathy ireland® airs Thursday mornings throughout North America on WE tv as part of their sponsored content lineup and to over 50 countries throughout the world on Sundays on Bloomberg International as part of their sponsored content lineup.

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Industry: Healthcare

ADHD Lullaby™ makes Billboard’s New Age Album Chart for Twelve Consecutive Weeks

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The science and thought process behind this album is one of the most unique, natural, and cost-effective solutions to battling sleep struggles in children with ADHD. It is one of the best ADHD products I’ve come across in my professional career.


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ADHD Lullaby™, a first-of-its-kind music album designed to help ADHD children fall asleep, has been listed on Billboard’s New Age Album chart in the Top Ten for twelve consecutive weeks starting on July 13, 2019.

Using a patent-pending music methodology based upon the principles of neuroscience, ADHD Lullaby™ has received positive feedback from families and medical professionals.

“The science and thought process behind this album is one of the most unique, natural, and cost-effective solutions to battling sleep struggles in children with ADHD. It is one of the best ADHD products I’ve come across in my professional career,” stated Dr. Edward Hallowell, M.D., M.Ed.

A Harvard graduate, Hallowell is a board-certified child and adult psychiatrist who is recognized as a pioneering expert in the field of ADD and ADHD. Hallowell co-authored the New York Times best-seller Driven to Distraction and is a highly recognized public figure appearing frequently on Dr. Oz, Oprah, Dr. Phil, Good Morning America, CNN, and 60 Minutes.

ADHD Lullaby™ is available for purchase and streaming worldwide on all the major digital music services including Amazon Music, iTunes, and Spotify. The complete 15-track album is also available for purchase or download at ADHDLullaby.com.

ADHD Lullaby™ was developed by Arizona law enforcement officer Bryan Wisda who was shot in the line of duty in 2016. During his recovery, he learned to play guitar and discovered the music methodology behind the album while trying to help his then ten-year-old ADHD son get to sleep at night.

“The order of the songs, the use of musical tension, each song’s tempo, and root note all serve a specific purpose. When coupled with specific embedded frequencies from neuroscience, these elements help relax the human body and the ADHD brain,” stated Wisda.

An estimated 6.4 million American children are diagnosed with ADHD according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a number that has been increasing steadily since 2003. Sleep struggles is one of the top side effects for children who take ADHD medications.

For more information or to purchase the album visit ADHDlullaby.com.

About ADHD Lullaby:

ADHD Lullaby™ is a unique album recorded using a patent pending method based on principles from neuroscience to help children with ADHD fall asleep faster and stay asleep. The album is under exclusive license to Zezz Music Ltd. For more information follow ADHD Lullaby™ on Facebook, Instagram, or visit ADHDLullaby.com

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Health: Mental Health

Famed Television Host and Best-Selling Author Dr. Venus Nicolino to Attend UCP’s Wheels for Humanity Annual Gala

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It’s an amazing charity doing incredible things around the world. I love that almost every dollar this charity raises goes directly to providing these services to those most in need


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Dr. Venus Nicolino aka Dr. V, Famed Television Host, National Best-Selling Author and Board Member of UCP Wheels for Humanity, will attend their annual gala event this Saturday, September 28 at the Skirball Center in Los Angeles. UCP Wheels for Humanity is a charity focused on providing wheel chairs and wheel chair services to those most in need around the world including locations such as the Ukraine, El Salvador, Indonesia, among other countries.

“It’s an amazing charity doing incredible things around the world. I love that almost every dollar this charity raises goes directly to providing these services to those most in need.” Says Dr. V. “Based on my and my husband’s fundraising efforts this year, we have successfully raised over $120,000 for this amazing charity. After this weekend’s gala event, the projected total fundraising should exceed $500,000, which would be the most we have ever raised.”

