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Government of Canada announces new appointment to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced a new appointment to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB ).

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced a new appointment to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB ).
  • As an arm's-length organization of the government, the PMPRB protects the interests of Canadian consumers by ensuring that the prices of patented medicines sold in Canada are not excessive.
  • "For more than 35 years, the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board has been charged with protecting Canadian consumers from excessive prices of patented drugs.
  • The PMPRB protects the interests of Canadian consumers by ensuring that the prices of patented medicines sold in Canada are not excessive.

Prime Minister announces new Lieutenant Governor for Newfoundland and Labrador

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, Oct 12, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the appointment of Joan Marie Aylward as the new Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct 12, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the appointment of Joan Marie Aylward as the new Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland and Labrador.
  • Most recently, Ms. Aylward was Vice-Chair of the Newfoundland and Labrador Labour Relations Board.
  • The Prime Minister thanked the outgoing Lieutenant Governor, the Honourable Judy Foote, for her service to the people of Newfoundland and Labrador and to Canada.
  • Lieutenant Governors are appointed by the Governor General of Canada on the recommendation of the Prime Minister.

Paso Robles dentist answers the question, 'Why do I need my teeth cleaned so often?'

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

While brushing and flossing are essential daily habits, they are not enough to ensure optimal dental health and Lisa Lu Davis, DMD , the Paso Robles dentist, has some information to encourage everyone to get regular teeth cleaning.

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  • While brushing and flossing are essential daily habits, they are not enough to ensure optimal dental health and Lisa Lu Davis, DMD , the Paso Robles dentist, has some information to encourage everyone to get regular teeth cleaning.
  • Regular teeth cleaning performed by a dental professional is just as important as daily dental care for detecting early dental problems.
  • Professional teeth cleaning employs specialized tools and techniques to eliminate stubborn tartar, reducing the risk of gum disease and tooth decay, reports the Paso Robles dentist .
  • Using state-of-the-art technologies in all procedures adds to the reasons Dr. Davis is a dentist Paso Robles area families and individuals choose for dental health care.

Canada and Nova Scotia chart new path with Agreement to help protect and conserve nature

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

To this end, the governments of Canada and Nova Scotia are working together to protect and conserve biodiversity, habitat, and species at risk in Nova Scotia.

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  • To this end, the governments of Canada and Nova Scotia are working together to protect and conserve biodiversity, habitat, and species at risk in Nova Scotia.
  • The Government of Canada will invest up to $28.5 million over three years to implement the Agreement and help protect nature.
  • Moving forward, the Canada–Nova Scotia Nature Agreement will guide our actions, in partnership with Indigenous peoples, to conserve and protect nature in Nova Scotia."
  • This Nature Agreement will help continue Nova Scotia's national leadership in conservation by protecting nature and strengthening biodiversity and carbon capture and storage.

Prime Minister welcomes the new Speaker of the House of Commons

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 3, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today welcomed the election of the Honourable Greg Fergus as the new Speaker of the House of Commons.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 3, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today welcomed the election of the Honourable Greg Fergus as the new Speaker of the House of Commons.
  • Elected by fellow Members of Parliament through a secret ballot, the Speaker of the House of Commons oversees the sittings and proceedings of the House, maintaining order and decorum in the chamber, providing impartial interpretation of its rules, and defending the rights and privileges of its members.
  • The Honourable Greg Fergus is the 38th Speaker of the House of Commons.
  • The Speaker also oversees the House of Commons administration, serves as its spokesperson in its relations with the Senate, the Crown, and other bodies outside Parliament, and fulfills various ceremonial and diplomatic duties.

Benevis Reports Positive Economic Impact on Louisiana’s Oral Health During National Dental Hygiene Month

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

Taylor Dental has proven that investing in routine preventive care helps to decrease costly dental conditions.

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  • Taylor Dental has proven that investing in routine preventive care helps to decrease costly dental conditions.
  • Taylor Dental data from 2019-2021 found that by engaging patients earlier in their oral care, its nine practices realized lower costs of care per patient — despite treating underserved populations.
  • Based on paid claims data, the practices’ costs per patient were also significantly lower compared to the network of dental providers in the state.
  • “Taylor Dental & Braces’ early intervention and education of patients on the importance of oral health not only supports better care, but also lower costs of care.

