Environmental medicine

GOODWIN UNIVERSITY STEPPING UP TO ADDRESS STATEWIDE LPN SHORTAGE

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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EAST HARTFORD, Conn., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To help address a state shortage of healthcare workers, Goodwin University recently applied to the Connecticut Department of Public Health Board of Examiners for Nursing for approval to offer a new Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) certificate program.

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  • EAST HARTFORD, Conn., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To help address a state shortage of healthcare workers, Goodwin University recently applied to the Connecticut Department of Public Health Board of Examiners for Nursing for approval to offer a new Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) certificate program.
  • The Goodwin program will be offered at its East Hartford campus as well as at the University of Bridgeport campus.
  • Goodwin responded to a similar shortage in 2004 by launching its first nursing program.
  • "The addition of the LPN program will help ensure that our academic offerings are in sync with the workforce needs."

REPORT on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulation (EU) 2017/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 May 2017 on mercury as regards dental amalgam and other mercury-added products[...]

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Sunday, January 14, 2024
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REPORT on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulation (EU) 2017/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 May 2017 on mercury as regards dental amalgam and other mercury-added products subject to manufacturing, import and export restrictionsCommittee on the Environment, Public Health and Food SafetyMarlene Mortler Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

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REPORT on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulation (EU) 2017/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 May 2017 on mercury as regards dental amalgam and other mercury-added products subject to manufacturing, import and export restrictionsCommittee on the Environment, Public Health and Food SafetyMarlene Mortler Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

A Potentially Fatal Disease Converges with Romance and International Terrorism in New Medical Thriller

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Monday, January 8, 2024
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BOSTON, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The investigation of a rare blood disease by a young doctor leads to the development of an unexpected romance and becoming embroiled in an international terrorist plot involving Brexit in the new novel "Cluster." A 'cluster' of disease refers to an apparent excess of disease in a confined geographical area.

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  • A 'cluster' of disease refers to an apparent excess of disease in a confined geographical area.
  • "Often in my medical career, I encounter patients frustrated their disease was of an unknown cause," said McCunney.
  • "I integrated the investigation of the blood diseases with romance and international terrorism involving Northern Ireland, which incorporates my long interest in Irish history and contemporary politics with my experience in medicine."
  • Over his career, he has evaluated "clusters" of diseases and has lectured on the topic around the world.

Mary Kay Inc Presents New Findings on an Antioxidant Blend That Can Reduce the Visible Effects of Pollution and Aging on Skin

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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Mary Kay Inc. , a global leader in skin care innovation, recently revealed breakthrough research on a treatment that diminishes the visible effects of pollution and aging on human skin.

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  • Mary Kay Inc. , a global leader in skin care innovation, recently revealed breakthrough research on a treatment that diminishes the visible effects of pollution and aging on human skin.
  • Scientists at Mary Kay have been investigating the effects of air pollution on skin through multiple academic collaborations since 2016.
  • Previous efforts have analyzed the biochemical responses of human skin cells to various forms of pollution, including diesel exhaust and urban air pollution.
  • Mary Kay holds more than 1,600 patents for products, technologies, and packaging designs in its global portfolio.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Matthew A. T. Clarke, MD, MBA as a Top Pinnacle Professional for his contributions to the fields of Occupational and Environmental Medicine

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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FOREST HILLS, N.Y., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Matthew A. T. Clarke, MD, MBA, is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for his contributions to the fields of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

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  • FOREST HILLS, N.Y., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Matthew A. T. Clarke, MD, MBA, is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for his contributions to the fields of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.
  • Dr. Clarke attended Albany Medical College in 1996 where he earned a medical degree.
  • The doctor is board certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) and explained that the ABFM is a non-profit independent medical association of American physicians who practice family medicine and its sub-specialties.
  • In addition to his vocation, Dr. Clarke said that he greatly enjoys ministry at his church where he and his wife serve together.

First Integrative and Functional Medicine Healthcare Network Lands on Inc. 5000 List of Fastest Growing Companies

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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FLINT, Mich., Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forum Health, LLC, a nationwide network of integrative and functional medicine providers, is the first network of its kind to be included on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. 

