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Study comparisons of exacerbations of Asthma & COPD

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 20:27:29 +0000

SMI is proud to present the 8th annual conference…
Asthma & COPD
Monday 16th & Tuesday 17th April 2012, Copthorne Tara Hotel, London

/EINPresswire.com/ SMi present their 8th annual Asthma & COPD event to be held in London on Monday 16th & Tuesday 17th of Apil 2012. Building on the success of our previous Asthma & COPD, and COPD: Novel Therapeutics and Management Strategies events, this year will see an elite panel of speakers drawn for both industry and academia.

The successful combination of academic KOLs and leading senior big Pharma speakers offers an ideal and comprehensive platform for the study of both Asthma & COPD.

The similarities between the two conditions are juxtoposed with the subtle and important differences. Both pose unique and complex challenges, and these differences must be identified and isolated. As respiratory research continues to grow and prosper this event contributes further towards the understanding of how they can be dealt with in a successful and cost effective manner.

This event offers an ideal platform for those who have recently moved in to respiratory studies as well as established professionals. This is an opportunity to network with the leading protagonists in the field and to learn from their knowledge and experience as well as to share your own.

Key Speakers Include:

•Professor Peter Barnes, Head of Respiratory Medicine, Imperial College School of Medicine
•Professor Sebastian Johnston, Professor of Adult Respiratory Medicine, Imperial College School of Medicine
•Professor Wisia Wedzicha, Professor Respiratory Medicine, University College London
•Stefano Petruzzelli, Head, Respiratory Medicine Unit Corporate Clinical Development, Chiesi Farmaceutici
•Thys van der Molen, Professor of Primary Care Respiratory Medicine, University of Groningen University Medical Centre Groningen Centre for Medical Biomics
•Louise Donnelly, Reader in Respiratory Cell Biology, National Heart & Lung Institute

>>> To view the full programme and speakers visit our website http://www.smi-online.co.uk/cancer-imaging38.asp
For more details contact Ninica Hussain on: +44 (0) 20 7827 6115
e-mail: nhussain@smi-online.co.uk

Steve Sommer, M.D., Ph.D., Founder, OncoMOTOR to Present Investor Opportunities at OneMedForum 2012

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:47:42 +0000

OncoMOTOR is a new company focused on developing highly sensitive diagnostic tests that can be used in either the doctor's office or hospital to enable the very early diagnosis of cancer.

/EINPresswire.com/San Francisco, CA - Dr. Steve Sommer will discuss investment opportunities with OncoMOTOR at OneMedForum 2012 on Wed., January 11th at 11:40 a.m., held at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel, San Francisco.

"The Company has harnessed the ability to track the effects of therapy on cancer patients, and utilizes NextGen sequencing to identify a "signature" of somatic mutations within a cancer," says Dr. Sommer. The enabling technology, invented by Dr. Sommer and licensed by OncoMOTOR, is Pyrophosphorolysis Activated Polymerization (PAP) which can often detect mutations at one part in a million or better. Personalized PAP assays can be developed to detect cancer signatures in plasma, the cellular component of blood, or another accessible tissue, and these signatures can reveal cancers anywhere in the body at sizes below the detection threshold of state of the art imaging methods, according to Dr. Sommer.

PAP assays custom designed for the cancer patient can be used for Monitoring Of Therapy Or Recurrence (MOTOR), a tool in cancer treatment.

"For detection of new cancers, a standard suite of PAP assays can be developed as an annual routine screen for cancer, a screening test which could detect most cancers at a very early and curable stage," says Dr. Sommer. "About 7000 cancer mutations should provide a signature in for 90% of tumors in the body. The combination of PAP, NextGen sequencing, and interpretation make for a powerful combination for this earlier-stage diagnostic-biotechnology company. These powerful tests can detect and quantitate any cancer type at levels generally below imaging tests....and also find new unknown cancers where most are cured by just surgery, even for common cancers now generally lethal within a year, such as lung cancer and pancreatic cancer."

OncoMOTOR is a molecular diagnostic laboratory founded in 2011 by Steve S. Sommer, MD, PhD. The core technology is Pyrophosphorolysis Activated Polymerization (PAP).

For more information call 626.804.3645

About Steve Sommer, M.D., Ph.D.
Dr. Steve Sommer, Founder and Chief Scientific Officer of OncoMOTOR is a Founding Fellow of the American College of Medical Genetics with 25 years experience in Clinical Molecular Diagnosis and over 300 scientific publications and patents. About 150 papers are on mutagenesis and cancer.

Dr. Sommer is a professor of genetics and founding member of the American College of Medical Genetics. Research and clinical preventive genetics have been the underlying focus of his research for two decades. He has more than 300 scientific publications. He has developed more than 30 methods and reagents and holds multiple patents. Dr. Sommer's honors include: election to the prestigious American Society of Clinical Investigation (ASCI) and the American Association of Physicians (AAP).

