As the rate of teen prescription drug abuse continues to rise in the United States, the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) and Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., today joined with addiction expert Dr. Drew Pinsky,* to launch a new tool kit intended to help America’s schools educate teens and their parents about the risks and consequences of abusing prescription medication.
The Schools Get Smart, Schools Take Action Tool Kit is part of Smart Moves, Smart Choices, a national initiative of NASN and Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc., designed to inform parents, teens and educators about this growing problem of teen prescription drug abuse, and what they can do to combat it.
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The New Adventures of Peter Pan, a 26 × 22’ 3D HD Stereoscopic TV series, is coproduced with ZDF Group and Method Animation and supported by France Television, De Agostini Group, ATV, B Channel-Indonesia, JCCTV and Noga. Initial ratings are proving this new series to be very popular!
The Jungle Book toys launch globally
The Jungle Book CGI animated series has over 100 licensees across a variety of industries worldwide. Following the success of the TV series, The Jungle Book Toy Line, consisting of action figures, play sets and walkie talkies; outdoor adventure, electronic and summer toys has now launched in key global territories.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/61936-DQ-entertainment-the-jungle-book-toys-launch
Disasters like floods, hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, and earthquakes are a harsh and frequent reality for much of the country. According to a recent survey conducted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), progress has been made; however fewer than half of Americans have discussed and developed an emergency plan with their household.
Today, FEMA and the Ad Council launched a new series of public service announcements (PSAs) to encourage families to develop an emergency communication plan before a disaster occurs. An extension of the national Ready campaign, the new PSAs launch in conjunction with the 12th annual National Preparedness Month, serving as a reminder to take action to prepare for the types of hazards that could impact where you live, work, and vacation.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7608151-fema-ad-council-emergency-preparedness/
More than 46 million turkeys will be cooked this Thanksgiving holiday, according to the National Turkey Federation, but many families aren’t taking the specific actions needed to reduce their risk of foodborne illness. In an effort to help protect Americans from foodborne illness during the Thanksgiving season and throughout the year, the Ad Council is partnering with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s Food Safety and Inspection Service to launch new public service advertisements (PSAs) on behalf of their national Food Safe Families campaign.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7383451-usda-ad-council-launch-psas-help-families-protect-from-foodborne-illness-this-thanksgiving/
Casio America, Inc. re-entered the professional synthesizer market this year with the launch of two products ideal for performing and recording artists – the XW-P1 Performance Synthesizer and the XW-G1 Groove Synthesizer. Based on the successful introduction of the XW series, Casio has teamed up with aNYthing, a streetwear/lifestyle brand located in New York City, to create a limited edition XW-P1 synthesizer. Designed in a signature gold hue, only 200 XW-P1GD units will be available at Guitar Center and Musician’s Friend.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/57776-casio-anything-xw-p1-performance-synthesizer-and-xw-g1-groove-synthesizer
Teva Respiratory and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) announced today the launch of a national awareness campaign - Ditch the Drip, Get Serious about Nasal Allergies - aimed at raising awareness of the seriousness of seasonal and year-round allergies and the need for people living with nasal allergies to adequately prepare for their peak allergy seasons. The program features two-time Olympic volleyball gold medalist and seasonal allergy sufferer Misty May-Treanor. Misty is speaking up for the first time about the impact her nasal allergies have had on both her career and personal life, as she prepares to compete in the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London. For more information on the Ditch the Drip program, Misty's experience with allergies and to view an important public service announcement (PSA), visit www.DitchtheDrip.com.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/54675-ditch-the-drip-get-serious-about-nasal-allergies/
Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation’s largest barbecue chain, is proud to announce the kick-off of their new foundation, Barbecue, Boots & Badges, a foundation committed to leaving a footprint on the communities they serve by providing funding and resources to law enforcement, firefighters and their families.
“We take pride in the communities we serve and saw a vital need for a foundation to support local law enforcement, firefighters and their families,” said Roland Dickey, Jr., president and CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. “These are the people who put their lives on the line every day, we created a foundation to help those who serve us.”
Initial funding for Barbecue, Boots and Badges will coincide with the national launch of Dickey’s new line of potato chips. Guests can try the new chips and give back to the new charity on March 1 when they are available nationwide. The artisan crafted potato chips come in three bold flavors -- original, barbecue and jalapeno cheddar.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7434751-dickey-s-barbecue-boots-and-badges/
DHX Media announces the launch of three dedicated paid YouTube family entertainment channels. DHX Media expands its digital footprint with the launch of DHX Kids, DHX Junior and DHX Retro, and joins an elite group of premier content partners selected to be part of Google-owned YouTube’s first paid channels. DHX Media digital channels will be offered in multiple countries, including Australia (dhxkids.com.au, dhxjunior.com.au, dhxretro.com.au); Brazil (dhxkids.com.br, dhxjunior.com.br, dhxretro.com.br); Canada (dhxkids.ca, dhxjunior.ca, dhxencore.ca); France (dhxkids.fr, dhxjunior.fr, dhxretro.fr); Japan (dhxkids.jp); Korea (dhxkids.co.kr); Spain (dhxkids.es, dhxjunior.es, dhxretro.es); Russia (dhxkids.ru); the U.K. (dhxkids.co.uk, dhxjunior.co.uk, dhxretro.co.uk) and the U.S. (dhxkids.com, dhxjunior.com, dhxretro.com), and in multiple languages, including English, French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. DHX Media digital channels content is available now for free sampling for two week free trials with a subscription price of $2.99 (U.S.)/month. Discounted yearly subscriptions are also available. DHX Media is a leading international creator, producer, distributor and licensor boasting the world’s most extensive independent library of globally recognized children’s entertainment.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/61630-dhx-kids-dhx-junior-dhx-retro-paid-youtube-family-entertainment-channels
DEWAR’S®, the world’s most awarded blended Scotch whisky, today announced the launch of its exciting new visual identity and bottle design. This major evolution in the storied Scotch founded by John Dewar in 1846 is being supported by a global multimedia campaign rooted in the brand’s authenticity and legendary heritage to take the iconic brand into the future.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/71400513-dewars-new-packaging-and-bottle-design
The fight against youth tobacco use was accelerated today by Surgeon General Dr. Regina Benjamin, with the release of the Surgeon General’s Report, Preventing Tobacco Use Among Youth and Young Adults. This report details the scope, health consequences and influences that lead to youth tobacco use and proven strategies that prevent its use.
In addition, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Office on Smoking and Health will launch the Surgeon General’s Video Challenge to engage youth and young adults in developing original videos that feature one or more of the report’s findings. More information can be found at www.Challenge.gov.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/54916-surgeon-general-releases-new-report-on-teen-smoking-tobacco-prevention
DESIRIUM is a collection of high-quality experiences available to download within a single app.
An "experience" is a short and interactive piece of VR content lasting from 2-10 minutes, designed to deliver the emotions of a certain spectrum: fear, drive, joy, and excitement.
The user is offered with a convenient genre navigation respectively: horror, action, comedy, and exploration.
A distinctive feature of the platform is a large selection and high quality of available content. With more than 20 experiences at the start, the library will be constantly updated and extended.
To view the multimedia release go to:
https://www.multivu.com/players/uk/8406751-fibrum-announce-launch-desirium-vr-platform/