Medical Claims Processing at Health Plans, Payers & TPAs Becomes Easy with Automation to EDI from MedValue

Medical Claims Processing at Health Plans, Payers & TPAs Becomes Easy with Automation to EDI from MedValue

MedValue, the leading provider of Claims Processing solutions to America’s Insurance Payors, at its recent Customer Conference highlighted the benefits of its groundbreaking Paper Claims to EDI Conversion Utility.

(PRWEB) February 13, 2006

MedValue, the leading provider of Claims Processing solutions to America’s Insurance Payers, at its recent Customer Conference highlighted the benefits of its groundbreaking Paper Claims to EDI Conversion Utility Service; a service that eliminates the handling of Paper Claims inside of Americas Insurance companies, Health Plans, Physician and Hospital Management Services Organizations (MSOs), HMOs, PPOs, and Third Party Administrators.

“Insurance payers and MSOs alike have been buried by mountains of paper forever”, said President & CEO Raj Vaswani from MedValue’s Chicago headquarters. “We have developed an innovative, elegant, low cost solution for those Insurance Payers who are unable to cost-effectively process paper claims.”

The MedValue Paper Claims to EDI Conversion Service is a turn-key solution that allows Claims Processing organizations to cut claims processing costs, improve accuracy of paper claims adjudication, increase auto-adjudication rates, enhance productivity of claims examiners and archive paper claims for easy and convenient search, retrieval, and access anytime from MedValue’s Document Management System through an intuitive and secure web interface.

“Our utility service provides two key capabilities”, said Vaswani, “On the one hand it converts paper HCFA-1500 and UB-92 claims and stores them electronically in our web-based Document Management System (DMS) for easy retrieval at any time from any PC connected to the Internet. And on the other hand it converts the paper claim into a standard EDI stream (NSF 2.0 or ANSI 837-4010 format), similar to that which claims departments receive for electronic claims from Providers through their clearinghouse.”

“No more handling of paper” said Vaswani. “Our solution is fast and easy to use. And it is fully CMS and HIPPA compliant. With overnight delivery of Claims data and secure, instant access to Paper Claim images from any PC 24*7, our clients gain improved productivity from their claims examiners, who no longer have to enter data manually.”

And the best part is it’s very affordable. No upfront investment is required in additional hardware or software to work with MedValue. MedValue’s Global Delivery Model combines offshore resources from its centers in India with state of the art systems in its United States headquartered to deliver a high quality service at low cost to its customers in the Healthcare industry.

Mr. Vaswani figures that clients are saving between 40%-60% of the fully loaded paper claims processing cost by using MedValue’s Paper Claims Conversion Utility Service. Health Plans, who had 32 claims examiners to process 32,000 claims per week, with MedValue’s back-office assistance require only 12 claims representatives to adjudicate paper claims because they no longer are required to perform manual data entry of paper claims before starting the adjudication process.

For a free consultation to learn how MedValue services can benefit your company and to get a no cost, no obligation demonstration of our Paper Claims to EDI Conversion Utility, contact: Raj Vaswani at raj@medvaluebpo. com or toll-free at 877-528-1863 x621.

About MedValue

MedValue Offshore Solutions Inc. provides low cost, high quality data processing and support services to Medical Groups, Hospitals, third party administrators, service bureaus, Insurance Companies, Third Party Administrators, HMOs, PPOs, Health Plans, and Physician and Hospital MSOs and ASOs. Our mission is to enhance our clients’ growth and profitability through creative use of technology and high quality, affordable offshore talent from our center in India. MedValue is headquartered in the Chicago area and is a U. S. corporation with offices in Chicago, New Jersey, and Southern California and state of the art Operations Centers in India. MedValue Offshore Solutions Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries are collectively referenced as MedValue.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Raj Vaswani, President & CEO

MedValue Offshore Solutions Inc.

Tel: 877-528-1863 x621

Http://www. MedValueBPO. com (http://www. MedValueBPO. com)

About Us: MedValue is a Leading Provider of Low Risk Outsourcing Solutions to the U. S. Healthcare Industry. MedValue offers low cost yet reliable and high quality data processing services to both Payers and Providers in areas of Revenue Cycle Management and Claims Adjudication as well as Document Management & Imaging.

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Food Additives Market to Reach US$38 Billion by 2010, According to New Report

Food Additives Market to Reach US$38 Billion by 2010, According to New Report

Global Food Additives industry is poised for healthy growth, and is expected to reach US$38 billion by the year 2010. In a world where globalization is the buzzword, movement of people across borders is resulting in a confluence of wide range of tastes at a common place. Catering to these varied kinds of people and their tastes has become an increasing market for food manufacturers, and food processors, leading to an increase in the demand for food additives.

San Jose, CA (PRWEB) June 29, 2007

Food additives market (http://www. strategyr. com/MCP-2070.asp) cater to the requirements of the food industry as well as health conscious consumers. Additives are added to foods to enhance the taste or flavor, to process food, to preserve food, and to add nutrient value, among others. Flavors/Enhancers market (http://www. strategyr. com/MCP-2070.asp) accounts for the largest share of food additives, followed by Calorie/Fat Reducers market (http://www. strategyr. com/MCP-2070.asp). Colorants/Adjuvants market (http://www. strategyr. com/MCP-2070.asp) is projected to offer the highest growth opportunity. Demand for Premium food additive products is expected to increase significantly, owing to the increasing demand for premium additives. Europe continues to be the largest market for food additives with sales estimated in excess of US $9.6 billion in 2007, followed closely by the United States. Collectively the two markets account for more than 60 percent of the global food additives market. The United States however remains the single largest market for food additives. Asia-Pacific and Latin American, which have sales in excess of US $4.2 billion, are also the fastest growing markets for food additives with CAGR of over 5 percent.

"Food Additives: A Global Strategic Business Report" provides a review of the changing tastes in various parts around the world, and the evolution of food additives market to cater to these tastes. The study provides a comprehensive review of market trends, drivers, challenges, product overviews, players and competition. Emphasis is placed on demographic trends, movement of people around the world and the accompanying migration of ethnic tastes, and health consciousness of consumers, among others. The report also offers detailed company profiles and enumerates recent developments, mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for established/emerging geographic markets such as the United States, Japan, France, Germany, U. K., Italy, Spain, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America.

Higher incidence of away-from-home activities has resulted in a drastic reduction in the amount of time spent in the kitchen. Use of food additives and the advent of advanced preservative technologies, has rendered large-scale preparation of wholesome food highly cost effective. However, the industry faces challenges such as competitive pressures, reduced margins and competition from offshore and emerging markets. Food and beverages industry, a significant consumer of food additives has increased its purchasing power resulting in reduced margins. Further, food industry is witnessing increased preference for specialty additive products made for specific applications. Another aspect causing concern to additives industry is the severe competition from low-cost products made in China. These developments have forced the additive industry to invest heavily for developing innovative products and penetrate into the Asian market through acquisitions and joint ventures.

Key industry participants reported include Ajinomoto Group, Aqualon, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Associated British Foods Plc., AVEBE, BASF, Cargill Inc., Chr. Hansen Holding, Corn Products International Inc., CP Kelco, Danisco A/S, DSM NV, Edlong Flavors, Firmenich, FMC Biopolymer, GELITA Group, Givaudan SA, Griffith Laboratories, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., Jungbunzlaue, Kalsec, Inc., Kraft Food Ingredients Corporation, Land O' Lakes Dairy Proteins, McCormick & Company, Inc., Novozymes A/S, NutraSweet, Nutrinova, Orafti Group, Purac America Inc., Quest International, Red Arrow Products Company LLC, Rudolf Wild GmbH & CO. KG, Sensient Technologies Corporation, Sethness Products Co., Sobel N. V., Symrise GmbH & Co. KG, Takasago, Tate & Lyle, TIC Gums Inc., and other regional players.

For more details about this research program, please visit www. strategyr. com/MCP-2070.asp (http://www. strategyr. com/MCP-2070.asp)

About Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
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Childcare: Parents Desire the Best Education for Their Children -- The Learning Experience® Child Development Center Now Has Nine Locations in New Jersey

Childcare: Parents Desire the Best Education for Their Children -- The Learning Experience® Child Development Center Now Has Nine Locations in New Jersey

The Learning Experience® Child Development Center has nine state-of-the-art locations throughout New Jersey and 25 years in providing children with the skills to achieve their highest potential.

New Jersey (PRWEB) December 1, 2006

It is important to trust the people who are responsible for the care and education of your children. The Learning Experience® (www. thelearningexperience. com) has over 25 years of experience in providing children with the skills and the environment necessary to achieve their highest potential in a warm, nurturing, friendly atmosphere.

