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Local Officials, The NRP Group, and University Hospitals, Cut Ribbon on The Davis, an Affordable Housing Community in Cleveland, Ohio

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

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    The community is The NRP Group’s third "Health and Housing" development, conceived to address social determinants of health (SDOH).
  • This is the second of UH’s Community Wellness Centers; the first opened in Bedford, Ohio, earlier this year.
  • “We’re proud to celebrate the completion of this community, and grateful to have had an opportunity to partner with The NRP Group.
  • “The NRP Group is dedicated to creating affordable communities that provide residents with opportunities for long-term success,” said J. David Heller, President and CEO of The NRP Group.

Arrowhead Presents New Phase 2 Data on Plozasiran and Zodasiran at AHA 2023

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Monday, November 13, 2023

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: ARWR) today presented new Phase 2 clinical data from the ongoing SHASTA-2 and MUIR studies of plozasiran (ARO-APOC3) and the ARCHES-2 study of zodasiran (ARO-ANG3) at the American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions 2023, being held in Philadelphia, PA, on November 11-13, 2023.

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  • Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: ARWR) today presented new Phase 2 clinical data from the ongoing SHASTA-2 and MUIR studies of plozasiran (ARO-APOC3) and the ARCHES-2 study of zodasiran (ARO-ANG3) at the American Heart Association (AHA) Scientific Sessions 2023, being held in Philadelphia, PA, on November 11-13, 2023.
  • Despite potent LDL-C lowering therapies, residual ASCVD risk persists due in part to high levels of atherogenic TRLs.
  • At 24 weeks, plozasiran durably decreased serum APOC3 to -79%, TGs to -74%, and remnant cholesterol to -63%, while increasing HDL-cholesterol to +68%.
  • Serious TEAEs were not related to plozasiran and were resolved without sequelae, except two subjects with malignancies.

Recor Medical Announces U.S. Launch and First Commercial Cases of Paradise Ultrasound Renal Denervation Therapy

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Friday, November 10, 2023

Recor Medical, Inc. (“Recor”) and its parent company, Otsuka Medical Devices Co., Ltd. (“Otsuka Medical Devices”), today announced the first commercial uses of Recor’s Paradise™ Ultrasound Renal Denervation (uRDN) system for the treatment of hypertension, the first FDA approved renal denervation therapy in the United States.

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  • Recor Medical, Inc. (“Recor”) and its parent company, Otsuka Medical Devices Co., Ltd. (“Otsuka Medical Devices”), today announced the first commercial uses of Recor’s Paradise™ Ultrasound Renal Denervation (uRDN) system for the treatment of hypertension, the first FDA approved renal denervation therapy in the United States.
  • The first commercial procedures took place at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York City by Drs.
  • Paradise uRDN delivers two to three doses of 360-degree ultrasound energy — lasting seven seconds each — through the main renal arteries to the surrounding nerves.
  • “This new renal denervation technology for a high-risk patient population – individuals with difficult to control hypertension – has been long awaited.

Rasmussen University Appoints Matthew Yale as Board Chairman and Welcomes Dr. Claire Zangerle to its Board of Directors

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

MINNEAPOLIS , Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rasmussen University today announced changes to its Board of Directors, including the appointment of a new chairman and public member. Most notably, longtime chairman Dr. Henry S. Bienen has stepped down but will remain an integral part of the Board as a public member and chair of the Board's Academic Affairs Committee. Matthew Yale, who has been a public member of Rasmussen's Board since 2020, will assume the position of chairman effective immediately.   

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  • Matthew Yale, who has been a public member of Rasmussen's Board since 2020, will assume the position of chairman effective immediately.
  • "I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Matthew on his appointment to chairman of Rasmussen University's Board of Directors," said Dr. Bienen.
  • Rasmussen University is also excited to welcome Dr. Claire Zangerle, principal at CMZ Strategies, LLC, to its Board of Directors, further enriching the diverse perspectives on the Board.
  • Matthew Yale, newly appointed board chairman, expressed his enthusiasm about Dr. Zangerle's addition to the Board, saying, "We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Claire Zangerle to Rasmussen University's Board of Directors.

ALCON LIGHTING EASES HOLIDAY STRESS WITH INNOVATIVE WELLNESS PROGRAM

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcon Lighting, a leading commercial lighting company , is tackling holiday stress by extending the success of its workday meditation program to support employees during the festive season.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcon Lighting, a leading commercial lighting company , is tackling holiday stress by extending the success of its workday meditation program to support employees during the festive season.
  • Amid the challenges of today's workplace, Alcon Lighting has observed positive outcomes from its meditation initiative, demonstrating reduced stress, increased productivity, and enhanced overall health and wellness for participating employees.
  • Originally introduced as a response to workplace stress, the program began with a three-part HeartMath Introduction led by consultant Michelle Adams.
  • For more information on Alcon Lighting's meditation program, please contact [email protected] .

