Rehabilitation

ACTS LAW Addresses Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin Controversy

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Recently, the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin is facing closure over allegations of similar types of behavior, with matters so bad it was known as a "rape club" by inmates and workers.

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  • Recently, the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin is facing closure over allegations of similar types of behavior, with matters so bad it was known as a "rape club" by inmates and workers.
  • "The racial and class inequity that leads to women being imprisoned has never been addressed in our state," Mr. Rochen said.
  • "In the FCI Dublin institution, inmates were subjected to all manner of horrific sexual crimes on a daily basis.
  • He was the supervisor of the call center operated by the federal prison, where these women worked.

JMIR REHABILITATION AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES ANNOUNCES THEME ISSUE ON PARTICIPATORY METHODS IN REHABILITATION RESEARCH

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

TORONTO, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- JMIR Publications invites submissions to a new theme issue titled "Incorporating Participatory Methods in Developing, Implementing, and Evaluating Rehab Interventions and Assistive Technologies" in its premier, open access journal JMIR Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies (JRAT).

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- JMIR Publications invites submissions to a new theme issue titled "Incorporating Participatory Methods in Developing, Implementing, and Evaluating Rehab Interventions and Assistive Technologies" in its premier, open access journal JMIR Rehabilitation and Assistive Technologies (JRAT).
  • This theme issue aims to showcase research that actively engages patients, caregivers, and other stakeholders (knowledge users) in rehabilitation research.
  • The theme issue welcomes submissions of research encompassing various methodologies, including qualitative studies, mixed methods designs, and implementation science frameworks, as well as studies exploring suitable patient engagement outcome measures.
  • Those interested in submitting research for this theme issue are encouraged to visit the journal's website for submission guidelines.

Phoenix Children's Names New Chief of Neurosurgery

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

PHOENIX, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Phoenix Children's, one of the nation's fastest-growing pediatric health systems, today announced the hire of accomplished surgeon-scientist Jason Scott Hauptman, MD, PhD, as division chief of neurosurgery, part of Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children's. His appointment is part of a broader effort to hire top clinical and research leadership in high-demand specialty areas as Phoenix Children's solidifies its position as the premier pediatric health system in the Southwest.

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  • "Patient families will benefit from Dr. Hauptman's epilepsy surgery expertise, and our health system will benefit from his impressive track record in medical education, mentorship, research and academia," said Daniel Ostlie, MD, surgeon in chief at Phoenix Children's.
  • As division chief of neurosurgery at Phoenix Children's , Dr. Hauptman will provide strategic direction and administrative leadership while also collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide top-quality clinical care for children with neurological conditions.
  • He will also hold academic appointments with Mayo Clinic Arizona, Creighton University School of Medicine and the University of Arizona College of Medicine — Phoenix.
  • Phoenix Children's is consistently recognized as one of U.S. News & World Report's " Best Children's Hospitals " for neurology and neurosurgery.

University of Medicine and Health Sciences Celebrates Historic Match Day for Graduating Students

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Monday, April 22, 2024

NEW YORK, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of Medicine and Health Sciences, (UMHS), a small, mission-driven medical school with a commitment to student support and a legacy of successful residency placements in the United States and Canada, celebrated one of its most successful Match Days in history. A remarkable 91% of first-time applicants secured residency placements, with graduating students earning positions in competitive programs across 14 medical specialties spanning 27 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada.

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  • In a message to students, UMHS President Warren Ross praised the school's historic 2024 Match results.
  • Graduating students secured residencies in highly competitive programs and will continue their training at esteemed teaching hospitals such as Case Western in Ohio and the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School.
  • UMHS students matched into all six core specialties, including family medicine, internal medicine, obstetrics & gynecology, pediatrics, psychiatry, and surgery, as well as eight specialty fields, including anesthesiology, child neurology, diagnostic radiology, emergency medicine, neurology, pathology, and physical medicine and rehabilitation.
  • To learn more about the UMHS Class of 2024 Match Day and to see the complete 2024 Match results please visit https://www.umhs-sk.org/match-results .

