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PetMeds® To Sponsor New Onsite Adoption Center At Arizona Animal Welfare League “Walk To Save Animals”

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“We’re honored to sponsor the adoption center at the Walk to Save Animals this year,” says Larissa Schenck, Director of Marketing at PetMeds®. “This event brings together a huge community of pet lovers, it’s going to be a great opportunity for adoptable cats and dogs to meet their forever families.”


DELRAY BEACH, Fla. (PRWEB)

Arizona Animal Welfare League (AAWL)’s largest annual fundraiser, Walk To Save The Animals, is back for its 24th year. The 5K and 2K walks, activities, demonstrations, and marketplace will take place the morning of Saturday, November 5, 2022, from 8 AM to noon at Tempe Beach Park in downtown Tempe, Arizona.

Walk to Save Animals is a pet-friendly and family-friendly event. There will be food trucks, arts and crafts, a marketplace, and a puppy kissing booth, where attendees can get a smooch from an adorable rescue dog. Leashed, well-behaved pets are welcome. Pet events will include an activity play zone, dog training and agility demonstrations, and pictures with Santa.

The event will kick off with 2K and 5K walks to raise funds for the shelter’s life-saving programs, including low-cost veterinary care and behavioral training for pets in need. The first 1000 walkers to register will get a free t-shirt. Individual walkers who raise the most money will have opportunities to win additional prizes. Those interested in signing up as an individual walker or as a team can register online at https://support.aawl.org/event/2022-walk-to-save-animals/e412370

For the first time ever, there will also be an onsite Pet Adoption Center at the Walk To Save Animals. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet adoptable pets in person.

“We’re honored to sponsor the adoption center at the Walk to Save Animals this year,” says Larissa Schenck, Director of Marketing at PetMeds®. “This event brings together a huge community of pet lovers, and it’s going to be a great opportunity for adoptable cats and dogs to meet their forever families.”

About PetMeds®

Founded in 1996, PetMeds® is Your Trusted Pet Health Expert®, delivering prescription and non-prescription pet medications and other health products for dogs, cats, and horses at competitive prices direct to the consumer through its 1-800-PetMeds toll-free number and its website at petmeds.com.

About Arizona Animal Welfare League

The Arizona Animal Welfare League is the oldest and largest no-kill shelter in Arizona. Founded in 1971, AAWL rehomes and rehabilitates more than 4,000 rescue animals across the state that have been abandoned or surrendered. Besides adoptions, AAWL offers a variety of services with their animal foster programs, Rural Rescue outreach, youth education, and low-cost clinic. For more information, visit https://aawl.org/.

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The DRIPBaR Launches Newest Franchise in Scottsdale, AZ

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The DRIPBaR is excited to announce the opening of its newest location in Scottsdale, AZ on November 13th, 2022.


SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (PRWEB)

The DRIPBaR is excited to announce the opening of their newest location in Scottsdale, Arizona on November, 13th 2022. The franchise has approximately 500+ additional locations in the pipeline.

The DRIPBaR Scottsdale is thrilled to introduce intravenous (IV) therapy to the people of Scottsdale. After witnessing the true healing power of IV therapy firsthand, Lenna Murray was inspired to bring these cutting-edge therapies to the people of her hometown.

Customers will have a variety of IV Lifestyle Drips & IV Health Support Drips to choose from, including the popular Powerpack and Allstar drips, as well as Botox, Dysport, and Fillers. This particular location will also be one of the first to feature a Vitality Booth, which offers a suite of services including Red Light Therapy and Halotherapy. All of these services are designed to help customers look and feel their very best – whether they are looking for a quick boost or more of a long-term wellness solution.

For those who don’t have time for a full vitamin infusion but would still like the benefits, clients can choose one of five IM Quick Shots that give the body a boost in just five minutes!

Designed to offer quick doses of powerful and optimally-balanced nutrients and formulas, The DRIPBaR’s infusions are popular for boosting energy, hydrating, detoxing, and improving overall health and vitality.

To celebrate their arrival, The DRIPBaR Scottsdale is offering 50% off any service plus a FREE B12 quick shot on your first visit. Appointments can be booked here!

About The DRIPBaR

Founded in 2016 and franchised in late 2019, The DRIPBaR is a nationwide-based franchise focused on helping people obtain their best physical and mental health using intravenous therapies.

