Ortho Clinical Diagnostics (OCD), in partnership with the National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD), today unveiled new consumer survey results and a report revealing the state of blood test health literacy in the United States with strategies to support much-needed patient education and empowerment. The first step: ensuring patient access to and understanding of blood test results, a critical component to maintaining health and wellness. The campaign kicks off during National Health Literacy Month, an awareness effort founded in 1999 to promote the importance of understandable health information.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/52662-ortho-clinical-diagnostics-and-nacdd-blood-test-health-literacy-survey
As the American Massage Therapy Association® (AMTA®) marks its 15th annual National Massage Therapy Awareness Week October 23 – October 29, 2011, more consumers are using massage therapy for pain relief and other health issues. In fact, according to a recent consumer survey commissioned by AMTA, consumers are progressively integrating massage therapy into their regular health maintenance routines.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/52739-american-massage-therapy-association-amta-pain-relief-health-benefits
Countless women have said “Thank You Curél®” for relieving their dry skin. Now the Curél® Skincare team is giving people a whole new reason to say “Thanks”. This Thanksgiving, the experts behind Curél® Skincare are joining forces with lifestyle expert Katie Brown and Meals On Wheels Association of America to help care for friends, family, and those in need. From teaming up with Katie, to sharing smart holiday survival tips, Curél® Skincare is going beyond providing therapeutic skincare to supporting Meals On Wheels’ mission, which is to ensure that everyone has the comfort and care they deserve during the holidays. At a time when we all think about what we have to be thankful for, Curél® Skincare is giving everyone a reason to be thankful.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/53289-katie-brown-teams-up-with-curel-skincare-support-meals-on-wheels
The 2011 China (International) Urban Development Co-operation and Tourism Destination Brand Marketing Summit was held in Sanya, Hainan province from the 19th to the 22nd of November 2011. This is the first major annual meeting bringing together advertisers in the travel field from both within and outside of China. The event was jointly hosted by the China Association of National Advertisers – Tourism Advertisers Branch, the Hainan Tourism Development Commission and the municipal government of Sanya. Attendees included Gu Xiulian, vice chairman of the standing committee of 10th National People’s Congress of China; Zheng Silin, vice chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the National People’s Congress; as well as representatives from the China National Tourism Administration and from renowned world travel destinations including the Seychelles, Turkey and Mexico. Cui Feng, deputy director of co-organizer Lushan Scenic and Historic Interest Administration Bureau and general manager of Lushan Tourism Development was also in attendance. Mt. Lushan was named at the event as one of the award-winning scenic spots.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/53430-china-urban-development-co-operation-tourism-brand-marketing-summit
Strategic sustainability project specialists Quimera, the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) and the American Le Mans Series presented by Tequila Patrón (ALMS) will form a joint venture combining their respective areas of expertise in 2012 launching a new global initiative to develop the next generation of sustainable motorsport.
Working strategically, both IMSA and Quimera have immediately begun to define their objective of organizing a global, non-fossil fuel based championship.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/54130-american-le-mans-series-ev-racing-quimera-imsa-tequila-patron
Recent unfounded statements surrounding the safety of wheelchair accessible vehicle conversions has caused industry organizations to rally in an effort to set the record straight. The National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) and several of its manufacturing members announced today their position on the recent allegations.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/54214-braunability-disability-organizations-react-to-misleading-statements
UBM Studios Milicruit, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), DirectEmployers Association, and industry leading employers announce the 10,000 Jobs Challenge for Veterans and Military spouses, a program that provides employers with sponsorship and participation in highly active virtual career fairs attended by more than 100,000 veterans and military spouses yearly. The group expects to add hundreds of employers and increase the target number of jobs by partnering with local, national and international businesses to support workforce opportunities for veterans and their spouses.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/49988-milicruit-joins-forces-to-find-10000-jobs-for-veterans-military-spouses
Duda Farm Fresh Foods announces that it has donated eight salad bars to the Seminole County Public School District as part of the United Fresh Produce Association Foundation and first lady Michelle Obama’s “Let’s Move Salad Bars to Schools” initiative. The salad bars will be available to more than 16,000 school children and will offer a variety of fresh vegetables and fruits as part of their school lunch program. Duda is also leading an effort to encourage others to contribute to this important initiative with the goal of placing salad bars in every school in the Seminole County Public School District.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/55208-duda-farm-fresh-foods-donates-salad-bars-seminole-county-public-schools
Today, Race Imboden, 2011 graduate of The Dwight School, was officially named to the United States Olympic Team by the US Fencing Association. After the fourth World Cup event, he mathematically qualified for the Olympics in Men’s Foil based on his high team rankings. Mr. Imboden is currently #6 in the FIE (Fédération Internationale d’Escrime) World Senior Rankings, #2 in the USA Fencing Division I (Senior), and #2 in the USA Fencing Under 19 Division (Junior).
“I couldn’t be more excited and honored to be competing as a member of Team USA, especially in London because my mother’s home country is England. For nine years, I have been working toward this goal with the amazing support and sacrifice of my parents to whom I’m eternally grateful. I’m also grateful to The Dwight School, which helped me to achieve my dream of competing in the Olympics by allowing me the time and flexibility to train, travel the world, and compete while I was a student,” said Mr. Imboden.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/55749-race-imboden-dwight-school-alumnus-united-states-olympic-fencing-team
TruGreen, the nation’s largest professional lawn care service provider and part of the ServiceMaster family of brands, today debuts episode two in its webisode series, “Grow Curb Appeal,” to provide simple tips for enhancing your home’s outer charm. Jason Cameron, licensed contractor and TV host, stars in the seasonal webisodes, in which healthy lawns and landscapes play a leading role.
According to the National Association of Realtors, “Curb appeal sells 49 percent of all homes.” In TruGreen’s approximately two-minute “Grow Curb Appeal” episode two, Cameron demonstrates three tips for updating your home’s exterior magnetism this summer, while the home-selling season is in full swing. The instructional TV host expertly shares: how to create an attractive outdoor living space, how to achieve an inviting nighttime pathway, and how to deal with unsightly lawn discoloration.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/56365-trugreen-grow-curb-appeal-episode-two-jason-cameron-healthy-lawns
Chic Outlet Shopping® has launched the Chic Guide to Europe 2012 – an innovative media campaign in association with Condé Nast publications and supported by a collection of short films featuring a star-studded roll call of famous international names, each filmed on location at the Chic Outlet Shopping® Villages.
The Chic Guide to Europe 2012 represents a seven-year alliance between the world-leading publishing house and Chic Outlet Shopping®. The most international guide to date, ambassadors starring in the campaign represent Brazil, Germany, USA, UK, China and Russia. Matthew Williamson (Vanity Fair UK, Condé Nast Traveller UK), Olivia Palermo (Vanity Fair USA), Karolína Kurková (Vogue Russia), Beatrix Ong (Vogue China), Helena Christensen (Vogue Germany) and Déborah Bloch and Júlia Bloch Anquier (Vogue Brazil).
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/56545-valueretail-chic-outlet-shopping
Swiss watch brand Longines partnered this past weekend with the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) to serve as the Official Watch and Preferred Partner of the 144th running of the Belmont Stakes, the third leg of the prestigious Triple Crown, on June 9, 2012 at Belmont Park.
Longines has been the Official Watch and Timekeeper of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, the first leg of the famed three races, for the last two Runs for the Roses.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/56468-longines-official-watch-timekeeper-of-2012-belmont-stakes
