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gammaCore Non-Invasive Vagus Nerve Stimulation (nVNS) Improves Attention and Working Memory in Patients with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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The first paper entitled “Effect of transcutaneous cervical vagus nerve stimulation on declarative and working memory in patients with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A pilot study” was authored by Tilendra Choudhary and the second, “Transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation modulates stress-induced plasma ghrelin levels: A double-blind, randomized, sham-controlled trial” was written by Kasra Moazzami.

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  • The first paper entitled “Effect of transcutaneous cervical vagus nerve stimulation on declarative and working memory in patients with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A pilot study” was authored by Tilendra Choudhary and the second, “Transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation modulates stress-induced plasma ghrelin levels: A double-blind, randomized, sham-controlled trial” was written by Kasra Moazzami.
  • Both studies were conducted at Emory University and were published in the peer reviewed Journal of Affective Disorders.
  • PTSD is the third most common service-connected disorder in veterans and is associated with considerable morbidity and impairment in function.
  • The study of 15 symptomatic subjects with a clinical diagnosis of PTSD suggested that transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation (tcVNS) improves attention, and declarative and working memory, in patients with PTSD as measured by multiple endpoints.

iTech AG and Hyperscience Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Services for Federal Government Customers

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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iTech AG , a leading technology consulting firm helping federal, state, local and private organizations streamline and modernize operations, today announced its partnership with enterprise AI and automation provider Hyperscience .

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  • iTech AG , a leading technology consulting firm helping federal, state, local and private organizations streamline and modernize operations, today announced its partnership with enterprise AI and automation provider Hyperscience .
  • This partnership will provide government customers with process automation capabilities to drive greater efficiencies, more accurate decision making and improved citizen interactions.
  • Together, iTech AG and Hyperscience will tackle this challenge through intelligent document processing and automated systems.
  • “Our partnership with Hyperscience will utilize automation for efficiency in our team and for our federal customers, streamlining processes from form submission to data extraction,” said Frank Antezana, CEO and co-founder of iTech AG .

CirrusMD Continues National Expansion of VA Health Chat, Improving Care Access for over 5.1 Million Veterans Across the U.S.

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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This continuing work includes expansion of VA Health Chat , which is provided to Veterans by CirrusMD on behalf of the VA, through its agreement with the prime contract holder, Iron Bow Technologies .

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  • This continuing work includes expansion of VA Health Chat , which is provided to Veterans by CirrusMD on behalf of the VA, through its agreement with the prime contract holder, Iron Bow Technologies .
  • “This significant expansion of virtual care for Veterans — the people who need and deserve the best care — is critically important to streamlining access to the VA’s system of care,” said Jamie Hall, President & CEO, CirrusMD.
  • With the recent additions of VISNs 5 and 12, 15 of the 18 VISNs now offer VA Health Chat to local Veterans.
  • The VA Health Chat platform provides Veterans with nearly immediate access during VA operating hours.

GovCIO Media & Research Recognizes Health IT Leaders with Flywheel Awards

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GovCIO Media & Research , a leading federal technology multimedia company, hosted the Health IT Summit on September 21 in Bethesda, Md.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GovCIO Media & Research , a leading federal technology multimedia company, hosted the Health IT Summit on September 21 in Bethesda, Md.
  • Key federal health leaders were presented with Flywheel Awards during the event in recognition for their contributions to, and impact on, the health IT ecosystem.
  • "It is our goal to continuously recognize these transformative leaders in health IT," said GovCIO Media & Research Editor-in-Chief Amy Kluber.
  • Visit the GovCIO Media & Research Health IT Summit page to view a recap of the entire event and session recordings.

Congressional Resolution Marks Sept. 20th as National Service Dog Day

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- K9s For Warriors, the nation's largest provider of trained Service Dogs for military Veterans with invisible wounds of war, celebrated the unanimous passage of a historic bipartisan resolution designating September 20th as National Service Dog Day each year. 

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  • It notes that Service Dogs have been providing such assistance since 1929, and that evidence-based research has shown that "Service Dogs provide numerous health and fitness benefits."
  • "National Service Dog Day will help to recognize how invaluable these incredible canines are to our American heroes.
  • "I appreciate my colleagues unanimously passing this resolution to recognize National Service Dog Day – a way to raise awareness about the unique training and tasks that Service Dogs perform to enable Veterans with disabilities to live life to the fullest."
  • I am proud to join Chairman Bost in declaring September 20th as National Service Dog Day.

