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CURE Media Group and Oncology Nursing News Announces the 2024 Extraordinary Healer® Award Finalists

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Friday, March 15, 2024

This award honors oncology nurses whose compassion and expertise improve the lives of their patients.

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This award honors oncology nurses whose compassion and expertise improve the lives of their patients.
The award presentations and winner announcement will be held on April 24, 2024 during the Oncology Nursing Society's Annual Congress at The Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.
The finalists for the 2024 Extraordinary Healer award are:
Jessica McDade, B.S.N., RN, OCN.
For more information on the 2024 Extraordinary Healer event and to register, please visit the event page .

National Impaired Driving Prevention Week – Combatting Impaired Driving Requires Holistic Approach

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Friday, March 15, 2024

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OAKVILLE, Ontario, March 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- March 17 – 23, 2023 is National Impaired Driving Prevention Week.

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OAKVILLE, Ontario, March 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- March 17 – 23, 2023 is National Impaired Driving Prevention Week.
Despite the progress that has been made, impaired driving is still one of the leading causes of criminal death in Canada.
MADD Canada’s National President, Tanya Hansen Pratt, knows all too well the real cost of impaired driving.
Drug impaired driving also endangers Canadians and according to Public Safety Canada, is on the rise.

Uplifting Memoir UNPREDICTABLE Chronicles Abuse Recovery, Courage Through Faith

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

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Two battles with cancer, surviving eighty-nine surgeries, and processing a childhood filled with every kind of abuse, she has built a successful and deeply fulfilling life.

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Two battles with cancer, surviving eighty-nine surgeries, and processing a childhood filled with every kind of abuse, she has built a successful and deeply fulfilling life.
Her true story is recounted in her memoir, Unpredictable: The walk in and out of darkness, a brand new title launched this fall by Palmetto Publishing.
The book was written to reach those who have faced chronic illness, other serious health conditions, domestic violence, and childhood trauma.
More than anything, she believes she was able to heal as a result of her faith.

PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC) Extends Exclusive Rights and Distribution Agreement With A+E Networks for "Cold Case Files" and "I Survived" Podcasts

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

LOS ANGELES, CA, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire – PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC), a leading podcast platform and a subsidiary of LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO), which owns ~73% of the PODC outstanding common stock, announced today that it has extended its agreement with A+E Networks for the exclusive sales and distribution rights to popular true crime podcasts “Cold Case Files” and “I Survived.” As part of the agreement, the two thriving media companies will expand their relationship and introduce two new podcasts based on A&E’s long-running television programs, “American Justice” and “City Confidential.”

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Based on the groundbreaking A&E television series, “I Survived” documents harrowing stories of human endurance.
Our listeners love these podcasts and our network team loves working with A&E as do our advertisers.
It’s a fantastic relationship and we are looking forward to more great successes together,” said Kit Gray, President and Co-founder of PodcastOne.
PodcastOne shows are available through PodcastOne , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon and wherever podcasts are heard.

SECU Foundation Awards Crittenton $600,000 Grant for Capital Campaign Project

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SECU Foundation has awarded a $600,000 challenge grant to Crittenton , a Mecklenburg County non-profit dedicated to serving vulnerable women, families, and children in North Carolina.

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SECU Foundation has awarded a $600,000 challenge grant to Crittenton , a Mecklenburg County non-profit dedicated to serving vulnerable women, families, and children in North Carolina.
The Foundation’s grant will help fund a capital campaign project to meet the current and future needs of their residential programs.
The Foundation’s grant and the support of so many others are ensuring Crittenton can continue their critical work for many years to come.”
“We are grateful for our partnership with SECU Foundation and for this grant which enables Crittenton to meet our capital campaign goal, purchase our facility, and expand our parking and recreation area,” said Crittenton CEO Jada Charley.
Since 2004, SECU Foundation has made a collective financial commitment of over $258 million for initiatives to benefit North Carolinians statewide.

Registration Opens For Free Event On Navigating Cancer And Employment, Allsup Explains

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

This free virtual event brings together cancer patients, survivors, healthcare professionals, employers and advocates to discuss effective management of treatment, recovery and employment for individuals who have cancer.

