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Investigational 2.0mg Semaglutide Dose Promoted for Type 2 Diabetics With Higher A1c Score

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Investigational 2.0mg Semaglutide Dose Promoted for Type 2 Diabetics With Higher A1c Score
Ozempics Continuing to Stand Out as a New Type 2 Diabetes Medication Alternative


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VICTORIA, British Columbia - September 7, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Novo Nordisk introduced Ozempic to the market in 2017, giving Type 2 diabetics a different option when it comes to their injections made for keeping their blood sugar levels down and managing their diabetes effectively. Semaglutide appeals to Type 2 diabetics on several different levels, primarily for being a once-a-week injection and one that is more effective for having A1c test scores down to the standard 7% or lower. Canadian Pharmacy can fill Ozempic prescriptions for U.S. residents approved by their doctor to switch to Ozempic.

The medication is also touted as a better fit for Type 2 diabetics needing to improve scores but also be more cautious regarding cardiovascular health concerns. Those who are more at risk of a cardiac event may have their doctors recommending they move to Ozempic, and to a lesser extent, Ozempic is being discussed as a blood sugar control medication that promotes more weight loss. Users need to make diet changes and increase physical activity for Ozempic to be beneficial for them in that way.

Earlier this year, a 2.0mg dosage of Semaglutide was approved by the U.S. FDA. Novo Nordisk chose to conduct a new phase 3 clinical trial for this medication based on their findings that 70% to 80% of test participants succeeded in getting their A1c scores to 7% or lower with either the 0.5 or 1mg Ozempic dosages. The 2.0mg Semaglutide injection was suggested for the remaining 20% to 30% of users to have the same success with managing their blood sugar levels. 

Trial results look promising with the higher dose getting scores down to the 7% threshold for participants unable to do so with the 0.5mg or 1mg injections. Ozempic is a GLP-1 receptor agonist medication that works to inhibit gastric emptying, and this is what makes Semaglutide different from the active ingredients in other diabetes management medications. Patients who are doing well with Ozempic but are still seeing higher A1c test scores may want to talk to their doctor about moving to the 2mg dose.

Americans may want to order Ozempic from Canada if they struggle to afford their Type 2 diabetes medication. If you are approved to switch to Ozempic, then you can evaluate your options for finding the best price on Ozempic 2.0mg. 

About the Company 

Canada Pharmacy is a Canadian online pharmacy among those recommended for Americans who shop at a pharmacy in Canada to save money. It can source medications in a way that allows for the best prices on prescription drugs from Canada. All orders require a prescription and are dispensed by a licensed pharmacist, in the same way it would be with any pharmacy in America. Pay less when you order drugs online from Canada.

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https://www.canadadpharmacy.com/

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Biolage Professional Introduces Strength Recovery Collection, Infused With Vegan Squalane for Effective and Gentle Damage Repair

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Biolage Professional Introduces Strength Recovery Collection, Infused With Vegan Squalane for Effective and Gentle Damage Repair
The new Strength Recovery Collection is infused with vegan squalane and other high-performing ingredients that help to repair existing damage and prevent against new damage caused by color treatments and heat styling

NEW YORK - September 7, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Biolage Professional, a worldwide leader in salon haircare, introduces the Strength Recovery Collection infused with 100% vegan squalane. The collection, which features four products, repairs, strengthens and increases softness and manageability, promoting 3X stronger hair after one use* and 73% less breakage** while maintaining, vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-, mineral oil-, and colorant-free formulas.  

Chemical damage from color and texture services and mechanical damage from heat styling can deplete essential lipids from the hair, making the surface of hair fiber weak and prone to breakage and split ends. All products in the Strength Recovery collection are formulated with vegan squalane, an ingredient sustainably sourced from olive trees. Vegan squalane is an excellent hair emollient and antioxidant that mimics skin's natural oils; it acts as a protective agent, helping reduce breakage while adding shine and softness.  

This collection embodies "repair that cares," featuring powerful and gentle repairing ingredients and luxurious and conditioning formulas to create a unique sensorial experience. This is the first collection launched from the brand since its August 2022 rebrand announcement that further solidified the company's commitment to sustainability, as the collection features vegan and cruelty-free formulas and 100% PCR plastic packaging. 