Dr. Sommer was Medical Staff Fellow at the National Institutes of Health, performing research in yeast molecular genetics and receiving residency training in Pathology and fellowship training in Clinical Genetics. He is a Founding Fellow of the American College of Medical Genetics in Clinical Genetics and in Clinical Molecular Genetics. As Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at the Mayo Clinic, he developed a suite of early PCR-based methods including GAWTS (Genomic Amplification with Transcript Sequencing), the first workable PCR-based method for performing direct human genomic sequencing, and co-developed allele-specific amplification. He applied those methods to i) the analysis of spontaneous human mutagenesis and its relation to cancer and genetic disease and ii) search for genes & predisposing to neuropsychiatric disease, especially schizophrenia and autism as these divergent biological questions were both limited by the ability to retrieve appropriate information from nucleic acids.

He moved to City of Hope in 1996, were he became Chair of the research Department of Molecular Genetics and the clinical Department of Molecular Diagnosis. From 1997 to 2006, he led the Clinical Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory (CMDL), which became one of the largest academic DNA diagnostic reference laboratories in the U.S. Dr. Sommer received his Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from Rockefeller University and his M.D. from Cornell Medical School.
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Orlando Plastic Surgeon Donating 5 Percent of Surgery Costs in October to Breast Cancer Research

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 07:09:30 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ Dr. George Pope and staff at Orlando Plastic Surgery Center raise awareness and funds during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

October has been designated as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month by various breast cancer charities across the country. The staff at Orlando Plastic Surgery Center has made a pledge to help raise awareness and critical funds for breast cancer research during this month.

Dr. George Pope, board-certified plastic surgeon in Orlando (ABPS) and lead surgeon/owner of Orlando Plastic Surgery Center, said that his practice will be donating 5 percent of the total cost of all surgeries scheduled in October to the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center of Orlando.

"Just about everyone has a friend or family member who has been affected by breast cancer," said Dr. Pope. "We are very excited to be able to help raise funds for research that will one day hopefully wipe out this disease."

Breast cancer hits close to home for one member of the Orlando Plastic Surgery Center staff in particular.

In 1994, at age 32, Lisa Crews, cosmetic surgery coordinator at Orlando Plastic Surgery Center, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer.

"The doctor ordered eight treatments of chemotherapy," said Crews.

A year following her treatment, Lisa's cancer was in remission, and she was able to undergo breast reconstruction.

Highly experienced in breast reconstruction procedures, Orlando plastic surgeon Dr. Pope was able to perform Lisa's surgery, matching her breasts sizes perfectly.

Today, Lisa inspires many women who come to Orlando Plastic Surgery Center: "I am proof that they can feel beautiful again after cancer."

"I tell them to consider breast cancer an inconvenience, and that when they finish reconstruction, they will feel as if they have climbed a mountain. Nothing makes me happier when they come back and tell me I was right."

Dr. George Pope is one of Central Florida's most sought-after plastic surgeons (he was voted to the city's list of best plastic surgeon by readers of Orlando Magazine three years in a row).

"Our patients value our high quality services, professionalism, and experience," said Dr. Pope. "We've been part of the Orlando community for over 22 years, and we are proud to give back during Breast Cancer Awareness Month."

About Orlando Plastic Surgery Center: Orlando Plastic Surgery Center is regarded as one of Central Florida's premier plastic surgery centers. Services range from Orlando rhinoplasty and nasal contouring, breast augmentation, eyelid surgery / blepharoplasty, revisionist surgery, and Orlando gynecomastia. Liposuction and tummy tuck surgeries are also offered. Dr. Pope and his staff also provide minimally invasive procedures such as laser skin resurfacing (DOT Therapy, Cutera Laser), Botox (R) injections, Latisse, Juvederm, and Restylane(R),Visit orlandoplasticsurgerycenter.com for more information and to read the company's blog. Orlando Plastic Surgery Center can also be followed on Twitter and "liked" on Facebook.

Media Contact:
Dee Brandt
Orlando Plastic Surgery Center
407.857.6261
http://www.orlandoplasticsurgerycenter.com

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LifeLine Mobile Offers Free Planning Guide for Purchasing Mobile Mammography Units

Thu, 29 Sep 2011 23:05:17 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ Much research and investigation goes into the purchase of a mobile mammography unit to facilitate community health. LifeLine Mobile, premier provider of mobile medical units since 1987, now offers a free Planning Guide to help organizations make the best decisions.

LifeLine Mobile, premier provider of mobile medical units, now offers a free Planning Guide to help medical professionals and community outreach organizers choose the best mobile medical units to bring their services to the communities that need them. Committed to innovation, technology and ongoing research, LifeLine Mobile has the products and information to help decisionmakers use funds wisely.

