I’m an Addiction Treatment Specialist, 15 ½ Years Sober, and Fully in Support of Oregon’s New Law Decriminalizing Drug Use
By Dave Marlon, CEO of CrossRoads of Southern NV & VegasStronger
Measure 110 passed in Oregon with 55.8% of the vote on election day, clearing the way for the state to become the first in the nation to decriminalize the personal possession of small amounts of cocaine, heroin, oxycodone, and methamphetamine.
The ballot measure also reallocates cannabis tax funds to be used for health assessments, addiction treatment, harm reduction, and other services for people with addiction disorders.
The idea behind the ballot measure is to get people suffering from addiction disorders out of the criminal justice system and onto the addiction treatment path.
As an alcoholic in recovery and addiction counselor, one would think I’d be against such a measure to essentially legalize drugs; but let me explain why I’m in favor of it and why I think it could be a smart model for the rest of the country, especially as we look at options to treat the opioid crisis and try to solve America’s “war on drugs.”
15+ years ago when I was struggling with alcohol and cocaine use, I wish I had the treatment options that were just put in place in Oregon – it might have shaved a few years of recklessness out of me.
Even currently, in 49 states in America, there aren’t the treatment options available that just went into effect with Measure 110 in Oregon. For example, with Measure 110, if you are caught with a small amount of drugs, you are issued a $100 ticket. The $100 is waived if you show up for a health assessment or treatment, all of which is paid for by The State of Oregon, not the patient.
I struggled for years and years earlier in my life with the idea that I might end up in jail or the moral stigma of addiction would be too much. I also thought the idea of treatment was just way too expensive. Back then, I couldn’t have imagined what good treatment would do and certainly couldn’t justify the cost. I’m currently 15 ½ years sober and happier than I’d ever imagined I’d be.
Let’s face it, we do have a raging drug problem across the country. We have called it The Epidemic Within the Pandemic here at my treatment center. We also have states who clearly want to legalize cannabis, as exemplified by the 4 states that just legalized it on election day: Arizona, Montana, New Jersey, South Dakota.
Why not tie the taxes from legal cannabis to treatment programs in all states who have legal cannabis? If we know we have a drug problem, if we know how to solve it and if we have a way to pay for treatment – why wouldn’t we help people?
That’s why I fully support Oregon’s Measure 110 and believe it could be a model for other states as they legalize cannabis and look for ways to deal with drug problems. We know the answer to addiction is treatment, so why not use it? Treatment, and I’ve seen this with myself and countless patients, is the way to a healthy and fulfilling life.
Oregon gives me hope that we may finally be on the path to providing relief for the addiction crisis in this country.
COVID-19 Continues to Cause Grief, High Stress and Spending Woes in Young Adults
Atlanta, GA, November 16, 2020 — We have a new norm in the United States: the majority of young adults between the ages of 18 to 34 — about 26.6 million — now live at home with their parents, according to a recent survey by the Pew Research Center.
Supporting grown children can be stressful, especially if your income has been impacted by the pandemic, but there are ways to take control of your family’s finances and map a path toward financial independence for your young adult.
Nicola Smith Jackson, bestselling author, financial advisor and TV analyst confirms, “Undergraduates at unprecedented levels are forced to make drastic changes, moving back home and studying remotely. Many are also forced to take a gap year because of the times. College graduates are also facing the worst job market, and student debt is at an all-time high — also putting a severe strain on their finances. More than seven in 10 graduates are in the red, owing more than $30,000 in student loans, and those already in the workforce are more likely to lose their jobs or take a severe pay cut.”
Even before the pandemic, young adults were increasingly dependent on their parents. About six in 10 parents with children between the ages of 18 and 29 said they have given their kids at least some financial help in the past year — primarily for recurring expenses such as tuition, rent, groceries or bills, Pew reported.
“Supporting grown children adds additional stress to parents when their own financial security is at risk, from medical coverage to auto insurance, groceries and internet, there are hidden costs to having children come back home, and it doesn’t look like it will be getting better any time soon,” says Jackson.
