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Evolution of Oncology Treatments Giving New Hope to Those Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

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Friday, March 24, 2023

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- USA News Group - Treatments for various forms of breast cancer continue to evolve, with several new breakthroughs being labeled as landmark in nature and giving hope to families dealing with a fateful diagnosis. According to the American Cancer Society in 2022, the 5-year relative survival rate for localized breast cancer, cancer that has not spread outside the breast, is 99%, and for those whose cancer has spread outside the breast to nearby structures or lymph nodes, the survival rate is 86%. Over the last year, the biotech sector has increased its efforts and delivered very optimistic data from such groups as Oncolytics Biotech Inc. (NASDAQ: ONCY) (TSX: ONC), CytomX Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: CTMX), BriaCell Therapeutics (NASDAQ: BCTX) (NASDAQ: BCTXW) (TSX: BCT), Relay Therapeutics (NASDAQ: RLAY), and Hologic, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOLX).

Key Points: 
  • According to the American Cancer Society in 2022, the 5-year relative survival rate for localized breast cancer, cancer that has not spread outside the breast, is 99%, and for those whose cancer has spread outside the breast to nearby structures or lymph nodes, the survival rate is 86%.
  • This pivotal registration study will be enrolling advanced metastatic breast cancer patients for whom no approved treatment options exist.
  • Hologic's data showed that the Breast Cancer Index test identified which premenopausal patients with early-stage HR+ breast cancer benefited from the addition of ovarian function suppression (OFS) to primary adjuvant endocrine therapy.
  • The Breast Cancer Index test is the first biomarker to be evaluated in a cohort from the landmark Suppression of Ovarian Function Trial (SOFT).

Evolution of Oncology Treatments Giving New Hope to Those Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

Retrieved on: 
Friday, March 24, 2023

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- USA News Group - Treatments for various forms of breast cancer continue to evolve, with several new breakthroughs being labeled as landmark in nature and giving hope to families dealing with a fateful diagnosis. According to the American Cancer Society in 2022, the 5-year relative survival rate for localized breast cancer, cancer that has not spread outside the breast, is 99%, and for those whose cancer has spread outside the breast to nearby structures or lymph nodes, the survival rate is 86%. Over the last year, the biotech sector has increased its efforts and delivered very optimistic data from such groups as Oncolytics Biotech Inc. (NASDAQ: ONCY) (TSX: ONC), CytomX Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: CTMX), BriaCell Therapeutics (NASDAQ: BCTX) (NASDAQ: BCTXW) (TSX: BCT), Relay Therapeutics (NASDAQ: RLAY), and Hologic, Inc. (NASDAQ: HOLX).

Key Points: 
  • According to the American Cancer Society in 2022, the 5-year relative survival rate for localized breast cancer, cancer that has not spread outside the breast, is 99%, and for those whose cancer has spread outside the breast to nearby structures or lymph nodes, the survival rate is 86%.
  • This pivotal registration study will be enrolling advanced metastatic breast cancer patients for whom no approved treatment options exist.
  • Hologic's data showed that the Breast Cancer Index test identified which premenopausal patients with early-stage HR+ breast cancer benefited from the addition of ovarian function suppression (OFS) to primary adjuvant endocrine therapy.
  • The Breast Cancer Index test is the first biomarker to be evaluated in a cohort from the landmark Suppression of Ovarian Function Trial (SOFT).

Viceroy Hotels & Resorts Announces Partnership With Premier Nonprofit Organization Out & Equal And Introduces Inaugural LGBTQ+ Travel Advisory Board

