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  • CORRECTION: Rythmia Life Advancement Center Partners with Nicoya Macaw Project to Repopulate Costa Rica’s Scarlet Macaw Population

    CORRECTION: Rythmia Life Advancement Center Partners with Nicoya Macaw Project to Repopulate Costa Rica’s Scarlet Macaw Population

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    The partnership aims to repopulate the scarlet macaw in Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, with select habitats to be located on-site at Rythmia.

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    Jul 19, 2022


    LOS ANGELES, July 19, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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    Rythmia Life Advancement Center, an all-inclusive, medically licensed plant medicine center located in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, announces a partnership with Nicoya Macaw Project to support its effort to repopulate Costa Rica’s declining scarlet macaw population in the Nicoya Peninsula.

    The Nicoya Macaw Project model farm, located in San José Pinilla, has an adequate hatchery space for the preservation of macaws. The farm is home to roughly 20 pairs of macaws and intends to release 30 per year back into the wild. In 10 years, Nicoya Macaw Project estimates the reintroduction of over 300 macaws back into the wild. Rythmia will work with the Nicoya Macaw Project team to develop additional eco-friendly and sustainable habitats to revitalize local macaw populations.

    “Through the partnership, we’ll be able to better protect and set up new homes for the macaws, with two nests located onsite at the resort,” said Gerard Armond Powell, CEO of Rythmia Life Advancement Center. “Rythmia is an ideal habitat, offering a secluded, tropical location with the peace of mind that comes with proper security. We are thrilled to work with Nicoya Macaw Project to create a space dedicated specifically for these birds’ care and facilitate the repopulation of the species.”

    Although it is not on the list of endangered species, the scarlet macaw population has seen a significant decrease in the past several decades. The decline of the scarlet macaw in the region is largely attributed to two factors: the capture of birds for sale and deforestation. 

    “Unfortunately, years in captivity and human dependence mean many scarlet macaws can never be returned to the wild,” said Ismael Carranza Ortiz, Tropical Biologist with the Nicoya Macaw Project. “However, they will be instrumental in our efforts to repopulate the species, as young birds can be released after adapting to the climate and surrounding area. We are planning to accomplish the controlled reproduction utilizing two areas on the resort property set aside specifically for the macaws.”

    A new generation of macaws is released once they are old enough to have an independent life and have acclimated to the area. Birds are released in Avellanas Beach and their development is closely monitored via identification chips to ensure the continuity of the species. Macaws are completely monogamous, remain in pairs for life, and can live up to 75 to 80 years.

    ABOUT RYTHMIA LIFE ADVANCEMENT CENTER

    Rythmia Life Advancement Center is focused on incorporating plant medicine into metaphysical teachings. The results of its program are spectacular, with over 95% of its 12,000+ clients reporting a life-changing miracle during their stay. Furthermore, the company is a model of diversity. Eighty-two percent of Rythmia’s staff are members of a minority community and/or identify as LGBTQ+. And the company prides itself on its management team, 70% of whom are members of a minority community and/or identify as LGBTQ+. For further information and/or reservations, call (888) 443-5566 or visit https://rythmia.link/press

    Media Contact

    Maria Penaloza
    maria.penaloza@newswire.com

    Source: Rythmia Life Advancement Center

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  • FirstNet, Built With AT&T, Teams With First H.E.L.P. to Support Public Safety Professionals Around the Country With #MissionReadyRetreats

    FirstNet, Built With AT&T, Teams With First H.E.L.P. to Support Public Safety Professionals Around the Country With #MissionReadyRetreats

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    Jul 15, 2022


    CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., July 15, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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    First H.E.L.P. and FirstNet®, Built with AT&T, have teamed up to provide first responders in communities throughout America with a world-class mental health resource through First H.E.L.P.’s week long #MissionReadyRetreats. 

    Each #MissionReadyRetreats provides up to 15 First Responders from across the nation the opportunity to come together for a seven-day resilience-building retreat. The program emphasizes what First H.E.L.P. calls the 3Ps of Responder Readiness: Performance, Persistence, and Prevention. Thanks to FirstNet – Built with AT&T, First Responders can participate in this incredible opportunity at absolutely no cost to the agency or the individual.   

    Using individual mindfulness practices, facilitated discussions, and group activities, the retreat provides more than 48 hours of structured learning and development events. #ResponderReadiness explores how stress impacts their lives, how to build resilience, and how to communicate more effectively at work and home. During Alternative Stress Learning, the group participates in an activity such as leatherworking or woodworking to explore a healthy stress coping practice. Mindfulness practices, journaling, healthy meals, and fireside conversations round out the curriculum.  Participants also practice healthy rest and sleep habits. They detach from the digital world and immerse themselves into a healthy environment.

    “Our nation’s first responders work tirelessly, selflessly serving their communities. That day-to-day grind takes a toll on their physical, emotional, and mental well-being,” says Robert Winner, First H.E.L.P.’s Retreat Director. He goes on to say, “We have designed this retreat in a way that combines research-based instruction on developing resilience and healthy living with an opportunity to recharge and reset in a peer-based environment. When participants leave the retreat and return to their Agencies, they will be ‘Mission Ready!’”

    The organization conducted their first #MissionReadinessRetreats in May and has two more scheduled for 2022.  #MRREast: Charles Town, WV, July 21-27 and #MRRWest: Cle Elum, WA, October 23-28. Interested? Register on First H.E.L.P.’s website: 1sthelp.org/mission-ready-retreats/

    AT&T is working to ease the burden for communities by providing high-quality training to first responders at no cost. FirstNet is the only nationwide, high-speed broadband communications platform dedicated to and purpose-built for America’s first responders and the extended public safety community. Shaped by the vision of Congress and the first responder community following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, FirstNet is built with AT&T in public-private partnership with the First Responder Network Authority, an independent agency within the federal government. 

    This training is open to all federal, state and local First Responders across the nation; priority will go to smaller communities.

    For more information email contact@1sthelp.org ATTN: Rob Winner. 

    Source: First H.E.L.P.

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  • Alphagreen Group Acquires 96North, a 100% Natural Aromatherapy Brand With Eye on Further Acquisitions

    Alphagreen Group Acquires 96North, a 100% Natural Aromatherapy Brand With Eye on Further Acquisitions

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    96North acquisition is Alphagreen Group’s entrance into the Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) market. The aromatherapy sector is a natural next stage for the wellness-focused house of brands. Alphagreen will utilise its NUOPTIMA service arm to optimise growth.

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    Jul 12, 2022


    LONDON, July 12, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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    Alphagreen Group, a house of brands focused on the health and wellness e-commerce sector, has acquired organic aromatherapy candle brand 96North.

    Alphagreen Group has a growing portfolio of brands within the wellness niche and is looking to increase their acquisition pipeline as other aggregators have decreased their acquisitions. 96North is a US-grown brand that recently expanded into the UK. They have been selling on the Amazon platform since 2020 and rank in the top 1% of jar candles.

    96North is currently on track to achieve 260% growth in the 12 months after acquisition. With an increase in stock and marketing spend, which Alphagreen were keen to provide, the brand can successfully scale on Amazon and within other channels. Since the acquisition, 96North has doubled in the number of customer reviews on the Amazon platform, which is a vital algorithmic element for organic ranking.

    With Alphagreen Group’s focus on consumer wellness areas of sleep, pain, and anxiety, the aromatherapy niche is naturally a sector of interest for the house of brands. Alphagreen is also committed to providing sustainable and environmentally safe products to answer the ethical requirements of the modern wellness consumer. The group has a pipeline of new products to be launched to extend 96North’s presence in the aromatherapy market including reed diffusers, mists and several more.

