Thursday, March 28, 2002

Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center Opens Woodlawn Family Health Center

Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center Opens Woodlawn Family Health Center

Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center, in the Bronx, New York, has opened a new community based family health center that specializes in healthcare for women and children.

(PRWEB) May 19, 2004

Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center has opened a new community based family health center in the Bronx, New York, that specializes in healthcare for women and children.

The new Woodlawn Family Health Center provides comprehensive, accessible, quality health care to residents of the Bronx,” said Leonard Newman MD, Chairman of Pediatrics at Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center. “The center offers services in obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics and hospice care with a special commitment to medically underserved individuals and families.”

“Obstetrics and gynecology services are available for women of all ages at the center, which include comprehensive prenatal care, preventive health screenings and general gynecology,” said Dr. Kevin D. Reilly, Chairman of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Our Lady of Mercy. “Convenient follow-up for all sub-specialty consultations and ultrasound and radiology studies will be arranged.”

Pediatric services for newborns, infants, children and adolescents are also provided at the Woodlawn Family Health Center.

“The center encourages the healthy growth and development of children by emphasizing the importance of healthy lifestyles and educating parents and children on safety and accident prevention,” said Dr. Newman.

Pediatric sub-specialties include treatment for asthma, infections, heart ailments, diabetes/hypertension, endocrinology, pediatric surgery, pediatric ENT, chronic pulmonology, intestinal problems and dental care. Family Health Center Pediatricians are also available for problems that require prompt attention, such as fever, earaches and injuries, as well as preventive checkups, school physicals and immunizations. 

Hospice Services are an integral part of the centerÂ’s community oriented medical programs. In order to meet the needs of a growing elderly population in the Bronx, the hospice program provides comfort and support to patients and their families when a life-limiting illness no longer responds to cure-oriented treatments. As part of the hospice program, the center also provides a variety of bereavement and counseling services to families.

An on-site full service laboratory ensures that accurate test results will be received by physicians and patients in a timely manner.

Tuesday, March 26, 2002

Pepsi Refresh Project Selects Chemo101 to Compete for $250,000 Grant

Pepsi Refresh Project Selects Chemo101 to Compete for $250,000 Grant

Thanks to Pepsi's Refresh Project, an entrepreneurial initiative that awards millions of dollars in grants to ideas that "refresh the world", patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers engaged in chemotherapy treatment may soon be logging on to Chemo101.com, an innovative education platform designed to meet the needs of both cancer patients and caregivers.

Denver, CO (PRWEB) August 29, 2010

Thanks to Pepsi's Refresh Project, an entrepreneurial initiative that awards millions of dollars in grants to ideas that "refresh the world", patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers engaged in chemotherapy treatment may soon be logging on to Chemo101.com, an innovative education platform designed to meet the needs of both cancer patients and caregivers.

Chemo101.com is a complete one-stop solution for education about chemotherapy treatments and resources to help mitigate the unexpected physical and financial impact on those affected by cancer.

Starting September 1, supporters of Chemo101 can log on to Pepsi Refresh's website at www. refresheverything. com and cast their daily vote through September 30 to help win the grant and launch the website.

A glaring need to provide a central resource for cancer patients and caregivers ignited Chemo101 principal and consultant to the pharmaceutical industry Kristin Gustafson's passion for the idea to enter the Pepsi Refresh competition. Ms. Gustafson witnessed the hardships and confusion experienced by patients and caregivers firsthand during her many years in the industry. She explains, "30% of chemotherapy patients end up bankrupt because they didn’t understand all of the financial implications of their treatment. Many more never complete therapy due to unexpected side effects or unmanageable cost. We want to change that." Ms. Gustafson continues, "That's why we need everyone's vote support to provide this much needed one-stop online resource for thousands of cancer patients and those who give care to them."

The stakes are high for Chemo101 and its supporters. Winning Pepsi Refresh's $250,000 grant by gaining the most votes during September's competition can mean advancing chemotherapy education, and providing the financial help to those who badly need it. Voting for Chemo101 starts September 1, 2010 and continues through September 30. Supporters can vote help by logging on to the Pepsi Refresh page at www. refresheverything. com and type “Chemo101” in the search box on the top right of the page. Click on the “Vote for this idea,” register, then vote.

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Monday, March 25, 2002

Really Cool Foods® Celebrates Grand Opening of its National Production and Distribution Center in Indiana

Really Cool Foods® Celebrates Grand Opening of its National Production and Distribution Center in Indiana

Company Executives Join State and Local Officials to Announce Indiana as Home to New Corporate Headquarters

Cambridge City, IN (PRWEB) October 23, 2008

Really Cool Foods, a leading natural and organic prepared foods company, held a ribbon cutting ceremony today to announce the grand opening of its $24 million state-of-the-art production and distribution center located in Cambridge City, Indiana. The 78,200 square foot facility incorporates the latest in technology in both food preparation and packaging. This is the first development of a planned complex employing approximately 250 workers once at full capacity in Phase One with more than 1,000 jobs planned with the development of future phases.

"This is a tremendous day for Really Cool Foods. Our passion and mission is realized with the opening of this facility," said Michael Recanati, founder and CEO of Really Cool Foods. "The people of Indiana have welcomed us and we have a first-class workforce that will provide Really Cool Foods the ability to move forward with our national growth strategy."

Recanati, who was joined by Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels and hundreds of business and community leaders, announced Really Cool Foods will move its corporate headquarters from New York City to the new Cambridge City facility effective immediately. This corporate relocation will bring as many as fifty new jobs and another national headquarters to the state of Indiana.

According to company executives, the new production and distribution center strengthens Really Cool Foods ability to deliver high-quality, natural and organic prepared foods to consumers through a growing network of national retailers operating in 19 states today, and 48 states very soon.

"This new facility and its strategic location in the Midwest will allow Really Cool Foods to reach new market channels and introduce new categories of prepared foods to consumers looking for healthy, cost-effective choices for themselves and their families," said Beth McDonald, co-president of Really Cool Foods. "Our commitment to quality, freshness and product innovation will continue to grow with this facility," said McDonald.

The Really Cool Foods National Production and Distribution Center utilizes the newest food safety technologies and is a USDA-certified organic commissary. The company's second commissary, located in Syosset, New York, is 35,000 square feet and is also a USDA-certified organic production facility.

"In addition to food preparation and packaging operations, the Indiana commissary facility has a research and development test kitchen that is used for custom product development in coordination with our customers and we expect to launch two new branded product lines in spring 2009," according to Michael Recanati.

Grant Lorsung, Really Cool Foods EVP and COO, highlighted the facility's commitment to quality production and authenticity. "The Really Cool Foods commissary is designed to meet or exceed all requirements and regulations for processing natural and organic foods. Our operations, as well as our in house systems for ingredient traceability and the certifications of our food products will be subject to 24/7 inspection by the USDA. We are laser focused on food safety and this facility is the realization of careful planning and a lot of hard work."

"In addition to our attention to quality, the opening of Phase One in this facility will triple the production capacity of Really Cool Foods to approximately 100,000 pounds of freshly prepared foods per day," said Lorsung.

During the grand opening ceremony, Really Cool Foods announced an agreement with Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana to donate food products which will help in 20 Indiana counties. In addition, Really Cool Foods presented a $5,000 check to the Feeding America Kids Café program which is the most expansive program for feeding children in the nation, with more than 90,000 children served each year.

ABOUT REALLY COOL FOODS
Established in February 2005, Really Cool Foods is one of the premier manufacturers of great-tasting, better-for-you, organic and natural fresh prepared foods in the United States. An extensive line of restaurant quality products offer nutritious, convenient meal solutions for the consumer's busy lifestyles. Recipes are chef-developed, tested for food safety, then prepared with artisan care and packaged in the company's two USDA-certified organic commissaries: the Really Cool Foods National Production and Distribution Center located in Cambridge City, Indiana and the Really Cool Foods Production Facility in Syosset, New York. The $24 million, more than 78,000 square foot national production and distribution center in Indiana is a state-of-the-art facility which began production in October 2008. Really Cool Foods provides fresh meal solutions to a growing network of the finest retailers and foodservice distributors across North America. For more information visit: www. reallycoolfoods. com

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FibreSpan Achieves Record Results in 2005

FibreSpan Achieves Record Results in 2005

FibreSpan, the premier provider of affordable dark fibre, today announced strong operational, financial and customer results for 2005, putting the company in good health for another year of growth in 2006.

UNITED KINGDOM (PRWEB) May 5, 2006

FibreSpan, the premier provider of affordable dark fibre, today announced strong operational, financial and customer results for 2005, putting the company in good health for another year of growth in 2006.

The company has continued to acquire market share in the provision of affordable dark fibre solutions, with revenue growth for the year exceeding 165% on 2004. Having added many new high-profile local authorities, health service and education customers in 2005, the company expects sales momentum to continue this year.

In parallel with its considerable commercial success in the public sector, FibreSpan is now expanding its customer mix to generate revenue from enterprise customers, who continue to seek cost-effective solutions for extending their networks.

FibreSpan’s commitment to customer service also proved highly effective in 2005 evidenced by a significant proportion of its existing customers taking the decision to expand their networks with FibreSpan once again.

