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Dreading the Holidays with Family Has Become an Expectation We Can Do Without


Misty Tyme, founder and owner of 4 The Common Good, LLC

Misty Tyme

Misty Tyme is the consummate forgiveness professional. What I love about her courses is the blend of compassion and understanding with excellent tools like “Will and Skill” from which everyone can benefit.

If dreading the holidays means seeing the Ex, or being with family members that fight and dredge up the past, the newly released Forgiveness Courses created by Misty Tyme might be the answer to leaving the dread behind. Part one of the Forgiveness Course is: Understanding What Forgiveness Is and What It Is Not. Part two: How to Forgive Your Ex. Part three is: How to Forgive Your Family. More information can be found on the newly launched website, mistytyme.com.

In these step-by-step courses, Tyme teaches how to forgive and let go which will make the holiday season a more joyful time as it is meant to be. What people don’t know or lose sight of in harboring the un-willingness or inability to forgive is they are desperate for an apology and want the other person to change. And they are stuck in the myths and misconceptions of what forgiveness really is. “Many people want to feel better and want to let go of pain, anger and unfilled expectations that is un-forgiveness. The problem is, people do not know how. In both of my courses, I give people the how with a dash of humor so they can live happier and have better relationships. Forgiveness really is the link between love and healing,” says Misty Tyme.

Misty Tyme is the consummate forgiveness professional. What I love about her courses is the blend of compassion and understanding with excellent tools like “Will and Skill” from which everyone can benefit. Misty’s understanding of relationships can help you heal a lifetime of hurts and come out even stronger. I highly recommend her courses, and her coaching,” says Bridget Cook-Burch, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Witness Wore Red.

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Katie Brewer, CFP® Has Been Named as One of D Magazine’s “2019 Best Financial Planners in Dallas”


Katie Brewer, CFP® has been named as one of D Magazine’s “2019 Best Financial Planners in Dallas” for the fifth year in a row.

Katie Brewer is the owner of Your Richest Life, a fee-only financial planning company helping mid-career physicians, attorneys and other high-income earners take charge charge of their financial lives. This distinction is listed in the November 2019 issue of D Magazine.

“I am honored that my peers consider me among the best financial planners in Dallas,” Brewer says. “I am passionate about serving highly educated professionals under 55 and promoting a fiduciary standard in my work.”

Katie Brewer was listed on InvestmentNews’ 2017 “40 under 40.” Qualifications for this honor include accomplishments to date, contribution to the industry, leadership and promise.

Katie coordinates the regional quarterly financial planner education meetings for NAPFA, the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors. She is also a founding member of fee-only financial planning network XY Planning Network.

She regularly contributes to financial articles and podcasts writes financial planning articles for professionals at YourRichestLifePlanning.com/Blog.

D Magazine asked CFP® professionals in the Dallas/ Fort Worth Chapter of the Financial Planning Association to cast an online ballot to select the best certified financial planners in the area. Votes from outside firms weighed more heavily than inside firm votes. Only eligible CFP® professionals were considered for the list. The final list was reviewed by esteemed local financial planners.

About Your Richest Life

Your Richest Life is a virtual fee-only financial planning firm based in the Dallas area. The owner, Katie Brewer, CFP®, has over 15 years of experience. Her passion is helping clients get their financial lives in order.

You can contact Katie Brewer at info@yrlplanning.com or schedule a call at YourRichestLifePlanning.com/Schedule.

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Beyond Publishing, a Global Media Company, Will be Hosting a ‘Twenty-Five-Plus Author Showcase’


Beyond Publishing, a global media company, will be hosting a “twenty-five-plus author showcase” on November 14th at The Hyatt Place Hotel in Downtown St. Petersburg from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Everyone has a story that needs to be told. We help them come to light and brighten the world.

Publisher & CEO Michael D. Butler will be hosting this event to help Floridians explore the world of book writing. St. Petersburg’s own Forbes Riley & Amazing John John Humphreys will join over twenty-five authors from the USA and across the globe.

Floridians interested in writing a book or speaking can spend November 14th at an “open to the public” St. Petersburg, FL authors and speakers showcase. It is produced by Beyond Publishing, Inc., and nationally acclaimed publisher, and CEO Michael D. Butler.