    Alphagreen Group’s growth optimisation service arm, NUOPTIMA, is the driving force behind Alphagreen’s brand acquisition and incubation strategy. The team has already helped just under 100 brands deliver improvements and revenue growth on Amazon and platforms such as Google, Facebook and Tik Tok. Fulfilment operations in the UK and Europe will allow the brand to further scale its DTC and omnichannel presence in the US, UK and EU markets. 

    Alphagreen Founder and CEO Alexej Pikovsky said: “96North is a proud addition to our portfolio and we are excited to explore the potential this brand has for further product offerings in the home fragrance and aromatherapy niche. Alphagreen Group has been waiting for the right strategic acquisition before entering the Amazon FBA market and, after deep due diligence of over 40 brands, we know 96North has the solid yearly growth figures and a strong category presence to align with our initial goals. As a house of brands with a tech-enabled business service under our umbrella, we are uniquely positioned and have the specialist capability to bring acquired brands to market and effectively scale quickly.”

    Pikovsky predicts that due to the upcoming changes to privacy regulations, and the rising costs of social advertising, Amazon will become a fundamental channel for DTC brands in the future. 96North is the first of the Group’s strategic acquisitions within the Amazon FBA arena.

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    Notes to Editors

    For more information contact alphagreen@shift6studios.com.

    About Alphagreen Group

    Alphagreen Group is a global acquisition and incubation platform with a health & wellness focus. The group helps brands to scale via its own distribution channels and an extensive external omnichannel network.

    Founded in 2019, Alphagreen Group was born from a passion for health and wellbeing, combined with technology and innovation. The brainchild of entrepreneurs Alexej Pikovsky and Viktor Khliupko, Alphagreen is working to simplify the entire shopper experience across self-care wellness sectors including sleep, pain, and anxiety.

    Source: Alphagreen Group

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  • FirstNet, Built With AT&T, Teams With First H.E.L.P. to Support First Responders in Phoenix Area With #ResponderReadiness Training

    FirstNet, Built With AT&T, Teams With First H.E.L.P. to Support First Responders in Phoenix Area With #ResponderReadiness Training

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    Jul 11, 2022


    CHANDLER, Ariz., July 11, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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    First H.E.L.P. and FirstNet®, Built with AT&T, have teamed up to provide first responders in communities throughout Arizona with world-class mental health training through First H.E.L.P.’s #ResponderReadiness Workshop Series. 

    On July 18-20 Chandler Police Department will host a series of Mental Health and Wellness Workshops for area First Responders. First H.E.L.P. will provide two 4-hour #ResponderReadiness Workshops where participants explore the impact that operational stress and trauma has on their careers and families.  They will use scenario-based training to practice difficult conversations about mental health and suicide prevention and they learn to practice First H.E.L.P.’s R.A.N.G.E. of Resilience. In addition to the two #ResponderReadiness workshops, there is a 4-hour #SupervisorReadiness Workshop for managers and a 4-hour #ProviderReadiness Workshop for area Mental Health Providers who serve First Responders.   

    According to First H.E.L.P.’s CEO and Co-Founder, Dr. Jeffrey McGill, “Providing awareness and practical tools can help first responders perform at their best throughout their career, benefitting the responder, their family, their agency, and the community they serve.”

    Since 2016, First H.E.L.P. has consistently tracked law enforcement suicides throughout the nation and in 2021, opened their efforts to include all first responders. The State of Arizona has lost at least 18 First Responders to suicide since 2017. 

    AT&T is working to ease the burden for communities by providing high-quality training to Arizona first responders at no cost. FirstNet is the only nationwide, high-speed broadband communications platform dedicated to and purpose-built for America’s first responders and the extended public safety community. Shaped by the vision of Congress and the first responder community following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, FirstNet is built with AT&T in public-private partnership with the First Responder Network Authority, an independent agency within the federal government. 

    “AT&T’s commitment to our public safety community goes beyond our FirstNet network connectivity,” said Dr. Anna Courie, DPN, RN, PHNA-BC, Director, Responder Wellness, FirstNet Program at AT&T. “We are dedicated to working with First H.E.L.P. to bring mental health resources to first responders across the country—especially in rural areas with limited access. This program with First H.E.L.P. will better equip first responders mentally and physically and help our public safety community stay safer.”

    The training program reinforces the strategic priorities established by the FirstNet Health and Wellness Coalition (FNHWC) to support first responders and their families. The mission of the FNHWC is to integrate responder, community, industry, and academic capabilities to support the health, wellness, and readiness of American first responders.

    Register for this workshop on First H.E.L.P. ‘s website: https://1sthelp.org/event/2022chandler/.

    Source: First H.E.L.P.

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  • SinuSonic Announces Presentation of Double-Blind, Sham-Controlled Trial Data Showing Regular Use of the Device Improved Nasal Congestion

    SinuSonic Announces Presentation of Double-Blind, Sham-Controlled Trial Data Showing Regular Use of the Device Improved Nasal Congestion

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    New technology provides non-prescription, non-addictive, mess-free alternative to relieve congestion and runny nose

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    May 26, 2022


    COLUMBIA, S.C., May 26, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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    SinuSonic, a brand of Healthy Humming, LLC, is pleased to announce the presentation of the results from their study on “Double-blind, sham-controlled trial of a novel device for the treatment of viral upper respiratory tract infection.” This study was discussed during an oral podium presentation at the American Rhinological Society Spring meeting in Dallas, Texas, on April 28-29, 2022. This study showed, with the highest level of evidence, a randomized sham-controlled study that regular use of the active SinuSonic device improved nasal congestion.

    The prospective study was conducted at the Medical University of South Carolina in 2020-2021. Administration of acoustic vibration and oscillating expiratory positive pressure with SinuSonic has been shown in a prior study to improve nasal congestion and air flow. These interventions are hypothesized to release nasal nitric oxide, a molecule with known antiviral properties. The current study investigated the use of this device to prevent viral upper respiratory infections (URI) and reduce the severity and duration of rhinologic symptoms. 

    Asymptomatic community-dwelling adults were randomized to receive an active or a sham device (3:1). Subjects used the assigned device twice daily beginning at the start of the fall URI season. A validated metric of viral URI symptoms, Total Symptoms Score (TSS), was assessed each day for 8 weeks.

    Topline outcomes:

    • Those using the active device had 70% more days with no nasal congestion (57.2% vs 33.5%, p= 0.033)
    • A statistically significant difference in nasal congestion score was seen between the active and sham groups (0.503 vs. 0.843, p = 0.036)
    • No subject in either the active or sham group developed symptoms meeting the study definition of a viral URI, likely due to viral precautions during the pandemic.
    • No major adverse events were detected, with 97.5% of subjects reporting zero pain or discomfort at the study conclusion.

    ABOUT NASAL CONGESTION

    Chronic nasal congestion impacts roughly 20% of the population and is associated with reduced quality of life, difficulty sleeping, reduced daytime performance, and increased healthcare utilization. It has been estimated that the financial impact of chronic nasal congestion is more than $5 – 10 billion annually. A survey conducted by Allergies in Americas found that despite the availability of pharmacologic options, many patients are not satisfied with available options. 

    Learn more about the science of SinuSonic and how SinuSonic works.

