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Cardiometabolic Health Congress Becomes First Organization to Offer Certification in Cardiometabolic Health

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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Boca Raton, FL, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) announced today that learners who complete its Foundations of Cardiometabolic Health Certificate Course now have the opportunity to sit for the Certified Cardiometabolic Health Professional (CCHP) examination.

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  • Boca Raton, FL, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) announced today that learners who complete its Foundations of Cardiometabolic Health Certificate Course now have the opportunity to sit for the Certified Cardiometabolic Health Professional (CCHP) examination.
  • Regarding the certification announcement, Dr. Eckel said, "I cannot overstate the tremendous implications of having a dedicated certification on the entire field of cardiometabolic health.
  • The Foundations of Cardiometabolic Health Certificate Course is currently open for enrollment to physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and any other health professional interested in furthering their knowledge in the core principles of cardiometabolic health.
  • Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) is a single point of access for breakthrough research, comprehensive education, and practical clinical strategies surrounding cardiometabolic health.

Sage secures $15M to improve quality of care for older adults and combat caregiver burnout

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sage, a technology company reinventing care for older adults through its unified care coordination platform, has raised $15 million in Series A funding led by new investor Maveron. The round also includes all major investors including Goldcrest Capital, ANIMO Ventures, and Distributed Ventures. Natalie Dillon, partner at Maveron, will be joining the Sage board of directors as the first outside board member.

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  • Natalie Dillon, partner at Maveron, will be joining the Sage board of directors as the first outside board member.
  • Sage improves senior living community operations, caregiver and resident satisfaction, and reduces caregiver turnover
    In the wake of widespread healthcare worker shortages and increasing numbers of older adults as a percent of the U.S. population, Sage technology fills a critical gap within senior living communities.
  • Communities enabled with Sage have seen caregivers' response times improve by as much as 50 percent while also improving caregiver satisfaction and up to a 40 percent reduction in caregiver churn.
  • "Our mission at Sage is to improve the care and quality of life for caregivers and older adults," says Raj Mehra, co-founder and CEO at Sage.

COVID-19 Pandemic Spurs Demand: Urinary Drainage Bags Vital for Efficient Patient Care in Hospitals - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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Key drivers propelling this growth include the increasing aging population, favorable reimbursement policies, and a rising prevalence of urological diseases.

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  • Key drivers propelling this growth include the increasing aging population, favorable reimbursement policies, and a rising prevalence of urological diseases.
  • The continuous uptick in urological disorders such as urinary retention, cystitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia, Urinary Incontinence (UI), and kidney stones, all contributing to bladder dysfunction, underscores the growing demand for urinary drainage bags.
  • This underscores the increasing need for urinary drainage bags and fuels market growth over the forecast period.
  • This heightened demand for efficient patient care in hospital settings is projected to drive significant and sustained market growth post-pandemic.

National Safety Council Estimates 21,150 People Died on U.S. Roads in First Half of 2023

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Preliminary estimates released by the National Safety Council show traffic deaths in the U.S. are on a slight decline through the first six months of 2023, as compared to the same period in 2022. From January 2023 through June 2023, an estimated 21,150 people died in preventable motor vehicle crashes in the United States, down 3% from the first six months of last year.

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  • From January 2023 through June 2023, an estimated 21,150 people died in preventable motor vehicle crashes in the United States, down 3% from the first six months of last year.
  • "While there is a glimmer of hope that progress is being made, these estimates are still a stark reminder of the work that lies ahead," said Mark Chung, executive vice president of roadway practice at the National Safety Council.
  • The estimates further underscore the urgent need for continued efforts to improve road safety across the nation through the implementation of the Safe System approach ."
  • NSC motor vehicle fatality estimates and supplemental estimate information, including estimates for each state, can be found here .

New Studies Show Daily Prune Consumption Supports Cardiovascular Health in Aging Population

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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"We want to advance the research on this topic area to better understand how prune consumption relates to cardiometabolic health outcomes, especially in the aging population that often experiences an elevated risk for cardiovascular disease."

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  • "We want to advance the research on this topic area to better understand how prune consumption relates to cardiometabolic health outcomes, especially in the aging population that often experiences an elevated risk for cardiovascular disease."
  • "It is exciting to see research on prune consumption and cardiovascular health expand," says Andrea N. Giancoli, MPH, RDN, Nutrition Advisor, California Prune Board.
  • These two studies represent the latest additions of research on prune consumption and human health.
  • Previous research has shown that daily prune consumption can help support gut health, bone health, and weight management.

