Community Season Announces Nonprofit Study with Graduate Researcher

Community Season Announces Nonprofit Study with Graduate Researcher

Researcher will help Facilitate Six-Month Study

St. Paul, MN (PRWEB) April 13, 2006

Community Season, a leader in Web-based management solutions for community-based organizations, announced today that it will conduct a research study of its services for nonprofit organizations with the help of Delia Kuczmarski, a graduate student in the arts administration program at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. Delia will act as the researcher and will help facilitate recruitment, execution and evaluation processes for Community Season and its nonprofit study participants.

The nonprofit research study is set to begin on May 1, 2006, with 48 nonprofit organizations representing a diverse array of areas, including health care, advocacy, education, social services and the arts.

Community Season plans to use the study to obtain case studies and customer testimonials, conduct focus groups and determine the solution’s overall usability. The products of the study will help determine the effectiveness of Community Season’s Web-based tools for online registration; payment processing; centralized database maintenance; and resource, donation and membership management for nonprofit organizations.

“We are looking forward to working with Delia to determine the effectiveness of our service, and to identify how to better engage nonprofit organizations in doing what they do best – serving their constituents,” said Phil Sykes, president of Community Season. “We hope to gain some meaningful feedback that we will be able to use to improve our tools to help nonprofits better do their jobs.”

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, Minneapolis campus is a U. S. News and World Report "top-tier" university, dedicated to advancing the educational and career goals of today’s students. Its mission is to "awaken, nurture and empower learners to ethical lives of service and leadership.”

Community Season is a leader in building reliable Web-based solutions to help community-based groups inform, connect and serve their constituents through online registration, donation and membership management. Headquartered in St. Paul, Minn., Community Season helps organizations capture the convenience of the Web for park and recreation departments; community education; camps; sports; community and corporate events; nonprofits; special events; and faith-based and other community-serving organizations. For more information, visit www. communityseason. com or call a representative at 866-444-4278.

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HCG Diet Direct - 72.7% of Americans are Overweight or Obese

HCG Diet Direct - 72.7% of Americans are Overweight or Obese

HCG Diet Direct assists Americans in lowering their weight. As a whole, Americans have a weight problem. 67% of non-institutionalized Americans are either overweight or obese (Health, United States, 2008, table 70).

Phoenix, AZ (Vocus) November 1, 2009

HCG Diet Direct sees numbers regarding the literal weight of Americans alarming. NCHS (National Center for Health Statistics) reported that 34% of Americans are obese, 32.7% are overweight, and 6% are “extremely” obese. The CDC (Center for Disease Control) projects that if the next 40 years continue the trend of the last 40 years, “by 2048 all Americans could be somewhat overweight”.

“These numbers should be an eye opener. What does this say about our habits as Americans? Lack of attention to well being is going to cost us all more than we realize. Healthcare costs will increase right along with the obesity rate in the next 40 years. Individuals with weight problems have an increased risk for many illnesses and diseases that require healthcare for majority of that individuals’ life,” says Jenny Boynton of HCG Diet Direct (http://www. hcgdietdirect. com). “What our diet is intended to do is give you a jumpstart to a new, healthy lifestyle.”

HCG Diet Direct focuses on homeopathic hcg (https://www. hcgdietdirect. com/secured/) liquid drops taken a few times per day along with a very low calorie diet over a period of, on average, 26 – 30 days. “On the HCG Diet Direct diet, you take it easy for the duration of the diet, only extremely low impact exercise if any at all. You learn to cook easy and eat healthy meals. And once you have completed the diet a leaner, lighter you, it may be the jumpstart you needed to begin a new, healthier lifestyle,” says Boynton.

To get further information on HCG Diet Direct or the HCG Diet get in touch with Jenny Boynton at info(at)HcgDietDirect(dot)com or by phone at: 1-602-330-7655. Or you can visit HCG Diet Direct at their website at www. hcgdietdirect. com.