November 14th, 2019 – St Petersburg, FL – “Twenty-Five-Plus Author Showcase”

The opportunity to learn from over twenty-five international speakers and authors comes to Tampa and St. Petersburg on Thursday, November 14th, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Hyatt Place Hotel in downtown St. Petersburg. The general public and those interested in writing a book or becoming a public speaker can listen to messages, ideas, and ‘how-to’ discussions.

The Beyond Publishing “Twenty-Five-Plus Author Showcase” is centered on serving current and potential authors. Authors in attendance and speaking range from St. Petersburg’s own TV and Media darlings, The Amazing John John, the world’s youngest motivational speaker and author of BE AMAZING, and Forbes Riley, the Home Shopping Network Queen who has sold 2.5 billion of her own and others’ products on TV and now runs The Forbes Factor from her studio in St. Petersburg. Her new book, What Have You Forbes’d Lately is already #1 on Amazon. Other guests include Dr. Sonja Stribling, Dr. Ross Carter, and Dr. Dorian Williams.

Beyond Publishing authors have spoken in over 20 countries this year, and will speak in over 25 countries in 2020. Authors featured at the St. Pete event have been frequent guests on radio, television, podcasts, in print media and delivering keynotes ranging from business success, to entrepreneurial start up, to relationships, health, and money. Attendees will be delighted to meet this ensemble of authors from California, Michigan, Texas, Arizona, Kansas, Wisconsin, Kentucky, Illinois, Florida, and Georgia. In addition to the doctors and those previously mentioned are Daniel Gomez, Carl Merkle, Stan Padgett, Tom Chesser, Deb North, Denise O’Brien, Alan Asp, Bella Cruz, Shy Gold, Makeena Riley, Vale’ssa Winslow, Dan Snell, Dale Brunner, C. Ray Collins, Brandie Barclay, Joshua Self, Katie Chandler, and others.

This once-in-a-lifetime event begins Thursday morning from 9:30 to 11:00 at the local iFLY in Tampa where Tampa Author 11-year-old John John Humphreys will attempt a Guinness Book of World Record to be the first author to do a book signing while skydiving. Humphreys is challenging others to believe in their dreams and soar, no matter their age. Later, in the evening program, Humphreys will appear and discuss “How writing your book and speaking can start at any age.”

Information and tickets for Thursday’s event are available at https://beyondpublishing.net/FloridaAuthorEvent. Special student pricing is available, as Butler noted college students are some of the fastest-growing author success stories in America.

At a time when many people are looking for better ways to navigate through corporate America, political scenarios, financial struggles, and relationship questions, hundreds of new and seasoned authors are knocking on the door of Beyond Publishing with a story, a message, or wanting to share knowledge and encouragement with others. “Our authors, many of whom are writing their first book, are finding that a ‘hybrid publishing’ firm like Beyond Publishing offers the attention, the process, and the reasonable investment they are looking for,” noted Butler, who has represented authors in over 20 countries in the publishing industry.

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Corporate CEOs, personal development gurus, motivational speakers, customer service executives, and relationship experts are just some of the recent Amazon #1 bestsellers published by Beyond Publishing. Butler noted that he had served authors from age 8 to age 92 in his publishing journey. “Everyone has a story that needs to be told. We help them come to light and brighten the world,” said Butler.

BEYOND PUBLISHING

Beyond Publishing is a leading hybrid publishing company that offers full-service publishing, consulting, coaching, promotion, and speaker bureau services. Michael D. Butler, the CEO, has brought together a team of book launch experts who help authors write, create, and publish new books while assisting them in employing the latest in book launch strategies to maximize their book launch and increase their odds of winning at achieving Best Seller Status.

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Quik! Integrates with Sycamore Company to Bring Forms Automation Solution to Its Back-Office Software


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Bringing the most robust forms automation solution to Sycamore means users will have easy access to completely pre-fillable forms to complete transactions quickly and accurately

Quik! today announced a partnership with Sycamore Company that delivers access to Quik!’s automated forms solution right from the Sycamore ecosystem. The integration reduces the inefficiencies and errors of manual forms and increases productivity. Sycamore users are able to complete paperwork at the click of a button to complete and submit a variety of transactions. Madison Avenue Securities, LLC will be the first customer to deploy the integration, with Sycamore clients having access to all forms in Quik!’s forms library.