One thing families can do: use this together-time as an opportunity to teach your millennials about finances, and when you do, Jackson advises covering the following topics to help your young earner become more stable:
Avoid bad debt
Save to invest
Borrow only what you need
Generate passive income
Budget, budget, budget
Dr. Nicola Jackson has over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience. She currently leads a multimillion-dollar team of agents consisting of tens of thousands in the financial service industry. She has also led over 450,000 sales representatives in more than 30 countries. As a wife and mother of four, including one child disabled, she turned her pains into passion after burying three children by the age of 23. She holds true to her Christian faith and uses Kingdom values and principles to deliver a sound message to thousands of people around the nation on how to manage a household, maintain a strong marriage and create a multimillion-dollar empire. Dr. Jackson was also an Executive Producer and star on the BET Centric hit reality series, Amateur Millionaires Club; has been featured in several national publications; and is a highly sought after speaker. She has shared the stage with the likes of Dr. Myles Munroe, Dr. Maya Angelou, Ambassador Andrew Young, Bishop Paul Morton, Steve Harvey, Tommy Dortch, Magic Johnson, Dr. Bernice King and many other world-renowned speakers. She is the host of the popular radio show and podcast, “Power Start Your Day.” She is also the author of Inside the Millionaire’s Vault and her upcoming books, Power Moves Journal for the Unstoppable Entrepreneur and Cash The Check, Time-tested Wealth Principles You Can Take to the Bank.
She founded the Pink Millionaire Club where she mentors women on how to “Connect the dots between the haves and the have nots” through Prayer, Impact, Nurturing and Knowledge. Currently, Dr. Jackson travels the world speaking to thousands on the topics, “Live and Die Rich” and “How to Become a Successful Entrepreneur While Being Spiritually Grounded.” She has dedicated her life to empowering others with opportunities and financial literacy to build wealth and legacies for families around the globe.
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NEW MEDICAL GRADE “MyGO2Mask” FACE MASK WITH PATENTED
GRAPHENE OXIDE TECHNOLOGY THAT INDEPENDENT STUDIES SHOW DESTROYS COVID-19 AND FLU DROPLETS
Features Highest quality anti-viral, anti-bacterial Graphene Oxide from South Korea used in patented process to create affordable, reusable and washable mask that blocks 99.53% of particles .3 nanometers or smaller destroying virus droplets in minutes, superior to supposed gold standard N95 mask in every way
Delray Beach, FL—November 17, 2020 G-MASKS, LLC, www.g-masks.comthe importer of face masks from South Korea that provide the highest levels of filtration, absorption and boast antiviral and bacteriostatic qualities, today announced the availability of the MyGO2Mask, www.mygo2mask.us, it’s 4-ply super high-quality graphene-oxide coated face mask that traps 99.53% of particles at a size of .3 nanometers or smaller, including Covid-19 virus droplets and flu particles. MyGO2Mask has earned multiple certifications and registrations and is the only face mask that can trap and destroy Covid-19 virus droplets in less than two minutes after contact.
(MyGO2Mask also features superior filtration capabilities. Coronavirus particles are measured between .07 and .09 microns. While N95 masks filter 95-99% of particles, it only filters particles larger than 0.1 microns. MyGO2Mask’s graphene oxide filters 99% of particles measuring .3 nanometers or smaller making it virtually impenetrable. (i.e. average human hair measures 75 microns which is 1000x’s larger than a single nanometer) . Simply put, the MyGO2Mask provides ideal Coronavirus filtration and the ability to destroy the virus and flu almost on contact whereas the N95 mask does not.)
As stated in numerous independent studies, graphene oxide helps repel and “potentially kill or destroy” different types of viruses containing what scientists call microdroplets. According to studies done on graphene at MIT and Hong Kong’s Polytechnic University, the material is referred to as “superhydrophobic” that reduces the chance of infectious droplets adhering to it and according to experts, “rips coronavirus apart.” The following link discusses the special properties of high-quality graphene oxide:
Additionally, the outlet Sci-Tech Daily reported as recently as September 13, 2020 that, “Graphene’s sharp edge damages the bacterial cell membrane and kills the virus. It may also be killed by the hydrophobic (water repelling) property of graphene.”