Contact: Jenny Boynton
Company: HCG Diet Direct
Www. hcgdietdirect. com
Phone 1-602-330-7655
Email: info(at)HcgDietDirect(dot)com

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GlucoDYNAMIX™ Diabetes Interventions; Over 125,000 Served

GlucoDYNAMIX™ Diabetes Interventions; Over 125,000 Served

Automated Diabetes Technology Delivers Over 125,000 Interventions With Demonstrated Improvements in Clinical Outcomes & Cost Savings

Dallas, TX (PRWEB) November 29, 2006

Diabetech®'s GlucoDYNAMIX diabetes intervention system raises the bar for interventional healthcare. GlucoDYNAMIX intelligent interventions have evolved over the past 5 years based on experience from over a dozen clinical trials with input from leading physicians, endocrinologists, behavioral psychologists, medical informatics researchers, people with diabetes and their extended care teams.

"GlucoDYNAMIX represents an entirely new category of healthcare information technology," says Kevin McMahon, President & CEO of Diabetech. "Looking across the board at pharma trials, clinical management and patient self-management, virtually everything out there is just now talking about moving to web-based data distribution versus the cumbersome cabled PC application. The key to enabling desperately needed improved outcomes isn't merely changing the location of stored patient data from the medical device to the PC or on the Web. Rather, it's about empowering patients, their social networks and simultaneously increasing the caring capacity and effectiveness of an overworked and inefficient healthcare system.

Interventions are delivered using any number of software interfaces including web, email, imaging, text messaging, ambient displays, telephone and more. More importantly, only Diabetech has the clinical trials experience across all different types of patients to understand not only when and how but also when not to intervene. The result is a 98% satisfaction rating from our trial participants including patients, caregivers and members of the medical team.

The platform is based on a sophisticated real-time wireline & wireless gateway. In this way, data from multiple medical devices is collected on the fly, as the data is created. In turn, the remote system analyzes each data point as well as trends in the patient record and determines the best time to intervene.

Diabetech is presently developing its 510(k) application for the GlucoDYNAMIX software system and plans to submit to the FDA in Q1 2007. We anticipate receiving marketing clearance around the middle of next year opening the doors to large-scale commercial expansion of several recent clinical trials. Based on the data collected so far, we plan to seek indications that correlate to the significant drops witnessed in trial participant's average blood glucose levels (as measured by the A1c test), decreased frequency of severe hypoglycemia and minimized extended excursions of hyperglycemia.

This service offering is compliant with applicable federal and state regulations including HIPAA, which govern the privacy and security of human subjects research. For more information please call 877.My. Gluco or send email to info @ diabetech. net.

About Diabetech

Diabetech, with its healthcordia™ and diabetes house call™ programs, leads the world with more interventions served than any other diabetes program provider. A Dallas, Texas based manufacturer of wireless medical devices, diabetes supplies and service provider infrastructure, we push the limits of clinical informatics in the delivery of real-world diabetes care. For more information on the company and to participate in our version of proactive care, please visit www. diabetech. net

Diabetech and GlucoMON are registered trademarks of Diabetech, LP. Healthcordia, Diabetes House Call and GlucoDYNAMIX are trademarks of Diabetech, LP. All other trademarks are the property of their registered owners.

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Today's Steroid Abuse Epidemic: Turning the Tide

Today's Steroid Abuse Epidemic: Turning the Tide

Even though your child might not be using steroids, parents should be concerned about the factors that cause steroid abuse, such as glorification of unnaturally muscular bodies; teenagers’ feeling of immunity to bodily damage and death; and the easy availability of steroids, along with other illegal substances. There are things that parents can do to help solve this growing problem in their community.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) February 18, 2006

Some body image issues, such as anorexia, or self-starving, receive extensive press.

Far less attention, however, is given to the highly dangerous use of steroids -- a habit which often begins in the pursuit of a muscled “bulked up” body.

