Pregnancy

CompassCare Receives Generous Support to Expand Ethical Medical Care in New York

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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ROCHESTER, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CompassCare, a New York-based pro-life Medical Network, is delighted to announce a significant milestone in its mission to provide ethical medical care and comprehensive support to women facing unplanned pregnancies. Despite facing challenges, including a regrettable incident last year, CompassCare remains dedicated to supporting women and babies, emphasizing compassion and choice.

Key Points: 
  • ROCHESTER, N.Y., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CompassCare, a New York-based pro-life Medical Network, is delighted to announce a significant milestone in its mission to provide ethical medical care and comprehensive support to women facing unplanned pregnancies.
  • New York City is known for its high abortion rates, and CompassCare aims to make a positive impact by offering alternatives and support for women.
  • New York seeks to imprison women facing unplanned pregnancy in hopelessness, robbing them of the support needed to enable true choice, support that only pro-life pregnancy centers provide, for free."
  • CompassCare remains committed to its mission of providing ethical medical care and support to empower women to make choices that align with their values.

NOVEMBER HARVARD CAPS / HARRIS POLL: 80% OF VOTERS CONTINUE TO SUPPORT ISRAEL OVER HAMAS

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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NEW YORK and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) today released the results of the November Harvard CAPS / Harris poll, a monthly collaboration between the Center for American Political Studies at Harvard (CAPS) and the Harris Poll and HarrisX.

Key Points: 
  • Israel and Biden's policy on the war continue to receive strong support as 80% of voters side with Israel over Hamas and 58% approve of Biden's policies.
  • 61% of voters support Israel continuing until Hamas is defeated and the hostages are released (ages 18-24: 51%; ages 65+: 81%).
  • The November Harvard CAPS / Harris poll survey was conducted online within the United States on November 15-16, 2023, among 2,851 registered voters by The Harris Poll and HarrisX.
  • Follow the Harvard CAPS Harris Poll podcast at https://www.markpennpolls.com/ or on iHeart Radio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast platforms.

Majority of Canadian employers still not offering fertility benefits

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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TORONTO, Nov. 20, 2023 /CNW/ - A new study of almost 1,000 Canadian employers finds most (53%) do not offer fertility benefits for employees.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Nov. 20, 2023 /CNW/ - A new study of almost 1,000 Canadian employers finds most (53%) do not offer fertility benefits for employees.
  • Fertility benefits are essential because infertility affects approximately 1 in 6 Canadian couples and it comes with a heavy financial burden, leaving treatment out of reach for many.
  • Of the employers (47%) that do offer fertility benefits, less than 2% cover both drugs and treatment costs such as IVF procedures, sperm, eggs, and testing.
  • Tara notes some of the improvements include: of the employers offering benefits, 22% had no maximums on fertility drugs and other employers have increased their lifetime limits with almost a quarter offering at least $20,000 for fertility drugs.

Exceptional Professionalism Earns Dr. Jordana Reina Fernandez AdventHealth Award & Recognition

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Friday, November 17, 2023
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CELEBRATION, Fla., Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebration Health & Wellness celebrates Jordana Reina Fernandez, MD, FACOG, for receiving an Outstanding Achievement in Exemplary Professionalism Award by AdventHealth.

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  • CELEBRATION, Fla., Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebration Health & Wellness celebrates Jordana Reina Fernandez, MD, FACOG, for receiving an Outstanding Achievement in Exemplary Professionalism Award by AdventHealth.
  • Celebration Health & Wellness is proud to share that Dr. Jordana Reina Fernandez is being recognized as the inaugural recipient of the Exemplary Professionalism Award.
  • This award is a newly created recognition by AdventHealth and is given to physicians who demonstrate exceptional commitment and dedication to creating a work culture of mutual trust and respect in their interactions with colleagues and patients.
  • Dr. Jordana Reina Fernandez is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist who serves as a Celebration Obstetrics & Gynecology hospitalist.

United States Employment Screening Market Insights Report 2023: A $2+ Billion Industry in 2022 - Forecasts to 2027 - Importance of Social Media Gaining Traction

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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The US employment screening market is expected to reach US$2.01 billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 6.44% during the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • The US employment screening market is expected to reach US$2.01 billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 6.44% during the forecast period.
  • Online platforms make it easier for consumers and companies to opt for background screening, bolstering demand for industry services.
  • Thus, the rising jobs creation due to rising number of start-up businesses would boost the market of employment screening in the US.
  • The US employment screening market is fragmented with the presence of a large number of players majorly dominating worldwide.

