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SCYNEXIS Issues a Voluntary Nationwide Recall of BREXAFEMME® (ibrexafungerp tablets) due to potential for cross contamination with a non-antibacterial ß-lactam drug substance

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

During a review of manufacturing equipment and cleaning activities at a supplier, SCYNEXIS was made aware of potential cross-contamination risk with a non-antibacterial beta-lactam drug substance.

Key Points: 
  • During a review of manufacturing equipment and cleaning activities at a supplier, SCYNEXIS was made aware of potential cross-contamination risk with a non-antibacterial beta-lactam drug substance.
  • This press release provides additional details on the voluntary product recall recently disclosed by SCYNEXIS.
  • Risk Statement: The potential cross contamination with a non-antibacterial beta-lactam drug substance could lead to hypersensitivity reactions such as swelling, rash, urticaria and anaphylaxis, a potentially life-threatening adverse reaction.
  • To date, SCYNEXIS has not received any reports of adverse events established to be due to the possible beta-lactam cross contamination.

Sedgwick introduces climate resiliency solutions to help organizations mitigate changing risks and environmental impact

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick , a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, today launched an industry-leading climate risk and resiliency program designed to holistically address the impact of climate-related losses.

Key Points: 
  • MEMPHIS, Tenn., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick , a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, today launched an industry-leading climate risk and resiliency program designed to holistically address the impact of climate-related losses.
  • "Industries and organizations worldwide are facing increasing challenges associated with climate-related risks and losses," said Tom Simoncic, president, property and international, Sedgwick.
  • "Our new climate resiliency solutions will help clients prepare for weather-related risks, protect their investments, resolve property losses, and recover from damage.
  • For more on Sedgwick's climate resiliency solutions visit our online toolkit or to learn more about all of our of property solutions, visit sedgwick.com/solutions/property .

Sedgwick named to Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents & Families 2023

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick , a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, has been recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents & Families 2023 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.

Key Points: 
  • MEMPHIS, Tenn., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick , a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, has been recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents & Families 2023 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
  • The award recognizes top workplaces in the United States and is based on a large-scale employer study that includes over 224,000 company reviews.
  • "At Sedgwick, we support a vision of work-life balance for parents and families through flexible work options, inclusive people practices and more," said Michelle Hay Sedgwick's global chief people officer.
  • Newsweek and market-data research firm Plant-A Insights are proud to introduce America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents & Families 2023, highlighting companies that are lauded by their employees as great places to work," Nancy Cooper – Global Editor in Chief – Newsweek.

European product recalls hit record high in second quarter of 2023

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

LONDON, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- European product recalls continued to increase across five key industries in the second quarter of 2023, rising 7.8% from the previous quarter. This marks the fourth consecutive quarterly increase and the highest level of recall activity recorded in a single quarter for more than 10 years according Sedgwick's latest edition of the 2023 European product recall index.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- European product recalls continued to increase across five key industries in the second quarter of 2023, rising 7.8% from the previous quarter.
  • This marks the fourth consecutive quarterly increase and the highest level of recall activity recorded in a single quarter for more than 10 years according Sedgwick's latest edition of the 2023 European product recall index .
  • Sedgwick's quarterly report analyses recall data from the European automotive, consumer product, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and medical device sectors.
  • "We're also seeing more product recalls each quarter, which further complicates the risk landscape for businesses.

Sedgwick introduces new technology to quickly resolve residential property claims, improve customer experience

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

MEMPHIS, Tenn., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick, a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, announced the broad rollout of its new residential property claims technology model.

Key Points: 
  • MEMPHIS, Tenn., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick, a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, announced the broad rollout of its new residential property claims technology model.
  • Designed to fast track low-complexity residential property claims and improve the customer experience, Sedgwick's latest technology keeps claims moving and helps take care of policyholders.
  • Policyholders will benefit from a simple web-based intake and the peace of mind that comes with secure, reliable and intuitive technology.
  • "By combining simple intake with prompt settlement and the option to contact an adjuster for assistance, we can continue to resolve claims quickly and accurately."

Sedgwick launches Sedgwick Government Solutions serving the U.S. federal sector

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Thursday, July 13, 2023

BETHESDA, Md., July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick, a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, has introduced Sedgwick Government Solutions, a new Sedgwick business to further expand our footprint in the federal market. Sedgwick already has a great reputation in the public entity sector thanks to our more than 50 years of experience with state and local governments and our 2021 acquisition of Managed Care Advisors (MCA), a federal government contracting firm.