Streamlined Glasses and Smart Headsets - IDTechEx Explores Augmented and Virtual Reality

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Monday, April 22, 2024

BOSTON, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Augmented and virtual reality are being developed in new ways to enhance reality, from streamlined smart glasses to headsets with farfetched fantasy experiences.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Augmented and virtual reality are being developed in new ways to enhance reality, from streamlined smart glasses to headsets with farfetched fantasy experiences.
  • Extended reality (XR) headsets are proving useful not only for leisure purposes but also for industry use, training, and even rehabilitation.
  • Warehouses adopted augmented reality headsets early on, as they can be used to guide workers around and provide instructions for maintenance support, something which Google Glass has been useful for.
  • For more information on the topic of augmented and virtual reality, please see IDTechEx's market research reports, " Optics for Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality 2024-2034: Technologies, Players and Markets ", " Displays for Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality 2024-2034: Forecasts, Technologies, Markets " and " Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality Headsets 2023-2033: Technologies, Players, and Markets ".

Streamlined Glasses and Smart Headsets - IDTechEx Explores Augmented and Virtual Reality

Retrieved on: 
Monday, April 22, 2024

BOSTON, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Augmented and virtual reality are being developed in new ways to enhance reality, from streamlined smart glasses to headsets with farfetched fantasy experiences.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Augmented and virtual reality are being developed in new ways to enhance reality, from streamlined smart glasses to headsets with farfetched fantasy experiences.
  • Extended reality (XR) headsets are proving useful not only for leisure purposes but also for industry use, training, and even rehabilitation.
  • Warehouses adopted augmented reality headsets early on, as they can be used to guide workers around and provide instructions for maintenance support, something which Google Glass has been useful for.
  • For more information on the topic of augmented and virtual reality, please see IDTechEx's market research reports, " Optics for Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality 2024-2034: Technologies, Players and Markets ", " Displays for Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality 2024-2034: Forecasts, Technologies, Markets " and " Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality Headsets 2023-2033: Technologies, Players, and Markets ".

First Annual U.S.-Ukraine Veterans' Charity Golf Tournament Announced with General Retired David Petraeus as Guest of Honor

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

All proceeds from this golf tournament will go to the Borderlands Foundation whose mission is to "Make Sure Ukraine's Heroes are Never Forgotten."

Key Points: 
  • All proceeds from this golf tournament will go to the Borderlands Foundation whose mission is to "Make Sure Ukraine's Heroes are Never Forgotten."
  • The day will conclude with the dinner Awards Gala that will feature General Petraeus' talk, a musical performance, and a fundraising raffle.
  • Sponsorship opportunities at this charity golf event offer significant visibility and networking benefits, with various levels available.
  • Visit U.S.-Ukraine Veterans' Charity Golf Tournament to secure participation in this historic event.

Zynex Sets First Quarter 2024 Earnings Call

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zynex, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZYXI), an innovative medical technology company specializing in the manufacture and sale of non-invasive medical devices for pain management, rehabilitation, and patient monitoring, will hold a conference call on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 4:15 PM Eastern Time to discuss its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • ENGLEWOOD, Colo., April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zynex, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZYXI), an innovative medical technology company specializing in the manufacture and sale of non-invasive medical devices for pain management, rehabilitation, and patient monitoring, will hold a conference call on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 4:15 PM Eastern Time to discuss its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024.
  • Financial results will be issued in a press release prior to the call.
  • Zynex management will host the conference call, followed by a question and answer session.

Russell Wilson Cements his Commitment to Performance Excellence by Joining INDIBA as an Ambassador

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

A relentless competitor, Wilson is renowned for his dedication to performance improvement and has recently incorporating INDIBA technology into his preparation routine.

Key Points: 
  • A relentless competitor, Wilson is renowned for his dedication to performance improvement and has recently incorporating INDIBA technology into his preparation routine.
  • Utilized by top performers around the world, INDIBA technologies are designed to boost performance and facilitate recovery.
  • Russell Wilson is widely recognized for his extraordinary NFL career and for his commitment to excellence both on and off the field.
  • "We are passionate about our advanced radiofrequency technology, and being able to partner with notable professional athletes such as Russel Wilson."

New STEM Curriculum Prepares Students and Teachers for Success

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

To help reverse this trend and make up for America's deficiencies in STEM education, a non-profit educational institution known as US ORT Operations, has developed an advanced STEM education program for use in U.S. high schools, and a STEM teacher training curriculum -- both programs certified by the New York Academy of Sciences.

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  • However, U.S. students lag behind many other countries in their STEM skills according to recent reports, notably a 2021 Pentagon national security report to Congress indicating that the STEM education deficit "is quickly approaching crisis status."
  • In China they are graduating 800% more STEM students from their colleges than the United States.
  • Dr. Kanani says the need for more STEM education means a need for more qualified STEM teachers.
  • To help meet this need, Dr. Kanani's team has developed a STEM teacher certification program that trains and empowers teachers to provide high-quality STEM education and improve their credentials.