Know your number – learn how radon could impact your health

“Radon in homes is more common than you think. In fact, every state in the U.S. has homes measured with radon levels above the recommended levels,” Deb Brown, chief mission officer for the American Lung Association said.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (PRWEB)
May 08, 2023

Protect Environmental, in conjunction with the American Lung Association, announced today the national partnership between the two organizations to prevent radon-induced lung cancer. The announcement comes during the kickoff of Lung Cancer Action Week, an initiative focused on raising awareness and building support for improved lung health. Exposure to radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, second only to smoking, and is responsible for more than 21,000 annual deaths in the United States.

“Radon in homes is more common than you think. In fact, every state in the U.S. has homes measured with radon levels above the recommended levels. Since it is odorless, tasteless, and colorless, all indoor spaces should be tested regardless of geographic location and building type,” said Deb Brown, chief mission officer for the American Lung Association. “This is why we are thankful for our partnership with Protect Environmental to help raise awareness about radon and provide testing for more people. Together we hope to reduce the burden of lung cancer caused by radon.”

As part of the national partnership, Protect Environmental will provide its National Radon Risk Search™ tool and offer no-cost professional testing to assist American Lung Association supporters with understanding the radon risk in their communities and homes. The organizations will also partner to amplify national, state, and local policy initiatives that impact lung health, with Protect Environmental pledging more than $100,000 to support these joint efforts.

“The American Lung Association has been a long-time friend of Protect Environmental, and we are excited to be expanding our relationship through this strategic partnership,” said Kyle Hoylman, chief executive officer of Protect Environmental and a member of the American Lung Association’s Local Leadership Board in Kentucky. “Joining forces with the leading lung health advocate in our country will amplify our efforts to increase awareness about the dangers of radon gas exposure, with the ultimate goal of saving lives by preventing radon-induced lung cancer.”

To learn more about the radon risk in your community, use the National Radon Risk Search ™ tool. To better understand the radon risk in your own home, request no-cost professional testing conducted by one of Protect Environmental’s trusted professionals. Learn more about the partnership with the Lung Association at Lung.org/Protect-Environmental.

About Protect Environmental

Protect Environmental is a national leader in the environmental consulting and construction industry, focusing on radon and chemical vapor intrusion management. With a proven track record spanning 18 years and more than 200,000 completed projects in all 50 U.S. states and 2 U.S. territories, the company provides expert service from its trusted professionals to provide peace of mind protection to property owners seeking to build and maintain healthy, safe, and sustainable indoor environments. Join our rapidly expanding team, https://apply today. For more information, call 502-410-5000 or click on https://www.protectenvironmental.com.

About the American Lung Association

The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research. The work of the American Lung Association is focused on four strategic imperatives: to defeat lung cancer; to champion clean air for all; to improve the quality of life for those with lung disease and their families; and to create a tobacco-free future. For more information about the American Lung Association, a holder of the coveted 4-star rating from Charity Navigator and a Platinum-Level GuideStar Member, or to support the work it does, call 1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872) or visit:Lung.org.

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (PRWEB)
May 06, 2023

Sadler Sports & Recreation Insurance has announced its 2023 insurance and risk management program for football teams, associations and conferences. The program is endorsed by American Youth Football and American Youth Cheer.

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Sadler Sports & Recreation continuously looks to educate coaches, players, administrators and parents on injury prevention, and is a leader in bringing awareness to the issues surrounding child abuse and brain injury. The AYF/AYC Risk Management Plan is a template that can be adopted and implemented by administrators and serves as written documentation of procedures and educational awareness training. The template is a single source for policies and procedures on child abuse prevention, brain injury, sudden cardiac arrest, heat illness, lightning safety, emergency action plan, instruction, supervision, facilities, equipment, sports injury care, and auto safety. Sadler was the industry leader in 2020 with its COVID return to play risk management templates which allowed many leagues to continue with their seasons (where allowed by state and local law) while reducing risk of COVID transmission liability.

Sadler also automatically includes purchasers of the AYF/AYC-endorsed program in a database from which injury data is gathered to produce injury reports. Information from these reports have been part of important studies comparing injuries among age groups only vs injuries in age/weight categories and concussions within AYF/AYC.

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May 05, 2023

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“The Emprint™ SX’s system’s navigation-based microwave ablation’s precision and real-time 3D ultrasound imaging guidance make it a valuable tool that can help to ensure that the treatment is delivered effectively and safely,” says Dr. Dmitri Alden.

NEW YORK (PRWEB)
May 05, 2023

Dr. Dmitri Alden is a board-certified, world-renowned oncologist and surgeon of the liver, pancreas and biliary system, treating patients from all over the globe. Widely recognized in his field as one of the top specialists in the country, Dr. Alden is always at the forefront of medical innovation. His practice is proud to now offer patients the revolutionary Emprint™ SX ablation platform with Thermosphere™ technology by Medtronic. The Emprint™ SX ablation platform combines real-time, 3D ultrasound and patented Thermosphere™ technology to treat non-resectable liver tumors. The combination of these helps to increase target accuracy and complete tumor coverage with adequate margins.

