Eastern Michigan University College of Health and Human Services

Eastern Michigan University professor Tsu-Yin Wu awarded Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services grant to improve health insurance disparities among racial and minority groups

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

YPSILANTI, Mich., Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eastern Michigan University professor Tsu-Yin Wu has received a federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Navigator cooperative agreement award of nearly $800,000. The funding will help Wu lead a broad effort to assist the uninsured and other underserved communities in Calhoun, Kent, Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties in Michigan.

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  • YPSILANTI, Mich., Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eastern Michigan University professor Tsu-Yin Wu has received a federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Navigator cooperative agreement award of nearly $800,000.
  • Wu, professor of nursing at Eastern's College of Health and Human Services, will serve as a CMS navigator on a cooperative agreement with the Federally-facilitated Marketplace (FFM).
  • Wu will also participate in connecting communities that historically have experienced lower access to health coverage and more significant disparities in health outcomes to health coverage.
  • The award totals $794,730 annually for three years and is the only grant of its kind to a university in Michigan this year.

Trident University International Names Dr. Patricia Rhynders Dean of College of Health and Human Services

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Friday, October 21, 2022

CHANDLER, Ariz., Oct. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Patricia Rhynders has been named Dean of Trident University International's (Trident) College of Health and Human Services (CHHS).

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  • Dr. Rhynders has been named Dean of Trident's College of Health and Human Services.
  • As Dean, Dr. Rhynders will be responsible for strengthening the University's commitment to academic excellence and positive student experiences in CHHS programs.
  • These initiatives include expansion and continued quality and rigor of the college's programs in public health, health administration, and homeland security.
  • Since joining Trident in 2004, Dr. Rhynders has held multiple roles, including Associate Dean, Program Director, Faculty Lead, and Associate Professor.

ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS PROVIDES GUIDANCE TO CONSUMERS DURING NATIONAL INFANT FORMULA SHORTAGE

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

Federal agencies have been working together to import infant formulas that are not currently being produced for the U.S. market as a temporary measure to help alleviate the formula shortage.

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  • Federal agencies have been working together to import infant formulas that are not currently being produced for the U.S. market as a temporary measure to help alleviate the formula shortage.
  • As of July 10, the federal government has transported more than 44 million 8-ounce bottle equivalents of infant formula to the U.S.
  • Follow the manufacturer's label when preparing infant formula and do not add more water to "stretch" the amount of formula per serving.
  • Representing more than 112,000 credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.

Troy University Disrupting Higher Ed Pricing, Freezes Tuition Rates

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Monday, June 13, 2022

TROY, Ala., June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For four straight years, Troy University has kept prices level for students, reflecting the University's commitment to providing an affordable, high-quality education. TROY's position of maintaining low prices bucks the industry trend of raising the price tag in response to inflation. "At TROY, the most important thing we do is take care of students," said Dr. Jack Hawkins, Jr., Chancellor. "In a time of economic inflation, when the prices of so many consumer goods are rising, we feel it is our responsibility to keep our tuition as low as possible for our students."

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  • University leaders have once again frozen tuition rates and eliminated a host of enrollment fees.
  • TROY, Ala., June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For four straight years, Troy University has kept prices level for students, reflecting the University's commitment to providing an affordable, high-quality education.
  • Troy University froze tuition rates in Fall 2019 and Fall 2020.
  • Unlike some institutions, Troy University cannot freeze tuition rates while simultaneously increasing an array of enrollment fees."

Trident University International Faculty Member Publishes Brief on Telehealth Use Disparities

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022

This publicly disseminated brief outlines key trends in telehealth use during a timeframe that was overshadowed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • This publicly disseminated brief outlines key trends in telehealth use during a timeframe that was overshadowed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • "The survey indicated that approximately one in four respondents used telehealth services in the previous four weeks," explains Dr. Karimi.
  • In addition to his Ph.D., Dr. Karimi holds degrees from Southern Illinois University and the George Washington University.
  • Founded in 1998, Trident University International is a member of the American InterContinental University System, which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).

