Survivor

Registration Opens For Free Event On Navigating Cancer And Employment, Allsup Explains

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

This free virtual event brings together cancer patients, survivors, healthcare professionals, employers and advocates to discuss effective management of treatment, recovery and employment for individuals who have cancer.

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  • This free virtual event brings together cancer patients, survivors, healthcare professionals, employers and advocates to discuss effective management of treatment, recovery and employment for individuals who have cancer.
  • “Cancer and Careers exemplifies genuine commitment to aiding those affected by cancer, whether they’re navigating employment during or after their diagnosis,” said T.J. Geist, Allsup Principal Advocate.
  • AES assigns a dedicated case manager to beneficiaries and offers free support and resources through the Ticket to Work Program.
  • The conference is designed to equip attendees with the knowledge and resources needed to manage their careers through the cancer journey successfully.

Helius Medical Technologies, Inc. Initiates Open-Label Study for Registrational Program in Stroke

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

NEWTOWN, Pa., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Helius Medical Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:HSDT) (“Helius” or the “Company”), a neurotech company focused on delivering a novel therapeutic neuromodulation approach for balance and gait deficits, today announced the initiation of an open-label study for its registrational program in stroke. The program was established based on encouraging early trial results as well as real-world evidence from Canada, where PoNS is already authorized for treatment of stroke, and aims to establish the effects of cranial-nerve non-invasive neuromodulation (“CN-NINM”), delivered using PoNS Therapy®, on gait and dynamic balance in chronic stroke survivors.

Key Points: 
  • -- Results will support efforts to achieve U.S. authorization under PoNS’s breakthrough designation for stroke --
    NEWTOWN, Pa., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Helius Medical Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:HSDT) (“Helius” or the “Company”), a neurotech company focused on delivering a novel therapeutic neuromodulation approach for balance and gait deficits, today announced the initiation of an open-label study for its registrational program in stroke.
  • Under the direction of Mark Bowden, PT, PhD, Brooks Rehabilitation (“Brooks Rehabilitation”) will be the first site to enroll patients.
  • Brooks Rehabilitation is already a participant site to the Company’s ongoing investigator-initiated, placebo-controlled study in stroke, led by Dr. Steven Kautz at the Medical University of South Carolina (“MUSC”).
  • “PoNS Therapy has the potential to meaningfully improve the lives of over five million stroke patients affected by walking and balance disability.

Fight Colorectal Cancer Unites Over 200 Advocates in Washington, D.C. for the 18th Annual Call-on Congress Event

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a powerful display of unity, Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC) is hosting the 18th Annual Call-on Congress event, bringing together over 200 colorectal cancer survivors, caregivers, and loved ones.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, D.C., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a powerful display of unity, Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC) is hosting the 18th Annual Call-on Congress event, bringing together over 200 colorectal cancer survivors, caregivers, and loved ones.
  • This landmark advocacy initiative aims to elevate personal stories and press for increased funding and support to combat colorectal cancer (CRC) .
  • Colorectal cancer, encompassing colon and rectal cancers, stands as the second-leading cause of cancer deaths for both men and women combined in the United States.
  • Encouraging Members of Congress to Champion Colorectal Cancer : Advocates will call on their representatives to become champions for colorectal cancer, actively working to transform the statistics surrounding the disease by joining the Colorectal Cancer Caucus.

FOX Nation to Debut New Docuseries ‘Surviving Hamas: A Benjamin Hall Special’ on April 9

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

FOX Nation will debut a two-part docuseries hosted by FOX News correspondent Benjamin Hall on April 9, announced Lauren Petterson, president of the platform.

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  • FOX Nation will debut a two-part docuseries hosted by FOX News correspondent Benjamin Hall on April 9, announced Lauren Petterson, president of the platform.
  • Entitled Surviving Hamas: A Benjamin Hall Special, the two hour-long episodes will explore the devastating firsthand experiences of individuals in the Israeli community following the October 7, 2023 attack.
  • Throughout the series, Hall visits some of the hardest hit communities providing an update for viewers as the 200-day milestone nears.
  • FOX Nation is a direct-to-consumer on-demand streaming service designed to complement the FOX News Channel experience with a members-only destination for its most passionate and loyal super fans.

Paris Hilton’s 11:11 Media Impact Press Conference Recap Following Abuse Allegations at Troubled Teen School

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Paris’ nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact, the social impact arm of her next-gen media company, hosted the press conference today.

