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UpLift Accelerates into Higher Ed with Acquisition of TAO Connect

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UpLift, a technology-driven behavioral health company delivering in-network therapy and psychiatry, today announced that it has acquired TAO Connect, a therapy-assisted mental health solution with digital tools and resources designed for higher education institutions. With the acquisition of TAO Connect, UpLift now provides services to over 170 enterprise customers nationwide and across Canada, covering over four million people, including over two million students at more than 120 higher ed institutions in the U.S. UpLift's full spectrum of high quality care - from preventative to treating severe mental illness – makes mental healthcare work for everyone, across all conditions, geographies and generations.

Key Points: 
  • With TAO by UpLift, a new behavioral health program for students, institutions now have access to a comprehensive higher ed mental healthcare solution, and the continuity of care designed to complement institutions' counseling service offerings, all covered by insurance.
  • Although initially designed for higher ed, TAO Connect's evidence-based digital tools and resources have proved extendable and valuable to other enterprises, including large employers and health systems.
  • "When I started TAO ten years ago, it was to bring more counseling services to higher ed.
  • TAO by UpLift is rolling out and activating across higher ed institutions in the country including and two- and four-year public and private schools and spanning community colleges, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and graduate schools.

Alan Raul, Founder of Sidley Austin’s Privacy and Cybersecurity Law Practice Elected FPF’s New Board President 

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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FPF Founder Christopher Wolf and Board Chair steps down after 15 years of service FPF is pleased to announce Alan Raul, former Vice Chairman of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board, has been elected to serve as President and Chair of the organization’s Board of Directors. Raul succeeds Christopher Wolf, founding Board President and [?]

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FPF Founder Christopher Wolf and Board Chair steps down after 15 years of service FPF is pleased to announce Alan Raul, former Vice Chairman of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board, has been elected to serve as President and Chair of the organization’s Board of Directors. Raul succeeds Christopher Wolf, founding Board President and [?]

Momcozy Unveils 'Her Infinite Power' Campaign with Inspiring Commercial for International Women's Day

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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By bringing to light the diverse experiences of motherhood, the campaign aims to inspire and encourage mothers to embrace their unique journey.

Key Points: 
  • By bringing to light the diverse experiences of motherhood, the campaign aims to inspire and encourage mothers to embrace their unique journey.
  • Ultimately, Momcozy's International Women's Day campaign, highlighted by the "More Than a Mom" TV commercial, celebrates the diversity and strength of motherhood.
  • Through storytelling and active engagement, Momcozy encourages a broader understanding of the essential role mothers play in shaping our world.
  • So, on this International Women's Day, share your story, join the campaign , or take a moment to honor the extraordinary influence of mothers everywhere.

OptimizeRx Powers Walmart's ‘Specialty Pharmacies of the Community’ Outreach Effort

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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OptimizeRx’s Dynamic Audience Activation Platform (DAAP), is helping to connect healthcare providers with Walmart’s growing network of nearly 90 SPOCs across 13 states.

Key Points: 
  • OptimizeRx’s Dynamic Audience Activation Platform (DAAP), is helping to connect healthcare providers with Walmart’s growing network of nearly 90 SPOCs across 13 states.
  • This collaboration aims to help HCPs identify a new solution for patients facing barriers to care, particularly those living with HIV and autoimmune conditions.
  • “Collaborating with OptimizeRx has been instrumental in facilitating and coordinating access to a network of crucial healthcare providers - those treating patients with complex conditions.
  • “Collaborating with Walmart on this impactful initiative is a strategic milestone for OptimizeRx, reinforcing our commitment to improving patient access to vital resources,” said Steve Silvestro, President of OptimizeRx.

Pace Center for Girls and Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center Announce Partnership to Study the State of Today’s Girls and Young Women

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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Pace Center for Girls' research department will collaborate with the Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center’s research team, operating out of Jacksonville, FL, to conduct an environment scan using secondary sources.

Key Points: 
  • Pace Center for Girls' research department will collaborate with the Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center’s research team, operating out of Jacksonville, FL, to conduct an environment scan using secondary sources.
  • “By partnering with the Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center, we are taking a proactive step towards understanding the unique challenges faced by girls today and developing targeted solutions to address them."
  • Inderjit “Vicky” Kaur Basra, DSW, President and CEO of the Delores Barr Weaver Policy Center, emphasized the importance of this collaborative partnership, saying, "Our collaboration with Pace Center for Girls represents a shared commitment to improving the lives of girls and young women.
  • For more information about the collaborative partnership between Pace Center for Girls and the Delores Barr Weaver Foundation, please contact Lymari Benitez , PhD, Pace Senior Director of Program Information and Impact.