Also in 2005, FibreSpan committed to upholding excellence in designing and building dark fibre networks in a fast and efficient manner. Installation volumes reached record levels as FibreSpan significantly increased its deployed network by 140% due to increased demand from customers with limited choice of affordable service providers. The company expanded the network to include many of the country’s metropolitan areas including London, Nottingham, Newcastle, Liverpool, Leeds and Manchester.

In addition, the company augmented its network resilience with more robust ducting technology to secure service provisioning and minimise network maintenance.

FibreSpan also continued to assemble a leading team of engineers and operations personnel with knowledge and experience in designing, project managing, implementing and maintaining dark fibre networks.

Commenting on the company’s results Robert Bicket, FibreSpan CEO said: “I am extremely pleased with last year’s results. We have delivered solid growth that demonstrates the strength of our business model and our ability to progress in a challenging and competitive sector.”

“The past year has been particularly significant in our evolution. We have focused the business and developed a strong proposition that enables us to achieve our objective of making fibre connectivity a viable option for bandwidth hungry companies throughout the country. The outlook for 2006 is strong as the industry continues to favour fibre for high speed communications. FibreSpan is well positioned to design, build and maintain affordable dark fibre to meet these needs”.

The Winning Proposition

Since its inception in 2002, FibreSpan has grown from strength to strength, earning an outstanding reputation as the most competitive dark fibre provider to multi-site organisations throughout the UK. FibreSpan invested in developing patent-pending microduct technology that enables it to install fibre networks in far less time and significantly lower cost than traditional methods. Combining affordable dark fibre connectivity with a fixed cost unlimited bandwidth model, the cost of FibreSpan connectivity remains constant regardless of bandwidth.

For further information please contact:

Robert Bicket, Chief Executive, FibreSpan

T: +44 (0)23 8057 4590

Kerry Jago, Marketing Consultant, Zest Marketing

T: +44 (0)7817 916654

About FibreSpan - fibrespan. co. uk

FibreSpan is a fibre solutions company with a national telecommunications licence. It designs, installs, operates and leases private dark fibre circuits, working in partnership with health and education, local authorities and other multi-site organisations. Established in 2002, it is an independent UK national statutory utility, licensed by the DTI and regulated by Ofcom.

It is FibreSpan’s goal to make fibre optic connectivity a viable solution for organisations throughout the UK. In order to achieve this, the company has invested in developing patent-pending microduct technology that is swiftly changing the face of fibre optic deployment – allowing access to bespoke dark fibre connectivity at an affordable and competitive rate.

FibreSpan offer an end-to-end service that includes consultation, network planning, rapid deployment and comprehensive support. Its dark fibre networks offer unlimited bandwidth at a fixed cost for the term of the contract - a genuinely future proof solution. This puts FibreSpan in a unique position by enabling clients to take complete control of future bandwidth demand.

FibreSpan Ltd

Enterprise House, Ocean Village, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 3XB

Tel: +44 (0) 23 8057 4590 Fax: +44 (0) 23 8057 4591 Web: fibrespan. co. uk

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Sunday, March 24, 2002

Autism Concerns Lead Parents to Seek More Information

Autism Concerns Lead Parents to Seek More Information

A free web portal, Health Site Guide (http://www. healthsiteguide. com) provides pre-searched links to information on Autism, as well as today’s latest medical news on the disorder.

Great Neck, N. Y., (PRWEB) June 20, 2006

An increasing number of children are being diagnosed with Autism, a developmental disorder usually found within the first three years of one’s life. Whether the numbers of autistic children are increasing, or people are just becoming more aware of the disorder, it is not certain. Because the causes of Autism are not known, and symptoms may be difficult to recognize or interpret, it is clear that concerned parents should seek knowledge. Now they can find the information they need fast at http://www. healthsiteguide. com (http://www. healthsiteguide. com), a healthcare information portal featuring pre-searched links to healthcare news and concerns.

At Health Site Guide, visitors can access a drop-down menu of “Health Concerns” and simply click on Autism. This will take them to a page listing three healthcare information web sites, all of which have been pre-searched to bring them to the Autism page. By simply clicking one or all of these sites, visitors can read about Autism in great detail.

Should visitors want to access additional information on Autism, they click on the “Healthcare Information Fast,” graphic (also on the home page), and get a list of eight different websites with direct links to medical encyclopedias. Health Site Guide also offers pre-searched links to videos, animations, prescription drug info, and more. With a free membership (Health Site Guide never requires personal information), members can post in forums and receive updated streaming medical news, tailored to their specific health concerns. In short, Health Site Guide is a health information portal where the “searching” has already been done for you.

“The search is over for Internet visitors who use keywords and search engines to access medical information. Our professional staff has done the searching for them, allowing them to access healthcare information faster and easier via the pre-searched links we provide,” says Bob Lipp, president of Health Site Guide, Inc. “We understand that many people who use the web for healthcare information often have a certain degree of anxiety and concern as they seek answers to a situation affecting themselves or a loved one. We hope to get them the information they seek faster by providing direct links to the many healthcare sites included in our portal.”

About Health Site Guide

Www. healthsiteguide. com is owned by Health Site Guide Inc. The site is a portal with pre-searched links that makes it fast and easy to access a broad range of healthcare information and special features, available on today’s healthcare websites. Health Site Guide is not affiliated with any other company.

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Growing Health Profession Could Unlock Key to a Healthier America

Growing Health Profession Could Unlock Key to a Healthier America

Whole Health Educators Form Army in the Battle Against Chronic Disease

Wellesley Hills, MA (PRWEB) September 25, 2008

Can overeating be a symptom of negative emotions? Could a skin problem be caused by not getting enough time outdoors, poor diet or anxiety? Yes, says an international organization whose uniquely trained Health Educators empower their patients with knowledge about how their emotions, nutrition, spiritual beliefs, environment and physical health are making them ill. Working in concert with other health practitioners, this growing profession is providing the tools and knowledge for good health and longevity with education rather than drugs, while saving health insurers, patients and employers millions of dollars annually.

Today, the National Institute of Whole Health (www. niwh. org), an organization that has trained thousands of Health Educators in a unique model of whole-person health education focused on empowering behavioral change, has announced its increased effort to push for change in how healthcare is delivered. Following the report from the Trust for America's Health that was released in July, which showed that an investment in disease prevention could save American more than $16 billion in five years, the organization is beginning a nationwide campaign. They are urging health facilities to invest in one Whole Health Educator per facility to help solve our current healthcare crisis. A massive letter-writing campaign and petition to healthcare executives and legislators is underway.

"People are getting sicker and healthcare is getting more and more expensive because people do not have the right kind of information to make changes in their lives," said Jerry Kantor, Executive Director of the National Institute of Whole Health (NIWH). "For the past 32 years, we have researched and uncovered the most effective methods for empowering individuals with health knowledge. We have worked with national billing and coding experts to identify appropriate opportunities and CPT codes for physicians to bill for patient education. This proves to be a win-win for the patients, physicians and insurers--physicians who must demonstrate their pay-for-performance initiatives and insurers who will realize significant savings from preventing disease rather than treating it."

From 1997 until 2001, Whole Health Education® was tested at a Harvard affiliate hospital with a population of cardiac rehabilitation patients. High patient compliance and improved quality of life motivated the hospital to start a department of Whole Health Education and bring the model into four other hospital departments. Since then, Healthways, the largest national network of integrative health care providers to major insurers has identified NIWH Whole Health trained graduates as preferred providers of health advocacy, health education and health coaching services.

The concept of health coaching, which has risen in popularity in recent years, is not a new one. Many health and medical experts feel that patients' having the right kind of information and awareness to take control of their behavioral choices is prohibiting disease prevention programs from being as effective as they can be. Research has proven that educational efforts to reduce or prevent disease, such as the Whole Health Education model, can save the sizable sum of $50 per patient per month for many months after an educational session, but many believe the savings could be far greater.

"Prevention is not related to information alone," said Bernie Siegel, MD, author of Love, Magic & Mudpies and 365 Prescriptions for the Soul. "Self destruction and addictions are not related to ignorance but to a lack of self-worth and a healthy emotional state. One must provide inspiration and, in a sense, re-parent patients so they develop self-esteem, worth and love. That is why we must see our national health problem as NIWH does and treat the whole person. When we do, the inspired individual will seek the available information and use it to remain healthy and prevent disease."

Since 1977, NIWH has provided evidence-based, integrative whole health education, delivered in a relationship-centered, whole person focused curriculums for health and medical professionals who desire to provide better patient care. This approach integrates the most current medical research with a natural outlook on healing and the wisdom of various spiritual teachings, all of which are grounded in integrity and compassion.

Author and researcher, Norman Shealy, M. D, Ph. D, founding president of the American Holistic Medical Association, said, "NIWH's pioneering work over the past 32 years has moved forward a transformation of health care towards a more effective and compassionate care model."

NIWH is an Accredited Provider of Continuing Professional Education through the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the American Dietetics Association; an approved provider of Education and Training through the U. S. Veterans Administration, approved by the Department of Higher Education; endorsed by the American Holistic Nurses Association; and approved to provide Continuing Professional education by several other national credentialing associations includes, nurses, social workers, health educators, acupuncturists, yoga teachers and licensed nutrition professionals.

