Integrated Census Media Campaign Targets Multicultural Communities

Integrated Census Media Campaign Targets Multicultural Communities

Engage Her Produces Media about the 2010 Census for Hard-to-Reach Youth and Immigrant Populations

Berkeley, CA (Vocus) March 24, 2010

Engage Her, a national organization that educates and activates multicultural communities for leadership roles and civic engagement by deploying digital technologies, today released a 30-second, animated video about the 2010 Census for viral distribution online and on mobile devices. The video targets multicultural communities, particularly women, youth, and the economically disadvantaged. Later this week, the video will be translated and released into 11 languages: Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Korean, Hmong, Laotian, Tagalog, Hindi, Samoan, and Tongan.

The census media campaign is the first to integrate viral video, text messaging, social media, and PSAs. Using digital distribution technologies, Engage Her’s video partners can collect information and provide list-building capabilities, something not possible with traditional TV, print, and radio media outreach.

The video’s objective is to connect the census to key issues that multicultural and immigrant populations care most about: jobs, healthcare, and education. The video emphasizes that the census program provides funds to people and their communities for critical services.

The video – which can be seen on http://www. engageher. org (http://www. engageher. org) -- opens with an animated young girl jumping up and down raising her hand in an attempt to get attention. She says, “Can anyone hear me?” When she gets pulled back onto a box labeled Census 2010, a voice says, “Now that we can hear you. You need an education.” She then receives schoolbooks. The goal is to get Engage Her’s target communities to complete the census by April 1 while also being educated about why they should participate in the census.

Engage Her is partnering with a diverse group of community and social advocacy groups, including the Asian American Justice Center, the San Francisco Office of Civic Engagement & Immigrant Affairs, the National Association of Asian American Professionals, Asian American Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy, and AT&T, to increase its outreach to those normally underrepresented in the census.

“AAJC is pleased to be partnering with Engage Her on its 2010 census education campaign.” said Karen K. Narasaki, president and executive director of the Asian American Justice Center. “It is a creative partnership that will help to ensure that hard-to-reach minority and immigrant communities are not undercounted.”

Engage Her
Engage Her (www. engageher. org) was founded in 2008 by Mable Yee, a social entrepreneur, former CEO and founder of three high-tech companies, and a longtime activist in the Asian American and women’s tech communities. In 2009 Engage Her hosted its inaugural Multicultural Women’s Leadership Conference at UC Berkeley, which was attended by 350 women featuring activist icons Gloria Steinem, Dolores Huerta, Aileen Hernandez, and Yuri Kochiyama. Engage Her will host its first Multicultural Middle School Girls’ Leadership Conference March 27-28 at the Julia Morgan School for Girls in Oakland, CA. Yee also produced the documentary, Engage Her: Getting Minority Women To Lead and Vote, and most recently received the Woman of the Year award for California Assembly District 14, represented by Assemblymember Nancy Skinner.
For more information, contact Sylvia Paull at (510) 388-8932 or 1engageher(at)gmail(dot)com.

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Lightspeed Research Launches the Lightspeed Affiliate Program in the U. S

Lightspeed Research Launches the Lightspeed Affiliate Program in the U. S.

Lightspeed Research, a leading provider of global online market research, today announced the launch of the Lightspeed Affiliate Program. The program provides an opportunity for website owners to earn money by driving visitors to the Lightspeed Consumer Panel, a free website where hundreds of thousands of U. S. and Canadian residents participate in online surveys.

Basking Ridge, NJ (PRWEB) September 9, 2004

Lightspeed Research, a leading provider of global online market research, today announced the launch of the Lightspeed Affiliate Program, located at http://affiliates. lightspeedresearch. com (http://affiliates. lightspeedresearch. com). The program provides an opportunity for website owners to earn money by driving visitors to the Lightspeed Consumer Panel, a free website where hundreds of thousands of U. S. and Canadian residents participate in online surveys. Affiliates will earn $0.75 for each active panelist they acquire for the Lightspeed Consumer Panel.

Lightspeed Research uses both in-house, proprietary tracking technology as well as tracking provided by their affiliate solution provider, Commission Junction. Commission checks are issued monthly. To extend their reach to new affiliates and communicate program news and updates, Lightspeed Research has created a blog, http://lightspeedaffiliates. blogspot. com (http://lightspeedaffiliates. blogspot. com), and will soon be launching a private forum on the ABestWeb™ affiliate marketing forum.

There is no fee to join the Lightspeed Affiliates Program. Affiliates will complete a brief registration form. Once the affiliate is approved, they will have access to GIF, Flash, and text ads. Affiliates can actively manage their account with real time tracking statistics and a payment history. They will also receive support from a dedicated affiliate manager.

“Since everyone has opinions, our affiliates promote a website that appeals to a very large general audience,” said Anne Hedde, President/CEO of Lightspeed Research. “People who join the Lightspeed Consumer Panel participate in online surveys and voice their opinions directly to the people who produce the products and services they purchase. Since our members’ privacy is protected, they can provide feedback in a safe, anonymous fashion. Our members do not pay to join the Lightspeed Consumer Panel. In fact, we pay them with Lightspeed Points, which can be redeemed for cash or prizes, and with entries into the $5,000 Lightspeed Sweepstakes.”

“As our business grows, our online panel needs to grow with it. The Lightspeed Affiliate Program is another strategic step to extend Lightspeed ResearchÂ’s panel recruiting operations.” 

About Lightspeed Research

Lightspeed Research provides rapid, reliable research solutions through global online panels. Through its network of proprietary panels and accredited panel partners, Lightspeed Research can provide access to over 14 million household members through more than 6 million registered panelists across 25 countries in Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific.

Lightspeed Research's proprietary panels are recruited and maintained to ensure quality and representative sampling to support studies that range in scope and complexity across most industry sectors. Lightspeed Research also operates specialty panels covering healthcare, financial services, automotive, family, and more. The company also provides custom panel solutions for clients, building bespoke panels to address specific client needs.

Through Lightspeed Research you can reach both low-incidence and large samples cost-effectively, access extensive background information, and find your target audience through unique screening capabilities. Lightspeed Research is a member of WPP, one of the worldÂ’s leading communications services groups.

To contact a sales representative, please call +1 (908) 630-0542 in the US, +44 (0)20 7896-1900 in the UK, +61 (0)2 9927-0020 in Australia or send an email to info@lightspeedresearch. com. Visit Lightspeed Research at www. lightspeedresearch. com

Press Inquiries:

Lightspeed Research

Joan McCann Symmons, Marketing Director,

(908) 630-2964 in the US.

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Care2Learn Initiates Care2Care Program

Care2Learn Initiates Care2Care Program

Bradenton, Florida. Care2Learn, a six-year-old online education and training company for healthcare professionals, has initiated a philanthropic program called Care2Care. The program kicked off in July and includes a three-pronged approach to giving back to the community at large. Firstly, Care2Learn will offer local non-profit organizations one year of free online continuing education and training. Secondly, Care2Learn will offer free courses to local technical and community colleges. Thirdly, but not least, Care2Learn employees will participate in philanthropic activities such as donation campaigns, group projects and charitable walks.

Bradenton, Florida (PRWEB) September 14, 2006

Care2Learn, a six-year-old online education and training company for healthcare professionals, has initiated a philanthropic program called Care2Care. The program kicked off in July and includes a three-pronged approach to giving back to the community at large. Firstly, Care2Learn will offer local non-profit organizations one year of free online continuing education and training. Secondly, Care2Learn will offer free courses to local technical and community colleges. Thirdly, but not least, Care2Learn employees will participate in philanthropic activities such as donation campaigns, group projects and charitable walks.

The program is designed to give back to the local community which has supported and nurtured one of the area’s fastest growing organizations. “We are very appreciative of all the blessings we’ve received, which has brought our company significant success,” says Edie Deane, CEO of Care2Learn. “We hope to give-back some blessings of our own through Care2Care, helping those in our community in need.”

Care2Learn has experienced phenomenal growth in the post-acute niche of healthcare by providing online continuing education and training services to organizations who would like to provide education and training as part of their employee benefit program. Care2Learn’s extensive course library of 2000+ hours of accredited courses for 15 different disciplines is also available to the public through its retail website at www. Care2Learn. com.

Manatee Glens is the first local non-profit to receive a free year of online continuing education and training. The organization, which provides mental health, addiction services, outreach programs and education, has 450 staff members who can take advantage of the two free “Super Courses” offered, get their CEUs and maintain their licensure by taking the online courses offered through Care2Learn’s retail site, www. Care2Learn. com. “We are so grateful. This couldn't have come at a better time for us”, said Mary Ruiz, CEO of Manatee Glens. The retail value of the courses donated to Manatee Glens is $127,000.

Care2Learn employees will also take part in the 4th Annual Manatee Glens “Walk for Life” event on Saturday, September 16 at Sutton Park in Palmetto, Florida. The event is intended to raise awareness of suicide statistics and prevention as well as to provide support for survivors. To participate in or sponsor this event, contact Nancy McCarty, Manatee Glens' Director of Community Development, at 941.782.4272.

About Manatee Glens

Founded more than 50 years ago, Manatee Glens is Manatee County’s oldest and largest provider of mental health and addiction services. Annually, Manatee Glens provides counseling and other services to 10,000 individuals and offers programs to those of all ages. The organization employs more than 450, including psychiatrists, licensed therapists, other allied health professionals and child welfare family care coordinators. Manatee Glens is licensed by the State of Florida and accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations.

About Care2Learn

Founded in 2000 by professionals from the post-acute care rehabilitation industry, Care2Learn provides online learning and healthcare content for over 140,000 healthcare professionals with engaging, affordable, easy-to-use online continuing education. It has accredited over 2000 courses and 110 in-services for 15 healthcare disciplines, with more courses in production. Care2Learn serves healthcare professionals and their employers worldwide. For further information call 1-866-242-8451 or visit www. Care2Learn. com.

