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Professional Transition Strategies Commits Over $1.5 Million to Support National, Global and Local Charities in the Last Three Years

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

PTS, Social responsibility, Culture, Cosmetic dentistry, Organization, Dentistry, Domestic violence, American Academy, Survivor, Human, Pharmaceutical industry

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Professional Transition Strategies (PTS), a company that facilitates dental practice sales and mergers & acquisitions, proudly shared the achievement of giving over $1.5 million through direct donations and through its donor advised fund to serve as a catalyst in supporting various charitable initiatives.

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As a social impact organization, PTS makes charitable giving a team effort by funding and matching employee donations.
In 2023, PTS empowered its team members by granting each individual $1,000 to donate to a charity of their choice.
To further amplify the impact, PTS also provided the opportunity for $5,000 in matching donations.
This initiative allows employees to align their personal values with charitable endeavors, fostering a culture of collective giving and support.

Kaia Health Introduces the First Comprehensive Spanish-Language Digital Pain Management Platform, Enhancing Access to Spanish Speakers in the U.S.

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

Therapy, Health equity, PTS, Physical, Exercise, MSK

Developed in collaboration with Physical Therapists (PTs), health coaches, and Spanish-speaking users, Kaia Health's signature musculoskeletal (MSK) therapy – complete with coaching and clinical oversight – is now available in Spanish.

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Developed in collaboration with Physical Therapists (PTs), health coaches, and Spanish-speaking users, Kaia Health's signature musculoskeletal (MSK) therapy – complete with coaching and clinical oversight – is now available in Spanish.
Gustavo Castrogómez, a Kaia Health user, shared his experience, saying, "Having a digital pain-management app entirely in Spanish has been a game changer.
Spanish speaking health coaches are also available to support, nurture, and equip users in achieving their health goals.
This underscores Kaia Health's commitment to health equity and ensures everyone can seamlessly access our innovative musculoskeletal platform anytime, anywhere," said Konstantin Mehl, Founder and CEO, Kaia Health.

United Rentals, Through Partnership With RLL Racing, Donates More Than $90,000 to the National Nonprofit SoldierStrong

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

SoldierStrong, Life, Acute stress disorder, Partnership, Veteran, Rahal, IndyCar, PTS, IndyCar Series, NTT, Veterans' affairs, Hospital

“United Rentals has a long-standing commitment of veteran support, both for our own team members transitioning from service through our Veterans United Employee Resource Group, and through great organizations like SoldierStrong,” said Antwan Houston, Vice President, Tools Region and Veterans United Leader at United Rentals.

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“United Rentals has a long-standing commitment of veteran support, both for our own team members transitioning from service through our Veterans United Employee Resource Group, and through great organizations like SoldierStrong,” said Antwan Houston, Vice President, Tools Region and Veterans United Leader at United Rentals.
Just as important, United Rentals has called attention to the sacrifices and needs of America’s veterans,” said SoldierStrong co-founder and chairman Chris Meek.
“We are incredibly honored that United Rentals supports our efforts and is there for veterans who have given so much.
To date, SoldierStrong has donated 30 SoldierSuits and 30 BraveMind systems, valued at more than $5.5 million, to Veterans Affairs medical facilities and individual veterans.

Vino for Vets Donates $90,000 for National Nonprofit Organization That Aids Military Veterans in Taking Their Next Steps Forward

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

Courtney, Life, Acute stress disorder, Vino, Veteran, Rahal, Wine, Troop, PTS, Vet, NAPA, Veterans' affairs

“We are thrilled to donate $90,000 from this year’s Vino For Vets powered by DEEM.

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“We are thrilled to donate $90,000 from this year’s Vino For Vets powered by DEEM.
Those funds power the efforts of SoldierStrong, a national nonprofit based in Stamford, Conn., to help veterans take their next steps forward in life after service through the donation of revolutionary medical technology to Veterans Affairs medical facilities across the country.
Vino for Vets powered by DEEM combines the Rahals’ love for fine wine with their passion for military veterans.
The GCRF team strategically researches and selects some of the most sought-after, rare, and delicious wines to bring forward to attendees.

Merus Presents Interim Data on MCLA-129 at ESMO Asia Congress 2023

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Sunday, December 3, 2023

Neoplasm, Lung cancer, ESMO, PTS, Aes, RECIST, PRS, ILD, G5, EGFR, G2, Cetuximab, Publication, Head, Oncology, HNSCC, Causality, Patient, Safety, NSCLC, G3, Vaccine

UTRECHT, The Netherlands and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Merus N.V. (Nasdaq: MRUS) (“Merus”, “the Company”, “we”, or “our”), a clinical-stage oncology company developing innovative, full-length multispecific antibodies (Biclonics® and Triclonics®), today announced updated interim clinical data on MCLA-129 from ongoing expansion cohorts in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and in previously treated head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) were presented at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Asia Congress 2023.