“We’re dedicated to bringing value to customers by always improving on Sycamore’s capabilities, and this partnership with Quik! expands our capabilities to offer more forms automation solutions,” said Michael Overdorf, president of Sycamore.

As a turnkey integration with Sycamore, Quik! can be turned on and made available to customers rapidly, which saves time and money over the traditional integrations required by forms solutions. With access to the entire Quik! library of forms, all types of transactions are possible and well managed by Sycamore.

“More than 80 percent of manual forms are never completed or submitted – that’s money left on the table,” said Richard Walker, CEO and founder of Quik!. “Bringing the most robust forms automation solution to Sycamore means users will have easy access to completely pre-fillable forms to complete transactions quickly and accurately.”

To learn more about Quik! and its ability to generate custom form solutions, please visit: https://www.quikforms.com/.

To learn more about Sycamore, visit https://sycamorecompany.com/

About Sycamore Company

Sycamore Company is a modern back-office technology solution for broker-dealers and RIAs. Through the power of Salesforce, Sycamore provides the engine enabling clients to manage commission reporting, compliance review and advisor compensation on one integrated platform. Through consultation, implementation and training to clients, Sycamore Company streamlines the normally arduous process of selecting and implementing the proper software applications.

About Quik!

Quik! is a provider of forms automation and management solutions for companies looking to maximize efficiency and productivity. Its technology is simple and easy to use, reducing the time and hassle of paperwork and empowering users to do their best work. Each form is fillable, interactive, secure and signable, allowing Quik! customers to collectively save thousands of trees per year. Quik! API and Application solutions feature an unparalleled standard definition of more than 500,000 fields and an extensive library of more than 34,000 forms that are easily integrated with CRM and other systems. Founded in 2002 by business consultant and entrepreneur Richard Walker, Quik! helps the top firms in the financial industry improve their bottom line. For more information on Quik!, visit quikforms.com.

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New self-help book identifies workplace burnout and how to address the issue by practicing self-care


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The new self-improvement book “Am I Burned Out at Work?: A Self-Care Solution” (published by Archway Publishing) by Salar A. Khan, MD, MBA, offers an informed opinion on the causes of burnout and presents solutions people can implement in their lives with some practice and attention.

Khan examines the topic of workplace burnout against the backdrop of personal experience and professional work as well as observations as a physician. He examines the role of the primary physician in screening burnout, addresses the phases of burnout, and gives advice for prevention. With a self-assessment tool included, this guide presents lessons and a step-by-step self-care solution to give readers ultimate control of their health and well-being.

“Burnout permeates all cultures and pervades almost all institutions and organizations,” Khan says. “It occurs when expectations outstrip reality or when work-related conflict erupts between employee and employer. But there is good news; your body gives you warning signs, and it’s a treatable condition.”

The book is available for purchase on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Am-Burned-out-Work-Self-Care-ebook/dp/B07Z7JZ8D9.

“Am I Burned Out at Work?”

By Salar A. Khan, MD, MBA

Hardcover | 6 x 9in | 204 pages | ISBN 9781480883321

Softcover | 6 x 9in | 204 pages | ISBN 9781480883314

E-Book | 204 pages | ISBN 9781480883307

Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the Author

Salar A. Khan, MD, MBA, has worked as director of research compliance in Chicago since 2009. He’s served in a variety of roles including physician, pulmonologist, chief of medicine, interim hospital director, associate professor of medicine, surgical assistant, research administration portfolio manager, merit grant administrator, interim director nonprofit organization, and others in organizations in Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and the United States. Khan lives in Chicago with his wife and two sons. He is the author of “Unlocking the Natural-Born Leader’s Abilities: An Autobiographical Expose.” Visit him online at http://www.doctorsalarkhan.com.

Simon & Schuster, a company with nearly ninety years of publishing experience, has teamed up with Author Solutions, LLC, the leading self-publishing company worldwide, to create Archway Publishing. With unique resources to support books of all kind, Archway Publishing offers a specialized approach to help every author reach his or her desired audience. For more information, visit archwaypublishing.com or call 888-242-5904.