In comparison to the 99.53% filtration of particles sized .3 nanometers or smaller achieved by the MyGO2Mask, an N95 mask, which until now was considered the gold standard, only filters 95-99% of particles sized 0.1 microns. The result is that the MyGO2Mask has substantially increased particle-filtering properties. As important, the MyGO2Mask is the only mask capable of destroying virus droplets. Virus droplets are not destroyed by the N95 mask and remain alive when the mask is touched leaving the potential to continue virus spreading. Many experts agree that how you handle your mask is almost as important as wearing your mask because of the concern about spread.
Every MyGO2Mask is shipped hermetically sealed and features a unique and patented graphene oxide bonding system. Using the highest quality graphene from an internationally recognized producer of pure graphene oxide out of South Korea, the material is then further modified by a second patented process that enables it to destroy bacteria and viruses that come in contact with it. Studies show that less than .01% of a virus remains alive after contact with the graphene oxide enabled mask. The mask has earned a CE certification for meeting EU Standards, achieved a US Standard for a BFE of 99%, has an FDA Registration and has earned NSF Certification (National Sanitation Foundation, USA) and is accredited by ANSI (American National Standards Institute).
Adding to the graphene oxide story is the fact that two 2010 Nobel Prize in Physics winning scientists have been associated with the company and the development of the product since the company’s founding. See the link below for the full details on their groundbreaking experiments regarding the two dimensional material graphene oxide:
The “secret sauce” of the MyGO2Mask is two-fold; the quality of its patented graphene oxide and the unique and patented bonding mechanism used by the manufacturer that filters nearly 100% of particles .3 nanometers or smaller. In fact, multiple scientific studies have shown that graphene’s distinctive properties include it being virus resistant with the ability to disintegrate bacteria cells and kill them. Graphene has also proven to be electrostatic, dust repellant, waterproof and can be safely washed with warm water and soap up to 15x without compromising its integrity.
“It’s quite clear that not all masks are created equal. There are masks on the market that use graphite and some that claim to use graphene. Consumers need to be wary of these, especially those made in China, because simple graphite doesn’t have the filtering capability of graphene and most important, not all graphene is created equal,” said William Sackett of G-MASK, LLC. “The MyGO2Mask has already received multiple certifications and registrations and uses the highest quality graphene oxide. There are very few sources in the world that can supply that quality of material. Those facts plus the patented bonding process deployed means the MyGO2Mask is virtually impenetrable to virus droplets. Also, since the droplets are neutralized or destroyed by the graphene oxide, handling the mask becomes safer because the virus isn’t being spread on fingers or on anything the mask touches. Finally, MyGO2Mask is affordable and depending upon the number purchased, the effective cost runs from .25 to .40 cents each.”
More information about the graphene oxide powered MyGO2Mask, including product certificates and supporting scientific studies can be found at www.mygo2mask.us. Media samples can be requested by contacting Shep Doniger at 561-637-5750 and sdoniger@bdcginc.com.
No. 1 Bestselling M.D. Reveals Ultra-Rapid, Drug-Free Techniques to Overcome Anxiety and Depression
San Francisco, CA, Nov. 16, 2020 — Numerous recent surveys indicate that depression and anxiety have doubled or tripled since the corona pandemic. In fact, according to the CDC, more than 40 percent of the population are experiencing “adverse mental conditions . . . associated with . . . Covid-19.” Top that with the realities of the pandemic—including fear of death, separation from loved ones, loss of employment, and intense political battles that trigger even more emotional vulnerability and despair. Now, world-renowned psychiatrist, Dr. David D. Burns, brings us a radical new approach to healing in his No. 1 Amazon bestselling book, Feeling Great: The Revolutionary New Treatment for Depression and Anxiety (PESI, Inc., ISBN: 9781683732884;$26.99, Hardcover). Selling more than 29,000 copies in the first two weeks since its release, Feeling Great reveals innovative techniques that make rapid change possible, even without drugs or therapy.
