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Equality Health's Texas Medical Director to Speak at Digital Health Engagement and Experience Summit in Houston

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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PHOENIX, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Equality Health, a leader in value-based care, announced today that Sherri Onyiego, MD, PhD, Texas Medical Director for the company, is speaking on a panel at The Healthcare Innovation Company's (thINc) Digital Health Engagement and Experience Summit for Health Plans and Hospital Systems, a two-day event held Sept. 27-28 at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Hotel.

Key Points: 
  • PHOENIX, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Equality Health, a leader in value-based care, announced today that Sherri Onyiego, MD, PhD, Texas Medical Director for the company, is speaking on a panel at The Healthcare Innovation Company's (thINc) Digital Health Engagement and Experience Summit for Health Plans and Hospital Systems, a two-day event held Sept. 27-28 at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Hotel.
  • The panel, "Making an Impact: How Digital Transformation Can Advance Health Equity Efforts" will be moderated by Heather Nelson, Health Equity Leader, Digital Transformation Cross-Industry with Deloitte Consulting.
  • Onyiego will join other health equity experts from DC Health Benefit Exchange Authority, Boston Medical Center and Houston Methodist Hospital.
  • "Making an Impact: How Digital Transformation Can Advance Health Equity Efforts" will be held on day one of the summit, Wed., Sept. 27, 9:20-10:35 a.m. CT, at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria, 2222 W Loop S, Houston.

AIS Healthcare Leadership Featured at NASP 2023 Annual Meeting and Expo

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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AIS Healthcare, a leading provider of targeted drug delivery (TDD) and infusion care solutions, announced its participation in the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP) 2023 Annual Meeting and Expo, which took place on September 18th – 21st in Grapevine, Texas.

Key Points: 
  • AIS Healthcare, a leading provider of targeted drug delivery (TDD) and infusion care solutions, announced its participation in the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy (NASP) 2023 Annual Meeting and Expo, which took place on September 18th – 21st in Grapevine, Texas.
  • At the NASP 2023 Annual Meeting and Expo, AIS Healthcare sponsored a continuing education symposium through an unrestricted educational grant that focused on the critical topic of USP 797 guideline revisions, a set of standards developed by U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP) governing the safe compounding of sterile preparations in healthcare settings, and its impact on the healthcare industry.
  • AIS Healthcare is honored to have participated in the NASP 2023 Annual Meeting and Expo and is committed to fostering innovation and excellence in pharmaceutical compounding.
  • For more information about the NASP 2023 Annual Meeting and Expo, please visit www.naspmeeting.com .

The Joint Commission announces Sustainable Healthcare Certification for U.S. hospitals

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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OAKBROOK TERRACE, Illinois, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Joint Commission today announced a voluntary Sustainable Healthcare Certification (SHC) program for U.S. hospitals, effective Jan. 1, 2024, acting upon requests from healthcare organizations that want to accelerate their sustainable practices and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Key Points: 
  • OAKBROOK TERRACE, Illinois, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Joint Commission today announced a voluntary Sustainable Healthcare Certification (SHC) program for U.S. hospitals, effective Jan. 1, 2024, acting upon requests from healthcare organizations that want to accelerate their sustainable practices and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
  • Now is the time for The Joint Commission to take its place among other leading healthcare organizations to help accelerate environmental sustainability.
  • The Joint Commission also has launched an online Sustainable Healthcare Resource Center .
  • Hospitals can begin working toward certification immediately and apply as soon as Jan. 1, 2024.

North Texas Food Bank Welcomes New Board Members

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Monday, July 10, 2023
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Dallas, July 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) today announced the addition of five new members to its board of directors: Chris Barrett, Edmundo Castañeda, Kim Cockrell, Russell Jones and Tom Walker.

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  • Dallas, July 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) today announced the addition of five new members to its board of directors: Chris Barrett, Edmundo Castañeda, Kim Cockrell, Russell Jones and Tom Walker.
  • “As we work to close the hunger gap in North Texas by providing access to nutritious food, I am thrilled to welcome these new leaders to the North Texas Food Bank Board of Directors,” said Jerri Garison, current Board Chair for the North Texas Food Bank.
  • Under his leadership, the North Texas Food Bank provided a record number of meals while developing a long-term operational strategy to provide food for today and hope for tomorrow for people facing hunger in North Texas.
  • During his tenure, he took the lead in updating the North Texas Food Bank’s Investment Policy Statement amongst other initiatives.

Aspira Women’s Health Appoints Dr. Winfred Parnell to its Board of Directors

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, June 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aspira Women’s Health Inc. (“Aspira”) (Nasdaq: AWH), a bio-analytical based women’s health company focused on the development of gynecologic disease diagnostic tools, today announced the appointment of Dr. Winfred Parnell as a new independent director on the Aspira Board of Directors, effective June 1, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, June 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aspira Women’s Health Inc. (“Aspira”) (Nasdaq: AWH), a bio-analytical based women’s health company focused on the development of gynecologic disease diagnostic tools, today announced the appointment of Dr. Winfred Parnell as a new independent director on the Aspira Board of Directors, effective June 1, 2023.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Parnell to our Board of Directors.
  • “As we expand our product portfolio, Dr. Parnell’s clinical, business, and board experience will be invaluable.”
    Dr. Winfred Parnell is a board-certified physician in obstetrics and gynecologic care.
  • Dr. Parnell noted, “I am honored to join the board of Aspira.