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

LOS ANGELES, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Viceroy Hotels & Resorts, the global modern luxury brand, announces its official partnership with Out & Equal Workplace Advocates (O&E), the premier nonprofit organization working exclusively on LGBTQ+ workplace equality. As a partner, O&E will provide Viceroy with LGBTQ+ executive leadership development, comprehensive Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) training and consultation, and opportunities for professional networking that create and sustain inclusive and welcoming work environments. This partnership builds upon Viceroy for Everyone which is Viceroy's ongoing pledge of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging for its colleagues and guests, and cements their long-term commitment to meaningful workplace equality.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Viceroy Hotels & Resorts, the global modern luxury brand, announces its official partnership with Out & Equal Workplace Advocates (O&E), the premier nonprofit organization working exclusively on LGBTQ+ workplace equality.
  • "Viceroy is passionately committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging both in the workplace and as a tentpole of our hospitality ethos," says Viceroy Hotels & Resorts CEO Bill Walshe.
  • Viceroy's new partnership kicked off with O&E facilitating and moderating the brand's first LGBTQ+ Travel Focus Group.
  • The board consists of well-respected travel professionals across the world who act as Viceroy's moral compass, ensuring that all commitments are upheld, brand-wide.

Ocelot Expands SIS Interoperability with Ellucian Colleague Integration

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ocelot, the industry leader in AI communications purpose-built for higher education, today announced it will expand the flexibility of its solutions, adding integration capabilities for Ellucian Colleague. The Colleague integration enables more colleges and universities to access Ocelot's purpose-built AI, expansive content libraries, and network-based learning engine to deliver personalized student experiences that increase enrollment and retention. 

Key Points: 
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ocelot , the industry leader in AI communications purpose-built for higher education, today announced it will expand the flexibility of its solutions, adding integration capabilities for Ellucian Colleague.
  • Ellucian Colleague serves thousands of higher education institutions with its student information systems (SIS), finance and HR, recruiting, retention, analytics, and advancement software solutions.
  • Colleague is the latest in a growing list of SIS integrations for Ocelot, expanding the reach and flexibility of its purpose-built AI communications solutions.
  • "Ellucian Colleague is a natural integration for us with both our solutions and services deeply tailored to the unique needs of higher education," said Kelley Bradder, VP of Implementation and Product Support, Ocelot.

Phenom High-Volume Hiring Earns 2023 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award by Business Intelligence Group

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

Phenom , the global leader in Intelligent Talent Experience, today announced its high-volume hiring solution has earned the Business Intelligence Group’s 2023 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award for AI innovation and applying its ability to solve organizations’ biggest recruitment challenges in a highly competitive talent market.

Key Points: 
  • Phenom , the global leader in Intelligent Talent Experience, today announced its high-volume hiring solution has earned the Business Intelligence Group’s 2023 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award for AI innovation and applying its ability to solve organizations’ biggest recruitment challenges in a highly competitive talent market.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230323005547/en/
    Phenom earns AI Excellence Award — recognized for innovation, automation and using AI to solve industry-specific recruitment challenges.
  • Phenom High-Volume Hiring customers have realized immediate improvements in hiring efficiency, including:
    A leading residential healthcare provider saved 45,000 recruiter hours per month by using automated screening and scheduling to process 100% of early candidate activity.
  • Book a personalized demo to see Phenom High-Volume Hiring in action.

Inaugural HERtels by Choice Development Seminar Empowers the Next Generation of Hospitality Leaders, Advances Choice Hotels' Commitment to Diverse Owner Base

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

Inaugural HERtels by Choice Hotels development seminar empowers the next generation of hospitality leaders.

Key Points: 
  • Inaugural HERtels by Choice Hotels development seminar empowers the next generation of hospitality leaders.
  • "Choice Hotels was the first brand that I owned which taught me how to build and grow my portfolio.
  • Since launching the HERtels program in 2021, Choice Hotels has awarded more than 50 contracts specifically to women entrepreneurs.
  • For more information about HERtels and upcoming events, as well as Choice Hotels development opportunities, visit www.choicehotelsdevelopment.com/diversity .

United Nations Development Programme Collaborates with Infosys Public Services to Implement Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications Suite

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

NEW YORK, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Infosys Public Services (IPS), a US-based subsidiary of global next-generation digital services and consulting leader Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), today announced the successful deployment of UNDP's Quantum Global Digital Management System. Quantum, based on Oracle's Fusion Cloud Applications Suite, provides a unified and seamless platform for all UNDP business functions including human capital management, financials management, supply chain management and enterprise performance management for eight agencies of the United Nations with a user base of over 50,000 across 170 countries.