Feeling Greatemerged from 40 years of research and more than 40,000 hours treating individuals with severe depression and anxiety. This research revealed that negative feelings do not result inwhat’s WRONG WITH YOU—like a chemical imbalance in your brain or a “mental disorder”—but from what‘s RIGHT WITH YOU. And the moment you realize this, recovery will be just a stone’s throw away.
Dr. Burns’ Feeling Good and Feeling Good Handbook have sold more than 5 million copies and have made cognitive therapy the most popular and most extensively researched form of therapy in the world. More than 50 percent of depressed people who read Feeling Good recover of improve dramatically in four weeks with no other treatment. The techniques in Feeling Great are even more powerful.
In Feeling Great you will:
1. Learn how to change the way you think and feel;
2. Pinpoint and eliminate the powerful forces that keep you stuck; 3. Discover why depression and anxiety are the world’s oldest cons; 4. Crush the 10 types of distorted thoughts that rob you of happiness and self-esteem.
Feeling Great feels wonderful! You owe it to yourself to feel GREAT!
David D. Burns, M.D., is an Adjunct Clinical Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine. His Feeling Goodand Feeling Good Handbook have sold more than 5 million copies worldwide. His weekly Feeling Good Podcasts are approaching three million download, and more than 50,000 mental health professionals have attended his workshops throughout the United States and Canada. Dr. Burns lives in the San Francisco Bay area. To learn more, visit www.feelinggood.com and www.FeelingGreattheBook.com.
4 Truths About Older People and the Pandemic
New York, NY, Nov. 16, 2020 — Life spans are getting longer, and the pandemic is greatly affecting older people (and their younger counterparts). Erica Baird and Karen E. Wagner are two successful lawyers, now retired, who cofounded Lustre.net, an online community aimed at redefining retirement for modern career women by confronting outdated stereotypes as they step into their next two to three decades. Together, Baird and Wagner reveal 4 Truths About Older People and the Pandemic:
1. Older people are people, too. According to theWorld Health Organization, ageism affects at least 600 million people worldwide. Ageism, the last acceptable ‘ism,’ serves only to legitimize stereotypes of older people and leads to views, such as those articulated during the pandemic, that maybe the pandemic is not so bad if it only affects older people (which of course it does not). It is time to ditch those false assumptions. Older people are living longer and better than ever. Every lucky person will, in fact, one day be older. Long before that day, everyone needs to understand that older people are people, too.
2.Boomers have skills that help them handle the pandemic.Boomers have solved many problems in their time—especially women, who have to solve problems at home, at work and everywhere else. They also know that crises can bring about positive change—they lived through the dawn of modern feminism, the birth of the civil rights movement, the Vietnam War protests and the AIDS crisis. So while they hate the pandemic, they know how to deal with the daily dramas, and they know it will bring some useful changes when it is over.
3.Younger and older people have better lives if they live in the same communities.Older people are in the prime of their lives, and have experience and perspective to offer younger people. Younger people, in turn, have energy and exuberance that can benefit older people. Diversity of perspectives is always a good thing. Isolating older people, by housing them in retirement communities and excluding them from the workforce, is a waste for both generations. Never before have so many generations lived at the same time. Keeping them together profits everyone.
4.Older people should participate in tech design. Thanks to the pandemic, right now is Zoom time, and everyone is connecting virtually. Older people know this is not the way anyone wants to live, but they also know how to make it work for the moment. In their careers, when technology flowered, they learned well its value and how to use it. Zoom is just an extension of what they already know. As Forbesreported, older people do sometimes get frustrated with technology—and who doesn’t—but older people are seldom asked for input on the design of anything. Maybe if someone over 16 who isn’t a gamer were asked for her opinion, everyone’s frustration would disappear.
Lustre.net is an online forum founded by Erica Baird and Karen Wagner, two New York City retired attorneys. Together, Baird and Wagner are on a mission to redefine retirement for modern career women by confronting outdated concepts, defying stereotypes and raising our collective voices to ensure that retirement for all of us is shaped by women, for women. Baird and Wagner want women to “tap into our experiences and passions, forge new identities and find new purpose—and pass on what we know to the next generation.”