New Report Highlights Unique Challenges Female Veterans Face After Service

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) released the 2023 Women Warriors Report, which highlights the unique experiences and challenges women veterans face after service, including accessing health care and undergoing a harder time transitioning back into civilian life than their male counterparts.

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  • A critical part of the report is a series of recommendations for additional research and new policies for Congress, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), volunteer service organizations, and others to undertake to support women veterans further.
  • "This report points the way forward in a comprehensive and holistic manner, underscoring the need for greater partnerships and unified action to support the women veteran community."
  • "Wounded Warrior Project's 2023 Women Warriors Report sheds light on the significant challenges faced by women veterans after their service," said Representative Nancy Mace (R-SC).
  • "These brave women, who have sacrificed so much for our country, often encounter unique obstacles as they transition into civilian life.

Over 200 Veterans to attend adaptive golf clinic in Iowa

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Friday, September 8, 2023
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RIVERSIDE, Iowa, Sept. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- More than 200 Veterans from around the country will take part in the 2023 National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic, September 10–15, in and around Iowa City, Iowa.

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  • RIVERSIDE, Iowa, Sept. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- More than 200 Veterans from around the country will take part in the 2023 National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic, September 10–15, in and around Iowa City, Iowa.
  • It serves Veterans with blindness or limited vision, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, limb loss, and other life-changing injuries.
  • DAV (Disabled American Veterans) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs co-present the five-day clinic with support from businesses, nonprofit organizations, and individual donors.
  • “The adaptive golf clinic is a great opportunity for our American heroes to play the sport they love – and take the next step in their journeys to recovery,” said Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Denis McDonough.

Inside information: Bioretec enters into the U.S. distribution agreement with Spartan Medical for the RemeOs™ screws

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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The signed distribution agreement signals the commencement of the rollout of the RemeOs™ screws in the United States, the world's largest orthopedic market.

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  • The signed distribution agreement signals the commencement of the rollout of the RemeOs™ screws in the United States, the world's largest orthopedic market.
  • The agreement outlines the initiation of a controlled launch of the U.S. distribution of the RemeOsTM screws within strategically selected top-tier academic centers.
  • Additionally, the distribution agreement involves a potential to penetrate into the extensive U.S. Department of Defense and the Veterans Administration healthcare market.
  • "When clinicians are seeking innovative, best-in-class medical technologies, I'm proud to say they come to us," says Vince Proffitt, President of Spartan Medical.

Inside information: Bioretec enters into the U.S. distribution agreement with Spartan Medical for the RemeOs™ screws

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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The signed distribution agreement signals the commencement of the rollout of the RemeOs™ screws in the United States, the world's largest orthopedic market.

Key Points: 
  • The signed distribution agreement signals the commencement of the rollout of the RemeOs™ screws in the United States, the world's largest orthopedic market.
  • The agreement outlines the initiation of a controlled launch of the U.S. distribution of the RemeOsTM screws within strategically selected top-tier academic centers.
  • Additionally, the distribution agreement involves a potential to penetrate into the extensive U.S. Department of Defense and the Veterans Administration healthcare market.
  • "When clinicians are seeking innovative, best-in-class medical technologies, I'm proud to say they come to us," says Vince Proffitt, President of Spartan Medical.

Top Federal Leaders to be Honored at GovCIO Media & Research's Health IT Summit

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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FAIRFAX, Va., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GovCIO Media & Research , a leading federal technology media company, will recognize key government leaders as part of its Flywheel Awards program highlighting contributions within the health IT space.

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  • FAIRFAX, Va., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GovCIO Media & Research , a leading federal technology media company, will recognize key government leaders as part of its Flywheel Awards program highlighting contributions within the health IT space.
  • GovCIO Media & Research will recognize the awardees during its upcoming Health IT Summit Sept. 21 at the Bethesda Marriot from 8 am to 3 pm.
  • Topics covered will include the new Public Health Data Strategy, electronic health records (EHR) modernization, data interoperability, health equity, data privacy and cybersecurity.
  • Visit GovCIO Media & Research's Health IT Summit event page to view the full event agenda and speaker lineup and register for this must-attend event.