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2024 Australian IT Journalism Awards Winners Announced

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Monday, March 25, 2024

Produced by media intelligence platform Influencing, the Awards recognise the most outstanding journalists and outlets covering technology in Australia each year.

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  • Produced by media intelligence platform Influencing, the Awards recognise the most outstanding journalists and outlets covering technology in Australia each year.
  • With 23 categories contested by 140 entrants, the awards were as closely fought as they have ever been.
  • "Our 2024 awards once again served their mission.
  • We would like to once again thank all our sponsors for their support; the community of media communications professionals who choose to join in support of the event each year, and of course all our entrants, finalists and winners at this year's Samsung Australian IT Journalism Awards.

New York UNCF 80th Anniversary “A Mind Is…”® Gala Raises Nearly $950,000 for HBCUs and Students

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

New York, N.Y., April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) hosted its local “A Mind Is…”® Gala celebrating its 80th anniversary on Thursday, March 21 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom with 500 guests in attendance.

Key Points: 
  • New York, N.Y., April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) hosted its local “A Mind Is…”® Gala celebrating its 80th anniversary on Thursday, March 21 at the Ziegfeld Ballroom with 500 guests in attendance.
  • Nearly $950,000 was raised to support UNCF’s important work to uplift historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and help advance educational opportunities to ensure that more deserving, talented students reach their fullest potential.
  • “As UNCF celebrates its 80 years of success, we continue fueling HBCUs with vital resources to educate generations of African American and other minority students,” said Dr. Michael L. Lomax, president and CEO, UNCF.
  • To donate or learn more about UNCF and its initiatives, please visit UNCF.org/NewYork .

Renowned NYC Foot Surgeon Dr. Stuart J. Mogul Introduces the Revolutionary Lapiplasty Mini-Incision™ Procedure for Accelerated Healing and Recovery

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

NEW YORK, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Stuart J. Mogul, a distinguished foot surgeon based in New York City, is proud to announce the incorporation of the groundbreaking Lapiplasty Mini-Incision™ Procedure into his practice. Developed by Treace Medical Concepts, this innovative surgical technique offers patients faster healing, quicker recovery times, and the ability to bear weight sooner following foot procedures.

Key Points: 
  • Patients requiring foot surgery have long relied on the expertise of esteemed New York Foot Surgeon, Dr. Stuart J.
  • Mogul, a distinguished foot surgeon based in New York City , is proud to announce the incorporation of the groundbreaking Lapiplasty Mini-Incision™ Procedure into his practice.
  • The Lapiplasty Mini-Incision™ Procedure revolutionizes foot surgery by addressing issues related to metatarsal alignment through a streamlined and highly effective approach.
  • Dr. Stuart Mogul is a diplomate of The American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery and fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.

The Walt Disney Company and National Geographic Celebrate Earth Month With New Global Cross-Platform Campaign, ourHOME

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Monday, April 1, 2024

The Walt Disney Company and National Geographic announced today a new global cross-platform campaign, ourHOME, timed to coincide with Earth Month.

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  • The Walt Disney Company and National Geographic announced today a new global cross-platform campaign, ourHOME, timed to coincide with Earth Month.
  • ourHOME will touch every area of The Walt Disney Company:
    DisneyPlanetPossible.com – Destination detailing actions The Walt Disney Company is taking to protect, restore and celebrate our planet.
  • All relevant social handles will be celebrating ourHOME all month long, including: @Disney; @Disney+; @NatGeo; @NatGeoTV; @NatGeoWILD; @NatGeoTravel; @Disney; @NatGeoAdventure; @NatGeoDocs.
  • ourHOME campaign will be part of Disney Earth Month celebrations around the world in major regions in EMEA, APAC and LATAM.

Ruder Finn's Jess Muldoon Named Among PRWeek's Women to Watch

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

NEW YORK, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn's Jess Muldoon, Group Vice President, Corporate Media, has been named one of PRWeek's Women to Watch 2024.

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  • NEW YORK, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ruder Finn's Jess Muldoon, Group Vice President, Corporate Media, has been named one of PRWeek's Women to Watch 2024.
  • "It's an honor to be recognized by PRWeek as part of the Women to Watch class of 2024!"
  • Jess is a key player on Ruder Finn's Corporate Media team, focusing on corporate reputation, CEO thought leadership and executive visibility, storytelling, media relations and content development.
  • This year's class of Women to Watch will be honored at a ceremony on May 30th in NYC.

Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week and Award-winning journalist, Lara Setrakian, launch 'HealthBeats' podcast

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

ABU DHABI, UAE, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week (ADGHW), a transformative platform looking to tackle the world's biggest health challenges, is announcing the launch of a new podcast series – 'HealthBeats' – in collaboration with Lara Setrakian, award-winning journalist, policy influencer and former Middle East correspondent for Bloomberg TV and ABC News.