Mikey’s™ Introduces NEW Superfood Gluten and Grain-Free Tortillas
Bethlehem, PA (November, 2020) – Mikey’s, the pioneer in frozen gluten and dairy-free foods, introduces their NEW vegetable-based superfood tortillas which are an innovative, colorful addition to the Mikey’s product line. They are crafted with clean, high-quality ingredients and superfoods like spirulina, turmeric, and hemp protein, redefining the classic flour-based tortilla. The initial launch has three varieties; Mikey’sSweets & Beets Gluten and Grain-Free Tortillas, made with purple sweet potato and beets, Mikey’sGolden Turmeric Gluten and Grain-Free Tortillas, made with turmeric and hemp protein, and Mikey’s Super Greens Gluten and Grain-Free Tortillas, made with spinach, broccoli, and spirulina.
Mikey’s Superfood Tortillas are all vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and non-GMO Project Verified. These exciting tortillas are perfect for today’s consumer looking to incorporate more vegetables, antioxidants, and immunity-boosting ingredients into their diet, while still enjoying their favorite foods. The Mikey’s Superfood Tortillas are amazing as a base for recipes, for wraps, or for whatever your creativity allows. Mikey’s Superfood Tortillas are an expansion to their already existing line of gluten, grain, and dairy-free products made from nutritious, high-quality ingredients.
Mikey’s was founded in 2014 when Michael Tierney, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and prior chef in several world-renowned restaurants, noticed a growing number of companies using the claim “gluten-free” as a way to convince consumers their products were better for them, when, in reality, they were loaded with artificial ingredients, fillers, and preservatives. When he couldn’t find any clean-ingredient options, he decided to make his own. His first product was the Original English muffin, made out of just eight ingredients found in his home pantry. He began selling them locally at Long Island delis and markets, while continuing to expand his line into pizza crust, tortillas, and sliced bread. Within a year, he had taken the brand national at Whole Foods and Walmart.
“The initial idea was to provide gluten-free consumers products that do not require any compromise made with a few simple, high-quality ingredients that deliver dense nutrition and great taste,” says Michael Tierney, founder of Mikey’s. “Mikey’singredients are an important part of who we are and what they stand for. We strongly believe that superior taste comes from high quality ingredients and that no one, regardless of allergies or dietary restrictions, should ever be forced to compromise on nutrition or taste.”
Mikey’s Superfood Tortillas are sold in packs of 8 at a suggested retail price of $5.99,and can be found exclusively at Sprouts Farmers Market or on their site at EatMikeys.com. In addition to tortillas, Mikey’s offers a complete product line of delicious allergen-friendly frozen foods crafted with high-quality, recognizable ingredients free from gluten, grains, dairy, and soy. The complete product line includes: English muffins, tortillas, pizza pockets, pizza crust, and more available at leading retailers – 7,000 natural, club, and grocery stores across the U.S.
For recipes, more information and to locate a store near you got to www.EatMikeys.com
About Mikey’s LLC
Mikey’s is a labor of love from the kitchen of Michael Tierney, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America who trained in several of the world’s most acclaimed restaurants. Recognized by Forbes as one of its 30-Under-30, Tierney’s commitment is always to deliver products with dense nutrition, free from common allergens, using clean ingredients, while never compromising on taste. Mikey’s products are certified gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and free from dairy, grains and soy. Mikey’s product offerings include English muffins, pizza crust, tortillas and pizza pockets. Mikey’s is available in more than 7,000 stores nationwide in the natural and grocery channels. To learn more about Mikey’s, visit the website at https://eatmikeys.com/ or follow the brand on Instagram (@Mikeys), Twitter (EatMikeys), or Facebook (@EatMikeys).
Gym Closed? How You Can Reach Your Fitness Goals in Your Own Home
As the COVID-19 pandemic spread across the world, thousands of gyms shut down to control the spread of the virus. Though some gyms have started opening up again in recent months, many gyms remain closed. Don't let your closed gym stop you from reaching your fitness goals. Work out from the comfort of your own home and get fit with these tips.