    ABOUT SINUSONIC

    Founded in Columbia, South Carolina, and born through the research and partnerships of Richard K. Bogan, M.D., and David J. Lewis, SinuSonic is the first-ever multi-patented (5) nasal congestion relief device to use acoustic vibrations to help provide nasal congestion relief. SinuSonic is designed in the U.S. with parts molded in the U.S. and assembled in an FDA-registered facility in Columbia, South Carolina. Since launching in July 2019, SinuSonic is being used in all 50 states. For more information and to view instructional videos, visit www.sinusonic.com.

    SinuSonic is available to the public at www.sinusonic.com.

    Media Contact:
    David Lewis
    Info@SinuSonic.com 
    (803) 888-6170

    Source: Healthy Humming, LLC

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  • CT-Based Startup Creates HomeField – the First Fitness Platform for All Abilities

    CT-Based Startup Creates HomeField – the First Fitness Platform for All Abilities

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    May 24, 2022


    GREENWICH, Conn., May 24, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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    When one thinks of being inclusive, do they consider those with disabilities and special needs? This is the question Daniel Caridi, Co-Founder of HomeField, asks when sharing the company’s story. Several years ago, Caridi and his Co-Founder, Gage DeDominicis, started volunteering at a local gym teaching fitness to about five people with special needs and disabilities. Mondays and Thursdays quickly became the highlights of their week. Due to rising concerns about the pandemic, they turned to online classes. Just in their immediate area, classes skyrocketed to 80+ people engaged and working out. If they could have that kind of impact locally, imagine what could be done on a national scale. That’s when Daniel and Gage realized they were onto something.

    Their mission? To create a sustainable business that positively impacts the world. 

    HomeField‘s mission? To create fun and meaningful experiences that inspire inclusion and build trust together.

    It was then that the first online health and wellness platform designed for all abilities was born. HomeField.fit serves people with physical disabilities, special needs, older adults, and anyone who does not have easy access to fitness and wellness content that fits their needs. The platform offers 100+ on-demand classes as well as daily live stream classes in dance, martial arts, yoga, mindfulness and more.

    They hired international fitness guru, Billy Blanks Jr., to manage and build HomeField’s catalog of online classes as President and Head of Content. “I’m excited about working with a team that is dedicated to creating a wide variety of content that is fun, easy to follow, and most importantly inclusive to all levels of abilities and ages.” The company’s CEO, Liza Rivera Salta, brings over 30 years of business experience, coupled with a passion for serving the special needs community. “It’s a community environment. We’re all the same in that we want to work out, be fit, make friends and feel included- and I think that’s a key differentiation for HomeField,” Salta emphasized.

    HomeField has also partnered with the Special Olympics of CT, Abilis, a few public school systems, and corporations. Individuals are encouraged to try the platform for free by signing up at www.homefield.fit. HomeField fits everybody and helps bring fun fitness to all by moving through barriers.

    For more information or to set up an interview, please reach out to our contact below.

    Follow HomeField: 

    Website:  www.HomeField.fit 

    IG: @homefield.fit     

    FB: HomefieldFit

    TikTok: homefieldfit

    Twitter: HomeFieldFit

    Press Contact:

    Name:  Liza Rivera Salta

    Email:   Liza@homefield.fit

    Tel:      203-952-9769

    Source: HomeField

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  • Los Angeles Bride Launches Wellness, Self-Care Bridal Brand, the Mine Company, Following Toxic Bullying Experience

    Los Angeles Bride Launches Wellness, Self-Care Bridal Brand, the Mine Company, Following Toxic Bullying Experience

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    Designed Specifically for Brides, The Mine Company Offers a One-Stop-Shop Offering Self-Care Solutions to Encourage A Blissful Engagement

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    updated: Apr 20, 2021


    LOS ANGELES, April 20, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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    Kerry O’Donoghue, an identical triplet and entrepreneur living in Southern California, has officially launched a new wellness and self-care brand for brides, The Mine Company. Following a toxic wedding planning experience involving her family, coupled with delays due to the pandemic, O’Donoghue felt the stress of being a bride rose to a whole new level. Her own hostile experience and bouts of malicious bullying from her sisters led O’Donoghue to design a set of self-care products to uplift a bride’s mind, body, and spirit. Today, over five thousand brides have had brighter days in their engagement through The Mine Company’s line of bridal wellness products.

    “My own personal situation with my family left me feeling very unsupported. However, this negative experience truly inspired me to do something that could help and support another bride in having the idyllic engagement they should be experiencing,” says O’Donoghue, Founder of The Mine Company. “Bringing change to the wedding industry is more imperative now than ever. Brides need proper wellness in their lives, and it all starts with self-care.”

    The Mine Company offers a variety of natural and non-toxic beauty, self-care, and nutritional products. Key products include Crystal Clear Carats, a natural on-the-go ring cleaning pen, Bridal Glow Vitamins, daily gummy vitamins to support stronger hair, skin, and nails, and Bouquet Toss, a moisturizing rose petal bath bomb. Brides can experience all of The Mine Company’s top bridal wellness products with a purchase of their newly launched Bridal Self-Care Box. O’Donoghue also offers complimentary handwritten gift messages with every gift purchase. 

    “Self-care is not always a physical practice; it is an emotional one that is necessary for brides to transition into the next stage of their life with their head held high,” said O’Donoghue. “For me, self-care meant setting boundaries. My advice to brides is to remember to focus on yourself and be your own cheerleader, and you will be glowing when you finally have your day to walk down the aisle.”

    To learn more about The Mine Company, visit theminecompany.com or contact Kerry O’Donoghue directly at kerry@theminecompany.com.

    Source: The Mine Company

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  • Black People Will Swim Named Finalist in Pine-Sol & ESSENCE’s Build Your Legacy Contest

    Black People Will Swim Named Finalist in Pine-Sol & ESSENCE’s Build Your Legacy Contest

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    updated: Jun 1, 2020


    NEW YORK, June 1, 2020 (Newswire.com)
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    Black People Will Swim, a purpose-driven organization, was selected as a finalist for Pine-Sole and ESSENCE’s “Build Your Legacy” contest. Pine-Sole and ESSENCE have partnered to celebrate and uplift Black women in business with the contest. One lucky Black female entrepreneur will be awarded a $100,000 grant to support her small business endeavors. The contest kicked off in March, with entrepreneurs from across America sending in videos explaining who they are, what they do, and how the grant would help support their businesses.

    Black People Will Swim is an organization working to smash the stereotype that Black people do not swim. Using educational tools to expose the history of Black people and swimming in the U.S., they are working towards their mission to teach 2,020 Black people how to swim by December 2020. The team is working to bring awareness to the disparity in lieu of in-person instruction due to COVID-19.

    “Black People Will Swim is honored to be a finalist for the ‘Build Your Legacy’ program. What we are doing for the community is truly game-changing and to be recognized for our work is so humbling. This is just the beginning, and we are excited for the opportunity to have access to more resources to power our work,” – Paulana Lamonier, Founder of Black People Will Swim 

    Voting for the winner of the contest will be open to the public starting today June 1 and run through July 1. The grand prize winner will be announced on July 4. The team plans to use the $100,000 to rent a pool facility, compensate their operational team, hire instructors of color and provide scholarships to student-athletes, locally and abroad, who excel in the pool and in the classroom. To learn more about the program and vote for Black People Will Swim visit www.essence.com/your-legacy.

    About Black People Will Swim 

    An organization working to smash stereotypes around Black people and swimming, Black People Will Swim aims to teach 2,020 people how to swim by December 2020 with initiatives to educate those on the layered history of Black people and their relationship to swimming in the U.S. With trained instructors, scholarship programs for student-athletes and their #MySwimStory campaign that highlights personal stories, Black People Will Swim is working to normalize swimming in Black communities.