Key Points: 
  • BETHESDA, Md., July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick , a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, has introduced Sedgwick Government Solutions, a new Sedgwick business to further expand our footprint in the federal market.
  • "The introduction of Sedgwick Government Solutions expands our reach by offering extensive resources to federal clients."
  • Building on the company's deep understanding of the nuances associated with federal agencies, Sedgwick Government Solutions is focused on developing and implementing highly specialized health programs, products and services tailored to the government sector.
  • "We are pleased to expand the work we do in the federal space under Sedgwick Government Solutions, and we will continue to excel at what we built under the Managed Care Advisors brand to support our clients," said Lisa Firestone, president and CEO of Managed Care Advisors and president of Sedgwick Government Solutions.

Guiding Principles Reinforced: Commission for Case Manager Certification Introduces New Board Leadership and Raises the Bar in Ethical Case Management

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023

MOUNT LAUREL, N.J., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Commission for Case Manager Certification®, which oversees certification for over 50,000 case management and disability management professionals nationwide, announced its new 2023-2024 board officers today. As the nation's oldest and largest case manager certification body, the Commission supports case managers and disability management specialists. This year's Commission leadership is committed to promoting, advancing, and advocating for consumer protection and excellence through certification and related programs and services that support professional development.

Key Points: 
  • MOUNT LAUREL, N.J., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Commission for Case Manager Certification®, which oversees certification for over 50,000 case management and disability management professionals nationwide, announced its new 2023-2024 board officers today.
  • As the nation's oldest and largest case manager certification body, the Commission supports case managers and disability management specialists.
  • This year's Commission leadership is committed to promoting, advancing, and advocating for consumer protection and excellence through certification and related programs and services that support professional development.
  • The Commission recently updated the Codes for both board-certified case managers (CCM) and board-certified disability management specialists (CDMS).

Sedgwick named to Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces 2023

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

MEMPHIS, Tenn., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick , a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, has been recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces 2023 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.

Key Points: 
  • MEMPHIS, Tenn., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick , a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, has been recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces 2023 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
  • The award recognizes workplaces for the America's Greatest Workplaces in the United States, by conducting a large-scale employer study based on over 389,000 company reviews.
  • Sedgwick has a long history of commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion for our clients and one another."
  • Newsweek and market-data research firm Plant-A Insights are proud to introduce "America's Greatest Workplaces 2023," highlighting companies that are committed to offering a positive working environment," said Nancy Cooper, Newsweek's global editor-in-chief.

Disability Management Employer Coalition Names Incoming Chief Executive Officer

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

SAN DIEGO, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Disability Management Employer Coalition (DMEC), which serves more than 18,000 absence and disability management professionals in the U.S. and Canada, has named Bryon Bass, CLMS, incoming chief executive officer (CEO) for the Association. An experienced industry leader and a DMEC member since 1996, Bass has served on the DMEC Executive Advisory Board and the DMEC Employer Advisory Council, won the DMEC Partnership Award in 2009, and starts his role as incoming CEO on June 1, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • An experienced and innovative industry executive, Bass will lead the growing association as it increases its role in employee leave, mental and behavioral health and other absence and disability management issues.
  • SAN DIEGO, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Disability Management Employer Coalition (DMEC), which serves more than 18,000 absence and disability management professionals in the U.S. and Canada, has named Bryon Bass, CLMS, incoming chief executive officer (CEO) for the Association.
  • The Board is confident in Bryon's ability to extend DMEC's influence and build on its 31-year history in the integrated absence and disability management field."
  • Prior to joining Sedgwick, he served as director of integrated disability management at Pacific Gas and Electric.

Sedgwick named to Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity 2023

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

MEMPHIS, Tenn., April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick , a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, has been recognized as one of Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity 2023 and can be viewed on the Forbes website .

Key Points: 
  • MEMPHIS, Tenn., April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sedgwick , a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions, has been recognized as one of Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity 2023 and can be viewed on the Forbes website .
  • The Best Employers for Diversity were selected by Forbes and Statista Inc. for their performance across a range of diversity-based best practices in a survey of more than 45,000 employees nationwide.
  • Sedgwick has a long-standing commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).
  • For more information on Sedgwick's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, see sedgwick.com/about-us .