When a community needs women's health services, a mobile mammography unit is often top priority. The free Planning Guide can save hundreds of hours of research time by educating decision makers about why mobile mammography units make sense, what considerations need to be taken into account for the venture, questions that should be asked during the planning phase and how to design the unit for optimal use.

"LifeLine Mobile has a team of professionals who can assist community outreach programs in choosing the mobile medical unit that best fits their needs," summarizes Lee Guse, with LifeLine Mobile. "Ordering this free Planning Guide will give you a step up in the research and planning portion of the task at hand and readies you to start making real strides in your community."

Guse also stresses the importance of an educated decision when purchasing a mobile mammography unit or any other medical unit. This Planning Guide is a comprehensive resource to facilitate making the best and most fiscally responsible decisions for health professionals and community organizers.

LifeLine Mobile offers all types of mobile medical units, including mobile dental health units, laboratories, medical imaging, blood donation, research and much more. Additionally, they offer true telemedicine capabilities and can outfit the unit with the technology needed to provide the best services off-site and transfer data effectively or provide results as needed.

"What we offer is truly cutting edge," adds Guse. "And we are always amidst development of newer and better technologies that help community health providers bring services to underserved communities. It's something we are really proud to be a part of."

To learn more about LifeLine Mobile and all the mobile medical options they provide or to obtain the free Planning Guide, visit http://www.lifelinemobile.com/index.html.

About LifeLine Mobile:

LifeLine Mobile is a premier manufacturer of mobile medical units for health care since 1987, including mobile medical imaging, mammography, community health clinics, mobile mammography, laboratories, dental and more. They are committed to ongoing research and development to meet the needs of the medical professionals they help.

Media Contact:
Lee Guse
LifeLine Mobile
1.800.678.5463
http://lifelinemobile.com/

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Denver Personal Injury Firm Sponsors "Save the Twins" Breast Cancer Awareness Ride

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:15:15 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ Motorcycle safety advocate and Denver attorney Daniel R. Rosen is proud to support Mountain Shadow Riders in the fight against breast cancer.

The Law Offices of Daniel R. Rosen will be sponsoring the 11th consecutive "Save the Twins" Breast Cancer Awareness Ride in Colorado Springs on Saturday, October 1, 2011.

This local tradition is hosted by Mountain Shadow Riders, the Colorado Springs Chapter of Women On Wheels(R), a women's biker club whose mission is "to unite all women motorcycle enthusiasts for recreation, education, mutual support, recognition, and to promote a positive image of motorcycling."

The club hopes to connect riders and community members from every walk of life in the fight against breast cancer. "About 12% of women in the US will develop breast cancer over the course of their life," says Denver personal injury lawyer Daniel R. Rosen. "My family, like millions of other families, has been touched by this horrible disease. I am proud my firm could be part of such a worthwhile event."

Rosen, who has been riding for over 30 years, has advocated for motorcyclists and promoted motorcycle safety for decades.

The event is open to the public, with participants asked to make a $10 donation. All bikes and other forms of transportation are welcome. All proceeds go to the local affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and the Breast Cancer Network of Strength.

The ride kicks off at 8 a.m. at the Western Omelette (16 S. Walnut Street, Colorado Springs), and culminates with a celebration at 2:30 p.m. at Stargazers Theatre (10 S. Parkside Drive, Colorado Springs).

Put your helmet on. We hope to see you there!

Click here for more information, or to make a donation.

The Law Offices of Daniel R. Rosen is a personal injury law firm with offices throughout Colorado. Daniel R. Rosen, firm owner and attorney, has over 25 years of experience handling tens of thousands of car accident, motorcycle accident, and personal injury cases. He personally handles every single case that comes across his desk. For more information, please contact the Law Offices of Daniel R. Rosen, 1400 16th Street, Suite 400, Denver, CO 80202, (303) 454-8000.

Media Contact:
Tracie Finn
Law Offices Of Daniel R. Rosen
(303) 454-8000
http://www.danielrrosen.com/denver-accident-attorney/

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The Highest Quality Cordyceps In New Zealand

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 16:09:37 +0000

Researchers with Health Choice Limited are now offering a new supplement called Cordysen, which contains a powerful formula of raw Cordyceps extract to increase health and vitality.

/EINPresswire.com/ July 20, 2011--Researchers with Health Choice Limited are now offering a new supplement called Cordysen, which contains a powerful formula of raw Cordyceps extract to increase health and vitality. Cordyceps is a rare Eastern herb that has been used for centuries to revitalize energy, treat illness and improve overall wellbeing. Health Choice Limited is a New Zealand based company that specializes in the finest quality organic supplements promoting optimum health. Not only is research now confirming Cordyceps' ability to treat some of today's top health concerns, but Cordysen also utilizes the highest quality of Cordyceps available in New Zealand.