    Source: Black People Will Swim

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  • MOBI Reimagines Pride Amid Coronavirus Pandemic With ‘MOBIfest’ – the First Virtual Pride Festival for Queer Communities of Color

    MOBI Reimagines Pride Amid Coronavirus Pandemic With ‘MOBIfest’ – the First Virtual Pride Festival for Queer Communities of Color

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    The NYC-Based Group Comprised of Queer Men of Color Will Curate Queer Acts and Entertainment Virtually for Its Third Year of Festival Programming

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    updated: May 27, 2020


    NEW YORK, May 27, 2020 (Newswire.com)
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    ​​​​​​​While Pride events around the globe have either been canceled or postponed, Mobilizing Our Brothers Initiative (MOBI) has announced that MOBIfest, its annual free wellness festival for queer communities of color, will gather audiences virtually on Thursday, June 4, at 6 p.m. ET to celebrate in the age of social distancing.

    In its third year of programming, MOBI remains committed to producing one of the only free festivals focused on seeing its attendees as their holistic selves. The initiative is funded by a grant from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOHMH) with support from community partners including GLAAD, Gilead, Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC), The New Group, Out in Tech, The National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), New York Blood Center, SOULE, Bisi Alimi Foundation, and more.

    Previously, MOBIfest was curated over three days in New York City. The festival typically launches with an opening cocktail event followed by a community art exhibition and reception, showcasing artwork submitted by queer artists of color. This all culminates in the main show with a full day of entertainment and performances. Previous headliners have included R&B heroines Dawn Richard and Sevyn Streeter.

    This year, MOBI has opted to curate a lineup of queer-only talent such as Trans pop activist Mila Jam; POSE choreographer and Ballroom icon Twiggy Pucci Garçon; Miami sensation Saucy Santana; and Chicago’s rising 17-year old rapper Kidd Kenn.

    In the wake of coronavirus, MOBIfest will be livestreamed on the MOBI website at mobifest.live. Despite the challenges faced by organizers, a few things remain the same: MOBI is peer-led and powered by a team of Black gay and queer men eager to carve out spaces for their community, and all the festival events are free for viewers.

    “The goal for MOBI has always been to link our community with various health and wellness activities while celebrating contributions to the arts, entertainment, and culture,” says MOBI founder and GLAAD’s Program Officer, Communities of Color, DaShawn Usher. “The pandemic has negatively impacted the world, especially queer people of color, so it was even more important for us to be resilient and continue to build community because there just aren’t that many options for us. Many pride events already exclude Black and Brown bodies. MOBIfest seeks to center the most marginalized and showcase our continued resilience. “

    On Thursday, June 4, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET, MOBIfest will entertain viewers with live DJ sets, comedy segments, and performances from dancers, musicians, and the house and ballroom community.

    MOBIfest will also curate MOBIflix, a queer film festival on Saturday, June 6, featuring works from known directors and upcoming creators from public submissions.

    PR Contact: Kenneth Courtney / kenneth@mobi-nyc.com

    Source: Mobilizing Our Brothers Initiative

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  • NUTRISHOP® Launches New Learning Center, Developed in Partnership with FITposium Founder James Patrick

    NUTRISHOP® Launches New Learning Center, Developed in Partnership with FITposium Founder James Patrick

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    updated: May 27, 2020


    HENDERSON, Nev., May 27, 2020 (Newswire.com)
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    NUTRISHOP®, a leading national nutrition, wellness and supplement retail franchise, announced the launch of the new NUTRISHOP® Learning Center, developed in partnership with FITposium® founder and best-selling author James Patrick. Now available online at www.NutrishopUSA.com, the Learning Center was designed to be a hub of relevant and inspiring content created by various fitness professionals and experienced in-house writers, as well as NUTRISHOP® store owners, sponsored athletes and influencers.

    With the Learning Center, NUTRISHOP® has developed yet another resource for its customers to help them in their quest to discover and maintain a healthy and fit lifestyle and, ultimately, achieve the best version of themselves. From fitness lifestyle tips and home workouts to nutrition advice and delicious recipes to inspiring transformation stories and athlete spotlights, the NUTRISHOP® Learning Center serves to promote the motivational message “Knowledge is power.” And, what better way to promote that than to partner with experts in the fitness and nutrition industry?

    “Our mission is to provide unparalleled opportunity for our clients and that is why I am so excited for this partnership with NUTRISHOP®,” says James Patrick, an internationally published photographer, podcast host and entrepreneur coach. “This partnership will connect our amazing audience with a platform where they can share their knowledge and expertise.”

    As an entrepreneur coach, James Patrick has a long history of providing support and guidance to the fitness community through his annual FITposium® conference, which debuted in 2015. Since then, he has added additional products and services, including an intimate Mastermind group which seeks to help first-time entrepreneurs in the industry discover and learn how to grow their brand and business.

    Through the Learning Center partnership, James Patrick, together with NUTRISHOP®, hope to provide exceptional content and valuable information to a wider audience that is interested in learning more about fitness and achieving a healthier lifestyle.

    “Partnering with James Patrick and his clients to provide quality content to our customers is a no-brainer for us,” said Bryon McLendon, CEO and founder of NUTRISHOP®. “We have already published a number of articles from various fitness professionals who are currently enrolled in James’ Mastermind program and they’ve done an excellent job. We look forward to cultivating this partnership further to continue providing a steady flow of helpful tips and expert advice to our customers.”

    Content from the Learning Center will be included in NUTRISHOP® newsletters to its customers as well as via social media. Content will be updated on a regular basis, so visitors are encouraged to check back often.

    Visit the NUTRISHOP® Learning Center today.

    About James Patrick​

    ​James Patrick is an award-winning photographer, best-selling author, entrepreneur coach, podcast host and public speaker based in Phoenix, Arizona. He is the founder of FITposium®, an annual conference guiding fitness entrepreneurs to grow their careers. James has received a variety of awards for his work as a photographer, marketer and entrepreneur. Learn more at FITposium.com and JamesPatrick.com.

    About NUTRISHOP®

    Since 2003, NUTRISHOP® has helped countless individuals live a fit, healthy, happy lifestyle. NUTRISHOP® stores offer customers a low-price guarantee on a wide array of cutting-edge dietary supplements along with exceptional, individualized customer service; easy-to-follow meal plans; body composition assessment tools; and sound nutritional guidance. The NUTRISHOP® business model focuses primarily on franchisee-owned and operated stores that provide consumers with the tools required to achieve their health and fitness goals. For more information, visit www.NutrishopUSA.com and follow on Instagram @NutrishopUSA.

    Media Contact
    LaRue Gillespie
    NUTRISHOP®
    PR@NutrishopUSA.com

    Source: NUTRISHOP®

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  • Down Dog Launches Its Prenatal Yoga App to Keep Supporting Families During the COVID-19 Outbreak

    Down Dog Launches Its Prenatal Yoga App to Keep Supporting Families During the COVID-19 Outbreak

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    SAN FRANCISCO, April 7, 2020 (Newswire.com)
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    ​Down Dog, the highest-rated app for practicing yoga at home, releases an app dedicated to Prenatal Yoga that will be available for free until May 1. 

    This release follows the announcement last month that Down Dog made its Yoga, Yoga for Beginners, High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), Barre, and 7 Minute Workout apps completely free until May 1, and until July 1 for all healthcare professionals, students and teachers (K-12 to university).

