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Digital Therapeutics (DTx) Market Worth $21.9 Billion | MarketsandMarkets™

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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The sales channel segment in the digital therapeutics market is categorized into business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-customer (B2C).

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  • The sales channel segment in the digital therapeutics market is categorized into business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-customer (B2C).
  • Digital Therapeutics (DTx) Market Dynamics:
    Key Market Players of Digital Therapeutics (DTx) Industry:
    Prominent players in the digital therapeutics market include Noom, Inc (US), Teladoc Health, Inc. (US), Omada Health, Inc. (US), WellDoc, Inc (US), Biofourmis (US), Better Therapeutics, Inc (US), Amalgm Rx (US), CogniFit Inc (US), Headspace Health (US), Propeller Health (US), Virta Health Corp (US), 2Morrow, Inc. (US), Realizedcare (US), Canary Health (US), Twill Inc. (US), Click Therapeutics, Inc. (US), Akili, Inc. (US), Cognoa, Inc (US), Wellthy Therapeutics Pvt.
  • Market Development: Comprehensive information detailing lucrative market – the report analyses the digital therapeutics market across various regions as well as countries.
  • Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new software and programs, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the digital therapeutics market.

Meridian Behavioral Health Names Lewis Zeidner as Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Meridian Behavioral Health (Meridian) today announced it has named Lewis P. Zeidner, PhD as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Meridian Behavioral Health (Meridian) today announced it has named Lewis P. Zeidner, PhD as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • Dr. Zeidner is a seasoned healthcare executive and has an extensive history of working in the behavioral health sector.
  • Dr. Zeidner commented, "Access to high quality mental health and substance use care in both urban and rural parts of Minnesota for those with Medicaid or Commercial Insurance has been the mission for Meridian Behavioral Health for a quarter of a century.
  • Prior to M Health Fairview, Dr. Zeidner was Clinical Director of Behavior Healthcare Providers where he built out the clinical team and developed relationships with key providers and clinical leaders in the field.

Psyclarity Health Massachusetts Expands its Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Services

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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SAUGUS, Mass., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Psyclarity Health has always been a go-to resource for those seeking effective addiction and mental health treatment for men. Now, these resources have been expanded with treatment modalities and staff tailored specifically for women.

Key Points: 
  • Psyclarity Health, a leading behavioral health service provider, has broadened its services to include comprehensive, compassionate, and gender-specific care for women.
  • SAUGUS, Mass., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Psyclarity Health has always been a go-to resource for those seeking effective addiction and mental health treatment for men.
  • Psyclarity Health aims to fulfill these needs by offering access to state-of-the-art addiction treatment services tailored to any patient, regardless of their gender needs.
  • Inclusivity: Psyclarity Health addiction treatment centers can accept and accommodate members of the LGBTQ community.

Introducing Hidden River's Business Development Team

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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CHESTER, N.J., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- We're thrilled to introduce you to the Business Development team at Hidden River and share details about their new territories.

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  • CHESTER, N.J., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- We're thrilled to introduce you to the Business Development team at Hidden River and share details about their new territories.
  • As a member of Hidden River's business development team, Tamie's clinical eating disorder and addictions acumen proves invaluable to those seeking residential treatment.
  • Melissa Rodriguez joined Hidden River as the Outreach and Business Development Representative in January 2023.
  • Please join us as we celebrate the members of Hidden River's Business Development team and their new territories.

Thousands of San Francisco City Workers Rally to Protect Public Services as Contract Negotiations Begin

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO , Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, January 17th, over 2,500 San Francisco city workers represented by multiple unions, including IFPTE Local 21 and SEIU Local 1021, flooded the steps of City Hall, spilling out onto Polk Street and the plaza. Energy and spirits were high, but the tone and message to City Hall were nonetheless serious: San Francisco needs public services more than ever, and they need to be public.

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  • Energy and spirits were high, but the tone and message to City Hall were nonetheless serious: San Francisco needs public services more than ever, and they need to be public.
  • "The City is wasting millions upon millions of dollars to outsource public services to companies outside of SF with very little oversight or accountability."
  • City workers in attendance were adamant in their demands to staff up, protect public services, and keep them public.
  • The Public Employee Committee of the San Francisco Labor Council brings together over 30,000 dedicated public service workers among 26 unions.

BioCorRx Appoints Renowned Investment and Capital Markets Executive Louis Lucido as President

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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Additionally, the Company announced that Brady Granier has submitted his letter of resignation as President of BioCorRx Inc. and Chief Executive Officer of BioCorRx Pharmaceuticals, a subsidiary of the Company, effective January 31, 2024.