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Blue Ridge Gypsy's Skin Free® Products Featured in National Psoriasis Foundation, "Psoriasis Advance" Journal, March/April issue

Blue Ridge Gypsy's Skin Free® Products Featured in National Psoriasis Foundation, "Psoriasis Advance" Journal, March/April issue

Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio announced today that SkinFree® Products, a line of natural products developed to help people with allergies and other skin issues, is featured in the March/April issue of the National Psoriasis Foundation's journal, "Psoriasis Advance". SkinFree® products can be found at CVS/pharmacy locations in Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Washington, DC and on cvs. com/skinfree. The complete line of Blue Ridge Gypsy's SkinFree® products are also sold at www. skinfree. net.

Shipman, VA (PRWEB) March 20, 2008

The National Psoriasis Foundation works to improve the quality of life of people who have psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. They promote awareness and understanding of the disease through education and advocacy. They strive to ensure access to treatment and support research that will lead to effective management and, ultimately, a cure. "Psoriasis Advance" is aimed at patients, their families, support groups, and health professionals, who struggle with this chronic disease. Published four times a year, the journal focuses on coping with chronic disease, advocacy through the National Psoriasis Walk for Awareness, the Foundation's Annual Conference, Capital Hill Day, and products available for skincare for psoriasis patients. SkinFree® Skincare Products were one of four product lines presented in the "Psoriasis Advance" Consumer Corner in the March/April issue.

Blue Ridge Gypsy's SkinFree® products are formulated and designed by practicing pharmacist, Julie Hilton, who has over 30 years experience in compounding and in developing natural skin care. The Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio was created in 2000 when Julie Hilton moved to the Blue Ridge mountains of Virginia and began doing research and formulation for natural skincare.

Julie Hilton, founder of Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio, said, "I personally suffer from chronic allergies and eczema, so I understand that it is very important for people with these conditions to maintain the integrity of their skin and reduce their exposure to antigens to help prevent acute outbreaks. These diseases can be quite debilitating and cause increase depression, work loss, and pain when not treated."

SkinFree® Products are created by using naturally occurring vegetable oils and butters that contain indigenous nutrients, antioxidants, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDS), and antibacterial agents that petroleum-based oils don't provide. Natural oils also absorb into the skin without feeling greasy. They also come from replenishable sources, a great environmental benefit. SkinFree Products are all natural and contain no perfumes, petroleum products, harmful chemicals, steroids or colorants.

Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio promotes SkinFree products primarily through doctor's offices, social media and word of mouth. Bloggers and journalists are welcome to contact Skinfree for samples.

To learn more about Blue Ridge Gypsy Studio and SkinFree products, please visit the skinfree. net website or contact owner, Julie Hilton. Wholesale inquiries are welcomed.

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PO Box 97, Shipman, VA 22971

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Focusing on Patient-Centered Care: The 2006 Planetree Annual Conference

Focusing on Patient-Centered Care: The 2006 Planetree Annual Conference

Healthcare professionals from around the world will travel to San Diego, CA to attend the 2006 Planetree Annual Conference on October 9-12, 2006. Hosted by Planetree-affiliate Sharp Coronado Hospital, the 2006 Conference brings together healthcare practitioners, academics, patient advocates, hospital staff and administrators, and architects to advance and expand the patient-centered care movement.

Derby, CT (PRWEB) September 14, 2006

Healthcare professionals from around the world will travel to San Diego, CA to attend the 2006 Planetree Annual Conference on October 9-12, 2006. Hosted by Planetree-affiliate Sharp Coronado Hospital, the 2006 Conference brings together healthcare practitioners, academics, patient advocates, hospital staff and administrators, and architects to advance and expand the patient-centered care movement.

Among the keynote speakers for the four-day event will be music icon Judy Collins who will talk about the healing power of art and music. Other keynote speakers will include: Dr. C. Norman Shealy, President of Holos University Graduate Seminary, which offers doctoral programs in Spiritual Healing and Energy Medicine; acclaimed journalist Linda Ellerbee, who will talk about her experiences with living with breast cancer; Don Miguel Ruiz, best-selling author of The Four Agreements; Erick Wahl, a recognized artist and corporate consultant who provides bold innovative strategies to challenge organizations to keep ahead of the changes and competition in today's dynamic marketplace; and Tom Kelley, the general manager of IDEO, the famous design and development firm responsible for the Apple mouse, Polaroid's IZone instant camera, the Palm V, and hundreds of other cutting edge products.

In addition to these speakers, the 2006 Planetree Annual Conference will feature breakout sessions on practical strategies for implementing and fostering a patient-centered culture in healthcare institutions. Topics include employee satisfaction evaluation tools, patient safety, clinical aromatherapy, therapeutic touch and patient-centered facility design, among others.

On Thursday, October 12, Planetree will recognize the extraordinary individual and institutional achievements in patient-centered care during the Spirit of Planetree Awards Dinner.

“When we embarked upon a search for a strategy for our hospital that would take it successfully into the next decades, we discovered that Planetree creates a sustainable cultural shift that doesn't depend on the continued presence of a hospital’s current leadership to maintain its integrity,” said Sharp Coronado Hospital CEO Marcia Hall.

“Planetree and its tenets comprise the ‘shade tree’ that we know others will sit under as the years move beyond our current very committed leadership team.”

Hall’s staff will lead several tours of Sharp Coronado Hospital during the conference to demonstrate how Planetree concepts have been fully integrated into every area of the hospital.

The 2006 Conference is sponsored by Lead Sponsors Albert Kahn Associates, Inc., a leading planning, design and management firm; GetWellNetwork, a healthcare interactive services firm that works to enhance the healing and coping process to patients and care providers; and Nurture by Steelcase, a company that transforms healthcare environments to make lives better for patients, caregivers and partners in care.

For more information on participating in the 2006 Planetree Annual Conference as an attendee, call the Planetree National Office at 203.732.1365 or visit www. planetree. org.

For nearly three decades, Planetree, Inc., a not-for profit organization based in Derby, CT has been at the forefront of the effort to humanize, personalize and demystify the healthcare system. Today, the Planetree Members Network is a global community of over 100 acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities and libraries.

PLANETREE MEDIA CONTACT:

Lisa Donnarumma

203.732.1377

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Smokers Invited to Test Vaccine Against Nicotine Addiction

Smokers Invited to Test Vaccine Against Nicotine Addiction

UCSF’s Habit Abatement Clinic is testing a vaccine that enlists help from the immune system to keep nicotine away from the brain. The vaccine is designed to help smokers quit and to limit the urge to start smoking again. Called NicVax, the investigational vaccine is being developed by Nabi Biopharmaceuticals to prevent and treat nicotine addiction and to help people quit smoking.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) June 11, 2006

Normally when a smoker inhales, nicotine is carried by the bloodstream to the brain, where it triggers neuro-receptors to generate positive sensations that can lead to addiction. The vaccine stimulates the immune system to produce antibodies that recognize the small nicotine molecule. Bound to these antibodies, nicotine molecules no longer can cross the blood-brain barrier and enter the brain.

“With little or no nicotine reaching the brain, smoking is less rewarding. That gives the smoker a chance to change the behavioral and social factors that also influence smoking,” said Victor Reus, MD, principal investigator for the study at UCSF.

Because immune antibodies remain in the body for some time, Reus said it is hoped that the vaccine also will prevent relapse. When a vaccinated smoker lights up months after quitting, the person should not experience the nicotine-triggered reward that tempts most people back into the habit.

Northern California smokers over 18 are invited to join a national study to determine whether NicVax can help people abstain from smoking and help them avoid relapsing within the next 12 months. Participation is free and requires a one-year commitment to come to San Francisco for injections and follow-up visits. The study also includes five behavioral counseling sessions. Participants will be paid for each visit and given validated parking at the clinic.

For information, interested persons should call the UCSF Habit Abatement Clinic at (415) 476-7453, visit www. ucsf. edu/nosmoke (http://www. ucsf. edu/nosmoke).

UCSF is one of nine centers nationwide to participate in this phase II proof-of-principle clinical trial, which is sponsored by Nabi Biopharmaceuticals of Boca Raton, Florida, and the National Institute on Drug Abuse.

The FDA granted a “fast track” designation for the NicVax vaccine in March, to speed development and review of the drug if trial results are promising.

“Most people who smoke want to quit, and they now have a number of options to help them reduce nicotine dependence and quit smoking,” said Sharon Hall, PhD, co - principal investigator and director of the UCSF Habit Abatement Clinic. “A vaccine that could prevent the addictive action of nicotine is a promising alternative option.”

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cigarette smoking contributes to 440,000 deaths each year – one-fifth of all U. S. deaths. Quitting smoking has immediate as well as long-term benefits, improving overall health as well as reducing risk for diseases caused by smoking.

The mission of the UCSF Habit Abatement Clinic is to develop and evaluate innovative treatment strategies aimed at helping people quit smoking and stay quit. Funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse and the National Cancer Institute, the Habit Abatement Clinic has been evaluating the effectiveness of smoking cessation treatment since 1980.

UCSF is a leading university that consistently defines health care worldwide by conducting advanced biomedical research, educating graduate students in the life sciences, and providing complex patient care.

Reporters/producers note: UCSF habit-abatement experts and study leaders Victor Reus, MD and Sharon Hall, PhD are available for interviews.

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Introducing Animal Planet's & the Internet's newest star...Charlie The Llama

Introducing Animal Planet's & the Internet's newest star...Charlie The Llama

(PRWEB) July 22, 2000

Meet "Charlie the Llama" the hottest new star since Brad Pitt! Charlie was

Discovered on the Internet by Animal Planet and Tokyo Broadcasting System.

Charlie's story, "Llama Love," can be seen Friday, July 21st at 4PM Eastern

Time on Animal Planet in the series "Pet story." This is a half hour program

Dedicated to the story of a pet and it's owner. These stories focus on the

Relationships people have with their pets. With 30 different stories, each

Is dynamic and ongoing.

Glass DiFede Productions worked with Charlie and our family on

Our the episode entitled "Llama Llove." Animal Planet, along with the

Producers of Glass Difede Productions, fell in love with this story because

Of our unique relationship with Charlie and the ongoing story of Charlie going to visit a

Nursing Home for the first time while they were there to "capture the

Moment."

