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Study Uncovers How Medical Device Bias Could Lead to 5-Hour Delays in COVID-19 Treatment for Black Patients

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

The research revealed that pulse oximeter errors could have led Black patients to face a 4.5-hour delay in COVID-19 treatment.

Key Points: 
  • The research revealed that pulse oximeter errors could have led Black patients to face a 4.5-hour delay in COVID-19 treatment.
  • The findings underscore the fact that bias is not only human it can be engrained in the devices and tools clinicians rely on, too.
  • Examining How Bias Impacts Algorithms: Its not just humans or devices bias is also automated within medicine.
  • Ultimately, our goal is to eliminate health inequities and drive better health outcomes for patients in our network and nationwide.

Master the Skies of the Dragon Isles when World of Warcraft® Dragonflight Soars on November 28

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Players will discover the Dragon Isles and explore four new zoneseach themed around and revealing more about the ancient dragon aspectsall lovingly crafted by the World of Warcraft development team for veteran and new players alike.

Key Points: 
  • Players will discover the Dragon Isles and explore four new zoneseach themed around and revealing more about the ancient dragon aspectsall lovingly crafted by the World of Warcraft development team for veteran and new players alike.
  • As the Dragon Isles awaken, so too do long-forgotten secrets, and players will traverse land and sky as they explore what the Dragon Isles has to offer.
  • Soar through the skies as you master the all-new skill-based art of Dragonriding, which allows players to take to the air on the back of their own Dragon Isles Drake.
  • Dragonflight is available for digital pre-purchase as a Base edition ($49.99 SRP), Heroic edition ($69.99 SRP), and Epic edition ($89.99).

The Believer Bra by Care+Wear Raises Funds for Breast Cancer Research

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Care+Wear, a healthwear solutions company, bringing both comfort and fashion to patients undergoing treatment for chronic illnesses and the frontline workers who treat them, has expanded its line with The Believe Bra, a post-surgical recovery bra to include four new hues and prints. Starting this month, the fashion meets function bra will be available in pink, leopard, chocolate, and caccia, as well as black and nude.

Key Points: 
  • With the arrival of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it's impossible not to consider the emotional and physical toll that a breast cancer diagnosis has on patients.
  • Dedicated to helping breast cancer warriors overcome those challenges, Care+Wear developed a recovery bra to help patients immediately following mastectomies, lumpectomies, cardiothoracic and reconstructive surgeries.
  • Throughout the month of October, Care+Wear is partnering with The Pink Agenda to raise funds for breast cancer research with 10% of all net sales from The Believer Bra being donated.
  • "The Pink Agenda is committed to raising money for breast cancer research and care.

Multistrada V4 Rally: The Ducati Dedicated to Great Travelers

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Off-road capability increases with the Multistrada V4 Rally due to standard lightened spoke rims and reinforced engine guards.

Key Points: 
  • Off-road capability increases with the Multistrada V4 Rally due to standard lightened spoke rims and reinforced engine guards.
  • To achieve the potential of the Multistrada V4, Ducati has used its four Riding Modes (Sport, Touring, Urban and Enduro), but the Multistrada V4 Rally's Enduro mode evolves.
  • Ducati has also created apparel items to enjoy the touring possibilities of the Multistrada V4 Rally.
  • The Multistrada V4 Rally will be available in Ducati dealerships in the United States and Canada starting from May 2023.

Konica Minolta Wins Two Marketing Awards

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Ramsey, NJ, Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. ( Konica Minolta ) is proud to announce it has been named a winner in Ragans Video, Visual and Virtual Awards in the Visual Design and B2B Video categories.

Key Points: 
  • Ramsey, NJ, Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. ( Konica Minolta ) is proud to announce it has been named a winner in Ragans Video, Visual and Virtual Awards in the Visual Design and B2B Video categories.
  • Konica Minolta was chosen from a wide pool of entries to receive recognition for its work in these two categories:
    Konica Minolta made a building into branding.
  • We look forward to your continued achievements, said Brendan Gannon, Senior Marketing Manager for Awards Programs at Ragan Communications.
  • Ragan Communications and PR Daily run 15 awards programs each year, including the prestigious PR Daily Awards, Top Women in Communications Awards and Employee Communications Awards.