About the National Institute of Whole Health
Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Wellesley, MA, the National Institute of Whole Health (NIWH) offers the most respected and credentialed integrative whole health certification programs in the US. NIWH's offerings include a Norman Cousins Award nominated Best Practice model - the Whole Health Education certification program, a Whole Health Educator program for Nurses, endorsed by the American Holistic Nurses Association, a Nutrition Educator certification program and a Whole Health Coaching certification program which can be completed in-person or via DVD distance learning. Recognized nationally as the pioneers of Whole Health Education®, the school has instructed thousands of students from varying health occupations from all over the U. S., and now offers DVD distance learning with students located on five continents. For more information, visit www. niwh. org or call (888) 354-HEAL (4325).

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Wednesday, March 20, 2002

Dave Modena for TechnoScout and Author, Dan Appleman for Apress to be featured on this weekÂ’s LetÂ’s Talk Computers Â&#174

Dave Modena for TechnoScout and Author, Dan Appleman for Apress to be featured on this week’s Let’s Talk Computers ®

Guests from TechnoScout and Apress will appear on radio talk show "Let's Talk Computers. TechnoScout is at the forefront of offering consumers the latest products on technology's cutting edge. Apress is a publishing company specializing in high quality professional level books for computer programmers and Information Technology professionals. LetÂ’s Talk Computers ranks as one of the longest-running computer radio talk shows, and airs on multiple radio stations weekly - and 24 hours a day, seven days a week on the Internet.

NASHVILLE, TN (PRWEB) April 2, 2004

Guests from TechnoScout and Apress will appear on radio talk show "Let's Talk Computers. TechnoScout is at the forefront of offering consumers the latest products on technology's cutting edge. Apress is a publishing company specializing in high quality professional level books for computer programmers and Information Technology professionals. LetÂ’s Talk Computers ranks as one of the longest-running computer radio talk shows, and airs on multiple radio stations weekly - and 24 hours a day, seven days a week on the Internet. 

As one of the largest direct marketers of consumer technology products in the U. S., TechnoScout (http://www. technoscout. com (http://www. technoscout. com)) is committed to identifying breakthrough companies at the forefront of technology. The National Mental Health Association states that sunlight has affected the seasonal activities of animals; therefore, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) may be an effect of this seasonal light variation in humans." Many manufacturers have developed full-spectrum lighting to alleviate this disorder. Vice President of Merchandising, Dave Modena discusses cutting-edge lighting products including those to combat SAD.

Author, Dan Appleman is a co-founder of Apress and president of Desaware Inc., a developer of add-on products and components for Microsoft Visual Studio. His new book, "Always Use Protection: A Teen's Guide to Safe Computing" (http://www. alwaysuseprotection. com (http://www. alwaysuseprotection. com)) utilizes his programming and security savvy to write a comprehensive book about computer security and privacy that is written with the unique security needs of teenagers in mind. Also good for adults (whose security needs are usually less complex), in "Always Use Protection" Dan Appleman teaches us not only how to protect our computers from the latest virus, worm, and Trojan invasions, but also how to prevent identity theft, identify scams, and safely take advantage of all the Internet has to offer - from browsing to email to chat rooms and more.

Listen to the interviews at:

TechnoScout http://www. lets-talk-computers. net/guests/technoscout/lighting (http://www. lets-talk-computers. net/guests/technoscout/lighting)
Apress http://www. lets-talk-computers. net/guests/apress/protection (http://www. lets-talk-computers. net/guests/apress/protection)

About Let's Talk Computers

Since 1991, Let's Talk Computers, http://www. lets-talk-computers. com (http://www. lets-talk-computers. com), ranks as one of the oldest computer talk shows. On the air since 1989, hosts Alan Ashendorf, CEO, and Sandra Ashendorf, Client Services with Total Solutions, interview representatives from the computer industry about products and industry trends. Produced in Nashville, Tennessee, USA, you can listen-in to "insider" conversations, covering the latest innovations, hardware, and software and how they affect you. Guests have included representatives from Microsoft, Novell, IBM, Market Wire, Computer Associates, Lotus, "PC World", the Cobb Group, Ziff-Davis, Symantec, and a host of other companies mentioned on our Past Guests page. Our goal is to let you know what is happening in the computer industry.

The syndicated Let's Talk Computers (LTC) can be heard weekly in 5 states and 24 hours a day on the website. New shows are uploaded in RealAudio and NetShow formats by Friday, 12:00 PM CST - radio broadcasts begin airing the following day. Past interview segments are also available on the website.

Please Support Our Sponsors:

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User Groups of Nashville - http://www. nash-pc-users. com (http://www. nash-pc-users. com) Supplying our members with the means to increase their computer knowledge and network with like-minded individuals. Clubs include the Nashville Area PC UsersÂ’ Group, the Nashville Area Access/Visual Basic/.NET Group, and the Nashville Clipper DevelopersÂ’ Association.

LTC makes every effort to evaluate the products and services it showcases in real-world situations by applying solutions to real-life problems. To assist in evaluating both hardware and software under genuine working conditions, Let's Talk Computers utilizes the expertise and facilities of Total Solutions Inc (TSI). Since 1994, TSI has been instrumental in providing solutions, which allow clients to migrate legacy data and applications to the Windows platform.

LTC is thrilled to offer an exciting, new sponsorship program. Your information could reach millions of potential customers each week. Your company does not have to be a guest in order to participate in the program, although some of our guests have chosen to avail themselves of the sponsorship program after they have worked with LetÂ’s Talk Computers. Check with us for sponsorship program details and levels. 

Let's Talk Computers is a trademark of the Let's Talk Computers Tennessee partnership. Any use of this trademark without written authorization is strictly forbidden and a violation of state and federal law.

For broadcast schedules or additional information about Let's Talk Computers or this press release, please visit our site at www. lets-talk-computers. com or call 1-615-662-0322. E-mails can be addressed to alan@lets-talk-computers. com.

If you would like your computer-industry-related product showcased by Let's Talk Computers and your company name to appear on our Past Guests page, you wish to carry the Let's Talk Computers radio show in your area, or you would like to join our list of sponsors and potentially each millions of clients, contact:

Let's Talk Computers

488 Saddle Drive

Nashville TN 37221

Phone: 615-662-0322

Fax: 615-646-7832

Contact: Sandra Lee

Title: Program Manager

Email: slee@lets-talk-computers. com

For More Information:

Contact: Melinda Jaggers

Title: Media Services

Email: Melinda@lets-talk-computers. com

Monday, March 18, 2002

Are Plastic Water Bottles Safe?

Are Plastic Water Bottles Safe?

Chico, CA. May 26, 2005. Research conducted by Dr Patricia Hunt of Case Western University, shows that plastic water bottles made from #7 Lexan polycarbonate plastic may pose serious health hazards. While they’re perfect for an active lifestyle – light, durable and available in a rainbow of colors, Lexan plastic water bottles may leach bisphenol– A (BPA), a potent hormone disruptor, which has been linked with many health abnormalities.

Chico, CA (PRWEB) May 26, 2005

Research conducted by Dr Patricia Hunt of Case Western University, shows that plastic water bottles made from #7 Lexan polycarbonate plastic may pose serious health hazards. While they’re perfect for an active lifestyle – light, durable and available in a rainbow of colors, Lexan plastic water bottles may leach bisphenol– A (BPA), a potent hormone disruptor, which has been linked with many health abnormalities including;

Impairment of the reproductive organs Adverse effects on tumors Adversely influenced breast tissue development Adverse effects on prostate development by reducing sperm count

BPA can be leached into the water bottles contents through normal wear and tear, and exposure to heat and cleaning agents. According to Valerie Reddemann, author of the article ‘Are plastic water bottles safe?’ “This includes leaving your plastic water bottle in your car during errands, in your back pack during hikes, and running it through the dishwasher.” Reddemann says. “What I found interesting is that baby bottles made from #7 Lexan polycarbonate resin have quietly disappeared from the market. Why are water bottles still around?” A follow-up study done in 2003 by the University of Missouri and published in the journal of Environmental Health Perspectives confirmed the original study and found that BPA can even leach into liquids at room temperature, so just having your plastic bottle sitting on your desk can be potentially harmful.

Two great alternatives to these bottles are to use a stainless steel water bottle like a Klean Kanteen, available at greenfeet. com, or to use a glass bottle when transportation isnÂ’t an issue, like at the office.

To find out more, visit www. greenfeet. net to view the entire article.

More hip than hippie, greenfeet is the clicks and bricks consumer source for a fresh mix of eco-friendly goods for self, home and garden. Established in 1997 and headquartered in Chico, CA, greenfeet provides a broad range of products ranging from sustainably made housewares to eclectic, earth friendly gifts. The mission of greenfeet is to show that leaving softer, greener footprints doesnÂ’t require a sacrifice of style, quality, or affordability. Through exemplary customer service, education, and offering, greenfeet leads the pack of quality, sustainable business practices. We love what we do. Contact us at www. greenfeet. com or 1-888-562-8873 for more information.

Contact Valerie Reddemann

Company: greenfeet. com

Phone: 530-894-5255

Fax: 530-894-5270

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Thursday, March 14, 2002

Chimney and Fireplace Safety: Facts You Need to Know to Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide

Chimney and Fireplace Safety: Facts You Need to Know to Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide

A clear and concise description of carbon monoxide, its effects and dangers. Informative information about carbon monoxide in the home and steps to take to ensure you and your family are protected.

Pasadena, CA (PRWEB) August 5, 2006

The dog days of summer are time to be wary of emissions from barbecues, gas grilles and the dangers of exhaust from water craft. It is also time to prepare for the cooler months soon to be upon us by inspecting home appliances, chimneys (http://www. bostonbrick. com/news/2006/02/index. html) , exhaust flues and the like.