Charlie is a unique llama, he has a lot of personality and is quite lovable

And intelligent. He won our hearts when we were first training him and, after

Becoming a member of our family, he soon showed that he had a disposition

Enabling him to help people in a therapeutic capacity. Glass DiFede

Productions said: "We are looking forward to sharing your story through

Interviews and action, learning the "back story" of how Charlie became a

Member of the Stillwell family, through his work with handicapped children

To finally Charlie's first visit to Franciscan Health System Care Center

In Bothell, WA."

Angela Mancici, Associate Producer said: "Each episode is told in the words

Of the people we are focused on. We do not have a host, and only use

Outside narration when absolutely necessary. Your story will be told in

Your own words. The program is focused on the relationships between

Animals and "their people." We look for programs that are dynamic and

Ongoing as well as visually interesting. "Llama Llove" is such a story and

We are quite pleased to be able to share it with the viewers of Animal

Planet."

You can visit Charlie at his website http://www. charliethellama. com (http://www. charliethellama. com) and read

About his experiences and see pictures taken while he was being filmed.

There are interactive educational games on the site and a lot of information

About llamas. See what a llama's foot looks like; see Charlie visiting the

Nursing Home; see how a llama sleeps; see a llama being sheared with before

And after photos; learn why a llama can become a companion and friend.

Internationally Recognized Doctor of Oriental Medicine Supports Benefits of Colon Cleansing with MetaCleanse Colon Cleanse for Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Internationally Recognized Doctor of Oriental Medicine Supports Benefits of Colon Cleansing with MetaCleanse Colon Cleanse for Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Dr. Jampa Mackenzie Stewart, internationally recognized Doctor of Oriental Medicine, supports benefits of colon cleansing with a unique blend of psyllium, flaxseed and bentonite clay for treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

Austin, TX (PRWEB) December 28, 2005

Doctors estimate that 30 million Americans today require treatment for irritable bowel syndrome. Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS is a terribly uncomfortable disease made worse by its embarrassing symptoms of chronic constipation or diarrhea with gas, bloating and debilitating stomach cramps.

While the first line of treatment for IBS is almost always changing the person's diet and alleviating stress, Dr. Jampa Mackenzie Stewart, an internationally recognized Doctor of Oriental Medicine, recommends a unique blend of psyllium, flaxseed and bentonite clay as an effective IBS therapy.

"MetaCleanse Colon Cleanse is a safe and natural fiber therapy for gently encouraging healthy elimination without chemical stimulants or laxatives, with the additional benefit of delivering healing and detoxification to the colon with flaxseed and bentonite," says Dr. Stewart.

Dr. Stewart adds, "I had previously experimented with psyllium husks, colonics, and other methods of restoring intestinal balance, and I can say without reservation that Meta Colon Cleanse is now in my first line of treatment for digestive and intestinal disorders."

MetaCleanse Colon Cleanse, a high fiber intestinal colon cleansing product made from a carefully balanced combination of ground flaxseed, whole psyllium husks, and food-grade bentonite clay, offers a gentle and natural colon cleanse that is simple to take and easy on the system.

Whole natural psyllium husk is one of the best dietary fibers known to man. It adds bulk to stools, helps clear the intestines of deposits, acts as a mild intestinal lubricant and helps maintain regularity.

Flaxseed is nature's richest mega-source of the plant version of omega-3 fatty acids called alpha-linolenic acid. The Food and Drug Administration has determined that flaxseed is beneficial in, among many other things, preventing estrogen-related cancers, providing menopausal relief for hot flashes, reducing cravings for junk food and assisting in weight loss.

Bentonite clay has been used medicinally for centuries by indigenous people around the world and is recognized as an effective intestinal cleansing agent to assist in alleviating numerous health problems. Hydrated clay absorbs and binds toxins such as heavy metals, free radicals and pesticides that reside in the intestinal tract.

Meta Colon Cleanse is best mixed with water or juice and has a mild nutty taste provided by the flavor of the flaxseed.

A one-month supply of colon cleanser is only $19.95 plus shipping and handling.

Solana Systems has been producing Meta Colon Cleanse for over twenty years and has thousands of satisfied customers all over the United States.

Formulated by a health conscious lover of life with an extensive background in holistic, eastern and western medicine, Meta Colon Cleanse is available on the Internet at http://www.1meta-colon-cleanse. com and from finer health food stores and health spas.

Jampa Mackenzie Stewart, D. O.M., M. S.O. M., L. Ac., is the founder and director of the Healing Tao Institute.

Dr. Stewart is a Senior Healing Tao Instructor, certified by the Universal Healing Tao, and is the co-founder of Healing Tao USA. Dr. Stewart also holds a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine from Southwest Acupuncture College (SWAC) in Santa Fe and has taught Medical Qigong at both SWAC and the Academy of Oriental Medicine in Austin, Texas, where he now resides.

Dr. Stewart is also an AOBTA Certified Instructor in Medical Qigong Therapy and Chi Nei Tsang, and a Board Certified Diplomate in Acupuncture (Dipl. Ac.) by the National Certification Committee for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

Dr. Stewart has served as editor and contributing writer for Healing Tao books since 1989, and has collaborated on several books, including Awaken Healing Light of the Tao (1993) and The Inner Structure of Tai Chi (1996). Dr. Stewart has written several books of his own, including The Life of Gampopa (Snow Lion, 1995) and Foundations of Taoist Practice (1995). He has also written over 40 published articles that have appeared in magazines such as Tantra, Qigong Magazine, Internal Arts, Black Belt, and Tai Chi.

Dr. Stewart served as co-chairman of the National Qigong Association (NQA) Medical Qigong Committee and guided them in developing new national standards for Qigong professionals. He is currently on the NQA Board of Directors. He was also a board member of the Texas Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medical Association, founding board member of the Healing Tao Instructors Association and former co-chairman of their Certification Committee.

More information about Dr. Stewart can be found at http://www. healingtaoinstitute. com.

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Survey Finds Americans are Ready to Comply with New US Government Dietary Guidelines

Survey Finds Americans are Ready to Comply with New US Government Dietary Guidelines

LifeScript. com poll finds 54.7% plan to exercise more, but most are falling short of recommended daily exercise and fitness.

Mission Viejo, CA (PRWEB) January 14, 2005

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005 (http://www. lifescript. com/www/PressReleases/01.13.2005/index. asp) has just been released by the government and the plan calls for Americans to increase their exercise and fitness and to reduce their risk for major chronic diseases through diet and physical activity.

LifeScript. com (http://www. lifescript. com/), the leading personalized vitamin supplement (http://www. lifescript. com/www/PressReleases/01.13.2005/index. asp) company today announced the results of the LifeScript Health Poll and found that Americans are planning to comply. “We were pleased to see that the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans (http://www. lifescript. com/www/PressReleases/01.13.2005/index. asp) include increased exercise and fitness, good basic diet recommendations and a new focus on the importance of nutrients and vitamins.” said LifeScript CEO Ron Caporale, “In addition, it is encouraging to see that Americans in our poll are planning to improve their health in the coming year.”

The polls were answered by over 10,000 of the subscribers to the free LifeScript Healthy Advantage Internet Newsletter. Americans pledged to exercise more for their New Years resolution (54.7%), the second resolution was to lose weight (32.1%), followed by stop smoking (9.4%).

However, the current exercise program of survey respondents does not meet the criteria of the new US Dietary Guidelines. The new guidelines call for Americans to engage in regular physical activity to reduce the risk of chronic disease in adulthood. Individuals should exercise a minimum of 30 minutes per day or 3.5 hours per week, and adults looking to lose weight should participate in 60-90 minutes of daily moderate-intensity physical activity while not exceeding caloric intake requirements. In the LifeScript Health Poll, 58.5% reported that on average, they do not get more than 3 hours exercise, the new recommended amount, each week.

The new Dietary Guidelines recommend the consumption of 2 cups of fruit per day, and over 54% of LifeScript Health Poll respondents are having more than 2 servings of fruit each day. Other poll results include: preferred workout location and the gym was selected by 27.8% and the home by 23.2% of respondents, 32.6% of participants report that they get less than 6 of hours sleep during the week and 43.1% of respondents dislike their body. For full results of the survey, please visit www. lifescript. com/HealthPoll (http://www. lifescript. com/HealthPoll ).

About LifeScript

LifeScript, based in Mission Viejo, California is an internet direct marketing company focused on health and wellness. The LifeScript product line includes LifeScript personalized vitamin supplements and Revitalize soy meal replacement shakes.

LifeScript personalized vitamin supplements were created to help health conscious consumers make better decisions about the vitamins and supplements (http://www. lifescript. com/www/PressReleases/01.13.2005/index. asp) they take and in what amounts. Internet website visitors answer a few simple questions about health, lifestyle and medical concerns. Sophisticated algorithms created by the Scientific and Medical Advisory Board create a unique supplement program that is prescribed specifically for the individual. For a free vitamin supplement profile please visit www. lifescript. com.

LifeScript publishes the free internet newsletter LifeScript Healthy Advantage. The newsletter contains articles on health, diet, exercise and fitness (http://www. lifescript. com/www/PressReleases/01.13.2005/index. asp), plus the latest research on vitamins and supplements written by members of the LifeScript Scientific and Medical Advisory Board.

Revitalize soy meal replacement shakes are low carbohydrate, high calcium shakes that provide an easy meal replacement option for health conscious consumers. For more information, please visit www. revitalize. com.

About the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005 (http://www. lifescript. com/www/PressReleases/01.13.2005/index. asp)

Dietary Guidelines for Americans is published jointly every 5 years by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Guidelines provide authoritative advice for people two years and older about how good dietary habits can promote health and reduce risk for major chronic diseases. A copy of the report is available at: http://www. healthierus. gov/dietaryguidelines/ (http://www. healthierus. gov/dietaryguidelines/)

Media Contact

Brian Hogan

LifeScript

(949) 454-0422

Pr@lifescript. com

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Vitamark International Introduces Natique Skin Care System

Vitamark International Introduces Natique Skin Care System

Natique Skin Care is the most comprehensive skin care system on the market today. This four component set for women and men contains all of the essentials— vitamins A, D, and E, aloe vera, chamomile and natural oils—that work together to cleanse, soothe and nourish your skin.

