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JDRF Announces the Appointment of David M. Harlan, MD, as Director of the JDRF Center of Excellence in New England

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

To accomplish this, JDRF has invested more than $2.5 billion in research funding since our inception.

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  • To accomplish this, JDRF has invested more than $2.5 billion in research funding since our inception.
  • We collaborate with academic institutions, policymakers, and corporate and industry partners to develop and deliver a pipeline of innovative therapies to people living with T1D.
  • For more information, please visit jdrf.org or follow us on Twitter (@JDRF), Facebook (@myjdrf), and Instagram (@jdrfhq).
  • UMass Chan Medical School , one of five campuses of the University of Massachusetts system, comprises the T.H.

Joslin Diabetes Center Collaborates with Cecelia Health to Improve Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) Adoption Among Older Adults with Diabetes

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Tuesday, April 26, 2022

NEW YORK, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Cecelia Health and Joslin Diabetes Center today announced a collaborative program to address and overcome barriers to the initiation and use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) in older adults with diabetes on complex insulin regimens. The study, building on Joslin Diabetes Center's previous work with this patient population, is funded by a grant from The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust.

Key Points: 
  • One of the tools shown to improve glycemic control and reduce risk of hypoglycemia when used appropriately is real-time CGM.
  • This project is a collaboration between the Joslin Diabetes Center teams in Boston, Massachusetts and Syracuse, New York, and Cecelia Health's national remote care team.
  • "This is a tremendous opportunity to partner with Joslin Diabetes Center to support this vulnerable population of older adults on complex diabetes regimens and (potentially) establish a new standard in remote diabetes care.
  • The Joslin Diabetes Center affiliate at SUNY Upstate Medical University, located in Syracuse NY, provides Central NYS communities excellence in patient care, education and research in diabetes.

Cracking the code for a new system of cell-to-cell signaling

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021

We have long known about two routes for cell-to-cell communication: the nervous system and the secretion of hormones.

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  • We have long known about two routes for cell-to-cell communication: the nervous system and the secretion of hormones.
  • These are very short RNAs that can regulate the ability of other longer RNAs that make different cellular proteins and control cell function.
  • "In some cases, microRNAs are 80 times more concentrated in the exosome than they are in the cell," said Kahn.
  • Samah Shah, Sandip Kumar Patel and Birgit Schilling of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging also contributed.

Ascensia Diabetes Care Honored At Joslin Diabetes Center High Hopes "Virtual" Gala

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Monday, November 15, 2021

PARSIPPANY,N.J., Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascensia Diabetes Care, a global diabetes care company, makers of CONTOUR blood glucose monitoring (BGM) system portfolio and distributors of the Eversense continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system, was named as an honoree at the Joslin Diabetes Center High Hopes Gala, to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Insulin, held on November 13th.

Key Points: 
  • PARSIPPANY,N.J., Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascensia Diabetes Care, a global diabetes care company, makers of CONTOUR blood glucose monitoring (BGM) system portfolio and distributors of the Eversense continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system, was named as an honoree at the Joslin Diabetes Center High Hopes Gala, to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Insulin, held on November 13th.
  • The event honored the top 100 people, groups, corporations and foundations that Joslin admire and appreciate for their impact on the diabetes community.
  • Throughout the organization's evolution over the last 80 years, Ascensia, as it is known today, has a history of innovation in diabetes care.
  • Mary Puncochar, US Region Head, commented: "It's a real honor to be recognized at Joslin Diabetes Center's High Hopes Gala and we would like to congratulate all the other honorees.

Ascensia Diabetes Care Honored At Joslin Diabetes Center High Hopes "Virtual" Gala

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Monday, November 15, 2021

PARSIPPANY,N.J., Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascensia Diabetes Care, a global diabetes care company, makers of CONTOUR blood glucose monitoring (BGM) system portfolio and distributors of the Eversense continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system, was named as an honoree at the Joslin Diabetes Center High Hopes Gala, to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Insulin, held on November 13th.