Through advances in cellular and biological science, The DRIPBaR helps clients fight the consequences of chronic illness, address the effects of aging, and achieve balanced wellness. With a focus on ever-evolving treatments and medical advancements, the franchise hopes to shorten the gap between concierge and treatment-based medicine.

With 30+ locations currently open and operating, The DRIPBaR already has more than 500 additional locations in various stages of development across 28 states. For more information, visit http://www.thedripbar.com.

The DRIPBaR Scottsdale

14676 N Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, Suite #137

Scottsdale, AZ 85260

(480) 550-8369

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HomeTown Health Recognizes Rural Hospital Leaders & Partners with Annual Awards

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Hospital of the Year - Evans Memorial Hospital

Hospital of the Year – Evans Memorial Hospital

It is truly our pleasure to work alongside hospital leaders throughout the state that serve in rural facilities. It is an even greater pleasure to be able to recognize those leaders as they excel in their facilities which positively impact their communities each year,


CUMMING, Ga. (PRWEB)

HomeTown Health, LLC held its 23rd Annual Fall Conference at Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, Georgia, October 19-21, 2022. The annual event includes breakout sessions and presentations from industry experts, hospital leaders, established public figures and healthcare leaders on a local and state level. Additionally, it is a time where HomeTown Health recognizes rural hospital employees for their success at their facility during the previous year.

“It is truly our pleasure to work alongside hospital leaders throughout the state that serve in rural facilities. It is an even greater pleasure to be able to recognize those leaders as they excel in their facilities which positively impact their communities each year,” says Kristy Thomson, COO of HomeTown Health.

Evans Memorial Hospital was chosen as the 2022 Hospital of the Year for providing exemplary commitment in rural hospital leadership by adopting “best practices” for rural hospital improvement, maintaining a commitment to staff education, advocating to state policymakers while emphasizing technological advances and showcasing a dedication to superior patient care.

Damien Scott, CEO at Emanuel Medical Center, was recognized as the recipient of the 2022 Hospital Leader of the Year, recognized for exemplary leadership and dedication to patient care, employee excellence, innovation solutions and efforts.

Jill Brown, CFO of Liberty Regional Medical Center, received the 2022 CFO of the Year award for outstanding leadership in hospital finance, including a demonstrated commitment to excellence in financial practices, best practices in strategic partnerships, and revenue cycle management.

Samantha Allen, Assistant Vice President of Revenue Cycle at Colquitt Regional Medical Center, was announced as the 2021 Business Office Leader of the Year, “Chosen for outstanding leadership in sharing best practices in the business office and for your commitment to excellence, to employee education, business partner endorsement and revenue cycle improvement.”

Linda Coleman, Chief Nursing Officer at Candler County Hospital was recognized as the 2022 Nurse Executive of the Year, for providing exceptional leadership by adopting best practices for rural hospital improvement, for making a commitment to staff education and leadership development while emphasizing technological advances and superior patient care.

Brasfield & Gorrie and Parrish Construction Group, both gold level business partners with HomeTown Health, were presented the “2022 Business Partners of the Year” award. “This year, we’ve chosen to recognize two of our partners for their outstanding work in the HomeTown network over the past year,” shared Sherri Ackerman, Business Partner Director of HomeTown Health. “These two partners work extremely well together and demonstrate customer service excellence and commitment to rural facilities and their goals.”

In addition to the awards presented, HomeTown Health recognized the graduates of its 2022 HomeTown Health Executive Leadership Development Program. The HomeTown Health Leadership Development program is designed to better equip the rural hospital industry with leadership to transform into tomorrow’s health care delivery system. Each year, hospitals nominate outstanding leaders from within their organizations for this intensive study and professional development program focused on providing them with skills and information to better serve their hospital in the future.

The 2022 HomeTown Health Executive Leadership Graduates, who are members of healthcare/hospital teams, include the following.