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  • Paris’ nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact, the social impact arm of her next-gen media company, hosted the press conference today.
  • American parents have shipped their children, including many adoptees, across international borders to facilities and countries they've never seen.
  • The press conference covered the serious abuse and neglect allegations against Atlantis Leadership Academy, including claims that youth were subjected to beatings, chokeholds, starvation, and denied a proper education.
  • 11:11 Media Impact hopes getting involved helps play a critical role in safeguarding these young lives.

World Childhood Foundation USA and Economist Impact Release Results of Groundbreaking Report on Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in the United States; 25 out of 28 States Receive Failing Grade

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Produced and developed by Economist Impact, and supported by WCF-USA, the groundbreaking report highlights significant gaps in states’ efforts to combat child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA), and ultimately 25 out of the 28 states failed.

Key Points: 
  • Produced and developed by Economist Impact, and supported by WCF-USA, the groundbreaking report highlights significant gaps in states’ efforts to combat child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA), and ultimately 25 out of the 28 states failed.
  • If these scores were equated to academic grades, only three states - Connecticut, Delaware, and Washington - would achieve slightly above a failing grade.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402726538/en/
    World Childhood Foundation USA (WCF-USA) and Economist Impact released today “Out of the Shadows Index: Into the Spotlight,” a groundbreaking report that highlights significant gaps in states’ efforts to combat child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA).
  • Only two states have eliminated both the criminal and civil statute of limitations for all child sexual abuse offenses and claims.

Goodpath, Provider of Virtual Whole-Person Care, Begins Delivering Cancer Survivorship Program

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

For the growing population of 19 million cancer survivors in the US, Goodpath’s Cancer Survivorship program will support survivors before, during, and after treatment to address the physical and mental health challenges each survivor faces.

Key Points: 
  • For the growing population of 19 million cancer survivors in the US, Goodpath’s Cancer Survivorship program will support survivors before, during, and after treatment to address the physical and mental health challenges each survivor faces.
  • A cancer diagnosis is a life-changing event and Goodpath’s program will improve areas such as mental health, digestive issues, and sleep quality.
  • “Launching Goodpath’s new Cancer Survivorship program is a personal milestone of which I couldn’t be more proud,” says Bill Gianoukos, co-founder and CEO of Goodpath.
  • The Cancer Survivorship program is available to Goodpath members as an employee health benefit.

Survivors of 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre to Appear Before Oklahoma Supreme Court As Historic Case Hangs in the Balance

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Friday, March 29, 2024

The Oklahoma Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on April 2 in a case brought by the two last known survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.

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  • The Oklahoma Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on April 2 in a case brought by the two last known survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.
  • They are hoping that the state’s Supreme Court will swiftly direct the Tulsa District Court to move the case forward – thereby giving them a shot at seeing justice during their lifetime.
  • However, the Oklahoma Supreme Court quickly revived the case, agreeing to consider the Survivors’ argument that they were being held to a standard that no other plaintiff in Oklahoma is required to meet.
  • Hughes "Uncle Red" Van Ellis, who was the youngest of the remaining massacre survivors at 102, died in October.

Sasha ApS is Revealing the Potential of Danish World Patented Invention That Can Stop Online Image Abuse for Good

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Friday, March 15, 2024

Sasha ApS, a Danish startup specializing in image protection technology, announces its event "Revealing the Potential" to mark the International Day of Conscience.

Key Points: 
  • Sasha ApS, a Danish startup specializing in image protection technology, announces its event "Revealing the Potential" to mark the International Day of Conscience.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240315859380/en/
    Thomas Eriksson, Founder and CEO of Sasha, and Chief Communications Officer, Lotte Thor Høgsberg getting ready for the big reveal.
  • The event will conclude with a housewarming session and Sasha will provide snacks, food, and drinks throughout the event.
  • Our system can even recognize the image again without needing the original photo, ensuring complete privacy for the user,” says Maziar Zamani, CTO of the Danish startup.

Fire Victim Trust to Increase Pro Rata Payments to California Fire Survivors to 66%

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Cathy Yanni, Trustee of the Fire Victim Trust (FVT), announced a pro rata payment increase from 60 percent to 66 percent effective April 25, 2024.

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  • Cathy Yanni, Trustee of the Fire Victim Trust (FVT), announced a pro rata payment increase from 60 percent to 66 percent effective April 25, 2024.
  • “With $1.2 billion in additional liquidity from our final stock sales and 97% of claims now accepted and final, we are confident we can safely increase the pro rata payment percentage for all fire survivors by six percent,” said Cathy Yanni.
  • The FVT was created in July 2020 and funded with both cash and shares of stock pursuant to PG&E’s Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization.
  • The Fire Victim Trust evaluates, administers, processes and resolves eligible claims arising from the 2015 Butte Fire, 2017 North Bay Fires, and 2018 Camp Fire.