Every 40 seconds a stroke occurs in the United States, according to the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. To raise awareness about F.A.S.T. — an acronym to recognize and respond to the sudden warning signs of stroke, the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association and Ad Council are unveiling a new, national multimedia public service advertisement (PSA) campaign. F.A.S.T. is designed to help bystanders spot a stroke fast because the quicker a stroke victim receives medical attention, the greater his or her chances of survival and a better recovery. To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/58828-ad-council-american-stroke-association-stroke-awareness-f-a-s-t
On January 26-27, Blu Homes, Inc., (“Blu”) leading nationwide builder of beautiful and green, precision-engineered prefab homes (www.bluhomes.com) invites the public to a weekend-long grand opening event in New York’s Hudson Valley to tour the first Breezehouse® built on the East Coast.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/53067-blu-homes-debuts-iconic-breezehouse-on-east-coast
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In 2012, PR Newswire saw no shortage of exciting and impactful content, captivating press releases and creative headlines; and with hundreds of press releases crossing our desks on a daily basis, some were sure to stand out and make us take notice.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/59907-pr-newswire-noteworthy-press-releases-of-2012-content-we-love-feature
Two beautiful baby girls had their public debut today at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia: Allison June and Amelia Lee Tucker, formerly conjoined twins, separated at the Hospital on Nov. 7. The Hospital held a press conference this morning to highlight this new phase in the lives of both infants.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/59552-children-s-hospital-of-philadelphia-tucker-conjoined-twins-separated
EPIC Global Media and United States Agency for International Development (USAID) announce the release of a documentary and branding commercial on Ghana. The productions, which are a part of the Ghana Multimedia Branding Campaign, will begin airing in December on Bloomberg Television and CNBC Europe, reaching a potential 250 million households in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the USA. The campaign was produced by award winning, EPIC Global Media, in partnership with USAID and 16 other private and public sector companies in Ghana.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/59629-epic-global-media-usaid-ghana-multimedia-branding-campaign
ILEX Consumer Products Group, a Baltimore-based company which owns and manages health and beauty as well as over the counter (OTC) drug brands, launched di-gel, a new antacid/anti-gas brand, just in time for all the overindulging and stress of the holidays.
The new digestive aid, which is being promoted with integrated TV and digital advertising, grassroots and public relations, launched with the brand tagline
A recent Harris Interactive survey on the attitudes of the American public towards healthcare acquired infections (HAIs) revealed that almost one quarter (24%) of U.S. adults or someone they know have had an infection as a result of a stay in a hospital; and that 37% are most concerned about the spread of germs and bacteria in hospitals, as compared to other public places.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), nearly 2 million people acquire infections while in U.S. hospitals each year; and almost 100,000 die as a result.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/58854-antimicrobial-copper-kills-bacteria-healthcare-equipment
More than 46 million turkeys will be cooked this Thanksgiving holiday, according to the National Turkey Federation. In an effort to help protect Americans from foodborne illness during the Thanksgiving season, the Ad Council, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in partnership with Food Network Star’s Martie Duncan, are helping to dispel many of the common myths surrounding the preparation and serving of the holiday turkey meal.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/59193-ad-council-usda-hhs-food-safe-families-public-service-thanksgiving
The National Insurance Crime Bureau, the Insurance Information Institute and the National Consumers League have joined together to alert victims of Sandy to the potential for fraud by unscrupulous contractors. A 30-second public service announcement urges Sandy victims to be alert to potential fraud schemes by contractors who are only looking to take their money while doing shoddy repairs or no repairs at all. Victims are advised to avoid pressure tactics and contractors going door to door. “If you didn’t request it, reject it.” People who suspect that they’re being scammed can call 1-800-TEL-NICB to report it.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/53843-nicb-alert-to-sandy-victims-potential-for-fraud-by-contractors-psa