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Fors Marsh Group Awarded Second Contract Supporting National COVID-19 Vaccine Awareness Campaign

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Thursday, August 5, 2021
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ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fors Marsh Group (FMG) announced that it was awarded a second contract, valued at $150 million, for the nationwide COVID-19 Public Education Campaign by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of the Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fors Marsh Group (FMG) announced that it was awarded a second contract, valued at $150 million, for the nationwide COVID-19 Public Education Campaign by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of the Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs.
  • The single-award contract extends the firm's current one-year HHS contract and tasks FMG and its subcontractor partners with continuing the implementation of its behavioral change social marketing to encourage Americans to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
  • "We are proud of the impact we have had thus far and honored that HHS is validating the results by asking us to continue on."
  • According to Ostby, "The fact that we've been working on this campaign since before the vaccine was approved positions our team to continue its work influencing people's behavior and creating meaningful change."

Mintz Group Names Patricia Astorga General Counsel

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Mintz Group, a global leader in investigative and due diligence services, announced that Patricia Astorga, former prosecutor with the U.S. Department of Justice and experienced corporate litigator, has joined the firm. Patricia is succeeding Andy Melnick as General Counsel, who is retiring later this year after serving the firm as Partner and General Counsel for more than 20 years. 

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Mintz Group, a global leader in investigative and due diligence services, announced that Patricia Astorga, former prosecutor with the U.S. Department of Justice and experienced corporate litigator, has joined the firm.
  • Patricia is succeeding Andy Melnick as General Counsel, who is retiring later this year after serving the firm as Partner and General Counsel for more than 20 years.
  • "Patricia is a great fit with Mintz Group because of her sharp focus on ethics and dedication to transparency.I couldn't be more pleased to welcome Patricia to the team."
  • Patricia joins Mintz Group from the U.S. Department of Justice, where she most recently served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the District of New Jersey and the Western District of New York.

Hospital Acquired Infection Control Market Analysis Report 2021-2028 by Type (Equipment, Services, Consumables), by End User (Hospitals & ICUs, Ambulatory Surgical & Diagnostic Centers) - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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The "Hospital Acquired Infection Control Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Type (Equipment, Services, Consumables), by End User (Hospitals & ICUs, Ambulatory Surgical & Diagnostic Centers), by Region and Segment Forecasts, 2021-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Hospital Acquired Infection Control Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Type (Equipment, Services, Consumables), by End User (Hospitals & ICUs, Ambulatory Surgical & Diagnostic Centers), by Region and Segment Forecasts, 2021-2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The key factors driving the market growth include the rising incidence of Hospital Acquired Infections (HAIs), supportive government initiatives and the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The demand for infection control equipment and consumables also stemmed from the need to stop the spread of COVID-19.
  • The company was merged into Getinge's Infection Control portfolio to expand its offerings in the business area of Surgical Workflows
    Chapter 3 Hospital Acquired Infection Control Market Variables, Trends & Scope

Teen Athletes Prepare For Fall Sports With Good Nutrition, Physical Activity: Academy Of Nutrition And Dietetics Celebrates Kids Eat Right Month™

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
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The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics guides teens on how to safely resume fall sports and properly fuel their bodies.

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  • The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics guides teens on how to safely resume fall sports and properly fuel their bodies.
  • In August, the Academy and its Foundation celebrate the importance of healthful eating and active lifestyles for children and their families during the annual Kids Eat Right Month.
  • "The nutrition and physical activity recommendations for teen athletes differ based on the physical demands of the sport as well as the age and sex of the athlete."
  • Representing more than 112,000 credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.

Leading solar companies unite with state solar advocates to advance a new automated permitting process to cut the cost of solar

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
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It will cut the time and expense of going solar in the U.S., where the cost of installation is 2-3 times greater than in countries like Germany, the United Kingdom, and Australia.

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  • It will cut the time and expense of going solar in the U.S., where the cost of installation is 2-3 times greater than in countries like Germany, the United Kingdom, and Australia.
  • Solar installers will have more clarity about the process, get more projects done and contribute more to local economies.
  • To support this goal, a group of solar companies, state solar energy associations, clean energy advocates, and environmental organizations has launched The SolarAPP+ Campaign to raise awareness about SolarAPP+ and promote its adoption.
  • "By adopting SolarAPP+, cities can ramp up more solar in their communities, while improving the quality and safety of their permitting process.