Maplewood Senior Living Achieves 95% Occupancy Rate Across Portfolio

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

WESTPORT, Conn., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maplewood Senior Living, a leading national provider of senior living residences with 16 communities across the Northeast and Ohio, is proud to announce it has reached a 95% average occupancy rate across its stabilized portfolio, with multiple communities currently at 100%.

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  • With company-wide resilience in swift bounce-back to pre-pandemic occupancy, Maplewood exceeds industry average by over 10%
    WESTPORT, Conn., Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maplewood Senior Living , a leading national provider of senior living residences with 16 communities across the Northeast and Ohio, is proud to announce it has reached a 95% average occupancy rate across its stabilized portfolio, with multiple communities currently at 100%.
  • "We continue to be excited by the strong occupancy numbers at Inspīr and are thrilled that the balance of the Maplewood Senior Living portfolio has achieved a 95% occupancy rate," said Shane Herlet, Chief Operating Officer, Maplewood Senior Living.
  • High customer satisfaction has resulted in the majority of Maplewood communities being ranked as 'Best of Senior Living' by top senior care referral services, outperforming competition in nearly every market.
  • To learn more about Maplewood Senior Living or to schedule a tour, please call 203-557-4777 or visit http://www.maplewoodseniorliving.com .

John Carroll University Momentum Continues with Announcement of College of Health

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, Ohio, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following approval from the Board of Directors, President Alan R. Miciak, Ph.D. today announced another significant step in John Carroll University's (JCU) Inspired Futures strategy with the creation of a College of Health, adding to an academic portfolio including the College of Arts & Sciences, the Boler College of Business, and the Graduate School. Former University Hospitals executive Dr. Melissa Cole, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, CENP, JCU's Director of Nursing and Strategic Healthcare Initiatives, has been named Interim Dean.

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  • The announcement of a College of Health is the latest strategic investment in the Inspired Futures strategy that emphasizes academic innovation and the student experience.
  • This momentum includes the construction of an Athletics, Wellness & Event Center (set to open in Winter 2025), renovations to the D.J.
  • Additionally, the National Center for Health Workforce Analysis projects shortages in allied health professionals, like opticians, respiratory therapists, and physical therapists, and behavioral health professionals, like addiction counselors, mental health counselors, and psychologists.
  • Cole added: "The time is right for JCU's College of Health and the numbers speak for themselves.

Levita® Magnetics Announces First International Deployment of MARS™ Surgical System

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Levita Magnetics, whose mission is to help more patients get access to better surgery, announced today the international launch of its MARS surgical system at Hospital Luis Tisne in Santiago, Chile. This marks another milestone in the global advancement of minimally invasive surgery.

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  • Dr. Julio Jimenez at the Hospital Luis Tisne performed a series of procedures, including same-day discharge gallbladder removals and bariatric surgeries.
  • This deployment of the MARS system comes shortly after the company's first commercial use cases in the United States at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic.
  • "The deployment of the MARS surgical system in Hospital Luis Tisne, an important public hospital in Santiago, Chile, marks a moment of pride for our entire team.
  • We will continue to push paradigm-shifting solutions across medicine in the coming months through our clinically valuable, cost and space-efficient surgical system."

Anixa Biosciences to Host Conference Call This Evening to Discuss Positive New Data from Ongoing Phase 1 Study of Breast Cancer Vaccine

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

SAN JOSE, Calif., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anixa Biosciences, Inc. ("Anixa" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: ANIX), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the treatment and prevention of cancer, will publicly release new data this evening from the ongoing Phase 1 clinical trial of its breast cancer vaccine, which was presented for the first time today at the 2023 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium ("SABCS"). All interested parties are invited to join an upcoming conference call today at 6:30 pm ET to discuss the data.

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  • All interested parties are invited to join an upcoming conference call today at 6:30 pm ET to discuss the data.
  • Anixa is pleased to invite all interested parties to participate in a conference call today at 6:30 p.m.
  • Jennifer Davis: Ms. Davis is a nurse, wife, mother of three, and Triple Negative Breast Cancer survivor.
  • Dr. Shepard is best known as the inventor of the life-saving breast cancer drug Herceptin® (trastuzumab).

Meijer to Open Fairfax Market in Cleveland on Jan. 16

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

The new 40,000-square-foot market is part of a mixed-use neighborhood revitalization project being developed in partnership with the City of Cleveland, Cleveland Clinic, the Fairfax Renaissance Development Corporation and Fairmount Properties.

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  • The new 40,000-square-foot market is part of a mixed-use neighborhood revitalization project being developed in partnership with the City of Cleveland, Cleveland Clinic, the Fairfax Renaissance Development Corporation and Fairmount Properties.
  • "Fairfax Market is committed to being more than just a new store.
  • We will be an involved partner, investing in the community and supporting local businesses," Fairfax Market Store Director Alan Jordan said.
  • Fairfax Market will feature a large assortment of products, including fresh meat and deli items, fresh produce, a bakery, and Meijer and national brand items.