The images of buff athletes can have an impact that may encourage your child to eventually turn to steroids, if not right now. A similar impact has been seen among girls who later adopt the image of extremely thin models and actresses as their role model.

All parents, therefore, should be aware of factors that cause steroid abuse, such as glorification of unnaturally muscular bodies, the belief by teens that they are immune to illness, injury and death, and the easy availability of steroids.

This is not just a family issue, it is a community-wide concern.

 Parents can get the word out:

 Approach coaches and school health nurses to ask for their cooperation in informing young people of steroid dangers;  Organize school discussions with speakers who are experts on the subject and can relate to young people;  Request schools to provide links from official school Web sites to experts in the field of steroid abuse, and information on its dangers and warning signs;  Ask local sports writers and talk show hosts to address the issue;  Lobby local, state and national lawmakers to make steroid abuse awareness a priority;  Develop table-top displays of pamphlets and books on steroid abuse to display in cafeterias or at special events.

Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows steroid use among male high school students rose 65 percent from 3.7 to 6.1 percent between 1999 and 2003; among female students it jumped from 2.2 to 5.3 percent, or a whopping 140 percent. Many of these young people have as their unfortunate role models certain high-profile athletes who have been implicated in steroid use.

Awareness is beginning to be transformed into action. This year, New Jersey becomes the first state to begin random steroid testing for high school athletes, at the executive order of Governor Richard Codey. This mandate, with penalties including suspension from team sports, will bring limited attention to steroid use, but it is simply an adjunct to what is most critical -- the nationwide mobilization of parents.

The burden for this scrutiny has to fall on parents and other loved ones because society has not raised enough red flags. Siblings and friends may be the first to notice danger signs among abusers, such as increased musculature or an unusual outbreak of acne, predominately on chest and back.

As a former steroid abuser I know the dangers all too well. At the time I abused steroids they were an “under the radar” drug; my parents didn’t even know what they were. Public awareness has grown, but judging from continued popularity of steroids, young people still refuse to admit they are playing roulette with their health. In addition, residents of communities with popular school and/or successful sports programs may be afraid to speak up even if they suspect there is steroid use.

They need to. Their action may save lives.

Potential hazards of steroid abuse include heart disease, liver disease including cancerous tumors, aggressive behavior, depression, infertility, hair loss, changes in genitals, high blood pressure, permanent stunting of growth, wear and tear on tendons and ligaments -- and use of other illegal drugs.

Steroids can kill.

NOTE: Rutstein available for interviews. Review copies and head shot available.

CONTACT: Jeff Rutstein, 800-374-9959.

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Sri Maharishi Somanatha(from India, with divine healing powers)to teach people how to heal themselves and others in Dallas on June 9, 2001

Sri Maharishi Somanatha(from India, with divine healing powers)to teach people how to heal themselves and others in Dallas on June 9, 2001

Sri Maharishi Somanatha's intense meditation in seclusion for over 30 years has taken him beyond the superconscious level. He has attained divine powers that allow him to heal people, and communicate subconsciously. Sri Maharishi will be having public programs on June 6,7,8 and a full day healing workshop on June 9 in Dallas, to teach his unique technique to all interested in healing themselves and others. The public lectures are free and open to all. Details on his Dallas program and USA tour are available at the website: www. manoyoga. org

(PRWEB) June 5, 2001

Sri Maha Rishi Somanatha is an advanced self realized master Yogi from India. He has been meditating in seclusion for over 30 years. His intense meditation has taken him beyond the Turiya State (superconscious state), giving him divine powers to heal, subconsciously communicate, read individuals thoughts and look into individuals karmic causes for their problems.

Sri Maha Rishi has recultivated this unique meditation technique known as ManoYoga Meditation, to provide similar results for seekers in todayÂ’s working world and non-aesthetic lifestyle. He has made his lifeÂ’s mission to teach this unique direct approach technique to all serious seekers wanting to attain the benefits of healing themselves, others and reaching levels beyond the superconscious.