Award Winning Actress Sheryl Lee Ralph Joins Change the Pattern Initiative as a Celebrity Ambassador to Reimagine the Fight to End HIV/AIDS in the South

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

The AIDS Memorial Quilt has been a powerful voice for justice and activism for 35 years.

Key Points: 
  • The AIDS Memorial Quilt has been a powerful voice for justice and activism for 35 years.
  • Even so, the stories of Black and Brown lives lost to AIDS have not always been told.
  • Ralph attended the opening ceremony for the Change the Pattern exhibition at the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum.
  • During the event Ralph released a public service announcement for the initiative that encourages the public to take action.

ComEd Toolkit Helps Customers Navigate Purchasing an Electric Vehicle

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Because navigating the emergent electric vehicle (EV) market can be intimidating, ComEd has created a one-stop-shop for those considering an EV purchase.

Key Points: 
  • Because navigating the emergent electric vehicle (EV) market can be intimidating, ComEd has created a one-stop-shop for those considering an EV purchase.
  • The EV Toolkit empowers customers by providing the latest information and resources to help those considering an EV more easily make the transition.
  • Beyond the EV Toolkit, ComEd is committed to helping customers navigate new technology options, and to promote EV adoption broadly throughout the region.
  • While the EV Toolkit is designed for residential customers, ComEd has also recently launched programs geared toward its other customer classes.

Wyshbox Life Insurance study shows how the pandemic, inflation and looming recession has led to women worrying about their financial future.

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

MILWAUKEE, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- It's no surprise that women have had to deal with unprecedented volatility over the past few years. The (financially) unprotected sex by Wyshbox Life Insurance includes interviews and surveys of over 400 women and takes a deep dive into how much of a negative financial impact the pandemic, inflation and fears of a potential recession in the future has had on women of different ages and cultural backgrounds. We've discovered that 83% of women surveyed worry about high inflation in the future, which has increased their household expenses and has had a negative effect on their purchasing power. Shockingly, the biggest worry for women of color (35% surveyed) is that their wages are not keeping pace with rising expenses, a worry not shared as strongly by caucasian women.1

Key Points: 
  • MILWAUKEE, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- It's no surprise that women have had to deal with unprecedented volatility over the past few years.
  • We've discovered that 83% of women surveyed worry about high inflation in the future, which has increased their household expenses and has had a negative effect on their purchasing power.
  • Shockingly, the biggest worry for women of color (35% surveyed) is that their wages are not keeping pace with rising expenses, a worry not shared as strongly by caucasian women.1
    New study shows how the pandemic, inflation and looming recession has women worrying about their financial future.
  • Wyshbox life insurance is there to help make sure that life post-you is everything you want it to be.

Showcase the Memories that Light Up Your Life with Canon's New IVY 2 Mini Photo Printer

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

To help creators share and save memories with family and friends, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to announce the new version of the IVY Mini Photo Printer the IVY 2.

Key Points: 
  • To help creators share and save memories with family and friends, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to announce the new version of the IVY Mini Photo Printer the IVY 2.
  • The IVY 2 can easily fit in your pocket or bag, making it convenient to carry place to place.
  • The Canon IVY 2 Mini Photo Printer will be available this October, with a pre-order available now,through select major retailers and Canon USA's site here .
  • Requires mobile device to be connected to the Canon IVY Mini Photo Printer via Bluetooth and the Canon Mini Print App, available for free on the App Store and at Google Play.

Brain & Behavior Research Foundation Announces Winners of 2022 Pardes Humanitarian Prize in Mental Health

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

New York, Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation today announced that two extraordinary mental health advocates dedicated to serving people disadvantaged by structural racism and a lack of human rights have won the 2022 Pardes Humanitarian Prize in Mental Health.

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  • New York, Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation today announced that two extraordinary mental health advocates dedicated to serving people disadvantaged by structural racism and a lack of human rights have won the 2022 Pardes Humanitarian Prize in Mental Health.
  • Two Honorary Prize Recipients were also announced and acknowledged for their groundbreaking work in mental health.
  • 2022 Pardes Humanitarian Prize Recipient Robert van Voren, FRCPsych (HON)
    Robert van Voren has dedicated his life to the cause of human rights and mental health.
  • The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation awards research grants to develop improved treatments, cures, and methods of prevention for mental illness.