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Data: Elemental to Health Partners Applaud Passage of the American Rescue Plan

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Thursday, March 11, 2021

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WASHINGTON, March 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The members of the Data: Elemental to Health campaign applaud Congress and President Biden for enacting the American Rescue Plan, which provides much needed relief from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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WASHINGTON, March 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The members of the Data: Elemental to Health campaign applaud Congress and President Biden for enacting the American Rescue Plan, which provides much needed relief from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Specifically, we are grateful for the inclusion of essential funding to support the public health Data Modernization Initiative (DMI) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Years before COVID-19 struck, our organizations identified significant gaps in our nation's public health surveillance systems that curtailed our ability to effectively and efficiently respond to emerging public health threats.
The American Rescue Plan, which includes $500 million in funding for DMI and infectious disease epidemic forecasting and analytics, will help us get there.

TerraCap Management Acquires 638-Unit Apartment Complex in Northern Atlanta Suburb

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Thursday, February 25, 2021

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DORAVILLE, Ga., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --TerraCap Management LLC, a privately held investment firm with its headquarters in Naples, Florida, announced today the acquisition of Forest Cove Apartments, a 638-unit apartment complex located in the northeastern Atlanta suburb of Doraville.The garden-style apartment complex sits on 78 acres and features one, two, and three-bedroom units.

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DORAVILLE, Ga., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --TerraCap Management LLC, a privately held investment firm with its headquarters in Naples, Florida, announced today the acquisition of Forest Cove Apartments, a 638-unit apartment complex located in the northeastern Atlanta suburb of Doraville.The garden-style apartment complex sits on 78 acres and features one, two, and three-bedroom units.
Matt Stewart, Partner and Director of Asset Management of TerraCap said,"The acquisition of Forest Cove continues our strategy to buy well-located workforce housing with high value-add potential in strong suburban markets.
We are heavily invested in northeast Atlanta and believe in the growth dynamics we see along the I-85 corridor from North Druid Hills Road to Sugarloaf Parkway."
During ownership, TerraCap plans to reposition Forest Cove by investing into both the interiors and the exteriors of the property.

CDC Foundation Aims to Improve Cancer Outcomes Through New Initiative Aimed at Education and Empowerment

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Thursday, February 4, 2021

Health sciences, Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Druid Hills, Georgia, United States Public Health Service, Preventive healthcare, Oncology

ATLANTA, Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- This World Cancer Day, the CDC Foundation announced a multi-year initiative to improve cancer outcomes with anew health empowerment program.

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ATLANTA, Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- This World Cancer Day, the CDC Foundation announced a multi-year initiative to improve cancer outcomes with anew health empowerment program.
Led by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the CDC Foundation, EmPOWERed Health is focused on empowering and equipping individuals to become their own health champions.
Empowerment can result in more people getting cancer screenings, a greater feeling of control during cancer diagnosis and treatment, and a better care plan for cancer survivors."
The COVID-19 pandemic has been particularly tough for individuals going through cancer, with delayed appointments resulting in heightened anxiety.

Jenifer Lewis, Dyllón Burnside, Bernard David Jones and Thomas Hobson Cast in Filmed Dramatic Reading of George M. Johnson’s Bestselling Memoir, “All Boys Aren’t Blue" for National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

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Thursday, January 14, 2021

We truly build community by each of us showing up fully as who we are, and each of us respecting the diversity that exists within our community.

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We truly build community by each of us showing up fully as who we are, and each of us respecting the diversity that exists within our community.
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), African Americans make up close to 14% of the U.S. population, but close to 50% of new HIV diagnoses.
The short film, which is directed, adapted and produced by Nathan Hale Williams, is a filmed dramatic reading of three chapters of the book performed by Jenifer Lewis (Black-ish), Dylln Burnside (Pose), Bernard David Jones (The Mayor) and Thomas Hobson (Shermans Showcase).
The three-part virtual event will feature live performances, a virtual art installation curated by African American contemporary art dealer/curator, Rodney LoveJones and music featuring Black artists.

Volta Collaborates with Emory Healthcare

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Thursday, December 10, 2020

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"Emory Healthcare is proud to be the nation's first health care facility to partner with Volta, providing our patients, and visitors with convenient car charging and helping inspire our community to grow the region's electric power transportation choices," said Scott D. Boden, M.D., Director of the Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center and Vice President for Business Innovation for Emory Healthcare.

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"Emory Healthcare is proud to be the nation's first health care facility to partner with Volta, providing our patients, and visitors with convenient car charging and helping inspire our community to grow the region's electric power transportation choices," said Scott D. Boden, M.D., Director of the Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center and Vice President for Business Innovation for Emory Healthcare.
Volta car charging stations are part of our ongoing commitment to a more sustainable future for health care," he added.
The Volta stations will be introduced at the new 180,000-square-foot, LEED-certified Emory Musculoskeletal Institute as part of Emory Healthcare's ongoing commitment to develop innovative treatments and provide solutions for health care challenges facing their community.
Emory Healthcare, with more than 24,000 employees and 11 hospitals, is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia.

