Ahead of World Stroke Day 2012 (October 29), European Policy Makers have joined over 90 Medical and Patient Organisations, and more than 100,000 people, in supporting the Global Atrial Fibrillation (AF) Patient Charter and calling for National Governments and the World Health Organisation to act to make the prevention of AF-related strokes a priority. The Charter outlines ways to improve the diagnosis and management of AF which, if implemented, could stop thousands of preventable strokes from occurring each and every year.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/57497-sign-against-stroke/
One creative kid’s unique sandwich recipe could help put them on the road to college. Now through November 8, 2013, the makers of Jif® Peanut Butter invite families to ignite their culinary creativity in the kitchen and create an original sandwich recipe for the 12th Annual Jif Most Creative Sandwich Contest™. Parents of children between ages 6 and 12 are able to submit their child’s original recipe for a chance to win a $25,000 college fund and a trip to New York City.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/61863-jif-peanut-butter-annual-most-creative-sandwich-contest-scholarship-prize
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America, makers of the Galaxy Multi Ride Mechanical Bull, has developed
a new interactive motion simulator, that will be a sure hit wherever it
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With an estimated 1.2 billion young people between the ages of 15 and 24, the vast majority of them living in developing countries, youth are both a policy and political priority for many countries around the world. These numbers represent major development challenges, but also great opportunity.
Youth are particularly vulnerable to economic problems. They often do not have access to savings accounts, credit, or insurance due to lack of education and employment. Governments are aware of this and many are working to make it easier for young people to access financial services so they can transition smoothly into adulthood.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/56883-cgap-changing-mindsets-on-youth-opportunity-and-financial-services
Bayer HealthCare, the makers of Bayer® Aspirin, WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease, and actress, singer and author Vanessa Williams today announce their partnership to launch Handbags & Hearts, a national campaign that leverages the link between women and their handbags – the one item they do not leave home without – and urges women to take the Handbags & Hearts pledge to carry aspirin at all times to be prepared for a sudden heart attack. Being prepared by carrying aspirin, knowing the symptoms of heart attack and not putting off calling 911 if a heart attack is suspected, can be the difference between life and death.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/61582-bayer-healthcare-vanessa-williams-handbags-and-hearts-pledge-carry-aspirin
Unstoppable families play big and dream big. For the second year in a row, the makers of Uncrustables® ‐ the perfectly portable, thaw-and-serve crustless peanut butter and jelly sandwiches – have teamed up with Olympic gold medal figure skater, busy mom and best-selling children’s book author, Kristi Yamaguchi. Together they are proud to announce the launch of the Smucker’s® Uncrustables® Unstoppable Family Photo Contest for the chance to win a $15,000 check toward an unstoppable family adventure and a year’s supply of Uncrustables sandwiches.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/57332-uncrustables-unstoppable-family-photo-contest/
CPhI Worldwide, organised by UBM Live, celebrates the closing of its most successful show to date with pre-audit figures estimating more than 34,000 attendees and 2,200 exhibitors. Held in Frankfurt, the show hosted senior-level decision makers and key players from 140+ countries representing every step of the pharmaceutical supply chain from drug discovery to finished dosage.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/63503-UBM-live-cphi-worldwide
Wholly Guacamole® brand, America’s No. 1 selling branded pre-made guacamole, will extend fiesta flavor far beyond Cinco de Mayo this May.
The makers of Wholly Guacamole® products estimate approximately 9.4 million avocados will be used to make enough guacamole to satisfy Wholly™ fan cravings in May. Avocado fans would have to cumulatively eat approximately 12,635 each hour, 210 avocados per minute, to consume that many avocados! Further, the Wholly Guacamole® brand annual survey shows 87 percent of consumers like eating guacamole with chips and 68 percent of consumers like eating guacamole with Mexican food.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/7124051-wholly-guacamole-cinco-de-mayo-avocados
: The makers of Dunkin’ Donuts® bagged coffee, are thrilled to announce the renewal of their partnership with Hungry Girl, Lisa Lillien, to help share her love for Dunkin’ Donuts Bakery Series® coffee! Hungry Girl is excited to debut all-new iced and hot coffee recipes featuring Dunkin’ Donuts Bakery Series Chocolate Glazed Donut Flavored Coffee and the newest addition, Cinnamon Coffee Roll Flavored Coffee.
“Dunkin’ Donuts bagged coffee is the go-to brew for coffee fans who love variety,” said Maribeth Burns, Vice President, Corporate Communications, The J.M. Smucker Company. “We’re delighted to introduce Cinnamon Coffee Roll Flavored Coffee and team up with Hungry Girl to create tasty coffee drink recipes to enjoy any time of the day.”
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to: http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7282151-dunkin-donuts-adds-cinnamon-roll-coffee-to-bakery-series-line/
Sabra® Dipping Company (www.sabra.com), makers of the country’s best-selling hummus and a wide variety of fresh dips and spreads, is kicking off the new year by inviting Americans to include hummus in their daily dipping activities - from casual weekday snacking to game-day dunking. While hummus has gained incredible popularity over the past decade, leading the country’s fastest growing dip category, there are still many Americans who have yet to taste it. Sabra’s new campaign, starring a hummus-obsessed Jeffrey Tambor, aims to introduce the delicious, unpretentious dip to future fans. The first ad in the national television campaign will debut in January to coincide with Super Bowl XLVIII, as Sabra continues its role as the Official Dips Sponsor of the NFL.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/65417-sabra-dipping-company-jeffrey-tambor-game-day-dipping-hummus-football
Just Born Quality Confections, the makers of iconic candy brands such as PEEPS®, MIKE AND IKE®, HOT TAMALES® and GOLDENBERG’S® PEANUT CHEWS® is excited to announce that the one and only Energizer Bunny™ has been selected as the new PEEPS® Celebrity Creative Director. The Pink PEEPS® Bunny searched far and wide to find the perfect creative partner to help drum up new energy for the 2018 Easter product line. With his power-packed, unstoppable nature, the Energizer Bunny™ was the best choice for the job.
“It’s no surprise that Easter is THE holiday for PEEPS®, and after 65 years we needed ‘some -bunny’ to help re-energize the brand’s product offerings and help us power up innovation,” said the Pink PEEPS® Bunny, Director of Bunny Operations (via translator.) “Who better to help power up innovation than the coolest symbol of long-lasting energy – the Energizer Bunny™, plus he kind of looks like me!”
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8288951-peeps-energizer-bunny-easter-creative-director/
DHX Media, a key player internationally in the creation of content for families and children, announced today that Yo Gabba Gabba! will take the stage this Fall with Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE! Music is Awesome!. The new live stage show marks the 5th anniversary of the live tour. Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE! Music is Awesome! will be directed by Yo Gabba Gabba! creators Christian Jacobs (The Aquabats) and Scott Schultz (Majestic). DJ Lance Rock, (Lance Robertson, St. Louis native and founding member of psychedelic electronic pop band The Ray Makers), the colorful cast of Yo Gabba Gabba! characters, fan favorite Leslie Hall and beat boxing legend Biz Markie will return to the road together to perform for more than 200,000 enthusiastic fans on a 30–city tour that will begin on Tuesday, October 14 and will run through Sunday, December 7. The Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE! Music is Awesome! tour is produced by S2BN Entertainment in association with DHX Media.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7314751-dhx-media-yo-gabba-gabba-live-music-is-awesome-tour-coming-to-30-cities-this-fall/