Carbon monoxide (http://www. bostonbrick. com/news/2006/07/index. html) (CO) is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas. It is produced by the incomplete burning of material such as gasoline, natural gas, kerosene, liquid petroleum, oil, charcoal, coal, wood and tobacco. The primary source of CO emissions in today’s world is gasoline-powered automobiles.

Carbon monoxide prevents the body from using oxygen efficiently, causing asphyxiation (suffocation). CO typically remains inside the body for hours.

The effects depend on how much carbon monoxide is in the air, how long it is breathed, and how healthy an individual is. Exposure to carbon monoxide can include headache, loss of alertness, symptoms similar to the flu such as nausea, fatigue, fast breathing, confusion, disorientation and overall weakness. In addition, it can cause chest pain in people with heart disease. CO can also impair judgment. High concentrations of CO can cause seizures, unconsciousness and death. The longer a person breathes CO, the worse the effects can be.

Boston Brick & Stone (http://www. bostonbrick. com/index. html) of Pasadena, CA is launching an advisory campaign on the effects of carbon monoxide. The company comes across many CO hazards on a daily basis inspecting chimneys in Los Angeles County.

In 1994 there were literally hundreds of thousands of chimneys damaged or destroyed by the Northridge earthquake (http://en. wikipedia. org/wiki/1994_Northridge_Earthquake). Many of these chimneys were incorrectly repaired. Boston Brick & Stone has discovered over the course of inspecting (http://www. bostonbrick. com/real-estate/page01.html) more than 50,000 chimneys that approximately 1 in every 20 fireplace systems, is a potential Carbon Monoxide health hazard or threat. Their inspectors have seen entire families sickly with what looked like common cold symptoms moving around the house like the walking dead.

During an inspection a mother told their inspector her family had all been sick since the beginning of November. It was now February and when they tried to use their recently repaired fireplace it didn’t work. Upon inspection it was found that the contractor who rebuilt the chimney that last summer completely sealed off the gas water heater and the furnace flues, (a common mistake) allowing all the products of combustion from these two appliances to come up through the floors from the crawl space. Once November came the furnace started working day and night poisoning the family in the process.

"Thank goodness the fireplace didn’t work, as that is what prompted the detection of the problem!" said Dave Laverdiere (http://www. bostonbrick. com/aboutus. html) , Owner of Boston Brick and Stone.

The company has seen that 1 in 100 of these chimneys have had their entire furnace and water heater flues sealed off in the chimney by a contractor who did not know what he was doing. Most of these did have working fireplaces so one cannot equate a working fireplace to a working appliance flue.

A house with a gas furnace working properly may have a CO concentration in the air of 1-2 ppm (ppm is Parts Per Million, an expression that compares how many parts of CO, or any other gas, there are for every million parts of regular air).

Another example is having all four gas burners on the stove on for 20 minutes. This can cause the level to rise to 35 or even 120 ppm. A furnace that isn’t working properly can raise the level to 1,000 ppm - high enough to cause death in a couple of hours in a well sealed house.

If it were not for the fact that these families were living in old homes that have a tremendous amount of ventilation through the doors, windows and even the walls and ceilings, they would surely have suffered serious long-term health consequences. Even with the older ventilated homes some would not have been as lucky as there are those who are more at risk than others.

Carbon Monoxide can be fatal to some and cause serious health problems to others. Scientists currently consider 35-ppm (which means that there is 35 parts of CO to every million parts of regular air) exposure over a single hour to be the maximum. You can expect the CO concentration in outdoor air to be below 1-2 ppm, except near streets and highways. Exposure of less than 9 ppm CO (over an 8-hour average) in living areas is currently considered safe but I personally expect these levels to be reevaluated in the near future because these guidelines may not provide sufficient protection for people with heart or lung problems.

Effects of exposure to CO are generally worse for older people, unborn children and people with heart, circulatory, or lung disease. At the time of this writing there really is no known safe level of carbon monoxide.

If you suspect a person has CO poisoning get them outside into fresh air immediately. Call 911 and/or the Poison Control Center (http://www. aapcc. org/findyour. htm) at 1-800-222-1222. Then open as many windows in the home as possible.

When you call for help, report that you think there is carbon monoxide poisoning. After the emergency, you must have the appliances, which burn gas or fuel (e. g., furnace, oil burner, stove or hot water heater, etc.) inspected by a professional and repaired if needed.

Having your fireplace inspected (http://www. bostonbrick. com/tips. html) at regular intervals by a competent inspector is another well-advised safety precaution. Any fireplace that does not completely evacuate the products of combustion for any reason is a potential CO threat.

The inspector will always recommend solutions to any problems or potential problems found during the inspection.

It is recommended that Carbon Monoxide detectors be placed throughout the house, especially around the fireplace.

Where a gas log fireplace is set up Carbon Monoxide detectors are a must. Because CO has the same density as air and therefore simply moves around the room with the air we recommend the installation of at least three CO detectors in any room which has a gas log set up.

The detectors are relatively inexpensive and are installed by almost anyone who can change a light bulb. Be sure to buy the type that has an audible alarm. Hardware stores sell these for between $35.00 and $50.00 each.

A gas log fireplace (http://www. bostonbrick. com/news/2006/07/02.html) with a damper installed must have the damper locked in the open position. See Dampers in Gas Log Fireplaces (http://www. bostonbrick. com/news/2006/07/02.html) on Boston Brick and Stone's website at www. bostonbrick. com for additional information.

Boston Brick and Stone is located at 2005 Lincoln Avenue in Pasadena, CA and can be reached at 626-296-7700.

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The Catalyst for Growth of the Color Cosmetics Industry in the U. S. is Change

The Catalyst for Growth of the Color Cosmetics Industry in the U. S. is Change

The catalyst for growth of the color cosmetics industry in the U. S. is change. The new report "Makeup - US", available at MarketResearch. com, covers the makeup industry. The industry routinely transforms itself through product innovation driven by heavy investments in research and development. It is also agile enough to respond to change in fashion, shifts in demographics and capricious consumer preferences. These factors continue to be market drivers.

(PRWEB) June 27, 2003

The catalyst for growth of the color cosmetics industry in the U. S. is change. The new report "Makeup - US", available at MarketResearch. com, covers the makeup industry. The industry routinely transforms itself through product innovation driven by heavy investments in research and development. It is also agile enough to respond to change in fashion, shifts in demographics and capricious consumer preferences. These factors continue to be market drivers.

Product innovation, growth in teen and ethnic populations, and consumer demand for personalization of cosmetics have contributed to an increase in sales. Strong increases in the market through the 1990s culminating in almost 13% growth in 1999. However since then the rate of growth has slowed.

Other market drivers have emerged challenging traditional patterns of retail sales and the hierarchy among cosmetic retailers. In this report, the hypothesis that consumer interest in self-selection is necessitating new merchandising strategies, nontraditional cosmetic retailing techniques, and products that add dimension to one's personal "look" is explored. Cosmetic retailers who are nimble enough to change their approaches to marketing and distribution to reflect this will maximize their sales. These factors will continue to fuel growth in the color cosmetic industry.

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Table of Contents:

Introduction And Abbreviations

Introduction

Other Relevant Reports

Definition

Abbreviations

Executive Summary

The Shift In Channel Preference

Multicultural Makeup Solves Unique Beauty Needs

Lips For Every Mood And Moment

Mass Market Brands Not So Dominant

Bare Necessity The Norm

Slow Growth For Future

Market Drivers

Shifting Demographics

Females And Market Fundamentals

Figure 1 Female Population Projections, By Age, 2000-2010

The Female Teen And Tween Consumer

Teen Spending Soars: "Cool" Bucks

Figure 2 Total U. S. Teen Spending, At Current And Constant Prices, 1997-2002

Graph 1 Percentage Change In U. S. Teen Spending, At Current Prices, 1997-2001

Growing Diversity: Multi-Cultural Makeup

Technological Advances Spur Growth

Prestige Or Mass: The Impact Of Channel Blurring

Market Size & Trends

Figure 3 Total U. S. Retail Sales Of Makeup, At Current And Constant Prices, 1997-2002

Graph 2 Total U. S. Retail Sales Of Makeup, At Current And Constant Prices, 1997-2002

Market Segmentation

Introduction

Figure 4 Sales Of Makeup, Segmented By Type, 2000 & 2002

Face Makeup

Figure 5 Sales Of Face Makeup, 1997-2002

Eye Makeup

Figure 6 Sales Of Eye Makeup, 1997-2002

Lip Makeup

Figure 7 Sales Of Lip Makeup, 1997-2002

Supply Structure

Company Brand Sales

Overview

Figure 8 Manufacturer Sales Of Makeup, 2000 & 2002

Figure 9 Summary Of Manufacturer Brand Sales Of Makeup, 2000 & 2002

Lip Makeup

Figure 10 Fdm Brand Sales Of Lip Makeup, 2000 & 2002

Face Makeup

Figure 11 Fdm Brand Sales Of Face Makeup, 2000 & 2002

Eye Makeup

Figure 12 Fdm Brand Sales Of Eye Makeup, 2000 & 2002

Company Profiles

Estée Lauder

L'oréal

Procter & Gamble

Revlon

Avon

Mary Kay

Advertising & Promotion

Introduction

Figure 13 Advertising Expenditures Of Top Mass Brands, 2000 And 2002

Estée Lauder

L'oréal

Maybelline

Lancôme

P&G

Max Factor

Revlon

Avon

Retail Distribution

Introduction

Figure 14 U. S. Retail Sales Of Makeup, By Channel, 2000 & 2002

Mass Merchandisers

Figure 15 U. S. Mass Merchandisers Sales Of Makeup, 1997-2002

Figure 16 Number Of Mass Merchandiser Retailers, March 2003

Figure 17 Top Mass Merchandiser Retailers, By Sales, Financial Years Ending 2002 & 2003