"We are so excited to introduce the Strength Recovery collection," says Assistant Vice President of Biolage Professional Aurelie Croze. "Biolage is known for its gentle and caring formulas and we wanted to launch a repair range that reflected our heritage. The Biolage Strength Recovery collection is our unique approach to repair that cares, with powerful formulas that restore even the most damaged hair while upholding our highest sustainability commitments. I love that the entire range is vegan, cruelty-free and free of mineral oil, parabens and colorants, and that it's infused with skincare super ingredient vegan squalane, one of the best ingredients to reduce damage and boost moisture." 

"I'm so excited for the launch of the Biolage Strength Recovery collection," says Biolage Global Ambassador and celebrity stylist Sunnie Brook. "As a stylist who is constantly using heat on my clients and myself, this line has become a staple in my kit and in my own bathroom to prevent and protect against damage." 

"This collection ensures the integrity of my clients' hair, even with the traditionally damaging heat and chemical styling that come with editorial and red carpet events," says Biolage Global Ambassador Cynthia Alvarez. "This collection is like insurance for my clients' hair, repairing existing damage and strengthening the hair to prevent against further damage, and I love that these products embody Biolage's mission of combining powerful results with innovative and nature-inspired formulas." 

The Strength Recovery collection features a shampoo, deep treatment pack, and leave-in spray that are ideal for all hair types, as well as a conditioning cream ideal for medium to thick hair types. The shampoo, conditioning balm, and deep treatment pack are available at salons, Ulta Beauty, Amazon, JCPenney and Hair.com, and the leave-in spray will be available at the same retailers in mid-to-late September. The products in this collection are competitively priced per ounce, with an MSRP of $16-$24. For salon professionals, the Strength Recovery collection will be priced at $8-$12 per product. Learn more about the brand-new Strength Recovery collection at Biolage.com. 

*system of Strength Recovery System of Shampoo, Conditioning Cream and Strength Repairing Spray vs. non-conditioning shampoo. 

**system of Strength Recovery System of Shampoo and Conditioning Cream vs. non-conditioning shampoo. 

ABOUT BIOLAGE PROFESSIONAL: 

In 1990, Biolage Professional was born from the mind of hairdresser and entrepreneur Arnie Miller, who saw the opportunity to bring out hair's natural beauty, touchable and full of movement. Since its conception, the brand has been inspired by natural ingredients, and known for its iconic white packaging and signature fragrance. Biolage Professional is recognized worldwide as a leader in salon haircare, offering high-performance, professional-quality products inspired by botanicals — and that reputation continues to grow. Biolage Professional is committed to consistently improving its formulas and sustainability standards, and is proud to announce that as of Aug. 1, 2022, the brand is 100% vegan, cruelty-free approved under the Leaping Bunny program by Cruelty Free International, and its signature bottles are made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic. We recognize that sustainability is a journey of continuous improvement, and we invite you to join us.  

EDITORIAL/MEDIA INQUIRIES: For all media inquiries, including sample requests, please contact Alexa Lewis: [email protected] // 310-878-2560.  

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Insight Treatment to Open New San Diego Teen Treatment Location

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Insight Treatment to Open New San Diego Teen Treatment Location
SAN DIEGO - September 7, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Insight Treatment, which offers teen counseling for depression and other mental health concerns, announced the opening of a San Diego location. This location will join those in Santa Clarita, Van Nuys, Pasadena, El Segundo, El Monte, Merced, and Modesto.

For more than three decades, Insight Treatment has offered Intensive Outpatient Treatment (IOP) for teenagers struggling with mental health concerns and/or substance abuse. In addition to depression, the staff at Insight Treatment has provided support and guidance for teens dealing with anxiety, trauma, ADHD, addictive behaviors, aggression, isolation, and more.

Since the program's inception, Insight Treatment has provided help and hope to thousands of teens as well as their parents.

The fundamental belief at Insight Treatment is that teenagers need to feel that they belong to a community of their peers. Thus, each Insight Treatment location is designed to create a fun and creative "clubhouse" atmosphere. San Diego will be no different. Insight Treatment staff is currently working to foster a community where teenagers can relax, play games, and build positive relationships with peers.  

As with every other Insight Treatment, the San Diego location will offer individual as well as group therapy, parent support groups, school support, a day program, and more.

