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PURETALK ANNOUNCES $10M VETERAN DEBT FORGIVENESS PROGRAM WITH FORGIVECO

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

COVINGTON, Ga., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PureTalk, a nationwide cell phone service provider offering unlimited plans at a fair price on the nation's most dependable 5G network, announced that it will contribute a portion of every new order for PureTalk to relieve $10M in debt for military men and women. This announcement coincides as PureTalk joins the nation in commemorating Veterans Day and National Veterans and Military Families Month in November. 

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  • PureTalk to relieve $10M in Veteran debt to provide financial support for over 6,500 U.S. military men and women.
  • In partnership with ForgiveCo, PureTalk is honored to support the brave servicemen and women of the United States Military for everything they have given to our nation by forgiving the debt of over 6,500 Veterans.
  • By working with ForgiveCo, PureTalk will relieve the debt of over 6,500 Veterans, with no application necessary, through its "random act of kindness" model.
  • For more information about PureTalk's Veteran Debt Forgiveness campaign, visit

Consumers Vote LIPOFER™ Iron an Easier Pill to Swallow, Says Lubrizol Life Science

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

BARCELONA, Spain, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lubrizol Life Science, announces results of its new study which reveals its proprietary melt-in-your-mouth iron supplement LIPOFER™ has taste appeal. The data will be presented at the SupplySide West 2023 expo Oct 23-27 in Las Vegas, Booth #3076.

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  • BARCELONA, Spain, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lubrizol Life Science, announces results of its new study which reveals its proprietary melt-in-your-mouth iron supplement LIPOFER™ has taste appeal.
  • Iron supplementation, while crucial for many, carries a reputation for being unpalatable largely due to its tendency to leave a powerful and unpleasant metallic aftertaste.
  • This can be off-putting enough to lead some consumers to forego this necessary supplement.
  • "Many consumers turn to iron supplements to improve blood deficiencies, increase iron count and energy, while others are required to take iron supplements under medical advice," explains David Padró Escayola, Global Business Manager for LLS Nutraceutical business.

Paso Robles dentist shares the top most important questions to ask your dentist

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Friday, October 6, 2023

PASO ROBLES, Calif., Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Even when the dentist gives out a gold star for excellent results of an examination, some patients still have questions. "Don't be shy about asking," says Lisa Lu Davis, DMD, the Paso Robles dentist, "because it's your dental health and even though your dentist shares necessary information with you, we don't know what's on your mind."

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  • PASO ROBLES, Calif., Oct. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Even when the dentist gives out a gold star for excellent results of an examination, some patients still have questions.
  • Asking questions about dental health is a way to start a conversation with the family dentist.
  • Going to the dentist can be intimidating for some people and it can be challenging to know what to ask.
  • Here are the top questions the Paso Robles dentist recommends patients ask:
    How can I improve my oral health?

Most people who think they are allergic to penicillin aren't

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Allergies vary between us, but someone allergic to penicillin typically develops a rash, itching and swelling.

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  • Allergies vary between us, but someone allergic to penicillin typically develops a rash, itching and swelling.
  • Typically, it is made when using penicillin to treat a feverish child with signs of an infected ear or throat.
  • This is done because someone allergic to penicillin typically responds badly to the next dose of penicillin, which can include the potentially lethal condition known as anaphylaxis.
  • If you think you have a penicillin allergy it would be wise to discuss and confirm this with your doctor.

Helios Launches Cersi, the World's First AI Analyst for the Agricultural Supply Chain; Raises $1.85 Million in Pre-Seed Funding

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

"Cersi brings something truly unique to the agricultural supply chain space--the ability to ask key questions about your own supply chains and receive insights in seconds. On average, we're seeing the teams that use Cersi increase their productivity by 40%," said Francisco Martin-Rayo, co-founder and CEO of Helios. "The combination of our Supplier Dashboard and Cersi makes us the most impactful solution in this space. Most teams still rely primarily on supplier word of mouth, even when purchasing hundreds of millions of dollars of agricultural products. Imagine, rather than wasting time filling out decks or Excel sheets, and relying on generic and outdated commodity reports, your teams can use our custom insights to prioritize and tackle the most pressing risks in real-time."