Eleanor Crook Foundation Announces Partnership with Helen Keller Intl to advance Maternal Nutrition Research in Nepal

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Eleanor Crook Foundation (ECF) has made a $1.2 million investment in Helen Keller Intl to introduce Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation (MMS) to pregnant women in Nepal to advance implementation research. This project is in service of the vision of Nepal's Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) to ensure that the nutritional needs of pregnant women are met in the country. MMS is a prenatal supplement that is proven to be safe and effective in improving the nutrition of pregnant women and the long-term health of their children.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Eleanor Crook Foundation (ECF) has made a $1.2 million investment in Helen Keller Intl to introduce Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation (MMS) to pregnant women in Nepal to advance implementation research.
  • "Investing in maternal health and nutrition through evidence generation on Multiple Micronutrient Supplementation is vital to improve the health of pregnant women and their children," said Anil Neupane, Nepal Country Director, Helen Keller Intl.
  • "Helen Keller Intl deeply appreciates the Eleanor Crook Foundation's invaluable support to further this research in Nepal."
  • "We're thrilled to collaborate with Helen Keller Intl to support the Government of Nepal's efforts to adopt MMS.

Author Shares Young Woman's Inspiring Journey as she Moves Across the Globe in Search of New Beginnings

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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EAST ELMHURST, N.Y., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sharing a glimpse of life in mid-fifties for a young immigrant woman, author Hortense M. Jenkins has released her seventh book, "Bellinda Bell."

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  • "Bellinda Bell" shares the story of 22-year-old Bellinda Simms, a strong-willed, temperamental, and fearless young woman who is accustomed to battling her way out of any situation.
  • As she boards a banana boat with other migrants and begins a three-week journey from Jamaica to South Hampton, England, in search of a new beginning, Bellinda has no idea what awaits her.
  • "I want readers to understand that the life you are born into is not your fault," Jenkins explains.
  • Jenkins plans to continue adding to her collection of family and God-focused stories in future books.

Homedics® Announces Launch of New 3-in-1 Calming Cushion for Newborns

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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COMMERCE TOWNSHIP, Mich., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading holistic health and wellness brand, Homedics®, today announced the launch of their 3-in-1 Calming Cushion, a science-backed, multifunctional baby lounger and docking station for newborns that makes the most of those early mornings, late nights and everything in between. Designed as a transitional tool for babies, Homedics' latest essential provides parents with peace of mind when helping to soothe and relax their newborn in their earliest stages of life. 

Key Points: 
  • The Calming Cushion's 3-in-1 features combine the essential newborn necessities:
    With a unique shape that hugs and secures a baby's full body, the Calming Cushion helps comfort and relieve anxious babies, providing familiar safety at home or away.
  • In addition to its calming effects, the cushion is also equipped with an innovative breathable design for safety.
  • The multifunctional cushion has sturdy foam walls, air flow channels, and breathable mesh fabric to prevent the risk of potential suffocation.
  • The Calming Cushion also includes a bottom buckle that can be opened for additional length to fit as your baby grows.

More than two in three people with diabetes already have complications at diagnosis, International Diabetes Federation study finds

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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BRUSSELS , Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven in ten people living with diabetes (72%) only found out they had diabetes after developing complications associated with the condition. Additionally, almost all (94%) of those surveyed had experienced one or more diabetes complications during the course of their life with diabetes. The findings come from global research recently carried out by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) ahead of World Diabetes Day on Tuesday, 14 November. The survey was conducted among people living with diabetes across Africa, Asia, Europe and South America to understand the level of awareness and impact of diabetes-related complications.

Key Points: 
  • BRUSSELS , Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven in ten people living with diabetes (72%) only found out they had diabetes after developing complications associated with the condition.
  • Additionally, almost all (94%) of those surveyed had experienced one or more diabetes complications during the course of their life with diabetes.
  • The findings come from global research recently carried out by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) ahead of World Diabetes Day on Tuesday, 14 November.
  • We know that, with the right information and care, people living with diabetes can greatly reduce their risk of complications.

More than two in three people with diabetes already have complications at diagnosis, International Diabetes Federation study finds

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Eye, Foot, Dentistry, Research, Risk, International Diabetes Federation, IDF, Pregnancy, Heart, Diagnosis, Health care, World Diabetes Day, Nerve, Diabetes, Knowledge, Life, Pharmaceutical industry, Dietary supplement

BRUSSELS, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven in ten people living with diabetes (72%) only found out they had diabetes after developing complications associated with the condition. Additionally, almost all (94%) of those surveyed had experienced one or more diabetes complications during the course of their life with diabetes. The findings come from global research recently carried out by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) ahead of World Diabetes Day on Tuesday, 14 November. The survey was conducted among people living with diabetes across Africa, Asia, Europe and South America to understand the level of awareness and impact of diabetes-related complications.

Key Points: 
  • BRUSSELS, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven in ten people living with diabetes (72%) only found out they had diabetes after developing complications associated with the condition.
  • Additionally, almost all (94%) of those surveyed had experienced one or more diabetes complications during the course of their life with diabetes.
  • The findings come from global research recently carried out by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) ahead of World Diabetes Day on Tuesday, 14 November.
  • We know that, with the right information and care, people living with diabetes can greatly reduce their risk of complications.