Scientific research conducted using Cordyceps sinensis extract confirms a number of benefits Cordyceps has been used to treat over many centuries. Cordyceps was originally discovered by Tibetan yak herders; they claimed their herds showed improved energy after consuming Cordyceps. After its discovery, the herb's reputation grew until in became widely known healing herb. Studies now confirm its energizing properties, as well as other advantages.

Currently, Cordyceps is achieving recognition in the medical community for its potential use in cancer treatments due to its proven anti-cancer and anti-tumor properties. It is even being considered as an alternative to radiation therapy, chemotherapy and other traditional cancer treatment methods. Further research concludes that Cordyceps also regulates blood sugar levels in those with insulin resistance, normalizes cholesterol and blood pressure levels, and also improves liver, kidney and lung function. Additionally, the healing compounds found in Cordyceps are noted to boost the immune system, recover energy and physical strength, promote anti-aging effects, fight free radical damage, and relieve symptoms associated with respiratory illness.

Furthermore, Health Choice Limited is the only company that sells raw Cordyceps extract. Competing Cordyceps supplements are powder forms that use no more than 5% polysaccharides. On the other hand, Cordysen uses significantly higher portions of polysaccharides, which is the main active compound in Cordyceps. In fact, Cordysen contain 40% polysaccharides, making it highly effective and unparalleled in quality and potency.

For more information: http://cordysen.co.nz/

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Revolutionary Healthcare Concept Fills Critical Niche

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:29:07 +0000

What about the other 23 hours?

/EINPresswire.com/ Wilmington DE: Advances in awareness, early detection, prevention and the treatment of cancer mean cancer survival rates are increasing according to National Cancer Institute Cancer Trends Progress Report . However, nationally, we continue to fall short of the Dept HHS Healthy People 2010 targets. The role of formal and informal support groups as a vehicle to improve patient outcomes as part of the total treatment experience are well documented and generally acknowledged by health care professionals. Despite these findings fewer than half of diagnosed patients in some studies were given information about support groups.
Combining the efficacy of support groups and the explosive popularity of social networking a revolutionary new company has emerged to fill a critical niche in the treatment of chronic disease. Team Health Inc.is pleased to announce the launch of www.OurHomeGame.com, a 24/7, on-demand, video driven, high touch health coaching platform. Ourhomegame.com supports and delivers research based education and information that enhances patient compliance and manages patient expectations. This, in turn, actually strengthens the collaborative relationship between primary care physician, specialist, complimentary care, patient, family and community support. And does so in a way that is engaging, interactive and personalized.

Founder of Our Home Game.com Steve White, states "It is not unusual to feel that you are the only person who has experienced the pain you are feeling, particularly if you are going through the transition of emotional and physical changes caused by the onset of symptoms. Above all, it is our opinion that the most important thing patients with a serious or life threatening disease can have is support." Our Home Game is a company dedicated to the healthy and meaningful adaptation to living with a debilitating disease. The company currently addresses a niche in the market place that has been previously left to the individual who had been diagnosed with the disease.

Many times it's the uncertainty that patients have that can make things worse than they need to be. Unfortunately, there generally is not a comprehensive guidebook provided to patients who are diagnosed. The Physician generally gives the patient the bad news and perhaps a pamphlet with an apology, then refers them to a different doctor. "People need compassion, connection and understanding. Patients need certainty and direction. Our Home Game was designed to assist these patients in designing a life outside the doctor's visits. If a patient sees his or her doctor an hour a day, our question is-what are they doing with the other 23 hours? The company provides 24/7 support and coaching for those in need. A big part of the battle is expectations. Patients can demonstrate tremendous resilience when they understand what to expect." Continues White. For further information, visit www.ourhomegame.com

Press Contact:
Troy Bohlke
10 Day Publicity
480-584-2909
www.10daypublicity.com

Naturopathic Doctor and Counselor Release Podcast on Sleep Health

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 17:28:19 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ Clinicians Lucky Bennett, N.D. and Jacques de Broekert, M.Ed., CPT of Natural Horizons Wellness Centers release latest podcast discussing implications of sleep on driving, alcoholism, weight gain, and major diseases like cancer as well as several tips on how to improve overall sleep health.

Lucky Bennett, ND is the guest interviewed in the latest podcast hosted by Jacques de Broekert, M.Ed., CPT. Both are clinicians at Natural Horizons Wellness Center, an alternative treatment center, in Northern Virginia. Together they discuss sleep, why we do not get enough, and how to overcome sleep problems for better overall health.

Broekert starts the podcast by saying, "You know, from a health perspective and a mental health perspective [sleep is] kind of low on the totem pole because it's not productive, and that's kind of what I think we kind of all see it as, not productive. So it takes a back seat to everything else."

