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US Physician Burnout Data Show That Quality of Care, Physician Retention Continue to be a Concern, while US Physician Burnout Declines Slightly in 2023, says InCrowd Report

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Yet burnout and physician retention concerns remain sizably higher than in 2021, previously at 47%.

Key Points: 
  • Yet burnout and physician retention concerns remain sizably higher than in 2021, previously at 47%.
  • More than half (52%) say that burnout frequently impacts doctors’ ability to provide high-quality clinical care to their patients.
  • Just one in five (28%) say that AI can significantly alleviate burnout through administrative automation.
  • Even fewer HCPs say that any of five other AI-enabled use cases are promising for mitigating burnout.

Strong Tower Consulting Named Finalist for Microsoft Supplier Prestige Awards for Two Consecutive Years

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Strong T ower Consulting , a Washington-state based management-consulting firm, was named a finalist for the Microsoft Supplier Prestige Awards for the second straight year (2023, 2024).

Key Points: 
  • Strong T ower Consulting , a Washington-state based management-consulting firm, was named a finalist for the Microsoft Supplier Prestige Awards for the second straight year (2023, 2024).
  • As a Certified Disability-Owned Business Enterprise (DOBE) and a Women Owned Business Enterprise, Strong Tower was recognized in 2024 as one of the top five “Diverse-Owned Suppliers of the Year” by Microsoft for its unique Inclusion Consulting® model - defined by a dedication to trustworthy client service and the power of diversity to solve problems.
  • In 2024, Strong Tower continues to expand and diversify its projects at Microsoft, as well as other Fortune 500s, to meet the growing demand for strategic management consulting in today’s rapidly changing and on-demand marketplace.
  • “Microsoft is an absolute champion of diversity and disability inclusion in the workplace, so being recognized twice as a finalist for their Supplier Prestige Awards is humbling and motivates us to stay true to our company values,” said Strong Tower Partner Lorna Croswell.

12Go Reveals the Top 10 Best Places for Solo Female Travel in Asia

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Monday, March 4, 2024

12Go has prepared a list of the top 10 best travel destinations for International Women's Day.

Key Points: 
  • 12Go has prepared a list of the top 10 best travel destinations for International Women's Day.
  • To determine the best destinations in Asia, the company analyzed tickets sold over the past six months for women traveling solo.
  • Thailand tops the list, with places like Chiang Mai, Bangkok, and Chiang Rai being great cultural destinations.
  • 12Go is a leading online travel platform that offers transportation booking services that give travelers easy access to various buses, ferries, trains, transfers, and flights.

JCPenney Celebrates Women’s History Month Through Community Grant Initiative

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Additionally, JCPenney is honoring Women’s History Month by releasing a "Women Making Change" apparel collection.

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  • Additionally, JCPenney is honoring Women’s History Month by releasing a "Women Making Change" apparel collection.
  • Eligible applicants can be any woman actively serving their community through volunteer work at a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
  • In honor of Women’s History Month, JCPenney will be making donations to the causes and charities these community leaders support.
  • “While these initiatives are highlighted today, we hope their impact is celebrated beyond this one month.”

Neurogene Announces Expansion and Plans for More Rapid Patient Enrollment of Rett Syndrome Gene Therapy Clinical Trial

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Neurogene Inc. (NASDAQ: NGNE) (“Neurogene” or “the Company”), a clinical-stage company founded to bring life-changing genetic medicines to patients and families affected by rare neurological diseases, today announced the expansion of its ongoing Phase 1/2 gene therapy clinical trial for NGN-401 for female pediatric patients with Rett syndrome and updates to enable more rapid enrollment in the trial.

Key Points: 
  • Neurogene Inc. (NASDAQ: NGNE) (“Neurogene” or “the Company”), a clinical-stage company founded to bring life-changing genetic medicines to patients and families affected by rare neurological diseases, today announced the expansion of its ongoing Phase 1/2 gene therapy clinical trial for NGN-401 for female pediatric patients with Rett syndrome and updates to enable more rapid enrollment in the trial.
  • We expect that expansion of the clinical trial and the removal of staggered dosing in Cohort 1 will enable us to treat more patients in a shorter period of time.
  • Based on this update, we expect to complete enrollment of Cohort 1 in the second half of 2024.”
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  • The dosing stagger has been removed from Cohort 1, enabling the remaining patients to be dosed in parallel.