Houston, TX (PRWEB) November 22, 2005

Natique Skin Care is the most comprehensive skin care system on the market today. This four component set for women and men contains all of the essentials— vitamins A, D, and E, aloe vera, chamomile and natural oils—that work together to cleanse, soothe and nourish your skin.

Natique Skin Care, available exclusively from Vitamark International (formerly Vitacorp), embodies a revolutionary skin care technique that is the result of more than half a century of historical research.

Natique works in complete harmony with nature to clean, condition, nourish and protect the skin. When used properly, Natique produces healthy skin that glows with vitality. The Natique 4 Step Natural Look Skin Care Program has been specifically formulated both for men and women’s skin.

The secret to success with Natique is to follow the directions. To receive maximum benefits, be sure to use Natique twice daily—once in the morning and again in the evening. You’ll soon discover the wonderful difference Natique can make in the health and appearance of your skin.

Colloidal Cleanser

Removes makeup and impurities. With its colloidal flotation process, Colloidal Cleanser encourages deep cleansing. It also contains a bacteriostat and nourishes the skin. For optimum results, use morning and evening.

Use Colloidal Cleanser to wash your hands thoroughly, then dry them and pour a dime-sized amount of Colloidal Cleanser into the palm of your hand.

Lathering Cleanser

Removes any traces of Colloidal Cleanser and encourages tightening, firming and exfoliation, while nourishing the skin. If you have normal or oily skin, use morning and evening. If your skin is dry, you may wish to use only once a day.

Enriched Ultra Conditioner

Smoothes, softens and nourishes the skin—bringing a glow to your face. It moisturizes and helps guard against the effects of exposure to sun and wind. For optimum results, use morning and evening.

Protective Lotion

Formulated to tone, firm and nourish the skin, Step 4 protects from harsh environmental elements—aiding exfoliation of dead skin from the face and under the eyes, and helping reduce dark circles. It increases the effectiveness of the conditioners. For optimum results, use morning and evening.

Night Essential Complex

Provides your face with replenishing nourishment. Night Essential Complex penetrates deep into the layers of skin where damage from sun, wind and pollutants can cause fine lines and wrinkles. When applied each night after Step 4, this restorative formula repairs and rejuvenates your skin. This amazing power is based on Shark Lipid, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Green Tea Extract, Squalene, Jojoba Oil, Aloe Vera, Grape Seed Extract, Marine Collagen Complex, MSM, Hyaluronic Acid, DMAE and more. The synergistic effects of these potent antioxidants work to restore the luminous look of youth.

Natique Firming Lift

Natique Firming Lift helps remove years from the look of your skin, without dangerous, costly surgery or chemical processes. By combining the benefits of Elastin, Carrageenan, Omega 3, 6 and 9, Co Q 10, DMAE, Aloe Vera and other amazing ingredients, Natique Firming Lift can enhance and replenish your skin while helping to tighten and tone facial muscles.

Natique Firming Lift works in conjunction with Natique Skin Care. It has a cumulative effect on your skin and should be used regularly for maximum benefits. Use at least 2-3 times per week. Once your skin has reached optimum improvement, one application of Natique Firming Lift per week will help your skin maintain its youthful beauty.

For complete information, please visit Natique web page:

Http://vitacorp. icthus. net/natique_skin_care. shtml (http://vitacorp. icthus. net/natique_skin_care. shtml)

Disclaimer: The statements indicated herein have not been evaluated by the FDA. Products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Oracle Corporation Senior Executive Slated as Keynote Speaker at NCOAUG Free Oracle Training Day

Oracle Corporation Senior Executive Slated as Keynote Speaker at NCOAUG Free Oracle Training Day

Oracle Corporation's Executive Vice President of North America, Keith Block, will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming North Central Oracle Applications User Group Free Summer Training Day on August 13 in Chicago.

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) July 8, 2004

Oracle Corporation's Executive Vice President of North America, Keith Block, will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming North Central Oracle Applications User Group (NCOAUG) Summer Training Day on August 13. Mr. Block is responsible for Oracle's North America Sales and North America Consulting. Mr. Block will address conference attendees on Friday, August 13 from 11:00 am to 11:40 am, followed by a short Q&A session. The NCOAUG Summer 2004 Training Day is free and will be held on Friday, August 13, 2004 at Harper College, in Palatine, IL from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

"We are extremely excited that Keith has agreed to deliver the keynote at our special 10th anniversary NCOAUG event," said Dave Herrington, NCOAUG Event Director and DARC Corporation Chairman & CEO. "The North Central Oracle Applications users have been very loyal Oracle customers over all these years, so I believe Keith's participation in the event will be very much appreciated by all. This conference is shaping up to be the best one we've ever held."

"Oracle is about innovation and leadership," said Keith Block. "Our product portfolio is unparalleled and our ability to deliver incredible benefits to our customers has never been stronger. No one offers a more comprehensive product and services footprint. We sell world-class technology, we deliver world-class consulting, and we will take ownership of the services necessary to sustain it. We are an enterprise, second to none in the industry."

Mr. Block's responsibilities at Oracle encompass sales and consulting for a very diverse group of customers spanning the Fortune 1000, through small and medium sized enterprises. In addition, he is responsible for Government, Education, and Healthcare Consulting and Oracle Direct. Mr. Block is personally engaged in several strategic client relationships and he leads a team of nearly 6,000. His organizations are focused on selling and delivering both Oracle technology and the Oracle® E-Business Suite. Mr. Block has been integral to the development and delivery of Oracle's Managed Services initiative. His responsibilities include the development and implementation of industry best practices, the strategy and implementation of Oracle's North America partnering program and an aggressive indirect channel program. He is responsible for leading Oracle Consulting's Global Service Line initiative.

NCOAUG is a free, one-day event offering a full agenda of the latest information on Oracle Applications, including in-depth training and information tracks designed to bring users up to date on application functionality, enhancements and implementation techniques. In addition, the NCOAUG 2004 Training Day will feature module overviews, industry specific breakout sessions, and demonstrations at the Oracle Campground, vendor exhibits and presentations.

NCOAUG Summer 2004 Training Day will include multiple tracks presented each hour. Topics will range from new directions of Oracle, DBA and tuning issues, to new toolsets and user interfaces, installations and upgrades, special customizations, and functional issues. In addition, there will be presentations on a variety of applications products. These presentations will cover a wide range of topics. For example, presentations will cover Financials, Manufacturing and Projects, CRM, Web Apps and E-Commerce.

Summer Training Day 2004 will begin at 8:00 am and run until approximately 5:00 pm on August 13. Registration is required for this event; to register, visit www. ncoaug. org. Training Day 2004 will be held at Harper College, which is located at 1200 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine, IL, a suburb of Chicago.

About NCOAUG

NCOAUG was established in 1994 as the North Central geographic region of the Oracle Applications User Group. Currently NCOAUG has over 2,300 registered members from around North America and maintains free membership. The mission of NCOAUG is to inform and educate their members on current and future Oracle Applications, while offering a forum of peers for sharing experience and knowledge in the enterprise technology realm.

For more information, please visit www. ncoaug. org

NCOAUG contact: Event Director, Dave Herrington, at (312) 338-5000, ext. 204 or dave. herrington@darc. com

Oracle is a registered trademark of Oracle Corporation and/or its affiliates.

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Clarus Systems Receives a 2010 Unified Communications Excellence Award

Clarus Systems Receives a 2010 Unified Communications Excellence Award

Clarus Migration Certification Service for Cisco Unified Communications Manager Recognized for Outstanding Innovation

Redwood City, CA (PRWEB) November 15, 2010

Clarus Systems, Inc., a leading provider of integrated Voice over IP (VoIP) and Unified Communications management software and services, today announced that Technology Marketing Corporation (TMC®), a global, integrated marketing company, has named the Clarus Migration Certification Service for Cisco Unified Communications Manager as a recipient of its 2010 Unified Communications Excellence Award.

By utilizing Clarus Services for testing and troubleshooting, an enterprise upgrading Cisco Unified Communications Manager can cut costs and maximize efficiency by focusing on migration issues as soon as they arise and hone in on problems solely introduced as a result of the upgrade, without being sidetracked by existing, pre-upgrade, problems.

"As a Cisco Developer Network Partner, Clarus Systems understands the value in properly assessing Unified Communication Manager performance and availability both before and after migration,” said Brendan Reidy, president and CEO of Clarus Systems. “With our flexible array of services and products, we are able to complement a partner or Cisco's Advanced Services teams and enable them to significantly reduce cost and risk involved with performing these complex migration projects on time. Our ClarusIPC Plus+ flagship product can also be utilized by systems integrators to ease the concerns of their clients over the daunting, but necessary, Communications Manager migrations to versions 6, 7 or now 8.x."

“Clarus Systems has proven its commitment to excellence while providing solutions in the UC marketplace. We are pleased to grant a 2010 Unified Communications Excellence Award to Clarus Migration Certification Service for Cisco Unified Communications Manager,” said Rich Tehrani, CEO, TMC. “Congratulations to Clarus Systems on receiving this award and we look forward to future innovations.”

Unified Communications Excellence Award winners are published in the October 2010 issue of Unified Communications magazine (http://www. uc-mag. com). Unified Communications magazine is devoted to educating readers on employing unified communications (UC) solutions.

For more information about TMC please visit http://www. tmcnet. com.

About Clarus Systems
Clarus Systems, Inc. (http://www. clarussystems. com) a global leader in enterprise VoIP management software and services, provides integrated testing, troubleshooting, and monitoring for Unified Communications systems. Clarus’ award-winning VoIP management suite, ClarusIPC Plus®, maximizes Unified Communications performance and availability through automated testing, performance monitoring, configuration management and business intelligence reporting. Clarus VoIP testing and monitoring ensures the highest voice quality and proactive management that empowers unified communications. The company attributes its success to its roster of customers which includes Global 100 enterprises in financial services, healthcare, energy, communications, as well as system integrators, resellers and managed service partners. For additional information, please visit http://www. clarussystems. com. Also, follow us on Twitter: http://www. twitter. com/clarussystems.