Bennett goes on to explain that the result of sleep taking a back seat is devastating because sleep is when the body repairs itself physically and psychologically. When asked if sleep deprivation can be made up in a night or two of good sleep Bennett responds, "I see people really noticing a difference over the course of a month or two or three."

The podcast, titled Sleep and Your Health, discusses how to get more and better sleep, how being sleep deprived behind the wheel is like drunk driving, how lack of sleep contributes to cancer and other diseases, and why lack of sleep leads to binging and weight gain.

Though Natural Horizons Wellness Center is known, among other things, as an alternative cancer treatment center specializing in integrative medical practices such as alternative breast cancer treatment and IPT cancer treatment, Natural Horizons staffs many specialists in various disciplines to treat a variety of conditions.

All podcasts hosted by Broekert, as wells as full podcast transcripts, can be found on the Natural Horizons Center's website.

Media Contact:
Bonnie Coberly
Natural Horizons Wellness Center
(703) 246-9355
http://www.nhwellnesscenters.com

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Local Surgeon Pioneers Adipose Derived Stem Cell Technology For Regenerative Surgery

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 12:56:12 +0000

Dr. Jeffrey Hartog of The Adrecyte Regenerative Medicine and Surgery Center is the first surgeon in Central Florida to use a form of ADRC therapy for breast reconstruction and other fat grafting surgeries.

ORLANDO, FL--- Dr. Jeffrey Hartog is one of the first surgeons to recognize the value of Adipose Derived stem cell technology in Aesthetic procedures in Orlando. Hartog opened the first multi-disciplinary regenerative medicine facility, in Central Florida to "provide state-of-the-art therapies based primarily on Adipose Derived Regenerative Cells (ADRC) that are present in fat removed by liposuction," explains Dr. Hartog. While ADRC therapy is under review by the FDA, Dr. Hartog is still seeing the benefits of these fat derived regenerative cells in currently approved fat grafting procedures for breast reconstruction and other fat grafting surgeries.

Adipose Derived Regenerative Cell (ADRC) therapy has already been approved in Europe for regenerative therapies and holds promise for treatment of radiation wounds and other poorly healing wounds, as well as potential cardiac uses in the future. Dr. Hartog sees great potential in harvesting the body's own fat tissue to extract valuable stem cells. Fat tissue is "the richest source of these cells in the human body, richer even than bone marrow. One of the main benefits of using an individual's own ADRC's is that the risks associated with using tissue from someone else are eliminated, and the controversies associated with fetal stem cells are avoided".

Dr. Hartog's passion for ARDC stems from his philosophy that the " goal of Regenerative Medicine is to harness and focus the body's own natural healing and regenerative cell mechanisms to restore the structure and function of damaged tissues and organs, and to find ways to improve previously untreatable injuries and diseases." His vision for ARDC took Dr. Hartog to La Jolla, CA to the First Annual Clinical Meeting of Cell Society February 18-19 where world leaders from plastic surgery, regenerative medicine, neurology, urology, ophthalmology, cardiology, dermatology, and related disciplines will gather to discuss the research and future of adult stem cell therapies around the world (cellsociety.org).

Media contact:
Dr. Jeffrey Hartog
The Adrecyte Regenerative Medicine and Surgery Center
http://adrecyte.com/
info@adrecyte.com
4355 Bear Gully Road
Winter Park, Fl 32792
321-282-0561
Fax: 321-282-0565

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"Any Woman Competition" Seeks Nominees To Expand Canada Beauty Standards To Reflect Inner Beauty

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 08:50:36 +0000

Canada fashion companies Fashion Has No Borders, Toronto Fashion Incubator and Ben Barry Agency partner to sponsor a contest focused on celebrating women, entitled, "Any Woman Competition."

MISSISSAUGA, ON -- Recognizing the need in today's society to celebrate and promote only a woman's exterior beauty, Fashion Has No Borders, Toronto Fashion Incubator, and the Ben Barry Agency have partnered to sponsor a new type of Canada beauty contest called the Any Woman Competition. Instead of focusing on how a woman looks strutting down a runway in a bathing suit or evening gown, the Any Woman Competition is open to any woman over the age of 18 who wishes to display her inner beauty, talent, philosophy, and elegance.

The competition's key message is that, "Any Woman Can Change Tomorrow, Today." This phrase, coupled with the inner beauty focus of the competition, encourages the empowerment of women while helping the younger generation realize there is strength and beauty in self-worth and self-confidence. The contest is being run nationwide, with four main hubs of entries: Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, and Toronto.