  • Michele Walls, Compliance Officer, Appling Hospital

  • Tammie Carper, PFS Supervisor, Colquitt Regional Medical Center

  • Holly King, Assistant Director of PAS, Colquitt Regional Medical Center

  • Don Evans, Imaging Director – Shared Services, Dorminy Medical Center

  • Clae Wynn, CFO, Dorminy Medical Center

  • Dena Sinha, Social Worker, Elbert Memorial Hospital

  • Ronnie Thompson, Emergency Management Coordinator, Elbert Memorial Hospital

  • Monique Howard-Brown, Assistant Director of Operations, Emanuel Medical Center

  • Andi McWhorter, CFO, Irwin County Hospital

  • Misty Barber, CNO, Jeff Davis Hospital

  • Olivia Day, Lab Director, Jeff Davis Hospital

  • Sierra Calloway, Utilization Review Manager, Miller County Hospital


In addition to hospital participants, a limited number of Business Partners are given the opportunity to nominate a member of their team into the Leadership Program. This year’s business partner graduates are Nicole Buford and Angie Howard, Directors of Network Management at Anthem/BCBS. Also among the graduates was Lisa Ryles, Program Manager, at HomeTown Health.

About HomeTown Health:

HomeTown Health, LLC, celebrating its 22nd anniversary this year, serves more than 70 hospitals throughout the Southeastern United States. HomeTown Health, LLC offers advocacy, education, business partner service indexing, industry conferences, and strategic support to its member hospitals as well as expansive grant-based resources through key partnerships with the Department of Public Health and Department of Community Health in many states. HomeTown Health’s mission is to do everything legally, morally and ethically possible to promote, sustain and maintain rural healthcare in the communities which its member facilities serve. Learn more at http://www.hometownhealthonline.com and more about its online education at http://www.hthu.net.

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‘The science behind acupuncture,’ a report from San Luis Obispo’s Intuitive Acupuncture

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The effectiveness of acupuncture has been shown to be the result of allowing the body to release naturally produced opioid and non-opiod neuropeptides that play a role in cellular function in the limbic and central nervous systems.


SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. (PRWEB)

Acupuncture is an ancient healing practice that was first documented in China during the Ming Dynasty. Some anthropologists believe there is evidence that a form of primitive acupuncture was used during Neolithic times. Despite, or maybe because of, its ancient roots, the effectiveness of modern-day acupuncture is being supported by scientific research. Intuitive Acupuncture in San Luis Obispo has summarized some of the most recent studies that help explain why acupuncture is effective for helping with so many conditions.

Although acupuncture has been around for a very long time, it only started gaining popularity in the United States following former president, Richard Nixon’s, visit to China in the 1970s. Since then, the practice has become so accepted in the United States to the point it is now covered by many medical insurance plans and by Medicare since January 2020.

Stringent training is required to become a licensed acupuncturist and many licensed acupuncturists are also educated with degrees in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Today, acupuncture is practiced in pain management, dentistry, veterinary medicine, as well as for a wide range of human medical and emotional circumstances.

Two thorough summaries of the science that makes acupuncture a highly-effective science-based treatment for a variety of conditions that are recommended by the San Luis Obispo acupuncture clinic are:


  • “Exploring the Science of Acupuncture,” a November 2021 article by Catherine Caruso that was published in the Harvard Medical School News and Research. Caruso reports that a team of Harvard Medical School neuroscientists have discovered that acupuncture, especially electro-acupuncture, is especially effective at stimulating the molecular messengers known as cytokines that help regulate inflammatory responses. Cytokines are part of the immune system and also regulate the body’s response to disease and infection by communicating with receptors on certain cells. In studies conducted on the hindlimbs of mice, the team discovered that acupuncture was effective in areas where cytokines are present and responding to inflammation from injury, disease, or infection.

  • “Acupuncture: An Overview of Scientific Evidence,” a ground-breaking summary of scientific research of acupuncture by Mel Hopper Koppelman, DAc, MSc for the research group, Evidence Based Acupuncture. Koppelman’s report summarizes and cites a wide range of science-based research studies.

The effectiveness of acupuncture has been shown to be the result of allowing the body to release naturally produced opioid neuropeptides along with non-opioid neuropeptides that play a role in cellular function in the limbic and central nervous systems. Research demonstrates that acupuncture can directly initiate a process called purinergic signaling, a primitive signaling system in the body that communicates with and regulates all the tissues and organs in the body. Purinergic signaling plays a central role in headaches, including migraines, inflammation, most diseases including cancer, autism, Alzheimer’s and even the development of the embryo. When the release and distribution of neuropeptides and other neurotransmitters become balanced, the limbic and nervous systems as well as the brain, become able to function at a healthier level.

