Shire plc (LSE: SHP, NASDAQ: SHPG) has recently launched a new educational resource for people with diabetes and their caregivers as part of its HealTogether national awareness program. HealTogether.com is an online community designed to increase awareness and education of diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) and help patients better understand that DFUs should be treated immediately.
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Is life making you stressed? Learn about the easy, do-anywhere 4-7-8 breathing technique that will help you get through your day. In her new book Life Is Your Best Medicine, Dr. Tieraona Low Dog weaves together the wisdom of traditional medicine and the knowledge of modern-day medicine into an elegant message of health and self-affirmation for women of every age. http://bit.ly/LifeMedicine Nonfiction, self help
Your lawn can be a canvas for expressing yourself. In fact, over half (52 percent) of homeowners surveyed in TruGreen’s Lawn Lifestyles National Survey of America said that “a homeowner’s lawn can tell you a lot about their personality.” TruGreen, a subsidiary of The ServiceMaster Company, is celebrating 40 years as the nation’s largest professional lawn care service provider, and is educating homeowners on how to consider your lawn personality as a way to boost your home’s curb appeal. Fall is the proper time to prep lawns, trees and shrubs for spring’s growth cycle and the next home buying season.
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Every summer, travelers prepare to hit the road or take to the sky in search of some quality R&R but with all the various pieces that go into planning a trip, a person can end up more stressed out than when they started!
Stephanie Oswald, national travel expert and editor-in-chief of TravelGirl Magazine, is here to save the day! She will discuss everything from how to get the best deals, what items should be on your travel checklist, how to choose the best accommodations, ways to circumvent the latest challenges in summer travel and the latest travel trends.
Approximately one-third of teens may be missing annual checkups according to data from the US Department of Health and Human Services and the US Census. Teens often encounter social, emotional, and physical issues that may include eating disorders and obesity, substance abuse, and sexually transmitted infections. While experts agree that teens should get annual medical checkups to be screened for health risks and discuss important health-related matters, perceptions exist that may contribute to millions of teens missing out on yearly visits. To better understand perceptions about teen health, the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID), in collaboration with, and with support from Pfizer Inc, conducted a national survey, fielded by Harris Interactive, of more than 2,000 parents of teens, teens, and healthcare professionals.
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Summer’s arrival means America’s yards step up as the popular backdrop of family life. More than half (58 percent) of homeowners surveyed in the TruGreen Home Features Report, conducted by the National Association of REALTORS®, named “eating and/or entertaining outside with family or friends” as one of the most common ways they currently use their outdoor space. And if selling a home, a healthy, green lawn can be a value-boosting asset.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/60799-trugreen-webisodes-jason-cameron-summer-lawn-care
The USPSTF today issued a draft recommendation giving its second highest approval rating for CT screening for lung cancer for those at high risk, a move that if approved in final form, will trigger Medicare and insurance coverage and bring about a dramatic drop in the leading cause of cancer deaths.
Today, LCA also launched its Risk Navigator tool – www.AtRiskForLungCancer.org. Additionally, it expanded the hours of its support line – (800) 298-2436 – operating 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. EST. LCA will also launch a national educational advertising campaign in September to encourage the public to know their risk for lung cancer.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/62719-lung-cancer-alliance-uspstf-recommends-ct-screening-for-lung-cancer
Learn about the health benefits of cruciferous vegetables and vegetables in this short video. Tips for both men and women. In her new book Life Is Your Best Medicine, Dr. Tieraona Low Dog weaves together the wisdom of traditional medicine and the knowledge of modern-day medicine into an elegant message of health and self-affirmation for women of every age. http://bit.ly/LifeMedicine Health and Wellness
This week is National Save for Retirement Week, a time for employees to reflect on their personal retirement goals and determine if they are on target to reach them. ADP® Retirement Services provides the resources, materials and online tools employees need to prepare for their financial future. In the spirit of this week, ADP Retirement Services is offering tips to save for retirement and make planning for the future as simple as possible.
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McDonald’s USA today announced its 2013 Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour raised more than $83,000—the most the tour has ever garnered—in support of local Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Chapters. With its seventh year wrapped, Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour, a free national concert series featuring a lineup of gospel greats, is designed to bring service, encouragement and entertainment to communities and emphasize the importance of giving back. This year’s nine-city tour, hosted by gospel artist/comedienne Vickie Winans, kicked off May 9 in Washington, D.C., and featured gospel music heavy-hitters Smokie Norful and son Ashton, Lecrae and John P. Kee. Tamela Mann also performed in select cities.
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Entenmann’s, a division of Bimbo Bakeries USA and maker of over 100 sweet baked goods, and The Salvation Army got an advanced blitz on #NationalDonutDay, with the help of one of Entenmann’s most recognized donut fans. Super Bowl Champion, New Jersey native and Entenmann’s celebrity ambassador, Victor Cruz unveiled a one-of-a-kind, larger than life Entenmann’s Crumb Top Donut, at the National Donut Day celebration in New York City’s Madison Square Park, in commemoration of the sweet holiday. Cruz’s lightening fast plays on the field helped Entenmann’s and The Salvation Army get ahead of the game, kicking off the annual holiday one day early for their New York Metro fans.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/59507-entenmann-s-salvation-army-victor-cruz-national-donut-day
In recognition of Melanoma Monday® and National Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection & Prevention MonthTM, MELA Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ: MELA) visited the NASDAQ MarketSite in Times Square today to ring the Opening Bell and sponsor free skin cancer checks.
One American dies every hour from melanoma, the most deadly skin cancer. MELA Sciences, Inc. is the pioneer company behind MelaFind®, the first and only FDA-approved diagnostic tool that helps dermatologists detect melanoma at its most curable stage. MelaFind® was approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) in Fall 2011, and since then has strategically rolled out the technology to dermatology practices across the country.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/61584-mela-sciences-rings-opening-bell-awareness-melanoma-detection-prevention