Spiritual aspirants, Reiki practitioners, meditators, and natural healers are able to learn how to open their internal channels to fully access and connect with abundant universal and divine energy. "Most natural healers and Reiki practitioners are only experiencing "sparks" of the universal divine energy", says Sri Maha Rishi.

Mano Yoga meditation combines the techniques of breathing exercises and meditation. It can help every individual to obtain good health, constant happiness, longevity and peace of mind. Sri Maha Rishi provides a scientific explanation of how this technique works to heal the body and cure various chronic diseases. Thousands of people all over the world are already reaping the benefits of this technique.

Persistent practice of this technique speeds up the spiritual progress and makes the aspirant attain the higher levels being sought to uplift their soul.

Details of Sri Maha Rishi's USA tour, the Dallas Texas public talks (June 6,7,8) and the one day healing meditation workshop program(June 9)can be viewed at the website(www. manoyoga. org).

Is Your Face a Couch Potato?

Is Your Face a Couch Potato?

The latest workout craze is Facial Fitness. Your butt, it turns out, doesn’t have the only cheeks that exercise. Watch out, plastic surgeons! Cynthia Rowland is on a mission to make certain every man and woman over the age of 25 knows their face can be saved with resistance exercises that will lift, tone and tighten every area of the face.

Long Beach, CA (PRWEB) September 5, 2006

The latest workout craze is Facial Fitness, according to Beth Teitell, Boston Herald newspaper writer and NPR commentator. “Your butt, it turns out, doesn’t have the only cheeks that exercise”, she writes when interviewing Cynthia Rowland, facial fitness coach to the stars. Cynthia explains, “There are 55 muscles in your face and neck and they atrophy from disuse. If they don’t get exercise, you are going to resemble your great-aunt Hilda.”

As we witnessed in Sunday’s Emmy Awards Ceremony, there were many examples of celebrities who have not been practicing facial fitness; rather, some of the stars, no longer resemble themselves. “That’s the challenge with surgical procedures, the results can be disappointing and startling,” says Rowland.

Watch out, plastic surgeons! Cynthia Rowland is on a mission to make certain every man and woman over the age of 25 knows their face can be saved with resistance exercises that will lift, tone and tighten every area of the face.

Nasal labial folds (the lines that develop from the nose to mouth), chin wattles, jowls, droopy eye lids and more can be corrected just by using the special techniques that Ms. Rowland teaches. “The process is quite simple”, Rowland discloses, “Just as exercise works for the body and torso, Facial Magic will allow the user to stop the march of Mother Nature across the face.”

Those soft, flabby facial muscles can become strong again as pouches, forehead lines and double chins are targeted and strengthened. By firming and toning the facial muscles, the youthful contours of your face returns and the user looks younger, healthier and fresher. Brentwood Dermatologist Margaret Olsen, MD, who sees a lot of celebrity patients says, “Many people want to improve their appearance but do not want to have to go through surgery. We are finding that facial exercises can really make a difference in toning muscles and making them stronger.”

“A Facial Magic face looks sensational – it’s young, fresh with no distortions. As far as I can tell, there are three choices when you see aging in your face,” concludes Ms. Rowland.

1. Do nothing and let the forces of nature continue unabated.

2. Spend your children's inheritance on costly, painful and risky surgical procedures every few years that may or may not produce the desired effect.

3. Reclaim your natural youthful beauty with Facial Magic!

If you answered yes to the question, “Is Your Face a Couch Potato” the solution is at your fingertips! Using just your thumbs, fingers and your white exercise gloves, your face will look like it did 10-15 years ago.

Cynthia Rowland is widely recognized as an expert in all natural facial fitness with over thirty years experience in health & beauty related fields. She has appeared on The View, Fit TV, HGTV and other popular shows. This author, speaker and television personality is leading the crusade to keep men and women looking vibrantly younger through natural techniques without spending their children’s inheritance.