Key Points: 
  • Quantum, our new digital corporate management system implemented with Infosys Public Services, underpins a #FutureSmart UNDP that leaves no one behind."
  • Steve Miranda, Executive Vice President, Applications Development, Oracle, said, "With a physical presence in 177 countries around the world, the UN Development Programme operates at massive scale.
  • We're proud to be working with Infosys Public Services to help UNDP optimize its processes and better deliver on its critical global mission."
  • Quantum aligns with the Digital Strategy of the United Nations Development Programme and sets the stage for continuous improvements.

United Nations Development Programme Collaborates with Infosys Public Services to Implement Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications Suite

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

NEW YORK, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Infosys Public Services (IPS), a US-based subsidiary of global next-generation digital services and consulting leader Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), today announced the successful deployment of UNDP's Quantum Global Digital Management System. Quantum, based on Oracle's Fusion Cloud Applications Suite, provides a unified and seamless platform for all UNDP business functions including human capital management, financials management, supply chain management and enterprise performance management for eight agencies of the United Nations with a user base of over 50,000 across 170 countries.

Key Points: 
  • Quantum, our new digital corporate management system implemented with Infosys Public Services, underpins a #FutureSmart UNDP that leaves no one behind."
  • Steve Miranda, Executive Vice President, Applications Development, Oracle, said, "With a physical presence in 177 countries around the world, the UN Development Programme operates at massive scale.
  • We're proud to be working with Infosys Public Services to help UNDP optimize its processes and better deliver on its critical global mission."
  • Quantum aligns with the Digital Strategy of the United Nations Development Programme and sets the stage for continuous improvements.

iCIMS Announces Featured Speakers for Award-Winning INSPIRE Conference, Live Streamed from San Diego on May 9

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

HOLMDEL, N.J., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- iCIMS, the talent cloud company, today announced its lineup of featured speakers set to inspire talent acquisition leaders at its fourth annual, award-winning conference, INSPIRE. Featuring some of the industry's most recognized voices, including podcasters, analysts, leaders and activists, these dynamic speakers will guide breakthrough conversations and informative sessions. Attendees will leave inspired to create change, bring innovation to their organization and better understand the approaches they need to build winning workforces.

Key Points: 
  • Featuring some of the industry's most recognized voices, including podcasters, analysts, leaders and activists, these dynamic speakers will guide breakthrough conversations and informative sessions.
  • Attendees will leave inspired to create change, bring innovation to their organization and better understand the approaches they need to build winning workforces.
  • "The value of the content at INSPIRE is unmatched and empowers attendees to make waves at their organizations," said Kelly Ullrich, manager of talent resources at PSA Airlines.
  • Hosted by Emmy-winning TV host, anchor at Cheddar News and award-winning author, Shannon LaNier, INSPIRE will be live-streamed from San Diego on May 9, with interactive experiences for talent leaders everywhere to connect, discover and celebrate.

PrimePay Unveils New Payroll-Connected On-Demand Pay

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

WEST CHESTER, Pa., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PrimePay, LLC., a national human capital management (HCM) technology leader, today announced the launch of its Payroll-Connected On-Demand Pay in partnership with Clair, an embedded financial wellness solution that helps employees cover expenses in the moment. Clair is connected to PrimePay's payroll and HR technology, streamlining earned wage advance loans without disrupting working capital or payroll administration.

Key Points: 
  • Clair is connected to PrimePay's payroll and HR technology, streamlining earned wage advance loans without disrupting working capital or payroll administration.
  • In a recent study by Ernst & Young*, nearly 60% of employees would view a prospective employer more favorably if on-demand pay was part of a new job offer.
  • Flexible on-demand pay is a fast-growing job perk that employers can offer prospective and current employees at no cost.
  • While earned wage advance loans are free, certain other fees may apply depending on how users use their account.