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The American Association of Medical Assistants® (AAMA), the only organization in the world devoted exclusively to the medical assisting profession, will celebrate Medical Assistants Recognition Week (MARWeek) with the theme "Medical Assistants Are MAGIC: Medical Assistants Give Incredible Care." The national appreciation week will take place October 17-21, and medical assistants across the country will be honored on Medical Assistants Recognition Day, Wednesday, October 19.

This year's theme, "Medical Assistants Are MAGIC," spotlights the spectacular care provided by medical assistants as multiskilled medical professionals. The theme honors medical assistants' versatility and commitment to excellence, ensuring quality patient-centered health care. 

"MARWeek is a special time for patients, providers and employers to celebrate and recognize medical assistants as vital members of the outpatient care team," says Deborah Novak, CMA (AAMA), 2021-2022 vice president of the AAMA. "Credentialed medical assistants are multiskilled professionals who are trained to provide safe, compassionate, and quality patient care."

MARWeek offers employers, medical assistants and CMAs (AAMA)® an opportunity to recognize medical assistants' contributions to health care delivery effectiveness. Here are suggestions for ways to observe the week:

• Implement new policies for medical assisting staff training, educational assistance, benefits, flex time or other new programs.
• Hold a special medical assisting training seminar on company time.
• Dedicate the October issue of your practice newsletter to your medical assisting staff, recognizing exceptional efforts and overall contributions.
• Offer to display the MARWeek poster in a prominent place in your practice.

To access all materials, including observance suggestions, logos and a poster, visit the AAMA website: https://www.aama-ntl.org/news/marweek.

The AAMA created MARWeek to recognize medical assistants' contributions to health care delivery effectiveness. Medical assistants function as members of the health care delivery team and perform administrative and clinical procedures. With their unique versatility, medical assistants are proving to be the allied health professionals of choice for this decade and beyond. Medical assisting is one of the nation's careers growing much faster than average for all occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

For more information, please visit www.aama-ntl.org or call the AAMA directly at 800/228-2262.

ABOUT THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF MEDICAL ASSISTANTS®

The American Association of Medical Assistants®, the only organization in the world devoted exclusively to the medical assisting profession, was established in 1956 and serves the interests of more than 92,000 medical assisting professionals. The American Association of Medical Assistants provides quality resources and educational opportunities for medical assistants by offering certification, advocacy for quality patient-centered health care, credential acknowledgment and scope-of-practice protection. For more information, visit www.aama-ntl.org.

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Francesca Llanos, Public Relations and Marketing Manager

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773/590-5524

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In commemoration of 9/11 and the strength, courage, and service of first responders across the country, TOOTRiS announces their National 50 in 50 First Responder Honor Gift. 

As champions for the September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance, AmeriCorps has called on Americans to turn one of the most tragic days in U.S. history into a day of good and betterment - TOOTRiS is proud to respond.

More than 25% of American families say finding Child Care is a nightmare, and for first responders (fire fighters, police, EMTs, nurses) who work long and varying hours, the challenge is even greater.

To ease the burden and provide help, TOOTRiS is launching its National 50 in 50 First Responder Honor Gift program. With the gift, the first 50 certified first responders to sign up in each of the 50 states will get free access to TOOTRiS' Premium Child Care platform free of charge for a full year. This allows first responders to access over 180,000 licensed Child Care providers nationwide, 24x7, enabling them to search, vet, and enroll their children in real-time quality Child Care programs for full-time, drop-ins, emergencies, before and after school, during standard and non-standard hours, no matter where they live and work.

"Children and their families are at the core of what we do at TOOTRiS just as first responders are at the core of our communities," said Alessandra Lezama, TOOTRiS CEO and select member of the ReadyNation CEO Task Force on Early Childhood. "TOOTRiS is humbled to be able to give back to first responders in a way that makes life better for their entire family."

First Responders who'd like to receive the First Responder Honor Gift should visit 50-in-50 for more information and eligibility. The first 50 first responders in each state to respond will receive the TOOTRiS Premium Child Care Gift. 

About TOOTRiS

TOOTRiS was founded in 2019 to transform Child Care so that every person, in every city, in every state has access to affordable Child Care options. TOOTRiS is the only technology platform that integrates the entire Child Care ecosystem (children, parents, providers, employers, and service organizations). This makes finding Child Care more convenient, affordable, and on-demand. For more information visit tootris.com.

