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FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE'S NURSES SHINE WITH REMARKABLE EMPLOYMENT SUCCESS

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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LAKELAND, Fla., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College (FSC)'s Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences is celebrating an outstanding achievement as it reports a 100 percent employment rate for its May 2023 graduates.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College (FSC)'s Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences is celebrating an outstanding achievement as it reports a 100 percent employment rate for its May 2023 graduates.
  • Florida Southern reports a 100% NCLEX pass and employment rate for its May 2023 nursing graduates.
  • "We are immensely proud of our graduates and their remarkable achievements," said Dr. Laly Joseph, Dean of the Ann Blanton Edwards School of Nursing and Health Sciences at Florida Southern College.
  • It also speaks volumes about the quality of the education and the clinical experiences they receive here at Florida Southern."

AHN Named among "America's Best Employers" by Forbes Magazine for 5th Consecutive Year

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the fifth straight year, Allegheny Health Network (AHN) has been named one of "America's Best Employers by State" by Forbes Magazine.

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  • For the fifth straight year, Allegheny Health Network (AHN) has been named one of "America's Best Employers by State" by Forbes Magazine
    PITTSBURGH, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the fifth straight year, Allegheny Health Network (AHN) has been named one of "America's Best Employers by State" by Forbes Magazine.
  • This year, AHN is one of 13 Pennsylvania-based hospitals or health systems to be named among the nation's "Best Employers."
  • AHN has appeared on the list each year since Forbes first published it in 2019.
  • Earlier this year, Highmark Health was named to the Forbes list of "America's Best Employers" for the second consecutive year, in the "large employers" category.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Joe Littlejohn, Jr as a Top Pinnacle Professional for his contributions to the field of Medical Technology and Urology

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Friday, June 16, 2023
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MECHANICSBURG, Pa., June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Joe Littlejohn, Jr. is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for his contributions to the field of Medical Technology and Urology.

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  • MECHANICSBURG, Pa., June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Joe Littlejohn, Jr. is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for his contributions to the field of Medical Technology and Urology.
  • According to the doctor, urology is the branch of medicine that focuses on surgical and medical diseases of the male and female urinary-tract system and the male reproductive organs.
  • Aside from his medical career, Dr. Littlejohn, Jr. serves as an Assistant Professor of Surgery within the Department of Urology at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center.
  • The doctor offers his services at Penn State Health Surgery Specialties (Hershey Pennsylvania) & Penn State Health Medical Group Camp Hill Specialties.

Milton Hershey School Names 2023 Alumnus of the Year

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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HERSHEY, Pa., May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Milton Hershey School has named Robin Ferrer '00 as the 2023 Alumnus of the Year in recognition of his accomplishments in health care leadership.

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  • HERSHEY, Pa., May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Milton Hershey School has named Robin Ferrer '00 as the 2023 Alumnus of the Year in recognition of his accomplishments in health care leadership.
  • He is resourceful, thoughtful and committed—all qualities exemplified by distinguished graduates of Milton Hershey School who are named Alumnus of the Year," said MHS President Pete Gurt '85.
  • "Milton Hershey School saw something in me that I never saw in myself.
  • I have an enormous responsibility to drive that mission forward and do everything within my power to make Milton Hershey School proud."

Research Study on Comfort of the New FLUME Catheter to Begin Recruitment

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Friday, April 28, 2023
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The Flume Catheter Company Ltd. (TFCC), a medical device company dedicated to developing an improved alternative to the Foley indwelling urinary catheter, announced the launch of a study to gather real-world data on patient experiences with the new FLUME catheter.

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  • The Flume Catheter Company Ltd. (TFCC), a medical device company dedicated to developing an improved alternative to the Foley indwelling urinary catheter, announced the launch of a study to gather real-world data on patient experiences with the new FLUME catheter.
  • The FLUME catheter is distinguished by an alternative balloon configuration, designed to envelop the tip of the catheter upon inflation and, thereby, allow the emptying bladder to come into contact with the compliant balloon rather than a rigid catheter tip.
  • , FLUME Catheter Comfort Study Principal Investigator, and associate professor of Surgery in the Division of Urology at Duke University School of Medicine .
  • This could be game-changer for these patients.”
    The new study will help researchers learn more about whether the FLUME catheter may improve patients’ perceptions around comfort and quality of life.

Results from Benefit of Microcor in Acute Decompensated Heart Failure (BMAD) Trial Presented as ACC.23/WCC Late-Breaking Clinical Trial

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Monday, March 6, 2023
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Based on BMAD Trial results, ZOLL Heart Failure Management System (ZOLL HFMS) reduced 90-day heart failure hospital readmission by 38% (p=0.03).1 To learn more, view BMAD Trial clinical results .