The licensed acupuncturists at San Luis Obispo’s Intuitive Acupuncture have 19 years of combined experience to help their patients recover from illness and injury and improve health and well-being. The combination of Kristo Kucaric and Johathan Olcott’s life experiences, training and education is the foundation for their integrated, patient-centered care.

Serving the Central Coast since 2013, their goal is to help their patients recover from chronic pain and health issues that include:

  • Back pain and musculoskeletal pain.

  • Migraines, and other headaches.

  • Gastrointestinal issues.

  • Stress and anxiety.

  • Women’s health issues.

  • Men’s health issues.

  • Allergies and asthma.

  • Addictions, including smoking.

Intuitive Acupuncture

1025 Pacific St

San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

(805) 459-6561

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Andalou Naturals Skin Care Products Now Available at National Nutrition

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ORILLIA, ON (PRWEB)

Andalou Naturals, one of the fastest-growing natural skin care brands in the industry, announced that a larger assortment of its science-backed skin care products is now available at National Nutrition, Canada’s largest health food retailer.

The addition of more Andalou Naturals products to National Nutrition’s retail lineup makes it easier for Canadians to purchase clean products that are free from harmful chemicals and preservatives but still deliver real results.

Clean Skincare That Delivers Results

Andalou Naturals mission is to offer clean and effective formulations. By combining the benefits of natural ingredients with advanced formulation techniques, Andalou Naturals products deliver active nutrients directly into skin cells to visibly rescue, repair, and protect against damage caused by everyday environmental stressors. Andalou Naturals skincare innovation is PhytoCellTec® Fruit Stem Cell Science, which can be found in their products.

Andalou Naturals products are free of parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrances, and dyes and their products are 98% naturally derived and cruelty-free (they never test on animals). The brand is also committed to sustainable practices and proudly supports local farmers who farm their raw materials responsibly. Andalou Naturals is committed to pushing the boundaries of science while empowering women.

They offer a range of skincare products, including serums, cleansers, moisturizers, eye creams, and more that can be used individually or as part of a daily regimen.

National Nutrition Adding 160 New Andalou Naturals Products to Their Lineup

Founded in 1996, National Nutrition is committed to offering the best in natural health brands and products to its customers. Now NN customers can shop a broad range of over 160 Andalou Naturals products, including skincare, body care and haircare that are formulated with plant-based ingredients and essential oils.

Andalou Naturals Citrus Sunflower Body Lotion is a nourishing lotion to soften dry skin. It contains emollient-rich ingredients, such as rosehip and argan oils, shea butter, and cocoa butter and it has been dermatologist-tested.

National Nutrition will also now be carrying Andalou Naturals’ Get Started Skin Care Essentials kits. These kits take the guesswork out of building a skincare routine that works. With kits available to target breakouts and dull skin, Andalou Naturals has a regimen for everyone! This partnership will also offer a wider assortment of Andalou Naturals’ beautiful hair and body products, including Exotic Marula Oil shampoo and conditioners, which feature a patented fruit stem cell complex plus marula oil to deeply moisturize and tame even the most defiant of hair. Andalou Naturals face masks are another quality product that is available to National Nutrition’s customers. By incorporating premium ingredients such as goji berries and turmeric, these face masks gently exfoliate the skin to promote cellular turnover without over-drying.

“Andalou Naturals is excited about this partnership and we are thrilled to be able to support National Nutrition’s customers in choosing a healthier option for natural body and skin care products,” says Elizabeth Fenlon, Key Account Manager at Andalou Naturals. “National Nutrition is the leading natural health products retailer in Canada and we deeply respect their commitment to providing education to their customers, as such, we know their customers will appreciate our science-backed approach to our formulations.”

National Nutrition’s CEO, Darren Firth says: “It used to be that people had to choose between efficacious products and natural products. Not anymore. Andalou Naturals makes products that provide proven results, without the nasty chemicals. The latest addition to the Andalou Naturals range comes in response to great interest from our customers looking for effective skincare products that are clean from harmful chemicals and do not test on animals.”