Stream Your Workouts
The internet is filled with free online workouts that you can stream directly to your phone, television, or computer. The most important thing is to pick a workout you enjoy and do it regularly. This is also a great way to try something new without having to commit to a workout class or a gym. Try something that you haven't don't before, such as kickboxing, Zumba, or strength training.
Get Creative With Equipment
Don't let a lack of equipment at your home stop you from getting a sweat. Get creative with things you have around the house. For example, a gallon of water weighs eight pounds and can be used as a dumbbell substitute, or an old shirt can be cut and tied to make a fitness band. Look around the house to see what you can use, and make what you find work.
Try Virtual Fitness Coaching
Those who prefer working out with a personal trainer may be frustrated that their gym is closed. However, you don’t have to break social distancing guidelines to work with a trainer. You can use a virtual fitness coach to stay fit during this time. Fitness coaches, like those at Plan 7 Coaching, may be available for virtual fitness classes or for individual coaching. Fitness coaches can help you stay motivated and keep you accountable.
Keep on Top of Your Numbers
It's easy to let the stress of life lead to comfort eating and skipping a few workouts. The best way to stay on top of your fitness goals is to watch your numbers. Keep meals within your personalized macros and calorie counts, check your weight or body fat weekly, and keep track of your workouts to motivate you.
Stay Accountable
Having a sense of accountability can help keep you motivated to stay on top of your goals. Connect with friends via social media or text messaging, and challenge each other to work out regularly. Check-in with each other to encourage each other to succeed. A friendly wager over who can work out the most or lose the most weight over a set time can bring out your group's competitive side and make working out more fun.
A closed gym doesn't mean that you have to put your fitness goals on pause. Get creative and use some of these tips to stay fit and healthy during this time.
Ice Bucket Challenge Proceeds Help Fund First Canadian ALS Care and Management Guideline
Best practice recommendations establish national standard and address issues important to care in Canada
TORONTO, Nov. 16, 2020 /CNW/ - The Ice Bucket Challenge continues to make an impact. Proceeds from the highly successful 2014 viral sensation have helped fund a comprehensive new resource to guide efforts to ensure people living with ALS in Canada receive the best possible care no matter where they live.
The first Canadian Best Practice Recommendations for the Management of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, published in the latest issue of the CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal), recommends people living with the disease receive specialized multidisciplinary care, and addresses issues important to caring for people living with ALS in Canada, including timeliness of care, disease-modifying therapies, medical assistance in dying (MAiD) and caregiver support.
ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, gradually paralyzes people because the brain and spinal cord are no longer able to communicate with the muscles of the body that we are typically able to move at will. With four out of five people dying within five years of diagnosis in Canada, providing timely, optimal care from coast-to-coast is critical.
"These Best Practice Recommendations are an important step forward for improving the lives of people living with ALS in Canada. We hope they will help enable ALS clinics across the country to meet a common national standard, offering the best possible care to their patients and helping them navigate this complex and devastating progressive disease," says Dr. Christen Shoesmith, Neurologist & Motor Neuron Disease Clinic Director at London Health Sciences Centre and Chair of the ALS Best Practice Recommendations Working Group.
With the new guideline, people living with ALS in Canada, their families and healthcare providers are also now empowered to make informed, collaborative decisions and advocate for optimal care consistent with best available evidence and expert consensus.
Until now, there have been no recommendations explicitly for the care of people living with ALS in Canada. Clinicians and care teams have relied on older guidelines published in the US and Europe, which do not address issues important to care in Canada.
"It's critical that each person living with ALS, along with their family and caregivers – no matter where they live in Canada – have access to the best and most appropriate care for their disease," says Tammy Moore, Chief Executive Officer, ALS Society of Canada. "That's why it's important that these guidelines reflect Canadian experience, values and the healthcare system. We congratulate the Working Group and everyone involved in developing this important resource that will help to improve the standard of care."
A 13-member pan-Canadian Working Group developed the guideline's more than 130 recommendations across 13 areas of focus to provide an update on evolving best practices of care in ALS. In doing so, they assessed hundreds of published peer-reviewed articles, and sought the input of people living with ALS in Canada, ALS Societies across the country, as well as other health providers and organizations.
