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UbiSim Virtual Reality EdTech Platform Enhanced with New Therapeutic Communication Scenarios for Nurse Learners

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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Learners practice administering medications and providing therapeutic communication to assist Morgan in this scenario that aligns with Nursing Fundamentals.

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  • Learners practice administering medications and providing therapeutic communication to assist Morgan in this scenario that aligns with Nursing Fundamentals.
  • Learners practice administering medications and providing therapeutic communication to assist Morgan in this scenario that aligns with Nursing Fundamentals.
  • In addition to the two new scenarios, updates to the UbiSim platform include a major new functionality related to the UbiSim intuitive editor.
  • Nurse educators can now customize their UbiSim nursing scenarios by adding an NG tube, while nurse learners are able to install an NG tube on any patient within the simulations.

Wilson Sonsini Partner Luke Liss to Be Honored by the Center for Medicare Advocacy

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, is pleased to announce that Pro Bono Partner Luke Liss will be honored with the Alfred J. Chiplin, Jr. Social Justice & Advocacy Award from the Center for Medicare Advocacy.

Key Points: 
  • Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, is pleased to announce that Pro Bono Partner Luke Liss will be honored with the Alfred J. Chiplin, Jr. Social Justice & Advocacy Award from the Center for Medicare Advocacy.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240227364528/en/
    “The Center for Medicare Advocacy is delighted to present Luke Liss with the Alfred J. Chiplin, Jr. Award,” said Judy Stein, the Executive Director/Attorney of the Center for Medicare Advocacy, which she founded in 1986.
  • “Similar to Chip, Luke mixes a passion for justice and compassion for people with a determination to use the law to right wrongs.
  • The event brings together leaders from advocacy, policymaking, philanthropy, and academia to discuss strategies for improving access to comprehensive Medicare, promoting health equity, and ensuring quality healthcare.

Insured Patients Account for More Than Half of Bad Debts Written off by Provider Organizations in 2023, According to Kodiak Solutions Analysis

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240222016295/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240222016295/en/
    Among patients with some form of insurance coverage, hospitals, health systems and medical practices wrote off the highest percentage of total claim charges for commercially insured patients in 2023, according to a Kodiak Solutions analysis.
  • Kodiak Revenue Cycle Analytics (RCA) software monitors every patient financial transaction from more than 1,850 hospitals and 250,000 physicians nationwide.
  • The analysis of Kodiak RCA data shows that patient collection rates leave provider organizations shortchanged.
  • “For scheduled encounters, we recommend solidifying point-of-service collection practices and requiring deposits from patients when they face higher-dollar financial responsibility.

The Ad Council, Coalition of Health Systems and Hospitals Tackle America's Most Urgent Public Health Crisis: Gun Violence

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today at Northwell Health's 5th annual Gun Violence Prevention Forum, the Ad Council announced a new gun violence prevention initiative in collaboration with a coalition of health care leaders to address this urgent public health crisis and its impact on youth.

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  • This group of chief executives represents some of the nation's largest health systems and hospitals that are providing funding, strategic insight and issue expertise on gun violence prevention for the campaign.
  • However, only 26% selected gun injuries as the leading cause of death among children, demonstrating a need for further education.
  • Health systems and hospitals throughout the country have seen firsthand the toll gun violence takes on communities.
  • This includes a coalition-based and multi-audience approach, mobilizing the advertising, media and marketing industries to tackle gun violence prevention in America.

Medicare Advantage vs. Original Medicare: Which is best for you?

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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Minneapolis, MN, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With Medicare open enrollment underway, it’s helpful for consumers to understand the difference between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage.

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  • Minneapolis, MN, Nov. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With Medicare open enrollment underway, it’s helpful for consumers to understand the difference between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage.
  • During the open enrollment period, millions of Medicare enrollees can :
    Switch from Original Medicare to Medicare Advantage, or vice versa.
  • Here are a few things to consider when deciding between Original Medicare versus Medicare Advantage, or pairing Original Medicare with a Medigap or Part D plan.
  • Prescription drug costs: Most Medicare Advantage plans include Medicare Part D drug coverage, but if you’re considering a Medicare Advantage plan, it’s a good idea to confirm and make sure.

Iveda and Movement Interactive Deliver on $200K Contract with an Arizona Independent Living Facility for Veterans

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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Iveda ® (NASDAQ:IVDA), the global solution for cloud-based AI, announced today that Movement Interactive, powered by Iveda, has delivered on a $200,000 contract with Waymark Gardens , effectively supporting hundreds of residents aging in place with AI and IoT-enabled telehealth and fall detection technology.