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Guruji Mahendra Trivedi Presents Trivedi Effect® Workshop November 9


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Guruji Mahendra Trivedi

Thank you Guruji for this day. The story of the three monks is so meaningful. You have given so much guidance in how to connect with the divine. — Gary Gerber

Founder of the Trivedi Effect®, Guruji Mahendra Trivedi offers powerful workshops to deepen the participants’ connection to the God of their understanding, as well as, to illuminate the path of awareness and higher consciousness as they learn to navigate and achieve their life’s purpose, fate, and fortune.

The next Trivedi Effect® Online Workshop is scheduled at Noon, Pacific Time, Nov. 9, 2019. To register, call 877-493-4092, or register via email at CS@TrivediEffect.com.

At a recent workshop, Guruji Trivedi spoke about the lust of happiness and how to access an enlightened being.

Watch the Replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vHAtZ8t2qM

Trivedi addresses innovative and thought-provoking topics at each workshop. He tackles the questions that have plagued mankind since its inception such as Divine connection, belief systems and personal growth. In the past, he has addressed the most common issues affecting humans today including sleep disorders, anxiety, OCD, ADHC, and other issues in the realm of physical, mental and emotional health in addition to spiritual topics.

He breaks down complex topics into the simple basics such as truth, honesty, integrity, trustworthiness and good character. Participants return time and time again to gain a deeper understanding of Divine Grace through a pure lens with no religious or political dogma attached the messages.

Participants in Trivedi Effect® programs report phenomenal results including:

  • Better overall health and wellbeing;
  • Higher quality of sleep;
  • Decreased anxiety and depression;
  • Higher Consciousness and better mental clarity.


In a recent workshop, participants shared their comments about how Guruji Trivedi and the Trivedi Effect have impacted them:

Faith Pyka said, “Although we can never, in this lifetime, become like Guruji, he is a huge inspiration to rise out of the muck and mire and to blossom like the lotus. The most difficult thing for me over the years of helping people is to let people have their own experiences and to not rescue them. This is something I have been working on, and I have learned I am responsible for changing the outcome in my life. I am grateful to have God and Guruji on my side.”

Gary Gerber wrote, “Thank you Guruji for this day. The story of the three monks is so meaningful. You have given so much guidance in how to connect with the divine.”

After Dahryn Trivedi spoke, Liz Feeney said, “Thank you, Dahryn, you shared some very clear and practical wisdom from a fresh perspective, which of course gives it a whole new dimension. Your discussion on discipline and possibility (and the correlation between the two) was a great reminder for me to check my own discipline and commitment in some areas of my life.”

Each workshop is filled with Divine inspirations, insightful commentary, and deep thought-provoking discourses on topics ranging from human conditioning, physical and mental issues such as sleep disorders, depression, anxiety, and other common life challenges to the development of deeper consciousness and includes a divine energy transmission.

To find out more about the science, read testimonials, or join an upcoming workshop, visit http://www.TrivediEffect.com

About Guruji Mahendra Trivedi & The Trivedi Effect®

The Trivedi Effect® , which is an evidence-based phenomenon in which an individual can harness inherently intelligent energy from nature and transmit it to living organisms and non-living materials, anywhere in the world through thought intention, to significantly enhance potency and beneficially alter their characteristics and behaviors through transformation at the atomic, molecular, and cellular levels.

Guruji Mahendra Kumar Trivedi, the founder of the Trivedi Effect®, is on a mission to usher in a new era that integrates science, spirituality, and consciousness to vastly improve the human condition and benefit humanity on a global scale. To date, more than 250,000 people worldwide have benefited from the Trivedi Effect®. His organization, Trivedi Global, Inc., is collaborating with globally renowned product research and development organizations to bring to market proprietary products and therapies in the areas of nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, and more.

Alice Branton, CEO, Trivedi Global, Inc., recently spoke on the impact of the Trivedi Effect® at the Entrepreneurship Club of the Harvard Business School, Nasdaq, Microsoft, and Coca-Cola. She also appeared on more than 35 network television news shows in the last year including ABC, NBC, FOX, CW and more.

Dahryn Trivedi, a prodigious spiritual leader, young entrepreneur, and inspiring speaker also joins in the mission. She has spoken at NASDAQ and appeared on television news programs including ABC, NBC, CW and Fox.