Over the past several years, the rapidly expanding company has opened 9 state-of-the-art facilities throughout New Jersey and 3 other locations in New York, Pennsylvania and Michigan. The proprietary curriculum, compassionate staff and unique enrichment programs are what have the community so intrigued.

The Learning Experience® offers age appropriate programs for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. These child development centers pride themselves in maintaining a safe, sterile and secure environment for their children. Every center uses a comprehensive electronic security system which allows only enrolled parents and staff to enter the building through an individually programmed key tag. Cameras are also used by staff and parents to carefully monitor each classroom and the well lit hallways feature rounded walls to help maintain children's safety. In order to keep each child as happy and healthy as possible, all centers are peanut free and a daily sanitization process is carried out in each classroom. www. thelearningexperience. com

Each center offers a specialized curriculum called L. E.A. P.™ (Learning Experience Academic Program) including The Learning Experience®'s proprietary early reading program, Fun With Phonics™ which encourages children to learn at their own pace. The curriculum also provides a "Little Learners" program for infants to three-year-olds which focuses on hands on activities and exploration geared toward their specific developmental level. One of a kind enrichment programs such as Start to Art®, Music 4 Me™, Dancing Feet®, Movin' N Groovin'™, Suddenly Science™, Marvelous Math™ and Talent Sprouts® are taught on site by experienced instructors. All curriculum and enrichment programs are included in each child's tuition at no extra cost. www. thelearningexperience. com

In order to create the type of fun, creative environment that allows children to thrive, the centers are equipped with only the most modern and up to date toys, computers and materials and provide Make Believe Boulevard™, an indoor imaginative play area that resembles a small "Main Street U. S.A." where children have the opportunity to role play. The centers also feature two safe, shaded outdoor playground with colorful and age appropriate equipment.

The Learning Experience® also provides an awesome Summer Camp program which consists of Kid Kamp® (ages 3-8) and Cub Camp have already enrolled to experience a wide array of exciting activities for the summer months and is convenient for working parents but is also open to children who are not enrolled in the regular program but who want to engage in exciting new endeavors and enjoy a fun-filled summer!

Flexible scheduling is available for full and part time care. Working parents are welcome to take advantage of convenient before and after school care hours from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm Monday through Friday.

Prospective families can learn more about the programs that The Learning Experience® and its affiliates have to offer and locations by calling (888) 865-7775 or by visiting the website at www. thelearningexperience. com

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How To Lose Weight & Tone Muscle: Is The "Natural Way" The Ultimate Solution?

How To Lose Weight & Tone Muscle: Is The "Natural Way" The Ultimate Solution?

Defying weight loss experts, an acclaimed bodybuilder is revealing the secrets to permanent fat loss and muscle toning without drugs or diet.

NEWYORK, NY (PRWEB) June 28, 2005

It's often a long hard battle for most people when it comes to loosing fat and achieving muscle tone. Look at any TV or magazine ad these days and you are guaranteed to see how we define the ultimate male and female form. A fit body is "in" no matter how we look at it. It is really no wonder that almost everyone is looking for a way to end their personal weight loss war and become fit, lean, healthy and more attractive. The big question however is that with the multitudes of fat loss diets, fad weight loss systems, fat loss books and pills, is there a real answer somewhere out there? Luckily there may be a solution to our national weight loss problem that is safe, natural, effective and permanent.

"95% of people who go on conventional diets gain all the weight back and sometimes they end up even fatter than when they started" says Tom Venuto a veteran natural bodybuilder and author of Burn The Fat Feed the Muscle: Fat Burning Secrets Of The Worlds Best Bodybuilders & Fitness Models.

"After 14 years of study I've developed a system for losing body fat based on the nutrition secrets of competitive natural bodybuilders and fitness models" says Venuto. His lean, perfectly sculpted body is a testament to his claims. As a lifetime natural bodybuilder, personal trainer and nutritionist, Venuto is now spilling the beans on the truth about fat loss and muscular development.

Venuto is not a newcomer to the health industry. His inside knowledge gained from many years of first hand experience, led him to realize how the weight management and fitness "experts" have been using the $40 billion health and diet industry for their financial gain, to the determent of the public. He is now fighting back by unveiling the true secrets to fat loss for everyone. "Tom's program has changed my life. I have lost 3 dress sizes in 4 months and feel better than ever before" says Lynn Ramirez, one of the many of Venuto's successful readers "I now have my husband on the program and if we can do it with 4 kids and full time jobs, anyone can do it".

A prolific writer with a BSc. in Exercise Science and hundreds of published articles in popular fitness magazines like Ironman, Muscular Development and Natural Bodybuilding & Fitness, Tom Venuto's program promises fat loss and muscle toning, not with harmful drugs, unusual diets or diet supplements but rather by working with the natural metabolic system of the body. " You can't fool a metabolic system that's the result of thousands of years of evolution" explains Venuto, " your body is just way too smart for these ordinary diets to ever work".

Tom Venuto is now making his program available online via his web site found at http://tinyurl. com/alvpt (http://tinyurl. com/alvpt) where you can get answers to questions like "why do 95% of all diets fail?" and "what are the top 12 worst foods you should never eat?". The program has had a successful track record among those using it. "Tom Venuto in my opinion, is the leading fitness expert of our time" expresses Chad Tackett, CEO of Global-Fitness "much of my and our client's success are due to his teachings".

For more information about this natural fat loss and muscle toning program visit: http://tinyurl. com/alvpt (http://tinyurl. com/alvpt)

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Cosmetic Harmony Cuts Costs, as Medical Tourism Goes Mainstream

Cosmetic Harmony Cuts Costs, as Medical Tourism Goes Mainstream

Medical tourism is now commonplace as consumers seek ways to combat rising healthcare costs worldwide and put once cost-prohibitive procedures, like cosmetic surgery, within reach. Cosmetic Harmony, a medical tourism company headquartered in Colombia, with offices in Miami and Panama, offers complete cosmetic surgery packages at affordable prices.

Miami, FL (PRWEB) October 3, 2008

Medical tourism (http://www. cosmeticharmony. com) is now commonplace as consumers seek ways to combat rising healthcare costs worldwide and put once cost-prohibitive procedures, like cosmetic surgery, within reach. Cosmetic Harmony, a medical tourism company headquartered in Colombia, with offices in Miami and Panama offers complete cosmetic surgery packages at affordable prices. Cosmetic Harmony has released several new complete medical tour packages to offer clients, saving them, on average, 40% off prices they would pay in there own countries. These packages range from one procedure packages to combo procedure packages, and all will be performed in their new clinic.

In most countries, cosmetic surgery is too expensive for the average person. Because few people can afford it, physicians perform fewer surgeries and as a result, are less experienced than physicians in a country like Colombia. In Colombia, with a favorable exchange rate, cosmetic procedures are a fraction of the cost patients would pay in other countries. Since it's affordable, there's a much greater demand. Consequently, physicians perform more surgeries and are arguably more experienced than their North American or European counterparts.

Anthony Guidice, Cosmetic Harmony Vice President of Sales, quickly discounts the notion that lower cost means lower quality. "The numbers speak for themselves," he says. "Colombian surgeons, on average, perform 20 percent more procedures than surgeons in other countries and all of our surgeons and facilities not only meet, but exceed international standards (http://www. cosmeticharmony. com)."

He also notes that Cosmetic Harmony uses only FDA-approved materials, such as implants, medication and equipment. Cosmetic Harmony is also proud to announce Dr. Andres Perez has joined the elite team of Cosmetic Harmony surgeons along with the new clinic.

For more information, visit www. cosmeticharmony. com.

About Cosmetic Harmony:
Cosmetic Harmony is a medical tourism company specializing in complete cosmetic surgery packages, including cosmetic procedures, travel, accommodations, transportation to medical appointments, a bilingual personal assistant and medications.

Contact:
Anthony Giudice, Vice President of Sales
305.726.0527
Cosmetic Harmony

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WANT A HEALTHIER, HAPPIER MARRIAGE? WANT TO CHANGE YOUR MARITAL RELATIONSHIP FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE? WANT TO MAKE AN OK MARRIAGE, REALLY GREAT?

WANT A HEALTHIER, HAPPIER MARRIAGE? WANT TO CHANGE YOUR MARITAL RELATIONSHIP FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE? WANT TO MAKE AN OK MARRIAGE, REALLY GREAT?