About Unified Communications magazine
Launched in July 2007, Unified Communications magazine is devoted to educating enterprise decision makers on why and how they need to deploy unified communications (UC) solutions. Every issue of Unified Communications magazine features a comprehensive news section; case studies of successful deployments and lessons learned; interviews with leading hardware and software companies; and an 'industry' section, featuring analysis of important mergers and acquisition, partnerships and a Wall Street perspective on the unified communications market. Unified Communications has a readership of 100,000.

About TMC
Technology Marketing Corporation (TMC) is a global, integrated media company helping our clients build communities in print, in person and online. TMC publishes Customer Interaction Solutions, INTERNET TELEPHONY, Unified Communications, and NGN magazines. TMCnet, TMC's Web site, is the leading source of news and articles for the communications and technology industries.

TMCnet is read by nearly two million unique visitors each month on average worldwide, according to Webtrends. Alexa. com ranks TMCnet traffic under 1,700 in the U. S. and India and under 4,000 in the Philippines, Canada and Ireland. TMCnet traffic ranks just over 4,000 in overall global traffic, according to Alexa. com.

In addition, TMC produces ITEXPO; 4GWE Conference and M2M Evolution (in conjunction with Crossfire Media); Digium|Asterisk World (in conjunction with Digium); and Smart Grid Summit (in conjunction with Intelligent Communication Partners). TMC serves other communications market segments with the Cloud Communications Summit (in conjunction with Light and Electric); CVx ChannelVision Expo (in conjunction with Beka Publishing); and MSPWorld™ (in conjunction with the MSP Alliance).

TMC also serves technology professionals with industry-specific Web sites: InfoTech Spotlight, 4GWE, M2M Evolution. com, Smart-Grid. TMCnet. com, Smart Products Ecosystem, Robotics. TMCnet. com, Cable. TMCnet. com, Satellite Spotlight, Green. TMCnet. com, Healthcare. TMCnet. com, and Education. TMCnet. com.

Media Contacts:

Clarus Systems
Paul Macchia
201-357-4772
Press(at)clarussystems(dot)com

TMC: 
Jan Pierret
Marketing Manager 
203-852-6800, ext. 228 
Jpierret(at)tmcnet(dot)com 

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Case Managers Across the Country Are Receiving Needed CEU's by Approved Provider Flexiciser

Case Managers Across the Country Are Receiving Needed CEU's by Approved Provider Flexiciser

Bryan S. J. Mallindine the President of Flexiciser™ Inc., has developed a CEU content for Case Managers, which is available through The Case Management Society of America (CMSA) www. cmsa. org.

Carlsbad, CA (PRWEB) February 3, 2010

Bryan S. J. Mallindine the President of Flexiciser™ Inc., has developed a CEU content for Case Managers, which is available through The Case Management Society of America (CMSA) www. cmsa. org.

Flexiciser™ Inc., is a pioneering, Carlsbad, California firm which manufactures and markets top movement therapy devices™ for the mobility challenged.. Their equipment is making a difference across the country to those with mobility challenges, and we want to let other countries know about how it can help their mobility challenged individuals as well" says Bryan S. J. Mallindine, President.

Bryan S. J. Mallindine is an expert in the field of Movement Therapy, nutrition and health and brings expertise in business and finance as well. He also serves as Chairman & CEO of Expo Tour BV in Lugano, Switzerland and is a project leader for the new TARA Theme Park in Atlanta from Gone with the Wind.

Bryan Mallindine has lived in four continents and traveled extensively overseas, where he has gained vast knowledge in International Trade, Health, Movement Therapy™, marketing and strategic issues. He was one of forty-two from twenty countries accepted by the world's oldest and most prestigious business school, IMD in Switzerland where he received his MBA in International Marketing and Corporate Strategy. He also qualified as a CPA in Canada and Bermuda in 1982, and also holds Master of Arts degree in Management and Human Resources. Bryan has his PhD in NeuroImmunology.

Bryan Mallindine is also a top sought out speaker covering a variety of health and business topics and conducts workshops across the country on a variety of topics including Movement Therapy™ and how it can impact one's health.

He recently was a finalist for the Most Admired CEO by the San Diego Business Journal in San Diego, CA. He has received many other awards some of which include the Congressional Medal, California Businessman of the Year American Marketing Association Executive of the Year, and The Presidents Call To Service Award for his more than 4,000 plus hours of services over the years to his community.

Flexiciser,™ Inc.,under Bryan S. J. Mallindine's leadership and vision has touched lives of many individuals who face movement therapy challenges. He is a leader with a global vision who thinks out of the box and is always looking for new and innovative ways to help individuals with movement therapy issues.

CMSA was founded in 1990. The Case Management Society of America (CMSA) has grown to be the leading non-profit association dedicated to the support and development of the profession of case management. It is based in Little Rock, AR, and serves more than 11,000 members, 20,000 subscribers, and 70 chapters through educational forums, networking opportunities, legislative advocacy and establishing standards to advance the profession.

Care managers are advocates who help patients understand their current health status, what they can do about it and why those treatments are important. In this way, care managers act as catalysts by guiding patients and ensuring cohesion with other professionals in the health care delivery team, enabling their clients to achieve goals more effectively and efficiently.

The Case Management Society of America aims to improve patient well-being and health care outcomes by supporting the professional development of care managers from a variety of disciplines, practice settings, skill levels and professional capacities. Its leadership programs, educational forums, and breadth of tools and resources enable case management professionals to ensure more positive outcomes for individual patients' healthcare needs. Case management professionals help patients get healthier, faster; and help curtail the exorbitant costs that too often afflict the nation's health care system. To further the professional knowledge and career opportunities of its members, CMSA also offers a number of education programs one of which is approved and offered by Flexiciser™ who is an approved CEU provider.

The approved program is called Movement Therapy™ and is presented by Bryan S. J. Mallindine, President of Flexiciser™ Inc. Each Movement Therapy class provides 1.0 CCM-CEU's towards fulfilling the requirement of continuing education for case managers,

Mr. Mallindine is nationally recognized as a trainer and platform speaker in the health industry.

These CCM-CEU classes can be conducted at any facility in the country for their case management staff.

For more information and/or to set up these classes at your facility, call Flexiciser™ at 888-353-9462.

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FitFarms is offering £300 special offer for all bookings made before Friday 21st October

FitFarms is offering £300 special offer for all bookings made before Friday 21st October

FitFarms has just one the prestigious award of Great Britain’s No.1 Camp for Body and Soul 2010 and is celebrating by giving past and future clients a £300 discount.

(PRWeb UK) October 14, 2010

FitFarms is the longest established weight loss retreatand fitness camp in the UK. The weight loss boot camp has had numerous awards from the UK’s No.1 Weight Loss and Fitness camp awarded by The Sunday Times to best camp for weight loss by Virgin.

Recently there has been some new arrivals to the health team including a new health manager Gillie Sutherland from Cumberland. Gillie has come from a Life Coaching background and has set up a very successful post course weight loss programme. Sandra Willis from Buckinghamshire says “The week was absolutely amazing, better than any holiday I’ve been on because FitFarms completely rejuvenates and changes your mind set. I’ve not only lost 11 lbs I’ve learnt how to live a healthier lifestyle for when I arrive home.” Sandra is one of thousands of woman who have been guided through the FitFarms 13 week programme.

The website explains that the programme isn’t a 7 day quick fix programme that some of the military programmes are offering. FitFarms is offering a 13 week programme with a 7 day kick start at one of the sites.

There are two FitFarms or some may say fat camp one in the Peak District which is a architectly converted farmhouse making very contemporary and cool living space for the clients. The other site is down on Exmoor and is a classic Victorian manor house overlooking the beautiful Exmoor National Park.

The food is nutritious but also delicious and is cooked by one of the Farms French chefs. The food is all cooked from scratch and they even have cookery sessions during the week to teach you how to prepare the food for when you arrive home.

FitFarms has been awarded the number one camp for weight loss by Virgin but where the company is really different from the other camps is by having the post course programme. FitFarms states that if you follow the programme you’re guaranteed to lose a substancial and sustainable amount of weight.

To book a 13 week programme with FitFarms call the office on 0800 634 3070 or visit the website for more details at http://www. fitfarms. co. uk

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Bodybuilding. com to Syndicate the Performance Nutrition Show

Bodybuilding. com to Syndicate the Performance Nutrition Show

Bodybuilding. com announced Tuesday that they will syndicate the Performance Nutrition Show and podcast hosted by Dr. Jose Antonio and Carla Sanchez.

Boise, ID (PRWEB) May 26, 2006

Bodybuilding. com announced Tuesday that they will syndicate the Performance Nutrition Show and podcast hosted by Dr. Jose Antonio and Carla Sanchez.

The Performance Nutrition Show is the first radio web and podcast that explores the latest sports nutrition science as well as real-world training and dieting techniques for the fitness enthusiast. The show was co-created by Dan Solomon, executive producer of Pro Bodybuilding Weekly - The Voice of Professional Bodybuilding.

“We are pleased to have a show of this caliber and certainly one that packs as much consumer-friendly and scientifically accurate information in sports nutrition and fitness,” said Ryan DeLuca, CEO of Bodybuilding. com. The Performance Nutrition Show airs several shows each month.

About the hosts

Jose Antonio earned a B. S. in Biology, an M. S. in Exercise Physiology and a Ph. D. in Muscle Physiology. He also completed a post-doctoral research fellowship in Endocrinology and Metabolism. After graduating from The Colorado College, Carla Sanchez (B. A. psychology, Certified Strength & Conditioning Coach, NSCA) worked as an Aquatics Director, a Recreation Specialist, a Fitness Director, a Denver Bronco's Cheerleader, and a Strength and Conditioning Coach.

For more information visit http://www. bodybuilding. com/fun/performancenutritionpodcast. htm (http://www. bodybuilding. com/fun/performancenutritionpodcast. htm), http://www. pnshow. com (http://www. pnshow. com) or contact Jose Antonio, Ph. D.

Bodybuilding. com offers more than 5,500 health and fitness products to help people exceed their shape and fitness goals. They offer more than 18,000 pages of valuable bodybuilding and fitness information including more than 7,765 articles written by 385 plus writers, video & audio segments, with new content being added daily.