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  • ABU DHABI, UAE, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week (ADGHW), a transformative platform looking to tackle the world's biggest health challenges, is announcing the launch of a new podcast series – 'HealthBeats' – in collaboration with Lara Setrakian, award-winning journalist, policy influencer and former Middle East correspondent for Bloomberg TV and ABC News.
  • Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week will provide an always-on, collaborative platform to discuss critical topics in the field.
  • Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week (ADGHW) is a major government initiative from the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi, held on 13th-15th May 2024, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council.
  • The event seeks to accelerate collaboration, innovation, and investment, and bring together researchers, policy makers, healthcare specialists, investors, and entrepreneurs across the global healthcare and life-science ecosystem.

Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week and Award-winning journalist, Lara Setrakian, launch 'HealthBeats' podcast

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 19, 2024

ABU DHABI, UAE, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week (ADGHW), a transformative platform looking to tackle the world's biggest health challenges, is announcing the launch of a new podcast series – 'HealthBeats' – in collaboration with Lara Setrakian, award-winning journalist, policy influencer and former Middle East correspondent for Bloomberg TV and ABC News.

Key Points: 
  • ABU DHABI, UAE, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week (ADGHW), a transformative platform looking to tackle the world's biggest health challenges, is announcing the launch of a new podcast series – 'HealthBeats' – in collaboration with Lara Setrakian, award-winning journalist, policy influencer and former Middle East correspondent for Bloomberg TV and ABC News.
  • Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week will provide an always-on, collaborative platform to discuss critical topics in the field.
  • Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week (ADGHW) is a major government initiative from the Department of Health - Abu Dhabi, held on 13th-15th May 2024, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council.
  • The event seeks to accelerate collaboration, innovation, and investment, and bring together researchers, policy makers, healthcare specialists, investors, and entrepreneurs across the global healthcare and life-science ecosystem.

Award-winning journalist, Lara Setrakian, launches 'HealthBeats' podcast in partnership with Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

The series, which airs with its first episode today, will tackle some of the biggest topics set to revolutionise the healthcare industry; featuring global and local leaders, experts, and CEOs.

Key Points: 
  • The series, which airs with its first episode today, will tackle some of the biggest topics set to revolutionise the healthcare industry; featuring global and local leaders, experts, and CEOs.
  • Setrakian is renowned for her work reporting on critical conflicts, politics, and economics in the Middle East.
  • Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week will provide an always-on, collaborative platform to discuss critical topics in the field.
  • HealthBeats is an exciting extension of this platform, where Lara will delve into insights from the individuals at the cutting-edge of industry transformation, unravelling the intricacies of Abu Dhabi's healthcare landscape and its global impact."

Award-winning journalist, Lara Setrakian, launches 'HealthBeats' podcast in partnership with Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 19, 2024

The series, which airs with its first episode today, will tackle some of the biggest topics set to revolutionise the healthcare industry; featuring global and local leaders, experts, and CEOs.

Key Points: 
  • The series, which airs with its first episode today, will tackle some of the biggest topics set to revolutionise the healthcare industry; featuring global and local leaders, experts, and CEOs.
  • Setrakian is renowned for her work reporting on critical conflicts, politics, and economics in the Middle East.
  • Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week will provide an always-on, collaborative platform to discuss critical topics in the field.
  • HealthBeats is an exciting extension of this platform, where Lara will delve into insights from the individuals at the cutting-edge of industry transformation, unravelling the intricacies of Abu Dhabi's healthcare landscape and its global impact."

Aegis Living Appoints Renowned Pulmonary and Sleep Expert Dr. Raj Dasgupta as Chief Medical Officer

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

BELLEVUE, Wash., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aegis Living, a national leader in senior assisted living and memory care, has appointed Raj "Dr. Raj" Dasgupta MD, FACP, FCCP, FAASM, as Chief Medical Officer (CMO). Dr. Raj's appointment strengthens Aegis' healthcare expertise to further integrate wellness and longevity into the care of its residents, families and team members.

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  • BELLEVUE, Wash., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aegis Living , a national leader in senior assisted living and memory care, has appointed Raj "Dr. Raj" Dasgupta MD, FACP, FCCP, FAASM, as Chief Medical Officer (CMO).
  • While one's lifespan defines how long they will live, healthspan is the quality of life that Aegis Living aims to impact.
  • While the primary beneficiaries will be Aegis Living residents and families, Aegis also aims to support and influence team members.
  • "I am honored to join the leadership team at Aegis Living to advance the level of care and wellness not yet experienced in senior living," said Dr. Raj.