It's a simple "proactive" marriage contract for a healthier marriage! We have a plan in our lives for our diets, our exercise, our retirement, our childrens education, be we have no plan for our marriage! Without any Plan, we are left going nowhere! What if you did not have a plan for anything in your life? Most people do not have a plan for something as important as marriage!

(PRWEB) June 20, 2003

PRESS RELEASE 

954 527 5277 

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Fort Lauderdale, Florida

June 12, 2003

STEPS TO A HEALTHIER MARRIAGE

By stan switzer 

This article is about making a good marriage better! It is not intended to help a failing marriage or a partnership in which only one partner wants to keep it going. This is for the marriages that will probably stay together and the husband and wife are fairly committed! But typically after the first or second child, they settle into a life that is mostly work and child rearing and time is spent with all family members all the time. There is little or no time for the couple-alone-or apart. This is an energizer, an addition to a good marriage and this formulae is sure to revitalize and enhance what is already there!

The author is a former college professor of psychology and sociology. He has taught many courses in Marriage and the Family and Child Psychology. His PhD work is in Counseling Psychology at the University of Miami and he has done private counseling for years in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He has edited and written for several local venues and is cuurently a “writer at large.”

Flu Season is Here: Learn Practical Tactics to Keep You and Your Family Safe from Colds and Flu

Flu Season is Here: Learn Practical Tactics to Keep You and Your Family Safe from Colds and Flu

Renowned Microbiologist, Charles (Dr. Germ) Gerba and Certified Germ Freak Mom Allison Janse, co authors of "The Germ Freak's Guide to Outwitting Colds and Flu" are available for interviews on this timely topic.

Deerfield Beach, FL (PRWEB) October 11, 2005

Between the possible pandemic bird flu scare and October marking the official opening of flu season, Dr. Charles Gerba, an expert on infectious disease, reveals practical tactics to minimize the threat of colds and flu. Dr. Gerba, referred by the media as "Dr. Germ," offers guerilla tactics to outwit the germs that surround us. As portrayed in the news, recent research shows that bacteria or germs contribute greatly to the state of our health.

When the hacking and sniffling season begins, most Americans have some personal germ avoidance tactics they employ to keep themselves healthy. Unfortunately, many of these habits don’t work -- and some of them actually make us more susceptible to illness. Using scientific data and tips, Gerba and Allison Janse, co-authors of The Germ Freak’s Guide to Outwitting Colds and Flu, bust the myths we have about where the germs are around us and give us the lowdown on how to survive flu season with your health, humor and sanity intact.

In your mission to fight colds and flu, Dr. Gerba first wants you to know where the germs are:

1) The average desktop at work has 400 times more bacteria than the toilet seat. When tested, a family dining room table had more germs than a kiddie ride at an amusement park.

2) While 95% of people surveyed said they wash their hands after using the restroom, only 67 of people actually did. Of that 67%, only 16% of them did it enough to kill all the germs

3) Stop touching your face and ears—the average adult touches his face one to three times every five minutes, that’s a free ride into your body—so find another nervous habit.

4) Avoid germ spreaders —since a sneeze can travel 3 feet.

Protect yourself at work:

1) Disinfect your desktop, keyboard, phone each day—especially before you eat.

2) Watch the coffee: twenty percent of the coffee cups Gerba tested in offices were oozing with fecal bacteria, probably from the sponges used to clean them

3) If you tote around a water bottle, wash it thoroughly because if you don’t you could be carting around hundreds of thousands of germs

4) If you work at a job where you come into contact with people, use an instant hand sanitizer when you need to touch them.

5) Avoid office food. Community cake is an invitation to contagion after some sick person blew out the candles with a big germy exhale. You’re best to avoid the bagels, too.

6) Bring your own lunch during cold and flu season!

Arm yourself with your very own “guerilla germ warfare kit:”

For home:

Pump dispenser soap (not antibacterial!) Disinfectant cleaner of sanitizer Recyclable paper towels Tissues Listerine or hydrogen peroxide (to disinfect toothbrushes) Rubber gloves Bleach

For purses and briefcases:

*To-go pack of toilet paper

To-go pack of toilet seat cover Travel-size instant hand sanitizer (when soap is not available) Disinfecting wipes or rubbing alcohol pads Band-Aids (not antibacterial) Tissues

For more information on how to prevent colds and flu, or to interview the authors of The Germ Freak’s Guide to Outwitting Colds and Flu, contact: Kim Weiss, (800) 851-9100 ext. 212.

Read more about "The Germ Freak's Guide to Outwitting Colds and Flu" at http://www. hcibooks. com/book-description. asp? BookID=726 (http://www. hcibooks. com/book-description. asp? BookID=726)

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Johns Hopkins to Unveil Center for Biotechnology Education

Johns Hopkins to Unveil Center for Biotechnology Education

The Johns Hopkins University’s Zanvyl Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, Advanced Academic Programs, will unveil the Center for Biotechnology Education on Thursday, May 13, at its fifth annual biotechnology research symposium, from 5:30 to 8:30 p. m. in Gilchrest Hall on the Montgomery County campus, 9601 Medical Center Drive in Rockville.

Washington, DC (PRWEB) May 13, 2010

The Johns Hopkins University’s Zanvyl Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, Advanced Academic Programs, will unveil the Center for Biotechnology Education (http://biotechnology. jhu. edu) on Thursday, May 13, at its fifth annual biotechnology research symposium, from 5:30 to 8:30 p. m. in Gilchrest Hall on the Montgomery County campus, 9601 Medical Center Drive in Rockville.

The center will expand the scope of Johns Hopkins’ biotechnology education by adding symposia, workshops, youth development programs and non-credit training to its current offering of graduate degrees, master’s certificates and fellowships.

“The Johns Hopkins University has long played a significant role in scientific research and discovery,” said Patrick Cummings, director of the center and senior associate program chair of the biotechnology program. “In that tradition, we created the Center for Biotechnology Education to help share the knowledge and resources of our premier research institution with students, working professionals, teachers and the general public.”

The establishment of the Center for Biotechnology Educations positions Johns Hopkins University as a leader of educational continuum for regional, national and international biotechnology programming and leadership.

“The center is working to forge strong partnerships with industry and government organizations, area school districts, and other Johns Hopkins entities,” said Richard McCarty, chair of the center and of the Advanced Biotechnology Studies program. “Our goal is to build a pipeline of students and professionals equipped to achieve success in K-12 education, graduate school, and the workplace in the fields of biotechnology, bioinformatics, bioscience regulatory affairs, and bioscience business and leadership.”

The center’s inaugural event will feature keynote speaker Dr. Jesse Goodman, chief scientist and deputy commissioner for science and public health at the U. S. Food and Drug Administration, and poster presentations from graduate students in Johns Hopkins biotechnology, bioinformatics, and regulatory affairs programs, as well as area high school students.

The administrative office for the Center for Biotechnology Education is on the 6th floor of the Wyman Park Building on the Homewood campus in Baltimore. The center also has an office on the Montgomery County campus, featuring a state-of-the-art laboratory for graduate student training and workshops, as well as a dedicated computer laboratory for bioinformatics workshops.

For more information about Johns Hopkins’ Center for Biotechnology Education, please contact Patrick Cummings at 410-516-5842. The center's website is http://biotechnology. jhu. edu (http://biotechnology. jhu. edu).

Johns Hopkins University news releases can be found on the World Wide Web at http://releases. jhu. edu/ (http://releases. jhu. edu/)
Information on automatic E-mail delivery of science and medical news releases is available at the same address.

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New Process Exposes "Genetic Right" Careers

New Process Exposes "Genetic Right" Careers

Human Capability Geneticist Donald E. Seymour, developed the MTC process, that uncovering our inborn talent, can select school majors and careers that fit our genetic design.

(PRWEB) December 7, 2004

"There is something everyone can do better than anything else they can do. ItÂ’s in our gene instructions" Says Seymour, "Not doing work or careers acceptable to our gene instructions, our genes get mad and cause nervousness, stress, headaches and depression - to force us to change to what we were genetically designed to do. Failure to correct the problem, our genes may trip suicide genes.

"In the worldÂ’s people are talents to solve cancer, environment, war, population, and terrorism problems. A MTC computer program, anyone could use, can uncover naturally talented people." Says Seymour who introduced MTC in his book, The Key To Your Unknown Talent, A New Discovery About You and updated MTC research in The Twentieth Century Lady, Donna Lou SeymourÂ’s Contribution To save Our World.

"Government supporting MTC development (as it did the Genome Project) I predict no-one will select a career not in tune with their gene design. Exposing talented careers could cut employment, health and entitlement costs 30% and make health insurance available to all."