Funding for the guideline was made possible through donations from the 2014 Ice Bucket Challenge and the Canadian ALS Research Network (CALS), a partnership of clinicians across Canada that specialize in ALS research and clinical care.
"We thank Canadians who enthusiastically supported the ALS community through the Ice Bucket Challenge which helped bring these recommendations to life. We continue to strive to make significant impacts with the ongoing generosity and support of Canadians coast to coast," Moore continues.
To learn more, the guideline can be accessed by visiting ALS Canada's website at www.als.ca.
About the ALS Canada Research Program and Canada's ALS Societies The ALS Canada Research Program funds peer-reviewed research grants and fosters collaboration amongst Canadian researchers, helping to nurture new ideas and build capacity. As the only dedicated source of funding for ALS research in Canada, the ALS Canada Research Program aims to accelerate research impact by providing funding for the best ALS projects focused on translating scientific discoveries into treatments for ALS. Collectively through initiatives like the Walk to End ALS, ALS Societies across Canada support the ALS Canada Research Program. ALS Societies across Canada work together to maximize our collective impact and make the greatest difference for people affected by ALS. Our approach as eight independent organizations working in partnership enables us to respond to the variation that exists between provincial healthcare systems, where we each play a role in filling gaps by providing community-based support. ALS Societies advocate federally, provincially and locally on behalf of people and families living with ALS for policy changes that will have a meaningful impact today and in the future.
Shoesmith C, Abrahao A, Benstead T, et al. Canadian best practice recommendations for the management of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. CMAJ 2020 November 16;192:E1453-68. doi: 10.1503/cmaj.191721
SOURCE ALS Canada
Eosera Solves New-Age Problem: Introducing the EARBUD CLEANING KIT from Eosera, Inc.
After nearly a year in development and testing, ear care experts, Eosera, Inc., releases the EARBUD CLEANING KIT—an all-in-one kit that helps you clean your dirty earbuds in no time. The kit will be launching on www.EARcareMD.com, Amazon, and in select retail stores nationwide. Equipped with sanitizing wipes, cleaning putty, a perfectly sized magnifying glass, and small, delicate brushes, the EARBUD CLEANING KIT has it all in one reusable storage container.
Fort Worth, TX – November 17th, 2020 – Earwax experts Eosera, Inc.finally has a solution for your dirty, expensive earbuds. Introducing the EARBUD CLEANING KIT—a fully equipped kit that cleans and sanitizes your AirPods and earbuds in minutes. Containing 30 squares of cleaning putty, 10 sanitizing alcohol wipes, a magnifying glass, and 2 delicate brush heads, this EARBUD CLEANING KIT has what you need to get your earbuds back into tip-top shape. Eosera's specially designed the storage container to be reusable and durable for easy traveling and storing. The EARBUD CLEANING KIT launched on www.EARcareMD.com November 2nd, 2020, and will launch on Amazon and in select CVS stores across the nation in December 2020.
Buddy up with Eosera’s EARBUD CLEANING KIT—an all-in-one kit that cleans and disinfects your earbuds in minutes.
Since the Pandemic, We Use Earbuds Now More than Ever
With 336 million earbud units sold with an average sales volume increase of 12 million per year(1), the market for this kind of cleaning kit is remarkable. Especially in the age of Zoom and working from home, earbuds are a necessity— everyone needs to clean their earbuds, whether they know it or not. Between online school or work and leisure time, it seems like we’re constantly plugging our ears with plastic earbuds of all kids. That sticky wax that builds up along with dirt, debris, and germs is enough to make anyone squirm.
With the use of earbuds skyrocketing along with screens due to the pandemic, it’s no wonder they’re so dirty. Business Insider recently reported on a study(2) done to see just how dirty your earbuds are. Out of 22 swabbed earbuds, 2 tested for yeast and 1 tested for a type of bacteria associated with dirt. Bacteria can form and grow on earbuds causing ear infections or ear itchiness.