The Switzerland Eye Research Institute Published a Breakthrough Case Report Using Light Exposure and Nutraceuticals for Treating Retinal Degeneration

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Wednesday, February 16, 2022

Dr Roberto Pinelli, CEO of the Switzerland Eye Research Institute, announced today the publication of a breakthrough paper in Archives Italiennes de Biologie, one of the oldest journal neurosciences in the world.

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  • Dr Roberto Pinelli, CEO of the Switzerland Eye Research Institute, announced today the publication of a breakthrough paper in Archives Italiennes de Biologie, one of the oldest journal neurosciences in the world.
  • http://www.architalbiol.org/index.php/aib/article/view/159134
    The neurobiology of nutraceuticals combined with light exposure has solved a case of age related macular degeneration, AMD; the drusen disappeared in six months after this treatment called Lugano Protocol- Dr Pinelli said - thanks also to the collaboration with other Institutions.
  • The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, and the College of Health and Human Services, San Diego State University, USA are represented by Dr. Violet Vakunseh Bumah.
  • The Department of Translational Research and New Technologies in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pisa and IRCCS Neuromed Pozzili, Italy, were represented by Prof. Francesco Fornai.

New San Diego ‘Wellness Club’ for Seniors Focused on Peer Learning Launches in Collaboration between SDSU Center for Excellence in Aging & Longevity and Wellcare By Health Net

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Friday, January 14, 2022

They can help their peers in wellness and work to optimize aging and longevity together, said Karen Johnson, Wellcares Medicare lead in California.

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  • They can help their peers in wellness and work to optimize aging and longevity together, said Karen Johnson, Wellcares Medicare lead in California.
  • SDSUs Center for Excellence in Aging & Longevity launched in 2021 to address emerging opportunities and challenges for Californias aging population surge.
  • At Health Net, we believe every person deserves a safety net for their health, regardless of age, income, employment status, or current state of health.
  • We offer these health plans and services through Health Net, LLC and its subsidiaries: Health Net of California, Inc., Health Net Life Insurance Company, and Health Net Community Solutions, Inc.

Trident University International DBA Student Presents Research on Marketing and Consumer Behavior

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

CHANDLER, Ariz., Dec. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --James Shiver, a current student in Trident University International's (Trident) Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program, presented research from his Doctoral Study Project (DSP), "Examination of Digital Marketing and Consumer Behavior Related to Independent Insurance and Financial Services Professionals."

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  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Dec. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --James Shiver, a current student in Trident University International's (Trident) Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) program, presented research from his Doctoral Study Project (DSP), "Examination of Digital Marketing and Consumer Behavior Related to Independent Insurance and Financial Services Professionals."
  • Shiver is a 20-year military veteran, where he held various leadership roles as a senior personnel and program manager.
  • Upon the completion of his DBA, he will become a Trident Triple, which is a small group of alumni who have earned three or more degrees from Trident.
  • Founded in 1998, Trident University International is a member of the American InterContinental University System, which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).

Trident University International Welcomes New Homeland Security Faculty Member

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Monday, November 29, 2021

In this role he will teach and develop courses in homeland security, emergency and disaster management, and criminal justice.

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  • In this role he will teach and develop courses in homeland security, emergency and disaster management, and criminal justice.
  • Dr. Ammerman joined Trident in 2013 as an adjunct instructor in the Homeland Security Department.
  • Dr. Ammerman holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration, with specializations in homeland security policy and leadership, from Northcentral University in Arizona.
  • Founded in 1998, Trident University International is a member of the American InterContinental University System, which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).

Trident University International DBA Graduate Presents Research on Workplace Retention in the Military

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Wednesday, November 3, 2021

"The results of my research suggest that there are multiple variables that had a direct or inverse relationship with retention," explains Dr. McGuire.

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  • "The results of my research suggest that there are multiple variables that had a direct or inverse relationship with retention," explains Dr. McGuire.
  • With his DBA now completed, Dr. McGuire is already considering the next steps for his research.
  • Founded in 1998, Trident University International is a member of the American InterContinental University System, which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).
  • Trident has over 32,000 alumni, of which more than 27,000 have a military affiliation, and has received acknowledgements from Washington Monthly, Military Times, and Military Advanced Education & Transition for their dedication to student success.