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Welldoc Presents Data Showing Use of Digital Health Tool with AI-coaching Leads to Weight Loss and Improved Health Measures, Adding to Over 75 Publications to Date

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Data show that the average weight at the endpoint was significantly lower than the baseline (227.8 to 211.8 pounds, p=0.007), with over 77% of participants losing an average of 4.8% of their baseline body weight.

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  • Data show that the average weight at the endpoint was significantly lower than the baseline (227.8 to 211.8 pounds, p=0.007), with over 77% of participants losing an average of 4.8% of their baseline body weight.
  • There were also statistically significant improvements in systolic blood pressure and favorable post-meal blood glucose trends.
  • These data demonstrate how overall cardiovascular risk can be reduced in a high-risk population at scale, validating Welldoc’s approach to developing next-generation digital health solutions.
  • “With this research we can clearly see the value of digital health tools which incorporate personalized AI-driven coaching.

Ad Industry Recognizes New Benchmark For Low Fraud, As IVT Rate Held Under 1% In Tag Certified Channels In US For Third Straight Year

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The digital advertising industry has reached consensus on a single metric to measure its success in achieving a predictable, consistent, and low fraud rate, according to the 2023 TAG US Fraud Benchmark Study. [https://www.tagtoday.net/pressreleases/ad-industry-recognizes-new-benchm...

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  • "Now the ad industry has reached consensus on a unified metric to validate the success of our own all-stars at fighting fraud.
  • Interviews from this year's US Fraud Benchmark Study confirm that our industry has reached consensus on a sub-1% IVT rate as the appropriate benchmark to validate the effectiveness of a company's anti-fraud efforts.
  • The IVT rate in Non-Certified Channels (NCCs), where only a single entity was certified, was 46% higher at 1.19%.
  • In addition, The 614 Group conducted a series of industry expert interviews with executives at agencies on background for qualitative perspectives.

AAFP Welcomes Steven P. Furr, MD, FAAFP, As New President of American Academy of Family Physicians

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Monday, October 30, 2023

CHICAGO, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Steven P. Furr, MD, FAAFP, a family physician in Jackson, Alabama, today assumed the role of president of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Steven P. Furr, MD, FAAFP, a family physician in Jackson, Alabama, today assumed the role of president of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
  • As AAFP president, Furr will advocate on behalf of family physicians and patients across the country to inspire positive changes in the U.S. health care system.
  • "The AAFP has been a cornerstone in my family medicine career — one that has helped me gain immeasurable knowledge, experiences and the ability to connect with family physicians across the country," said Furr.
  • At the state chapter level, Furr has held various leadership roles in the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians, including chapter president and chairman of the board.

Acadia Healthcare Welcomes Dr. Patrice A. Harris, MD, MA as Independent Director

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACHC) today announced that Dr. Patrice A. Harris, MD, MA has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors effective October 26, 2023.

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  • Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: ACHC) today announced that Dr. Patrice A. Harris, MD, MA has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors effective October 26, 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231026253607/en/
    Acadia Healthcare welcomes Dr. Patrice A. Harris, MD, MA as Independent Director (Photo: Business Wire)
    Dr. Harris is board-certified in psychiatry and has diverse experience as a private practicing physician, public health director and patient advocate.
  • Currently, Dr. Harris continues in private practice and is Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of eMed Digital Healthcare, a digital healthcare company she co-founded in 2020.
  • I am excited to be part of Acadia’s growth and the quality care it provides,” said Dr. Harris.

Feinstein Institutes Study Warns of Looming Nationwide Shortage of General Internal Medicine Doctors

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

A new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine from researchers at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research suggests that half as many resident doctors are electing general internal medicine careers compared to 10 years ago.

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  • A new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine from researchers at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research suggests that half as many resident doctors are electing general internal medicine careers compared to 10 years ago.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230921122380/en/
    Dr. Lauren Block and her team’s new study shows the decline of residents interested in internal medicine.
  • (Credit: Feinstein Institutes)
    The American Association of Medical Colleges projects a shortage of up to 48,000 primary care physicians over the next decade.
  • Block and her team’s research reveals that significantly fewer doctors are choosing general internal medicine as a career choice,” said Kevin J. Tracey, MD , president and CEO of the Feinstein Institutes and Karches Family Distinguished Chair in Medical Research.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, James C. Lasker as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Hematology-Oncology

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

VERO BEACH, Fla., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, James C. Lasker is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Hematology-Oncology.

