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SSA’s New Guide: A Positive Step For Long COVID Sufferers, Allsup Ready To Assist With SSDI Claims

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Monday, July 31, 2023
Social Security Disability Insurance, Disability, COVID-19, Social Security Administration, SSDI, Prognosis, COVID, PCC, Social Security, Diagnosis, Social, SSA, Death, Vaccine, Pharmaceutical industry, Health insurance, Allsup

Titled, “Long COVID: A Guide for Health Professionals on Providing Medical Evidence for Social Security Disability Claims,” the SSA document addresses concerns for those affected by long COVID or Post-COVID Conditions (PCC).

Key Points: 
  • Titled, “Long COVID: A Guide for Health Professionals on Providing Medical Evidence for Social Security Disability Claims,” the SSA document addresses concerns for those affected by long COVID or Post-COVID Conditions (PCC).
  • “The SSA’s recognition of long COVID as a potentially disabling condition is a positive development,” Geist said.
  • Allsup, a leading nationwide provider of SSDI representation, return to work, veterans disability appeals and healthcare insurance services, is ready to assist individuals in navigating the complexities of applying for disability benefits with long COVID.
  • If you or a loved one is suffering from long COVID and need assistance with an SSDI claim or disability appeal, visit FileSSDI.Allsup.com or call 1-800-678-3276.

Minerals Technologies Reports Second Quarter 2023 Earnings Per Share of $0.82, or $1.31 Excluding Special Items

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
Workforce, Talc, Household, Calcium carbonate, Sale, PCC, Personal care, Micro Engineering Solutions, MTI, Consumer, Biophysical environment, MTX, NYSE, Maple syrup, Retail

NEW YORK, July 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Minerals Technologies Inc. (NYSE: MTX) (“MTI” or “the Company”) today reported diluted earnings per share of $1.31 excluding special items for the second quarter ended July 3, 2023. Reported earnings per share were $0.82.

Key Points: 
  • Operating Margin of 9%, or 12.8% Excluding Special Items, Up 120 bps Sequentially
    NEW YORK, July 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Minerals Technologies Inc. (NYSE: MTX) (“MTI” or “the Company”) today reported diluted earnings per share of $1.31 excluding special items for the second quarter ended July 3, 2023.
  • Segment operating income was $34 million, excluding special items, up 5 percent sequentially and 1 percent over the prior year.
  • Segment operating income was $38 million excluding special items, 9 percent higher sequentially, but 8 percent lower than the prior year.
  • Minerals Technologies will host a conference call tomorrow, July 28, 2023, at 11 a.m. Eastern Time.

Octapharma's Prothrombin Complex Concentrate, Balfaxar®, Receives FDA Approval For Warfarin Reversal in Urgent Surgery & Invasive Procedures

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Embolism, Factor IX, Bleeding, Health, Prothrombin time, Factor X, Stroke, Food and Drug Administration, Clinical trial, Thrombophilia, VKA, Octapharma, PCC, INR, Coagulation, Warfarin, Hemostasis, Patient, Protein C, Risk, Physician, Coagulation factor VII, Vitamin K, Trial of the century, Phase, FDA, Thrombin, Food, Safety, Pharmaceutical industry, Medical imaging

Balfaxar® helps restore blood coagulation by replenishing the levels of clotting factors that are deficient due to warfarin therapy.

Key Points: 
  • Balfaxar® helps restore blood coagulation by replenishing the levels of clotting factors that are deficient due to warfarin therapy.
  • The Phase III, randomized, double-blind, multicenter study was performed at 24 sites in the U.S. and Europe and randomized 208 patients to Balfaxar® (N=105) or control 4F-PCC (N=103).
  • We are confident Balfaxar® will be a welcomed treatment for physicians who need to quickly restore patients' coagulation."
  • Balfaxar®, a lyophilized powder for reconstitution, will be provided with sterile water for injection and the new transfer device, nextaro ®.