"We're proud to be able to expand into San Diego. At every Insight Treatment, our staff has been able to help teens not only with their mental health problems, but with the underlying issues causing them. Since the very beginning, we've always believed that teenagers should have specific treatments for their issues, their needs, their lives. So many teenagers and their families have had to face so many challenges over the last few years. Here, we wanted to create a place where teens as well as their families could develop a long-term support system, so as to discover the deeper issues at hand and ultimately overcome them. We're looking forward to the opening of our San Diego location and can't wait to see where we go next," said Lisa Dixon, Insight Treatment Director of Admissions and CEO of the San Diego location.

In addition to teen rehab and mental health concerns, Insight Treatment has also helped many teens through struggles with drugs, alcohol, and substance abuse. Interested parties can contact Insight Treatment for a free initial assessment. 

For more about teen support groups, teen counseling in Los Angeles, or to make a press inquiry, contact Insight Treatment at https://insighttreatment.com (888) 295-9995. 
 




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Kelly Foundation Awards $100,000 Grant to Saint John’s Program for Real Change

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Kelly Foundation Awards 0,000 Grant to Saint John’s Program for Real Change
Donation supports families seeking to end the cycle of poverty


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SACRAMENTO, Calif. - September 7, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

The Kelly Foundation awarded $100,000 to Saint John's Program for Real Change, an organization that operates the largest shelter for women and children experiencing homelessness in the Sacramento region. The donation will go towards building strong family support structures leading to generational independence and less homelessness.

"Saint John's directly impacts the lives of women and children desperate for change, and we are excited to partner with an organization that helps the community thrive one life at a time," said Shawn Kelly Devlin, Chairman of the Board of the Kelly Foundation and of River City Bank. "We're confident this donation will support families in need to become self-sufficient after experiencing such challenging circumstances."

     TWEET THIS: Kelly Foundation and #Sacramento based @RiverCityBank donate $100,000 to Saint John's Program for Real Change to improve the lives of women and children experiencing homelessness. #business #banking

"We are proud to support the women and children of the Saint John's Program for Real Change and respect their ambition to better their lives after undergoing detrimental situations," said Steve Fleming, President and CEO of River City Bank. 

After an expansion in 2017, Saint John's added 11 modular homes in 2021, which house up to 55 individuals. Saint John's now serves up to 320 women and children daily with an ongoing waitlist. Members receive extensive education, counseling and training to help lead them to a future of success both personally and professionally. In addition, the finest chefs from the Sacramento area partner with Plates Café each month to provide a one-of-a-kind gourmet meal in support of the women and children served at Saint John's Program for Real Change. 

"The Kelly Foundation's grant is an investment that will heal lives for generations," said Julie Hirota, CEO of Saint John's Program for Real Change. "We appreciate the Kelly Foundation and River City Bank for believing in women and children who work so hard and choose to permanently escape the cycle of poverty and dependence."

The Kelly Foundation supports health and human services, education, culture, environment, and civic improvement through its funding. During the Foundation's 2022 fiscal year, approximately $850,000 in grants were provided to organizations that support the Sacramento region. Since merging with the RCB Foundation in 2009, the Kelly Foundation, of which River City Bank remains a major contributor, focuses on giving back to the greater Sacramento region through charitable donations.

For more information about the Kelly Foundation, please visit KellyFoundationSacramento.org. For more information about Saint John's Program for Real Change, visit SaintJohnsProgram.org. 

About the Kelly Foundation
The Kelly Broadcasting Company's KCRA-TV (Sacramento-Stockton-Modest, CA) went on the air on Sept. 5, 1955, and the owners of the Kelly Broadcasting Company established the Kelly Foundation in December 1988 as a formal vehicle for structuring charitable contributions. The Kelly family sold KCRA-TV in 1999 and has continued the Kelly Foundation ever since. In 2009, the River City Bank Foundation merged with the Kelly Foundation, and some executives of the Bank currently serve on the Foundation's Board. Jon S. Kelly founded River City Bank in 1973 and his daughter, Shawn Kelly Devlin, currently serves as President and Chairman of the Board. The Kelly Foundation is an expression of the importance the Kelly family places on being a good neighbor and citizen in regions where they do business. For more information on the Kelly Foundation, please visit KellyFoundationSacramento.org or call (916) 978-4892.

