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LG Announces Proto Challenge Winners

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics has named the winners of the LG NOVA Proto Challenge, the preliminary startup competition that sets the stage for LG NOVA 'sglobal challenge program Mission for the Future .

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  • SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics has named the winners of the LG NOVA Proto Challenge, the preliminary startup competition that sets the stage for LG NOVA 'sglobal challenge program Mission for the Future .
  • "The LG NOVA Proto Challenge was designed to discover startups and entrepreneurs with new ideas and technology to create and grow new innovation with LG that offers real impact on society," said Dr. Sokwoo Rhee, senior vice president for innovation at LG Electronics and head of LG NOVA.
  • LG NOVA Proto Challenge winners were selected based on the following criteria: a clear vision to growing business with LG, a convincing pathway to commercialization, and the uniqueness of the proposed solution or product.
  • "Through the Proto Challenge, we've identified businesses that are meeting the challenge of building for the future," said Limor Schafman, director of strategy and operations at LG NOVA.

Viatris' First-Ever Interchangeable Insulin Biosimilar Preferred on Express Scripts' Largest Formulary

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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As part of this commitment, Viatris will soon commercialize two versions of this landmark insulin glargine injection, the first-ever interchangeable biosimilar approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA): Semglee (insulin glargine-yfgn) injection, a branded interchangeable product, and Insulin Glargine (insulin glargine-yfgn) Injection, an authorized interchangeable biosimilar.

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  • As part of this commitment, Viatris will soon commercialize two versions of this landmark insulin glargine injection, the first-ever interchangeable biosimilar approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA): Semglee (insulin glargine-yfgn) injection, a branded interchangeable product, and Insulin Glargine (insulin glargine-yfgn) Injection, an authorized interchangeable biosimilar.
  • This dual product approach is intended to ensure that this historic interchangeable biosimilar insulin can reach as many patients as possible regardless of financial circumstances, insurance or channel.
  • "The inclusion of our interchangeable biosimilar on Express Scripts' National Preferred Formulary (NPF)is an important milestone to help increase access to insulin for those living with diabetes across the U.S.," said Tony Mauro, President, Developed Markets for Viatris.
  • The Express Scripts formulary change including coverage of Semglee (insulin glargine-yfgn) on its NPF will occur effective January 1, 2022.

CareWise Solutions Introduces Hybrid Work and Care Environment to Solve the Employer-Care Crisis

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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Business leaders want online workforce solutions aligned with custom wellness, work, and care beliefs, to enhance employment brands during and beyond the Great Resignation of 2021.

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  • Business leaders want online workforce solutions aligned with custom wellness, work, and care beliefs, to enhance employment brands during and beyond the Great Resignation of 2021.
  • Technology has blurred the lines between where, when, and how employees want to work.
  • The Great Resignation is not really about Covid payments or remote work, or even child or eldercare.
  • "In the long term, aspiring to a more natural way to work, live and care make sense.

CommonSpirit and Vital Improve Patient Experience in Emergency and Patient Care Delivery

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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A year-long successful pilot in Arizona helped improve patient satisfaction and experience, and delivered improvements in care coordination in emergency departments across the region.

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  • A year-long successful pilot in Arizona helped improve patient satisfaction and experience, and delivered improvements in care coordination in emergency departments across the region.
  • Over the course of 7 months 6,675, or 8.5% of Vital users, were able to book appointments for necessary follow up care.
  • Vital is a modern software for hospital emergency departments that makes it easier to coordinate care and prioritize patients.
  • CommonSpirit is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.

NoviSystems Launches Fusion Analytics Platform For Data-Driven Benefits In Health Care And Rare Disease Management, Drug Manufacturing

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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Anyone familiar with a pivot table in Microsoft's Excel software should be able to apply Fusion Analytics to their organizations.

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  • Anyone familiar with a pivot table in Microsoft's Excel software should be able to apply Fusion Analytics to their organizations.
  • Fusion Analytics is well suited for complex businesses in health care such as hospitals, biopharmaceutical and pharmaceutical manufacturers, and contract research organizations.
  • Daughtry is a past trustee of the Florida-based Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Foundation, a rare disease nonprofit organization, and a leading business consultant.
  • Since the inception of the Rare Disease InfoHub, leaders in the rare disease community like Daughtry have ensured that academic and commercial Fusion Analytics projects meet the needs of patients and families.