West Dallas Cancer Awareness Event and Health Fair to Offer Free Information, Education and Screenings April 14-15, 2023

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Monday, April 3, 2023
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The top five types of cancers across the state of Texas include: breast, prostate, lung, colorectal and kidney/renal pelvis.

Key Points: 
  • The top five types of cancers across the state of Texas include: breast, prostate, lung, colorectal and kidney/renal pelvis.
  • In an effort to help increase awareness of this prevalent disease, organizations are partnering to bring education, information and health screenings to the West Dallas Community with a free health event.
  • On Friday, April 14, UT Southwestern Moncrief Cancer Institute will offer free on-site mammography screenings through its Mobile Cancer Clinic.
  • The innovative 18-wheeler clinic will provide screening services in the parking lot of Head Start Dallas at 3737 Goldman St., Dallas, TX 75212.

Milliman wins three benefits communication graphic design awards for national client campaigns

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Monday, January 30, 2023
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SEATTLE, Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Milliman, Inc., a premiere global consulting, actuarial, and benefits administration firm, today announced it has won a 2022 MarCom Platinum Award in Strategic Communications from the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals and two 2022 Health+Wellness Design Awards from Graphic Design USA.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Milliman, Inc., a premiere global consulting, actuarial, and benefits administration firm, today announced it has won a 2022 MarCom Platinum Award in Strategic Communications from the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals and two 2022 Health+Wellness Design Awards from Graphic Design USA.
  • "We are thrilled to have been recognized internationally for outstanding achievement in graphic design," Julie Bentz, Milliman Principal and Employee Benefits Administration Communication Director, said.
  • Graphic design is a key component of successful communication, and these awards are a beautiful affirmation of the creativity our designers deliver to each and every project."
  • Thank you Milliman for working with us to convey this important message to our people," said Michelle Toney, Vice President Employee Benefits, Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits.

North American Partners in Anesthesia recognized as a 2022 Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Award recipient by the National Quality Forum and The Joint Commission for National Level Innovation in Patient Safety and Quality

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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MELVILLE, N.Y., Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- North American Partners in Anesthesia (NAPA) has been recognized with the prestigious John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Award for 2022 in the National Level Innovation in Patient Safety and Quality category.

Key Points: 
  • MELVILLE, N.Y., Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- North American Partners in Anesthesia (NAPA) has been recognized with the prestigious John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Award for 2022 in the National Level Innovation in Patient Safety and Quality category.
  • Dr. Eisenberg chaired the federal government's Quality Interagency Coordination Task Force and personally led AHRQ's grant program to support patient safety research.
  • NAPA's ARA program was developed through its NAPA Anesthesia Patient Safety Institute (NAPSI), one of only 99 national Patient Safety Organizations (PSOs) listed by AHRQ.
  • We also congratulate Dr. Jason S. Adelman, recipient of the Individual Achievement Award, and Parkland Health, recipient of the Local Level Innovation in Patient Safety and Quality Award.

Chronic Care Staffing Ranks No. 31 on the SC 50 Fastest Growing Companies List

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Friday, November 11, 2022
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CHARLESTON, S.C. , Nov. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Chronic Care Staffing, LLC ("CCS"), a leading outsourced provider of clinically-based virtual care management services, has been recognized by The South Carolina Business Awards as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Palmetto State. Chronic Care Staffing ranks number 31 on the SC 50 Fastest Growing Companies list with three-year revenue growth of 275%.

Key Points: 
  • Chronic Care Staffing ranks number 31 on the SC 50 Fastest Growing Companies list with three-year revenue growth of 275%.
  • CCS was founded in 2015, coinciding with the launch of CMS' Chronic Care Management initiative.
  • The South Carolina 50 Fastest Growing Companies designation also offers the management team of Chronic Care Staffing an opportunity to reflect and maintain perspective.
  • For additional information about Chronic Care Staffing, please contact Patrick Dowd, National Sales Director.

CheckedUp Acquires Health Media Network

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Friday, October 21, 2022
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CheckedUp (or the Company), one of the leading providers of 100% digital healthcare solutions at the point of care, announced today that it has acquired Health Media Network (HMN), a provider of digital healthcare solutions and wellness content to health venues across the country.

Key Points: 
  • CheckedUp (or the Company), one of the leading providers of 100% digital healthcare solutions at the point of care, announced today that it has acquired Health Media Network (HMN), a provider of digital healthcare solutions and wellness content to health venues across the country.
  • CheckedUp is backed by Rockbridge Growth Equity ("Rockbridge"), a partnership-oriented middle market private equity firm with a differentiated approach to building and growing companies.
  • The combination creates a scaled digital network with a focus on technology innovation and delivering dedicated customer service and support.
  • HMN will provide increased network breadth and a foothold in key healthcare verticals, which will complement CheckedUps existing footprint.