Minerals Technologies signs NewYield® technology upgrade agreement in Brazil

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
PCC, Mineral, Plant, Opacity, MTI, Paper, MTX, NYSE, Calcium carbonate, Recycling

NEW YORK, July 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Minerals Technologies Inc. (NYSE: MTX) (“MTI” or “the Company”) today announced that it has entered into an agreement with a leading global paper company to upgrade one of the Company’s existing precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC) plants in the Brazil by integrating MTI’s NewYield® LO PCC technology.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, July 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Minerals Technologies Inc. (NYSE: MTX) (“MTI” or “the Company”) today announced that it has entered into an agreement with a leading global paper company to upgrade one of the Company’s existing precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC) plants in the Brazil by integrating MTI’s NewYield® LO PCC technology.
  • MTI’s proprietary NewYield® technology converts a waste stream from a paper mill’s pulping operation into a functional filler pigment.
  • NewYield® technology eliminates the cost of disposal of this waste stream while simultaneously reducing the raw material consumption for the production of PCC.
  • “The use of our NewYield® technology showcases MTI’s advanced paper and packaging technology portfolio which enables our leadership position in this market.”
    In 1986, Minerals Technologies originated the satellite concept for making and delivering PCC on-site at paper mills.

International Coaching Federation Announces Inaugural Coaching Impact Award Winners

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
ACC, Converge, University, ICF, International Coaching Federation, AstraZeneca, OQ, Courtney, MD Anderson Cancer Center, MCC, AFC Professional Coaching Diploma, Education, Tutoring, Auction, PCC, Organization

LEXINGTON, Ky., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Coaching Federation (ICF) today announced the winners of its brand-new annual ICF Coaching Impact Awards, recognizing excellence in the field of professional coaching. The awards are divided into three categories: Professional Coaches, Coaching Education, and Organizations. Within these categories, winners are selected to align with various levels of experience and tenure within the industry, setting the gold standard for the coaching profession.

Key Points: 
  • LEXINGTON, Ky., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Coaching Federation (ICF) today announced the winners of its brand-new annual ICF Coaching Impact Awards, recognizing excellence in the field of professional coaching.
  • "The 2023 ICF Coaching Impact Award winners recognize and elevate ICF's confidence in coaching's capacity to achieve social good.
  • The 2023 ICF Coaching Impact Awards – Coaching Education winners include:
    Corporate Coach Academy – Malaysia (nominated by Dr. Michael Heah)
    Finalists: Gillian McMichael, MCC (UK) and Rachel Petero, PCC (New Zealand)
    Finalists: Timea Piroska, PCC (Hungary) and Guy Woods, PCC (Ireland)
    Learn more about the 2023 ICF Coaching Impact Award winners.
  • The ICF Coaching Impact Award winners will be publicly recognized during a ceremony at ICF Converge 2023 , taking place August 23-26 in Orlando, Florida, USA.

PCC Drastically Increases Online Exposure and Patient Load for Podiatry Teaching Clinic at Kent State University

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Education, Chase Bank, Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine, Internet, Kent State University, PCC, Customer insight, Podiatry, Student, Trust, DPM, Patient, Social media, Nursing

METUCHEN, N.J., July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Podiatry Content Connection (PCC) is happy to announce that Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM) has chosen PCC to do all the online marketing for their teaching clinic.

Key Points: 
  • METUCHEN, N.J., July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Podiatry Content Connection (PCC) is happy to announce that Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM) has chosen PCC to do all the online marketing for their teaching clinic.
  • This decision was made based upon strong recommendations from alumni, and the longstanding relationship between Kent State and PCC.
  • PCC's expertise in online marketing, especially in the podiatry field, makes the company the obvious choice for this endeavor.
  • "Being entrusted with the teaching clinic is a testament to the trust and confidence they have in our services," said PCC CEO Jeffrey Hartman.