Andalou Naturals full range of products can be found on their designated brand page Andalou Naturals at National Nutrition.ca

About National Nutrition

For over 25 years, National Nutrition dot CA has remained a customer favourite for vitamins and supplements. Their customer-oriented approach and high-quality supplement range from leading brands have led them to be Canada’s trusted name in all things natural health. They even take it one step further and provide educational content for their customers through videos on their Youtube Channel and Supplement articles on their website.

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Stonk Tech Launches Free App Providing Extra Support To Retail Investors

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Making it possible for everyone to trade freely is only the first step in liberating the secondary market, the second comes down to gearing retail traders up with knowledge, a toolbox, and support from veterans. And that’s what we are doing here at Stonk.


IRVINE, Calif. (PRWEB)

Stonk Tech Inc., the leading platform that supports and guides retail traders across their investment journey, is excited to announce the launch of the Stonk app.

Stonk was designed with socialization and information sharing at the core of the product, so retail investors can easily access all the collected wisdom from the community, tools, information, and markets free of charge. Co-Founders of Stonk, Mike Wu, Lic Zhou, and Marc Chen know that the institutional trader’s executions are usually powered by a huge support team including, but not limited to an equity researcher, risk analyst, quantitative engineer, and tech support. Most retail investors don’t have any of that, and the imbalance of resources makes this an unfair game for them.

“With the rise of commission-free trading in the past years, access to the secondary market is no longer a roadblock for everyday investors. However, with the inflow of new investors and beginner traders, lack of access to tools, information, and communication became the new problem. Making it possible for everyone to trade freely is only the first step in liberating the secondary market, the second comes down to gearing retail traders up with knowledge, a toolbox, and support from veterans. And that’s what we are doing here at Stonk; let’s trade smarter, together,” stated Co-founder Mike Wu.

Lack of help and support isn’t the only issue; not enough infrastructure, such as tools and access to different markets makes it difficult for retail traders to outperform traditional institutions. Many strategies run by institutions and funds require exposure to many different markets such as equity, bonds, forex, and sometimes even costumed derivatives from market makers at the same time. Access to resources, like a simple option trade scanner, or dark pool orders, could easily cost a retail investor 150$ a month. So, to make this game fairer to everyday investors, the Co-Founders of Stonk liberate the retail investing market and finish what Robinhood has failed to do.

“We thought that the only way a retail investor could get the same amount of help as institutional traders do is through other retail investors. Working together and being each other’s support team is the only way out of this imbalanced match, and that is the reason we made socialization and sharing information the core of our product” expressed Co-founder Lic Zhou.

Stonk is committed to leveling the playing field, by providing retail traders the information they need to compete against legacy investors. No one wants to enter a contest with one arm tied behind their back; the Stonk Tech App ‘unties the arm’ of the retail trading market.

“We provide many professional tools to our users for free because the idea of being charged a few hundred bucks for the data that retail investors have also helped to contribute does not really make sense to me,” declared Co-founder Marc Chen.

Stonk Tech Inc. main features focus on sharing knowledge and support:


  • Social media designed for everyday investors and traders: See and understand other traders and investors’ behavior, why they buy or sell. Connect, interact and ask questions via live streams and subscriptions.

  • Investing and trading Bootcamp with experts in your hand: Free video and live streaming by all types of trading experts, for you to find your role model to become the type of trader or investor that you want to be.

  • Professional trading tools made it easy and free for retail investors: Free dark pool and options flow access, which instantly will help you to save hundreds of dollars. Zero commission for stock and options trading coming soon!

For more information about Stonk Tech Inc. please visit: https://www.stonk.tech/

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About Stonk

Stonk is an innovative brokerage platform for retail traders which combines a social media element with advanced trading tools. With Stonk, beginner investors get access to professional trading features, peer-to-peer community of investors, data with interpretation, and social media platform with video content.

Instagram: @stonktech

Twitter: @Stonk_Tech

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MINT Hires New Chief Human Resources Officer, Marion C. Terrell, II

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DALLAS, Texas (PRWEB)

The Portfolio of MINT orthodontics, PURE Oral Surgery, PURE Dental Assistant Academy, AMEN Church, and MINT dentistry, the industry-leading dental company known for making ‘Sexy Teeth’ billboards a phenomenon announces New Chief Human Resources Officer, Marion C. Terrell, II to oversee company HR function as MINT dentistry continues its expansion plan to open office locations in most major cities nationwide.