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This free virtual event brings together cancer patients, survivors, healthcare professionals, employers and advocates to discuss effective management of treatment, recovery and employment for individuals who have cancer.
“Cancer and Careers exemplifies genuine commitment to aiding those affected by cancer, whether they’re navigating employment during or after their diagnosis,” said T.J. Geist, Allsup Principal Advocate.
AES assigns a dedicated case manager to beneficiaries and offers free support and resources through the Ticket to Work Program.
The conference is designed to equip attendees with the knowledge and resources needed to manage their careers through the cancer journey successfully.

Helius Medical Technologies, Inc. Initiates Open-Label Study for Registrational Program in Stroke

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

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NEWTOWN, Pa., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Helius Medical Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:HSDT) (“Helius” or the “Company”), a neurotech company focused on delivering a novel therapeutic neuromodulation approach for balance and gait deficits, today announced the initiation of an open-label study for its registrational program in stroke. The program was established based on encouraging early trial results as well as real-world evidence from Canada, where PoNS is already authorized for treatment of stroke, and aims to establish the effects of cranial-nerve non-invasive neuromodulation (“CN-NINM”), delivered using PoNS Therapy®, on gait and dynamic balance in chronic stroke survivors.

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-- Results will support efforts to achieve U.S. authorization under PoNS’s breakthrough designation for stroke --
NEWTOWN, Pa., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Helius Medical Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:HSDT) (“Helius” or the “Company”), a neurotech company focused on delivering a novel therapeutic neuromodulation approach for balance and gait deficits, today announced the initiation of an open-label study for its registrational program in stroke.
Under the direction of Mark Bowden, PT, PhD, Brooks Rehabilitation (“Brooks Rehabilitation”) will be the first site to enroll patients.
Brooks Rehabilitation is already a participant site to the Company’s ongoing investigator-initiated, placebo-controlled study in stroke, led by Dr. Steven Kautz at the Medical University of South Carolina (“MUSC”).
“PoNS Therapy has the potential to meaningfully improve the lives of over five million stroke patients affected by walking and balance disability.

Fight Colorectal Cancer Unites Over 200 Advocates in Washington, D.C. for the 18th Annual Call-on Congress Event

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

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WASHINGTON, D.C., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a powerful display of unity, Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC) is hosting the 18th Annual Call-on Congress event, bringing together over 200 colorectal cancer survivors, caregivers, and loved ones.

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WASHINGTON, D.C., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a powerful display of unity, Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC) is hosting the 18th Annual Call-on Congress event, bringing together over 200 colorectal cancer survivors, caregivers, and loved ones.
This landmark advocacy initiative aims to elevate personal stories and press for increased funding and support to combat colorectal cancer (CRC) .
Colorectal cancer, encompassing colon and rectal cancers, stands as the second-leading cause of cancer deaths for both men and women combined in the United States.
Encouraging Members of Congress to Champion Colorectal Cancer : Advocates will call on their representatives to become champions for colorectal cancer, actively working to transform the statistics surrounding the disease by joining the Colorectal Cancer Caucus.

FOX Nation to Debut New Docuseries ‘Surviving Hamas: A Benjamin Hall Special’ on April 9

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

FOX Nation will debut a two-part docuseries hosted by FOX News correspondent Benjamin Hall on April 9, announced Lauren Petterson, president of the platform.

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FOX Nation will debut a two-part docuseries hosted by FOX News correspondent Benjamin Hall on April 9, announced Lauren Petterson, president of the platform.
Entitled Surviving Hamas: A Benjamin Hall Special, the two hour-long episodes will explore the devastating firsthand experiences of individuals in the Israeli community following the October 7, 2023 attack.
Throughout the series, Hall visits some of the hardest hit communities providing an update for viewers as the 200-day milestone nears.
FOX Nation is a direct-to-consumer on-demand streaming service designed to complement the FOX News Channel experience with a members-only destination for its most passionate and loyal super fans.

Paris Hilton’s 11:11 Media Impact Press Conference Recap Following Abuse Allegations at Troubled Teen School

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Paris’ nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact, the social impact arm of her next-gen media company, hosted the press conference today.

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Paris’ nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact, the social impact arm of her next-gen media company, hosted the press conference today.
American parents have shipped their children, including many adoptees, across international borders to facilities and countries they've never seen.
The press conference covered the serious abuse and neglect allegations against Atlantis Leadership Academy, including claims that youth were subjected to beatings, chokeholds, starvation, and denied a proper education.
11:11 Media Impact hopes getting involved helps play a critical role in safeguarding these young lives.