Six PruittHealth Skilled Nursing Centers Earn National Quality Awards

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
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NORCROSS, Ga., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Six PruittHealth skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers were recognized as 2023 recipients of the Bronze – Commitment to Quality award and Silver – Achievement in Quality award by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) for their commitment to improving the lives of patients through quality care.

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  • NORCROSS, Ga., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Six PruittHealth skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers were recognized as 2023 recipients of the Bronze – Commitment to Quality award and Silver – Achievement in Quality award by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) for their commitment to improving the lives of patients through quality care.
  • "As a family-owned organization, compassionate care and service are at the heart of everything we do.
  • Our caregivers consistently strive to provide our patients and their families with the highest quality of care possible, and these awards are a testament to their hard work," said Neil L. Pruitt, Jr., chairman and CEO of PruittHealth.
  • The following PruittHealth location is a 2023 recipient of the AHCA/NCAL Silver – Achievement in Quality Award:
    The following PruittHealth locations are 2023 recipients of the AHCA/NCAL Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award:

Four Genesis HealthCare-Affiliated Skilled Nursing Facilities Earn 2023 AHCA/NCAL Silver National Quality Award

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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This year, 63 skilled nursing care centers, eight assisted living communities, and one dual skilled nursing/assisted living facility in 27 states earned the Silver Award – the second of three distinctions possible through the AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Program.

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  • This year, 63 skilled nursing care centers, eight assisted living communities, and one dual skilled nursing/assisted living facility in 27 states earned the Silver Award – the second of three distinctions possible through the AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Program.
  • “We are incredibly proud of their achievement.”
    The National Quality Award Program has three progressive levels: Bronze, Silver, and Gold.
  • “We are delighted to honor these incredible providers for being recognized at the Silver level,” said Cathy Bergland, AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Board Chair.
  • Keep striving for excellence.”
    On June 1, AHCA/NCAL announced that nearly 400 facilities earned the Bronze - Commitment to Quality award, including 30 skilled nursing and senior/assisted living facilities affiliated with Genesis.

Cultural Responsiveness Enhances Access to Care and Improves Health Outcomes

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Monday, May 8, 2023
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230508005541/en/
    AmeriHealth Caritas: Cultural competency and cultural humility lead to better patient care and higher patient satisfaction, especially for minorities.
  • (Graphic: AmeriHealth Caritas)
    To minimize this potential, AmeriHealth Caritas encourages health care professionals and organizations to develop a culturally responsive environment where the delivery of health care services responds to the social, cultural and linguistic background of their patients.
  • Cultural responsiveness was an essential component of patient care during the pandemic, said AmeriHealth Caritas Director of Health Equity Danielle Brooks.
  • Access to quality maternal health care ensures the good health of a mother which helps ensure the good health of her newborn child and the rest of her family.

ASQ Government Division Awards Quality Validation to the National Center for Explosive Training and Research

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Monday, May 8, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The ASQ Government Division conferred its Silver Level Award to the National Center for Explosive Training and Research (NCETR) within the U.S. Department of Justice's Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).

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  • PHILADELPHIA, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The ASQ Government Division conferred its Silver Level Award to the National Center for Explosive Training and Research (NCETR) within the U.S. Department of Justice's Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).
  • The award validates that NCETR was assessed under the ASQ/ANSI G1: Standard for Evaluating the Quality of Government Operations and Services.
  • The ASQ Government Division is part of ASQ, a global membership association for quality professionals.
  • The Government Division has more than 1,200 quality and performance improvement professionals from all areas of government, dedicated to its mission to find, develop, and support quality and performance improvement champions in government.

Hyundai Continues Partnership with Children's Hospital Los Angeles to Promote Child Passenger and Pedestrian Safety

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America announced the continuation of its partnership with Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) , donating $150,000 to the Injury Prevention Program in support of child passenger and pedestrian safety.

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America announced the continuation of its partnership with Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) , donating $150,000 to the Injury Prevention Program in support of child passenger and pedestrian safety.
  • Meanwhile, NHTSA's National Center for Statistics and Analysis found that almost 300 pedestrian deaths occurred in California in 2018.
  • Additionally, CHLA and Hyundai will host more LA Street Smarts events in both Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
  • Founded in 1901, Children's Hospital Los Angeles is the largest provider of care for children in Los Angeles County, the No.