With over 25 years of experience and leadership roles in several billion-dollar companies including Dean Foods, Jackson National, Coca-Cola, and CVS Pharmacy, Marion Terrell will bring expertise in the areas of Learning and Development, Talent Acquisition, Diversity and Inclusion, and HR Operations to further company growth.

“Marion is joining our company at the peak of our MINT business expansions,” MINT CEO Clint Rachal explained, “We want to continue to expand our company culture of love, perfection, and generosity as we launch new locations in nearly every major city in the United States. We know if our employees enjoy being at MINT, our patients will too. That’s why we want to cultivate an environment where the members of our team feel comfortable and confident in their work by setting them up for success.”

Founded with the goal to change everything about going to the dentist, MINT dentistry has established a company-wide culture of caring for employees, patients, and the communities they serve since MINT’s first doors were opened in 2009. “Marion has a successful track record of developing and implementing strategies that drive bottom-line results, shape culture, and champion diversity and inclusion,” continued MINT CEO Clint Rachal, “Marion’s role of being in service to our business strategies and the level of leadership expertise he will bring are crucial to MINT’s future and the maintaining of a healthy working environment for our employees.”

As the former CHRO and Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer for Flagship Facility Services, Marion Terrell received national recognition from Ragan Communications, a national public relations firm, for maintaining high touch employee engagement during COVID and scaling the company’s first national diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) strategy. “A forward-thinking, results-oriented Chief People Officer like Marion is exactly what MINT dentistry needs in this time of growth,” said Dr. Field Harrison, Founder and Chairman of MINT dentistry. “Marion is a servant leader with an extensive resume who will thrive in this position because of his dedication and commitment to our portfolio employees. That’s exactly the kind of person we want in this role.”

With over 50,000 5-star Google reviews from MINT dentistry patients and an “A+” Culture Score from 95% positive reviews from employees on the work culture site, Comparably, MINT dentistry is rapidly expanding and hiring for positions in Dallas, Houston, New Orleans, Atlanta, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Cincinnati, and Miami. If you are passionate about dentistry and interested in joining one of the best places to work, visit MINTdentistry.com/careers to learn more about current opportunities.

About MINT dentistry

For more information on MINT dentistry, please visit http://www.MINTdentistry.com or call 833.879.6468 to make an appointment. MINT dentistry provides exceptional dental services at affordable prices for everyone. The company also offers free teeth whitening with PPO dental insurance. For more information on a career with MINT dentistry, please visit mintdentistry.com/careers.

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker Launches English, Spanish Versions of 2nd Volume of Successful Latinx/e in Social Work; 23 social workers share challenges, successes

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“Countless people have told me how they finally saw themselves reflected in a social work text and how meaningful it was to have their experiences validated throughout the book.”


ASORIA, N.Y. (PRWEB)

New York-based CEO and Founder of Latinx In Social Work Inc. Erica P. Sandoval, LCSW, is continuing to educate readers on the importance of having Latinx/e social workers helping clients in their communities with the launch of her new anthology “Latinx/e in Social Work Vol. II.”

Published by Fig Factor Media, “Latinx/e In Social Work Vol. II” features 23 authors from the social work field presenting their stories, challenges, and successes while navigating their careers and serving their communities. Recently, Sandoval and the new authors presented their stories during a special book launch in New York City.

“The authenticity of our stories in Volume II will allow readers to process their own journeys and feel supported,” Sandoval said. “The book has also allowed us to create a mentorship network and connect social workers from different industries. This kind of networking hasn’t been done before but is desperately needed.”

Sandoval knows that this book and the one launched last year – “Latinx in Social Work” – resonated with many readers who sent her positive responses.

“Countless people have told me how they finally saw themselves reflected in a social work text and how meaningful it was to have their experiences validated throughout the book,” she said. “When the book was released, we were a No. 1 bestseller in Amazon’s social work category. Schools of social work have clamored to include the book in their curricula. We were thrilled to collaborate with the New York University Silver School of Social Work on a discussion series about racial discrimination within social work and the importance of mentorship, which more than 1,000 people attended.”

