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EC Healthcare Collaborates with New Horizon Health to form Strategic Partnership To Jointly Launch CerviClear in Hong Kong

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Friday, March 24, 2023

HONG KONG, Mar 24, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - EC Healthcare (2138.HK) and New Horizon Health (6606.HK) host ceremony today to form an exclusive strategic partnership.

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  • HONG KONG, Mar 24, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - EC Healthcare (2138.HK) and New Horizon Health (6606.HK) host ceremony today to form an exclusive strategic partnership.
  • Under the Partnership, EC Healthcare is the exclusive partner of New Horizon Health.
  • Eric CHU Chief Business Officer, EC Healthcare, Dr. Julie CHOW Chief Proposition Officer (Healthcare), EC Healthcare
    Cervical cancer is a common malignant tumor for women.
  • EC Healthcare is the leading healthcare services provider in both Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area.

6 Steps to Get Better Sleep and Improve Heart Health

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

"We know that people who get adequate sleep manage other health factors better as well, such as weight, blood sugar and blood pressure," Lloyd-Jones said.

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  • "We know that people who get adequate sleep manage other health factors better as well, such as weight, blood sugar and blood pressure," Lloyd-Jones said.
  • "The American Heart Association added sleep to the list of factors that support optimal cardiovascular health.
  • Education about healthy heart habits from the American Heart Association is nationally supported by Elevance Health Foundation.
  • Some practices to improve sleep health and impact heart health include:
    Keeping a sleep diary to help track your sleep patterns and habits can make it easier to identify factors that may be helping – or hurting – your sleep quality.

AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PREVENTIVE MEDICINE PRESENTS SCIENTIFIC EXCELLENCE AWARDS AND ACPM AWARD WINNERS

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

NEW ORLEANS, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the final day of Preventive Medicine 2023 (PM2023), the American College of Preventive Medicine's (ACPM) annual conference, the College announced the winners of the ACPM Board of Regents Scientific Excellence Award for physician, member-led, evidence-based research to advance the field of preventive medicine. Additionally, the College honored ACPM award recipients for their service to the College and profession. ACPM President M. "Tonette" Krousel-Wood, MD, MSPH, FACPM, presented the awards during a ceremony at the annual conference, which assembled the brightest minds in public health and preventive medicine.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the final day of Preventive Medicine 2023 (PM2023), the American College of Preventive Medicine's (ACPM) annual conference, the College announced the winners of the ACPM Board of Regents Scientific Excellence Award for physician, member-led, evidence-based research to advance the field of preventive medicine.
  • Additionally, the College honored ACPM award recipients for their service to the College and profession.
  • The inaugural Scientific Excellence Award for accomplished preventive medicine physicians who exemplify scientific excellence in advancing the field of preventive medicine to improve health, was presented at the opening plenary session to Matthew Allision MD, MPH, RPVI and Timothy Holtz MD, MPH, FACPM.
  • The 2023 ACPM Scientific Excellence Poster Award winners are:
    A further five members and three organizations were honored for their role and efforts in advancing the field of preventive medicine and paving the way in health for current and aspiring preventive medicine physicians.

Felix&Fido Announces $4 Million Pre-Seed Funding Round to Fuel Launch of Premium Veterinary Services

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

ISSAQUAH, Wash., March 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Felix&Fido, a technology-enabled veterinary services company and spinout of Pioneer Square Labs (PSL) that is reimagining the future of pet care, today announced its entrance into the market with a $4 million pre-seed funding round. Led by PSL Ventures, the funding will be used to launch Felix&Fido's premium, membership-based pet care plans, and deliver personalized and convenient pet healthcare through in-clinic, at-home and telemedicine services.

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  • Led by PSL Ventures , the funding will be used to launch Felix&Fido's premium, membership-based pet care plans, and deliver personalized and convenient pet healthcare through in-clinic, at-home and telemedicine services.
  • The current service delivery model is outdated (i.e., lack of advanced technology, paper records), and traditional veterinary methods are headed to a breaking point.
  • This investment in pet care innovation from PSL Ventures is an essential step in implementing much needed change to the industry.
  • The company anticipates additional funding leading up to the opening of its first clinic later this year.

THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PREVENTIVE MEDICINE LAUNCHES 'THIS IS PREVENTIVE MEDICINE CAMPAIGN' TO AMPLIFY THE CRITICAL ROLE OF THE PROFESSION IN SOLVING CHALLENGES FACING HEALTHCARE TODAY

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Monday, March 20, 2023

NEW ORLEANS, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) kicked off This is Preventive Medicine, a new signature program designed to elevate the mission-critical work of preventive medicine physicians. Launched during ACPM's 2023 Preventive Medicine conference, the largest gathering of public health trained preventive medicine physicians in the U.S., the ongoing campaign will address the most critical and timely health issues and interventions needed today.

