Mobile Clinic (sports)

CHALLENGED ATHLETES FOUNDATION'S 30TH ANNIVERSARY SURPASSES $5.3 MILLION FUNDRAISING MILESTONE THROUGH SPECTACULAR LINE-UP OF INCLUSIVE EVENTS TO EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES

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수요일, 10월 25, 2023

Altogether, these three remarkable fundraising initiatives exceeded expectations and demonstrated the power of unity, inclusion and community.

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  • Altogether, these three remarkable fundraising initiatives exceeded expectations and demonstrated the power of unity, inclusion and community.
  • With nearly 1,100 passionate supporters participating in these events, the Challenged Athletes Foundation remains a leader in building inclusivity and equality in sport for individuals with physical disabilities to lead active lives.
  • Over 150 athletes with physical disabilities from across the nation received expert coaching instruction and mentorship in a variety of sports.
  • The annual event showcases the power of the human spirit with over 150 athletes with physical challenges competing side-by-side with 800 plus athletes without physical disabilities.

CELEBRATING 30 YEARS: CHALLENGED ATHLETES FOUNDATION HOSTS ULTIMATE INCLUSIVE SPORTS EXPERIENCE FOR ATHLETES WITH PHYSICAL DISABILITIES

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수요일, 10월 11, 2023

These events mark three decades of transforming lives and creating inclusive opportunities for athletes with physical disabilities.

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  • These events mark three decades of transforming lives and creating inclusive opportunities for athletes with physical disabilities.
  • Participants will engage in a dynamic series of events that unite athletes, supporters, spectators, and volunteers in the mission of empowering individuals with physical disabilities through sports.
  • The annual event showcases the inspirational athletic spirit of over 200 athletes with physical challenges competing side-by-side with 600 plus athletes without physical disabilities.
  • Toyota's dedication to mobility and innovation aligns perfectly with CAF's vision of empowering athletes with physical disabilities.

Supporting Indigenous Communities: LifeLabs' Efforts to Provide Health Equity on National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

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토요일, 9월 30, 2023

As we reflect and commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, it's a moment to celebrate LifeLabs' impact over the past three decades, serving approximately 200 Indigenous communities across Canada with high-quality and convenient diagnostic testing services.

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  • As we reflect and commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, it's a moment to celebrate LifeLabs' impact over the past three decades, serving approximately 200 Indigenous communities across Canada with high-quality and convenient diagnostic testing services.
  • The LifeLabs mobile and logistics teams have been connecting hundreds of remote communities to essential healthcare services.
  • Week after week, our team members travel to the hearts of Ontario and British Columbia to deliver care closer to home.
  • Reflecting on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, LifeLabs acknowledges that health equity is a unified effort.

South African men are much more likely to die from TB than women -- here's why

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목요일, 9월 28, 2023

Our main finding was that men are 70% more likely to develop TB and die from the disease, compared to women.

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  • Our main finding was that men are 70% more likely to develop TB and die from the disease, compared to women.
  • We estimated that in 2019, 801 per 100,000 adult men developed TB while among women the rate was 478 per 100,000.
  • Current TB interventions focus on biomedical approaches emphasising preventive TB medication, diagnosing TB patients and treating them with anti-TB drugs.
  • The model showed that between 1990 and 2019, South African men developed TB and died at consistently higher rates than women.

Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) and Össur Continue to Expand Mobility for Athletes with Limb Loss and Limb Difference

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화요일, 4월 18, 2023

In conjunction with CAF’s 2023 Grant Distribution this year, another 108 Össur prosthetic sports feet and knees were granted to deserving athletes to experience enhanced mobility.

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  • In conjunction with CAF’s 2023 Grant Distribution this year, another 108 Össur prosthetic sports feet and knees were granted to deserving athletes to experience enhanced mobility.
  • “Approximately 2 million Americans live with limb loss or limb difference today, and an additional 185,000 people undergo amputations each year.
  • Many people with limb loss or limb difference struggle with mobility, which is why Össur contributes hundreds of its innovative prosthetic limbs to CAF’s annual grant program recipients,” said Sveinn Sölvason, President & CEO at Össur.
  • This year, Össur + CAF Running and Mobility Clinics will take place in the following locations:

Announcing Salinas Valley Health Rebrand

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수요일, 3월 8, 2023

SALINAS, Calif., March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- An institution which has served the Monterey County community for 70 years is launching a new chapter in its history with a name change and fresh, bold look. Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System is now Salinas Valley Health.