    “Over the last four weeks, more than three million people claimed their free membership to our Yoga and Fitness apps. We’ve seen tremendous engagement from the community all around the world and given the volume of people asking for Prenatal Yoga, we decided to put all our resources to support women during their pregnancy and offer them a safe alternative to take care of themselves and their baby during the COVID-19 outbreak,” said Carlos Ormachea, co-founder of Down Dog.

    Prenatal Yoga will offer the same benefits as all of Down Dog’s fitness apps – extremely customizable workouts from 5-90 minutes with a new workout every time the app is used – with proper adjustments for every trimester. Prenatal Yoga will be available on iOS, Google Play, and Web in 10 languages.

    About Down Dog

    Down Dog is the highest-rated app for practicing yoga at home. Headquartered in San Francisco, Down Dog offers a suite of fitness apps, where you’ll never get the same workout twice.

    Contact 
    Carlos Ormachea
    contact@downdogapp.com

    Source: Down Dog

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  • Firefighter Wellness Goes High-Tech: Cordico Apps Target Stress and Trauma in the Fire Service

    Firefighter Wellness Goes High-Tech: Cordico Apps Target Stress and Trauma in the Fire Service

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    “The CordicoFire App puts a wealth of information and – most importantly – personal help at our firefighters’ fingertips to keep them mentally healthy,” said Fire Chief Kris Concepcion.

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    DENVER, September 4, 2019 (Newswire.com)
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    ​​​​​More than 7,000 firefighters surveyed overwhelmingly reported they’ve experienced stressful and traumatic experiences on the job, with 75% suffering ongoing mental or emotional issues as a result. As firefighters nationwide experience extreme stress, the First Responder Center for Excellence prepares to host the first-of-its-kind Fire Service Behavioral Health Symposium in Denver. 

    Research reveals that firefighters experience elevated rates of depression, alcohol problems and repeated exposure to traumatic events resulting in sleep disorders, avoidance behaviors, and feelings of helplessness associated with PTSD. Additional symptoms of repeated traumatic exposure for firefighters include desensitization, irritability, cynicism and intrusive flashbacks. Studies also reveal that first responders often avoid seeking help for emotional problems and the majority who reach out for Employee Assistance Program support find it unhelpful. 

    Fire departments nationwide are looking for a strategic solution to strengthen firefighter wellness. Dixon Fire Chief Greg Lewis has achieved great success by providing his firefighters with a CordicoFire Wellness App. “The issue of mental wellness in public safety has been in a closet or ignored for far too many years,” said Chief Lewis. “By providing complete anonymity, 24/7 access, the ‘Wellness Tool Kit’ and self-assessment capabilities all from a personalized application right from a mobile phone, a large gap in the mental wellness issue has been addressed. Our staff is very grateful the City has given them this tool that can be used at any time by both the employee and their spouse.”

    “We needed a proactive solution for firefighters everywhere,” said Dr. David Black, the CEO of Cordico. “Firefighters need 24/7 access to comprehensive and trusted wellness tools to manage the extreme stressors and demands they face. Our CordicoFire Apps give them powerful, on-demand tools targeting critical incidents, depression, insomnia, marital problems, trauma, suicide risk, and much more. We customize the app for departments of all sizes.”

    Vacaville Fire Chief Kris Concepcion, who also provided his department with a CordicoFire Wellness App, said, “The Cordico app has been a game-changer for our fire department … I have received numerous personal ‘thank-yous’ from our firefighters since contracting with Cordico.”

    Billy Goldfeder, the former Chair of the IAFC’s Safety, Health and Survival Section, has also spoken out about Cordico’s high-tech solution to strengthen firefighter wellness. “Assuring firefighters and other responders are emotionally prepared to take care of the public, when the public is having the worst day of their lives, is what keeps fire chiefs up at night – this unique and very affordable solution from Cordico benefits the firefighters, the responders, the public, and the community’s leadership. It’s truly a win-win.”

    Learn more at www.cordicofire.com. 

    Media Contact: 
    Kevin Dacy
    Phone: 844-CORDICO (1-844-267-3426)

    Source: Cordico

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  • Doctors Open Medical Spa With Focus on Overall Wellness and Aesthetic Services

    Doctors Open Medical Spa With Focus on Overall Wellness and Aesthetic Services

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    updated: Mar 21, 2019


    BATON ROUGE, La., March 21, 2019 (Newswire.com)
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    It’s a beautiful spa feeling with a traditional take on medicine. Two physicians, Neurosurgeon Robert S. Davis, MD, and Internal Medicine Physician Hema Edupuganti, MD, are looking forward to opening Nūr Medical Spa on March 25 and expanding their medical practices to include unique healing options.

    The ultimate focus of the spa will be total wellness including body improvement through weight loss and lifestyle changes as well as anti-aging treatments and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. Every service is designed to make women and men feel their most healthy.

    Drs. Davis and Edupuganti are excited to offer minimally invasive cosmetic procedures that will make clients look and feel better. “People can look great at any age,” says Dr. Davis. “I want them to look how they feel and have personalized care. We will really take time with our patients to understand their unique beauty and wellness concerns.”

    Nūr Medical Spa will offer other luxurious services as well, including facials, Botox treatments and dermal fillers, chemical peels, hair removal, skin tightening, UltraShape, and VelaShape. More services will be added at a later date, and all will focus on beauty and wellness.

    “This has been my dream for years,” Dr. Edupuganti says. “I want women and men to improve their confidence and self-esteem. This will allow them to think positively about themselves and enjoy their lives that much more.”

    The spa will offer 40 percent off laser treatments for any appointment booked from now to March 29. Customers may schedule the service to occur after those dates, but the appointment must be made within that date range to qualify for special pricing. Laser services include hair removal, laser skin tightening, laser spider vein treatment, laser facials and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL). All laser services at Nūr are to be performed with the most technologically advanced lasers available, providing their clients with fewer treatments and minimal discomfort.

    Located at 4309 Bluebonnet Boulevard, Nūr Medical Spa is now accepting appointments. Call (225) 255-2963 to schedule your first appointment.

    Source: Nūr Medical Spa

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  • Essence MedSpa + Wellness Center is Launching an Island Escape in the Heart of Chicago.

    Essence MedSpa + Wellness Center is Launching an Island Escape in the Heart of Chicago.

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    Dr. Islam Ibrahim, CEO of ii Management Group has partnered with Amal Elbahnasawy of ARTISANskin to launch a unique spa brand concept.

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    updated: Jan 30, 2019


    CHICAGO, January 30, 2019 (Newswire.com)
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    After a decade in the spa industry Chicago’s leading destination spa, Essence MedSpa + Wellness Center has created and designed a new spa brand based off of East Asian and Balinese traditions with the intention of transporting guests to their own island escape. The spa duo, Dr. Islam Ibrahim and Amal Elbahnasawy, have teamed up to introduce a series of exotic treatments, spa rituals, and unique spa design. 

    The 25,000 square foot facility is focused on delivering a creative customer service experience, while launching an exclusive line of treatments featuring the organic skincare line of ARTISANskin which is based out of Bali, Indonesia. “The authentic experience we are delivering to our guests from Balinese ingredients in our services to a Balinese Temple ritual before treatments, sets apart this spa brand in a way to be admired,” says Amal Elbahnasawy. “I’m extremely proud to be a part of Essence.” 