About Saint John's Program for Real Change
Since 1985, Saint John's Program for Real Change has provided more than 30,000 homeless women and children with the essential tools to rise above their circumstances and make REAL, transformative change in their lives. Operating the largest shelter in the Sacramento Region, Saint John's Program is the one focused exclusively on women and children-the most vulnerable and rapidly growing segment of the homeless population in our region and nationwide. Dedicated to the eradication of homelessness, this 18-month comprehensive program includes mental health therapy, alcohol and drug counseling, parenting education, high school diploma preparation and attainment, budgeting classes, healthy relationship training and a proprietary Employment Training Program. Accommodating over 700 clients and their children each year with three levels of increasingly independent housing, 96% of Saint John's Employment Training Program graduates secure unsubsidized employment, a crucial step in their journeys to self-sustainability.

About River City Bank
Named one of Sacramento Business Journal's "50 Fastest Growing Companies" for each of the past five years, River City Bank is the Sacramento region's premier business bank with assets of almost $3.8 billion. River City Bank offers a comprehensive suite of banking services, including loans, deposits and cash management tools to the business, consumer and commercial real estate sectors. With tailored, executive-level service and a long-term investment grade credit rating from Standard & Poor's, River City Bank redefines the banking experience and every touch point that surrounds it. River City Bank is the largest, independent, locally-owned and managed bank in the Sacramento region with offices in the San Francisco Bay Area and a presence in Southern California. For additional information, please visit www.rivercitybank.com or call (916) 567-2600. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

MEDIA CONTACTS

Amber Holwell [email protected], River City Bank 916-567-2600 
Kathy Bimson [email protected], Kelly Foundation 916-567-2632


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Maria Toler Velissaris Awarded 2022 Eisenhower Fellowship

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Maria Toler Velissaris Awarded 2022 Eisenhower Fellowship
Maria Toler Velissaris, Founding Partner of SteelSky Ventures, was selected for the prestigious Eisenhower Fellowship where she will travel to Rwanda and Spain to progress the state of maternal healthcare

ATLANTA - September 7, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Maria Toler Velissaris, Founding Partner of SteelSky Ventures, has been selected for the prestigious Eisenhower Fellowship through its 2022 USA Justice Fellows, an inaugural program that sends mid-career U.S. professionals abroad to expand their horizons and sharpen their strategies for combatting entrenched racial discrimination in their communities and professions.

Velissaris will travel to Rwanda and Spain this fall to meet with top healthcare and government leaders. In Rwanda, she will focus on technologies that advance the state of maternal health care and, in Spain, she will study the country's single-payer health insurance system.

"This fellowship presents a unique opportunity to explore new and innovative care delivery models in a global context," Velissaris said. "Health equity is foundational to our work at SteelSky Ventures, and I'm eager to return with fresh insights into expanding access and improving outcomes in women's health nationally and globally."

"These dynamic leaders join a global network of Fellows who for nearly seven decades have been striving to create a world more peaceful, prosperous and just," said Robert M. Gates, EF Chairman and former U.S. Secretary of Defense. "Their work advances the core justice pillar of our founding mission."

Enforcing racial equality through the rule of law, President Dwight D. Eisenhower sent troops from the U.S. Army's 101 Airborne Division to Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1957 to protect the Constitutional right of Black students to attend a segregated all-white high school. More than six decades later, amid a national reckoning of relations between the races, Eisenhower Fellowships is advancing the legacy of its namesake with its inaugural 2022 USA Justice Program.

"The Justice Program employs our historic foundation of direct dialogue to enhance understanding and shape solutions to the vexing inequalities that disproportionately affect African-Americans and other communities of color," said George de Lama, EF President.

Maria Toler Velissaris founded SteelSky Ventures in 2020 to improve access, care and outcomes in women's healthcare by finding investment opportunities in innovative medical devices, digital tools and delivery models. Today, her firm has $73 million in assets under management.

For the biographies of each of the USA Justice Program Fellows, please click here.