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  • VERO BEACH, Fla., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, James C. Lasker is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Hematology-Oncology.
  • Dr. Lasker pursued higher education at Yale University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology.
  • He also noted that oncology is a branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.
  • The doctor would like to dedicate this honor to his mentors, Monty Lane, MD; Ken Walker, MD; and Jimmie Harvey, MD.

EmVenio Research adds principal investigators to research team

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

DURHAM, N.C., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clinical research organization EmVenio Research recently announced the addition of Dr. Stephen Blank, M.D., and Dr. Suzanne Swan, M.D., to its team, serving as principal investigators. In their roles, they will oversee and conduct objective clinical research to ensure independent, high quality and reproducible results, as well as manage oversight of compliance, financial, personnel and other related aspects of research projects. Coming from varying medical backgrounds, Dr. Blank and Dr. Swan offer a diversity of expertise, expanding EmVenio's ability to conduct a wider range of clinical trials.

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  • DURHAM, N.C., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clinical research organization EmVenio Research recently announced the addition of Dr. Stephen Blank, M.D., and Dr. Suzanne Swan, M.D., to its team, serving as principal investigators.
  • Stephen Blank and Suzanne Swan to its team of principal investigators.
  • Blank and Swan bring to our team a magnitude of experience and knowledge in the research of new treatments and therapies," said Thad Wolfram, EmVenio president.
  • "With their diverse backgrounds in medicine, they offer a unique level of oversight to the studies EmVenio conducts and provide our organization the depth to conduct a wider range of clinical research studies for pharmaceutical and clinical research organizations."

European Fraud Study: IVT Rates Held Under 1% For Half a Decade in European Channels with Tough Anti-Fraud Standards

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

WASHINGTON and LONDON, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the 2023 TAG European Fraud Benchmark study, invalid traffic (IVT) rates in Europe have been held under the industry's accepted benchmark of 1% for five consecutive years in TAG Certified Channels (TCC), where multiple participants have adopted TAG's rigorous anti-fraud standards. The study found the invalid traffic (IVT) rate in TCCs in Europe was 0.68% last year, and it remained in a tight range of 0.53% to 0.69% across all five years of the study.

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  • "This year's study demonstrated the success of TAG's efforts in the CTV space, as IVT rates were dramatically lower in TAG Certified Channels where multiple participants had adopted TAG's high standards than in Non-Certified Channels.
  • European advertisers are increasingly interested in global certifications that provide validation of low IVT rates.
  • "This shift is becoming increasingly evident as companies take a proactive stance not only against fraud but around other ad-related issues."
  • Upon receipt, all data was aggregated within a secure database in order to create the proper reporting.

Lasher Family Gift Accelerates Innovative Infectious Disease Research and Education at Tampa General Hospital

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital today announced a generous gift from the Lasher family of Tampa, Florida, to support the TGH Foundation and infectious disease research programs. This is a collaboration between Tampa General Hospital and the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital today announced a generous gift from the Lasher family of Tampa, Florida, to support the TGH Foundation and infectious disease research programs.
  • Tampa General Hospital is committed to becoming a recognized global leader on the forefront of infectious disease clinical care, research, and education under the direction of Drs.
  • Kim is Tampa General director of Infectious Disease Research and director of the Division of Infectious Disease and International Medicine at the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine.
  • In addition to supporting current infectious disease research efforts, the Lasher family gift will accelerate Tampa General's research program, by attracting and recruiting the world's foremost infectious disease researchers who will bring their teams, intellectual property and grants to Tampa General.

Tivic Announces Appointment of New Interim CFO, Kimberly Bambach, and Strategic Advisor to the Board, Christine Valauri

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Ms. Bambach brings over 30 years of financial leadership experience in both public and private companies across industries.

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  • Ms. Bambach brings over 30 years of financial leadership experience in both public and private companies across industries.
  • Her background includes financial leadership in medical and retail markets, manufacturing, wholesale distribution, licensing, digital media, and broadcasting.
  • Since leaving Jushi as CFO, Bambach has continued as an advisor to the company while providing consulting services to several private companies.
  • “I am pleased to have such an experienced financial leader join our leadership team,” said Jennifer Ernst, CEO of Tivic.