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New “Senior Living” Photo CDs Ideal for Marketing Health Care Services

New “Senior Living” Photo CDs Ideal for Marketing Health Care Services

Alwaysstock® Offers Two New Photo Collections that Reflect Modern-Looking Baby Boomers and Seniors

Longmeadow, MA (PRWEB) July 11, 2005

alwaysstock®, LLC, a royalty-free stock photography and illustration company founded by two seasoned advertising professionals, is offering two new photo CD collections, both ideal for use in marketing health care services.

The new CDs feature updated senior living and lifestyle concepts. The first collection, “Later in Life,” includes seniors at play, at work, in love, traveling and relaxing. “Mature Friendships,” features diverse senior friends outdoors, eating, taking a car trip and laughing together, plus glimpses of serious moments.

“alwaysstock is committed to developing material for specialized topics,” says Stephen van Schouwen, partner, alwaysstock. “Traditional ‘senior lifestyle’ concepts have changed, partially due to an aging, but still active baby boomer generation,” says van Schouwen. “In the health care and senior lifestyle marketing arenas, it is particularly important to portray seniors in a positive way and with a modern look and feel.”

Each CD collection features over 70 photos that are ideal for use in a range of marketing collateral. In addition, virtually all of the companyÂ’s 10,000 plus photos are available exclusively through alwaysstock. alwaysstock is currently home to over four dozen photographers from around the world, with growing collections in lifestyles, business, sports (including extreme sports), concepts, kids, seniors, and much more.

As part of an aggressive growth plan, alwaysstock staff adds new images daily, and the company closely tracks search terms and trends to augment content that is in demand.

Alwaysstock is continually expanding its image offerings for marketing and editorial design. It is also actively soliciting photographers and illustrators who would like to market images through this online venue. The company can be reached at (413) 567-2105 ext. 107, or by visiting www. alwaysstock. com. 

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Says 2006 Already a Bumper Year for Small Businesses Says Largest SME Advice Forum

Says 2006 Already a Bumper Year for Small Businesses Says Largest SME Advice Forum

The UK's most popular small business advice forum has reported that users are having a bumper 2006 so far.

(PRWEB) February 9, 2006

UKBusinessforums. co. uk Says 2006 Already a Bumper Year for Small Businesses

One month into the New Year and already small businesses across the UK are reporting increased like for like sales according to the UK’s most popular, free to use, small business advice and help forum, UKbusinessforums. co. uk.

Members of the forum are reporting that January has so far seen a big increase in sales when compared to the previous year and this is showing no signs of slowing down. It would also appear that the healthy climate is inspiring other budding entrepreneurs to make the jump and start up their own business.

Ukbusinessforums. co. uk is now the most popular website for small to medium sized enterprises (SME’s) in the UK, in terms of number of daily posts made by business owners looking for free help and advice.

The person who kicked off the discussion about the business climate so far in 2006 is Tony Castle, owner of the successful business, www. sitepal. co. uk. Tony commented, “To be honest I thought this year may be slow but for some unknown reason my business volumes have doubled”.

Richard Osborne, the owner and successful entrepreneur behind www. ukbusinesforums. co. uk commented, “It’s great that the forum can give small business owners the chance to discuss and share ideas about business growth and success stories and the site also aims to give SME’s the opportunity to get their voice heard about the positives and negatives of running a small business in the UK”.

A number of high profile entrepreneurs have seen their businesses grow as a result of the help, support and advice from other forum users including Roses By Design, owned by Mark Pearson. His business idea was conceived, researched and taken to market with the help of UKbusinessforum members and his unique idea of printing images and words onto real roses is proving so successful and innovative that they have now featured on the TV show This Morning.

Editor’s Notes:

For further information, contact: -Richard Osborne – 0870 432 5544 or,

-Andy Barr – 10 Yetis PR & Marketing, 0774 305 7458

UK Business Forums UK is an independent, none government funded, organisation that aims to give a louder voice about the things that really matter to the UK SME market

The survey sample was over 400 small business owners.

For more information about Roses by Design visit; www. rosesbydesign. co. uk

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Customized Health Insurance Now Available from Wavehelp. com

Customized Health Insurance Now Available from Wavehelp. com

Wavehelp. com, the unique online seller of medical and travel insurance, is now allowing individuals and families to customize their health insurance to best meet their needs. With every health insurance policy purchased through the Wavehelp. com web site, a chartable donation will be made to humanitarian relief.

St Louis, MO (PRWEB) December 18, 2006

Individuals and families in need of medical insurance can now get the personalized health coverage they need from Wavehelp. com while generating aid to victims of hurricanes, floods and tsunamis at no extra cost. Each health insurance policy purchased at Wavehelp. com causes a monetary contribution from the website to aid victims of large water inundations.

By choosing among offered options for factors like policy limit and amount of deductible and co-pay, individuals can customized health insurance when applying online at Wavehelp. com. Health insurance protects individuals and families with medical coverage in case of an unexpected illness or injury. Policy holders choose their own doctors and pay premiums in monthly installments or in one single sum.

Wavehelp. com offers policies from Assurant Health, a leading provider of affordable personalized health insurance. Medical insurance protects millions of customers from the financial hardship of unexpected illnesses and injuries.

For additional information on health insurance visit http://www. wavehelp. com (http://www. wavehelp. com).

About Wavehelp. com:

Wavehelp. com was developed by Insurance Executive Wayne Mosher in 2005 to aid the victims of the tsunami that hit southern Asia on December 26, 2004. Since then, there have been other examples of nature's wrath including the hurricanes that hit the southern coastal regions of the United States in 2005.

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Interactive Hotel Marketing from a Single Source in Europe

Interactive Hotel Marketing from a Single Source in Europe

H2c consulting and Occupancy Marketing enter strategic partnership focusing on hotel web site strategies and performance optimization

Edinburgh, Scotland (PRWEB) January 29, 2010

Two leading hotel marketing companies have joined forces to offer clients across Europe a complete marketing service. The strategic partnership between U. K.-based Occupancy Marketing and h2c consulting, headquartered in Dusseldorf, Germany, expands h2c's expertise in the area of Search Engine Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.

Concurrently, Occupancy Marketing (http://occupancymarketing. com) services are seamlessly integrated with the hotelier's overall distribution strategy comprising of various on and offline channels. With the joint forces and complementary services, both companies provide highly customized support for all aspects of hospitality marketing on a project or retainer basis. The joint services are designed to allow hoteliers to generate best in class returns from electronic distribution (http://www. h2c. eu/quality-assurance-hotels/internet-distribution/audit/) channels including the client's Web site, GDS and Online Travel Agents. H2c (http://www. h2c. eu/), with its focus on interactive travel and hospitality marketing, has a profound knowledge in aligning Web site strategies with hotel sales and marketing requirements, including GDS, CRS, PMS, RMS and CRM systems.

Joint consultancy services include:
 Internet Distribution Audits/ Online Marketing Health Checks  Development of Internet Marketing strategy (http://occupancymarketing. com/services/consultancy. html) for individual hotels and hotel chains  Development of Social Media strategy for the business

Hotel Internet Marketing (http://occupancymarketing. com/services/internet_marketing. html) encompasses all support services to promote a client's Web site. These services are most efficient following an Internet Distribution Audit. For example, after identifying weaknesses and deficiencies, targeted SEO and SEM measures can be applied for improving Web site performance.

The new strategic partnership offers a balanced mix of specialized services designed to
 Improve search engine results  Protect the client brand online  Improve conversion rates and increase online bookings  Reduce dependency on 3rd party commissionable agents and  Increase occupancy and yield

All of this means that online strategy development, consulting, quality assurance services (http://www. h2c. eu/quality-assurance-hotels/) as well as implementation and search engine optimization are now available from a single dedicated partner.

About h2c
Focused on interactive travel and hospitality marketing, h2c's team of experts stand for unbiased industry insight, innovation, customized solutions and distribution profitability. H2c is committed to improving its client's competitive positioning by aligning strategy, technology and processes for optimal performance.

About Occupancy Marketing
Occupancy Marketing Limited is a U. K.-based Internet Marketing Services Company focused on the hotel and leisure industry. The company provides Search Engine Optimization (SEO) services to some of the leading hotel and tourism brands in the U. K. and Europe. The company's services are used by clients to extract the maximum value from their presence on the World Wide Web, via their own Web site, travel portals and social media Web sites.