About SteelSky Ventures

SteelSky Ventures is a black female-led venture capital fund investing in companies that improve access, care, and outcomes in women's healthcare. With $73 million in assets under management, SteelSky Ventures is the largest venture capital fund focused on women's healthcare. For more information about SteelSky Ventures, visit https://steelskyventures.com. 

About Eisenhower Fellows

Now in its 69th year and named for America's 34th president, EF brings together innovative leaders from across geographies and sectors to tackle big challenges and improve the world. Since 1953, more than 2,400 mid-career leaders from 115 countries have benefited from the unique experience of an Eisenhower Fellowship.

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Lake City, Co. Hosts the Uncorked Wine and Music Festival Sept. 17, 2022

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Lake City, Co. Hosts the Uncorked Wine and Music Festival Sept. 17, 2022
There are so many things to do in Lake City, Co. See fall colors, explore the Alpine Loop, hike, fish, camp, relax and enjoy Lake City, Co.'s annual Uncorked Wine and Music Festival.

LAKE CITY, Colo. - September 7, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

With so many things to do in Lake City, Co. and so many ways to create lasting memories, no wonder Lake City, Co. is a popular repeat vacation destination. Lake City is a hub for enthusiasts of all kinds because one can hike, bike, fish, camp, RV, kayak, SUP and ATV from one central location. Lake City Loopers ATV Rentals supports the Lake City community including the Uncorked Wine and Music Festival.

On September 17, Lake City, Co. hosts the Uncorked Wine and Music Festival. The lineup includes seven musical acts, artisan food vendors, and various wines, it's a great way to meet people and relax in style. All proceeds from the festival support local community projects.

To enjoy the outdoors and experience the changing colors of fall, explore the Alpine Loop on an all-terrain vehicle from Lake City Loopers ATV Rentals. The Alpine Loop is a 75-mile+ trail system that traverses 13,000' passes and offers sights of waterfalls and well-preserved old-west mining towns, mills, and mines.

Lake City offers several restaurants, lodging, camping and entertainment options including the following:

  • In the morning, fuel up with breakfast at Chillin', a local favorite for their tasty breakfast burritos.
  • Spend a day on the loop with an ATV Rental from popular Lake City Loopers ATV Rentals, which offers reliable 5-seat Honda 1000s. 
  • In the evening, Lake City Brewing Company offers locally brewed beverages. Relax outside or belly up to the bar and enjoy a gourmet brat.
  • Check out Packer Saloon & Cannibal Grill. With their large patio and campfire-style outdoor fire-pit, this is a great place to relax.
  • And don't forget ice cream for dessert. The San Juan Soda, Co. is centrally located right across the city park on Silver Street.

Looking for a campsite, RV site or motel? Lake City, Co. has you covered.

Lake City, Co. is a fall travel destination because of its many activities and access to the Alpine Loop. For more information contact Steve Twyman of Lake City Loopers at 970-944-0553 or [email protected].




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New Study Finds Mouse Embryonic Stem Cells Have No Special Requirement for Threonine

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New Study Finds Mouse Embryonic Stem Cells Have No Special Requirement for Threonine
WASHINGTON - September 7, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

A recently published article in Experimental Biology and Medicine (Volume 247, Issue 15, August, 2022) challenges that mouse embryonic stem cells are dependent on threonine. The study, led by Dr. Jian Feng in the Department of Physiology and Biophysics at the State University of New York, Buffalo, finds that mouse embryonic stem cells do not have a unique requirement for threonine.  

Threonine is an amino acid used in the biosynthesis of proteins. An influential study published in 2009 claims that the growth and proliferation of mouse embryonic stem cells (mESCs) have a unique dependence on threonine. The study has generated significant interest and many subsequent papers are published based on this claim. It has become accepted that mESCs have a special requirement for threonine to grow and multiply.

In this study, Drs. Feng and Boyang Zhang replicate the experiments in the previous study and use the serum-free, 2i/LIF medium to test if mESCs have a dependence on threonine. In the individual absence of methionine or valine, the growth and proliferation of mESCs in serum are as severely affected as in the absence of threonine. Removing even a non-essential amino acid such as arginine or glutamine significantly attenuates the growth and proliferation of mESCs. The present study thus set the record straight on the amino acid requirement of mESCs by finding that, just like most types of cells, mESCs do not have a special requirement for threonine. The study will move the field forward to a more comprehensive understanding of cellular metabolism in mESCs, which serve as the bedrock of stem cell biology because they can generate all types of cells in a mouse.