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1,000 Healthcare Providers Sign Up for EHR and Meaningful Use Support from WIREC

1,000 Healthcare Providers Sign Up for EHR and Meaningful Use Support from WIREC

The Washington & Idaho Regional Extension Center for Health Information Technology (WIREC) Enrolls Primary Care Providers, Helping to Ensure Improved Patient Care and Bringing Federal Stimulus Incentives to the Region

Seattle, WA (Vocus) December 9, 2010

The Washington & Idaho Regional Extension Center (WIREC) announced today that 1,000 primary care providers in the region have signed up to use its services to help adopt and use electronic health records (EHRs). Meaningful use of EHRs will improve patient care and also help providers qualify for federal stimulus incentive payments.

“While the use of electronic medical records in the United States has lagged behind that in other countries, our experience with WIREC suggests that we may be at a tipping point given the enthusiastic response of physicians to this program. It is apparent that primary care providers in Washington and Idaho are eagerly engaged in efforts to achieve meaningful use of health information technology, and ultimately to improve the quality of patient care,” says Jonathan Sugarman, MD, MPH, President and CEO of Qualis Health.

WIREC is led by Qualis Health and is among the first of the 62 Regional Extension Centers nationwide to reach the milestone of 1,000 enrolled providers. Across the U. S., the centers offer healthcare providers technical assistance, guidance, and information on best practices to support and accelerate efforts to become meaningful users of EHRs. Leaders from each of the centers will meet December 14-15, 2010 in Washington, DC for a national conference of grantees from the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology.

“It’s great to know healthcare providers are taking advantage of the WIREC resources,” said Richard Onizuka, PhD, Washington State Health Care Authority Health Policy Director and State Government HIT Coordinator. “This much needed technical assistance helps accelerate the adoption and meaningful use of health information technology to improve healthcare outcomes for Washingtonians,” said Onizuka.

WIREC’s assistance goes beyond helping primary care providers select and implement EHRs. The underlying goal of the program is ultimately to transform healthcare and improve the quality of patient care. WIREC also provides valuable guidance to maximize workflow processes and increase efficiency of a paperless practice. WIREC services help eligible providers reach “meaningful use” as defined by the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and qualify for incentive payments of up to $63,750 each.

Enrollment is still open for eligible Washington and Idaho providers can. For more information, see http://www. wirecQH. org.

About WIREC
Led by Qualis Health, WIREC provides technical assistance, guidance, vendor-neutral EHR adoption services, and information to eligible healthcare professionals to help them achieve meaningful use of EHRs and qualify for CMS incentive payments. WIREC was selected and awarded through an objective review process by the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT (ONC). WIREC serves as a direct pipeline to the national Regional Extension Center program, leveraging our connection to a national collaborative of RECs while bringing local expertise to support providers across the region with technical assistance for successful EHR adoption.

WIREC’s provider technical assistance is carried out by a consortium of the region’s premier health IT adoption organizations, including Community Choice, Idaho Health Data Exchange, Inland Northwest Health Services, North Idaho Health Network, PTSO of Washington, and Qualis Health.

About Qualis Health
Qualis Health is dedicated to improving the quality of healthcare delivery and health outcomes for individuals and populations across the nation. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the nonprofit healthcare quality improvement and consulting organization strives to achieve performance excellence for our clients by focusing on best practices and providing a range of services that lead to better quality care, higher patient and provider satisfaction, and greater efficiency. Qualis Health serves as the CMS-designated Quality Improvement Organization (QIO) for Washington and Idaho and also provides care management, quality assessment and improvement services, and health information technology consulting services across the country.

This material was prepared by Qualis Health as part of our work as the Washington & Idaho Regional Extension Center, under grant #90RC0033/01 from the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, Department of Health and Human Services.

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