The MDS Foundation Celebrates MDS World Awareness Day With Their 4th Annual Move for MDS 5k Walk at Boston Common and Virtually Around the World

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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Great strides have been made in advancing innovative research andtreatments for MDS, but like other rare diseases, more awareness andsupport are needed.

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  • Great strides have been made in advancing innovative research andtreatments for MDS, but like other rare diseases, more awareness andsupport are needed.
  • "This is the fourth year we are partnering with our communities to Move forMDS," said Dr. Stephen Nimer, chairman of the MDS Foundation.
  • The Move for MDS program is made possible by the support of incredibleorganizations committed to the MDS community.
  • Now in itsfourth year, the Move for MDS walk, held on the eve of MDS WorldAwareness Day, brings together a global community to raise awareness forthis rare cancer.

Announcing the VIPx, LifeFone's Most Advanced At-Home & On-the-Go Medical Alert System

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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It works throughout the U.S. on AT&T's or Verizon's cellular networks (it works with LifeFone's cellservice).

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  • It works throughout the U.S. on AT&T's or Verizon's cellular networks (it works with LifeFone's cellservice).
  • It's an all-in-one solution, worn as a necklace or belt clip and provides both subscribers and caregivers peace of mind.
  • The optional Caregiver Mobile App offers maximum Caregiver Support by providing helpful information directly from a mobile device.
  • Small & Lightweight - One of the smallest & most powerful medical alert systems on the market.

The Body Shop US Partners with CARE® USA to Help Families in Need This Holiday Season

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, The Body Shop US announces a partnership with CARE USA to help deliver care packages to families in need across America, supporting the organization's goal of providing 10 million CARE Packages to families in need by the end of 2021.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, The Body Shop US announces a partnership with CARE USA to help deliver care packages to families in need across America, supporting the organization's goal of providing 10 million CARE Packages to families in need by the end of 2021.
  • The brand chose to partner with CARE USA because of its caregiving focus as the organization ramps up its US efforts.
  • The beauty retailer will donate $50,000 to CARE USA to help reach its 10 million care package goal, and offer an exclusive Black Friday promotion on the Community Care Pouch, a special-edition holiday gift, which will include an assortment of body and skin care products.
  • The Body Shop seeks to make positive change in the world by offering high-quality, naturally inspired skincare, body care, hair care and make-up produced ethically and sustainably.

Nourish for Caregivers Supports Recommendations for Improved Recognition and Support of Family Caregivers

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --A congressionally mandated council that received input from Nourish for Caregivers delivered recommendations on how to better support family caregivers.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --A congressionally mandated council that received input from Nourish for Caregivers delivered recommendations on how to better support family caregivers.
  • The RAISE (Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage) Family Caregiving Advisory Council comprised of family caregivers, healthcare experts and others developed the recommendations after a two-year, multifaceted effort with support and input from Nourish for Caregivers.
  • Engaging family caregivers as partners in healthcare and long-term services and supportto better integrate family caregivers into healthcare processes and systems.
  • Supporting financial and workplace security for family caregivers to decrease theimpact family caregiving can have on the financial well-being and professional lives of caregivers.

H&R Block Takes Its Culture of Belonging Further with New, Inclusive Benefits

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., Oct. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) today announced an expansion of its values-based culture of belonging with the addition of more inclusive benefits.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., Oct. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) today announced an expansion of its values-based culture of belonging with the addition of more inclusive benefits.
  • H&R Blocks connected culture focuses on ensuring that employees feel supported through a broader range of life and family situations.
  • We are committed to creating a culture where our associates can bring their authentic selves to work, and our more creative and holisitic approach to benefits is one important piece of that puzzle," said Tiffany Monroe, chief people & culture officer of H&R Block.
  • The company offers a number of associate-led Belonging Groups, which are spaces that foster the culture of belonging and are a place where all associates can cultivate connections.