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'Biggest Loser' Star Leads Weight Loss Revolution

'Biggest Loser' Star Leads Weight Loss Revolution

Reality TV star partners with nutritional company to launch new hunger management product line

Salt Lake City, Utah (PRWEB) July 20, 2008

Hit TV show finalist Heather Hansen may have had to call it quits early from the show "Biggest Loser" for being pregnant, but is now reviving her fame with a new weight loss line. A revolutionary, patent-pending technology uses the body's natural function to help with portion control.

Heather has partnered with O3World™ to bring to market FORM™ and FIXX™, a one two punch in hunger management. "I've been waiting for something like this to come along; a product that is safe to use but that actually works. It is all in the portion control," Heather remarks. "It is really fun to be back in the game. After the show I put on some baby weight that I couldn't wait to get back off. O3World's flag ship product, FORM, makes it easy for me to be in control of my calories."

FORM offers network marketing a first-to-market, physician developed, and patent-pending technology in a capsule that aids consumers with mealtime portion control. Brooks Gordon, marketing director for O3World recently said, "The O3World product line capitalizes on the simplest rule of weight loss, if you eat less you weigh less. Obesity is plaguing our nation and we want to be part of the solution." Gordon went on to say, "Heather is such a great fit for our product line, she has a genuine interest in making sure people are making healthy choices when it comes to dieting and weight loss."

O3World will make its exclusive products available to the public sometime in September 2008. Limited production samples will be available during July and August 2008.

About O3World: O3World™ is a revolutionary weight management division of ForeverGreen International that is focusing on creating strategic relationships within the hunger management field to develop cutting edge weight loss solutions.

About FORM™: FORM™ contains SWELL®, which is a proprietary, ultra-pure FDA-compliant hydrogel platform technology owned and developed by Wellosophy™ Corporation for use as a pre-meal gastric bulking agent.

For more information on O3World, please visit www. myo3world. com.

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Bloggers Unite For 20th Anniversary of World AIDS Day

Bloggers Unite For 20th Anniversary of World AIDS Day

BlogCatalog is partnering with the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of HIV/AIDS Policy's AIDS. gov (AIDS. gov) and the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) for "Bloggers Unite for World AIDS Day 2008" on Dec. 1. This event encourages bloggers from around the world to dedicate their blog posts on December 1, 2008 (World AIDS Day) to issues related to HIV/AIDS. The goal is to leverage the power of the blogosphere to remind people that HIV/AIDS is still a critical issue in the U. S. and around the world, and to promote HIV testing.

San Antonio, Texas (PRWEB) December 1, 2008

BlogCatalog. com, a fast growing social network for bloggers, is partnering with the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the Office of HIV/AIDS Policy's AIDS. gov (AIDS. gov) for "Bloggers Unite for World AIDS Day 2008" on Dec. 1.
 
The campaign asks bloggers from all over the world to post about HIV and AIDS on Dec. 1. Bloggers Unite is led by more than 150,000 individually approved BlogCatalog bloggers.
 
"World AIDS day is well suited for bloggers who have their hearts in the right place, because awareness is paramount," said Tony Berkman, president of BlogCatalog, which began the BloggersUnite initiative to launch social awareness campaigns last year. "Right now, it's estimated that 250,000 people in the United States are HIV positive and are not even aware of it."
 
According to the U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are an estimated one million Americans living with HIV in the United States and an estimated 33 million people living with HIV worldwide. Berkman said he knew BloggersUnite had to become proactive in World AIDS Day 2008 after learning that a significant percentage of all new HIV/AIDS diagnoses are among people 13 to 24 years of age.
 
"I spend considerable time getting to know our members and I know that many of them are in this high at-risk age group or have children who are," said Berkman. "I'm hopeful that our member-driven social awareness campaign that is conceived, promoted, and supported by tens of thousands of bloggers will encourage non-members to help raise awareness too. It's an issue that touches us all."

Berkman said even if only 10 percent of the Blog Catalog members participate in Bloggers Unite for World AIDS Day, their posts will be read by an estimated 4 million blog readers. If approximately half participate, the campaign will reach 20 million, not counting conversations that result on social networks like Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter.

World AIDS Day is the day recognized by individuals and organizations from around the world to bring attention to the global AIDS epidemic. This year is the 20th anniversary of World AIDS Day and will be supported by social media efforts being undertaken by AIDS. gov, NIDA, and many other organizations.
 
"Our goal is to leverage the power of the blogosphere to remind people that HIV/AIDS is still a critical issue in the U. S. and around the world, and to promote HIV testing," said Miguel Gomez, director of AIDS. gov.

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is a component of the National Institutes of Health, U. S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIDA supports most of the world's research on the health aspects of drug abuse and addiction.
 
AIDS. gov is an initiative of the Office of HIV/AIDS Policy, U. S. Department of Health and Human Services. It provides information from the federal government about HIV/AIDS prevention, testing, treatment, research, and using new media in response to HIV/AIDS.

BloggersUnite is an initiative of BlogCatalog. Since last year, BlogCatalog has evolved from a blog directory into member-driven online community for bloggers. More than 150,000 approved bloggers interact on BlogCatalog every day.
 
BloggersUnite: http://unite. blogcatalog. com (http://unite. blogcatalog. com)
National Institute on Drug Abuse: http://nida. nih. gov (http://nida. nih. gov)
AIDS. gov: http://aids. gov (http://aids. gov)
World AIDS Campaign: http://worldaidscampaign. org (http://worldaidscampaign. org)

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How To Turn The Credit Crunch Into a Credit Bounce

How To Turn The Credit Crunch Into a Credit Bounce

With the current economic situation many of us find ourselves in difficult times, although there is no need to suffer in silence. Harrington Brooks, a UK-based company, offers debt relief to all those who need debt help with their new range of debt solutions.

(PRWEB) November 21, 2008

There was a time -- last season, perhaps -- when crunches were considered good. Back then they were called ab crunches and made your body look amazing. These days, crunches are bad for your wallet and go by multiple names: credit crunch, financial crunch, cash crunch. With all the bad news going around, we're hoping to give you something to smile about.

What does the credit crunch mean for you? It could mean that your health will suffer from all the stress. Your repayments may increase and you will not be able to pay them all. Having unpaid bills would make anyone feel guilty, and worse, anxious.

You need to try to settle your debts or/and make repayment arrangements with your creditors. Try not to enter into any new credit agreements and focus on paying off what debts you have right now.
The credit crunch causes a reduction in the availability of loans and other types of credit. This has been going on for the last year. We also saw an increase in the amount of bad and toxic debt: the Bank of England estimates toxic debt losses at £1,800bn. Banks hoard cash and do not want to risk defaulting clients. It also means that prices for goods and services are increasing.

Harrington Brooks has new services to help customers get rid of their debt and focus on making the rest of their lives as attractive as their wallets: , a, and. There is also a banking account (http://www. harringtonbrooks. co. uk/extradirectbank. php), guaranteed if you can proof your identity, which is backed by Extra Direct, for all clients including those people who have filed for bankruptcy. This is in addition to debt management plans (http://www. harringtonbrooks. co. uk/debt-management. php), individual voluntary arrangements and loans & remortgages. This means that your life can improve exponentially when you use the services offered by Harrington Brooks.

If you're feeling stressed out just thinking about the amount of debt you have, why not read the personal finance blog or section for advice on how to manage your finances. You will find advice on things such as debt management, IVA (http://www. harringtonbrooks. co. uk/individual-voluntary-agreement-iva. php) and personal bankruptcy (http://www. harringtonbrooks. co. uk/bankruptcy. php) besides the occasional posts about how to live a good quality of life on a budget.

Harrington Brooks (http://www. harringtonbrooks. co. uk) is one of the longest established financial practices in the UK, with an unrivalled reputation with Government Legislative Bodies, Regulators and Creditors alike.

Established in 1998, Harrington Brooks offers people who are in debt a full range of solutions, all under one roof. We have helped over 40,000 clients by repaying over £130 million of debt through Harrington Brooks. Further details on our range of financial solutions can be found at www. harringtonbrooks. co. uk, or by speaking to one of our expert advisors on 0808 131 0040.

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Npower's generosity helps kids at Cedars School get around

Npower's generosity helps kids at Cedars School get around

Npower's charity committee donates £17,000 to help fund a new mini bus for pupils at Cedars School Sports College

Worcester, UK (PRWEB) March 8, 2009

npower's donation of £17,000 towards a brand new mini bus has meant that students at Cedars School Sports College in Low Fell can, once again, take part in extra-curricular activities including trips to the swimming baths, leisure centre, parks and theatres.