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QSI Touch Screen Terminal Improves Temperature and Compressor Control for American Red Cross Blood and Plasma Storage Rooms

QSI Touch Screen Terminal Improves Temperature and Compressor Control for American Red Cross Blood and Plasma Storage Rooms

QSI Corporation, manufacturer of rugged operator interface and mobile data terminals, was selected by Pro Refrigeration Inc., developers of chilling systems, to provide the graphic human machine interface (HMI) on an advanced microprocessor driven refrigeration controller. This technology was recently implemented at the newest American Red Cross facility to improve temperature and compressor control for their blood and plasma storage rooms. This new state-of-the-art facility in Pomona, California, is the largest blood bank in the United States.

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (PRWEB) November 2, 2005

QSI Corporation, manufacturer of rugged operator interface and mobile data terminals, was selected by Pro Refrigeration Inc., developers of chilling systems, to provide the graphic human machine interface (HMI) on an advanced microprocessor driven refrigeration controller. This technology was recently implemented at the newest American Red Cross facility to improve temperature and compressor control for their blood and plasma storage rooms. This new state-of-the-art facility in Pomona, California, is the largest blood bank in the United States.

After only operating a year, the Red Cross realized their existing control system was not adequate for controlling the temperature of their blood and plasma storage rooms. With blood and plasma worth millions of dollars stored in each room, variance in room or product temperature is not acceptable. Strict quality standards require little or no temperature fluctuation of the blood and plasma, at a holding temperature of -32 °C.

The project involved the installation of Pro Refrigeration’s CR110 Controllers onto existing Red Cross condensing units, with QSI Corporation’s QTERM-G70 touch screen operator interface mounted outside the storage room, as the user interface for storage room control. The QTERM-G70 operator interface was easily customized for this application. The results included much better storage room temperature control, more effective defrost cycles, improved data logging ability and overall improved system control.

QSI’s QTERM-G70 is a rugged, Ethernet-enabled graphic human-machine terminal using a touch screen to interface with the user. This rugged terminal features a robust list of industrial-grade hardware features and options including a 320x240 lighted graphic LCD display (color or grayscale); 100Base-T Ethernet with TCP/IP support; touch screen with optional PS/2 keyboard connection; and a EIA-232, -422 or -485 serial interface. The QTERM-G70 graphic terminal is ruggedized for use in harsh industrial environments and is NEMA-4 rated and CE certified.

The QTERM-G70 uses an object-based graphic terminal programming language called Qlarity™ (pronounced Clarity). Designing a simple control panel interface or a complete stand-alone application has never been easier. The ability to use pre-defined objects, edit existing objects or author your own objects, provides flexibility to the novice and expert alike. Qlarity Foundry™, a PC-based design tool, provides a Windows® environment for screen creation, application simulation, debugging and downloading to the QTERM-G70 terminal.

“We are pleased to have worked with Pro Refrigeration on such an important project for the American Red Cross," said Jim Elwell, President of QSI. "It is rewarding to know QSI’s products are a part of a solution to properly store precious blood and plasma used in hospitals to save lives."

"We are honored to have worked on this challenging and successful project with American Red Cross,” said John Butorac, Controls Specialist for Pro Refrigeration, Inc. “With the QTERM-G70 and the CR110, we were able to successfully eliminate many components of the existing system, while delivering a completely redundant control system.”

To learn more about Pro Refrigeration’s refrigerated product line, visit http://prochiller. com (http://prochiller. com).

To learn more about the American Red Cross, visit http://www. redcross. org (http://www. redcross. org).

To learn more about QSI’s QTERM-G70, visit http://www. qsicorp. com/qterm-g70.html (http://www. qsicorp. com/qterm-g70.html). Graphic images of the QTERM-G70 can be downloaded from http://images. qsicorp. com (http://images. qsicorp. com). For more information contact QSI Corporation at 801-466-8770, Fax 801-466-8792, Web www. qsicorp. com or www. qlarity. com.

About QSI Corporation

Established in 1983, QSI Corporation is a manufacturer of rugged handheld, panel-mount and pedestal-mount terminals for industrial OEMs and commercial vehicle systems integrators. QSI’s human machine interface (HMI) and mobile data terminal (MDT) products include character and graphic terminals that are programmable, customizable, CE certified and NEMA 4/12/13 rated. Numerous interfaces are available, including EIA-232, EIA-422, EIA-485, J1708, Ethernet and Power-over-Ethernet. QSI excels at designing and building custom and semi-custom terminals able to withstand high levels of shock, vibration, humidity and other environmental parameters. All QSI Corporation products are manufactured in the USA at the company's headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah. For more information, contact QSI Corporation at 801-466-8770.

About Pro Refrigeration, Inc.

Pro Refrigeration, Inc., based in Auburn, Washington, is a leader in developing refrigeration and control systems for a number of markets including microbrewery, winery, food processing, and many others. For more information, contact Pro Refrigeration, Inc. at 253-735-9466 or visit http://www. prochiller. com/ (http://www. prochiller. com/).

About The American Red Cross

The American National Red Cross is headquartered in Washington, D. C. Since its founding in 1881, the American Red Cross has been the nation's premier emergency response organization. As part of a worldwide movement offering neutral humanitarian care to the victims of war, the American Red Cross distinguished itself by also aiding victims of devastating natural disasters. Over the years, the organization has expanded its services, always with the aim of preventing and relieving suffering. Today, in addition to domestic disaster relief, the American Red Cross offers compassionate services in five other areas: community services that help the needy; support and comfort for military members and their families; the collection, processing and distribution of lifesaving blood and blood products; educational programs that promote health and safety; and international relief and development programs. For more information, contact the American Red Cross at 202-303-4498, or visit http://www. redcross. org (http://www. redcross. org).

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Crumley & Associates Announces Winners of Second Annual Crib to College Scholarship Competition

Crumley & Associates Announces Winners of Second Annual Crib to College Scholarship Competition

Crumley & Associates announces the 10 winners of the second annual statewide Crib to College Scholarship and Next Step Scholarship competitions.

Greensboro, NC (PRWEB) June 22, 2007

Crumley & Associates is proud to announce the 10 winners of the second annual statewide Crib to College Scholarship and Next Step Scholarship competitions. All winners were awarded a $1,000 non-renewable scholarship and a laptop computer.

Crumley & Associates offers two scholarship opportunities through its Crib to College Foundation every year. The Crib to College Scholarship is for high school students who have been accepted to four-year, accredited colleges or universities. The Next Step Scholarship is for students enrolled in a community college or technical school who are transferring to an accredited, four-year college or university in the fall.

The winners of the Crib to College Scholarship competition were:
Christina Anderson graduated from West Rowan High School in Salisbury NC. She will attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and plans to major in political science. She hopes to become a civil rights attorney.

Demi Martinez graduated from Ronald Reagan High School in Pfafftown, NC. She will attend East Carolina University plans to major in premed. She hopes to become a pediatric anesthesiologist.

Lucas Dunbar graduated from Pamlico County High School in Bayboro, NC. He will attend North Carolina State University and plans to major in aerospace engineering. After he graduates, he hopes get into NASA's astronaut or space research and development program.

Elspeth Crawford graduated from Asheboro High School in Asheboro, NC. She will attend UNC -- Chapel Hill and plans to major in premed and Spanish. After med school she hopes to focus on women's health and practice in rural North Carolina.

Dericka Burleson graduated from McDowell High School in Marion, NC. She will attend Elon University and plans to major in elementary education. She hopes to teach second or third grade.

The winners of the Next Step Scholarship competition were:

Nadege DeLake attended Durham Technical Community College in Durham, NC. She will attend UNC-Chapel Hill and plans to study pre-law. She wants to become an attorney.

Jeremiah Chatham attended Southwestern Community College in Sylva, NC. He will attend UNC Asheville and plans to study academics with the hope of becoming a professor at a university and teaching history.

Lorie Gibson attended Stanly Community College in Albemarle, NC. She will attend Gardner Webb University and wants to pursue a career in counseling. After graduating she would like to open a Christian half-way house for ladies struggling with abuse and dysfunctional behaviors

James Hoover attended Cape Fear Community College in Wilmington, NC. He will attend UNC-Wilmington to study criminal justice. He hopes to have a career with the US Marshals or the FBI.

Robin Potawsky attended Catawba Valley Community College in Hickory, NC. She expects to attend UNC-Charlotte and plans to study education. She wants to get her master's degree in English and teach at a community college.

Crib to College Scholarship applicants were required to be graduating high school seniors with a 3.0 or higher GPA who have been accepted to a four-year accredited university or college in the fall. Judging was based upon the applicant's community involvement and written answer to an essay question about the law and safety. Applicants were also required to submit three letters of recommendation, with one of them coming from someone associated with a nonprofit or community service agency.

Next Step Scholarship applicants were required to be enrolled at a community college, have a 2.5 or better GPA and be accepted to an accredited college or university in the fall. Like Crib to College Scholarship applicants, judging of the Next Step Scholarship applicants was based upon their written essays about the law and safety and letters of recommendation.

"Our Crib to College program is focused on education, and teaches children and parents the benefits of improving their health and safety practices," said Bob Crumley, founder/CEO of Crumley & Associates. "Through community educational workshops, scholarships and the youth defensive driving program 'Drive's Edge,' Crumley & Associates is making a positive difference in our North Carolina communities."

The 2008 Scholarship competition opens January 1, 2008 and closes March 15, 2008. Beginning January 1, 2008 students can download applications at the Crumley & Associates' website, www. CrumleyandAssociates. com and at the College Foundation of North Carolina website at www. cfnc. org.

For additional information on the news that is the subject of this release contact Leslie Brooks at 336 889-2899 or Leslie(at)BuzztoBusiness. com.

About the Crib to College Foundation:
The Crib to College Foundation a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on education children and their parents about important safety issues. It is dedicated to making a positive impact on the health and safety of North Carolina's children.

About Crumley & Associates:
Crumley & Associates is a consumer-based law firm handling civil cases including automobile accidents, workers' compensation, social security disability, nursing home neglect and more. The firm has five Triad offices located in Asheboro, Burlington, Greensboro, High Point and Winston-Salem and five Metrolina offices located Charlotte, Concord, Gastonia, Hickory and Monroe.