Drs. Feng and Zhang said: "We were very excited by the previous paper claiming the unique requirement of threonine in mESCs and wanted to understand why. To our surprise, our experiments show that there is nothing unique about threonine; mESCs cannot grow in the individual absence of many other amino acids. We thank Experimental Biology and Medicine for letting us set the record straight."

Dr. Steven R. Goodman, Editor-in-Chief of Experimental Biology and Medicine, said, "Zhang and Feng have tested the dogma that mesenchymal stem cells (mESCs) have a unique requirement for threonine when cultured in medium containing serum and leukemia inhibitory factor (LIF). Their study clearly demonstrates that the growth and proliferation of mESCs in serum/LIF or in a serum-free medium (2i/LIF) requires many essential and non-essential amino acids. This study provides clarity for those working in the stem cell field on the amino acid requirements of mESCs."

Experimental Biology and Medicine is a global journal dedicated to the publication of multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary research in the biomedical sciences. The journal was first established in 1903. Experimental Biology and Medicine is the journal of the Society of Experimental Biology and Medicine. To learn about the benefits of society membership, visit www.sebm.org. If you are interested in publishing in the journal, please visit http://ebm.sagepub.com/.

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How to Check if You Are Pre-Approved for a Personal Loan

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How to Check if You Are Pre-Approved for a Personal Loan
NEW YORK - September 7, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Credello: When you're looking for a personal loan, knowing if you're pre-approved for one can be helpful. Checking your pre-approval status can help you better understand the loan options available to you and also give you peace of mind in knowing that you're considered a safe investment by the lender. But if you're worried that you're not a good candidate, don't worry. Getting a pre-qualified personal loan can be a lot easier than you might think, and it can save you a lot of time and hassle. Here's what you need to know.

What are the benefits of being pre-approved for a personal loan?

Personal loans are a great way to get the money you need without having to dip into your savings or borrow from loved ones. That said, not everyone is a good candidate for a personal loan, so checking whether or not you're prequalified can prevent a hit to your credit report from the hard inquiry. 

In addition, being pre-approved means that you'll have a better understanding of the interest rates and terms you're eligible for. This can save you time and money in the long run, as you won't have to go through the hassle of applying for a personal loan only to be turned down because you didn't understand the terms or getting offers for terms that are well outside your budget.

How do I check my pre-approval status?

The best way to check your pre-approval status is to contact your potential lender directly. Many lenders offer online applications, but if you're not comfortable filling out an online application, you can also head directly to one of their branch locations (if they have brick-and-mortar offices).

You'll need to provide basic information, including your name, birth date, social security number, and income levels. The lender will then see what eligible terms you qualify for.

If you find out you've pre-qualified for a loan, great! You can now start to prepare yourself for the application process. But remember, pre-approval is not a guarantee of getting a loan. You still have to meet all of the lender's eligibility requirements, and sometimes banks and lenders can change their terms at any time.

If you're not pre-approved, there are still ways to get a personal loan. You can try another lender or search for a loan that better meets your needs. Many options are available, so don't feel limited by your pre-approval status. However, be sure to compare interest rates and terms carefully before applying, as some lenders offer lower rates if you're pre-approved.

So whether you're pre-approved or not, make sure you understand your options before making a decision. And if you have any questions about the pre-approval process, contact your potential lender for help.

Tips for ensuring you get pre-approved for a personal loan

There are a few things you can do to make sure you get pre-approved for a personal loan before you apply. First, make sure your financial history is in order. This includes ensuring your credit score is up-to-date and that there aren't any errors on your report. You'll also need copies of recent pay stubs and banking information.

Next, find a lender that is compatible with your financial situation and goals. You'll typically have better luck working with a lender with whom you have a prior relationship.

Finally, be prepared to provide documentation of your income and debts when you apply for a personal loan. The more proactive you are with providing information, the higher likelihood you'll get pre-approved.

The bottom line

Pre-approval is a critical step in the personal loan process. Make sure you take the time to investigate your options first before applying and be prepared to provide documentation that supports why you're qualified.




