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schuh launches Disability Equality tote bag with Shape Arts, inspired by 're-thinking disability'

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

schuh shares the latest instalment of its charity tote bag series with Disability Equality partner, Shape Arts, designed by disability advocate and artist Grace Fairley .

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  • schuh shares the latest instalment of its charity tote bag series with Disability Equality partner, Shape Arts, designed by disability advocate and artist Grace Fairley .
  • The Purpose Pillars have evolved into three main pillars – Sustainability, Mental Wellness and Fostering Diverse Talent, which includes Racial Equality, Disability Equality and LGBT+ Equality.
  • Shape Arts nominated one of their artists, Grace Fairley, to create this year's tote bag design, inspired by the theme "re-thinking disability".
  • The Shape Arts x schuh tote bag will be available online and in stores this November, priced at £3.00/€3.44.

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Fitchburg, a 56-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital, now open in Wisconsin

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and FITCHBURG, Wis., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Encompass Health (NYSE: EHC) announces the opening of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Fitchburg , a 56-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital located at 5535 Nobel Drive.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and FITCHBURG, Wis., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Encompass Health (NYSE: EHC) announces the opening of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Fitchburg , a 56-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital located at 5535 Nobel Drive.
  • The hospital serves patients recovering from debilitating illnesses and injuries including strokes and other neurological disorders, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations and complex orthopedic conditions.
  • "We are excited to open this rehabilitation hospital to help individuals recovering from major illnesses and injuries regain the strength and function needed to reach their highest levels of independence," said Dodi Purtell, CEO of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Fitchburg.
  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Fitchburg is Encompass Health's 161st inpatient rehabilitation hospital nationwide and its second inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Wisconsin.

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Prosper, a 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital, now open in Texas

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and PROSPER, Texas, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Encompass Health (NYSE: EHC) announces the opening of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Prosper , a 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital located at 1231 Mahard Parkway.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and PROSPER, Texas, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Encompass Health (NYSE: EHC) announces the opening of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Prosper , a 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital located at 1231 Mahard Parkway.
  • The hospital serves patients recovering from debilitating injuries and illnesses including strokes and other neurological disorders, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations and complex orthopedic conditions.
  • In addition to 24-hour registered nursing care, the hospital offers physical, occupational and speech therapies to restore functional ability and quality of life.
  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Prosper is Encompass Health's 160th inpatient rehabilitation hospital nationwide and its 27th hospital in Texas.

Lavior Diabetic Creams Launch at Walmart During National Diabetes Month

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

MIAMI, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lavior Pharma, an expert in rapid-healing diabetic wound care, announces the launch of its Diabetic Hydrogel Wound Dressing and Diabetic First Aid Gel plant-based creams at Walmart, coinciding with National Diabetes Month. Lavior is the only company offering a comprehensive line of over-the-counter diabetic wound and skin treatments. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) has endorsed the creams with its Better Choices for Life mark for their efficacy, evidence-based research, and ability to manage complications of diabetes.

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  • MIAMI, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lavior Pharma , an expert in rapid-healing diabetic wound care, announces the launch of its Diabetic Hydrogel Wound Dressing and Diabetic First Aid Gel plant-based creams at Walmart, coinciding with National Diabetes Month.
  • The American Diabetes Association (ADA) has endorsed the creams with its Better Choices for Life mark for their efficacy, evidence-based research, and ability to manage complications of diabetes.
  • With its minimally invasive creams, the brand's all-in-one solutions help people with diabetes handle common side effects associated with the disease.
  • Lavior is now available in 3,000 Walmart stores nationwide and on Walmart.com for less than $20 for a 30-day supply.

New VOYAGER PAD Analyses Reinforce Benefit of XARELTO® (rivaroxaban) Plus Aspirin Across High-Risk and Complex Patient Populations with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

TITUSVILLE, N.J., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson today announced data from two new analyses from the Phase 3 VOYAGER PAD clinical trial reinforcing the benefit of XARELTO® (rivaroxaban [2.5 mg twice daily plus aspirin 100 mg once daily]) over standard of care (aspirin alone). Data from the two analyses demonstrate the role of XARELTO® in treating both high-risk and fragile patients and those with and without comorbid coronary artery diseases (CAD). Results were presented at the American Heart Association's (AHA) 2023 Scientific Sessions, hosted in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, November 11-13, 2023.