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J&B Restaurant Partners Reaches New Heights; Company Helps Nonprofits & Charities

J&B Restaurant Partners Reaches New Heights; Company Helps Nonprofits & Charities

Ronkonkoma, N. Y. (PRWEB) August 14, 2005

J&B Restaurant PartnersÂ’ (J&B) legacy of giving back to the communities in which they serve has reached new heights this summer.

Just this year, the organization, which operates leading restaurant brands such as all the FriendyÂ’s Restaurants on Long Island, several Taco Bells and manages all the concessions at Jones Beach and Robert Moses State Parks, has supported local nonprofits and charitable organizations in their efforts to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for their specific causes.

“We care very much for our customers and the communities where we do business” said Joe Vitrano, president of J&B Restaurant Partners. “Giving back to the communities is part of our mission.”

Since the beginning of the year, J&B has participated and supported a wide array of charitable events whose results have been phenomenal:

-On May 15, 2005, J&B provided lunch to more than 2,000 participants who walked 5 kilometers on the Jones Beach Boardwalk in support of the National Alliance for Mentally (NAMI). NAMI educates the public about different kinds of mental illnesses and raises awareness about the stigma attached to such illnesses. The event raised $130,000 for NAMI research and programs.

-In addition, J&B has taken an active role in supporting the American Heart Association. Every year at many Long Island schools, the AHA sponsors the “Jump Rope for Heart,” a fundraiser that teaches children about maintaining a healthy lifestyle while jumping rope. This year, the event raised more than $900,000, with J&B distributing over 150,000 FREE Happy Ending Sundaes to fundraising students across Long Island who participated in the Jump Rope for Heart program. In addition J&B hosted a post-event dinner for students, principals, and other coordinators at their Top Flight Food Court at Nassau Community College.

-J&B gave a gift certificate for $2,000 worth of sports equipment to Sawmill Mandracchia Intermediate School in Commack for raising $24,000 for the American Heart Association Jump Rope For Heart program, the most money raised by any school here on Long Island. They also gave bicycles to the top four students from schools all over Long Island who raised the most money individually during the Jump Rope for Heart program.

-In June 2005, J&B was the exclusive sponsor of the Michael J. Tenaglia Miracle Miles program at Garden City that raised approximately $25,000. The Miracle Miles program which was coordinated by The Miracle Club at Garden City High School which consists of fundraising students who promote cancer awareness and community service among students and the community in which they live. The students devote their time and energy to volunteering, raising funds and participating in various school and community projects designed to make an impact for those who suffer from the effects of cancer.

-During the beginning of the year, J&B helped Easter Seals to raise over $100,000 for their program. The money is used here on Long Island to help individuals with disabilities.

-And currently, J&B is supporting Easter Seals’ First Long Island “Walk With Me” program that will take place in September at Jones Beach State Park. Thousands of walkers are expected to participate. The money raised will support children and adults with disabilities.

The year is only half through and the momentum is rising. J&B is already committed to supporting several nonprofits and their causes during the remainder of the year. “There is no better way for us as a company to thank the Long Island community than to help others” explains Joe Vitrano. “It is a wonderful feeling to know that we can make a difference.”

Contact: Alyssa Nightingale 631-367-8599.

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Pasadena Public Health Department Deploys Virtual Command Center for Sierra Madre and Southern California Wildfires

Pasadena Public Health Department Deploys Virtual Command Center for Sierra Madre and Southern California Wildfires

The Pasadena Public Health Department deployed the MissionMode virtual command center last week in response to the California wildfires. By using MissionMode, they were able to reduce their time to action, while increasing the effectiveness of their response for the community.

Winston Salem, NC (PRWEB) May 7, 2008

Winston-Salem, NC (PRWEB) May 7, 2008 - California is going through another onset of ravaging wildfires that put homes, business and lives in danger. The Pasadena Public Health Department has taken action to make sure that the community has the resources it needs in order to respond and recover from these devastating situations. With public safety and health at the forefront, the health department has chosen to use MissionMode, a leading provider of emergency notification (http://www. missionmode. com/products/emergency__notification/index. htm) and crisis management software, for emergency operations. Early last week, in the wake of the wildfires, Pasadena put MissionMode to the test, with outstanding results.

After making the decision to deploy the use of MissionMode early last Monday, the Pasadena Public Health Department was able to ensure that all key personnel were up to speed on all events surrounding the wildfire. By logging onto the MissionMode online Virtual Command Center (http://www. missionmode. com/products/incident__management__system/index. htm), officials were able to track events in response to the incident and update progress made on the incident action plan that was uploaded in to the command center. Press releases and other public notices were also posted into the command center so that calls from the press could be easily and directly answered by the public information officers, allowing more effective and clear communication to the public through the media.

The Pasadena Public Health Department used MissionMode to make sure that they had the proper personnel and information to ensure the public was safe. With different incident command functions logging in information to the command center, the health department was able to alert their critical staff and on-site nursing care to air quality and evacuation needs and procedures. With many of the evacuees worrying about the state of their homes and lives, the Pasadena Public Health Department was also able to send out mental health workers to the shelters to talk with people and address concerns, all of which was managed with MissionMode.

"Having the MissionMode system in place was a great benefit to our department as we were all able to quickly and efficiently keep all field, emergency operations center and department operation center staff in synch with each other," said Ed Anderson, Emergency Operations Unit Coordinator for the Pasadena Public Health Department. "Everyone could be virtually at the same place at the same time and have access to all the same information. We were able to streamline our meeting process by covering hot topic issues online and directing our staff to the discussion thread that covered their issue rather than taking precious department time. Redundancy was kept to a minimum. MissionMode was everything that we could have hoped it would be and it was easy to use. It definitely proved its worth."

About MissionMode:
MissionMode Solutions, Inc. is a technology services provider dedicated to streamlining crisis communications and facilitating team collaboration in a secure environment. MissionMode's unique combination of alert notification and online crisis management creates a virtual command center that helps private and public sector organizations reduce the time between knowing about a mission critical issue and doing something about it. MissionMode is a portfolio company of SilkRoad Equity LLC (www. silkroadequity. com), which specializes in public safety technologies amongst other high growth sectors. For more information, visit www. missionmode. com.

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Cancer Cured. The Next Generation in Healthcare

Cancer Cured. The Next Generation in Healthcare.

Healthcare and insurance in one. Exclusive members only! Each center is boldly decorated. Be greeted and treated more as a guest than as a patient.

(PRWEB) September 3, 2003

Exclusive members only! Each center is boldly decorated. More nightclub atmosphere than medical center. All of the sizzle and excitement of a fine casino. Be greeted and treated more as a guest than as a patient. All day "whole body" physicals are available.

Should a patient be required to stay overnight for observation, the family will be equiped with a pager and luxury accommoditions at a nearby hotel. The kind of treatment you would like and expect from a healthcare facility.

Healthcare and insurance in one! Standard medicine, holistic medcine, and insurance under one roof. Caregivers can provide you with insurance for holistic and alternative therapy. Family coverage for only $2 per day. Just $60 per month. Three programs to choose from allows the patient to control their medical coverage.

Now I know reading about cancer can be depressing and usually boring, unless you are the cancer patient. You say to yourself that you are too young or not nearly old enough to be concerned about cancer. That's something terminal for old people. I don't work in a coal mine or steel mill. I don't have anything to worry about. The truth is one of every two adults will be diagnosed with some form of cancer in their lifetime. More than 100,000 women each year are diagnosed with breast cancer. But, cancer is incurable and surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy is the only hope of saving the patient. WRONG!

A new method we use for cancer patients consists of just three main components. 1. A darkfield (electron) microscope capable of differentiating the cancer cells from the healthy cells. 2. Computer software to control the impulse charge of the cell "laser" gun. 3. A "laser" or wire rod the size of a syringe. The patient would have two holes in the skin basically the size of a hyperdermic needle. No major surgery, radiation or chemotherapy is needed. Major cancer disease can be reduced to the level of say an appendicitis attack or a bad case of pnuemonia. Downgraded from terminal to a guarded condition. With enough research breast cancer and skin cancer would be eliminated. Liver and lung cancer deaths would be slashed to a minimal number of patients each year. Colon and ovarian cancer would be reduced to an outpatient office visit. Treatment would be reduced to a five to seven day ordeal instead of weeks.

The procedure is called CCT, Cancer Cell Terminator. The discovery of National Healthcare Center, the culmination of two years of research for a single minded project, the termination of cancer. All cancer consists of mutated cells. These cells can be killed with 107 degrees farrenheit. Cellular modification, termination, and elimination occurs within the isolated area of the patient's tumor. The tumor is literally destroyed one cancer cell at a time. Of course the procedure is to kill the cells literally at the speed of light. The dead cells are then filtered out of the body through the liver and kidneys. The immune system (white blood cells) is strenghtened and recovery is faster. The success rate would be between 90 to 95% on average for cancer patients. late stage patients would require the longest treatment, up to 30 days. And brain tumors are the most difficult cases to handle due to the delicate location of the tumor. When the cancer cells are removed the organ and tissue return to normal. Treatment at the cellular level means that the mutation has to start at the beginning stage again. It would take years for the cells to grow into a life threatening tumor again. With appropriate guidance and a periodical check up the cancer would never return. The patient would virtually be terated one time and live the rest of their life cancer free.

"I claim to reach out and take you by the hand. To lead you back to a healthier life." (National Healthcare Center)

Max Muscle Sports Nutrition Offers $25,000 Reward For Your New Years Resolution

Max Muscle Sports Nutrition Offers $25,000 Reward For Your New Years Resolution

Losing Weight, America's Most Popular New Year's Resolution, Now Worth Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars at www. MaxMuscle. com/max-formation/

Anaheim, CA (PRWEB) December 29, 2008

Max Muscle Sports Nutrition is rewarding $25,000 cash to the individual who can best attain their New Year's Resolution of losing weight and gaining lean muscle and fitness in 2009.

'Bring Yourself To Life' is the call to action in Max Muscle's "MaxFormation Life Challenge", an online interactive community of people from across the United States who, like more than 60% of our population, desire to lose fat, get fit, gain muscle and live better active and healthy lifestyles.