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Thistle Farms Welcomes Tasha Bandy Kennard as CEO and Scott Ryder as CFO

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Thistle Farms Welcomes Tasha Bandy Kennard as CEO and Scott Ryder as CFO
Executive leadership appointments come as Thistle Farms crosses $12 million mark in annual donations and social enterprise revenue

NASHVILLE, Tenn. - September 7, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Thistle Farms, a nonprofit social justice enterprise serving women survivors of trafficking, prostitution, and addiction, has announced the appointments of two executive leaders. 

Tasha Kennard has been named chief executive officer. With an extensive leadership history in non-profit, for-profit, and entrepreneurial sectors, Kennard brings a wealth of executive experience, financial oversight, and organizational development to the role. As CEO, she will partner with founder and President Becca Stevens, the board of directors, and the leadership team to fulfill the mission of Thistle Farms, support continued sustainable growth, and further evolve its long-term strategy while ensuring a collaborative, positive, trauma-informed, diverse, and inclusive environment. Kennard follows Hal Cato, who recently stepped down after a six-year period of enormous growth for Thistle Farms.

"Thistle Farms is a beacon of hope — an organization founded on healing and radical hospitality," says Kennard. "I feel a strong calling to this work as it weaves together my values, gifts, and experiences like a patchwork quilt — similar to the women entrepreneurs Thistle Farms supports in our community and across the globe. I'm grateful for the opportunity to support and expand our ability to serve, love, and champion women survivors by providing a safe place to live, a meaningful job, and lifelong sisterhood of support."

Scott Ryder has joined as Thistle Farms' first chief financial officer. The elevation in financial leadership was set in motion as the organization grew from $8.5 million to $12.6 million over the last 12 months. As CFO, Ryder will help steward the organization's investment in programs, sustainable growth, and overall impact. 

"Thistle Farms' mission is one that I believe in wholeheartedly," Ryder said. "As a mission interwoven with social enterprise, its model is uniquely structured to merge impact with economic opportunity for the women it serves. I am honored to help steward our finances as we step into the future." 

"I am filled with hope as I think about this new chapter for Thistle Farms. Both Tasha and Scott are uniquely qualified for leading Thistle Farms and are passionate about expanding our services for women survivors and increasing our presence nationally," said President Becca Stevens. "Our next chapter will be about creativity and scalable growth made possible by all the donors, volunteers, survivors, and allies that have nurtured us for 25 years."

Driven to serve the community, Kennard has led innovative solutions that simultaneously closed gaps for the underserved while lifting up entrepreneurs. As Executive Director of the Nashville Farmers' Market, Kennard led efforts to revitalize the 200-year-old beloved institution, including a $7 million renovation; establishment of small business incubation programs; and a statewide food-security program that doubled the buying power for EBT customers and secured $1 million in grant funding during the pandemic. Kennard has most recently served at Southall Farms, a farm resort and hospitality company, and has also served as Vice President of Marketing and Communications for Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. 

Ryder's 25+ years of executive and finance leadership experience will be invaluable on both the nonprofit and social enterprise sides of the organization. Most recently, Ryder served as CFO of Casa de Amparo, an organization addressing child abuse and neglect in San Diego County and beyond. Ryder earned an M.B.A. from the Paul Merage School of Business at U.C. Irvine, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from University of Redlands. 

"On behalf of the Board, I am excited to welcome Tasha and Scott to Thistle Farms," said Parag Desai, Thistle Farms Board of Directors President and Genesco's SVP, Chief Strategy and Digital Officer. "Both Tasha and Scott bring deep and relevant experience and a commitment to culture and community which is closely aligned with Thistle Farms' values and strategy. As leaders, Tasha and Scott embody the spirit that underpins our mission to help women survivors recover and heal from prostitution, trafficking, and addiction." 

The last three years have seen unprecedented growth for the organization. Fiscal support has poured in from customers, donors, wholesale accounts, corporate partnerships, and grants. The resulting cash flow has been reinvested into expansions on both the program and social enterprise sides of the organization — creating more opportunities for healing, housing, and employment for women survivors. 

ABOUT THISTLE FARMS 

Thistle Farms works with women survivors to overcome and heal from systems of prostitution and exploitation. The model provides housing, healing, and employment; a national network of more than 550 long-term free beds for women survivors; and a community of advocates who believe that love is the most powerful force for change in the world. For more information, visit thistlefarms.org. 