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  • Based on BMAD Trial results, ZOLL Heart Failure Management System (ZOLL HFMS) reduced 90-day heart failure hospital readmission by 38% (p=0.03).1 To learn more, view BMAD Trial clinical results .
  • ZOLL HFMS is non-invasive and can be worn by patients 24 hours a day.
  • Certified technicians from the ZOLL Independent Diagnostic Testing Facility monitor data from ZOLL HFMS and provide physicians with timely notifications based on patient-specific trends according to predefined criteria.
  • The system is intended for patients following an acute heart decompensation event that resulted in a hospitalization or clinic visit.

29 Organizations Achieve Excellence in Respiratory Care

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Thursday, February 16, 2023
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Irving, Feb. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) has named 29 organizations from across the U.S. as recipients of the 2023-2024 Apex Recognition Award.

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  • Irving, Feb. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) has named 29 organizations from across the U.S. as recipients of the 2023-2024 Apex Recognition Award.
  • The designation exemplifies best practices in the profession and promotes patient safety and outcomes by providing access to respiratory therapists who deliver high-quality respiratory care.
  • Congratulations to our 2023-2024 Apex Recognition Award recipients.”
    The AARC is dedicated to supporting the respiratory care profession.
  • The Apex award program distinguishes facilities for their commitment to excellence in professional development, evidence-based care, patient safety, patient satisfaction and quality improvement.

PENN STATE THON™ RAISES $15,006,132.46 FOR CHILDHOOD CANCER AND BREAKS ALL-TIME ANNUAL FUNDRAISING RECORD

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Sunday, February 19, 2023
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa., Feb. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Penn State THON, the world's largest student-run philanthropy that delivers year-round financial and emotional aid to families affected by childhood cancer, announced that it raised an all-time annual high of $15,006,132.46 following the organization's annual 46-hour no sleeping or sitting dance marathon. All proceeds from THON's fundraising efforts benefit its sole beneficiary Four Diamonds, a national nonprofit gift fund that covers 100% of all medical expenses for families with childhood cancer at Penn State Health Children's Hospital, while also supporting an extensive cancer research program at Penn State College of Medicine.

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  • All proceeds from THON's fundraising efforts benefit its sole beneficiary Four Diamonds, a national nonprofit gift fund that covers 100% of all medical expenses for families with childhood cancer at Penn State Health Children's Hospital, while also supporting an extensive cancer research program at Penn State College of Medicine.
  • Founded by Charles and Irma Millard following the passing of their son Christopher to pediatric cancer, Four Diamonds and THON have been partners in the fight against childhood cancer since 1977.
  • Over the last 51 years, THON and Four Diamonds have helped over 4,800 families experiencing childhood cancer by covering all medical expenses, including comprehensive specialty care services at Penn State Health Children's Hospital.
  • They've helped create and develop a multifaceted cancer research program in collaboration with Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State College of Medicine.

CLEW Announces Tele-ICU Conversion and Accelerator Program

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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BOSTON, Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CLEW, a provider of real-time AI analytics platforms for healthcare providers, announced the launch of the CLEW ICU Conversion and Accelerator program. The program includes CLEW's FDA-cleared AI predictive models, the CLEW ICU workflow platform, and packaged integrations to EMR, monitoring, and AV equipment. In addition, the program includes consulting and implementation resources that will allow health systems in the US to seamlessly migrate from the Philips eICU® software within 12 weeks.

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  • BOSTON, Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CLEW, a provider of real-time AI analytics platforms for healthcare providers, announced the launch of the CLEW ICU Conversion and Accelerator program.
  • The program includes CLEW's FDA-cleared AI predictive models, the CLEW ICU workflow platform, and packaged integrations to EMR, monitoring, and AV equipment.
  • "As they evaluate transitioning from their legacy Tele-ICU solutions, healthcare providers have increasingly reached out to CLEW.
  • The Conversion and Accelerator program includes a pre-built integration hub that significantly reduces the IT resources required to install and maintain the EMR and patient bedside monitoring interfaces.

Hotels for Trial Supports THON and Four Diamonds in Its Mission of Conquering Childhood Cancer

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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Ryan Spear, president of Hotels for Trial, and his wife Nicki – both Penn State alumni – have supported the organization since they first participated in the student-run philanthropy THON during their college years.

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  • Ryan Spear, president of Hotels for Trial, and his wife Nicki – both Penn State alumni – have supported the organization since they first participated in the student-run philanthropy THON during their college years.
  • “I have personally experienced the massive impact this event has on the students, the children and the families attending.
  • Penn State THON is the largest student-run philanthropy in the world with thousands of volunteers dedicated to improving the lives of kids with cancer and their families.
  • The goal of Four Diamonds is to end childhood cancer by providing excellent care, all-encompassing support and cutting-edge research to children receiving care at Penn State Health Children's Hospital as well as their families.