Key Points: 
  • Helios has also secured $1.85 million in pre-seed funding led by Supply Change Capital with participation from January Ventures.
  • Helios allows supply chain professionals to detect, evaluate, and proactively mitigate risks that impact their agricultural supply chains.
  • This 360-degree view of supply chain health is driven by billions of data points and centralized into one easy-to-use dashboard.
  • Their industry expertise and strategic guidance will further strengthen Helios' position as a global leader in agricultural and supply chain innovation.

Get Choco-Lit this Fall with Smoothie King's New Chocolate Hazelnut Drizzled Smoothie Bowls

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

DALLAS, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Smoothie King, the world's largest smoothie brand, today announced two new, indulgent Smoothie Bowls – the Açai Cocoa Haze™ and Coco Pitaya-Yah™. Both bowls are dairy-free and vegan, and feature new toppings, including chocolate hazelnut drizzle and cocoa nibs, for an irresistible sweet/salty combination. The latest additions to Smoothie King's bowl lineup will be available nationwide for purchase both in-store and through the Smoothie King app beginning today, Tuesday, October 3.

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  • DALLAS, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Smoothie King , the world's largest smoothie brand, today announced two new, indulgent Smoothie Bowls – the Açai Cocoa Haze™ and Coco Pitaya-Yah™.
  • Both bowls are dairy-free and vegan, and feature new toppings, including chocolate hazelnut drizzle and cocoa nibs, for an irresistible sweet/salty combination.
  • We knew chocolate toppings were the next iteration of our Smoothie Bowl options, so when guests asked, we listened," said Marianne Radley, CMO of Smoothie King.
  • Smoothie King's newest Smoothie Bowl flavors include:
    Açai Cocoa Haze™ Smoothie Bowl – This perfect blend of rich and fruity flavors creates a mouthwatering masterpiece!

REGENATIVE LABS, TOGETHER WITH THE PAIN AND SLEEP THERAPY CENTER, ANNOUNCE NEW CARE ADVANCEMENTS USING WHARTON'S JELLY ALLOGRAFTS IN TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT DEFECTS

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

PENSACOLA, Fla., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Regenative Labs (Regenative), a leading HCT/P manufacturer, announces a retrospective case series demonstrating new care advancements using its Wharton's Jelly allografts in the supplementation of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) defects.

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  • PENSACOLA, Fla., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Regenative Labs (Regenative), a leading HCT/P manufacturer, announces a retrospective case series demonstrating new care advancements using its Wharton's Jelly allografts in the supplementation of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) defects.
  • Standard treatment includes simply resting the jaw muscles and avoiding use, massage, physical therapy, medication management, and, when all else fails, surgery.
  • After one application of Regenative's Wharton's Jelly allograft, the patient's pain improved by an average of 75% after 90 days.
  • "A few years ago, we started using PRF (platelet-rich fibrin) therapy in the jaw joint, and we thought that was revolutionary.

Brush your teeth! Bad oral hygiene linked to cancer, heart attacks and renal failure

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Monday, October 2, 2023

It’s normal to have bacteria in your mouth. But harmful bacteria have been linked to a host of health problems. Medical scientist Glenda Davison and microbiologist Yvonne Prince, who have researched the oral cavity, explain why it’s so important to practise good oral hygiene.Can poor oral hygiene lead to serious diseases? Why and how? Abnormal bacterial communities in the oral cavity have been linked to liver disease, renal failure, cancers, heart disease and hypertension.

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It’s normal to have bacteria in your mouth. But harmful bacteria have been linked to a host of health problems. Medical scientist Glenda Davison and microbiologist Yvonne Prince, who have researched the oral cavity, explain why it’s so important to practise good oral hygiene.

Can poor oral hygiene lead to serious diseases? Why and how?

    • Abnormal bacterial communities in the oral cavity have been linked to liver disease, renal failure, cancers, heart disease and hypertension.
    • The oral cavity is the door to the gastrointestinal tract and the rest of the body.
    • This can lead to bleeding gums and oral diseases such as gingivitis and periodontitis.