Philip Morris International’s U.S. Business Champions Female Economic Growth in Connecticut with Record-Setting $5 Million Investment Through New Partnership with Women’s Business Development Council

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Congressman Jim Himes; State Representative Tom O'Dea; Fran Pastore, CEO of the Women’s Business Development Council; Gov.

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  • Congressman Jim Himes; State Representative Tom O'Dea; Fran Pastore, CEO of the Women’s Business Development Council; Gov.
  • “Philip Morris International is committed to making positive impact throughout Connecticut communities and beyond.
  • Our partnership with WBDC and investment through the ‘Women’s Economic Empowerment Initiative’ enables us to better support Gov.
  • “As the first multinational to receive Global EQUAL-SALARY Certification , we believe supporting female empowerment and ensuring economic equality is paramount for our collective economic growth.

Gilead’s Innovative HIV Treatment Research Pipeline Aims to Address Unmet Needs and Advance Public Health

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Gilead Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: GILD) today announced the presentation of key data highlighting the breadth of its innovative HIV treatment research pipeline.

Key Points: 
  • Gilead Sciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: GILD) today announced the presentation of key data highlighting the breadth of its innovative HIV treatment research pipeline.
  • “The latest findings across our HIV pipeline showcase the potential of multiple candidates to help transform HIV management,” said Jared Baeten, MD, PhD, Vice President, HIV Clinical Development, Gilead Sciences.
  • It is estimated that up to 10% of people with HIV take a complex treatment regimen, defined as 2 or more pills each day.
  • Results showed that all three treatment groups had robust virologic suppression at six months, with consistently low viral loads throughout the study.

Agility Robotics Appoints Peggy Johnson as Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Agility Robotics , creator of the market-leading bipedal Mobile Manipulation Robot (MMR) called Digit, announced the appointment of veteran technology leader Peggy Johnson as Chief Executive Officer, effective today.

Key Points: 
  • Agility Robotics , creator of the market-leading bipedal Mobile Manipulation Robot (MMR) called Digit, announced the appointment of veteran technology leader Peggy Johnson as Chief Executive Officer, effective today.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240304702817/en/
    Agility Robotics appoints Peggy Johnson as CEO.
  • “I am thrilled to be joining the finest robotics team on the planet,” said Johnson.
  • With Peggy at the helm, Agility can bring robotics to new heights.”
    Throughout her career, Johnson has received extensive industry recognition for her engineering and business successes.

Cricut Finds 71% of Women Draw Inspiration and Feel Empowered by Other Women

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Cricut commissioned a survey of more than 3,000 women aged 25-55 in the U.S. and found that 60% of women feel overwhelmed with their various roles and daily responsibilities.

Key Points: 
  • Cricut commissioned a survey of more than 3,000 women aged 25-55 in the U.S. and found that 60% of women feel overwhelmed with their various roles and daily responsibilities.
  • The Cricut experience is far from limited, just like the different roles we play daily as women.”
    Key takeaways from the survey include:
    Women are drawing inspiration from each other: with 71% reporting they draw inspiration from and feel empowered and supported by other women.
  • Younger generations are among the highest, with 76% aged 25-35 drawing inspiration from and feeling empowered and supported from other women, compared to 69% of women aged 36-45 and 66% of women aged 46-55.
  • 85% of women who parent would like to spend more time practicing self-care, compared to 73% of women who are non-parents.

BNP Paribas Celebrates Commitment to Tennis at Every Level and Community Initiatives at the 2024 BNP Paribas Open

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Monday, March 4, 2024

BNP Paribas, Europe’s leading financial institution and a global sponsor of tennis, is pleased to re-enforce its commitment to tennis at every level and announce community-driven initiatives at the 2024 BNP Paribas Open.

Key Points: 
  • BNP Paribas, Europe’s leading financial institution and a global sponsor of tennis, is pleased to re-enforce its commitment to tennis at every level and announce community-driven initiatives at the 2024 BNP Paribas Open.
  • Ticket Donation: BNP Paribas will allocate a significant number of tickets to the BNP Paribas Open to local schools and nonprofit organizations so deserving groups can experience the thrill of tennis.
  • BNP Paribas Open Scholarship Program: For the eighth consecutive year, BNP Paribas will award scholarships to four deserving high school students from the local community.
  • José Placido, CEO of BNP Paribas USA and CIB Americas said: “BNP Paribas is excited to again showcase its commitment to tennis and community-driven initiatives.