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Jeff McAdam
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(720) 988-0984

The mission of New Life Solutions is to protect the unborn, share the gospel, and transform communities — one life at a time. Through four strategically located women's health clinics around the Tampa Bay area, women, men, and teens receive the medically accurate information, education, and empowerment they need to make the best choices for their futures. New Life Solutions feels that at this moment, that support is being threatened.

Recently, corporations like Yelp have begun implementing new tactics to paint pro-life pregnancy care centers (CPCs) in a negative light. For example, Yelp is erroneously tagging CPCs with inaccurate information, according to New Life Solutions. This crackdown comes amid pressure following the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade this past June. Unfortunately, this misinformation is vague and falsely represents New Life Solutions.

"Yelp's disclaimer tagged to A Woman's Medical Clinic, specifically says 'Crisis Pregnancy Centers typically provide limited medical services and may not have licensed medical professionals onsite,' a statement that is categorically false for us," said Charles DiMarco, President/CEO of New Life Solutions. "The way these tags are designed can hinder women and families in the community from finding the help and services they so desperately need."

New Life Solutions operates four medical clinics throughout the Tampa Bay area, each staffed with medical professionals offering services in ultrasound imaging, well-woman care, pregnancy testing, and STI/STD testing and treatment. The work by New Life Solutions will remain steadfast in seeking to serve those women, men, and families in need.

For more information, please visit New Life Solution's website https://www.newlifesolutions.org.

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Based in Tampa Bay, FL, New Life Solutions is a recognized national leader in advancing the pro-life movement, with outreach providers serving women, men, teens, and families by meeting physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. New Life Solutions women's health clinics have served and empowered thousands of women to make informed decisions about their health and future. New Life Solutions expert staff and volunteers understand the situations and questions many women face regarding their reproductive health and are prepared to provide the support needed to empower them throughout pregnancy and beyond.

If you or someone you know is facing an unplanned pregnancy, please visit awomansplaceclinic.com for more information and to make an appointment online.

If you or someone you know is silently grieving a previous abortion or the pain of sexual trauma, please visit passagesofhope.org for help.

Canyon Home Care & Hospice, a leading home health and hospice provider in the Intermountain West, today announced the acquisition of Uintah Basin Home Health and Hospice, a division of the Home Care Services of Uintah Basin Healthcare.

The Roosevelt-based agency has been a strong pillar for home health and hospice throughout the Uintah Basin. Working in collaboration with Uintah Basin Medical Center, Uintah Basin Home Health and Hospice has demonstrated a proven track record of providing greater access to home health and hospice care in the home, effectively reducing emergent and long-term institutionalization for the home healthcare patients, and above all, improving the satisfaction, quality of life and health outcomes of all patients serviced by Uintah Basin Home Health and Hospice.

"As of Sept. 1, 2022, Canyon Home Care & Hospice takes responsibility for our home health & hospice services. Our patients' last day of service with UBH home health and hospice services is Aug. 31, 2022. (Please note that this does not include our durable medical equipment services.) We are confident that Canyon Home Care & Hospice will offer exemplary, compassionate care. We are honored to have provided care to our home health and hospice patients and their loved ones. We wish them the best and are hopeful that we can accommodate a smooth transition to ensure continued quality, compassionate care," said Jim Marshall, UBH President & CEO.

In recent years, the healthcare industry has experienced a significant shift towards value-based care and home-based care delivery, further accelerated by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Within these sectors, Canyon Home Care & Hospice has understood these opportunities and has been a dedicated, innovative, compassionate and leading provider across the home health, hospice, and home & community-based services.     

"Since our founding in 2012, Canyon Home Care & Hospice has had a long-standing commitment to driving innovation and increasing access to high-quality home health and hospice care," says Eddie Norris, Managing Partner at Canyon Home Care & Hospice. "The investment in Uintah Basin Home Health and Hospice will allow us to enhance the care coordination with Uintah Basin Medical Center and provide better health outcomes for the patients and clients we serve in the Uintah Basin area."  

About Canyon Home Care & Hospice

Canyon Home Care & Hospice is a highly rated home health and hospice care company with offices in Utah, Arizona, Colorado, Idaho and Nevada and is focused on working with the community to provide the best care in the comforts of the patients' homes. Canyon Home Care & Hospice is a full-service home health and hospice care provider including a pharmacy and durable medical equipment services. Truly making them a one-stop shop for their patients' and clients' home health and hospice needs and differentiating them from other providers. 

https://canyonhomecare.com

801-485-6166

Cold Spring Plastic Surgery, a Long Island plastic surgery center that offers a full range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, recently announced that they will offer a discount on Qwo cellulite treatment for $500 less than the normal price.