How do problems in the mouth lead to other illnesses?

    • This disruption in the oral biota causes inflammation and the slow development of periodontitis, bleeding gums and tooth decay.
    • As the gum disease destroys the gum and begins to erode the bone, inflammatory molecules called cytokines can enter the blood stream.
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Where do bacteria in the body come from?

    • There are 39 trillion microbes in the human body, outnumbering the estimated 30 trillion human cells, and they inhabit almost every organ and crevice in the human body.
    • They can be found in the gut, skin, lung, seminal and vaginal fluid, eyes, scalp and mouth.
    • Most of these microbes come from our mothers and enter our bodies when we are born.

What should people do to avoid these risks?

    • To further support the balance of the bacteria in the mouth it is recommended that foods rich in antioxidants, such as fresh fruit and vegetables, are included in our diet.
    • Dentists also recommend avoiding the use of antibacterial mouth washes, which have been shown to disrupt the balance of microbes.
    • Elevated levels of stress and lack of exercise have also been linked to disruptions in the balance of the oral biota.

There's a thriving global market in turtles, and much of that trade is illegal

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Monday, October 2, 2023

In August 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released an advisory about an 11-state outbreak of salmonella bacteria linked to pet turtles.

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  • In August 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released an advisory about an 11-state outbreak of salmonella bacteria linked to pet turtles.
  • Global trade in turtles is big business, and the U.S. is a leading source, destination and transit country.
  • I also use the global wildlife trade to teach important ecological concepts and research skills.
  • Here’s what we know about trade in turtles and how it threatens their survival.

Life in the slow lane

    • Most turtles reach reproductive maturity late in life and have relatively few eggs, not all of which produce successful offspring.
    • To put this in context, compare a common female snapping turtle from the northern U.S. with a female white-tailed deer.
    • It can take a female turtle her entire life to generate one or two offspring that in turn reach adulthood and replace her in the population.
    • Terrapins reside in brackish water zones, where rivers flow into oceans and bays, and feed heavily on snails.

In global demand

    • Today, people use turtles as pets; sources of food, jewelry and other curios; and in traditional medicines and religious and cultural practices.
    • Fish and Wildlife Service, nearly 127 million turtles were exported just from the U.S. between 2002 and 2012.
    • There’s no good way to quantify how many native turtles are harvested from the wild.
    • Historic demand for sea turtles, diamondback terrapins and snapping turtles as food led to such crashes in populations that management agencies had to regulate their harvesting.
    • To curb pressure on wild populations, state agencies are prohibiting or limiting personal collection and possession of native turtles.

Black market turtles

    • For example, in 2019 a Pennsylvania man was sentenced to six months in prison and fined $250,000 for trafficking thousands of protected diamondback terrapins.
    • Rare species such as wood turtles and Blanding’s turtles, as well as uniquely patterned individual turtles, command top value on the black market.
    • Between 1998 and 2021, U.S. enforcement agencies intercepted at least 24,000 protected freshwater turtles and tortoises from 34 native species that were being illegally traded across the U.S.

How to help


    To curtail the illegal turtle trade, regulators are working to strengthen regulations and increase enforcement. Private citizens can also help reduce the demand and protect wild turtles. Here are some simple steps:

Soul Strips' Convenient Defense Against the Common Cold

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Friday, September 29, 2023

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The fall is here, and with the cold weather comes a slew of cold and flu concerns. From the health risks of children heading back to school to adults spending more time inside, either at the office or the homefront, it's much easier to get sick during the colder months of the year. Those who are interested in boosting their immune systems can use Soul Strips' innovative, hyperconvenient vitamin strips as a way to stay healthy and strong.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The fall is here, and with the cold weather comes a slew of cold and flu concerns.
  • Those who are interested in boosting their immune systems can use Soul Strips' innovative, hyperconvenient vitamin strips as a way to stay healthy and strong.
  • This big-picture approach led Madhavan and the Soul Strips team to create their signature edible strips.
  • Each Soul Strips product contains different vitamins and minerals, including a pair of immunity boosters for adults and children .