Key Points: 
  • NEW ORLEANS, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) kicked off This is Preventive Medicine, a new signature program designed to elevate the mission-critical work of preventive medicine physicians.
  • Launched during ACPM's 2023 Preventive Medicine conference, the largest gathering of public health trained preventive medicine physicians in the U.S., the ongoing campaign will address the most critical and timely health issues and interventions needed today.
  • The campaign will better position preventive medicine physicians to advocate for a seat at the table where key decisions, new policies, studies, and solutions for key health challenges are made.
  • To help ACPM members serve as program Ambassadors, This is Preventive Medicine includes an interactive resource center that houses audience-specific tools to help preventive medicine physicians communicate the value of their profession to key audiences.

Molina Healthcare Announces First Quarter 2023 Earnings Release and Conference Call Dates and Virtual Investor Day Meeting

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Thursday, March 16, 2023

Molina Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE: MOH) today announced details for the release of its results for the first quarter ending March 31, 2023.

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  • Molina Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE: MOH) today announced details for the release of its results for the first quarter ending March 31, 2023.
  • Molina Healthcare will issue its earnings release for the first quarter ending March 31, 2023, after the market closes on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, and will host a conference call and webcast to discuss the earnings release on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • The Company also announced it will host a Virtual Investor Day meeting on Monday, May 15, 2023, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • A 30-day online replay of the Investor Day meeting will be available approximately one hour following the conclusion of the live webcast.

Forecasting Healthy Futures Hosts Inaugural Summit on Climate & Health

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Thursday, March 16, 2023

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, March 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, March 16, 2023 – Forecasting Healthy Futures, convened by Malaria No More and in partnership with Reaching the Last Mile, this week hosted the inaugural Forecasting Healthy Futures Global Summit in Abu Dhabi.

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  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, March 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, March 16, 2023 – Forecasting Healthy Futures, convened by Malaria No More and in partnership with Reaching the Last Mile, this week hosted the inaugural Forecasting Healthy Futures Global Summit in Abu Dhabi.
  • “Forecasting Healthy Futures is demonstrating that scalable, investible solutions exist to protect the health of the most vulnerable people and communities in the context of climate change.”
    “We know that climate change will increasingly damage people’s health and will hit the poorest the hardest.
  • “As countries grapple with limited health budgets, it’s critical that climate adaptations include investing in building climate resilient health systems.”
    “In order to fully address the tremendous health challenges caused by climate change, we must stimulate innovation to test and scale new solutions.
  • “Through the use of AI, innovation and technology are significantly bolstering efforts across climate research to detect, adapt and respond to climate change across many sectors.”
    For more information on Forecasting Healthy Futures, visit www.ForecastingHealthyFutures.org or explore full session videos here or photos from the Summit here .

Molina Healthcare Appoints Terrisca Des Jardins Plan President for its Michigan Plan

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

“Terrisca’s commitment to improving community health and bringing all stakeholders to the table to find solutions makes her the right fit for this role,” said Dave Reynolds, executive vice president of regional health plans for Molina Healthcare.

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  • “Terrisca’s commitment to improving community health and bringing all stakeholders to the table to find solutions makes her the right fit for this role,” said Dave Reynolds, executive vice president of regional health plans for Molina Healthcare.
  • “We look forward to Terrisca building upon Molina’s 25-plus years of service to Michigan’s Medicaid recipients.”
    Des Jardins comes to Molina from the Center for Health and Research Transformation where she served as executive director.
  • She previously served as chief operating officer for the Physician Organization of Michigan Accountable Care Organization.
  • She holds a Master of Health Services Administration degree from the University of Michigan.

5 Sleep Habits Essential for Heart Health

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Friday, March 10, 2023

Unfortunately, we know as many as 1 in 3 people do not get their recommended amount of sleep each night."

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  • Unfortunately, we know as many as 1 in 3 people do not get their recommended amount of sleep each night."
  • According to Lloyd-Jones, the amount of sleep and quality of sleep are important, and both can have significant impacts on cardiovascular health, as well as overall health.
  • Research in the " Journal of the American Heart Association " shows maintaining a consistent sleep pattern may play an important role in preventing cardiovascular disease.
  • "The American Heart Association recently added sleep to the list of factors that support optimal cardiovascular health.

Molina Healthcare of Indiana Recommended for MLTSS Award

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Monday, March 6, 2023

Molina Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE: MOH) (“Molina”) today announced that the Indiana Department of Administration has recommended that contract negotiations begin with Molina’s Indiana health plan, Molina Healthcare of Indiana, Inc.

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  • Molina Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE: MOH) (“Molina”) today announced that the Indiana Department of Administration has recommended that contract negotiations begin with Molina’s Indiana health plan, Molina Healthcare of Indiana, Inc.
  • Under the proposed contract with the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA), Molina Healthcare of Indiana is expected to provide risk-based managed care long term services and supports as part of the Indiana Pathways for Aging LTSS program pursuant to the request for proposal issued by FSSA on February 17, 2022.
  • The new contract for Molina’s Indiana health plan is expected to have a four-year term, with the potential for two one-year renewals.
  • Molina’s Indiana health plan will be one of four managed care organizations offering health care coverage to approximately 100,000 total Medicaid LTSS beneficiaries across the state.