Gopal Nayak is one the youngest enlightened spiritual gurus for the new generation in India. He is a pioneer in Biofield Energy Science. Nayak raises awareness about the potential impact of the Trivedi Effect for the beneficial transformation of all living organisms and non-living materials. Nayak is highly sought after by business leaders, politicians and celebrities throughout India and abroad. Nayak has transformed the lives of thousands of individuals from around the world, especially in the USA, Canada and Europe.

The Trivedi Effect® has been tested, measured, and validated in more than 6,000 scientific experiments globally, by world-renowned scientists and research institutes using the rigor of internationally accepted models of scientific research with the most sophisticated technologies available on this planet. Challenging the known frontiers of science, this research has resulted in more than 400 publications in major international peer-reviewed scientific journals with more than 4,000 citations.

These publications are available in more than 2,300 universities internationally including the prestigious Ivy League Universities, as well as, the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

The next Trivedi Online Workshop is scheduled at Noon, Pacific Time, Nov. 9, 2019. To register, call 877-493-4092, or register via email at CS@TrivediEffect.com.

Watch the Replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vHAtZ8t2qM

REVIV, The World’s Leading Lifestyle and Wellness Company, Announces The North Face Founder, Hap Klopp, as New Board Member


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Hap Klopp Joins REVIV Board

“Hap’s coming on board represents a seismic jump for REVIV,” said Sarah Lomas, President, REVIV. “His widespread knowledge and groundbreaking methods place REVIV at the perfect juncture to move from IV therapy to overall wellness based on disruptive and groundbreaking genetic analysis.”

REVIV, a leading global brand in preventative health, offering IV therapies and cutting edge lifestyle genetics services to deliver a unique approach to holistic wellness, has announced the newest member to its advisory board, effective September 1: Kenneth “Hap” Klopp, the founder and 20-year-CEO of The North Face, one of the leading international sports apparel companies.

Klopp will serve REVIV as Non-Executive Director. He runs a private consulting company, HK Consulting, which specializes in strategy, global business, marketing and sales for sports, apparel and financial services companies. He is a Board member of numerous entrepreneurial ventures and the author of Conquering The North Face–an adventure in Leadership, and ALMOST–12 electric months chasing a Silicon Valley Dream.

He is also a lecturer and motivational speaker specializing in strategy, brand building, M&A and financing.

“Hap’s coming on board represents a seismic jump for REVIV,” said Sarah Lomas, President, REVIV. “His widespread knowledge and groundbreaking methods place REVIV at the perfect juncture to move from IV therapy to overall wellness based on disruptive and groundbreaking genetic analysis.”

“REVIV is a major disruptor in the DNA testing industry,” said Klopp. “Its depth and excellence will make it the new standard that delivers the triple bottom line: profits, environmental health and societal improvement.”

In addition, REVIV will undertake its Series Round A funding in a few weeks and Klopp will be contributing his extensive entrepreneurial experience to facilitate the financing.

REVIV Genetics is the most accurate DNA testing available today at 99.97% accuracy. While currently the only company to provide personal follow-up consultation, REVIV is branching out to offer DNA testing and fully personalized IV therapies designed to maximize individual overall health.

About REVIV

REVIV now operates across six continents, with clinics located in over 35 countries, firmly establishing itself as the global market leader in IV therapy-led preventative health solutions.

In September 2019, the company introduced REVIV Genetics, the new disruptive lifestyle genetics service to perfectly complement its overall wellness and preventative health strategy.

REVIV Genetics has the broadest offering of lifestyle genetic tests and the most comprehensive analysis available on the market today, providing bespoke health and wellness therapy at its highest accuracy via a very safe and secure doctor-led service. Results come with information on how to prevent or improve health outcomes and REVIV’s experienced medical team provide tools to apply the advice to daily life and lifestyle. These include food and medication lists and high-level preventative tips.

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A Companion Workbook by Kelli Jaecks


Mascot Books announces the release of Martinis & Menopause: A Companion Workbook by Kelli Jaecks.

‘Martinis & Menopause: Strategies, Science, and Sips that Empower Women to Beat the Hormone Groan’ encouraged women everywhere to conquer fear with facts and live their best life. This companion workbook was written to continue the conversation on the journey through menopause. It is designed for the menopausal woman to continue to empower and herself about menopause.

