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Legends of the Ball, Inc. hosts their Annual Golf Classic to fund scholarships for aspiring female athletes HOUSTON, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Legends of the Ball, Inc., a 501c3 nonprofit organization, was founded by a group of women who blazed a trail in the realms of sports and…
Timely detection is crucial to improving lung cancer outcomes, and LDCT lung cancer screening has been proven effective in reducing mortality rates, particularly among heavy smokers. However, the existing screening criteria in the United States and South Korea limit eligibility to heavy smokers only, leaving a substantial portion of the population at risk.
The Taiwan Lung Cancer Screening for Never-Smoker Trial (TALENT) provided critical insights that family history of lung cancer is a significant risk factor for developing lung cancer in Taiwan. Building on this knowledge, Taiwan launched its national lung cancer screening program in July 2022, targeting two specific eligible populations:
The program utilizes a modified Lung-RADS guideline of the American College of Radiology (ACR) as the nodule management guideline and established a case management system to ensure appropriate follow-up for positive screening results. The collected data includes risk factors, image interpretation results, and evaluation outcomes, which are used to facilitate timely diagnosis and treatment.
Preliminary results from July 2022 to June 2023, have been promising according to Director General, Chao-Chun Wu, from the Health Promotion Administration of Taiwan. A total of 49,508 individuals were screened, with 28,617 (58%) having a family history of lung cancer and 18,970 (38%) being heavy smokers. Of those screened, 4,406 individuals received a positive screening result, and 531 individuals were ultimately diagnosed with lung cancer. The positive rate was 9.2%, and the lung cancer detection rate was 1.1%, with an impressive 85% of lung cancer cases diagnosed at an early stage (stage zero and one).
The Taiwan National Lung Cancer Early Detection Program is a significant step forward in the fight against lung cancer, offering hope for saving lives through early detection and improved treatment outcomes,” Dr. Yang said.
About the IASLC:
The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) is the only global organization dedicated solely to the study of lung cancer and other thoracic malignancies. Founded in 1974, the association’s membership includes more than 8,000 lung cancer specialists across all disciplines in over 100 countries, forming a global network working together to conquer lung and thoracic cancers worldwide. The association also publishes the Journal of Thoracic Oncology, the primary educational and informational publication for topics relevant to the prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of all thoracic malignancies. Visit http://www.iaslc.org for more information.
About the WCLC:
The WCLC is the world’s largest meeting dedicated to lung cancer and other thoracic malignancies, attracting more than 7,000 researchers, physicians, and specialists from more than 100 countries. The goal is to increase awareness, collaboration, and understanding of lung cancer, and to help participants implement the latest developments across the globe. The conference will cover a wide range of disciplines and unveil several research studies and clinical trial results. For more information, visit https://wclc2023.iaslc.org.
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Chris Martin, IASLC, 6306702745, [email protected], https://wclc2023.iaslc.org.
SOURCE IASLC
The in-home health care franchise is looking to tap into unmet demand in Coeur d’Alene
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Right at Home, the 700-plus location in-home health care concept helping seniors and adults with disabilities live comfortably at home, is looking to expand in Coeur d’Alene. The opportunity gives local entrepreneurs a chance to make a difference in their communities and provide peace of mind to families needing care.
Right at Home employs professionally trained caregivers to provide care and assistance to seniors and adults with disabilities who wish to remain in the comfort and safety of their own home or current living arrangement. With over 28 years of experience providing essential care in more than 700 locations across seven countries, Right at Home has become one of the world’s largest in-home health care franchises.
With an aging population of nearly 50,000 seniors, Coeur d’Alene is primed for Right at Home’s services. With steady increases in employment rate over 2023 and a new surgery center and several other new businesses set to open next year, Coeur d’Alene is the perfect location to open a Right at Home.
“Right at Home starts with our passionate franchise owners, and we’re excited to partner with the people of Coeur d’Alene,” said Jennifer Chaney, Vice President of Franchise Development. “We are seeking passionate individuals who aren’t just looking for a business to make a living. Entrepreneurs should choose Right at Home to make a positive impact on their communities and the people for whom they provide care. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for everyone that we serve.”
With its eyes on Coeur d’Alene, the industry-leading in-home health care concept is seeking franchise partners to provide its much-needed services within one territory in the market.
Right at Home is seeing an increased demand for quality in-home care services across the country as the baby boomer generation reaches its senior years. During 2020 and 2021, the franchise not only survived the height of the pandemic but came out of it stronger than ever– exceeding growth goals by 40%. And in 2022, Right at Home picked up even more momentum as it continued to bring its best-in-class in-home care services to families in new markets across the country. This year, Right at Home is looking forward to building on that growth, including in Coeur d’Alene.