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  • "These analyses reinforce the consistency of the favorable benefit-risk profile of XARELTO® plus aspirin for patients with vascular disease, regardless of comorbidity.
  • In fragile patients treated with XARELTO® plus aspirin, 6.2% of patients experienced a MALE compared to 10.3% of patients treated with placebo.
  • In patients with PAD only, 11% of patients treated with XARELTO® plus aspirin experienced a MACE versus 9.8% of patients treated with placebo.
  • Overall, the safety of XARELTO® plus aspirin in patients with PAD was consistent regardless of CAD with no significant interactions.

Nick Jonas and Beyond Type 1 Launch #SeeTheSigns, a National Campaign to Help People Recognize the Symptoms of Diabetes and Receive a Diagnosis

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Monday, November 13, 2023

SAN MATEO, Calif., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the 8.5 million American adults living with undiagnosed diabetes, recognizing the symptoms can determine the difference between life and death—and greatly reduce the likelihood of long-term complications due to a missed or delayed diagnosis.

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  • To address this epidemic crisis, Beyond Type 1 today announced #SeeTheSigns, a national campaign to help people effectively identify the symptoms of diabetes in themselves and others.
  • Unlike the signs of a stroke, choking and other life-threatening emergencies, the symptoms of diabetes often go unnoticed and unaddressed for some time.
  • "I was lucky to receive my diagnosis at age 13 when my mom noticed the signs —but many aren't as lucky.
  • While type 2 diabetes is more common, it's only diagnosed in about half of those whose bodies show symptoms.

KIND Celebrates World Kindness Day with Nourishing Acts of Kindness Across the Country

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Monday, November 13, 2023

That is why, this World Kindness Day, KIND is joining forces with partners to support communities across the country with nourishing acts of kindness.

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  • That is why, this World Kindness Day, KIND is joining forces with partners to support communities across the country with nourishing acts of kindness.
  • "This World Kindness Day, we embraced the opportunity to spread kindness by focusing on nourishing our communities."
  • KIND Team Members across the country also took part in World Kindness Day by volunteering with nonprofits that help nourish minds, bodies and communities.
  • Following World Kindness Day, to continue the ripple effect of nourishing acts of kindness, KIND will be launching its inaugural Beyond KIND Impact Trip.

CūtisCare Sheds Light on Diabetes Awareness Month: How Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Can Save Limbs and Lives

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

With a mission to enhance the lives of individuals living with chronic wounds, CūtisCare is spotlighting the crucial role that Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) plays in saving limbs and lives for those affected by diabetes.

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  • With a mission to enhance the lives of individuals living with chronic wounds, CūtisCare is spotlighting the crucial role that Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) plays in saving limbs and lives for those affected by diabetes.
  • CutisCare is raising awareness about the benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in diabetic wound management.
  • "Our partnership with hospitals and healthcare providers enables us to offer advanced wound care and HBOT services that have the potential to save limbs and, ultimately, lives.
  • Together, we can raise awareness about the importance of wound care and the lifesaving potential of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.

Dermatologic Surgeons Recognized for Annual Awards at the 2023 ASDS Annual Meeting

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Schaumburg, IL, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Elite dermatologists were recognized during the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois, for a variety of annual service awards, competitions and program recognitions.

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  • Schaumburg, IL, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Elite dermatologists were recognized during the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois, for a variety of annual service awards, competitions and program recognitions.
  • The Society’s annual awards acknowledge their outstanding work and commitment to the dermatologic surgery specialty.
  • Dr. Butterwick was recognized at the 16th Annual ASDS Gala on Saturday, Nov. 4.
  • The 2023 grant recipients are:
    The ASDS Journal Awards Work Group reviews program applications to identify those that exceptionally evaluate existing works.

Inari Medical Expands Its Patient-Focused Mission with Agreement to Acquire LimFlow

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inari Medical, Inc. (NASDAQ: NARI) (“Inari”), a medical device company with a mission to treat and transform the lives of patients suffering from venous and other diseases, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire LimFlow, S.A., a privately held pioneer in limb salvage for patients with chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI). Under the terms of the agreement, Inari will pay $250 million in cash at closing and LimFlow will be eligible to receive additional cash payments based on certain commercial and reimbursement milestones. The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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  • Under the terms of the agreement, Inari will pay $250 million in cash at closing and LimFlow will be eligible to receive additional cash payments based on certain commercial and reimbursement milestones.
  • LimFlow has already trained and deployed an initial team of sales representatives in targeted U.S. markets who are executing the launch of the LimFlow therapy.
  • Inari anticipates continuing to expand this team as a focused, dedicated sales force separate from Inari’s existing VTE sales organization.
  • Inari plans to leverage these same capabilities to successfully commercialize the LimFlow System in the United States.