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  • FLINT, Mich., Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forum Health, LLC, a nationwide network of integrative and functional medicine providers, is the first network of its kind to be included on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
  • Inclusion in the list comes at a significant period of evolution for the company, being recognized at #1709 in the Inc. 5000 list and more importantly ranked 127 in Healthcare Services.
  • We assembled the top thought leaders in the functional and integrative medicine space to meet the demand from consumers who want more from healthcare.
  • We're now focused on further accelerating our momentum as the leader in this arena and driving measurable results for our patients."

Gabriela Uquillas Selected as New Chief Financial Officer of the Dallas County Medical Society

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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The Dallas County Medical Society (DCMS) is pleased to announce that Gabriela Uquillas, MBA, has been selected as its new Chief Financial Officer.

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  • The Dallas County Medical Society (DCMS) is pleased to announce that Gabriela Uquillas, MBA, has been selected as its new Chief Financial Officer.
  • “Gabriela impressed everyone with her expertise, leadership, and thoughtful communication style,” said Executive Vice President & CEO, Jon R. Roth, MS, CAE.
  • “I am honored to join the DCMS team and to have the opportunity to serve physician members in Dallas County,” said Gabriela.
  • About DCMS: The Dallas County Medical Society (DCMS) is a professional society of over 9,000 physicians, resident physicians, and medical students who live or practice in Dallas County, TX.

Mount Sinai Institute for Exposomics Research Awarded $8.45 Million Grant to Study Environmental Health

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Institute of Environmental Health Science (NIEHS) has awarded Mount Sinai's Department of Environmental Medicine and Public Health and its Institute for Exposomics Research a new five-year P30 Center grant totaling $8.45 million to fund infrastructure that supports research on environmental exposures, including climate change, and their effects on health, disease, and development across the human lifespan.

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  • NEW YORK, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Institute of Environmental Health Science (NIEHS) has awarded Mount Sinai's Department of Environmental Medicine and Public Health and its Institute for Exposomics Research a new five-year P30 Center grant totaling $8.45 million to fund infrastructure that supports research on environmental exposures, including climate change, and their effects on health, disease, and development across the human lifespan.
  • The Institute for Exposomic Research at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is the world's first institute to focus on exposomics.
  • The NIEHS core centers support multidisciplinary research in environmental health and exposomics.
  • Eligible institutions must demonstrate significant existing National Institutes of Health support for environmental research.

Work Health Solutions Names Dr. Peter Lee Chief Executive Officer

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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Work Health Solutions, providers of concierge-style occupational medicine for large-scale employers nationwide, announces the appointment of Peter Lee, MD as Chief Executive Officer.

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  • Work Health Solutions, providers of concierge-style occupational medicine for large-scale employers nationwide, announces the appointment of Peter Lee, MD as Chief Executive Officer.
  • Most recently, Dr. Lee served as Global Medical Director for Amazon where he led clinical operations and industrial hygiene, directed occupational health and wellness, developed worldwide responsive health policies, and drove advancements in health technology, global health security and benefits design.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230614816100/en/
    Peter Lee, MD - Amazon’s Former Global Medical Director, now Chief Executive Officer of Work Health Solutions, providers of concierge-style occupational medicine for large-scale employers nationwide.
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    “At Amazon, we enlisted Work Health Solutions as a strategic partner, and they exceeded every expectation with their unique approach and exceptional customer service.

Stork Club launches maternity program with clinical study showing significant reduction in preterm births and unnecessary C-sections

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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Stork Club is the first provider in the US to offer managed birth doula care under employer-sponsored health plans.

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  • Stork Club is the first provider in the US to offer managed birth doula care under employer-sponsored health plans.
  • Given their commitment to cost-effective, evidence-based care, Stork Club also announced the results of the study, currently under peer review in a leading academic journal, indicate that Stork Club doula care was associated with a 45% reduction in unnecessary c-sections and a 58% reduction in preterm births compared to national averages.
  • A study of Stork Club's program shows a substantial reduction in preterm births and unnecessary C-sections, resulting in lower overall maternity care costs.
  • Based on the study's results, birthing persons who used Stork Club Birth Doula care experienced 45% fewer Cesarean births and 58% fewer preterm births (vs.