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  • Additionally, the Company announced that Brady Granier has submitted his letter of resignation as President of BioCorRx Inc. and Chief Executive Officer of BioCorRx Pharmaceuticals, a subsidiary of the Company, effective January 31, 2024.
  • Mr. Granier's resignation did not arise as a result of any disagreement with the Company nor BioCorRx Pharmaceuticals.
  • Lourdes Felix, CEO, CFO, and Director of BioCorRx Inc., commented, “I am pleased to announce Louis’ appointment to Interim President of BioCorRx effective immediately and his transition to President of BioCorRx in February.
  • Louis’ breadth of experience in corporate finance and capital markets will be invaluable as we execute our growth strategy and plan for a Nasdaq listing.”
    Mr. Lucido has been a Director of BioCorRx Inc. since March 1, 2019.

Freedom Institute Welcomes Andrew Tatarsky, PhD, Pioneer and Founder of Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240111045086/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240111045086/en/
    Andrew Tatarsky, PhD, Director of Clinical Programming at Freedom Institute (Photo: Business Wire)
    The founder of Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy (IHRP) and a leader in the field, Dr. Tatarsky will build new IHRP-centered programming to treat the spectrum of substance use disorders and other addictive behaviors and will create and facilitate an internal IHRP training program.
  • Dr. Tatarsky will work in close collaboration with Freedom Institute Medical Director Ryan Wade, MD, and Director of Clinical Services Caroline Kern, LMHC, to integrate the harm reduction framework alongside the organization’s existing abstinence-based programs.
  • Tatarsky is a true groundbreaker,” said Andrew J. Gerber, MD, PhD, President and Medical Director of Silver Hill Hospital, which is currently working toward a partnership with Freedom Institute.
  • In addition to developing an internal IHRP training program, Dr. Tatarsky will also facilitate external educational programs through the Silver Hill Academy for Research and Education (SHARE) .

Santa Monicans United: A New Organization Emerges to Tackle Santa Monica's Decline

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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"Santa Monica is in crisis, and my heart goes out to the residents and struggling businesses that have been impacted by the city's decline.

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  • "Santa Monica is in crisis, and my heart goes out to the residents and struggling businesses that have been impacted by the city's decline.
  • According to a 2022 survey, Santa Monica ranked 224 out of 230, making it one of the most unsafe cities in California," said Leana Greene, CEO of SMU.
  • According to a 2022 survey, Santa Monica ranked 224 out of 230, making it one of the most unsafe cities in California.
  • "As a Santa Monica renter and a board member of SMU, I am concerned about the ongoing challenges facing Santa Monica's residents due to the steady decline of quality of life.

ARC Opens Applications for 2024 Substance Use Disorder Recovery-to-Work Projects

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Monday, January 8, 2024
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WASHINGTON, D.C., January 8, 2024—The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) issued a Notice of Solicitation of Applications for its Investments Supporting Partnerships In Recovery Ecosystems (INSPIRE) Initiative , which addresses the disproportionate impact of the substance use disorder (SUD) crisis on Appalachian communities and workforces.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, D.C., January 8, 2024—The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) issued a Notice of Solicitation of Applications for its Investments Supporting Partnerships In Recovery Ecosystems (INSPIRE) Initiative , which addresses the disproportionate impact of the substance use disorder (SUD) crisis on Appalachian communities and workforces.
  • Applications are due March 8, 2024.
  • Through INSPIRE awards in 2024, ARC will continue to support the creation and expansion of services that help Appalachians in recovery from SUD obtain a job and stay on the job.
  • “Substance use disorder is an epidemic in our Appalachian communities that stretches beyond county and state borders,” said ARC Federal Co-Chair Gayle Manchin.

National Restaurant Association and National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Name 2024 Boards

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Restaurant Association and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) today announced their 2024 board officers, directors, and trustees.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Restaurant Association and the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) today announced their 2024 board officers, directors, and trustees.
  • "The restaurant industry is changing along with the expectations of the customers and communities we serve," said Michelle Korsmo, president & CEO of the National Restaurant Association and CEO of the NRAEF.
  • "As chairs of the Association and Foundation Boards, Jeff and Shaun bring a passion for exceptional dining experiences and community-based leadership.
  • Treasurer: Carrie Leishman is president and CEO of the Delaware Restaurant Association (DRA) and the Delaware Restaurant Association Educational Foundation.