UCP Wheels for Humanity is a subsidiary of United Cerebral Palsy of Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties (UCPLA). UCP Wheels for Humanity’s mission is to promote greater inclusion for people with disabilities globally, through mobility, therapy, advocacy and empowerment. For more information about UCP Wheels for Humanity visit http://www.ucpwheels.org

UCPLA has grown significantly since its inception in 1944 and is now the largest nonprofit provider of direct-care services for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in Southern California. The organization’s commitment to the founding mission of advancing the independence, productivity and full citizenship of children, teens and adults with developmental disabilities and those with similar service needs is unwavering. For more information about UCPLA visit http://www.ucpla.org.

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Health: Addiction

Middle Tennessee College and Addiction Recovery Facility Join Forces To Offer College Credit for Completing Treatment

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Williamson College And Spring 2 Life Recovery Join Forces To Offer College Credit For Completing Treatment

The stigma is being eradicated, and in its place, hope and purpose are being offered. This is a huge deal for the national recovery community


NASHVILLE, Tenn. (PRWEB)

Williamson College is teaming up with Spring 2 Life Recovery to offer college credits in exchange for completion of the recovery program curriculum.

The 7 Principles curriculum teaches recovery through biblical knowledge. S2L Recovery bases their approach around seven Christ-centered principles so that each student can find their way to recovery at their own pace.

This partnership is the first of its kind, but hopefully not the last. “We want other universities and other rehabs to do this, and we’re willing to show them how we got to this place. This partnership speaks volumes to an organization that actually gets it. The stigma is being eradicated, and in its place, hope and purpose are being offered. This is a huge deal for the national recovery community,” said Pastor Adam Comer, CEO, S2L Recovery.

The complementary program between Williamson College and S2L Recovery is set to begin in 2020.

Join S2L Recovery and Williamson College for the signing of the articulation agreement at 9 a.m. on October 1st, 2019, at 3180 Hill Creek Road, Woodbury, TN, 37190.

Led by ordained pastoral counselors, an experienced medical/clinical team, and certified peer recovery specialists, S2L offers a safe and nurturing Christian environment. S2L Recovery team members don’t judge the circumstances that bring men to treatment because of addiction. Instead, they strive to follow Christ’s example and serve others through restoration and recovery.

Since its inception in 1998, Williamson College has become a dynamic, collaborative, creative center of learning that is equipping students to impact the communities they step into. Williamson College is a private, non-profit, Christian liberal arts college that welcomes students of all ages and cultures, including non-traditional learners who are already in the workforce.

Click here to learn more about this exciting partnership.

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CBIC to Introduce an Entry-Level Examination and Additional Method of Recertification

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“The a-IPC will arm those interested in the field of infection prevention and control with the baseline knowledge necessary to pursue a career in infection prevention and control,” said 2019 CBIC President Roy Boukidjian, MSN, PHN, CIC, NE-BC.


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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), on any given day, approximately one in 31 hospitalized patients contracts at least one healthcare-associated infection (HAI). Infection prevention and control (IPC) professionals are often the first line of defense and as the IPC field continues to grow, so too does the importance of staying up-to-date on evolving IPC best practices.

The Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC) is responsible for developing, implementing and administering the only certification in infection prevention and control that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). CBIC is considered the industry leader in providing a standardized measurement of current knowledge needed for individuals practicing infection prevention and control. The CIC® credential is awarded to healthcare professionals who have demonstrated a mastery of knowledge in IPC.

Beginning in 2020, in addition to the CIC®, CBIC will be offering two new initiatives to further advance its mission to provide pathways to assess and maintain infection prevention competency.

The first is an entry-level pathway, the Associate – Infection Prevention and Control (a-IPC) certification examination. Unlike the CIC®, there are no IPC experience or job-specific requirements to apply. The a-IPC is intended to provide a basic assessment of knowledge in infection prevention and control, and to act as a gateway for individuals interested in entering the field of infection prevention and control. The a-IPC will be valid for three years, at which point candidates would continue on to pursue the CIC® credential to maintain certification.