    Essence offers a wide range of services from clinical treatments to traditional spa treatments such as botox, PRP (plasma rich platelets), lip injections, full body massage, body scrubs and wraps, spa facials, and a number of additional services. They also offer day pass use of the spa facilities for those opting for a spa day minus the treatment. The facility includes a cedar wood sauna, eucalyptus aromatherapy steam room, locker rooms/showers, and a beach relaxation lounge including a coconut stand with complimentary coconut water and refreshments.

    “The idea of creating an exotic island getaway in the middle of Chicago was an easy decision to make,” says Dr. Islam Ibrahim, owner of Essence MedSpa + Wellness Center. “We are focused on delivering an exceptional spa experience to our customers and are grateful for the overwhelmingly positive feedback and press we’ve received over this project so far.”

    ABOUT

    Essence MedSpa + Wellness Center is located in the Chicago neighborhood of Edgebrook. The facility includes an extensive wellness center with yoga, pilates, physical therapy, chiropractic care, and the spa facilities includes sauna, steam, locker room + showers, and beach relaxation lounge.

    MEDIA CONTACT:

    Email: amalelb@gmail.com

    Mobile: +1 (630) 280-0045

    Address: 6413 N Kinzua Ave. Chicago, IL 6064

    Phone: 773-763-1212

    Website: www.essence-medspa.com

    Source: Essence MedSpa + Wellness Center

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  • Sun Hire Wellness and Team Sun Rays Supports Marjory Stoneman Douglas Victims

    Sun Hire Wellness and Team Sun Rays Supports Marjory Stoneman Douglas Victims

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    PARKLAND, Fla., February 22, 2018 (Newswire.com)
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     Sun Hire Wellness and Team Sun Rays, a Broward county based wellness company, whose mission is to bring light to the communities, businesses, and non-profits it works with, support Marjory Stoneman Douglas victims. 

    “Our mission is to shine the light on these dark experiences that people go through in order to help turn struggles into positive experiences. The terror our community has experienced and it’s will to survive, persevere and grow from it falls directly in line with the Sun Hire mission. I want to do everything I can to help these families and our community recover from this tragedy”, says founder, Savannah Crayon.

    Our mission is to shine the light on these dark experiences that people go through in order to help turn struggles into positive experiences. The terror our community has experienced and it’s will to survive, persevere and grow from it falls directly in line with the Sun Hire mission. I want to do everything I can to help these families and our community recover from this tragedy.

    Savannah Crayon, Founder, Sun Hire Wellness

    You can join our mission by going to https://onelinefitweightloss.com/shop

    Source: Sun Hire

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  • The Vanderpump Dog Foundation Second Annual Fundraising Gala a Huge Celebrity-Studded Success

    The Vanderpump Dog Foundation Second Annual Fundraising Gala a Huge Celebrity-Studded Success

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    LOS ANGELES, CA, November 14, 2017 (Newswire.com)
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    ​​​On November 9th, 2017, Lisa Vanderpump and The Vanderpump Dog Foundation hosted its second annual Gala, presented by Zappos for Good, at the Taglyan Cultural Complex in Los Angeles. The purpose of the Gala was to raise awareness about their efforts to end the dog meat trade, draw attention to their current and future campaigns within the US and raise money to continue the Foundation’s work. The Gala was a complete success – hundreds of people gathered together to celebrate dogs, and help improve the lives of abused and mistreated dogs both domestically and internationally.

    The Gala’s red carpet kicked off at 6pm, with a beautiful candlelit cocktail hour and a silent auction. Celebrities and attendees bid on a variety of donated luxury items ranging from hotel stays to dog beds and luxury beauty packages. At 7:30pm the doors opened to a stunning ballroom complete with pink roses and candelabras for a dinner that included music, dancing, celebrity performances, celebrity speakers and an incredible Live Auction of one-of-a-kind experiences.

    Mario Lopez, the event’s host for the second year in a row, began the evening and continued to host throughout the night. The Vanderpump Dog Foundation’s founder, Lisa Vanderpump, made a heart-wrenching and moving speech, while recapping the successes of the Foundation, including medical missions to Yulin, China, and Haiti, as well as sharing some of the incredible success stories of the 350 dogs adopted out since the Vanderpump Dog Rescue Center opened on West 3rd Street in Los Angeles in March of 2017. 

    The Vanderpump Dog Foundation honored former corporal Megan Leavy, presenting her with their 2017 “Dog Hero” Award for her service to both her country and the canine community. The Foundation also awarded Honey, a survivor of the Yulin Dog Meat Festival this year, as their “2017 Dog of the Year”. Honey was rescued from the Yulin Dog Meat Festival, and brought back to the Vanderpump Dog Rescue Center by the Executive Director of the Foundation, Dr. John Sessa, and has since been adopted by a loving, caring family. 

    Celebrity performances were peppered throughout this gorgeous event, with performances by Billy Gilman (The Voice), singer and actor Cheyenne Jackson (American Horror Story), and an incredible dinner performance by the band Shirley House. The night ended with a spectacular dance performance from Dancing with the Stars’ Julz Tocker and partner Rachel White, followed by a night of guests dancing, with stars Lance Bass, Michael Turchin, Lisa Vanderpump and Ken Todd leading the way. 

    Many of Lisa’s close friends showed up to support the cause, including a wonderful amount of celebrities who helped raise awareness on the red carpet and through social media. Aside from Extra’s Mario and Courtney Lopez, Lance Bass and Michael Turchin, who supported the event by hosting and presenting, Real Housewives cast members Gretchen Rossi & Slade Smiley, Taylor Armstrong, Joyce Giraud, Melissa Gorga, Dolores Catania, Teddi Jo Mellencamp, D’Andra Simmons and Kameron Westcott were in attendance. Vanderpump Rules cast members Jax Taylor, Kristen Doute, Brian Carter, Brittany Cartwright, Scheana Shay, Stassi Schroeder, Peter Madrigal, Katie Maloney-Schwartz, Tom Schwartz, Ariana Madix, Tom Sandoval and James Kennedy came out to support. Other celebrities who attended included Christy and Autumn Gibel, Mohamed Hadid, Shiva Safai, Jeff Lewis, Gage Edwards, Jenni Pulos, Jonathan Nassos, John Jay, Amanda Stanton, Jasmine Goode, Mercedes Javid, Wendy Burch, Fortune Feimster, Heather McDonald, Austin Anderson and Emmy Perry. 

    This event would not have been possible without the generous support of presenting sponsor Zappos for Good (www.ZapposForGood.com), hosting sponsor Collide (www.collide.com), corporate sponsors Evolution Media (www.evolutionmedia.com), Randy and Mindy Levine, Palm Bay International (www.palmbay.com) and SUR Restaurant (www.surrestaurant.com). Other sponsors of the event included, Kibble Pet (kibblepet.com), Shady Paws (shadyface.com), Emmy’s Hope (www.emmyshope.com), Lovegevity (www.lovegevity.university), Loyola High School of Los Angeles (loyolahs.edu), and the Hutcherson Family. 