Volume II authors are the following:

  • Ernest Gonzales, PhD, MSSW

  • Leticia L. Cavazos, DSW, LMSW

  • Anderson Torres, Ph.D., LCSW-R

  • Virgen Luce ACSW, LCSW-R, MSW, BA

  • Olga Preciado, LMSW

  • Budy J. Whitfield, LCSW

  • Basiliso Moreno, LMSW

  • Harleny Vasquez, LMSW, SIFI

  • Monika C. Estrada Guzman, BSW, LMSW, SIFI

  • Elizabeth Conde, LMSW, SIFI

  • Yaberci Perez-Cubillan, LCSW-R

  • Rosita L. Marinez, MS-NPL, ADV-CSW, MSW, SIFI

  • Jean Carlos Osorio, LCSW-R,CDBT, SIFI

  • Emilio Tavarez, MSW

  • Giselle Rodriguez, LCSW

  • Julissa Vasquez, LCSW SIFI

  • Antonio Morales, LCSW

  • Karen Conlon, LCSW CCATP

  • Carolyn Peguero Spencer, MA, LCSW, BC-TMH, PhD (c)

  • Kevin Caraballo Barrios, LMSW

  • Gisselle Pardo, LCSW, MPH

  • Dianne Morales, MS, EdM

  • Erica P. Sandoval, LCSW-SIFI

Sandoval added that she has generously donated 100% of the retail proceeds of Volume I to Latino Coalition Scholarship Fund Inc. for scholarships for Latinx/e students pursuing their Master of Social Work degrees. Since the first book, she has donated $5,000 to help these students with tuition and licensing exam fees.

Sandoval explained there is an important need for Latinx/e social workers.

“According to a Pew Research Center statistic, the US Latinx/e population is up from 62.5 million in 2021 from 50.5 million in 2010, making us one of the fastest-growing demographics,” she explained. “However, the number of Latinx/e social workers is not nearly proportionate to our share of the population. On top of that, there are still several barriers to accessing mental health for the Latinx/e community, from lack of linguistically appropriate service (only 5% of licensed US therapists provide services in Spanish, according to the American Psychological Association) to the lack of access to health insurance (20% of Latinx/e folks don’t have health insurance, per Mental Health America). More than 10 million Latinx/e folks reported having a mental health illness, and only 34% of them receive treatment, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Sometimes mental health treatment is something not talked about openly and could be seen as a weakness. Let’s open up a discussion about mental health and raise awareness.”

Enthusiastically supporting Sandoval and the authors is the president of the Latino Social Work Coalition and Scholarship Fund, Luisa Lopez.

“I am thrilled at the publication of the second volume of ‘Latinx/e in Social Work’ and know that just like volume one, this book will have a major impact on generations of social workers to come,” said Lopez. “We are honored to have been selected to be the recipient of the donations, which will go a long way in ensuring that there is a vibrant and robust pipeline of Latinx/e social work students ready and able to serve in our most vulnerable communities. I thank Erica Sandoval for her generosity, and all the excellent authors for authentically sharing their stories for the benefit of the future of social work.”

“Latinx/e In Social Work Vol. II” is available for purchase on Amazon. A recording of the virtual launch can be viewed here.

About Latinx in Social Work Inc.

Latinx in Social Work is a book is about space. The space we take up, the spaces we create and nurture, and the spaces that have yet to exist, but are so crucial to the growth and development of Latinx social workers, mental health practitioners, executives, and professionals in all industries in this country, and beyond. This book is a revolutionary step in creating a movement that is committed to owning our own narratives, naming common but unspoken struggles and challenges, and driving our own healing from the past while highlighting our successes and creating a space for hope for the future. For more information, visit https://www.latinxinsocialwork.com/.

About Fig Factor Media:

Fig Factor Media Publishing is an international publishing company with a “beeping” heart. Fig Factor Media has helped many authors achieve and support their dream of impacting their communities in the United States, Mexico, and Europe. Fig Factor Media is the official publisher of Today’s Inspired Latina. For information, visit http://figfactormedia.com/. ###

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Upcoming Webinar Hosted by Xtalks

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TORONTO and SEATTLE (PRWEB)

Attendees will learn about the basics of immune receptor profiling, as well as how immunosequencing can be applied to advance drug discovery and develop targeted therapies. The featured speaker will discuss how to use immunosequencing in pre-clinical mouse models to identify biomarkers and prioritize drug candidates.

