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Spero Health Brings Relief for Addiction and Lifesaving Care to Thousands in 2022

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Thursday, January 5, 2023

Spero Health offers a community-based approach to treatment, so individuals have quick access to life-saving care close to home allowing them to stay connected to their communities.

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  • Spero Health offers a community-based approach to treatment, so individuals have quick access to life-saving care close to home allowing them to stay connected to their communities.
  • In 2022 Spero Health reported more than a half-million addiction treatment visits which include a combination of: medical care provided by physicians and nurse practitioners, group and individual counseling and other recovery support assistance.
  • In 2022 Spero Health earned a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 82.7 among patients in their outpatient addiction treatment program.
  • Spero Health was also named “Top Workplace” in 2022 for the third year in a row.

Progressive Diagnostics Opens New Shelton Patient Service Center

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

TRUMBULL, Conn., Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Progressive Diagnostics has moved its patient lab testing center from Commerce Drive to the Shelton Pointe medical office building located at 2 Trap Falls, Suite 105 in Shelton.

Key Points: 
  • TRUMBULL, Conn., Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Progressive Diagnostics has moved its patient lab testing center from Commerce Drive to the Shelton Pointe medical office building located at 2 Trap Falls, Suite 105 in Shelton.
  • All Progressive Diagnostics' lab testing centers offer same-day results for COVID-19, flu, RSV, and antibody tests and accepts commercial, Medicare and Medicaid insurances.
  • The 5,000 square foot, first floor location gives residents of Fairfield County easy access to Progressive Diagnostics' laboratory tests.
  • Founded in 2014, Progressive Diagnostics is part of the Progressive Group of companies that also includes the Progressive Institute and Progressive Health Dynamics.

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York Names Health Care Leader and Abortion Access Advocate, Wendy Stark, as President & CEO

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022

NEW YORK, Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) announced its new President & CEO: health care leader and advocate Wendy Stark.

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  • Stark, who currently serves as CEO of Callen-Lorde, the global leader in LGBTQ+ health care, is a champion for bodily autonomy and equitable access to sexual and reproductive health care.
  • She will assume leadership of Planned Parenthood of Greater New York and its advocacy and political entities, effective October 10, 2022.
  • Interim President & CEO Joy D. Calloway will pass the baton to Wendy, following her two-year tenure at PPGNY.
  • "As a life-long advocate for abortion rights and access to the full scope of sexual and reproductive health care, I am honored to join Planned Parenthood of Greater New York at such a pivotal time in our history," said incoming President & CEO Wendy Stark.

Indiana Center For Recovery Announces New Locations

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Tuesday, May 3, 2022

BLOOMINGTON, Ind., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Indiana Center For Recovery announces plans for new locations throughout the state.

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  • BLOOMINGTON, Ind., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Indiana Center For Recovery announces plans for new locations throughout the state.
  • The new facilities will staff peer recovery coaches, behavioral health technicians, mental health technicians, and licensed social workers and will be capable of performing assessments on site.
  • Individual locations will be announced in the weeks to come after being finalized.
  • Indiana Center for Recovery is a patient-centered substance use disorder and mental health treatment provider.

Luna Recovery Services Now Providing Neurofeedback to Treat Addiction and Mental Health Disorders

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

HOUSTON, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Luna Recovery Services, a drug, and alcohol rehabilitation treatment center, will be extending its treatment options to include Neurofeedback and more via its new Luna Neuro practice.

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  • HOUSTON, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Luna Recovery Services, a drug, and alcohol rehabilitation treatment center, will be extending its treatment options to include Neurofeedback and more via its new Luna Neuro practice.
  • The rehabilitation treatment will cater to the growing need for specialization in brain health to treat addiction and other conditions.
  • Electroencephalogram Biofeedback (EEG), also known as Neurofeedback, is a non-invasive treatment used to target the brain's neural networks.
  • Luna Recovery is based in Houston, Texas, and is continuously adding more value to their services to better help their clients and loved ones regain normalcy and peace of mind.

Cornerstone Healing Center Announces Growth with New Outpatient Facility and First Residential Treatment Center

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Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Cornerstone Healing Center , a top-rated drug and alcohol addiction treatment center in Scottsdale, has added two addiction treatment options for Arizona.