Supermarkets

Figure 18 U. S. Supermarket Sales Of Makeup, 1997-2002

Figure 19 Top Supermarkets, By Number Of Stores, March 2003

Figure 20 Top Supermarket Retailers, By Sales, Financial Years Ending 2002 & 2003

Drug Stores

Figure 21 U. S. Drug Store Sales Of Makeup, 1997-2002

Figure 22 Top Drug Store Retailers, By Number Of Stores, March 2003

Figure 23 Top Drug Store Retailers, By Sales, Financial Years Ending 2002 & 2003

Prestige Outlets

Figure 24 U. S. Prestige Outlet/Department Store Sales Of Makeup, 1997-2002

Figure 25 Top Department Stores By Number Of Stores, March 2003

Figure 26 Top Department Store Retailers, By Sales, Financial Years 2002 & 2003

Alternative Sales

Figure 27 U. S. Alternative Outlet* Sales Of Makeup, 1997-2002

The Consumer

Introduction

Makeup Usage

Figure 28 Makeup Usage, By Product, Women Vs. Teenagers, Fall 2002

Figure 29 Adult Makeup Usage, By Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Figure 30 Adult Makeup Usage, By Product, By Race/Ethnicity, Fall 2002

Figure 31 Adult Makeup Usage, By Household Income, Fall 2002

Figure 32 Teenage Makeup Usage, By Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Figure 33 Teenage Makeup Usage, By Product, By Race/Ethnicity, Fall 2002

Frequency Of Use

Figure 34 Adults, Type Of Make Up Used By Frequency Of Makeup Use, Fall 2002

Figure 35 Teenagers, Type Of Make Up Used By Frequency Of Makeup Use, Fall 2002

Brands Used

Figure 36 Adult Makeup Usage, By Type Of Brands Used, Fall 2002

Figure 37 Teenage Makeup Usage, By Type Of Brands Used, Fall 2002

Types Of Product Used

Lip Color

Figure 38 Adult Lip Color Usage, By Type Of Product, Fall 2002

Figure 39 Adult Lip Color Usage, By Type Of Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Figure 40 Adult Lip Color Usage, By Type Of Product, By Race/Ethnicity, Fall 2002

Figure 41 Teenage Lip Color Usage, By Type Of Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Eye Makeup

Figure 42 Adult Eye Shadow Usage, By Type Of Product, Fall 2002

Figure 43 Adult Eye Shadow Usage, By Type Of Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Figure 44 Adult Eye Shadow Usage, By Type Of Product, By Race/Ethnicity, Fall 2002

Figure 45 Teenage Eye Shadow Usage, By Type Of Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Figure 46 Adult Eyeliner Usage, By Type Of Product, Fall 2002

Figure 47 Adult Eyeliner Usage, By Type Of Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Figure 48 Adult Eyeliner Usage, By Type Of Product, By Race/Ethnicity, Fall 2002

Figure 49 Teenage Eyeliner Usage, By Type Of Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Foundation

Figure 50 Adult Foundation Usage, By Type Of Product, Fall 2002

Figure 51 Adult Foundation Usage, By Type Of Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Figure 52 Adult Foundation Usage, By Type Of Product, By Race/Ethnicity, Fall 2002

Figure 53 Teenage Foundation Usage, By Type Of Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Mascara

Figure 54 Adult Mascara Usage, By Type Of Product, Fall 2002

Figure 55 Adult Mascara Usage, By Type Of Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Figure 56 Adult Mascara Usage, By Type Of Product, By Race/Ethnicity, Fall 2002

Figure 57 Teenage Mascara Usage, By Type Of Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Blusher

Figure 58 Adult Blusher Usage, By Type Of Product, Fall 2002

Figure 59 Adult Blusher Usage, By Type Of Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Figure 60 Adult Blusher Usage, By Type Of Product, By Race/Ethnicity, Fall 2002

Figure 61 Teenage Blusher Usage, By Type Of Product, By Age, Fall 2002

Factors Influencing Purchase Decisions

Figure 62 Factors Influencing Makeup Purchase Decisions, March 2003

Figure 63 Factors Influencing Makeup Purchase Decisions, By Age, March 2003

Figure 64 Factors Influencing Makeup Purchase Decisions, By Household Income, March 2003

Attitudes Influencing Purchase Decisions

Figure 65 Attitudes To Buying Makeup, March 2003

Figure 66 Attitudes To Buying Makeup, By Age, March 2003

Figure 67 Attitudes To Buying Makeup, By Household Income, March 2003

Product Preference

Figure 68 Makeup Product Preference, March 2003

Figure 69 Makeup Product Preference, By Age, March 2003

Figure 70 Makeup Product Preference, By Household Income, March 2003

Figure 71 Makeup Product Preference, By Region, March 2003

Future & Forecast

Future Trends

Color Palettes, Trends And Inspiration

Welcome To The Cyberspace Beauty Counter

Multi-Cultural Beauty

Figure 72 Hispanic Female Population Trends, By Age, 2000-2010

Figure 73 Black Female Population Trends, By Age, 2000-2010

Figure 74 Asian Female Population Trends, By Age, 2001-2010

Market Forecast

Figure 75 Forecast Of U. S. Retail Sales Makeup, At Current And Constant Prices, 2002-2007

Graph 3 U. S. Retail Sales Of Makeup, At Current Prices, 1997-2007

Face Makeup

Figure 76 Forecast Of U. S. Retail Sales Of Face Makeup, At Current And Constant Prices, 2002-2007

Eye Makeup

Figure 77 Forecast Of U. S. Retail Sales Of Eye Makeup, At Current And Constant Prices, 2002-2007

Lip Makeup

Figure 78 Forecast Of U. S. Retail Sales Of Lip Makeup, At Current And Constant Prices, 2002-2007

Forecast Factors

Appendix: Trade Associations

Appendix: New Product Briefs

Smashbox : Limitless Lash Mascara

Benefit :Island Hot Pots Eye Shadow

Del Labs : Fast & Flawless Airbrush Makeup

Sassaby Cosmetics :Jane Eye Zing Linking Duos

Avon Products :Shake It Up! Face Powder/Brush

Revlon : Colorstay Lipcolor

Clinique : Quick Eyes Eye Pencil And Powder

Lancôme : Bronzer Brush

Eyebeauty. Com :Eyeko's Felt Lip Pen

Covermark Cosmetics: Tattoo Cover Kit

Appendix: Research Methodology

Consumer Research

Sampling & Weighting

Presentation & Definition

Further Analysis

Trade Research

Informal Trade Research

Formal Trade Research

Desk & Internet Research

Sources

Definitions

Forecasts

Appendix: What Is Mintel?

Mintel Publications

Mintel Services

Product Retrieval

Retail Audits

Tailored Research

Global New Products Database

Research Support/Consultancy/Mic

The Mintel Information Centre (Mic)

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Wednesday, March 13, 2002

New Resource For Parents in High Conflict Divorce

New Resource For Parents in High Conflict Divorce

Parents experiencing conflict in divorce need support and resouces in order to provide a stable foundation for their children. Through a simple telephone call, parents are offered an intimate yet anonymous venue to obtain support, information and help.

ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL, (PRWEB) November 23, 2005

People experiencing High Conflict in their divorce encounter some degree of parental programming or alienation about 80% of the time. Some cases reported that as many as 20% of separated parents engage in alienating behavior at least once a day. In addition, studies state that visitation blocking is practiced by as many as 40% of the residential parents. Research also reveals families in transition need a venue in which they are able to share their situations, listen to the circumstances others are experiencing and gain some new insights that will be helpful. People experiencing divorce are looking for a forum that provides both intimacy and anonymity; that is, a place where they can be honest and free to express themselves and at the same time feel protected and safe.

Drs. Evans and Bone are providing an Educational Forum via a TELECONFERENCE call under their guidance. During this pilot program, no fee will be charged. It is important for participants to understand, however, that the Educational Forum is NOT counseling, therapy, legal advice or any other type of mental health or legal service. It is simply a means for participants to talk about their situation and listen as others describe theirs. Drs. Bone and Evans will moderate the discussions keeping it positive and productive. The facilitators ask that no names be given and that the participants NOT provide information within hearing range of their children.

The teleconference will be one hour in length and will be held on December 8, 2005, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time. There is NO cost at this time, other than the cost of a telephone call (long distance or local), for the teleconference as a part of the pilot program. Following registration, participants will be sent a survey inquiring about their experience with this teleconference.

Anyone interested in reserving a spot, please call Paula at (407) 443-5627, Monday – Friday between 9:30 a. m. and 5:00 p. m., Eastern Time.

