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NOVEL 2,910 nm ULTRACLEAR® LASER FROM ACCLARO MEDICAL HITS NEW HEIGHTS AT ASLMS 2024, THE PREMIER GLOBAL CONFERENCE ON ENERGY-BASED MEDICINE AND SCIENCE

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Laser, Expert, Trial of the century, Master of Science, Acne, Treatment, Society, Skin, Safety, FAAD, Ageing, 3D printing

SMITHFIELD, R.I., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Acclaro Medical proudly announces new clinical study results on nasal contouring, acne scarring, facial resurfacing, facial and neck rejuvenation with stem cell extract and UltraClear® Laser-Coring™  will be presented at the  American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) global conference, to be held April 11-14, 2024 in Baltimore, MD. UltraClear Laser is acclaimed by aesthetic laser specialists as a game-changer in combating the signs of aging and the effects of gravity with its unrivaled cosmetic results accompanied by patient comfort, rapid healing and superb safety across all skin tones, including skin of color and tanned skin.

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  • UltraClear Laser is acclaimed by aesthetic laser specialists as a game-changer in combating the signs of aging and the effects of gravity with its unrivaled cosmetic results accompanied by patient comfort, rapid healing and superb safety across all skin tones, including skin of color and tanned skin.
  • "We are thrilled that UltraClear laser is taking center stage with its latest clinical study data, outstanding outcomes and innovative Laser-Coring™ techniques at this year's ASLMS meeting," said Shlomo Assa, MSc, Acclaro Medical's President and Chief Technology Officer.
  • "Our strong presence exemplifies the bold trajectory and compelling value that UltraClear brings to the future of aesthetic laser skin solutions."
  • In addition to the scientific presentations, the company will also sponsor educational events focused on these and other UltraClear laser applications.

ohDEER's Expansion Continues with Central Virginia Opening

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Friends, Tick, Mosquito control, Traction, Parent, Deer, Toy

WAYLAND, Mass., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ohDEER, the leader in all-natural deer, tick and mosquito control, marks a decade in franchising with continued systemwide growth, with its newest franchise location recently opened in Central Virginia.

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  • ohDEER of Central Virginia is owned by Josh Hafner and Wes Davis.
  • "ohDEER gives us the opportunity to build a thriving business that will make a positive impact in our community."
  • "As our franchise system grows, we are also celebrating a decade in business for our first two franchisees.
  • We look forward to propelling ohDEER franchise development to the next level and strengthening our presence in current and new markets."

NAHQ Announces 2024 Board Members

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Hospital, RN, Health, ChristianaCare, Health care, CHC, CAE, Patient safety, RNC-NIC, RRT, Lifespan, Safety, Workforce, National Association, MHA, Organization, Trinity Health, University, MJ, Senior, Nursing, Trinity, Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia, Trinity Health (Livonia, Michigan), Johns Hopkins Hospital, CPPS, Texas Children's Hospital, Doctor of Philosophy, MBA, Quality, Fesler

CHICAGO, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association for Healthcare Quality® (NAHQ) has announced its new board members and leadership positions: Patricia Resnik, MJ, MBA, RRT, FACHE, CPHQ, CHC, CHPC, as its 2024 president; April M. Taylor, MS, MHA, FACHE, CMQ/OE, CLSSBB, CPHQ, CPPS, as president-elect; Cathy Duquette, PhD, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, CPHQ, FNAHQ, as secretary/treasurer; and Sheranda Fesler, PhD, RN, RNC-NIC, NE-BC, CPHQ, CPPS, FNAHQ, as chair of the individual strategic advisory council.

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  • "It is an honor to welcome these industry leaders as they step into their new roles on the board.
  • "It is my privilege to serve as the NAHQ president this year with such a distinguished group of quality colleagues," Resnik stated.
  • "As my work with NAHQ deepens each year, so does my affinity for and dedication to its purpose and vision.
  • "I am deeply honored to bring my experience, passion and commitment to healthcare quality and safety to my role on the NAHQ board," said Fesler.

What Are The Experts Saying About Food Additives Ban Proposals?

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Health, Nutrition, Science, Food additive, Risk, Paranoia, Food and Drug Administration, CFS, University, Food, Doctor of Philosophy, University of Rhode Island, Health Canada, NCA, Toxicology, FDA, Food safety, Hearing, Pharmaceutical industry

This prompts the question: What are the qualified experts saying?

Key Points: 
  • This prompts the question: What are the qualified experts saying?
  • "It's time for our nation's food safety experts to flex their expertise and drive the conversation, because maintaining FDA's role as the ultimate authority and regulator in ensuring food safety is critical for our country."
  • February 16, 2024
    Institute of Food Technologists Chief Science and Technology Officer Bryan Hitchcock: "Food additives not only help improve shelf life and reduce microbiological growth but help ensure a safe and affordable food supply while also reducing food loss and waste."
  • "Usurping FDA's authority does nothing but create a state-by-state patchwork of inconsistent state requirements that increase food costs, create confusion around food safety, and erode consumer confidence in our food supply."

FMP Alliance Forms to Advance Innovative Fault Managed Power Technology

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Electricity, Organization, Education, Information technology, Digital, Prysmian Group, Cisco, Safety, Patent, FMP, Human, Airline

Together, we have formed the FMP Alliance, an open industry association dedicated to advocating, promoting, and advancing fault managed power technologies.