The school caters for the needs of children with physical and speech and language disorders and when one of their mini-buses failed its MOT, fund-raising for a new Variety Club bus was moved to the top of the list of priorities. The challenge was to raise over £15,500 within six months. It was a chance conversation with npower's (http://www. npower. com/web/At_home/index. htm (http://www. npower. com/web/At_home/index. htm)) Wes Craig, the uncle of Michael Craig, one of the senior students at The Cedars that raised the possibility of some help.

Wes referred the request to the npower charities board and £17,000 was donated to the school. Jane Fraser, head teacher at The Cedars, is delighted, saying: "npower's response truly was the answer to a prayer! We've already used the new bus for a wide variety of trips and visits. It provides the children with an opportunity to broaden their education in sporting and cultural activities.

"We have put the remaining £1,500 to kick off the fund-raising to replace the second old mini-bus, as that, too, is on its last tyres."

Wes was amongst a group of npower (http://thebrighterenergydebate. npower. com/ (http://thebrighterenergydebate. npower. com/)) staff invited to join in the celebration of receiving the new bus. He found the experience a humbling one, explaining: "It was good to be able to do something positive for the Cedars in return for all the help and support they have given Michael and many other children, over the years."

About npower
Npower is one of Britain's largest electricity suppliers and supplies gas, electricity and related services to 6.6 million customers across the UK.

RWE npower has been awarded the prestigious CommunityMark (http://www. npower. com/web/communitymark/index. htm (http://www. npower. com/web/communitymark/index. htm)) from Business in the Community (BITC). npower is the only utility business, amongst 21 other companies in the UK, to receive this accolade. The CommunityMark is a new BITC standard which has been created to recognise companies that are good investors in local communities and who have brought about real and positive changes.

The npower Active (http://www. npower. com/web/about_npower/in_the_community/healthy_communities/npower_active (http://www. npower. com/web/about_npower/in_the_community/healthy_communities/npower_active)) programme, which is run in partnership with the English Federation of Disability Sport, has been awarded a prestigious 'Silver Big Tick' by Business in the Community.

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MET-Rx Announces the 'Shaping Every Body' Health and Fitness Program

MET-Rx Announces the 'Shaping Every Body' Health and Fitness Program

MET-Rx® offers a 6 Week health and fitness program to shape your body for optimum health and to maintain a healthy diet.

Ronkonkoma, NY (PRWEB) May 29, 2008

MET-Rx®, the leader in sports nutrition, announces the launch of the "Shaping Every Body" health and fitness (http://www. metrx. com) program. Based on a 6 week time-line, the program offers tips on how to shape your body, your nutrition and your overall lifestyle so that you can look good, maintain a healthy diet, feel good and have more energy every day.

Beginning June 2, 2008, the health and fitness program will be e-mailed to consumers once a week for six weeks and will include a mix of cardio and weight training (http://www. metrx. com/training) exercises, in addition to sample daily meal plans using MET-Rx® protein bars, drinks and shakes (http://www. metrx. com/shop/productlist. aspx) as a convenient way to fulfill your body's need for balanced meals and solid nutrition. Workouts and meal plans (http://www. metrx. com/team/mealplan. aspx) will be modified each week as you progress into the health and fitness program. According to MET-Rx®, individuals who achieve quality results in the gym understand the nutritional science behind attaining a lean and healthy physique, including adequate protein intake after a workout. MET-Rx® Brand Director, Patrick Cornacchiulo tells us "with today's hectic lifestyles, even those of us with the best intentions often find ourselves sacrificing good nutrition and regular exercise. The MET-Rx® Shaping Every Body program is the answer to getting in the best shape of your life". So whether you're a weekend warrior, a healthy diet enthusiast or a champion athlete, MET-Rx® products taken before, during or after a workout offer key ingredients essential to helping you achieve a fit and healthy body.*

The health and fitness (http://www. metrx. com) program will be followed up with a Shaping Every Body book co-authored by fitness expert and MET-Rx® athlete Frank Sepe, and is due out early 2009.

About MET-Rx®
MET-Rx® revolutionized the sports nutrition industry nearly two decades ago when it introduced its exclusive protein blend called METAMYOSYN. Originally developed by a physician based on metabolic research, METAMYOSYN protein is a highly bio-available fuel that supports muscle and strength.* Today, MET-Rx® offers a diverse range of products that promote vigorous health and a healthy diet (http://www. metrx. com) by making advanced nutrition easier, more convenient and more effective than ever before.*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Results may vary. Use in conjunction with an intense daily exercise program and a balanced healthy diet including an adequate caloric intake.

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LÛCRUM Inc. Wins $2.2 Million Project with Disabled American Veterans

LÛCRUM Inc. Wins $2.2 Million Project with Disabled American Veterans

LUCRUM has been selected by The Disabled American Veterans(DAV) and Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary (DAVA) organizations to design and implement an internet accessible membership management system utilizing Microsoft technology. This project will combine multiple systems and enable DAV/DAVA to effectively and efficiently run membership operations.

(PRWEB) March 30, 2002

Cincinnati, OH - March 2002 - LÛCRUM, Inc., an independent strategic software development and consulting firm specializing in eBusiness, analytical, and operational solutions, has been selected by The Disabled American Veterans(DAV) and Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary (DAVA) organizations to design and implement a fully-integrated, internet accessible membership management system utilizing Microsoft technology. This project will combine multiple systems and enable DAV/DAVA to effectively and efficiently run membership operations.

“This innovative software system will replace our 30-year-old mainframe computer with an interactive Web-based system that will improve service to our members,” said National Adjutant Arthur H. Wilson. “For example, DAV and Auxiliary members will be able to access and update their membership data on line for such things as change of address, new telephone number, and other important information. In addition to improved membership communication, this new system will enable us to promote the organization and recruit new members. It will save time, money, and paperwork, and be an added value for our members.”

“I am very excited that LÛCRUM has been chosen for this project,” says John Bostick, President and CEO, LÛCRUM. “One of LÛCRUM’s core business philosophies is to help our clients reduce their costs and improve their overall performance and processes with robust, customized business solutions.”

About LÛCRUM

Founded in 1993 by John Bostick with headquarters in Cincinnati, LÛCRUM is an independent strategic consulting firm that develops eBusiness, analytical and operational solutions for manufacturing, health care, financial services, and general business based on financial impact and return on investment (ROI) maturity. LÛCRUM’s practice areas include digital strategies for business intelligence, eBusiness, and management consulting.

For more information on LÛCRUM, visit www. lucruminc. com

About DAV

Formed in 1920 and chartered by Congress in 1932, the million-member DAV is the official voice of America's service-connected disabled veterans -- a strong, insistent voice that represents all of America's 2.1 million disabled veterans, their families and survivors. Its nationwide network of services -- free of charge to all veterans and members of their families -- is totally supported by membership dues and contributions from the American public. Not a government agency, the DAV's national organization receives no government funds.

About DAVA

The Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary (DAVA) was founded in 1922 by women who saw a need for assistance to the families, widows and orphans of disabled veterans, as well as the disabled veterans themselves. Today, in more than 2,000 Units nationwide, the DAV Auxiliary continues, more dedicated than ever before, to serve disabled veterans, with particular emphasis on the families of those veterans.

Stop Ripping Me Off! Is the Title of a New Consumer Protection Book Being Released Today

Stop Ripping Me Off! Is the Title of a New Consumer Protection Book Being Released Today

A new book outlining a “game changing” way to fix, remodel or build a home will be released today. This new concept protects consumers by enabling them to pay less, get more, and to have real protection from contractor fraud, poor home construction, poor health from a sick home, and legal problems relating to the construction.

Stillwater, MN (PRWEB) March 16, 2010

Stop Ripping Me Off! (http://www. buildthequality. com/book. html) is the title of a new book written by Karl Auleciems of West Lakeland Minnesota outlining a new and revolutionary way to fix, remodel or build a home (http://www. buildthequality. com/book. html). The process results in paying less, getting more home for the money, increased quality, and real protection from contractor fraud. This book and process is a “game changer” for the residential construction market and will effect large building corporations like Pulte Homes and Toll Brothers, Inc.

Karl Auleciems is an entrepreneur who started building homes as a hobby and gradually moved to building multi-mullion dollar homes for far less than what other contractors could build them for and selling them for large non-speculative gains.

Karl Auleciems writes in his book that the current home remodeling/building market is broken. Homeowners are overpaying for the remodel or build, receiving poor quality, and being put at risk for legal, financial, and health problems and don’t even know it. “We have financial advisors, legal advisors (lawyers), medical advisors (doctors), and no construction advisors, yet we spend more on our homes than all other advisor categories combined,” said Karl Auleciems.