The Any Woman Competition began in Calgary in 2009, and has quickly garnered national recognition. The prizes for the winner of the 2011 competition include a one year contract with the Ben Barry Agency, the national title, an all-inclusive trip for two to Breezes Resort & Spa compliments of SuperClubs, the Any Woman bracelet designed by Holly Allan Designs, a professional photo shoot, a four piece luggage set, a professional wardrobe consultation, being featured in national advertising, and much more. The first and second winners receive a plaque and cash award, and all participants receive an award for being nominated.

"We are looking forward to seeing the nominees start pouring in for the 2011 Any Woman Competition. It's a great feeling to be involved in an event that is so empowering to women, encouraging them to have confidence in their own abilities and show the nation that beauty means so much more than physical beauty alone," stated Clara Northcott of Northcott Communications (http://www.anywoman.ca.)

Having three of the best known business icons in Canada fashion, Fashion Has No Borders, Toronto Fashion Incubator and the Ben Barry Agency, associated with the competition lends even greater importance and credibility to the event. These companies have missions that include empowering and celebrating women of all backgrounds, body shapes, ages and abilities, which fully support the competition's main focus.

"If you know a woman who you feel fits the ideal of 'Changing Tomorrow, Today,' head to our website and nominate her. The companies involved in sponsoring the competition are looking for real women: sisters, friends, mothers, daughters. If there's a woman you know that helps change people's lives for the better, we want to hear her story," concluded Northcott.

Full details on the prizes and contest rules can be found at: http://www.anywoman.ca/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=48&Itemid=2

About Any Woman:
Any Woman moves beyond clothes, makeup, and hairstyles to show the world the strength and true beauty that emanates from within confident, amazing women. An organization dedicated to empowering women, they are proud to have created an event that promotes a healthy sense of self-worth.

Media Contact:
Clara Northcott
Northcott Communications
102-1055 Southdown Road
Mississauga, ON L5J 0A3
416-562-5900
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CIGNA Foundation awards grant to suppot Affordable Breast Cancer Screening in South Florida

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 09:11:26 +0000

The CIGNA Foundation has formed a partnership with the South Florida Cancer Association to support early detection breast cancer screening to women residing in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It is the first year that the program has received CIGNA Foundation funding to support its work on this important health issue, and in recognition of the excellence of the program.

Miami, Florida / February 7, 2011 - The CIGNA Foundation has awarded a $5,000 one-year grant to the South Florida Cancer Association to support Project SCREEN, a program that provides early detection breast cancer screening to women residing within the underserved and economically disadvantaged areas of Miami Dade County. It is the first year that the program has received CIGNA Foundation funding to support its work on this important health issue, and in recognition of the excellence of the program.

"The CIGNA Foundation supports charitable organizations that encourage people to actively engage in their health and provide the services people need to help improve health. We are impressed by the South Florida Cancer Association's commitment to help low-income women get early preventive care, and are pleased to have the opportunity to support Project SCREEN," says Gianna Jackson, Executive Director of the CIGNA Foundation.

Funding from the CIGNA Foundation will make available affordable or no cost early detection breast cancer screening to women who otherwise would be denied access to it. Project SCREEN will: 1) make available affordable early detection cancer screening; 2) provide follow up testing and additional screening if necessary; 3) provide transportation to and from screening and treatment if required; and 4) provide child-care services during screening.

Since July of 2009, the South Florida Cancer Association through Project SCREEN, has provided more than 1,000 women with affordable early detection of breast cancer.

Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women in the U.S., and the leading single cause of death overall in women between the ages of 40 and 55. Every year sees an increase in the number of new cases of breast cancer as well as the number of those whose lives breast cancer has claimed. Nationwide, there is a new diagnosis every three minutes and a death from breast cancer every fourteen minutes. While advances have been made in prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure, early detection still affords the best opportunity for successful treatment. Programs such as Project SCREEN help ensure that those women who live in our economically disadvantaged communities have access to early detection of breast cancer.

"We are proud that the CIGNA Foundation shares our mission and has chosen to support our program. Our partnership with CIGNA allows our organization to be able to reach out and empower more of the underserved women within our communities in becoming proactive with their breast health," says Mr. Eddie Dutton, Executor Director of the South Florida Cancer Association.

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Eddie Dutton
786-319-6912
http://www.sflca.org/

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"The Perfect Breakfast Club Pioneers Delicious Daily Detox Drink"

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 17:10:15 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ We all know that we are what we eat. We also are well aware, for the most part, that Americans rank in the highest category for those who are prone to obesity, or abnormal weight gain. Our diets reflect this mantra, which can be easily understood merely by driving down the road in any major city and counting how many fast food chains that you pass on by. Or, for that matter, by glancing at how many aisles of junk food populate our supermarkets and convenience stores. It should then come as no surprise that obesity and toxicity related diseases - such as heart disease and diabetes - remain on the top ten lists of killers in the US annually. But, a naturopathic innovator in Phoenix, Arizona is helping Americans rethink how we eat, how we view raw foods and namely: How we can get our bodies back on track daily by incorporating the Perfect Breakfast.