    For more information on The Vanderpump Dog Foundation visit their website www.vanderpumpdogs.org

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    ABOUT THE VANDERPUMP DOG FOUNDATION

    The Vanderpump Dog Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit dog rescue organization, working on both a domestic and international front to help create a better world for dogs globally. Founders Lisa Vanderpump & Ken Todd began the long journey towards trying to stop the barbaric torture practices at the Yulin Dog Meat Festival and end the dog meat trade in Asia, in 2015. Together with their partner Dr. John Sessa, they launched the campaign Stop Yulin Forever, which ultimately led them to create The Vanderpump Dog Foundation. The movement gained momentum and has inspired activists all over the world to work towards ending the Yulin Dog Meat Festival and encourage more humane treatment for dogs worldwide. The Vanderpump Dog Foundation was formed to not only aid in ending this international atrocity, but to also better the lives of dogs domestically. The United States faces many problems of its own including dog overpopulation, abuse, neglect and lack of education with regards to spaying and neutering pets. With the opening of their new Vanderpump Dog Rescue Center in LA, The Vanderpump Dog Foundation aims to reduce these problems within California and beyond, as well as continue their national and international campaigns built on a platform of education, legislation, and activism.

    Media Contact:

    John Blizzard
    JBlizzard@VanderpumpDogs.org

    The Vanderpump Dog Foundation:

    8134 West Third Street, Los Angeles CA 90048
    1-323-852 –DOGS
    Info@VanderpumpDogs.org

    Source: Vanderpump Dogs

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  • Premama® Designates Today as National Moms Who Pump Day

    Premama® Designates Today as National Moms Who Pump Day

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    During breastfeeding awareness month, it’s important to recognize the moms who are dedicated to pumping breastmilk for their babies

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    PROVIDENCE, R.I., August 15, 2017 (Newswire.com)
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     Premama®, a Rhode Island startup and the first nationwide line of pill-free, natural prenatal supplements is announcing today as “National Moms Who Pump Day” in celebration of moms around the world that pump breast milk for their baby or donation.  

    “At Premama, we celebrate all moms whether they breastfeed, pump or formula feed. During Breastfeeding Awareness Month, we noticed that there wasn’t a day to specially honor all the moms who continually go above and beyond to pump breastmilk for their babies, or even others’ babies through donation,” said Dan Aziz, CEO and Founder of Premama. “We decided to create National Moms Who Pump Day on Aug. 15, to shine a spotlight on this special group of dedicated moms who pump.”

    At Premama, we celebrate all moms whether they breastfeed, pump or formula feed. During Breastfeeding Awareness Month, we noticed that there wasn’t a day to specially honor all the moms who continually go above and beyond to pump breastmilk for their babies, or even other’s babies through donation. We decided to create National Moms Who Pump Day on Aug. 15, to shine a spotlight on this special group of dedicated moms who pump.

    Dan Aziz, CEO and Founder of Premama

    “We created Premama Lactation supplement to support moms on their breastfeeding journey, whether they are nursing or pumping. It is designed to boost breast milk supply and fortify mom’s milk with added nutrition,” said Aziz.

    Over the past three weeks, Premama has encouraged moms to share their hilarious, empowering and heartwarming pumping stories on the Premama Facebook page. Four winners will be chosen to each win one $500 SpaFinder gift card. The story categories were: “funniest pump story,” “pumpers who go above and beyond” and “the person who supported you most during their pumping journey.”

    The winning stories for each category are:

    Funniest Pump Story had one winner:

    Hannah: “I made my toddlers breastmilk popsicles and my husband came home and ate two, not knowing they were breastmilk. You should’ve seen his face when I came in and saw him and told him what he was eating!”

    Pumpers Who Go Above and Beyond had two winners:

    Bracha: “I’ve been pumping for almost nine years. I never thought I would end up here when we adopted our first child. He was premature and weighed a few ounces short of two pounds. I induced lactation and was able to feed him exclusively with my milk from six months on after supplementing with donner milk and the help of an SNS.

    “I have gone onto feed 22 children (including my four kids). I’ve donated pumped milk as I’ve also wet nursed as many of the 22 kiddos I’ve fed over the years.

    “My latest accomplishment was being able to pump for a surrogate baby I birthed in July 2016. I pumped and shipped 1000 ounces of milk to her bi-weekly in addition to nursing my own toddler at the time. I am now pregnant with that baby’s sibling (due this Fall), and I hope to pump for him/her as well. Breastmilk is an amazing gift and I am ever so thankful that my breasts have exceeded my expectations to nourish so many children. Nothing can compare.”

    Stephanie: “I was diagnosed with an aortic aneurysm on July 7. I had open heart surgery to repair it on July 31. Our third son was only three months old. Five hours post-op and immediately after removing the breathing tube, my sister hooked me up to my pump. I continued to pump three times a day during my hospitalization in an effort to preserve his food source.

    “A small miracle is that I had pumped and stored about 700 ounces in the previous two months that I had planned to donate. Because of our stash, we were able to keep him on breastmilk during my entire hospitalization. Hopefully, my supply will return well enough we can still donate in the future.”

    Person Who Supported You Most During Their Pumping Journey had one winner:

    Christine: “My sister Stephanie was by far my hugest supporter & cheerleader in my pumping journey. She not only bought me my (quite expensive) pump, but she also taught me all of the ins and outs when it came to pumping. She helped me find the right size parts, taught me just how to pump and encouraged me when I wanted to quit before my goal date (multiple times). I would never have made it 18 months without her!

    “I’ll never forget my early days in the NICU with my son. I was beyond exhausted (emotionally and physically) but she made sure I was pumping at the right times to ensure that my milk would come in for my little guy while he couldn’t quite nurse yet. Or the one time I got mastitis. She had a two-year-old and newborn at the time, but she spent the whole day at my house caring for my newborn and me as well so that I could pump all day and heal.

    “Or the time when my deep freezer broke, I lost my entire stash of pumped milk (sad face) and she gave me an overabundance of her frozen milk so that my little boy did not have to supplement with formula (amazing)! I am so thankful for my sister! She’s so selfless and absolutely deserves a spa day!”

    For more stories like these visit www.facebook.com/drinkpremama and for more information about Premama visit www.drinkpremama.com.

    About Premama®

    Founded in 2011, Premama strives to make all moms happier with its best-in-class line of natural powdered supplements, gummies and soft chews specifically formulated to support preconception through postnatal nutritional needs, concerns and conditions. Premama’s pill-free, drinkable and chewable solutions are formulated with high-quality, clinically-studied and physician-approved ingredients, and are designed to mix seamlessly with liquids and soft foods, or simply chewed. Premama is available online at drinkpremama.com and retailers across the US, including GNC, CVS, Walgreens, Target, The Vitamin Shoppe, Sprouts, Meijer, Buy Buy Baby, and Amazon. Purchasing Premama products supports Vitamin Angels®, a non-profit organization that helps pregnant women, new mothers, and children under five in at-risk populations from over 50 countries worldwide gain access to life-changing vitamins and minerals. Visit www.drinkpremama.com for more information.

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    Media Contact:

    Premama / Melissa Czerwein
    melissa.czerweincomms@gmail.com
    401-749-7221

    Source: Premama

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  • Wellness Influencer, Marin J. Gordon, Launches Webinar Promoting Comfort & Natural Birthing

    Wellness Influencer, Marin J. Gordon, Launches Webinar Promoting Comfort & Natural Birthing

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    Los Angeles, CA, January 11, 2017 (Newswire.com)
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    Wellness influencer and YouTube Personality, Marin J. Gordon, is going to launch her first Webinar that will focus on educating people about the comfort and benefits of having a natural birth.  Marin’s ability to share insight on natural birthing comes from first-hand experience after she rose to digital fame through her YouTube videos, “A Commentary on Birth of Love” and “Peaceful, Painless Birth of Elovie Commentary”.  Combined, the videos have garnered an approximate 82 million views over the past five years.  Marin has since managed to retain a collective 100K+ following across all of her social media platforms.