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Monday, March 11, 2002

Spring into the Season with Bark Busters' Canine Care Tips

Spring into the Season with Bark Busters' Canine Care Tips

With a Few Precautions, Dogs and Their Owners Can Fully Enjoy the Blooming Season

Englewood, CO (PRWEB) March 16, 2009

As winter's chill gives way to warmer days and spring flowers, Bark Busters, the world's largest dog training company, offers owners some tips for helping their dogs enjoy a happy, healthy spring season.

"Spring represents a time of growth and renewal -- but not everything that springs forth this season is good for dogs," said Liam Crowe, Bark Busters dog behavioral therapist and trainer. "With a little awareness and a few simple precautions, dog owners can prevent many of the problems that arise with warmer weather and keep their dogs safe and healthy."

Bark Busters offers the following pointers for warding off spring's primary culprits:

Heartworm infection
The American Heartworm Society recommends that all dogs be tested annually for heartworm infection. Transmitted by mosquitoes, this serious parasitic disease can be fatal. Fortunately, your veterinarian offers a variety of options for preventing heartworm infection, including an injection, daily and monthly tablets, and monthly topical medications.

Fleas and ticks
Fleas and ticks can cause a host of problems, from flea allergy dermatitis to Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. In large enough numbers, both ticks and fleas can also cause dangerous amounts of blood loss, especially in young dogs. While a number of flea and tick prevention options are available today, monthly spot-on topicals and oral tablets offer convenience and effectiveness in protecting your dog. Ask your veterinarian for more information.

Spring allergies
Blooming plants, grasses and flowers can trigger atopy, an allergy similar to hay fever. But instead of sneezing, a dog typically develops itchy skin and will persistently scratch, lick and bite to get relief. If you suspect that your pooch may be suffering from seasonal allergies, visit your veterinarian for recommended allergy treatments. These can range from oral medications (like cortisone) to skin tests that pinpoint allergies in more severe cases.

Poisonous plants
Inquisitive dogs might see those fragrant spring blooms as a tasty snack, but dogs can become extremely ill or even die from eating poisonous plants. Ask your vet for a list of poisonous plants you'll want to avoid having in your garden. You can also help prevent your dog from digging by not gardening with your dog present--he may conclude that digging is acceptable and enjoy digging to underground pipes or chewing on sprinkler heads.

Lawn hazards
If a lawn -- yours or another's -- has been treated with fertilizers, herbicides or insecticides, do not let your dog walk on it until these potentially dangerous treatments have dried completely.

Unpleasant odors
If your furry friend has taken on an offensive aroma over the winter, find out where the smell is coming from. Odor in your dog's mouth could mean dental problems, digestive problems or underlying internal diseases, such as kidney problems or diabetes. If his teeth are discolored or he has an odor worse than his usual doggie breath, have your veterinarian perform a dental exam. Next, check his ears. If the skin inside is red or sore, if the ear has a bad smell, or if your dog reacts in pain when you examine his ears, have your vet check him for an ear infection. Also check your dog's skin for the common disorder seborrhea, usually characterized by flaky dandruff or an oily, waxy feel to the coat and a strong odor. You can prevent this by frequently bathing your dog with a medicated shampoo that your veterinarian can recommend. Finally, an infection or anal gland problems can also lead to odor and discomfort, in which case your dog will need to be seen by your veterinarian.

Bark Busters dog behavioral therapists are renowned authorities in correcting and managing dog behavior. Bark Busters' natural training system can successfully train any dog, even a puppy, by leveraging the same communications methods--body language and voice control--that dogs follow as part of their instinctual pack mentality. Many of our client require only one home visit from a licensed dog behavioral therapist if owners continue with follow-up exercises just 10 to15 minutes a day for several weeks. All training takes place right in the home where the problems generally occur. And Bark Busters' training is the only service of its kind that is guaranteed for the life of the dog. In every market where Bark Busters is established, a majority of veterinarians familiar with the technique recommend the company's services.

About Bark Busters:
Bark Busters, the world's largest, most trusted dog training (http://www. barkbusters. com) company, started in Australia in 1989 and came to the United States in 2000. Since inception, over 500,000 dogs have been trained worldwide using its dog-friendly, natural methods. With 250+ franchised offices in 42 states and more than 400 offices in 10 countries, Bark Busters is continuing its mission to build a global network of dog behavioral therapists to enhance responsible dog ownership and reduce the possibility of maltreatment, abandonment and euthanasia of companion dogs. Bark Busters is the only international dog training company that offers guaranteed lifetime support (http://www. barkbusters. com/page. cfm/ID/37/lifetimeguarentee). SPCA International selected Bark Busters dog behavioral training services as the "Best of the Best" in its category. No other training company or dog trainer received such a distinction. To fetch a trainer (http://www. barkbusters. com/page. cfm/ID/50/FetchATrainer) in your area, call 1-877-500-BARK (2275) or visit BarkBusters. com (http://www. barkbusters. com), where dog owners can complete a Dog Behavioral Quiz (http://www. barkbusters. com/page. cfm/ID/3/BehaviorialQuiz) to rate their dogs' behavior.

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Thursday, March 7, 2002

Ridgeview Institute Announces Professional Education Seminar Schedule

Ridgeview Institute Announces Professional Education Seminar Schedule

Georgia Mental Health Treatment facility announces seminar schedule for professional education.

Smyrna, GA (PRWEB) March 5, 2004

Ridgeview Institute, a private, non-profit provider of mental health and addiction services announces upcoming professional education events.

Upcoming Seminar Schedule:

Friday, March 12, 2004 Psychiatric Disorders in Film: Narcissistic Psychopathology, 9:30 a. m. – 4:00 p. m. Susan D. Webb, M. D.

Friday, April 2, 2004 Youth Onset Bipolar Disorders vs. ADHD: Straightforward Assessment and Intervention Strategies, 9:30 a. m. – 12:30 p. m. Adolph Casal, M. D.

Saturday & Sunday, April 3 – 4, 2004 Holes in Roles and the Click of Closure: Pesso Boyden System Psychomotor Work With Maturational Deficits, Trauma and Holes in Family Systems History, 9:00 a. m. – 4:30 p. m. each day. Albert Pesso and PBSP. This special two-day event is co-sponsored by The Southeastern Psychomotor Society, Ridgeview Institute and Illuminata. The seminars will be held at Ridgeview Institute.

Friday, April 16, 2004 Couples Frozen in the Power Struggle: Breaking Through With Imago Relationship Therapy, 9:30 a. m. – 4:00 p. m., Wendy Palmer Patterson, LCSW and Robert Patterson, LMFT, LPC.

Friday, May 14, 2004 Facing the Shadow: Working with Sexual Extremes and Recovery Zone: Staying in the Zone (The Long-Term Therapist and Doing Therapy Long Term), 9:30 a. m. – 4:00 p. m. Patrick J. Carnes, Ph. D. This special presentation will be held at the Renaissance Waverly Hotel.

Friday, June 4, 2004 Topic: Depression 9:30 a. m. – 12:30 p. m. Branko Radulovacki, M. D.

Friday, July 9 and Friday, July 30, 2004 Topic: Psychopharmacology 9:30 a. m. – 12:30 p. m. Michael D. Banov, M. D.

Friday, August 20, 2004 Topic: Experiential Reframing 9:30 a. m. – 4:00 p. m. Steven Rogers, Ph. D.

Friday, October 15, 2004 Topic: Working With Anger 9:30 a. m. – 12:30 p. m. Charles Cummins, LPC

Friday, October 22, 2004 Topic: Spirituality & Grief Issues 9:30 a. m. – 12:30 p. m. Michael Gordon, M. D.

Watch for more information in the near future. Visit our website at www. ridgeviewinstitute. com for frequent additions and updates.

Our mission is to provide a comprehensive continuum of mental health and addiction treatment services based upon a commitment to excellence and quality care to patients and families within the communities we serve.

We continuously strive to assess and improve our performance as a nonprofit healthcare organization based upon the Ridgeview Tradition—Quality of Care, Quality of Service, Quality of Workplace.

Ridgeview Institute is a private, non-profit provider of mental health and addiction services. Our continuum of care includes intensive inpatient, partial hospitalization and outpatient treatment options for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors.

For more information on RidgeviewÂ’s programs and services please call (770) 434-4567.

If you would like to receive our quarterly newsletter electronically, please visit our website at www. ridgeviewinstitute. com to subscribe.

Wednesday, March 6, 2002

TLC Premieres its First-Ever Broadband Series Makeover Train

TLC Premieres its First-Ever Broadband Series Makeover Train

Clairol Herbal Essences Color to exclusively sponsor the first 10 webisodes.

Silver Spring, MD (Vocus) May 31, 2007

TLC premieres MAKEOVER TRAIN, its first-original direct to broadband series, which features a trio of stylists who ride the Boston subway in search of commuters willing to add a little glimmer to their get-up. Beginning June 4, TLC will air 10 installments of these special webisodes. Premiere shows will roll out every Monday and Thursday through July 2, as part of TLC's new Fashion Guide also launching in June at TLC. com (http://tlc. discovery. com/).

Experts in hair, makeup and accessories face a moving train, a ticking clock, a curious crowd and unbelievable cramped conditions as they transform an unsuspecting commuter in each three-minute webisode. Whether subjects are on a three-stop jaunt or a half-hour journey, stylists have only from the moment they step on the train to the arrival at their final destination to work their magic. The MAKEOVER TRAIN experts -- Tasha Forgash, Lauren Arbeene and Kevin Lennox -- give viewers useful advice for their own lives as they transform some of Boston's biggest crimes on fashion.