Join Patrick Raber, Ph.D., Director, Immune Medicine at Adaptive Biotechnologies, for the live webinar on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at 1 p.m. Eastern/10 a.m. Pacific.

For more information, or to register for this event, visit Optimizing Pre-Clinical Drug Development through Immune Receptor Sequencing in Mouse Models.

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ABOUT ADAPTIVE BIOTECHNOLOGIES

Adaptive Biotechnologies is a commercial-stage biotechnology company focused on harnessing the inherent biology of the adaptive immune system to transform the diagnosis and treatment of disease. We believe the adaptive immune system is nature’s most finely tuned diagnostic and therapeutic for most diseases, but the inability to decode it has prevented the medical community from fully leveraging its capabilities. Our proprietary immune medicine platform reveals and translates the massive genetics of the adaptive immune system with scale, precision and speed. We apply our platform to partner with biopharmaceutical companies, inform drug development and develop clinical diagnostics across our two business areas: Minimal Residual Disease (MRD) and Immune Medicine. Our commercial products and clinical pipeline enable diagnosis, monitoring and treatment for diseases such as cancer, autoimmune disorders and infectious diseases. Our goal is to develop and commercialize immune-driven clinical products tailored to each individual patient.

To learn more about Adaptive Biotechnologies, visit http://adaptivebiotech.com/

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Gilead Sciences, Inc. Is Partnering with the ISPE Foundation to Establish a New Technology Without Borders Initiative

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“My vision is to make the technology and information accessible and work with the key stakeholders in these regions so there is an ecosystem of people who can help support the further development and implementation of this knowledge,” said Antonio Moreira, 2022-2024 ISPE Foundation Board Chair.


NORTH BETHESDA, Md. (PRWEB)

The ISPE Foundation announced Gilead Sciences, Inc. (Gilead) is partnering with the Foundation to establish a new Technology Without Borders initiative. This new program was created to fill a critical gap in the availability of ISPE’s Guidance Documents and the necessary training to adopt this guidance into practice in countries where socioeconomic conditions or language barriers may otherwise limit access.

Gilead’s generous support of the Technology Without Borders program will be applied towards the translation of biotechnology-relevant ISPE Guidance Documents and delivery of the respective technical training to the local workforce, academia, and key stakeholders in Brazil. ISPE International will fully manage the dissemination of all Guidance Documents and deliver all training.

“A capable and skilled workforce is required for medicines developed by the pharmaceutical industry across the globe and the ever-advancing technologies used in their development. Often, they need access to Guidance Documents, training, and information in various languages, facilitating the transmission of this knowledge,” said Antonio Moreira, Vice-Provost, Academic Affairs, University of Maryland, Baltimore County and the 2022-2024 ISPE Foundation Board Chair. “My vision for the Technology Without Borders program is to not only make the technology and information accessible but then to work with the key stakeholders in these regions so there is an ecosystem of highly skilled people who can help support the further development and implementation of this knowledge.”

“Gilead is committed to bringing transformative medicines to patients worldwide and is pleased to partner with the ISPE Foundation on the Technology Without Borders initiative to support these efforts,” said Joydeep Ganguly, Senior Vice President of Corporate Operations at Gilead Sciences. “Educational equity and knowledge exchange are critical to the success of the pharmaceutical industry. We are delighted to partner with ISPE on a program that enables broad access to core engineering standards and best practices, making them more readily available in emerging economy markets.”

About the ISPE Foundation

The ISPE Foundation, the philanthropic arm of ISPE International, is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization that supports ISPE’s interests across the globe. Specific programs within the foundation include Workforce of the Future, Women in Pharma®, and the Global Knowledge Exchange.

The ISPE Foundation is supported by an International Board of Directors and a global staff of association professionals and advisers under the leadership of Board Chair Dr. Antonio Moreira and ISPE’s President & CEO, Thomas Hartman. As an indication of their level of commitment, 100% of Board Members have contributed donations to support Foundation initiatives. Funded by the generosity of our donors, the Foundation champions programs that create opportunity, diversity, and success within the global pharmaceutical industry.

About Gilead

Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, intending to create a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California, USA.

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