Kidney Month: 31 Day of Action to Equip and Empower People to Fight Kidney Disease

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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During Kidney Month, AKF calls on members of the kidney community and the general public to join in solidarity in support of everyone affected by kidney disease.

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  • During Kidney Month, AKF calls on members of the kidney community and the general public to join in solidarity in support of everyone affected by kidney disease.
  • One of the hallmarks of Kidney Month at AKF is Kidney Action Week , which will be held March 18-22.
  • This free, virtual event will bring together patients, nephrologists, renal dieticians, caregivers and other kidney experts for a weeklong series of sessions about a variety of topics related to kidney disease, including dialysis, kidney disease prevention, kidney-friendly eating, transplant, innovations in kidney disease and more.
  • In addition, people with kidney disease have a higher chance of developing other health problems, such as heart disease.

Vigil Presents Poster on Impacts of Misdiagnosis and Genetic Testing on Adult-Onset Leukoencephalopathy with Axonal Spheroids and Pigmented Glia (ALSP) Patient Journey at ACTRIMS 2024

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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WATERTOWN, Mass., Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Vigil Neuroscience, Inc. (Nasdaq: VIGL), a clinical-stage biotechnology company committed to harnessing the power of microglia for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, today presented a poster detailing the impact of misdiagnosis and the importance of genetic testing at the 2024 ACTRIMS Forum being held in West Palm Beach, Florida, from February 29 – March 2.

Key Points: 
  • “We continue to hear from members of the ALSP community that the path to an accurate diagnosis can be difficult, indirect, and time consuming.
  • As with many rare diseases, the misdiagnosis of ALSP can be a significant and persistent challenge to overcome.
  • It also showed that when considering genetic testing, access to approved treatments may be a motivator for patients, family members, and clinicians.
  • A structured patient journey workshop was hosted as a means of better understanding life with ALSP, including the impact of misdiagnosis and barriers to genetic testing.

Pace Center for Girls Launches TelePace: Expanding Virtual Therapeutic Services for Girls

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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Championed by Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz through Community Project Funding, this initiative aims to address the escalating demand for trauma-informed behavioral health services for girls.

Key Points: 
  • Championed by Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz through Community Project Funding, this initiative aims to address the escalating demand for trauma-informed behavioral health services for girls.
  • "Expanding access to mental health services is crucial, particularly for girls who may face barriers to traditional care,” said Sara Nunez, Executive Director of Pace Broward.
  • “Our goal is to ensure transportation and finances don’t become a barrier to providing the essential services that girls need."
  • The program adheres to the Pace Reach Therapeutic Services logic model, designed to be gender-responsive and meet the unique needs of girls.

GreenPath Financial Wellness Sees Significant Increase in Calls for Credit Card Debt Counseling

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GreenPath Financial Wellness , a national nonprofit that provides financial counseling and debt management services, reports an unparalleled increase in calls for counseling help with record-high credit card debt and delinquencies.

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  • FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GreenPath Financial Wellness , a national nonprofit that provides financial counseling and debt management services, reports an unparalleled increase in calls for counseling help with record-high credit card debt and delinquencies.
  • GreenPath saw a dramatic jump in demand for its debt pay-off program, the Debt Management Program (DMP).
  • In January 2022, clients enrolled an average debt balance of $16,022 in the Debt Management Program while in January 2024, the average debt balance among clients was $21,337.
  • That’s where credit counseling agencies can help.”
    GreenPath’s data echoes a recent New York Fed report indicating total credit card balances in the U.S. have reached $1.13 trillion.

Ropers Elevates Eight to Partner, Of Counsel, and Senior Associate, Welcomes Three New Partners to the Firm

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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Ropers Majeski’s Chairman Geoffrey Heineman says, “We congratulate these excellent lawyers on their achievements.

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  • Ropers Majeski’s Chairman Geoffrey Heineman says, “We congratulate these excellent lawyers on their achievements.
  • She has represented clients in a variety of matters including insurance, landlord/tenant, general real estate, business/commercial, and tort claims.
  • Christopher J. Gioia (New York) counsels clients on a wide array of matters, both in suit litigation and pre-suit counseling and avoidance of claims.
  • * elevated to Partner effective June 1, 2023
    ** elevated to Senior Associate effective January 1, 2024