JFF Awarded $13 Million U.S. Department of Labor Funding to Expand Equity and Inclusion in Apprenticeship

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
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Through this cooperative agreement, JFF will provide direct, hands-on training and support to employers, education and training providers, and community organizations to help them increase diversity, equity, and inclusion in U.S. apprenticeships.

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  • Through this cooperative agreement, JFF will provide direct, hands-on training and support to employers, education and training providers, and community organizations to help them increase diversity, equity, and inclusion in U.S. apprenticeships.
  • Research has long shown that apprenticeship is an effective approach to building a skilled labor force and creating pathways to long-term employment, but apprenticeship has not benefited all members of the workforce equitably.
  • The organization will also offer training and technical assistance to apprenticeship providers and develop field-facing tools, resources, and educational content.
  • For nearly 40 years, JFF has led the way in designing innovative and scalable solutions that create access to economic advancement for all.www.jff.org.

PJM Members Elect David E. Mills to Board of Managers

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
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VALLEY FORGE, Penn., July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- PJM Interconnection announced today that its members have elected David E. Mills to the PJM Board of Managers.

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  • VALLEY FORGE, Penn., July 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- PJM Interconnection announced today that its members have elected David E. Mills to the PJM Board of Managers.
  • Mills fills a vacancy following the resignation of Neil Smith, which was effective April 8.
  • Mills is an energy consultant with a demonstrated track record of strategic leadership in the power and natural gas industry.
  • For the latest news about PJM, visit PJM Inside Lines at insidelines.pjm.com .

Lead Battery Industry Releases Innovation Roadmap to Strengthen U.S. Energy Sector Infrastructure

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
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In response, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) publicly committed to further investment to create and sustain American leadership in energy storage.

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  • In response, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) publicly committed to further investment to create and sustain American leadership in energy storage.
  • The lead battery industry, with its reliable and proven domestic infrastructure has developed an innovation roadmap to demonstrate its role in helping DOE meet that challenge.
  • "DOE's renewed focus on energy storage R&D represents a unique opportunity for demonstrable gains in the U.S. battery industry.
  • Advanced lead batteries hold the promise of a truly sustainable, U.S. battery energy storage industry.

Excella Awarded $9.8M Contract to Support HHS OIG

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
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Excella , a pioneer in Agile technology solutions, announced a five-year contract with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Inspector General (HHS OIG) .

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  • Excella , a pioneer in Agile technology solutions, announced a five-year contract with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Inspector General (HHS OIG) .
  • Through the contract, Excella will build-out the Grants Analytics Portal (GAP) to expand HHS OIGs ability to monitor Medicare, Medicaid, and more than 100 of the agencys discretionary programs.
  • Excella will also focus on ensuring all OIG programs operate effectively while also identifying fraud, waste, and abuse (FWA).
  • "As the largest grant-making agency in the United States, HHS OIG has a huge task to ensure funds are appropriately allocated and identify grant fraud.

Experienced HHS Lawyer to Advise McDermott Clients on Cutting-Edge Matters at the Intersection of Digital Health, Health IT Policy and Fraud and Abuse

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Wednesday, September 12, 2018
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At McDermott, Mr. Cannatti will leverage the experience gained through his work at OIG to help health care and life sciences clients navigate the complex and evolving regulatory landscape.

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  • At McDermott, Mr. Cannatti will leverage the experience gained through his work at OIG to help health care and life sciences clients navigate the complex and evolving regulatory landscape.
  • He also brings to the Firm his experience with OIG health IT oversight and policy issues, along with a deep understanding of digital health, fraud and abuse matters, cybersecurity, and value-based payment models.
  • Mr. Cannatti will further use his OIG background to counsel White Collar and Litigation clients on a variety of digital health-related legal and regulatory matters.
  • "McDermott has a long history of working with leading clients on some of the health care industry's most important legal matters," said Mr. Cannatti.