Crown Prosecution Service for England and Wales Taps DXC Technology for Workplace Transformation

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

LONDON, UK, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading Fortune 500 global technology services provider, has been selected to run and transform essential IT infrastructure for the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) for England and Wales.

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  • LONDON, UK, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading Fortune 500 global technology services provider, has been selected to run and transform essential IT infrastructure for the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) for England and Wales.
  • As part of the multi-year contract worth up to £9 million GBP ($11 million USD), DXC will become the CPS's trusted service desk partner, using the CPS's existing service management platform, ServiceNow.
  • The CPS will benefit from DXC's secure hub, a dedicated platform providing 24/7 support to manage IT issues and helping to ensure uninterrupted service for its approx.
  • DXC and the CPS will work together to integrate a "digital by default" strategy, driving down calls to service desk colleagues and promoting interactions via other channels such as self-service.

Catcha Investment Corp and Crown LNG Holding AS, Announce Public Filing of a Registration Statement on Form F-4 in Connection with Their Proposed Business Combination

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Monday, October 2, 2023

Catcha Investment Corp (NYSE American: CHAA) (“Catcha”) and Crown LNG Holding AS (“Crown”) today announced the filing of a registration statement on Form F-4 (the “Registration Statement”) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) in connection with their proposed business combination (the “Business Combination”).

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  • Catcha Investment Corp (NYSE American: CHAA) (“Catcha”) and Crown LNG Holding AS (“Crown”) today announced the filing of a registration statement on Form F-4 (the “Registration Statement”) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) in connection with their proposed business combination (the “Business Combination”).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231002133455/en/
    Catcha and Crown announced a definitive business combination agreement on August 3, 2023.
  • Completion of the proposed Business Combination is subject to customary closing conditions, including the approval of Catcha’s stockholders.
  • Upon completion of the Business Combination, Crown’s ordinary shares are expected to trade on the NYSE under the ticker “CGBS”.

Allina Health | Aetna Offering Improved Medicare Advantage Benefits for 2024

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Monday, October 2, 2023

ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Allina Health | Aetna announces valuable updates to its Medicare Advantage (MA) plans for 2024, including a new fitness benefit and additional cost savings for those who qualify for Extra Help.

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  • The new Allina Health | Aetna Medicare SmartFit (PPO) with a $0 monthly plan premium is designed with prescription drug plan enrollees considering switching to a Medicare Advantage plan in mind.
  • In 2024, Allina Health | Aetna will offer a new Allina Health | Aetna Medicare Value (PPO) plan to provide additional value for individuals who qualify for Extra Help, also known as Part D Low-Income Subsidy (LIS).
  • Beyond introducing the Value and SmartFit plans, significant investments were made into plans Allina Health | Aetna Medicare members already enjoy.
  • Visit the Allina Health | Aetna Medicare website for more information about the 2024 Medicare Advantage plans or call .

Three Crowns Marketing Announces Integrated Lead Gen with Nitrogen for Custom Advisor Websites

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Monday, October 2, 2023

OMAHA, Neb., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Three Crowns Marketing, a leading branding and digital media agency specializing in financial services, has announced a new integration with Nitrogen, makers of the industry's most popular risk tolerance, portfolio comparison and proposal generation software, to seamlessly integrate the industry-standard Nitrogen Lead Generation Questionnaire (LGQ) into its custom websites for financial advisors. With this integration, firms can funnel website visitors into a process that dramatically increases meeting to new client close rates.

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  • Three Crowns Copywriting & Marketing announces new integration with the Nitrogen Growth Platform to empower custom advisor websites with a Risk Number®-infused approach to growth marketing.
  • Available immediately, advisors who build an Activator or Amplifier custom website with Three Crowns can effortlessly improve their website's lead generation capabilities by having the award-winning Three Crowns team integrate the LGQ directly into their website's content and promotional framework.
  • "We couldn't be more excited to announce Nitrogen as our first integration partner with our all-new Activator and Amplifier custom websites," said Johnny Sandquist, founder and CEO of Three Crowns.
  • To learn more about custom websites and other services offered by Three Crowns, please visit ThreeCrownsMarketing.com/Nitrogen-Wealth .