"The $25,000 Reward is just that, a Reward." said Max Muscle President and co-founder Sean Greene from the company's Anaheim, California headquarters. "Almost everybody has the desire to be in better shape. So we're taking the most popular time of the year when people are setting their personal fitness goals to introduce them to our MaxFormation Life Challenge. This national contest articulates the experience of walking into any of our 160 stores across the country. You're greeted by a Certified Fitness Nutrition Coach™ who can design a customized nutrition plan specifically for you while supporting that plan with the most scientifically advanced nutritional and supplemental products available anywhere."

The online MaxFormation Life Challenge contest delivers each contestant their own personal website, free of charge, where they enter their goals, post 'before' photographs of themselves, set personal goals, record milestones, and keep an online and public journal of their fitness journey. Contestants can interact with each other online, providing motivation, accountability and support while striving to meet their goals, add friends to their profile, and ask questions to each other and Max Muscle Certified Fitness Nutrition Coaches™ via email and personal messages directly from the online community. The top contestants will be chosen via online voting by the contestants themselves and the hundreds of thousands of visitors www. MaxMuscle. com already achieves online by being the leader in sports nutrition.

"When we conceived Max Muscle Sports Nutrition in 1991, we imagined a place where you could walk in off the street, be greeted by an expert who could guide you to your goals, not just sell you product." said former NFL Player and co-Founder Joe Wells. "Our stores are managed by Certified Fitness Nutrition Coaches™ who back your personalized goals and plan with our scientifically developed and extensively tested proteins, diet and weight loss support, total body supplementation and nutrition. When you walk into a Max Muscle store, the experience is catered to your needs specifically. That's why we succeed as a business and as a person's nutritional partner."

Max Muscle Sports Nutrition has risen to its current heights of more than 160 stores nationwide and was featured for the second year in a row in the Fortune 500 "Best Businesses for 2009" by leading the industry in nutritional and supplemental advancement in fitness and weight loss education, innovation, product support, and consumer appreciation. A record of more than forty-six consecutive months of same store sales growth has fueled the growth of new Max Muscle Sports Nutrition locations around the country as fit professionals opt out of stocks and real estate and opt into a Max Muscle Sports Nutrition store of their own since forecasts for the fitness and weight loss industries continue to climb.

"We're the 'Eat Right' in 'Eat Right and Exercise'." said Greene. "You truly are what you eat, and since we're all unique people with specific needs, you need a place where you can go where the people know you, your goals, and can support those goals with professional advice, supplements and nutritional products that assure your body is being fed precisely what it needs to get to where you want to go."

"That's why we're rewarding the best body transformation $25,000 this year." said Wells. "We've helped thousands of customers achieve their fitness and weight loss goals. The MaxFormation Life Challenge online gives even more people the opportunity to achieve goals they never thought possible, do it with the support other people going through the same process, constant motivation, accountability and education available 24/7, and now an additional incentive of $25,000 to help you keep your eye on success. "

Both Wells and Greene routinely log onto MaxFormation themselves at www. MaxMuscle. com and welcome new MaxFormation contestants to the online community offering support and encouragement via Comments on their personal pages.

"We know that if you're educated, one on one, by a Certified Fitness Nutrition Coach™ whose focus is only on your needs and desires, and at the same time are supported by a vast knowledge base of articles, recipes, workout plans, and a community of individuals that are all working on their similar yet personal goals, you'll succeed." said Greene. "Over the years, the thousands of testimonials from people that have not just lost weight, but achieved true life happiness by enjoying their new active and healthy lifestyles is our success. We intend to bring more people to this level of enjoyment through the MaxFormation Life Challenge and its record $25,000 Grand Prize this year."

For more information about Max Muscle Sports Nutrition's MaxFormation "Bring Yourself To Life" $25,000 Reward, visit: www. MaxMuscle. com

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WAKE UP RUNNING shows how to get off the couch and into fitness

WAKE UP RUNNING shows how to get off the couch and into fitness

Wake Up Running! How I got off the couch and out the door by Rachel J. Johnson was just released by Publish America. This woman's journey of discovery and acceptance speaks to women all over the world.

(PRWEB) January 29, 2004

In Wake Up Running, Johnson delivers a first hand account of training for a marathon while attempting to lose weight. She affords the reader an opportunity to journey with her, to see how she achieves improvements toward her goals and in the end, inspires readers to “get off the couch and out the door.” Her book offers hope to the hopeless, inspiration to the uninspired and more, it shows them that they are not alone in their quest for a healthier body and life.

Johnson writes poetry, children's stories and narratives. She also teaches English as a second language, tutors online and homeschools her two daughters. She loves to read, explore nature and train for marathons. Rachel lives with her husband and children in Kansas City, Missouri. Visit her at http://www. wakeuprunning. com (http://www. wakeuprunning. com)

The book is available online at barnesandnoble. com, borders. com, amazon. com and publishamerica. com

For more information, contact Rachel Johnson at johnsonrj@missouri. edu

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Indiana Minority Health Coalition Seeks to Raise Awareness About HIV/AIDS

Indiana Minority Health Coalition Seeks to Raise Awareness About HIV/AIDS

April is the national designated month for Minority Health. In recognition of this month, the Indiana Minority Health Coalition (IMHC)— state’s leading minority health research and community care agency—will offer several educational and advocacy activities under this year's health initiative focus of HIV/AIDS.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN (PRWEB) April 1, 2006

April is the national designated month for Minority Health. In recognition of this month, the Indiana Minority Health Coalition (IMHC)— state’s leading minority health research and community care agency—will offer several educational and advocacy activities under this year's health initiative focus of HIV/AIDS.

The agency is seeking participation from communities across the state to increase awareness about HIV/AIDS and its impact on Indiana residents.

The agency is requesting interested individuals and groups to engage in advocacy and action days around the state to support the creation of “The HIV Gap Fund.” The HIV Gap Fund will provide individuals with resource to help obtain their medication if they are faced with shortfalls in insurance, co-pays, spend downs or lack of social services.

The activities, including town hall meetings and special outreach programs, will culminate with a rally and march from Monument Circle in Indianapolis to the Indiana State House, at 1 p. m. on April 19.

Then on April 20, IMHC will present its 12th annual initiative luncheon, "Think Global Act Local: a focus on HIV/AIDS,” on April 20 at The Westin Hotel, in downtown Indianapolis, from 11 am – 2 pm. The luncheon will feature keynote speaker David R. Williams.

Williams is Harold W. Cruse Collegiate Professor of Sociology, Senior Research Scientist at the Institute for Social Research, and Faculty Associate in the Center of Afro-American and African Studies at the University of Michigan. His research has focused on social influences on health and he is centrally interested in the trends and determinants of socioeconomic and racial differences in mental and physical health.

Additionally, LaToya Rogers, a Gary teen, will share her experiences living with HIV since birth.

"IMHC is dedicated to closing the gap in health care in our communities. We are rallying to save the lives of our loved ones, neighbors and co-workers. The HIV/AIDS education and advocacy activities from now through April are just our way of bringing awareness about this health epidemic and the action needed to prolong life right here in Indiana,” said IMHC CEO and President Nancy Jewell.

For more information on how to participate in IMHC’s Call to Action: HIV/AIDS Awareness Days, call 1-877-367-4642.

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National Ski Areas Association Names Mountain High Best In Class

National Ski Areas Association Names Mountain High Best In Class

Mountain High was awarded Best In Class for its Community Outreach Program in the 2005 Heads Up initiative.

Wrightwood, CA (PRWEB) October 20, 2005

Mountain High was awarded Best In Class for its Community Outreach Program in the 2005 Heads Up initiative. This program, produced by the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA), promotes safety and etiquette at resorts throughout the country. Out of more than 200 areas, Mountain High was recognized as the best for its safety efforts both on and off the hill. Starting early, Mountain High offers many after school ski/snowboard programs that teach kids the proper ways to enjoy winter sports. And, it does it in an entertaining way that creates ownership and loyalty. Resort employees also lead by example with helmets and other protective gear. And Mountain High’s managers cater to the bilingual market by offering safety signage that uses easy-to-recognize symbols instead of words.

Says Rose Reinhardt, Risk Manager, “It’s important to us that all guests have a safe experience, and the best way to do that is by making sure they know how the rules of the mountain.”

Mountain High has one of the most ethnically diverse clienteles in the nation, and getting various groups to understand on-hill safety messages has been a challenge. Last season the area erected huge signs at the base of each resort with Smart Style language and symbols. The visual effect of these 128 square foot billboards was amazing, and the message was clear to both English-speaking patrons and non. Using a combination of language and symbols helped those who can’t, or flatly refuse to, read get at least a hint of safety information. The resort as a whole has seen a reduction in collisions and a more understanding group of riders.

Mountain High’s After School Ski/Snowboard Adventure attracts some 75 schools from throughout Southern California. Rick Strasser, an active firefighter with over 20 years of patrolling experience, and his trusty search dogs, Shasta & Sequoia, travel to each participating school prior to their visit to teach the Heads Up Program, the Responsibility Code, and the Smart Style slogans. On the bus, children participate in Guess the Code & Name a Safety Slogan games, and, when they arrive at the mountain, are greeted by members of Mountain High’s Patrol Staff.

Employees play a key role in supporting Mountain High’s safety campaign. Currently all 210 Instructors, 62 Patrollers, and 28 Terrain Park staff wear helmets. Coincidentally retail sales of helmets jumped 50% last season as more and more guests began to wear them. The resort also places Responsibility Code and Smart Style information on the back of all employee identifications as well as napkins, coffee cups, and bathroom doors. Rose Reinhardt, Mountain High’s Risk Manager, even attends off-hill safety fairs where she speaks with participants about the Heads Up program, Smart Style, and Kids With Lids.

Mountain High is proud of its accomplishments and the friendly environment it has created. Generating life-long participants is not something that is done overnight, but with campaigns that mirror both fun and safety, resorts can increase their chances of guests returning healthy and happy.

For more information or to schedule an interview, please feel free to contact Karl Kapuscinski, President and CEO, at (760) 316-7800 or John McColly, Director of Marketing, at (760) 316-7830.

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