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SMARTNEWS INTRODUCES "ANTI-DOOMSCROLLING" FEATURE: SmartTake

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartNews, a global leader in news discovery, is redefining information consumption by announcing the launch of SmartTake, a novel newsfeed format designed to counter the anxiety caused by incessant consumption of negative news, also referred to as "doomscrolling." SmartTake is intentionally crafted to help users stay informed while prioritizing mental health of users and advancing overall well-being. It is available now with the latest update of the SmartNews app, for U.S. users only.

Key Points: 
  • SmartTake is intentionally crafted to help users stay informed while prioritizing mental health of users and advancing overall well-being.
  • "Helping drive this effort are SmartNews' team of experienced journalists who handpick stories for the SmartTake feed balancing must-know breaking news and positive information."
  • Additionally, SmartNews qualitatively analyzed 48 research participants and quantitatively analyzed more than 7,000 responses, all of which helped inform the effectiveness of SmartTake.
  • SmartTake is currently available in the latest version of the SmartNews app in the Apple App Store and on Google Play (U.S. only).

New Expert Analysis Finds that Without Legislative Action, Vehicle Owners will Pay Significantly More for Repairs

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022

WASHINGTON, Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The CAR Coalition, a growing group of independent automotive parts, management and repair companies, associations, and insurers committed to preserving consumer choice and affordable vehicle repair, today released two official research papers focused on the impact of right to repair legislation in the auto industry. The two papers, which are focused on the REPAIR Act (H.R. 6570), authored by Aaron Perzanowski of University of Michigan Law School, and the SMART Act (H.R. 3664), authored by Joshua Sarnoff of DePaul University College of Law, argue that in the face of rising costs and restrictions to auto repairs, consumers will face even higher costs without legislative action.

Key Points: 
  • 6570 ), authored by Aaron Perzanowski of University of Michigan Law School, and the SMART Act ( H.R.
  • Key excerpts from Professor Aaron Perzanowski's paper focused on the REPAIR Act include:
    "Compared to independent repair shops, dealerships charge consumers 36% more for repairs."
  • "By denying consumers and their preferred independent repair providers access to this crucial information, carmakers and dealers can reduce competition and increase the cost of vehicle repairs."
  • "The REPAIR Act offers a sensible, forward looking, nationwide solution that protects the rights of vehicle owners and promotes a robustly competitive repair industry."

Report on Bipartisan Therapy Bill "SMART Act" Paves the Way for Congressional Action

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The results of a new independent, nonpartisan study, commissioned by a coalition of health care provider groups, including the American Physical Therapy Association, show Medicare could save between $168 million and $242 million over 10 years by reducing administrative burdens on physical therapists and occupational therapists. These savings could help offset urgently needed changes necessary to improve access to therapy services for Medicare beneficiaries and to provide relief to rural and medically underserved areas of the country experiencing therapy workforce shortages. The win-win findings underscore the urgent need for Congress to pass pending legislation that would make those improvements possible.

Key Points: 
  • The win-win findings underscore the urgent need for Congress to pass pending legislation that would make those improvements possible.
  • The study, conducted by Dobson DaVanzo & Associates , looked at the potential financial impact of the Stabilizing Medicare Access to Rehabilitation and Therapy Act, or SMART Act (H.R.
  • The bill aims to exempt rural or underserved areas from a 15% Medicare payment cut implemented earlier this year when services are provided by an occupational therapy assistant or physical therapist assistant.
  • "Through the SMART Act we can improve access to physical and occupational therapy services while cutting red tape in Washington," said Rep. Jason Smith, R-Mo.