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Civitas Networks for Health to Host 2024 Annual Conference in Detroit This October

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Civitas Networks for Health today announced its 2024 Annual Conference will take place Tuesday, October 15 through Thursday, October 17, 2024, in Detroit, Michigan.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Civitas Networks for Health today announced its 2024 Annual Conference will take place Tuesday, October 15 through Thursday, October 17, 2024, in Detroit, Michigan.
  • "We are thrilled to host the 2024 Civitas Annual Conference in Detroit, a city known for its resilience and innovation,” said Lisa Bari, CEO, Civitas Networks for Health.
  • Civitas’ Host Committee includes the following member organizations: Blue Cross Blue Shield Association , Health Impact Ohio , Illinois Public Health Institute , Indiana Health Information Exchange , MetaStar , Michigan Health Information Network , Michigan Multipayer Initiatives , Michigan Public Health Institute , Ohio Health Information Partnership , PHOENIX Project – Wayne State University , The Health Collaborative , Velatura HIE Corporation , Wisconsin Collaborative for Healthcare Quality , and Wisconsin Statewide Health Information Network .
  • The conference agenda will feature expert keynote speakers, each offering unique insights on turning health data into meaningful health care outcomes.

IHS Holding Limited Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Technology, Telecommunications, IHS, Loan, Approximation, Standard Chartered, SSA, IHS Towers, GTS, Movement, MTN, Nigerian naira, MENA, ZAR, CIV, FX, USD, NGN

Revenue for our Nigeria segment decreased by $34.6 million, or 9.7%, to $320.7 million for the fourth quarter of 2023, compared to $355.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2022.

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  • Revenue for our Nigeria segment decreased by $34.6 million, or 9.7%, to $320.7 million for the fourth quarter of 2023, compared to $355.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Revenue for our Latam segment increased by $10.4 million, or 23.8%, to $54.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2023, compared to $43.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • During the fourth quarter of 2023, capital expenditure (“Total Capex”) was $130.6 million, compared to $195.6 million for the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • The loan is guaranteed by IHS Netherlands Holdco B.V., IHS Netherlands NG1 B.V., IHS Towers NG Limited, IHS Netherlands NG2 B.V., Nigeria Tower Interco B.V., INT Towers Limited and IHS Nigeria.

ROMTech and Lovell Announce Partnership to Increase Access to the PortableConnect® At-Home Rehab System for VA, DoD

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Health care, USMC, SDVOSB, IHS, RET, Government, VHA, Veterans Health Administration, Patient, Acquisition, Veteran, Motion, Telehealth, MHS, GSA, Romtech, FSS, Injury, GSA Advantage, Pain, Nursing

BROOKFIELD, Conn. , March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lovell® Government Services and ROMTech, creator of the PortableConnect® At-Home Rehab System, announced today that they have partnered to serve federal healthcare systems such as the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), the Military Health System (MHS), and the Indian Health Service (IHS). Lovell Government Services will serve as ROMTech's Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) vendor to serve these customers through federal contracting systems.

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  • Lovell Government Services has teamed up with ROMTech to supply the PortableConnect® At-Home Rehab System to federal healthcare entities such as the VHA, MHS, and IHS, utilizing federal contracting systems.
  • Lovell Government Services will serve as ROMTech's Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) vendor to serve these customers through federal contracting systems.
  • Listing products on contract vehicles with Lovell streamlines the acquisition process while helping government agencies meet their SDVOSB procurement goals.
  • Lovell is thrilled to add this product to our portfolio," said Chris Lovell, Major, USMC (Ret.

PELONIS INTRODUCES LINEUP OF SMART HEATERS AND FANS AT IHS 2024

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pelonis, a leader in home comfort technology, is excited to present its latest innovations at the Inspired Home Show (IHS) - North America's largest housewares trade show – in Chicago, Illinois. During the show, Pelonis will showcase its new 2.0 lineup of smart, Wi-Fi-enabled heaters and fans. Pelonis 2.0 provides a range of products that provide efficiency, enhancing home comfort with state-of-the-art design and technology.

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  • During the show, Pelonis will showcase its new 2.0 lineup of smart, Wi-Fi-enabled heaters and fans.
  • With over 25 years of experience, Pelonis delivers premium, safe, and reliable products, making these innovations accessible to everyone.
  • "Our presence at IHS underscores Pelonis' leadership and innovation in home comfort," said John Herrington, president of Midea America.
  • For more information on Pelonis' fans and heaters, please visit www.pelonis.com/us .

MIDEA AMERICA INTRODUCES SMALL APPLIANCE LINEUP AT IHS 2024

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea, the world's number one small cooking appliance brand*, is thrilled to introduce its latest advancements at the Inspired Home Show (IHS) 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.