“The secret to paying less, getting more for your money, and obtaining real protection is to use a construction advisor to represent the homeowner through the entire construction process. This construction advisor is not a contractor,” said Karl Auleciems. “The construction advisor does not build anything. Rather the construction advisor guides the homeowner through the construction process, much like a doctor guides a patient through their medical care, and represents the homeowner to the contractor. The problems result from the homeowner not knowing anything or very little about home construction. Not knowing what quality is and what it should cost. Contractors have profit motives. This creates the conflict of interest for the homeowner that is only resolved by an advisor that doesn't build the home. The great news is that even after the advisor‘s fees are figured in, the homeowner enjoys a net savings on the project as well as higher quality and real protection.”

For the first time ever, the number of single women outnumbers married women. “Single women, when going into the construction market, feel intimidated and vulnerable because the vast majority of the contractors are men. They are no longer vulnerable and intimidated when they enter the construction market when they have a construction advisor represent them,” said Karl Auleciems. “The elderly are also vulnerable.”

Karl Auleciems' process helps the homeowner by bringing the construction knowledge and experience to the average homeowner and tilts the playing field in the construction market in favor of the consumer.

The book can be immediately obtained directly from his website at http://www. buildthequality. com/book. html (http://www. buildthequality. com/book. html)

The book will also be for sale on Amazon. com and BN. com April 1, 2010.

To arrange an interview, or obtain a review copy (e-form or paperback), you can contact the author directly at:

Karl Auleciems
Karl(at)buildthequality(dot)com
Www. buildthequality. com/book. html (http://www. buildthequality. com/book. html)
612-991-3990

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The Solution to Florida Health Insurance Costs

The Solution to Florida Health Insurance Costs

A new and improved tool from CFG attempts to drive down Florida health insurance premiums by allowing consumers to view instant quotes from Florida health insurance companies side by side.

Tampa, FL (PRWEB) July 27, 2006

In the wake of unprecedented increases in Florida homeowner’s insurance premiums due to a lack of competition; Cardinale Financial Group of Tampa, FL has introduced a new and improved tool to its consumer website. This tool allows for website visitors to “View up to 20 health insurance quotes in under 20 seconds.”

The tool snappily brings up quotes from top Florida health insurance companies like Aetna, Golden Rule/United Healthcare and Humana One so consumers can view all of their quotes side by side. Cardinale Financial Group’s chief health insurance specialist and webmaster of the consumer site Joel J. Ohman states that, “The tool brings freedom in that it allows for a true apples-to-apples comparison of each of the companies quotes side by side. Increased transparency and increased competition in the health insurance market will always be a good thing for consumers. Our goal is to help consumers find value in their Florida health insurance search.”

Florida residents can contact Joel Ohman of Cardinale Financial Group by calling 866-312-2231 or by visiting www. RealtimeHealthQuotes. com.

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Expanding Health Insurance without Reducing Costs Will Lead to National Bankruptcy

Expanding Health Insurance without Reducing Costs Will Lead to National Bankruptcy

Medical Wellness, Inc. is a new, privately funded company focused on the economics of medicine, insisting that financial incentives are the only way to control healthcare costs.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) April 1, 2009

Medical Wellness announces its formation as a privately funded, operating company devoted to developing financial incentives to control medical costs. Over $2.5 trillion are spent every year on healthcare with 99% spent on treating the sick with no incentive to control costs. As a result, Americans have the world's costliest healthcare and also ranks 37th, one of the poorest of any Western nation according to the World Health Organization.

President Obama, several weeks ago, called together 120 national leaders of healthcare asking for their help before exploding costs overwhelm the country. The media reports only lip service will result because most will want more money not less!

Herman Rappaport, President of Medical Wellness, Inc., whose background includes service as advisor to three president administrations and with 55 years in science and associated business, insists, "Political realities and special interests will not accept cost control without financial incentives. That's our objective, to answer the President's call for change in healthcare and show how all in healthcare can benefit, including the public."

The U. S. Congressional Record "Mr. Rappaport is a man whose creativity at any given moment is about a generation ahead of everyone else."

Medical Wellness aims to reduce the number of doctor visits by focusing on chronic fatigue and stress, the reason for most visits. Its initial products are designed to help with problems associated with aging, diabetes, senility and aging eyesight. Not only do these illnesses have the most effect on the quality of life and independence but they are America's most costly health problems and affect the family the most.

Although billions are spent on medical research, Medical Wellness may be the first company to develop products specifically directed at the cost control of healthcare. Medical Wellness is not a consulting company but an operating company, formed to prove that financial incentives can help control costs and without sacrificing the quality of medicine. www. mdwell. com

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Metals & Arsenic Removal Technology Explains Details and Benefits of New Filters for Household Drinking Water

Metals & Arsenic Removal Technology Explains Details and Benefits of New Filters for Household Drinking Water

Today Metals & Arsenic Removal Technology, Inc. (MARTI) a HydroFlo, Inc. (OTCBB: HYRF) portfolio company, explained the details and benefits of its new water pitcher filter unit being offered to consumers throughout North, Central, and South America.

Raleigh, NC (PRWEB) February 1, 2005 -

– Today Metals & Arsenic Removal Technology Inc. (MARTI) a HydroFlo Inc. (OTCBB: HYRF) portfolio company, explained the details and benefits of its new water pitcher filter unit being offered to consumers throughout North, Central, and South America. These filters will also be distributed by WAL S. A. in Europe and Asia. They will be made available to consumers in early April 2005. The agreement with WAL commits MARTI to distribute a minimum of 5 million filter units per year.

The new MARTI-WAL cartridges offer a guaranteed efficiency in filtering chlorine, lead, copper, zinc, nitrates, pesticides and various other impurities that can now be found in tap water. With the addition of the ARTI-64tm media in the cartridges, customers can also be assured of having drinking water without arsenic. While many filters are currently available for the removal of contaminates in water, research has shown that none exist for the removal of arsenic in the simple efficient manner offered by this method.

Several studies report the dangers of arsenic in drinking water. According to the World Health Organization’s May 2001 Arsenic in Drinking Water Report, (http://www. who. int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs210/en/ (http://www. who. int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs210/en/)) “Long-term exposure to arsenic via drinking-water causes cancer of the skin, lungs, urinary bladder, and kidney…” It also cited that, “Increased risks of lung and bladder cancer and of arsenic-associated skin lesions have been observed at drinking-water arsenic concentrations of less than 0.05 mg/L.”

“Many people believe that by utilizing the pitcher filters currently on the market they can protect themselves and their families from all possible contaminants in their tap water, but that is just not the case, ” stated George Moore, COO of MARTI. “MARTI-WAL pitcher filters, according to our research, are the only units of their kind that will eliminate arsenic from drinking water, making it considerably safer, lowering the potential risks of diseases that can come from this toxin. I am excited to offer a solution to this problem and to give the public a way to protect families from the dangers of arsenic.”

Distribution of consumer filter and pitcher products is expected to begin first in Europe followed by the western hemisphere. Sales in the west will take place initially via purchase over an internet website currently being constructed. It is also expected that the product will be available from major retailers in areas of the Americas and the Caribbean where known arsenic contamination exists. It is planned that these filtration systems can be offered to consumers at pricing that is similar to products currently on the market that do not offer the arsenic removal technology.

Dennis Mast, HydroFlo, Inc. CEO explained, “Recent tragedies, including the horrifying tsunami in India, expand the world’s knowledge of how important clean water is to every living being. We at HydroFlo are committed to making it possible to improve the quality of drinking water for everyone. I am honored to be part of such a tremendous breakthrough in water technology.”

About HydroFlo

HydroFlo, Inc. (http://www. hydroflo. us (http://www. hydroflo. us)) is a Business Development Company, as defined by the Investment Act of 1940. Headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, HydroFloÂ’s core focus is to seek out synergistic acquisitions that will provide capital appreciation and income from its portfolio companies. Its portfolio investment companies include; HydroFlo Water Treatment, Inc. www. hydroflo-inc. com, Metals & Arsenic Removal Technology, Inc. www. martiinc. com and the newest company Safety Scan Technology, Inc.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements regarding financial matters in this press release other than historical facts are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and as that term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The company intends that such statements about the Company's future expectations, including future revenues and earnings, and all other forward-looking statements be subject to the safe harbors created thereby. Since these statements (future operational results and sales) involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change at any time, the Company's actual results may differ materially from expected results.

HydroFlo, Inc.