Kelli Jaecks’ first installment, ‘Martinis & Menopause: Strategies, Science, and Sips that Empower Women to Beat the Hormone Groan’ helped women everywhere to better understand the ups and downs of menopause, and live life with confidence and strength. With the release of ‘Martinis & Menopause: A Companion Workbook’, readers can choose exactly how they want to “live their best lives”. This interactive title is full of written exercises and opportunities for reflection, allowing women to navigate through this journey of menopause on their own or with others.

Many women feel alone in this life transition and ashamed of their changing bodies. Jaecks’ work breaks that taboo and brings this change into the light. The workbook provides symptom trackers, space for women to journal, and games to bring the fun back! In order to fully embrace and step into this stage of life, women can benefit from others who have experienced the emotional, physical and mental changes that accompany menopause. This companion workbook fosters conversations, self-reflection and opportunities for exploration and personal growth.

Kelli Jaecks was inspired to write this title based on her own personal experience with menopause. She is a professional speaker, blogger, and an overall lover of life. When she is not working, she can be found performing in live theater or scuba diving.

To set up an interview, reading, signing, or for information regarding ‘Martinis & Menopause: A Companion Workbook’, please contact Kelli Jaecks at kelli@kellijaecks.com.

For more information, visit MartinisandMenopause.com

Martinis & Menopause: The Companion Workbook is registered with the American Wholesale Book Company, Baker & Taylor, Follett Library Resources, and Ingram, and available online.

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Sunshine Coast Health Centre Announces ‘Georgia Strait’ Women-only Trauma Program to Open in November 2019


Sunshine Coast Health Centre is a best-in-class trauma treatment program for women.

We are very excited to expand our trauma treatment offerings to women through the Georgia Strait Women’s Clinic.

Sunshine Coast Health Centre (https://www.sunshinecoasthealthcentre.ca/), a best-in-class Centre in British Columbia for trauma treatment, is proud to announce plans for a woman-focused trauma treatment program called the “Georgia Straight Women’s Clinic.” Using a non 12 step methodology, the Centre has established a reputation as a top-rated methodology to treat trauma and PTSD and has historically focused on men only. Its residential facility is located in Powell River, BC, but it has reached clients from the key cities in British Columbia such as Vancouver, Richmond, or Victoria as well as clients from other key cities in Canada such as Calgary or Edmonton. The program is now expanding to a parallel offering to be named “Georgia Straight Women’s Clinic,” and focusing on trauma treatment for women.

“We are very excited to expand our trauma treatment offerings to women through the Georgia Strait Women’s Clinic,” explained Casey Jordan, Chief Marketing Officer. “The new women-focused program will help women with moderate to severe trauma issues in a relaxed, residential setting. Our program will be the first of its kind in Canada.”

A website for the Georgia Strait Women’s Clinic is currently in development. For now, persons interested in the trauma treatment program for women should visit the website at https://www.sunshinecoasthealthcentre.ca/ and then click on the “contact” button. Information can be requested at that point. Alternatively, persons interested in the treatment philosophy and methodology are urged to visit the information pages on Non 12 Step Methodology (https://www.sunshinecoasthealthcentre.ca/non-12-step/) and trauma therapy (https://www.sunshinecoasthealthcentre.ca/trauma-program/). These pages provide an overview to the perspective of the Centre and are a starting point for self-education. Above all, however, each individual is urged to reach out to the Centre for a consultation as no two individuals, nor their situations are exactly alike.

EXPANDING TO MEET THE NEEDS OF CANADIAN WOMEN SUFFERING FROM TRAUMA

Here is background on this release. Scheduled to launch November 2019, the Georgia Strait Women’s Clinic will be the first of its kind in Canada. Currently, women with moderate to severe trauma issues have limited inpatient or residential care options. Long wait lists exist for trauma-specific care of any kind. Most residential programs are strictly trauma-informed, meaning they focus on addictions and treat trauma as a secondary symptom. In addition, most residential programs are mixed gender and are therefore unable to provide the same level of safety and support found in a women-only program.