Qwo is the first injectable cellulite treatment to have been approved by the FDA. Designed to address what's considered "moderate to severe" buttocks cellulite, Qwo is made of enzymes that break down and ultimately release fibrous septae (the cause of cellulite's appearance). 

Cold Spring Plastic Surgery delivers Qwo in three injection treatments. Each injection at Cold Spring takes roughly ten minutes on average. During each of those treatments, Cold Spring plastic surgeons target the fibrous septae so that the patient's fat cells can be redistributed as new collagen is being produced. The goal of this treatment is to leave every patient with an appearance that is smoother and more toned. 

"It's hard to feel as confident about yourself as you should be when you're dealing with cellulite. Yes, it's a naturally occurring phenomenon, but it can negatively affect your self-image and sense of comfort, all leading to you feeling less confident. Even if you eat right, exercise, and take care of yourself, that doesn't mean that you'll be able to get rid of cellulite. That's where our Qwo comes in. Here, our experienced, pro plastic surgeons can treat you right, providing you with care that gives you maximum results for minimum downtime. Indeed, you'll be back to regular activities the day after getting your Qwo treatment. With summer upon us, we know how folks want to look their best when they're at the beach, out and about, and so forth. That's why we're currently offering a discount on Qwo. We see it as one more way to help people to look and feel better," said Joseph Batac of Cold Spring Plastic Surgery. 

In addition to Qwo, Cold Spring Plastic Surgery also offers cosmetic surgery services, hand surgery services, chemical peels, Botox, and reconstructive surgery among many, many other services. Those interested should request a consultation through their site or by calling (631) 470-9650 or (212) 472-2022. 

For more information about cellulite treatment, Qwo, or to make a press inquiry, you can reach Cold Spring Plastic Surgery at https://www.coldspringplasticsurgery.com/ 

SFSC 2022
A virtual conference for all school staff that promotes school safety without security!

Dr. Linda Metcalf will again host hundreds of educators and education experts at the 4th Solution Focused School Conference on Oct. 28 & 29, who will share how they have been able to create safer schools without focusing on security. Schools implementing the solution-focused approach - a model that puts the responsibility on students to develop solutions instead of educators to solve problems - have seen significant reductions in discipline referrals and an increase in academic success.

With a shortage of teachers across the U.S. and higher teacher-to-student ratios in classrooms this year, educators are under extreme pressure to engage students so they can learn. Many students are disengaged or feeling isolated, which increases the risks of ill-discipline and disruptive behavior, or worse, more school shootings.

"Many educators aren't properly trained to handle disruptive or disengaged students, so they're either giving up, moving schools or quitting altogether," says Dr. Linda Metcalf, best-selling author of Counseling Toward Solutions, and host of The Solution Focused School Conference. "A child's future depends on a cohesive and inclusive school environment, and that should not be undermined by disruptive behavior, or the inability of educators to manage it."

The fourth installment of the annual conference is themed "Engaged Educators = Exceptional Classrooms", and is bringing together 20 speakers from 5 different countries. They will share solution-focused techniques and case studies of how this evidence-based approach is transformed their schools and other schools around the world.

Studies by the University of Texas found a growing number of schools implementing the solution-focused approach, and where they have increased student engagement, awarded more credits, and reduced drop-out rates.

Delegates will attend the conference online on Oct. 28 & 29, and will earn 18 Continuing Education Units.

"Schools that implement the solution-focused approach transform into a safer environment of exceptional classrooms led by engaged educators," says Dr. Metcalf.

"In those schools, discipline isn't an issue; students and teachers work through their challenges together; there is reduced conflict because previously disengaged students start engaging; students become responsible leaders; and there is great pride in the school's academic success."

Schools that implement the solution-focused approach are safer without focusing on security.

Using this approach will make schools safer, with less disruption and better academic results.

Attend the conference by registering at https://solutionfocusedschool.com/conference

ABOUT DR. LINDA METCALF

PRESS CONTACT: Linda Metcalf                                                                   

https://solutionfocusedschool.com

[email protected]

(817) 690-2229

Dr. Linda Metcalf is a Professor at Texas Wesleyan University, a licensed professional counselor supervisor, a licensed marriage and family therapist supervisor, a former middle school teacher and a certified all-level school counselor. Dr. Metcalf is the best-selling author of Counseling Toward Solutions and 10 other books.