Following the unprecedented Gore REDUCE Clinical Study conclusion that closure of patent foramen ovale (PFO) can prevent recurrent ischemic strokes, W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. (Gore) has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for an expanded indication for its GORE® CARDIOFORM Septal Occluder. The device, already approved for closure of atrial septal defects (ASDs) up to 17 mm, is now also approved for the closure of PFO to reduce the risk of recurrent ischemic stroke in certain patients.*
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8301551-gore-cardioform-septal-occluder-fda-approval/
Having lost his mother to the disease, singer, songwriter Gavin DeGraw knows firsthand how devastating pancreatic cancer is for patients and their families. Gavin is turning his grief into action by helping the Lustgarten Foundation raise awareness by encouraging people to get involved with the Foundation.
“My mother didn’t make it and unfortunately right now that’s a common story. But it doesn’t have to be the story permanently,” DeGraw said. “By funding research, the Lustgarten Foundation is going to change the course of this disease. I encourage everyone to get involved in some way – join a walk or make a donation.”
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8213753-lustgarten-foundation-pancreatic-cancer-awareness/
The operating room (OR) needs better supply chain management systems and analytics to help reduce costs and support patient safety, according to a new Cardinal Health survey of surgical staff and hospital supply chain decision-makers.
Nearly half (40 percent) of respondents revealed they’ve actually canceled a case, and more than two-thirds (69 percent) have delayed a case because of missing supplies. Furthermore, 27 percent have seen or heard of an expired product being used on a patient, and 23 percent have seen or heard of a patient harmed due to a lack of supplies.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8286651-cardinal-health-hospital-supply-chain-management-survey/
Boehringer Ingelheim announced today a new partnership with Minor League Baseball® (MiLB™) to further raise awareness of the rare lung disease idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) through its Breathless™ campaign. Now the “Official IPF Awareness Partner of Minor League Baseball,” Boehringer Ingelheim will work with the league to educate its fan base about symptoms of IPF – and the importance of an early diagnosis and treatment – through in-stadium events as well as appearances by New York Yankees legend and musician Bernie Williams, whose father passed away from the disease in 2001.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8289951-boehringer-ingelheim-milb-partnership-for-ipf-awareness/
Every spring, allergies take control of the lives of millions of Americans, affecting their work, their family time and even how well they sleep at night. Something else affects those millions of allergy sufferers, according to a new survey: big misconceptions about allergies that may keep people from getting needed relief.
To help put those misconceptions about allergies to rest, Sanofi is teaming up with science educator and television personality Adam Savage, along with allergist Dr. Neeta Ogden, to dispel them with credible information. The goal: help the 50 million allergy sufferers in America get the facts they need to understand and treat their allergies and take back control of their lives.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8255452-sanofi-allergy-misconceptions-facts-adam-savage/
A profile of Smile Train, the world’s largest cleft organization, kicks off the 22nd season of The Visionaries, an award-winning public television series, hosted by acclaimed actor Sam Waterston. The Visionaries documentary series highlights the stories of individuals and nonprofit organizations that are working to create positive social change throughout the world. Visionaries has selected Smile Train to be profiled because the organization’s impact represents a unique opportunity to explore the seldom discussed issue of “appearance” in human society.
The Visionaries series takes viewers around the world to experience the lives of extraordinary people tackling some of humanity’s toughest challenges. The series guides viewers on a journey that leads to real solutions with proven outcomes, many of which have the potential to change the world.
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https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8293751-smile-train-the-visionaries-documentary-pbs-series/
Grammy and Emmy award winner, and Tony award nominee, the multi-talented musician, singer and actor Harry Connick, Jr. and his wife of 24 years and former model, Jill Connick, recently marked the fifth anniversary of Jill’s recovery from breast cancer. As Jill credits timely screening and early detection for being a cancer survivor today, she is joining Harry to share their experience and to raise awareness of another cancer for which timely screening is critical: colon cancer.* Their efforts will support The New 50, a public education campaign sponsored by Exact Sciences, that debuts today during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. The initiative aims to encourage people 50 and older to talk with their healthcare provider about screening, including the modern, noninvasive options that can fit into any schedule of this busy, on-the-go “new 50” generation.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8280451-harry-and-jill-connick-colon-cancer-screening-the-new-50/
It’s no surprise that being a new mom can be challenging. Your time and energy are put towards hectic schedules, escalating costs of raising an infant and making sure you’re caring for your little one properly. Maintaining healthy habits for both mommy and baby is essential once your little one has arrived as well. Dr. Peterson shares her health tips for both pregnant mommies and newborn babies.
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https://www.multivu.com/players/English/82267241-tips-for-new-moms-babies/
Haier, the world’s No.1 appliance brand, has unveiled an innovative all-scenario Smart Home Solution (the “Solution”) and demonstrated three service platforms at the 2018 Appliances & Electronics World Expo (2018 AWE). These new products will allow users around the world to customize smart home solutions that best suit their unique needs.
Centered around the four most important physical spaces in the home – living room, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom – and providing seven comprehensive solutions –air, water, clothes care, security, voice control, health and information – which can all be set based on an individual user’s needs – the “N” factor – Haier’s new “4+7+N” concept is the first user-centered, customizable smart home solution in the industry.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8289551-haier-smart-home-appliances/
Anytime Fitness, the world’s fastest growing fitness center for 10 consecutive years, will celebrate the opening of its 4,000th gym March 16th in Shanghai, China. Additionally, after formalizing an agreement to open gyms in Morocco, Anytime Fitness will pursue plans to open at least one new gym in Antarctica – which would make Anytime Fitness the first franchise in history with locations on all seven continents.
“Our mission is to ‘Improve the self-esteem of the world,’” said Chuck Runyon, the CEO and co-founder of Anytime Fitness. “It may sound like an audacious goal, but we’re very serious about it. We’ll soon have 4,000 gyms open in more than 30 countries on all seven continents. Each of those gyms supports a small community of like-minded individuals who are determined to enjoy healthier, happier and more active lifestyles. That’s what we mean by ‘Improving the self-esteem of the world.’”
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8220551-anytime-fitness-gym-number-4000/
To raise awareness of the value of water and the impact of the global water crisis on community health, education and economics, the Caterpillar Foundation, together with its global partners, today launched the Value of Water campaign. The Caterpillar Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT), is on a mission to empower 50 million people around the world to rise out of extreme poverty by 2020.
The Foundation recognizes that water is one of the most critical basic needs of people and their communities – yet, about 844 million people, or 1 in 9, still lack access to clean and safe water. To learn more about the Value of Water awareness campaign, read stories of those directly impacted by water issues around the world and find out how to get involved, visit www.togetherstronger.com/year-of-water/.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8284451-caterpillar-foundation-value-of-water-campaign/
Signia today announced the premier of It’s Your Choice—a new video series debuting on YouTube highlighting three individuals with hearing loss and their path to better hearing. Signia designed this project to raise awareness of hearing loss and the risks associated with waiting to address it, and show how different life can be once someone chooses to get hearing aids.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8235451-signia-its-your-choice-hearing-loss-video-series/