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  • Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System is now Salinas Valley Health.
  • The move forward retains the geographic significance of the Salinas Valley and the single word Health represents both the organization's clinical expertise and community-based health initiatives.
  • "As we rise to meet the promise of an even brighter future, Salinas Valley Health is celebrating the connection between community health and individual well-being.
  • In recognition of the enormous appreciation Salinas Valley Health has for its dedicated team, the public announcement and unveiling of Salinas Valley Health came during the annual celebration marking National Employee Appreciation Day.

MedWand™ Solutions, Inc. Launches the Urban-Rural Healthcare Alliance at CES 2023

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금요일, 1월 6, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On opening day of CES 2023, MedWand Solutions Inc. launched the Urban-Rural Healthcare Alliance, a ground-breaking program designed to support increased access to clinical quality healthcare via partnerships between cities and surrounding rural areas. With support from collaborating companies including AT&T, HP, and Oracle, MedWand aims to break down geographical and staffing barriers to increase the efficiency and equity of healthcare provision in underserved rural and inner-city communities.

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  • It is just the start of how MedWand can be deployed to support tele-triage and remote patient monitoring—all integrated with existing healthcare provider workflows and software."
  • Introduced at CES, the innovative MedWand Command Center monitoring station provides a single point of monitoring for up to 1,200 patients.
  • Providing rugged Android OS tablet and desktop computing systems that MedWand Clinics operate on, HP helps MedWand meet critical operational reliability requirements in healthcare.
  • More information on the Rural-Urban Healthcare Alliance is to be announced later.

MedWand Solutions Receives Letter of Intent from Acibadem Healthcare Group

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월요일, 1월 2, 2023

LAS VEGAS and RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, Calif., Jan. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A leader in delivering digital healthcare technologies for clinicians and patients, MedWand Solutions, Inc. is pleased to announce the execution of a three-way letter of intent in conjunction with the Acibadem Healthcare Group and MedWand's value-added distributor in Turkey, Ordinatrum.

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  • LAS VEGAS and RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, Calif., Jan. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A leader in delivering digital healthcare technologies for clinicians and patients, MedWand Solutions, Inc. is pleased to announce the execution of a three-way letter of intent in conjunction with the Acibadem Healthcare Group and MedWand's value-added distributor in Turkey, Ordinatrum.
  • With this signed letter of intent, MedWand, Acibadem, and Ordinatrum will begin to organize the expansion and completion of an ongoing Proof of Concept (POC) program to have the MedWand experience integrated into Acibadem's many clinical environments, including coordination, implementation, integration, training, and support.
  • Acibadem will provide the environment, patients, and healthcare providers across its many users and departments in parallel.
  • For information on the MedWand system and MedWand Solutions, Inc., visit www.medwand.com .

THE CHALLENGED ATHLETES FOUNDATION RETURNS TO DELIVER THE ULTIMATE INCLUSIVE SPORTS WEEKEND TO SUPPORT ATHLETES WITH PHYSICAL CHALLENGES

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화요일, 10월 11, 2022

Every year we distribute thousands of grants and every October we welcome our community to come witness CAFs mission in action.

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  • Every year we distribute thousands of grants and every October we welcome our community to come witness CAFs mission in action.
  • We have expanded our adaptive clinics this year allowing athletes with all abilities the opportunity to participate in an unparalleled sports experience.
  • Funds raised from Community Challenge directly support CAFs mission to provide opportunities and support to people with physical challenges so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics.
  • There is something for everyone at the Community Challenge, including those who would like to participate virtually and raise funds for CAF.

TELUS and The Alex partner to provide healthcare to Calgary’s homeless

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화요일, 4월 12, 2022

The Alex Mobile Care Clinic, powered by TELUS Health, reaffirms TELUS commitment to ensuring even the most vulnerable Calgarians have access to immediate, high-quality and compassionate care, when and where they need it.

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  • The Alex Mobile Care Clinic, powered by TELUS Health, reaffirms TELUS commitment to ensuring even the most vulnerable Calgarians have access to immediate, high-quality and compassionate care, when and where they need it.
  • Primary healthcare such as routine testing, contraception, womens health services, STI treatment, harm reduction services, and mental health care and counseling.
  • The Alex Community Health Centre is very excited to partner with TELUS on Calgarys newest Mobile Care Clinic, said Joy Bowen-Eyre, CEO, The Alex.
  • For more information about TELUS, please visit telus.com , follow us @TELUSNews on Twitter and @Darren_Entwistle on Instagram.