Microwave ablation is a medical procedure that uses high-frequency electromagnetic waves to generate heat and destroy abnormal tissue in the body, such as cancerous tumors. Navigation-based microwave ablation involves the use of real-time imaging to guide the placement of the microwave antenna so that the ablation is delivered precisely to the targeted tissue. It is typically performed using image-guided techniques such as ultrasound, CT or MRI, which allows the physician to locate the tumor or abnormal tissue and guide the placement of the microwave antenna to deliver the ablation therapy. Navigation-based microwave ablation has several advantages over traditional ablation techniques. It offers more precise targeting of the tissue, resulting in a higher likelihood of complete ablation, a lower risk of damage to surrounding healthy tissue and simultaneous monitoring of the ablation process.

“The Emprint™ SX’s system’s navigation-based microwave ablation’s precision and real-time 3D ultrasound imaging guidance make it a valuable tool that can help to ensure that the treatment is delivered effectively and safely,” says Dr. Dmitri Alden.

More about Dr. Dmitri Alden:

Dr. Alden was born in Moscow, Russia, and completed his medical school education at the prestigious Pirogov Medical Institute, currently Moscow State Medical University. After completing a surgical residency in Moscow he moved to France and obtained diplomas in advanced surgical studies at the University of Nantes and University of Paris, the latter dedicated exclusively to liver surgery. After obtaining his clinical research experience, Dr. Alden completed a surgical residency at St. Vincent’s Hospital in New York City, part of the New York Medical College program. Dr. Dmitri Alden completed extensive training in hepatobiliary surgery and liver transplantation, studying at the HepatoBiliary Center (CHB) at the Paul Brousse Hospital in Paris. Dr. Alden has subspecialized training and extensive experience in robotic and laparoscopic surgery and is a member of several international surgical organizations, the author of multiple publications on both liver and pancreatic surgery and a frequent speaker at international conferences. He speaks fluent English, Russian, French and German and his practice is located at 186 E 76th Street in New York, NY. For more information or to schedule a consultation please call (212) 434-6216 or visit http://www.liversurgeryny.com.

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Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® antiseptic

“We know that the nose is a critical source of infection risk, and we are proud to have the leading innovator in nasal decolonization, Nozin, makers of Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® antiseptic, as part of Leapfrog’s Partner Advisory Committee,” said Leah Binder, Leapfrog president & CEO.

BETHESDA, Md. (PRWEB)
May 05, 2023

Nozin, makers of Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® antiseptic, today announced its partnership with The Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization of employers and other purchasers focused on health care safety. John Willimann, CEO of Nozin, will sit on the Leapfrog Partners Advisory Committee.

“The nose is a primary reservoir for pathogens. Nasal decolonization to decrease infection risk is critical to patient safety. For example, hand to nose contact that can spread germs may occur 100 times a day. Nasal decolonization with Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® has proven to help contain this spread and reduce infection risk significantly,” said John Willimann. “We are thrilled to partner with the Leapfrog Group to expand awareness of daily nasal decolonization as an essential patient safety measure.”

“Despite significant efforts to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), they remain a major safety concern in hospitals across the U.S.,” said Leah Binder, Leapfrog president & CEO. “We know that the nose is a critical source of infection risk, and we are proud to have the leading innovator in nasal decolonization, Nozin, makers of Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® antiseptic, as part of Leapfrog’s Partner Advisory Committee.”

Based in Washington, DC, The Leapfrog Group was founded in 2000 with the goal of improving American health care by transparently reporting information people need on medical errors, accidents, and infections. Leapfrog sets standards and publishes ratings of hospitals and ASCs on quality of care and serves as the foremost voice for business leaders advancing excellence in health care. Leapfrog partners advise the Leapfrog Board and management on industry and policy trends and help shape the organization’s long term strategic vision for improving health care quality. The Partners Advisory Committee is a platform for the creation, implementation, and evaluation of initiatives that advance the Leapfrog mission for patient safety and promote a shared accountability for patient safety and well-being.

Since 2004, Nozin has pioneered the use of its Nasal Sanitizer® antiseptic and has helped demonstrate that nasal decolonization reduces infection risk. As reported in numerous published hospital studies, Nozin programs substantially improve patient safety and reduce millions of dollars in healthcare costs.

Visit leapfroggroup.organd Nozin.com for more information.

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About Nozin

Nozin® is the leading brand in nasal decolonization. Nozin® NOVA℠ programs and Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® antiseptic from Global Life Technologies Corp. are empowering healthcare professionals across the country. Designed to improve care, mitigate infection risk and reduce healthcare costs, universal decolonization programs using Nozin® Nasal Sanitizer® deliver clinically supported infection prevention solutions for healthcare facilities.