The Georgia Strait Women’s Clinic will be the first program in Canada to offer trauma-focused care exclusively for women. An abundance of one-on-one, highly personalized care is what makes trauma-focused treatment possible. While the Georgia Strait Women’s Clinic will offer group therapy and psychoeducation, it is understood that trauma can sometimes prevent group participation, particularly in the early stages of care. That is why a heavy emphasis will be placed on emotional self-regulation, offering evidence-based therapies such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), hypnotherapy, dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and many others.

For these reasons, Sunshine Coast Health Centre is proud to announce the Georgia Strait Women’s Program.

ABOUT SUNSHINE COAST HEALTH CENTRE

Sunshine Coast Health Centre is a 47-bed drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility exclusively designed for men, officially opened on the 15th of March 2004. The Centre has a philosophy of care that goes beyond just addiction to include personal transformation based on three key therapeutic principles: interpersonal relatedness, self definition (autonomy & competence), and intrinsic motivation. The Centre offers both drug rehabilitation and alcohol treatment near Vancouver, BC, but serving patients across Canada, particularly British Columbia and Alberta and cities such as Calgary, Edmonton and Red Deer. Sunshine Coast Health Centre uses a form of drug rehabilitation based on the research of Viktor Frankl and methodology of Paul T.P. Wong, namely ‘Meaning ­Centered Therapy.’

Website. http://www.sunshinecoasthealthcentre.ca

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Affinimark Receives Breakthrough Designation from FDA for Diagnostic in the Detection of Cerebral Spinal Fluid Leaks in Patients


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Affinimark Technologies, Inc. ( Affinimark), a development-stage diagnostics company dedicated to improving timely diagnosis and treatment for patients, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Breakthrough Designation for its review of Affinimark’s proprietary Cerebral Spinal Fluid (CSF) Test Strip, a revolutionary diagnostic strip intended for real-time detection of cerebral spinal fluid leaks. FDA Breakthrough Designation expedites the Agency’s review of medical devices that can provide for more effective treatment or diagnosis of life-threatening or irreversibly debilitating diseases or conditions.

Affinimark’s CSF test works much like a pregnancy test, yielding a positive or negative result when suspected fluid is tested. The immediate feedback assists the clinician making a diagnosis and helps to determine if any intervention is necessary to address a CSF leak. CSF supports and bathes the brain and central nervous system. Leaks occur when a tear or hole forms in the dura, the membrane that surrounds the brain and spinal cord, allowing fluid to seep out, increasing the risk of infection.

“The FDA’s granting of Breakthrough Designation for our CSF Test Strip underscores the urgent need for a diagnostic tool that provides on-the-spot, immediate results upon suspicion of a CSF leak in patients,” said Ellie Tandler, President and Chief Executive Officer at Affinimark. “CSF leaks increase the risk of meningitis and other neurological complications, so timely diagnosis and urgent and effective repair of the defect are essential. We appreciate the review and decision by the FDA and plan to work closely with the Agency to commercialize our CSF Test Strip by early 2021.”

Among the benefits of FDA Breakthrough Designation are a commitment from the FDA for more rapid review timelines, ongoing discussion and submission review, and access to FDA senior management to develop a plan that is as least burdensome as possible and allows for some measure of flexibility and adjustment. The FDA’s decision was based on recognition of Affinimark’s CFS Test Strip as a timely diagnostic tool that can aid in the diagnosis of CSF leakages more quickly than other available in vitro diagnostic (IVD) devices with the same or similar intended use.

“Our device has completed proof-of-concept and prototyping. We are raising a Series C round of financing to fund the clinical trial and analytical bench testing of the strip over the next 18 months for a de novo 510(k) submission to the FDA by Q1 2021,” added Tandler.

Current technologies for detecting CSF fluid leaks, such as imaging and scans, are time-consuming, expensive and inconvenient for the patient. A beta-2 transferrin lab test can detect CSF; however, the test requires a relatively large volume sample (as compared with Affinimark’s test), can be cumbersome to run and can produce inaccurate results when blood is present in the sample. Its performance data have not been reviewed by the FDA.

About Affinimark Technologies, Inc.:

Affinimark Technologies, Inc., is a privately held diagnostics company located in Guilford, CT. Its primary investors include CT Innovations and Launch Capital, as well as individual founders.

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