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  • CHICAGO, March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea, the world's number one small cooking appliance brand*, is thrilled to introduce its latest advancements at the Inspired Home Show (IHS) 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.
  • Midea will highlight its assortment of small appliances including air fryers, multi-cookers, blenders, kettles, heaters and more.
  • As a trusted brand with more than 50 years of experience, Midea delivers surprisingly friendly solutions while continuing to explore innovative ways to meet consumers' evolving needs.
  • "Our participation at the IHS is a testament to Midea's commitment and continued leadership in the small appliance space," said John Herrington, president of Midea America.

Not too late to vaccinate

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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The recommendation acknowledges the increased risk of severe disease from COVID-19 in older adults, along with the currently available data on vaccine effectiveness.

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  • The recommendation acknowledges the increased risk of severe disease from COVID-19 in older adults, along with the currently available data on vaccine effectiveness.
  • It takes two weeks after vaccination for antibodies to develop in the body and provide protection against the viruses.
  • Adults 60 or older should talk to their health care provider to determine if the RSV vaccine is right for them.
  • The mission of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS): To promote health and safety through prevention, collaboration, education, innovation and response.

SEALSQ Selected to Secure VESTEL’s Next Generation “Plug & Charge” EV Charging Stations

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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“Plug and Charge” is a technological concept initially introduced by ISO 15118, the international standard for charging EVs to enable a more user-convenient and secure way of charging.

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  • “Plug and Charge” is a technological concept initially introduced by ISO 15118, the international standard for charging EVs to enable a more user-convenient and secure way of charging.
  • All charging stations will need to support this standard in the near future, which is applicable to both wired (AC and DC charging) and wireless charging use cases.
  • From a security standpoint, Plug & Charge process requires the EV and charging station to establish and share a secure communication link.
  • Globally, the deployment of EV charging stations should increase at a 31% CAGR to more than 66 million units by 2030, according to the IHS.

IHS Towers’ Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Earnings Release and Conference Call

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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Additionally, a conference call and webcast to discuss the 4Q/FY23 Earnings Results will take place on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 8.30am ET (12.30pm UK time).

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  • Additionally, a conference call and webcast to discuss the 4Q/FY23 Earnings Results will take place on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 8.30am ET (12.30pm UK time).
  • The conference call dial-in numbers are +1 646 307 1963 (U.S./Canada) or +44 20 3481 4247 (UK/International).
  • The call ID is 9347200.
  • View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240305069908/en/

New Alliance Aims to Boost Health Care Access for Tribal Communities

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Indian country, Human services, Assistant, GME, Physician, IHS, Health care, Evaluation, Policy, AIMES, Alaska Natives, Congress, Public, Health equity, American Indians, Indian Health Service, Nursing

WASHINGTON, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, 24 urban and rural Tribal organizations, medical schools, health plans, teaching hospitals, medical residencies, and physician advocates launched the American Indian Medical Education Strategies (AIMES) Alliance. The AIMES Alliance, whose mission is to address physician shortages in Tribal communities, is the first funded policy and communications organization singularly focused on advancing and advocating for federal policies that bring graduate medical education (GME) partnerships to more urban and rural Tribal medical facilities.

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  • "I am honored to lead the Alliance and to support AIMES members in shaping the future of IHS, Tribal, and Urban Indian Health GME programs.
  • As an American Indian physician, I recognize the critical need to form an alliance of community leaders and partners in the Tribal health and medical education and training space.
  • "Removing barriers for new physicians to practice in Tribal communities is essential to boost health care capacity and improve public health," said Dr. Michael Toedt, the AIMES Alliance Senior Advisor and former Chief Medical Officer of the Indian Health Service.
  • Alliance members represent some of the most recognized Tribal health and academic medical innovators in the field.

International Hearing Society (IHS)

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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FARMINGTON, Mich., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Hearing Society (IHS) will celebrate World Hearing Day (WHD) on Friday, March 1, 2024, to raise awareness of hearing healthcare and address the stigma that is often attached to hearing loss and hearing aids. 430 million1 people globally (five percent of the world's population) and 60.7 million U.S. individuals2 experience some degree of hearing loss. In response to this healthcare challenge, IHS spotlights its members, licensed Hearing Aid Specialists and allied hearing health providers, as an exceptional pathway for individuals to discover their hearing baseline and determine the best way forward for enhanced hearing. IHS' celebration of World Hearing Day is designed to help connect the public to licensed hearing healthcare professionals who can provide hearing solutions.

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  • FARMINGTON, Mich., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Hearing Society (IHS) will celebrate World Hearing Day (WHD) on Friday, March 1, 2024, to raise awareness of hearing healthcare and address the stigma that is often attached to hearing loss and hearing aids.
  • IHS' celebration of World Hearing Day is designed to help connect the public to licensed hearing healthcare professionals who can provide hearing solutions.
  • Join International Hearing Society in celebrating World Hearing Day on March 1.
  • IHS Executive Director Alissa Parady said, "International Hearing Society is honored to partner with the World Hearing Forum (WHF) to celebrate World Hearing Day and work to, "Change Mindsets…let's make ear and hearing care a reality for all," the theme of WHD 2024.