ABOUT RIGHT AT HOME:
Founded in 1995, Right at Home offers in-home care to seniors and adults with disabilities who want to live independently. Most Right at Home offices are independently owned and operated and directly employ and supervise all caregiving staff. Each caregiver is thoroughly screened, trained and bonded/insured before entering a client’s home. Right at Home’s global office is based in Omaha, Nebraska, with more than 700 franchise locations in the U.S. and six other countries. If you’re interested in taking the next step in making a difference in your community as a Right at Home franchisee, visit https://rightathomefranchise.com/
Media Contact
Lauren Turner, Mainland, 3125263996, [email protected], www.hellomainland.com
SOURCE Right at Home
“The past several months have been extremely difficult for my loved ones and for me personally. As you can imagine, seeing a private personal matter wrongly depicted in the media was hurtful and frustrating. So, too, was being unable to set the record straight because of the ongoing legal investigation.
“Now that this matter has concluded, I can directly say that the allegations against me were false.
“Like most people, my family and my integrity represent the two most important things in my life. Now that my name has been cleared of wrongdoing, I look forward to continuing to move on with my life, fully focused on being a husband and a father.”
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David Leibowitz, Leibowitz Solo, 1 6023171414, [email protected], www.leibowitzsolo.com
SOURCE Andy Barroway
Vedullapalli notes that along with patience and long-term strategies “people should always have a litmus test when they are going through a dilemma. They’ll find the answer that they need is often something they already know.”
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaitrav/
Company website: http://meylah.com/
Disruption Interruption is the podcast where you’ll hear from today’s biggest Industry Disruptors. Learn what motivated them to bring about innovation and how they overcame opposition to adoption.
Disruption Interruption can be listened to via the Podbean app and is available on Apple’s App Store and Google Play.
About Disruption Interruption:
Disruption is happening on an unprecedented scale, impacting all manner of industries — MedTech, Finance, IT, eCommerce, shipping and logistics, and more — and COVID has moved their timelines up a full decade or more. But WHO are these disruptors, and when did they say, “THAT’S IT! I’VE HAD IT!”? Time to Disrupt and Interrupt with host Karla Jo “KJ” Helms, veteran communications disruptor. KJ interviews bad a**es who are disrupting their industries and altering economic networks that have become antiquated with an establishment resistant to progress. She delves into uncovering secrets from industry rebels and quiet revolutionaries that uncover common traits — and not-so-common — that are changing our economic markets … and lives. Visit the world’s key pioneers that persist to success, despite arrows in their backs at http://www.disruptioninterruption.com
About Karla Jo Helms:
Karla Jo Helms is the Chief Evangelist and Anti-PR® Strategist for JOTO PR Disruptors™.
Karla Jo learned firsthand how unforgiving business can be when millions of dollars are on the line — and how the control of public opinion often determines whether one company is happily chosen, or another is brutally rejected. Being an alumnus of crisis management, Karla Jo has worked with litigation attorneys, private investigators, and the media to help restore companies of goodwill into the good graces of public opinion — Karla Jo operates on the ethic of getting it right the first time, not relying on second chances and doing what it takes to excel. Helms speaks globally on public relations, how the PR industry itself has lost its way and how, in the right hands, corporations can harness the power of Anti-PR to drive markets and impact market perception.
About Chaitra Vedullapalli:
Chaitra Vedullapalli is recognized as an influential business leader with a passion to enable digital equality and access to achieve economic prosperity in our communities. She is the Co-Founder and CMO of Meylah which is focused on helping customers modernize their business with cloud solutions. She is also the Co-Founder of Women in Cloud, sits on the board of several companies, and drives global conversations with the United Nations and top corporations.
Using the power of AI, cloud, and IoT, Chaitra is fiercely committed to empowering business owners to access the digital economy. She is recognized as an author, TEDx speaker, change leader, and holds a patent. As a woman of influence she has connected lives by the values of ‘the rising tide lifts all boats’ and believes that together we can go further.
References:
1) Agrella, Renato. “How to Build a Partner Ecosystem to Grow Your Business”, Forbes, 12 May 2023, forbes.com/sites/theyec/2023/05/12/how-to-build-a-partner-ecosystem-to-grow-your-business/?sh=7778628f23d1.
2) Staff Writer. “3 Corporate Partnerships That Flopped and Why”, Firneo, 2023, firneo.com/blog/3-corporate-partnerships-that-flopped-and-why.
Media Contact
Karla Jo Helms, JOTO PR™, 727-777-4619, [email protected], jotopr.com
SOURCE Disruption Interruption
“We are thrilled to be able to work with Document Solutions Business Life Simplified to provide these cafeteria filtration and bottle filling stations that will enable the district to promote the increased use of water for hydration among students, as well as reduce the amount of money they are spending on bottled water,” said Mark McDonough, President, New Jersey American Water and Board Member, American Water Charitable Foundation. “No student, teacher, or faculty member should drink bottled water when the tap water being provided meets all quality standards and is readily available in a hygienic, touchless device for increased safety in a public setting.”
Our touchless water coolers offer a safer and more hygienic solution to traditional water dispensers. With the current global health crisis, it’s more important than ever to reduce the spread of germs. Our touchless technology ensures that users can access water without touching the dispenser, minimizing the risk of spreading bacteria and viruses.