Investor Relations

Rebecca Morgan

919-772-9925

Rmorgan@hydroflo-inc. com

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Red Mountain Spa's Pound Puppy Hike

Red Mountain Spa's Pound Puppy Hike

Top Destination Spa Encourages Guests to Explore the Red Rocks with a "Pet"igreed Companion

St. George, UT (PRWEB) June 2, 2008

Red Mountain Spa introduces the Pound Puppy Hike, in partnership with Ivins City No-Kill Animal Shelter, encouraging guests to share their exploration of southern Utah with man's best friend.

According to the Travel Industry Association, 29.1 million U. S. adults have traveled with a pet on a trip of 50 miles or more. For those who can't bring their own beloved pet along, the Pound Puppy program provides the opportunity to hike with a shelter dog, and in the process bring smiles to canine and human faces. Red Mountain Spa already offers pet-friendly accommodations, dog runners and pet supplies and treats in its Red Mountain Outfitters Store. Underscoring its pet-friendly policy, Red Mountain Spa's Pound Puppy Hike supports facilities which maintain the animal's right to enjoy a fruitful life with the prospect of being adopted into a loving home.

"We feel the Pound Puppy Hike is a healthy win-win situation for guests and shelter animals alike," said Red Mountain Spa General Manager, Tracey Welsh. "The puppies will be rewarded with additional hours of playtime and Red Mountain's guests will feel good about sharing their fitness time with a cuddly four-legged friend."

The Pound Puppy Hike is part of Red Mountain's inclusive package with offerings such as daily morning guided hikes and awareness walks, healthy gourmet cuisine, complimentary bike rental and high-speed Internet service, unlimited fitness classes, healthy living classes, cooking demonstrations and full use of resort facilities. The Pound Puppy Hike is available year-round every Wednesday morning. Guests gather at the Spa and are then escorted by professional outdoor guides to Ivins City No-Kill Animal Shelter. A shelter staff member will provide a leash and assign a friendly puppy or dog to each Pound Puppy Hike participant. The joyful jaunts, emphasized by happy wagging tails, traverse three to four miles (approximately 1.5 hours of hiking) through St. George Valley and Padre Canyon. Guests are also supplied with doggie treats for their hiking buddy.

Guests who opt to adopt their new friend will be assisted by the knowledgeable staff at Red Mountain Spa in making travel arrangements home.

To learn more about the Pound Puppy Hike or arrange a stay at Red Mountain Spa, visit Red Mountain Spa (http://www. redmountainspa. com) (book on-line and save five percent) or call toll-free 877.246.HIKE or direct 435.673.4905.

Red Mountain Spa, nestled in the red rock bluffs of Snow Canyon State Park in Southwest Utah and a picturesque two-hour drive from Las Vegas, is an extraordinary fitness and health destination featuring outdoor adventure, luxurious pampering and one of the most extensive hiking programs in the Southwest. Highlights include the Sagestone Spa & Salon offering more than 50 treatments and services, many incorporating indigenous ingredients. Specializing in outdoor adventure fitness programs for all levels, Red Mountain Spa has been named as one of the World's Greatest Hotels, Resorts + Spas by Travel + Leisure and one of the Top Spas by Condé Nast Traveler, Allure magazine and Forbes. com; named a Top Five Destination Spa by Women's Health magazine…as seen on NBC's TODAY Show; and designated a Top Detox Spa by USA Today, About. com and Healing Lifestyles & Spas. Red Mountain Spa is also the recipient of Six Luxury SpaFinder Reader's Choice Awards and voted Top Destination Spa and Top Spa for Traveling Solo in Spa Magazine's Silver Sage Readers' Choice Awards 2007. Celebrating its 10th anniversary and ownership by Phoenix-based Pivotal Group, Red Mountain is located at 1275 E. Red Mountain Circle, St. George, Utah 84738. For reservations call toll-free:877.246.HIKE, direct: 435.673.4905, or visit the Web site, Red Mountain Spa (http://www. redmountainspa. com).

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Development Dialogues Announces November Seminar and Distinguished Faculty

Development Dialogues Announces November Seminar and Distinguished Faculty

Development Dialogues announces its November conference for hospital and health care fundraising. In the aftermath of the Wall Street economic collapse, hospital and healthcare institutions are facing fundraising constraints. This seminar will provide training on health focus on how to make the "Ask" for donor gifts to the hospital and health care institution. Development Dialogues is proud to host distinguished national experts who will lead this fall conference in Chicago, IL. Please see http://www. developmentdialogues. com for conference information.

Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) October 10, 2008

Development Dialogues announces its November conference for hospital and health care fundraising. In the aftermath of the Wall Street economic collapse, hospital and healthcare institutions are facing fundraising constraints. This seminar will provide training on health focus on how to make the "Ask" for donor gifts to the hospital and health care institution. Development Dialogues is proud to host distinguished national experts who will lead this fall conference in Chicago, IL. Please see http://www. developmentdialogues. com for conference information.

Major Gift Programs: Making the Ask for Health will be led by a team of fundraising experts: Bob Duckworth, Vice President/Executive Director of St. Joseph's/Candler Foundations in Savannah, GA; Marcy Heim, CFRE, independent consultant and former VP of UW Foundation; Terry Newmyer, Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer at Florida Hospital Foundation in Orlando; and Steven A. Reed, President of Marketing Partners, Inc. an integrated performance improvement firm based in St. Joseph, Michigan and Orlando, will team up to bring this session. This seminar will take place at the Chicago Marriott at Medical District UIC from November 10-12, 2008.

Terry Newmyer, Senior Vice President and Chief Development Officer at Florida Hospital Foundation, stated, "Creating effective fundraising teams is all about knowing how to enlist the right people in the right situation at the right time." Terry Newmyer has applied Malcolm Gladwell's concept of the Tipping Point at Florida Hospital in Orlando. Terry will partner with Steven A. Reed, of Marketing Partners, to present both the theory and their actual experience in putting the concept to work for fundraising.

Development Dialogues is pleased to host these highly regarded experts. "This is going to be a very exciting seminar," said Melanie Vlaich Conference Coordinator. "The faculty members are outstanding professionals and have been highly successful in raising significant major gifts for health care institutions and causes. In this time of economic uncertainty and challenge, fundraising for hospitals and healthcare is crucial."

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New Trade Newsletter and Website for Low Carb Industry Announced at CarbAware Conference

New Trade Newsletter and Website for Low Carb Industry Announced at CarbAware Conference

Low Carb Insider to be the new brand for business to business media resources from the creators of Low Carb Luxury

Washington, DC (PRWEB) September 16, 2004

Lora Ruffner and Neil Beaty, founders of Low Carb Luxury, announced today plans to launch a trade eNewsletter and Website, Low Carb Insider, to deliver news, information and opinion on the low and reduced carbohydrate industry. The website, www. lcinsider. com will go live 11/1/04. The first issue of the Low Carb Insider twice-monthly e-newsletter will be available 11/15/04/04. Updates on late breaking news will be provided intermittently. Subscriptions to the service will be available for $249 year.

As creators and editors of Low Carb Luxury, the premiere consumer website on low and reduced carb living, Lora and Neil are uniquely situated to produce an industry publication. The two are nationally recognized experts in the field. The LowCarbLuxury. com website receives over 1,000,000 visitors per day and Low Carb Luxury Magazine, an online publication delivered monthly, has over 100,000 subscribers.

“Because Low Carb Luxury has always strived to be a liaison between industry and consumer, this is a logical step for us.” said Lora Ruffner, CEO of Low Carb Luxury, Inc. “We’re in a good position to deliver all the relevant industry information.”

Low Carb Insider is being launched and produced in conjunction with Anichris, Inc., a California based marketing and consulting firm.

About Low Carb Luxury: Low Carb Luxury was founded in 1999 and is a privately held corporation based in Xenia, OH. The Low Carb Luxury website and magazine are considered the preeminent resources for consumers seeking information on low and reduced carbohydrate living. The magazine has over 100,000 subscribers and the website receives over 1,000, 000 visitors a day. The companyÂ’s owners, Lora Ruffner and Neil Beaty, are nationally recognized experts in the field of low and reduced carbohydrate health and nutrition. In addition to consumer and trade media, Low Carb Luxury provides consulting service to the industry.

About Anichris, Inc.:

Anichris was founded in 2004 and is a privately held corporation based in Half Moon Bay, CA. The Company, a marketing and consulting firm, produces and designs magazines, newsletters and websites for clients and provides strategic sales and marketing services including research. Production projects include CarbLite, Handheld Computing and Digital Camera Magazines and www. pdabuzz. com. Professional Service clients include Sony, Microsoft and Dell.

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