The EARBUD CLEANING KIT contains alcohol towelettes to wipe down the outer plastic portion of the earbud for hygienic purposes. In times of COVID-19, you can’t be too careful about disinfecting items that contact the inside of your ears.
De-gunk your earbuds with Eosera’s EARBUD CLEANING KIT.
Turn Up the Volume
“The EARBUD CLEANING KIT is a game-changer for how you interact with that technology,” says 'Elyse Dickerson', CEO of Eosera, Inc.
The days of using a paperclip or a pencil to scrape off wax from the screen of your earbuds are finally over. Innovation at its finest has changed the way we care for our earbuds. Turn up the volume on your music and videos simply by cleaning the gunk out of your earbuds. See what a difference it can make.
Eosera’s EARBUD CLEANING KIT has everything you need to tune in.
About Eosera Eosera, Inc. is a multi-million-dollar, female-led biotech company committed to developing innovative products that address underserved healthcare needs. Eosera operates by putting purpose before profits and is proud to be one of the pioneering companies in a movement called Conscious Capitalism. Eosera offers a comprehensive line of ear care products addressing earwax impaction, ear itch, and routine ear hygiene. Eosera is a multi-award-winning company with a decorated CEO and impressive growth trends. Eosera’s products are currently available in over 13,000 retail drug stores across the nation. For more information, visit www.EARcareMD.com.
Spirit of Christmas Shines through in Uplifting, Small-Town Romance
Nashville, TN, November 16, 2020 — Build a crackling fire, pour a cup of cocoa and immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with Wrapped Up in Christmas Joy, a heartwarming, small-town romance from Hallmark Publishing author Janice Lynn.
Set in the charming little town of Pine Hill, Kentucky, Wrapped Up in Christmas Joy introduces readers to quilt shop owner Sophie Davis and former Marine Cole Aaron, whose lives intersect at Pine Hill's Christmas festivities.
The story begins when Sophie finds Cole’s journal among a box of books that had been donated to her church. She can’t help but peruse the personal entries, finding herself drawn to the stranger on the pages. As the daughter of a veteran and a seamstress who sews Quilts of Valor, she feels a deep connection to the former soldier who wrote the emotional entries, and she longs to heal his heart.
As a former Marine, Cole battled to find peace after returning to civilian life, and his journal was the conduit toward a truce with his past. Always needing to protect others, Cole now fights fires and is embracing his new life in Pine Hill. When Sophie shows up at the fire hall with his journal, he fears digging up the demons from his past and tells her to trash it.
Their paths continue to intertwine, with both Sophie and Cole volunteering for their community. But it’s hard for Cole to let down his guard, and he doesn’t need anyone’s pity. After all he’s been through in the past, can he find faith in a more hopeful future — one touched by joy?
Wrapped Up in Christmas Joy is the perfect small-town Christmas romance to warm readers’ hearts during the holiday season. It is the sequel to Janice’s first story, Wrapped Up in Christmas, and can also stand alone.
Janice Lynn is a USA Today and Wall Street Journal Bestselling author. She strives to write characters who evoke strong emotions and make readers want to go along on their journeys.
Her first sweet romance, Wrapped Up in Christmas, was a bestseller on Barnes & Noble, Wal-Mart, Amazon (hit No. 13 overall in paid fiction in Kindle) and ibooks (hit number No. 1 paid ebook fiction); was Hallmark Publishing's first release to hit the USA TODAY and Wall Street Journal's bestseller lists; and was a finalist in the Bookseller's Best Award. Janice also writes contemporary Medical Romances for Harlequin, and her books have won numerous awards, including the National Readers' Choice Award, the Golden Quill for Best Short contemporary Romance and for Best First Book, Romantic Times Magazine's American Title, and the Holt Medallion Award of Merit.
Janice lives in Tennessee with her Prince Charming, their seven kids, her vivid imagination, an adorable Maltese named Halo who's the true princess of the house and a bunch of unnamed dust bunnies who took up permanent residence after Janice started her writing career. In addition to writing romance, Janice is a nurse practitioner, a quilter, an exercise queen, a military mama and a member of and an avid supporter of the Quilts of Valor Foundation. Just kidding on the exercise queen.