Key Points: 
  • PARSIPPANY,N.J., Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascensia Diabetes Care, a global diabetes care company, makers of CONTOUR blood glucose monitoring (BGM) system portfolio and distributors of the Eversense continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system, was named as an honoree at the Joslin Diabetes Center High Hopes Gala, to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Insulin, held on November 13th.
  • The event honored the top 100 people, groups, corporations and foundations that Joslin admire and appreciate for their impact on the diabetes community.
  • Throughout the organization's evolution over the last 80 years, Ascensia, as it is known today, has a history of innovation in diabetes care.
  • Mary Puncochar, US Region Head, commented: "It's a real honor to be recognized at Joslin Diabetes Center's High Hopes Gala and we would like to congratulate all the other honorees.

VIOLIFE® Plant Grants Awards $100K to Five Black-Owned Restaurants to Promote Plant-Based Eating in Their Local Communities

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Thursday, September 16, 2021

This year's program aims to address the disproportionate challenges faced by Black-owned restaurants and communities, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • This year's program aims to address the disproportionate challenges faced by Black-owned restaurants and communities, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The 2021 Plant Grants program is the first year of a planned annual initiative.
  • Inspiring more people to eat plant-based is at the heart of the Plant Grants program.
  • The 2021 Plant Grants recipients share a passion for plant-based eating and have already started making a positive impact in their communities though their food.

Pool Corporation Announces Officer Updates and Welcomes New Corporate Controller

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Monday, July 19, 2021

As Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Mrs. Hart will remain the Companys principal accounting officer and will also take on the role of Treasurer.

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  • As Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Mrs. Hart will remain the Companys principal accounting officer and will also take on the role of Treasurer.
  • The Company's current Chief Financial Officer, Mark W. Joslin, will continue to serve as Senior Vice President until his retirement on October 1, 2021.
  • The Company also announced today that Walker Saik was hired to be the new Corporate Controller.
  • Pool Corporation is the worlds largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool and related backyard products.

Nemaura Medical Announces Presentation on its Licensed Why WAIT Program During the American Diabetes Association 81st Annual Scientific Sessions

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

The Why WAIT program is an award-winning 12-week program to help patients manage their weight and diabetes conditions.

Key Points: 
  • The Why WAIT program is an award-winning 12-week program to help patients manage their weight and diabetes conditions.
  • The Why WAIT program was developed by the Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston, MA and demonstrated long-term success.
  • Nemaura Medical Inc. licensed the Why WAIT mobile application from Healthimation to be included in its BEAT diabetes program.
  • The Why WAIT mobile application and telehealth were used in the virtual Why WAIT program, which was compared in the study to the in-person Why WAIT.

Pool Corporation To Present At The 44th Nasdaq Investor Conference

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

COVINGTON, La., June 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pool Corporation (Nasdaq:POOL) announced today that Mark W. Joslin, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and Melanie Housey Hart, Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, will be participating in investor meetings at the 44th Nasdaq Investor Conference on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, and Thursday, June 17, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • COVINGTON, La., June 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pool Corporation (Nasdaq:POOL) announced today that Mark W. Joslin, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and Melanie Housey Hart, Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, will be participating in investor meetings at the 44th Nasdaq Investor Conference on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, and Thursday, June 17, 2021.
  • They will also be giving a virtual presentation on Thursday, June 17, 2021, at 8:30 AM Eastern Time.
  • Informational materials used during the conference will be posted on POOLCORPs website on the morning of the conference.
  • Pool Corporation is the worlds largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool and related backyard products.

Pool Corporation to Present at the Baird 2021 Virtual Global Consumer, Technology & Services Conference

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

COVINGTON, La., June 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pool Corporation (Nasdaq:POOL) announced today that Peter D. Arvan, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Mark W. Joslin, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be participating in the Baird 2021 Virtual Global Consumer, Technology & Services Conference.

Key Points: 
  • COVINGTON, La., June 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pool Corporation (Nasdaq:POOL) announced today that Peter D. Arvan, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Mark W. Joslin, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be participating in the Baird 2021 Virtual Global Consumer, Technology & Services Conference.
  • The general session will occur on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, at 9:40 AM Eastern Time and will be in a fireside chat format consisting of a short presentation followed by Q&A.
  • Informational materials used during the conference will be posted on POOLCORPs website on the morning of the conference.
  • Pool Corporation is the worlds largest wholesale distributor of swimming pool and related backyard products.