About The Leapfrog Group

Founded in 2000 by large employers and other purchasers, The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization driving a movement for giant leaps for patient safety. The flagship Leapfrog Hospital Survey and new Leapfrog Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Survey collect and transparently report hospital and ASC performance, empowering purchasers to find the highest-value care and giving consumers the lifesaving information they need to make informed decisions. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, Leapfrog’s other main initiative, assigns letter grades to hospitals based on their record of patient safety, helping consumers protect themselves and their families from errors, injuries, accidents, and infections. For more, follow us on Twitter and Facebook, and sign up for our newsletter.

Nozin®, Nasal Sanitizer®, and NOVA℠ are trademarks of Global Life Technologies Corp. Leapfrog is a trademark of Leapfrog Group Corporation. All other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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“I truly enjoy every aspect of dentistry and will strive to provide comprehensive and compassionate dental care to help create a healthy smile for each patient,” says Dr. Katie Myron.

MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, Ohio (PRWEB)
May 05, 2023

Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook is a patient-centered practice that offers top-ranked dental services with the most advanced dental technology available. When patients walk through the door, they realize the clinic’s commitment to providing state-of-the-art dentistry with a personal touch. The team is very excited to welcome Dr. Katie Myron to the practice. Dr. Myron grew up in Columbus, Ohio, and earned her bachelor’s degree from Miami University, and went on to receive her dental degree from The Ohio State University in 2019. She then pursued post-graduate education and completed a general practice residency at Mercy Medical Center in Canton, Ohio. Dr. Myron aims to establish an environment to make patients feel comfortable and relaxed with an emphasis on dental education and preventative treatment. Dr. Katie Myron is an active member of the American Dental Association and the Ohio Dental Association and is also in the process of completing advanced training at The Pankey Institute, studying temporal mandibular pain and occlusion.

“I truly enjoy every aspect of dentistry and will strive to provide comprehensive and compassionate dental care to help create a healthy smile for each patient,” says Dr. Katie Myron.

More about Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook:

Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook is a well-respected family dental practice at 5825 Landerbrook Drive Suite #121 in Mayfield Heights, Ohio. Exceptional Smiles at Landerbrook treats patients of all ages and is equipped to handle various types of dental needs, including those that involve general dentistry and those that require restorative, cosmetic or emergency dental care. Their wide menu of services offers everything from routine cleanings and root canals to Invisalign, dental implants and much more. The team at this popular practice takes extra measures to make dental care convenient and enjoyable, offering same-day appointments, extended weekday hours and flexible payment options to give patients the attention they deserve. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (440) 335-5930 or visit http://www.exceptionalsmiles.com.

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“At Engineered Smiles, we stop at nothing less than excellence when it comes to caring for our patients,” says Dr. David Wang.

MARIETTA, Ga. (PRWEB)
May 05, 2023

Engineered Smiles, located at 670 Johnson Ferry Road in Marietta, Georgia, is a state-of-the-art facility that offers an expansive menu of cutting-edge dental services for the entire family. At Engineered Smiles they provide an unmatched level of comfortable, convenient and affordable oral health care, earning the respect of patients and this coveted award from Find Local Doctors. Find Local Doctors is a trusted online directory that helps consumers easily identify the best physicians and dentists near them. Dr. David C. Wang and his skilled team provide the very best in dental care to those in Marietta, East Cobb and the surrounding area. Covering all facets of modern dentistry, their clinic is equipped with the latest in advanced technology to provide treatments that patients will need throughout the years. Professional dental care involves more than just routine cleanings and checkups. At Engineered Smiles they can handle it all, with comprehensive dental services for the entire family, including a full menu of procedures in general, restorative, cosmetic dentistry as well as pediatric dental care, orthodontics and dental implants. Whether it is repairing a damaged tooth or whitening the teeth, Engineered Smiles’ caring staff is dedicated to patient comfort and satisfaction at every step. Beyond their ability to provide complete dental care under one roof, Engineered Smiles also offers flexible payment options, on-time appointments and sedation dentistry to keep patients relaxed in the dental chair.

“At Engineered Smiles, we stop at nothing less than excellence when it comes to caring for our patients,” says Dr. David Wang.

More about Dr. David Wang:

Dr. Wang studied electrical engineering at Georgia Tech. He then decided to pursue dentistry and earned his dental degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. Dr. Wang is a member of the American Dental Association, the Georgia Dental Association, the Northern District Dental Society, the Academy of General Dentistry and the Thomas P. Hinman Dental Society. Dr. Wang enjoys practicing all aspects of dentistry including cosmetic and implant dentistry, finding the perfect combination of art and science.

To learn more about dental services offered at Engineered Smiles or to schedule an appointment, visit http://www.engineeredsmiles.com or call 678-801-6700.

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