The Perfect Breakfast is the first ever four-year clinical and field tested daily detoxification drink that is safe for the entire family to use. It was designed and has been proven to promote healthy weight maintenance for adults and children, improve digestive health, increase energy, reduce junk food cravings, improve mental clarity and allow for the body to gently and efficiently flush out many of the toxic substances that we are exposed to every day. The Perfect Breakfast provides a healthy alternative to traditional breakfasts that cause many people to experience the common mid-morning energy crash. It also provides education for those who want to continue to learn how to take their health to the next level by joining The Perfect Breakfast Club, which they can access by entering their e-mail into The Perfect Breakfast Club's 'Join Now' field, located on their website (www.theperfectbreakfastclub.com).

The creator of the Perfect Breakfast, Dr. Peter Smith, a Phoenix-based naturopath, offers some insight on how his newest innovation fared when undergoing clinical trials. "During the clinical trials for this supplement many of the users stated they experienced these fantastic results, which included: Weight loss, increased energy, an easy way to get their children the nutrients they need (and it tasted great for them), they felt full for five hours, they experienced greatly reduced food cravings, improved digestive health and a more efficient immune system," Smith states.

The name of this detoxification supplement really does speak accolades for the majority of society that can use it to their advantage. It's the first ever daily detoxification and energy drink for the entire family. It also provides a healthy, easy way to get the kids or the picky significant other to enjoy taking their daily dose of nutrients derived from raw fruits and vegetables, and there is no complaining because it smells and tastes great.

Dr. Smith sums it up in one sentence that really pinpoints how amazing this revolutionary new daily supplement truly is, "Green never tasted so good!" Smith further adds some more insight by stating, "This is, by far, the easy way to detox every day. It allows for you to give your family the best chance at having a great day that is filled with energy and zest for life. No more feeling guilty about what you eat for breakfast. If you are looking for one thing to improve your health that provides amazing results, then the Perfect Breakfast is for you."

To make your breakfast the Perfect Breakfast, join the club by visiting: www.theperfectbreakfastclub.com.

About:
Over the past four years, the makers of the Perfect Breakfast, Body Green, has been dedicated to providing the highest quality supplements and education for individuals who want to take their health to the next level without making hard-to-implement drastic changes in daily routines. Body Green believes in small changes that provide huge results. The company stands firm on its mission to aid Americans in the ongoing national effort to rethink the way we eat. Body Green has partnered with www.theactionfoundation.org, which provides afterschool exercise programs and healthy eating education for kids - of which Body Green donates $1 US for every bag sold - has propelled Body Green towards the goal of eliminating childhood obesity and stopping the unnecessary health problems that can be avoided by consuming the proper recommended allotments of daily vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidant-rich super foods that improve digestive health and work to purge toxicity from the body.

Keywords: Detox, Supplement, Weight Loss, Meal replacement, Digestive health, raw food, Detoxification Supplements, , immune

Press contact information:
Troy Bohlke
10 Day Publicity
Phone: (480)584-2909
Address: 4110 N. Scottsdale Rd. Suite 315, Scottsdale AZ, 85251
Email: theperfectbreakfastclub@gmail.com

Website URL: www.theperfectbreakfastclub.com

Summary:
The Perfect Breakfast is the first ever four-year clinical and field tested daily detoxification drink that is safe for the entire family to use as a daily meal replacement and detoxification supplement.

Food Manufacturers Get Proactive against BPA

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 15:15:09 +0000

Nov. 3, 2010 /EIN Presswire/ -- Health officials from many nations continued to reach a consensus in Toronto about the safety of the chemical Bisphenol A (BPA) in food packaging, but the food industry already seems to have come up with its verdict: ditch it.

The UN health agency convened the meeting in Canada, the nation that has done the most so far to limit the use of BPA in food packaging. Authorities will continue their sessions here all week.

Meanwhile, some of the world's biggest food companies are moving toward the elimination of BPA from cans and other food packages, prompted by consumer concerns that BPA can cause heart disease, cancer and other illnesses.

The world's biggest food manufacturer, Nestle, has announced it will stop putting BPA into U.S. products within three years. Heinz says it is at "an advanced stage" in removing BPA from U.K. baby food. General Mills already has eliminated BPA from some products, while Campbell has undertaken significant research.

BPA toughens the packaging of many tins, glass jars and plastic bottles and the casings of electronics gadgets such as TVs, mobile phones and laptop computers.

Many scientists believe BPA is a risk for breast and prostate cancer, heart disease, brain retardation, impotence and infertility because of hormonal affects.

So far the European Union's Food Safety Agency has continued to defend BPA as safe, while the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has expressed some concerns.

More than 20 US states have introduced legislation to restrict BPA use.