MEDIA ALERT: Library of Congress Veterans History Project Available for Interviews Surrounding 70th Anniversary of the End of the Korean War

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Friday, June 30, 2023
United States Navy, Anecdote, Division of Program Coordination, Planning, and Strategic Initiatives, Interview, Army, Anglo-French Wars, Veterans History Project, Communication, Library of Congress, Thomas Jefferson Building, PCC, Congress, Jefferson Building, Library, Bronze Star Medal, African National Congress Veterans' League, VHP, Book, Korean War, D.C

WASHINGTON, June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- July 27, 2023, marks the 70th anniversary of the end of the Korean War. Nearly 6 million U.S. servicemembers served in the three-year war, and it is estimated that more than 1 million are still with us.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- July 27, 2023, marks the 70th anniversary of the end of the Korean War.
  • Although often called "The Forgotten War," the Library of Congress Veterans History Project (VHP) will never forget those who served.
  • VHP actively seeks Korean War veterans' oral history interviews, original photographs, letters and other correspondence to be archived and made accessible for future generations.
  • The Library of Congress Veterans History Project is available for interviews on Tuesday, July 11, and Wednesday, July 12, 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

EZRA Establishes EZRA Academy to Shape the Future of Professional Coaching Education and Development

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
ACC, Senior, Education, ICF, Michael Ezra, Curriculum, International Coaching Federation, ICF coach, Doctor of Philosophy, PCC, Organization, Behavior, Tutoring

NEW YORK, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - EZRA , a leading virtual coaching provider, has launched EZRA Academy, an educational powerhouse providing world-class excellence in coaching education and development.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - EZRA , a leading virtual coaching provider, has launched EZRA Academy, an educational powerhouse providing world-class excellence in coaching education and development.
  • EZRA Academy offers a holistic and comprehensive Coach Certification Program that provides aspiring professional coaches a solid foundation to practice internally within their organization or for personal development.
  • A curriculum created to equip people with the competencies to become a fully certified ICF Coach.
  • For more information on EZRA Academy and the Coach Certification Program, see here .

Lenovo Announces FY 2022/23 ESG Report: 3X Generation of Solar Energy and 16M+ lives benefitted through philanthropy

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
Sustainability, Environment, Hardware, Consumer Electronics, Technology, Philanthropy, Fund Raising, Foundation, Carbon, Digital divide, Workforce, Science, CES, Love, Science Based Targets initiative, FY, Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Education, ADR, Electronics, Parent, Workplace, HKSE, Woman, Certified Public Accountant, AC, MSCI, Targets, PCC, Climate change, Bloomberg, Investment, Map, Human rights, Solar energy, CDP, Biophysical environment, STEM, Ethics, ESG, Social, Transport, ThinkPad X1 series, 2022–23 snooker season, Fiscal, Renewable energy, Lenovo

Lenovo is building on its tradition of holistic innovations that increase the sustainability of its products and services.

Key Points: 
  • Lenovo is building on its tradition of holistic innovations that increase the sustainability of its products and services.
  • Lenovo reported nearly 300 products (298) that included the recycled plastic content from end-of-life IT and electronics.
  • This is Lenovo’s 17th annual ESG Report, covering the Fiscal Year 2022/23 (April 1, 2022 through March 31, 2023).
  • To find out more about Lenovo's ESG global and local impacts, explore the interactive map here
    1 As determined by internal competitive benchmarking within the technology industry.

Rosemary Anderson Prep will launch in Fall of 2023

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Friday, June 23, 2023
Education, Foundation, Philanthropy, Primary, Secondary, History of the Dallas Mavericks, Rosemary Anderson High School, Communication, Georgia Tech, University of Detroit Mercy, Providence Health & Services, RA, University, Student, International Baccalaureate, Oregon State University, Curriculum, RAHS, Community college, AP, Mentorship, Equity, CEO Exchange, PCC, Dallas Mavericks, Athlete, 1996–97 Portland Trail Blazers season, POIC, Advanced Placement, Secondary school, Inclusion, Principal, Sports medicine, Tutoring, Nursing, Management, Sports equipment

Rosemary Anderson High School (RAHS) announced that it is enrolling students in its Rosemary Anderson Prep program for the upcoming school year in August 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Rosemary Anderson High School (RAHS) announced that it is enrolling students in its Rosemary Anderson Prep program for the upcoming school year in August 2023.
  • Rosemary Anderson Prep is accredited, tuition-free, and offers an alternative to both conventional high schools and conventional prep schools.
  • “Rosemary Anderson Prep is excited to serve kids who are ready to be challenged.
  • “Rosemary Anderson Prep program expands our school community and creates even more paths to success for our students.