MEDIA CONTACT: 
Amanda Clelland
Thistle Farms Sr. Media Relations & Communications Manager 
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Iodine Software Teams With TruCode to Help Health Systems Capture More Earned Revenue

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Iodine Software Teams With TruCode to Help Health Systems Capture More Earned  Revenue
Iodine Software's 2022 Best in KLAS solution integrates with TruCode Encoder Essentials software to drive more efficient and accurate clinical documentation improvement.

AUSTIN, Texas - September 7, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Iodine Software, the leading enterprise AI software in healthcare, and TruCode, a CPSI company that provides encoder technology solutions that maximize coding efficiency, today announced a partnership that enables health systems and hospitals to more effectively perform clinical documentation improvement (CDI).

Iodine Software will integrate TruCode Encoder Essentials directly into its AwareCDI suite. The combined solutions will provide CDI teams with easy access to detailed diagnosis and procedure code reference information directly in their workflows, in addition to access to complete official code books.

"Clinical documentation improvement is one of the most important areas of hospital operations and has a direct impact on both revenue performance and clinical quality. However, it often requires healthcare professionals to complete complex and tedious work that can negatively impact organizational performance. We want our clients' CDI teams to have the best tools and resources available to them to streamline their work, minimize stress and create a positive working environment," said William Chan, Iodine Software Co-founder and CEO. "Providing TruCode's industry-leading technology within our AwareCDI Suite will allow CDI professionals to have the confidence that every claim has a complete and accurate reflection of the patient encounter, ultimately supporting earned-revenue opportunities and reducing denials."

AwareCDI is based on Iodine Software's proprietary CognitiveML technology, the most advanced and versatile AI engine available in healthcare. It's the only available market solution that addresses mid-cycle revenue cycle leakage at each step, which is one reason why it was recently named the 2022 Best In KLAS CDI Software by KLAS Research with a score of 91.2.

By embedding TruCode's robust coding resources directly into AwareCDI, CDI teams can easily access resources that support accurate capture of documentation and code assignment resulting in appropriate claim reimbursement and accurate reporting of patient outcomes.

"This partnership offers tremendous opportunity for hospitals and health systems because it brings together two industry-leading technologies, each with proven success. By combining TruCode's expertise in encoder technology and coding workflows with Iodine's powerful AI engine, we can deliver real value for healthcare organizations looking to improve the quality of care they deliver while improving revenue capture," said Chris Fowler, CPSI CEO.

An estimated 84 percent of healthcare leaders believe that a root cause of lost or decreased revenue is inaccurate clinical documentation and coding, which can cost the average hospital $5-10M for the average 250-bed hospital in revenue leakage. By integrating AI and coding software directly into a CDI team's workflow, provider organizations can capture earned revenue and minimize physician burnout caused by documentation and coding processes.

About Iodine Software
Iodine is an enterprise AI company that is championing a radical rethink of how to create value for healthcare professionals, leaders, and their organizations: automating complex clinical tasks, generating insights and empowering intelligent care. Iodine's powerful predictive engine complements the skills and judgment of healthcare professionals by interpreting raw clinical data to generate real-time, highly focused, predictive insights that clinicians and hospital administrators can leverage to dramatically augment the management of care delivery - facilitating critical decisions, scaling clinical workforces through automation, and improving the financial position of health systems. For more information, please visit iodinesoftware.com. 

About TruCode
TruCode offers innovative medical coding software solutions to the hospital, consulting, and healthcare IT markets. Since 2005, TruCode's team of passionate and experienced health information professionals has been dedicated to developing the most intuitive encoder available.
The release of the Encoder Essentials in 2011—a set of web services and components that allow TruCode's encoder technology to be embedded within other software platforms—took TruCode to new heights. Industry-leading Computer Assisted Coding (CAC), Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI), and auditing solutions providers have partnered with TruCode to incorporate their encoder functionality into their own software.
In 2021, CPSI saw the value of bringing leading coding technology to their TruBridge business and acquired TruCode. As part of TruBridge, TruCode's solutions have helped to enhance TruBridge's patient management and revenue cycle solutions, helping them more effectively clear the way for care.

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