Pack Health Achieves Preliminary Recognition Status From CDC for Diabetes Prevention Program

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Tuesday, November 24, 2020

Health, Medicine, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Druid Hills, Georgia, United States Public Health Service, Preventive healthcare, Diabetes

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading digital health coaching company Pack Health today announced that it has earned Preliminary Recognition status from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Diabetes Prevention Recognition Program (DPRP).

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Nov. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading digital health coaching company Pack Health today announced that it has earned Preliminary Recognition status from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Diabetes Prevention Recognition Program (DPRP).
This designation is awarded to organizations that are delivering quality, evidence-based diabetes prevention programs (DPP) that meet the required CDC standards, while advancing toward CDC Full Recognition.
"Achieving Preliminary Status for our Diabetes Prevention Program is a significant milestone for Pack Health," says Dhiren Patel, PharmD, CDECS, BC-ADM, BCACP, Vice President of Medical Affairs at Pack Health.
"Our Diabetes Prevention Program is foundational for our company, dating back to the origins of Pack Health.

Bacterial & Viral Specimen Collection Market Size Worth $38.8 Billion By 2027: Grand View Research, Inc.

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Wednesday, November 11, 2020

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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The global bacterial and viral specimen collection market size is expected to reach USD 38.8 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 14.0%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc.

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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The global bacterial and viral specimen collection market size is expected to reach USD 38.8 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 14.0%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc.
This is increasing the demand for bacterial and viral specimen collecting products, thereby driving the market revenue.
As per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were around 8,920 new Tuberculosis (TB) cases in the U.S.
Grand View Research has segmented the global bacterial and viral specimen collection market on the basis of product, application, end-use, and region:
Bacterial & Viral Specimen Collection Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2027)

Bacterial & Viral Specimen Collection Market Size Worth $38.8 Billion By 2027: Grand View Research, Inc.

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Wednesday, November 11, 2020

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The global bacterial and viral specimen collection market size is expected to reach USD 38.8 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 14.0%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc.

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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The global bacterial and viral specimen collection market size is expected to reach USD 38.8 billion by 2027, expanding at a CAGR of 14.0%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc.
This is increasing the demand for bacterial and viral specimen collecting products, thereby driving the market revenue.
As per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were around 8,920 new Tuberculosis (TB) cases in the U.S.
Grand View Research has segmented the global bacterial and viral specimen collection market on the basis of product, application, end-use, and region:
Bacterial & Viral Specimen Collection Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2027)

For Election Season, ComplianceSigns.com Shares Free COVID-19 Safety Tips for Voting Centers

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Thursday, October 22, 2020

Occupational safety and health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Druid Hills, Georgia, United States Public Health Service, Coronavirus disease, Health, Articles, Government agencies

CHADWICK, Ill., Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --ComplianceSigns.com, a leading manufacturer of regulatory-compliant safety signs and labels, announces its creation of a free voting center guide with COVID-19 safety tips for voting center administrators to help keep poll workers and voters safe from the coronavirus this election season.

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CHADWICK, Ill., Oct. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --ComplianceSigns.com, a leading manufacturer of regulatory-compliant safety signs and labels, announces its creation of a free voting center guide with COVID-19 safety tips for voting center administrators to help keep poll workers and voters safe from the coronavirus this election season.
Because of safety regulations established for the Nov. 3 election, polling places are required to follow the protocol from the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC), which includes facemasks, social distancing, and other protective measures designed to help stop the spread of airborne germs.
The free guide, COVID-19 Safety Tips for Voting Centers, addresses CDC recommendations for safe polling activities, as well as:
CDC guidelines specify signs promoting best practices for public health and safety in key areas of all polling places.
ComplianceSigns.com has developed dozens of durable and bright signs, floor markers and other items that offer guidance and instruction to help combat COVID-19 at the polls this fall.

National Prep Team Launches a Customizable COVID-19 Health and Safety e-Learning Course for the Workplace

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Monday, October 19, 2020

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The customizable NPT "Business Unusual" COVID-19 eLearning course will help prepare employers and employees to maintain safe practices in the workplace.

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The customizable NPT "Business Unusual" COVID-19 eLearning course will help prepare employers and employees to maintain safe practices in the workplace.
This self-paced course derives inspiration from various pandemic-related initiatives, (including key guidelines established by Centers for Disease Control's (CDC) and other health and safety organizations).
The health and safety challenges encountered during the pandemic require cleanliness and safety training for employees.
NPT's COVID-19 eLearning course is designed to help employees understand pertinent concepts and processes needed to adhere to company-related COVID-19 safety and health protocols.