The anti-microbial surface on our water coolers helps to reduce the growth of bacteria, making our systems a more hygienic option. This feature also ensures that users can drink clean and safe water every time.
Our reverse osmosis systems offer clean and pure water that’s free from contaminants. This process uses a semi-permeable membrane to remove impurities, resulting in clean and safe drinking water.
Our activated oxygen self-cleaning system ensures that our water coolers are always clean and fresh. This feature uses activated oxygen to sanitize the dispenser, eliminating any bacteria or viruses that may be present.
Our eco-friendly systems help to reduce your carbon footprint. With our systems, there’s no need for plastic bottles, which helps to reduce waste and pollution. By eliminating plastic bottles, we’re doing our part to protect the environment and promote sustainability.
We are thrilled to have been able to provide the Camden City School District with our cutting-edge water cooler and reverse osmosis systems. Our goal is to provide safe, clean, and eco-friendly drinking water solutions to schools and other organizations in the tri-state area.
Media Contact
DS Water Team, Document Solutions Business Life Simplified, 1-908-653-0600, [email protected], www.dsbls.com/water-for-schools/
SOURCE Document Solutions Business Life Simplified
“Learners are made, not born,” states Vivek, emphasizing the foundational philosophy of Kokotree. “From my daughter’s initial forays into the digital world, I realized the urgent need for a platform that could offer structured, safe, and engaging content. That’s how Kokotree was conceptualized.”
The Kokotree learning app for preschoolers covers crucial topics such as reading, writing, counting, and understanding emotions through educational cartoons and videos. Every piece of content is meticulously crafted, combining the expertise of educators, curriculum designers, animators, and technologists. Age-appropriate, engaging, and rooted in global education frameworks, Kokotree’s offerings promise both fun and knowledge.
At Kokotree, we’ve pioneered more than just an educational app; we’ve established an integrated educational animation studio. This dual initiative enables us to produce and deliver high-quality, engaging content tailored for toddlers and preschoolers directly through our platform. By controlling the entire content creation process in-house, we ensure the educational merit of our materials and their safety, making it a haven for young minds in an age of digital uncertainty.
One of Kokotree’s standout features is its user-friendly interface. With just a few taps, young learners can immerse themselves in a world of educational content, freeing parents to focus on other tasks with the assurance that their child is in a secure and enriching digital space.
The app’s ambition doesn’t stop there. Kokotree is committed to continuous growth and innovation. New educational videos augment the platform monthly, ensuring content remains fresh and relevant. Feedback from the community of parents and learners is taken seriously, helping shape the curriculum and introduce new features.
“We are passionate about nurturing young minds,” explains Tim Eisenhauer, co-founder of Kokotree. “Our experience in the software industry has taught us the value of user feedback and innovation. With Kokotree, we’re blending our tech expertise with our genuine desire to impact early childhood education positively.”
As Kokotree celebrates its first year, it beckons parents, educators, and young learners to join its rapidly expanding community. With big plans on the horizon, the company is excited about the milestones they can achieve together.
Deep Dive into Kokotree’s Core Offerings:
What’s New in Kokotree:
To celebrate the launch, Kokotree is gifting parents and their children a range of educational resources, including:
These offerings support Kokotree’s commitment to engaging and fun learning experiences. By creating a bridge between the digital and tactile worlds, Kokotree ensures children get a wholesome education.
“Our goal isn’t just digital engagement,” remarks Thakur. “We aim to merge on-screen learning with off-screen activities, ensuring children get a comprehensive educational experience. These free resources are our gift to the community, offering a tangible connection to our digital content.”
To explore what Kokotree offers and join the educational revolution, GET STARTED FREE.
About Kokotree
Kokotree is a mobile educational learning app for toddlers, preschoolers, parents, and families, offering a curated library of educational cartoons and videos that focus on key life skills. Founded by Vivek Thakur and Tim Eisenhauer, the app prioritizes safety, quality, and the genuine educational growth of its young users. For more information, visit Kokotree’s website at https://kokotree.com
Media Contact:
Kokotree Inc.
1007 N Orange St, 4th Fl 434
Wilmington, DE 19801
Tel: +1-855-917-5656
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Media Contact
PR Department, Kokotree, Inc., 1 855-917-5656, [email protected], https://kokotree.com
SOURCE Kokotree, Inc.
GARY, Ind., Sept. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — 21st Century Charter School, the leading charter school in Indiana for college and career readiness, received the “Excellence in College Readiness” award from the Indiana Department of Education on September 8th. The school also received a…
EAST HAVEN, Conn., Sept. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — In a tribute to the 343 New York firefighters who died in the 9/11 attacks, the national nonprofit Building Homes for Heroes today gifted its 343rd mortgage-free home, donated by JPMorgan Chase, to retired Army Spc. Evan Marcy, a Purple…
In 1 year to the day, from 10 to 15 September 2024, France will host WorldSkills Lyon 2024 in Eurexpo, Lyon. LYON, France, Sept. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — France, the Métropole of Lyon, and the city of Lyon have been selected to host the WorldSkills Competition from 10 to 15 September…