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UTRECHT, The Netherlands and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Merus N.V. (Nasdaq: MRUS) (“Merus”, “the Company”, “we”, or “our”), a clinical-stage oncology company developing innovative, full-length multispecific antibodies (Biclonics® and Triclonics®), today announced updated interim clinical data on MCLA-129 from ongoing expansion cohorts in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and in previously treated head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) were presented at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Asia Congress 2023.
“MCLA-129 is a very active drug in EGFRm NSCLC and we’re planning a focused investment to evaluate MCLA-129 in combination with chemotherapy, which we expect to start early in 2024,” said Bill Lundberg M.D., President, Chief Executive Officer of Merus.
“We are in a fortunate position to have a strong balance sheet.
per investigator assessment
The full presentations are available on the Publications page of our website.

Broadcast Ascends Again in October on Strength of Sports Viewership, according to Nielsen's Report of The Gauge™

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

The broadcast sports genre was up again in October (+15%) after recording a massive 360% monthly increase in September.

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The broadcast sports genre was up again in October (+15%) after recording a massive 360% monthly increase in September.
Sports viewing, which was boosted most notably by NFL games and the MLB World Series, made up nearly 30% of all broadcast viewership.
In October 2022 by comparison, the sports genre made up 25% of the broadcast category, while the drama genre led with nearly 27%.
Also on a year-over-year basis, broadcast viewership was down by 5.6%, and the category has lost 1.4 share points.

YogaSix and Veterans Yoga Project Join Forces for Second Year to Support Veterans

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

The primary mission of VYP is to support recovery and resilience among our veterans, military families and communities.

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The primary mission of VYP is to support recovery and resilience among our veterans, military families and communities.
"At YogaSix, we believe in the profound impact yoga can have on mental and physical well-being”, said Lindsay Junk, President of YogaSix.
“Through this partnership with Veterans Yoga Project, we're extending our reach to thousands of servicemembers, offering them a path to find solace, strength, and balance.
To learn more about the partnership between YogaSix and Veterans Yoga Project, please visit www.veteransyogaproject.org .

Late-Breaking Clinical Trial Results Announced at The VEINS 2023

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Monday, October 30, 2023

Below are highlights of this morning's 4 late-breaking clinical trial presentations.

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Below are highlights of this morning's 4 late-breaking clinical trial presentations.
These favorable clinical outcomes highlight the need for randomized controlled trial data comparing MT with standard of care anticoagulation treatment.
In the second phase of the trial, 60 participants will be enrolled 1:1 in a dual-blinded, randomized controlled trial (RCT).
Of the 21 patients followed at 1 month, 19 (90.5%) had fully compressible and two had partially compressible common femoral veins.

Heroes on the Water Clarifies the Differences of Post Traumatic Stress in our Heroes

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Friday, October 20, 2023

Acute stress disorder, Water, USAF, Veteran, Diagnosis, RET, Trauma, Law enforcement, PTS, Nursing

Heroes on the Water ’s recently published article provides an important distinction between the types of post-traumatic stress most frequently seen between the groups.

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Heroes on the Water ’s recently published article provides an important distinction between the types of post-traumatic stress most frequently seen between the groups.
In the article, Heroes on the Water outlines the primary differences between combat and cumulative post-traumatic stress .
For example, while there are many ways a person in the military can experience PTS, combat related PTS is more widely known.
“It is important to recognize the similarities and differences of how post-traumatic stress manifests in our community,” says Neil Mullaney, Col (Ret) USAF, Heroes on the Water Executive Director.

NutriSource® To Celebrate Opening of New Facility Dedicated to Training Service Dogs for Veterans and First Responders

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Spot, K9s for Warriors, Soldier, Food, Life, Disability studies, Veteran, Light, The Spot, University of Minnesota, University, PTS, Depression, Dog, Supercell (video game company), Hospital, Mental health, Nursing, Pharmaceutical industry

PERHAM, Minn., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NutriSource®, one of America's most beloved and trusted pet brands, announced today the opening of The Spot, a new service dog training facility in Greenfield, MN that will provide "Battle Buddies" to veterans and first responders as they bravely follow their path towards healing.

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ft facility features a large training room that can host multiple service dog teams, a breakroom that simulates a home environment where veterans and first responders receive real-life training with their service dogs, and beautifully finished areas for intake, boarding, grooming and administration.
The Spot will identify recipients for service dogs in collaboration with Soldier's 6, a Minnesota-based non-profit that provides active-duty military members, honorably discharged veterans and first responders with specially trained K9s.
Under the direction of former law enforcement officer and The Spot's head trainer Mike Boehmer, The Spot is expected to train as many as 65 service dogs annually.
There is no cost to recipients for their service dogs or training.