“The a-IPC will arm those interested in the field of infection prevention and control with the baseline knowledge necessary to pursue a career in infection prevention and control,” said 2019 CBIC President Roy Boukidjian, MSN, PHN, CIC, NE-BC. “It is the perfect stepping stone to prove a candidate’s foundational knowledge, interest and dedication to the field.”

The second initiative is an alternate pathway to the current method of recertification by examination, recertification by continuing education. This method is available to all candidates eligible for CIC® recertification beginning in 2020. CICs who choose to recertify this way must obtain a minimum of 40 Infection Prevention Units (IPUs) and show proof of completion of IP-related academic education, research, publications, presentations, attendance at national conferences, and more.

2019 CBIC President-Elect Linda Goss, DNP, APRN-BC, ANP, CIC, FAPIC, said, “Recertification by continuing education has been a long-awaited option for CICs and the CBIC Board of Directors is excited to make it a reality.”

More information about both initiatives will be published to the CBIC website, social media channels, and email communications in the coming months.

The Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. was founded in 1981 to protect the public by raising the standard of the infection prevention and control profession through the development, administration and promotion of an accredited certification process. The CIC® certification is held by over 7,600 infection prevention and control professionals working in hospitals, long-term care facilities, ambulatory care centers, and other healthcare and public health settings throughout the world. For more information, please visit http://www.cbic.org/.

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Industry: Healthcare

Patient Experience Conference 2020 Keynote Speakers Announced by The Beryl Institute

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The Beryl Institute announces five keynote speakers as part of Patient Experience Conference 2020, to be held April 20-22 at Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek in Orlando, Fla.


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The Beryl Institute announces five keynote speakers as part of Patient Experience Conference 2020, to be held April 20-22 at Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek in Orlando, Fla. Patient Experience Conference is the largest independent, non-provider or vendor hosted event bringing together the collective voices of healthcare leaders, staff, physicians, patients and families across the globe to convene, engage and expand the dialogue on improving patient experience.

Keynote speakers bring various patient experience perspectives and include:

  • Shola Richards, Author and advocate, will share techniques that can positively change how we work, live, lead – and most importantly, how we serve our patients.

  • Cathleen A. Wheatley, DNP, RN, CENP, President, Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, will discuss how she prioritizes the human experience in healthcare.

  • Shimi Kang, MD, Harvard-trained Physician, author and global social entrepreneur, will share practical tools to optimize resilience, connection and creativity in order to help optimize human intelligence.

  • Rolf Benirschke, Patient, author and retired NFL Player, will depict fighting a life-threatening battle with ulcerative colitis, which eventually lead him to pivot his purpose to patient advocacy.

  • Nora McInerny, Grief expert and widow, will highlight challenging human experiences including death, illness, mental health and trauma in a way that helps break down barriers and connect people going through isolating and tragic life experiences.

“The keynote line-up for Patient Experience Conference 2020 encompasses the richness of the patient experience conversation and the diversity of The Beryl Institute’s growing community,” said Natalie McKay, Director, Events of The Beryl Institute. “With a variety of perspectives from patients and family members to healthcare leaders and executives, the speakers will push us to think in new ways about having joy in work and the focus of accountability and resiliency within our healthcare teams. To provide experience excellence and care for the patients and families we serve, it’s important to remind ourselves that we, too, need care.”

To learn more about Patient Experience Conference 2020:

https://www.theberylinstitute.org/general/custom.asp?page=CONF2020_OVERVIEW

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About The Beryl Institute:

The Beryl Institute is a global community that builds the capacity of organizations to elevate the human experience in healthcare and develops individuals who impact experience excellence. We believe human experience is grounded in the patient & family experience and integrates the experiences of healthcare staff and the communities they serve.

We define patient experience as the sum of all interactions, shaped by an organization’s culture, that influence patient perceptions across the continuum of care.

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