For more food industry news, visit Food Industry Today (http://food.einnews.com), a food industry media monitoring service from EIN News.

Gedalias Offers Healthier Alternatives in Honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 05:36:40 +0000

This October, in honor of all women and families affected by breast cancer, Gedalias is announcing their offering of goat sausage as a less fatty and healthier alternative to pork. A low fat diet can reduce the chances of producing more estrogen in fatty cells. Gedalias is making eating a diet lower in fat more delicious.

With October being Breast Cancer Awareness month, Gedalias wants to help women lower their chances of breast cancer with goat sausage. The link between the increased production of estrogen in fatty cells has spurred Gedalias to offer goat meat to the public since it is healthier and lower in fat than most other meat choices.

Doctors recommend maintaining a healthy weight as well as limiting fat from diets, among staying active, and limiting alcohol as ways to prevent breast cancer. The decrease in fat decreases the risk of invasive breast cancer. Goat meat just happens to have lower fat than even chicken, making it a great substitute.

"Simple things like eating goat sausage for breakfast instead of pork sausage or even bacon are small ways women (and even men) can help prevent breast cancer and other diseases," says Lee Feigon with Gedalias. "Our customers who buy goat meat are already reaping the benefits of a healthier diet."

Goat meat is lower in calories, fat, and saturated fat than chicken, beef, pork, and lamb. This lean meat helps promote a healthy lifestyle without sacrificing delicious foods. Those concerned with lowering cholesterol for heart health, among a long list of other conditions, should buy goat meat for its many health benefits.

"For those new to goat meat, we have recipes on our website to get you started. It's really rather simple. Just prepare and cook like you would chicken, pork, or beef. Many find that they like goat meat better anyway. Its win-win for their taste buds and the body," continues Feigon.

To learn more about goat sausage and goat meat or to find recipes, visit gedaliascompany.com.

About Gedalias Company
Gedalias Company raises goat meat for sale on 1400 acres in Northern Maine. As the largest goat farm in the Northeast, they pride themselves in providing all natural goat meat to the public looking to buy goat meat to make their meals a little healthier.

Media Contact:
Lee Feigon
207-956-0771
lnfeigon@gmail.com
http://www.gedaliascompany.com

PR courtesy of Online PR Media: http://www.onlineprnews.com

October 17-24, 2010 is Radon Awareness Week. Radon Mitigator Jamey Gelina Urges Families to Test

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 12:18:28 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ Radon gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer reports the Centers for Disease Control. Health agencies throughout the United States are urging Americans to test their homes for this deadly gas during National Radon Awareness Week. This year, the week of October 17-24 has been designated as the week to take action against radon.

About a year ago, The World Health Organization announced a new action level of 2.7 pCi/l for indoor radon. This is a 32% reduction from the previously accepted limit of 4.0. This new guideline was prompted by a recent compilation of studies submitted by scientists throughout the World which conclusively point to radon as the second leading cause of lung cancer next to smoking. Based on the new 2.7 threshold, millions of homes will require radon remediation work to reduce radon levels.

Each year, hundreds of thousands of deaths throughout the World are caused by exposure to radon. This new plan of action by the World Health Organization will save millions of lives by prompting homeowners toward radon reduction. More than 100 scientists from 30 countries participated in the World Health Organization International Radon Project and assisted in the publishing of the Handbook on Indoor Radon which was released earlier this month. The book is a useful resource for concerned homeowners or anyone who wants to learn more about the toxic carcinogen known as radon. It outlines the years of research and the very conclusive findings that have triggered a push for stricter legislation and construction practices that will reduce the risk of lung cancer from indoor radon exposure.

"All homes should be tested for radon regardless of the geographic location or type of construction. Since radon gas cannot be detected by human senses, the only way to know if a home has a radon problem is to conduct the test," according to Jamey Gelina, President of Air Quality Control Agency; one of North America's leading radon mitigation companies. His Agency has fixed radon problems in over 20,000 buildings and houses. "We have performed mitigation work for countless families who have been victims of radon-induced lung cancer which could have been prevented if they had been advised of radon testing before they purchased their homes," Mr. Gelina added. Jamey has worked with homeowners across the country to help them reduce their exposure to radon including Colorado, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. "Radon problems are not isolated to these areas. Elevated radon levels have been found in every state in the U.S." Gelina added.

The good news is that radon testing is easy and inexpensive. When elevated levels are detected, there are proven remediation methods that can reduce the radon to acceptable levels. Take advantage of Radon Awareness Week (October 17th - October 24th, 2010) as an opportunity to get your home tested for this silent killer. The health of your family could be at risk, and the only way to know is to test. Learn more about radon gas, the health effects associated with exposure, and how to reduce the levels within your home at http://RadonWeek.WordPress.com/