Key Points: 
  • Iveda ® (NASDAQ:IVDA), the global solution for cloud-based AI, announced today that Movement Interactive, powered by Iveda, has delivered on a $200,000 contract with Waymark Gardens , effectively supporting hundreds of residents aging in place with AI and IoT-enabled telehealth and fall detection technology.
  • By providing real-time awareness of patient abnormalities and allowing for more effective care and patient monitoring, the technology effectively reduces false alarms.
  • “This facility is a flagship for the future of senior living and will serve as a model as we expand to multiple facilities across the state, and eventually throughout the country.
  • Iveda is a key partner in bringing top-of-the-line technology solutions to our resident Veterans, improving health outcomes, and extending their independence while improving quality of life."

The Kinkade Family Foundation Provides Holiday Therapeutic Art Kits For Youth In Northern California Farmworker And Underserved Communities

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Kinkade Family Foundation announced that it has partnered with six charities in Northern California farmworker and underserved Communities to provide children with therapeutic art kits for the Holidays. The therapeutic art kits are also available for free to download at www.kinkadefamilyfoundation.org.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Kinkade Family Foundation announced that it has partnered with six charities in Northern California farmworker and underserved Communities to provide children with therapeutic art kits for the Holidays.
  • The therapeutic art kits are also available for free to download at www.kinkadefamilyfoundation.org .
  • The Kinkade Family Foundation (KFF) started distributing art kits in 2020 as a response to the pandemic, which amplified the lack of art in schools and underserved communities.
  • This year, KFF has partnered with East Bay Art Therapy and  added a new element to the art kits by adding therapeutic art projects to the kits.

The Haven Detox-New England Expands Services with the Launch of a Cutting-Edge Mental Health Treatment Facility in Worcester, Massachusetts

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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WORCESTER, Ma., Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Haven Detox-New England, a leader in substance abuse treatment and a proud member of the Haven Health Management family, announces a new mental health treatment facility .

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  • WORCESTER, Ma., Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Haven Detox-New England, a leader in substance abuse treatment and a proud member of the Haven Health Management family, announces a new mental health treatment facility .
  • The new facility has been meticulously designed to offer primary mental health treatment for various conditions, like anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and more.
  • Under the umbrella of Haven Health Management, The Haven Detox-New England has continuously prioritized patients' mental health alongside their physical well-being.
  • For further details about The Haven Detox-New England or our new mental health treatment facility, please visit our website at https://havendetoxne.com/ .

Medicare Part D 2024 Drug Premiums Soar in Advance of Lower Inflation Reduction Act Cap on Catastrophic Drug Costs

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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DANVERS, Mass., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new HealthView Services analysis of Medicare Part D prescription drug plans (PDPs) in California, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania and Texas shows a dramatic increase in 2024 premiums. This is despite a prediction earlier this year by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that it expected basic Medicare Part D premiums to decline in 2024 as a result of the Inflation Reduction Act.

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  • This is despite a prediction earlier this year by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that it expected basic Medicare Part D premiums to decline in 2024 as a result of the Inflation Reduction Act.
  • This compares to Medicare Part B premiums rising by 5.9% in 2024, and a Social Security cost-of-living adjustment of 3.2%.
  • Part D premiums currently account for around 9% of lifetime retirement healthcare costs for a couple retiring in 2023.
  • The new report details announced premiums for high-end, medium, and basic Part D plans for 2023 and 2024, which offer retirees different levels of prescription drug coverage.

The Ad Council, CDC, National Council for Mental Wellbeing and Shatterproof Launch Joint Effort to Inspire Millions Living with or At Risk for Substance Use Disorders to Begin their Recovery Journeys

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ad Council, in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Council for Mental Wellbeing and Shatterproof, is inspiring millions to "Start With Hope" in a national public service advertisement (PSA) campaign. This vital new effort aims to deliver a message of hope to those living with substance use disorders (SUDs) as well as those at risk of developing a SUD, with a focus on supporting Black and Hispanic/Latinx populations, connecting them with harm reduction strategies and treatment resources to start their journeys to wellbeing and recovery.

Key Points: 
  • Due to compounding inequities including stigma, accessibility barriers and racial bias, these communities often have lower access to substance use treatment services.
  • It is critical that individuals can access culturally-responsive harm reduction and treatment options to support their paths toward wellbeing and recovery.
  • Hope can also serve as a strong predictor of outcomes focused on well-being and quality of life.
  • If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or a substance use disorder, text SHATTERPROOF to 741741 for help.