"We are thrilled to extend TLC's success as an on-air lifestyle destination to new platforms with the premiere our first original direct to broadband series," said Christian Drobnyk, senior vice president, programming and development, TLC. "This is just the beginning. As consumer viewing behavior evolves, TLC will continue to bring its loyal fans and advertisers new experiences that engage, entertain and inform across all forms of media."

Offering a rich immersive online experience, the TLC Fashion Guide expands on TLC's promise to fashion and lifestyle programming. Visitors to TLC. com (http://tlc. discovery. com/) will find information and advice from some of TLC's leading experts, including the cast of WHAT NOT TO WEAR (http://tlc. discovery. com/fansites/whatnottowear/whatnottowear. html), 10 YEARS YOUNGER (http://tlc. discovery. com/fansites/10yearsyounger/10yearsyounger. html) and other popular shows.

As the exclusive sponsor of MAKEOVER TRAIN, Herbal Essences Color (http://www. clairol. com/herbalessences/index. jsp) will be fully incorporated into the online experience with video and banner advertising, product integration and additional branding on the fan site and throughout TLC. com.

MAKEOVER TRAIN is produced by Tiger Aspect USA. Steve Werner is the executive producer for Tiger Aspect USA and Stephen Harris is TLC's executive producer.

About Discovery Communications
Discovery Communications is the number-one nonfiction media company reaching more than 1.5 billion cumulative subscribers in over 170 countries. Through TV and digital media, Discovery's 100-plus worldwide networks include Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Discovery Health, The Science Channel and Discovery HD Theater. Discovery Communications is owned by Discovery Holding Co. (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB), Advance/Newhouse Communications and John S. Hendricks, Discovery's founder and chairman. For more information please visit www. discovery. com.

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Tuesday, March 5, 2002

Baby Boomers Just Want to Have Fun, and Retire Healthy and Wealthy

Baby Boomers Just Want to Have Fun, and Retire Healthy and Wealthy

Past generations of retirees were expected to go home to the rocking chair. But the baby boomer generation created the health food industry and energized the fitness market. When it comes to retirement, baby boomers are going to want to have a lifestyle that includes good healthy fun.

Wilton, NY (PRWEB) July 17, 2007

"Boomers are not stuck at 30-something, but they continue to feel younger than they really are." That's according to a 2004 research report by AARP titled "Baby Boomers Envision Retirement ll." It's another reason Bill Losey, America's Retirement Strategist, and initiator of National Retirement Planning Month (http://www. nationalretirementplanningmonth. blogspot. com), wants baby boomers ready and able to enjoy their retirement.

To inspire boomers to create the life they want, Bill has invited Ann Fry, CEO and Head Boomer of It's Boomertime (www. boomertime. com), to speak Thursday, July 19th at 10 AM EST in a free teleseminar on strategies boomers can take to create the life they want. "Ann inspires others to be courageous and adventurous while laughing and having fun at the same time. She has a sense of humor that is contagious and obvious in her title "Head Boomer." Ann chose that title because she was born on January 1, 1946, the first day of the boomer generation".

Bill believes that humor is an important part of all phases of life and as we plan for retirement, it becomes even more important. You can see Bill's own particular brand of humor at Perfect HarMoney (http://www. perfectharmoney. com/) where his alter ego, Dr. Ken I Retyre, sings such financial classics as The 401K Croon and My Bills Are Past Due. His movie, The Baby Boomer Retirement Movie (http://www. thebabyboomerretirementmovie. com/) is a short clip which asks amusing nostalgic questions and the answers reveal if you are a baby boomer. While Baby Boomers want to have fun, they are still serious about planning for retirement.

"At my seminars across the country, I know there are at least 5 questions my listeners will ask: 1. When can I retire? 2. How much money will I need to retire? 3. How long should I plan to live for? 4. How much money can I take out? 5. How long will my money last?" says Bill.

Bill will be addressing these concerns in his upcoming book Retire in A Weekend! The Baby Boomers Guide to Making Work Optional will be released in November 2007. In the meantime, as part of National Retirement Planning Month, and his mission to educate everyone about retirement planning, Bill wants baby boomers to have a positive outlook on their financial picture.

A more optimistic view of the economic future for boomers is presented by Jeff Thredgold, (www. thredgold. com) Economist, Futurist, President of Thredgold Economic Associates, and author of ECONOMERICA: Why the American Economy is Alive and Well… and What That Means to Your Wallet (Wiley, June 2007). Bill will interview Jeff on Friday, July 20th at 12 PM EST in a free teleseminar. Bill says that Jeff is a refreshing change from the doom and gloom you frequently hear about in the media.

More information on these educational teleseminars is available at National Retirement Planning Month. (http://www. nationalretirementplanningmonth. blogspot. com)

Bill Losey, CFP®, CSA, "America's Retirement Strategist", has nearly 20 years experience in the financial services industry and is a Certified Financial Planner™ practitioner, a Certified Senior Advisor and Certified RSP-Trained Retirement Coach.

Losey publishes Retirement Intelligence (http://www. myretirementsuccess. com/pages/newsletter. asp), a complimentary weekly e-newsletter that reaches over 5000 subscribers worldwide and is the winner of the 2007 APEX Award for Publication Excellence in the "New Newsletters" category. His column, Making Work Optional, appears every Wednesday on the front page of The Saratogian business section.

Bill Losey Retirement Solutions, LLC is an independent registered investment advisory firm that caters to discerning women and couples nationwide who demand objective financial and retirement advice, customized fee-only investment management, attention to detail and impeccable service.

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Monday, March 4, 2002

Newly Released 'Ordinary Valor' an Extraordinary Story of How an Ordinary Man Faced Cancer

Newly Released 'Ordinary Valor' an Extraordinary Story of How an Ordinary Man Faced Cancer

The ancient Greek writer Plutarch wrote, "The measure of a man is the way he bears up under misfortune." When Dr. Robert Mignone, a well-respected psychiatrist and deeply loved family man, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2003, his life "appeared to be shattered." But in Ordinary Valor: How Prostate Cancer Saved My Life, Mignone shows how having to confront his own mortality became a life-shaping odyssey--a choice between surviving and daring to live with hope.

Denver, CO and Sarasota, FL (PRWEB) August 15, 2007

The ancient Greek writer Plutarch wrote, "The measure of a man is the way he bears up under misfortune." When Dr. Robert Mignone, a well-respected psychiatrist and deeply loved family man, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2003, his life "appeared to be shattered." But in Ordinary Valor: How Prostate Cancer Saved My Life, Mignone shows how having to confront his own mortality became a life-shaping odyssey--a choice between surviving and daring to live with hope.

Because the book began its literary life as a journal, readers are allowed to share in the most intimate moments of Mignone's three-year struggle, experiencing his innermost fears and self-discoveries.

"As a friend once told me, 'You can't choose the cards you're dealt, including whether or not you deserve them, but you can decide how to play your hand.' Humor came hardest at three in the morning, during my umpteenth struggle to bring a precious ounce from the prostate fires. But even then, I sometimes burst out laughing. It was the only thing to do."

Ordinary Valor is an intensely human account of how one man faced the darkness that is cancer and learned the value of living with a grateful heart and an open mind. Mignone's well-written chronicle takes us through his years of growing up, including his days in medical school, where we see the molding influences of parents and peers. He also reveals how the adult image of himself as "Superdoc" was to affect this greatest of life's challenges.

With Mignone, we experience the pain of his treatments and the escalating side effects; the power of a wife's love and good humor; and the emotional, mental and spiritual challenges he continually faced:

"In the dark night of my soul, when the Great Mystery seemed especially vexing and when life was appearing both unjust and uncontrollable, God gave me courage and strength. Those, along with making peace with the potholes and rough terrain of my landscape, sustained my morale for staying the course. My intention was to live as fully as I could for whatever time I had."

ISBN(s): 1598009309 Format(s): 5.5 x 8.5 Paperback; 5.5 x 8.5 Hardback w/Jacket SRP: US $19.95/CAN $24.95 Paperback; US $29.95/CAN $36.95 Hardback w/Jacket
Genre: Self-Help/Personal Growth

For more information or to contact the author, visit www. outskirtspress. com/ordinaryvalor (http://www. outskirtspress. com/ordinaryvalor)

Dr. Robert J. Mignone attended Amherst College cum laude and graduated from Duke Medical School Alpha Omega Alpha in 1966, with later internships and residencies at Yale New Haven, Cornell, and Harvard Medical School. A teacher and academician, Dr. Mignone taught and practiced at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard from 1974 to 1988 before coming to Southwest Florida to start Gulf Coast Health Services, a multi-specialty mental health group with a mind/body approach. Dr. Mignone is also an ordained minister with application to spirituality and health. He is a physician broadcaster, who has worked in radio and television as a health educator and facilitator of personal growth. Readers can visit Dr. Mignone on the Web at www. robertmignonemd. com

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Saturday, March 2, 2002

Alternative Cancer Treatment - Video Released That's Shocking Doctors

Alternative Cancer Treatment - Video Released That's Shocking Doctors

A video released recently represents a type of therapy that can be used with any type of cancer and most all other diseases as well. Newly released video reveals a one-minute therapy used by many European doctors with amazing results that can heal and reverse cancer. Cancer simply cannot survive in this environment. This form of therapy is so simple and safe that many will be angry this information was not released sooner.

Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey (PRWEB) October 5, 2009

Alternative cancer treatments are rising in popularity these days.

Cancer patients of all kinds may not respond to traditional therapy and treatments and are sometimes at the mercy of pharmaceuticals as their only option.

A video was recently released that makes known of a single therapy, a substance available for persons with cancer or other diseases, that could have such a far-reaching effect and success rate when it comes to curing diseases.

This video distributes information about a simple inexpensive therapy can be self-administered at home in less than one-minute. http://www. CuringCancerNaturally. com (http://www. CuringCancerNaturally. com) allows access to this free informative video containing an explanation of the current cancer remedies and alternative methods that are being used successfully.

An estimated 15,000 European medical doctors, naturopaths, and homeopaths have administered this powerful therapy to over 10 million people over the past 70 years to treat over 50 different diseases.

Alternative cancer treatments are an organic approach to healing disease and maintaining health and many of these successful natural treatments have been pushed aside by the pharmaceutical companies.

The video focuses on an alternative cancer treatment that creates an environment within the body where disease cannot thrive; a simple therapy that not only kills diseased cells but also simultaneously revitalizes and rejuvenates healthy cells, thereby creating vibrant energy and well-being for the individual suffering from cancer and whose body is unresponsive to traditional therapies.

Alternative cancer treatments are safe, inexpensive and are powerful healing modalities, and have no known adverse effects. When used properly could also potentially render almost all pharmaceutical drugs and medical treatments obsolete.

The free resource video is available at http://www. CuringCancerNaturally. com (http://www. CuringCancerNaturally. com).

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National Institutes of Health subscribes to OpenHelix training portal

National Institutes of Health subscribes to OpenHelix training portal

NIH scientists and staff can now efficiently and effectively learn to use bioinformatics and genomics resources with the extensive tutorial suite catalog from OpenHelix.

Bellevue, WA (PRWEB) April 19, 2010

The National Institutes of Health Library (http://www. nihlibrary. nih. gov) (http://www. nihlibrary. nih. gov (http://www. nihlibrary. nih. gov)]) has purchased a subscription to OpenHelix (http://www. openhelix. com) (http://www. openhelix. com (http://www. openhelix. com)]) giving NIH scientists and staff access to over 90 tutorial suites on bioinformatics and genomic resources.

With OpenHelix tutorials, NIH now offers their employees a quick and effective way to learn about the most powerful and popular genomics and bioinformatics databases and resources. These tutorials cover many types of resources including protein databases, bioinformatics analysis tools, model organism databases, SNP databases, comparative genomics, pathway and interaction resources and much more.

The online narrated tutorials, which run in just about any browser, can be viewed from beginning to end or navigated using chapters and forward and backward sliders. The approximately 60 minute tutorials highlight and explain the features and functionality needed to start using the resources effectively. The tutorial can be used by new users to introduce them to a resource, or by previous users to view new features and functionality, or simply as a reference tool to understand specific features.

In addition to the tutorial, users also have access to useful training materials including the animated PowerPoint slides used as a basis for the tutorial, suggested script for the slides, slide handouts, and exercises. This can save a tremendous amount of time and effort for teachers and professors creating classroom content.

"It is difficult, and certainly cost prohibitive, for research institutions themselves to create and provide training on the many critical genomic resources available.” said Scott Lathe, Chief Executive Officer of OpenHelix, “NIH uses the OpenHelix subscription to provide an efficient and effective training solution for their researchers.”

About the National Institutes of Health
Composed of 27 Institutes and Centers, the NIH provides leadership and financial support to researchers in every state and throughout the world.

For more than a century, the National Institutes of Health has played an important role in improving the health of the nation. The NIH traces its roots to 1887 with the creation of the Laboratory of Hygiene at the Marine Hospital in Staten Island, NY.

NIH is the steward of medical and behavioral research for the Nation. Its mission is science in pursuit of fundamental knowledge about the nature and behavior of living systems and the application of that knowledge to extend healthy life and reduce the burdens of illness and disability.

About OpenHelix
OpenHelix (http://www. openhelix. com), LLC, (http://www. openhelix. com (http://www. openhelix. com)]) provides a bioinformatics and genomics search and training portal, giving researchers one place to find and learn how to use resources and databases on the web. The OpenHelix Search portal searches hundreds of resources, tutorial suites and other material to direct researchers to the most relevant resources and OpenHelix training materials for their needs.

Researchers and institutions can save time, budget and staff resources by leveraging a subscription to nearly 100 online tutorial suites available through the portal. More efficient use of the most relevant resources means quicker and more effective research.

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Barrington Gifts of Distinction Using Obama "Stimulus" to Benefit Charities and Their Supporters - "Air Force One Carry-On" is Doing Good for Barrington and Non-Profits

Barrington Gifts of Distinction Using Obama "Stimulus" to Benefit Charities and Their Supporters - "Air Force One Carry-On" is Doing Good for Barrington and Non-Profits

President Obama's personal carry-on bag for Air Force One trips has been generating more sales for Dallas-based Barrington Gifts of Distinction, which is offering a personalized gifts fund-raising proposition to help charities in the current depressed economy. When Time magazine recently featured a photo of a White House aide carrying Barrington's vegetable-tanned leather Captain's Bag off the plane, Barrington's orders began to "take-off." Pleased by strong sales in the current down economy, Barrington started a program that the President would certainly approve: At http://www. Barrington-Direct. com, shoppers who have an authorized access code for participating charities, receive dealer wholesale pricing (50% off retail), and Barrington donates 30% of all sales dollars to participating charities. The President received his Captain's bag while attending the Presidential Debate at Ole Miss University during his Fall 2008 election campaign. One little bag can do a lot of good when it is in the right man's hands.

Dallas, TX (Vocus) July 20, 2009

President Obama's personal carry-on bag for Air Force One trips has been generating more sales for Dallas-based Barrington Gifts of Distinction, which is offering a personalized gifts fund-raising proposition to help charities in the current depressed economy. When Time magazine recently featured a photo (http://tinyurl. com/77o3eb) of a White House aide carrying Barrington's vegetable-tanned leather Captain's Bag off the plane, Barrington's orders began to "take-off." Pleased by strong sales in the current down economy, Barrington started a program that the President would certainly approve: At http://www. Barrington-Direct. com (http://www. Barrington-Direct. com), shoppers who have an authorized access code for participating charities, receive dealer wholesale pricing (50% off retail), and Barrington donates 30% of all sales dollars to participating charities.

The President received his Captain's bag while attending the Presidential Debate at Ole Miss University (http://tinyurl. com/czks5j) during his Fall 2008 election campaign. One little bag can do a lot of good when it is in the right man’s hands. Barrington's founders, Gil Sheehan and David Gowdey, are pleased by this celebrity "endorsement." "My favorite part of the photo is the hang tag that says 'The President.' That was his doing," says Gowdey. The small, privately held, $5M/year company supplies premium, personalized leather gifts and writing instruments to the consumer and business market, and like most small businesses, has had to innovate to survive in this economy. Corporate event and gift budgets are being cut, and several of its blue-chip customers such as Lehman Brothers and Bear Stearns, no longer exist.

Because Barrington owns and operates its own manufacturing facility and sells factory-direct with an authorized access code, it can afford to donate 30% of its gross sales from its personalized gift website (http://www. barrington-direct. com) when charities sign up to be a beneficiary. Any charity that participates receives a unique access code to share with its donors/constituents. The code allows its constituents to shop the e-store and receive 50% off retail prices while Barrington pays 30% of each sale to the corresponding charity. Most "part of the proceeds" promotions benefiting charities only pay 5% to 10% of the net profit to the charity. Thus, Barrington's 30% of gross sales dollars "donation" is a compelling offer to non-profits looking for new ways to raise money in today's difficult giving environment. To date, The First Tee (access code FTHQ), United Cerebral Palsy (access code 1097), Habitat for Humanity (access code 1007), the Visiting Nurse’s Association (access code 1100) and a Dallas inner-city school for impoverished children/families are participating. In a month's time, The West Dallas Community School (access code 1009) has received $10,000 from $30,000 of product sales through their participation in Barrington's consumer-direct program.

Barrington's business clients include Microsoft, PGATOUR, Aflac, Disney, Coca-Cola, Sprint, Nike, McKesson, SAP, Adobe, Yahoo, Marriott, Roche, Kindred Health Care, Merrill Lynch, U. S. Department of Defense, Big XII Conference, Shell Oil, Ritz-Carlton Club, NASDAQ, The Executive Leadership Council and numerous other blue-chip companies and non-profit organizations.

Barrington entered the corporate gifts (http://www. barringtongifts. com) marketplace eighteen years ago as a manufacturer of upscale one-of-a-kind executive gifts. Initially providing high quality writing instruments and exquisite leather goods, founders David Gowdey and James Sheehan quickly developed a world class workforce and a worldwide presence. They founded Barrington on four firm principles – creating hand-crafted gifts of unparalleled quality, providing their employees valuable growth opportunities, improving the communities in which Barrington operates, and developing mutually beneficial, long-lasting relationships with their clients.

Non-profit organizations interested in participating in Barrington's fund-raising program or media inquiries are encouraged to contact Wes Boyd (Director of Marketing/Sales), at 214-528-3556, or email.

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