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  • Together, we have formed the FMP Alliance, an open industry association dedicated to advocating, promoting, and advancing fault managed power technologies.
  • The FMP Alliance aims to champion and foster widespread adoption of fault managed power technology across various industries.
  • Fault managed power is an advanced technology designed to elevate the safety, dependability, and efficiency of power systems.
  • Additionally, the FMP Alliance promotes collaboration and partnerships with organizations, government entities, and stakeholders who share an interest in advancing fault managed power technology.

Now Restaurants Accept EBT Cards, SNAP or Food Stamps Benefits - Enjoy Prepared Meals at These Restaurants

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Friday, April 5, 2024
Transfer, SNAP, Electronic benefit transfer, EBT, Housing, Restaurant, RMP, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Food and Nutrition Service, Food delivery

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/now-restaurants-accept-ebt-card...

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  • The Restaurant Meals Program (RMP), a facet of the federal assistance landscape since 1977, has opened up new avenues for elderly, disabled, and homeless individuals to access prepared meals.
  • GetGovtGrants aims to shed light on the intricacies of the program, including eligibility, participating states, and how to find restaurants that accept EBT, SNAP, or Food Stamps for payment.
  • States with Restaurant Meals Program (RMP) let EBT Card Holders use SNAP Benefits for Hot Food.
  • This press release clarifies how Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards can be used for prepared meals at authorized restaurants in specific states.

Vishay Intertechnology’s EFI Warwick Factory Certified to IATF 16949:2016 for IGBR Product Family

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Monday, March 25, 2024
ISO 14001:2015, Certification, Silicon carbide, Vishay Intertechnology, Noise, DNA, IATF, Human, Silicon, VSH, STF, EFI, MOSFET, Telecommunications, ISO, ISO 9001:2015

Based on ISO 9001:2015 — with additional automotive customer-specific requirements — IATF 16949:2016 is the global technical specification and quality management standard for the automotive industry.

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  • Based on ISO 9001:2015 — with additional automotive customer-specific requirements — IATF 16949:2016 is the global technical specification and quality management standard for the automotive industry.
  • With this certification, the quality management system at the EFI Warwick factory is now certified to ISO 9001:2015 for all products, and IATF 16949:2016 for IGBR resistors.
  • In addition, its environmental management system is certified to ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018.
  • Serving customers worldwide, Vishay is The DNA of tech.® Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. is a Fortune 1,000 Company listed on the NYSE (VSH).

The Granite Group Announces Exclusive Partnership with Flair for Distribution of Smart Vents in New England

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
Online, Daniel J. Myers, Growth, Entrepreneurship, Heat, Partnership, Business development, Senior, Vent, HVAC, Granite

Given the continued growth of Flair in New England, The Granite Group is honored to have Flair's first exclusive distribution agreement for its Smart Vent product line for central systems.

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  • Given the continued growth of Flair in New England, The Granite Group is honored to have Flair's first exclusive distribution agreement for its Smart Vent product line for central systems.
  • We are excited to be the exclusive distributor of Flair Smart Vents in the New England region and look forward to a successful partnership and the opportunity to introduce Flair Smart Vents to contractors in our network."
  • As part of this partnership, The Granite Group will be the exclusive distributor of Flair Smart Vents in Vermont, Maine, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.
  • The Granite Group's 56 wholesale branches and My Granite Access Online Store will make Flair Smart Vents easily accessible to HVAC professionals throughout the New England states.

Noridian Continues To Support Providers and Suppliers Amid Change Healthcare Cyber Security Incident

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
American Samoa, DME, Change Healthcare, Senior, Medicare, CMS, Health insurance

FARGO, N.D., March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (Noridian) , a leader in developing solutions for federal, state and commercial health care programs, is providing billing and claims processing support to providers impacted by the repercussions of the recent Change Healthcare cyber security incident.

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  • FARGO, N.D., March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Noridian Healthcare Solutions, LLC (Noridian) , a leader in developing solutions for federal, state and commercial health care programs, is providing billing and claims processing support to providers impacted by the repercussions of the recent Change Healthcare cyber security incident.
  • In collaboration with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Noridian is offering multiple options for navigating billing challenges, including electronic workarounds.
  • Additionally, Noridian streamlines the process for requesting Accelerated and Advance Payments to provide financial relief to impacted providers.
  • Through collaborative efforts with the CMS and other stakeholders, Noridian is working to facilitate options to resolve the ongoing challenges posed by Change Healthcare’s cyber security incident.

Compassion in Action: Local Company Supports Louisiana Lions Camp

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Other Philanthropy, Defense, People with Disabilities, Other Defense, Philanthropy, Consumer, Government Technology, Foundation, Environment, Hope, Volunteering, Type 1 diabetes, Social skills, Snack, Multimedia, Fortification, Meal, Management

Recently, a Louisiana camp for children with respiratory disorders, special needs, juvenile diabetes, and childhood cancer got a big boost when Corvias Property Management team members based onsite at Fort Johnson donated their weekends to getting the Louisiana Lions Camp summer-ready.

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  • Recently, a Louisiana camp for children with respiratory disorders, special needs, juvenile diabetes, and childhood cancer got a big boost when Corvias Property Management team members based onsite at Fort Johnson donated their weekends to getting the Louisiana Lions Camp summer-ready.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240404194724/en/
    Pam Self, resident manager for Corvias Property Management at Fort Johnson, volunteers at Louisiana Lions Camp.
  • She uses this benefit to give back to the Louisiana Lions Camp every summer.
  • Corvias Chief Operating Officer and Corvias Foundation Board President Jennifer Sousa says, “When we saw the Louisiana Lions Camp phrase, ‘Together, we build a better us,’ it really resonated.