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  • Cornerstone Healing Center , a top-rated drug and alcohol addiction treatment center in Scottsdale, has added two addiction treatment options for Arizona.
  • In addition, they are announcing the opening of their first residential treatment center in a private Scottsdale location where residents can receive treatment for 30-90 days.
  • The new residential treatment location serves 10 patients and the renovated outpatient office has allowed Cornerstone to increase their patient capacity to 30 individuals.
  • The new residential treatment center will offer patients individual treatment options aimed at healing the mind, body and spirit.

Speranza Therapeutics Offers Outcomes-based Care Program Using an Opioid Withdrawal Management Medical Device to Reduce AMA Rates

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Wednesday, December 15, 2021

BOCA RATON, Fla., Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Speranza Therapeutics announces the launch of an outcomes-based care program for providers treating patients experiencing opioid withdrawal.

Key Points: 
  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Speranza Therapeutics announces the launch of an outcomes-based care program for providers treating patients experiencing opioid withdrawal.
  • Opioid withdrawal symptoms commence when a patient using opioids either stops using or decreases their dose.
  • "Through recent partnerships with leading inpatient facilities, Speranza has witnessed significant reductions in patients leaving AMA by using Speranza Therapeutics S.T.
  • Founded in 2019, Speranza Therapeutics is a medical technology company dedicated to providing better patient outcomes while decreasing the cost of care.

Newport Healthcare Addresses National Shortage of Mental Health Treatment with New Teen and Young Adult Programs in Minnesota

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Thursday, November 11, 2021

A recent report from Mental Health America (MHA)showed that more than 70,000 Minnesota youth experienced Major Depressive Disorder (MDE) in the past year, yet 58% did not receive treatment.

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  • A recent report from Mental Health America (MHA)showed that more than 70,000 Minnesota youth experienced Major Depressive Disorder (MDE) in the past year, yet 58% did not receive treatment.
  • During June 2020, U.S. adults reported considerably elevated adverse mental health conditions associated with COVID-19, with young adults experiencing disproportionately worse mental health outcomes, increased substance use, and elevated suicidal ideation .
  • "Newport Healthcare is pleased to bring high-quality teen, young adult, and family mental health treatment services to Minnesotans to address a gaping need in care," said Joe Procopio, Chief Executive Officer.
  • Newport Healthcare , including Newport Academy and Newport Institute , provides evidence-based healing centers for teens, young adults, and families struggling with primary mental health issues.

Innovative Webinar Series Developed by Top Mental Health Treatment Provider Helps Schools & Professionals Tackle Teen Mental Health National Emergency

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Tuesday, November 2, 2021

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- An innovative webinar series kicks off today to support mental health and school professionals with education and training on prevalent teen mental health issues.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- An innovative webinar series kicks off today to support mental health and school professionals with education and training on prevalent teen mental health issues.
  • The webinar series, presented by Newport Healthcare , a national network of evidence-based healing centers for teens and young adults with primary mental health disorders, will provide information critical in the promotion, prevention, and treatment of mental health issues.
  • "Newport Healthcare is not just a top resource for teen and young adult mental health treatment in this country, but also a resource for education and awareness in our communities," said CEO Joseph Procopio.
  • "These free webinars support our schools, administrators, and mental health professionals better identify teens in crisis so that they can get the help they need."

Teens & Technology Focus of Opening Keynote for National Symposium, Led by Two Newport Healthcare Youth Mental Health Experts

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021

Today and Friday, two of the nation's top mental health experts will open a major behavioral health conference to address an additional concerning trend with teens and tech .

Key Points: 
  • Today and Friday, two of the nation's top mental health experts will open a major behavioral health conference to address an additional concerning trend with teens and tech .
  • This innovative presentation will explore how a parent or caregiver's engagement with devices can impact emotional and social attachment development in children.
  • In psychology, attachment theory explains how the parent-child relationship emerges and influences subsequent social and emotional development.
  • Dr. Grant is an internationally award-winning media psychologist, published researcher, clinician, and educator with specific expertise in technology's impact on mental health.