    Since accruing such a following, Marin’s goal with her content has always been to motivate and inspire.  With her birthing videos being her most engaged posts, she felt it necessary to create a webinar for viewers that genuinely want to learn more about natural births through her own personal experience.  She adds, “I think it is so important for me to share these experiences with my audience because they genuinely want to know more.  There are so many women that have reached out to me about tips and insight on giving natural birth that I felt compelled more than ever to create a space for these women to learn from my experience.”

    I think it is so important for me to share these experiences with my audience because they genuinely want to know more. There are so many women that have reached out to me about tips and insight on giving natural birth that I felt compelled more than ever to create a space for these women to learn from my experience.

    Marin J. Gordon, Wellness Influencer

    Marin’s Webinar will be a free 45-minute session to start, where she will point out the best preparation techniques and tips of natural birth in a step-by-step format.  She will touch on her most requested topics from a poll and survey she will conduct through her social media channels.  The free webinar will be an introduction to an ongoing course that Marin will structure as an in-depth explanation to each of the points she discusses in the first session.  

    The webinar will launch on January 15th, 2017.  Signups are now available on Marin’s business website, www.gratefulgordons.com .

    About Marin J. Gordon

    Marin J. Gordon inspires through artistic media production, serving as the image of empowerment through physical and mental well-being.  Her personal story, rising from trauma to success, brings realism and connectivity to her followers and business alike.

    For Press & Media Inquiries:

    RCW Media Group
    Joshua Pinkay
    ​joshua@rcwmediagroup
    504.274.5086

    Source: Marin J. Gordon

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  • SoFLo Fitness and Wellness Chosen as Sole Provider of Fitness and Wellness Services at Miami’s Brickell on the River

    SoFLo Fitness and Wellness Chosen as Sole Provider of Fitness and Wellness Services at Miami’s Brickell on the River

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    SoFLo Fitness and Wellness has been chosen by Brickell on the River as the sole provider of fitness and wellness services to the residents of the prestigious condominium towers.

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    Miami, Florida , June 1, 2016 (Newswire.com)
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    ​​​​​​​​​​​​Brickell on the River has chosen SoFlo Fitness and Wellness as the sole provider of fitness and wellness services to the residents of the prestigious 700-unit condominium towers located on the southern banks of the Miami River.

    SoFLo Fitness and Wellness began offering 25 classes per week at the condominium’s indoor fitness facilities, pool and outdoor spaces on May 14, 2016 as part of their Fitness Center Programs and Management service.  A sampling of the classes offered, include yoga, mat Pilates, cardio, boot camp, H.I.I.T, aqua fit, Zumba, SoFLo stretch and more, were chosen based on an earlier survey sent to all residents.

    “The class schedule looks great. We wish them success in bringing outstanding training services to our residents.”

    Bill Fitch, President of the Board of Directors at Brickell on the River

    In addition, SoFLo is offering residents individual services such as personal training, massage, private yoga and Pilates lessons, stretch and injury therapy and nutritional counseling. In keeping with SoFLo’s motto, these personal services are available anytime and anywhere residents choose.

    “We use our expertise in fitness and wellness to help create healthy, positive and productive environments. Our passionate professionals are experts at encouraging participation and creating community and individual enjoyment through social, fun and innovative fitness,” said Nikki Zembal, Founder and CEO of SoFLo Fitness and Wellness.

    “The class schedule looks great. We wish them success in bringing outstanding training services to our residents,” said Bill Fitch, President of the Board of Directors at Brickell on the River. All fitness centers and community environments need participation to truly become a valuable amenity. The residents’ response to SoFLo’s unlimited Class Pass and individual services has been tremendous.

    “The number and variety of classes is just what residents have been asking for. Resident feedback has been very positive and enthusiastic about the fitness services presented by SoFLo,” said Maritza Gonzalez, Property Manager at BoR.

    SoFLo Fitness and Wellness is the brainchild of ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor Nikki Zembal. Her company also offers fitness and wellness related services for the corporate market, including Corporate Fitness and Wellness Training programs. They are not just personal trainers, Pilates and Yoga instructors, massage, stretch, injury, rehab therapists and nutritional counselors, but health and wellness professionals committed to helping anyone feel and look their best.

    More information about SoFLo Fitness and Wellness is available here.

    About SoFLo Fitness and Wellness:

    SoFLo Fitness and Wellness is the premier provider of mobile fitness and wellness services including, but not limited to Personal Training, Yoga, Pilates, Massage, SoFlo Stretch and Flexibility, Injury Rehab and Nutrition services to individuals and groups. Their elite services are available to anyone, anywhere, anytime in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. They strive to build lasting relationships that produce results and have assembled a vast mobile team of passionate and enthusiastic fitness and wellness professionals in South Florida who share their vision.

    Media Contact:

    Name: Nikki Zembal

    Phone: 954-839-4492

    Email: nikki@soflofitandwell.com

    Source: SoFLo Fitness and Wellness

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  • Family Caregivers in the Workplace

    Family Caregivers in the Workplace

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    Three simple steps can make all the difference for caregivers in the workplace.

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    Feb 23, 2016


    Nashville, TN, February 23, 2016 (Newswire.com)
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    The unexpected and unrelenting challenges of caregiving affects not only caregivers, but their employers and their co-workers.  With nearly half of America’s 65 million family caregivers participating in the workforce, the workplace is feeling the pinch of this growing pressure on their employees who also find themselves in the role of family caregiver.  The emotional fatigue of caregiving alone can compromise a worker’s productivity, but throw in last minute schedule changes, continual phone calls, tardiness, and absenteeism—and more employers are finding themselves in the difficult place of wanting to express compassion while simultaneously maintaining a productive workplace.

    Caregivers with Hope founder Peter Rosenberger says that caregiving employees can strengthen their professional standing in the workplace by taking 3 simple steps.

    Nearly half of America’s 65 million family caregivers are participating in the workforce.

    Peter Rosenberger, founder, Caregivers with Hope

    “I’ve found that if an employee is forthright with their supervisor about their circumstances, asks for flexibility without an attitude of entitlement, and consistently provides a fair day’s work, their employer is more likely to be understanding and work with them,” states Rosenberger. “It is also important for the employer to still keep boundaries for these workers. They are not helping the caregiving employee by enabling poor workplace habits and performance.”

    To address these and other concerns faced by the caregiver, Rosenberger founded Caregivers with Hope to offer clear, proven strategies to guide them towards a healthier lifestyle in every facet of their life. Peter is ‘the Caregivers Caregiver’ bringing diverse talent and outrageous humor and candor to encourage others. “The goal is not just making family caregivers feel better, but offering them the tools and empowerment to be better” says Rosenberger.

    Through an unparalleled journey with his wife Gracie, Peter has navigated through a medical nightmare for the past three decades that has included 78 operations and the amputation of both of Gracie’s legs. In the process, he has learned that a caregiver cannot only survive, but thrive in the midst of oftentimes-grim circumstances. A most ardent champion for the cause of family caregivers for years as a speaker, author and radio host of his own weekly show on News Radio WLAC 1510 in Nashville (also on iHeart Radio), he is also an accomplished pianist and black belt in Hapkido.

    Peter’s lengthy media credits include USA Today, Today, The Today Show, Fox news, Guideposts, AARP, BBC World News, among others, and he offers practical help in his latest book, Hope for the Caregiver – Encouraging Words to Strengthen Your Spirit (Worthy Inspired, September 2014).

    For more information, go to www.caregiverswithhope.com

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