Online Pharmacy to Provide Triaged Support to Seniors, Immunocompromised & All Ontarians Impacted by COVID-19
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LONDON, ON (April 28, 2020) – The Health Depot Pharmacy is proud to launch their direct-to-door delivery service for prescriptions and health items across Ontario. Their unique triaged approach is prioritizing seniors, immuno-compromised individuals, and their loved ones during COVID-19.
Canadians are being encouraged to stay home, and these important self-isolation and social distancing measures dramatically impact the quality of life for seniors and immuno-compromised individuals. They are in need of a reliable, direct-to-door delivery service that gives them reliable access to their medication, and necessary health items.
“We are committed to prioritizing seniors, vulnerable individuals, their loved ones, and supporting all Ontarians at this time.” Says Andy Donald, Founder & CEO of The Health Depot Pharmacy. “The core of what we do as an organization is to help individuals become, and stay healthy. Our online pharmacy and health store with direct-to-door delivery makes this easy for individuals, especially those that need it most.”
“As a registered pharmacist since 2011, my passion lies in supporting patient health. Especially at this time, it is most important for Ontarians to have access to their medications. Our unique triaged approach allows necessary medications to be delivered promptly to those who rely on them, we want to help people stay healthy and stay home.”
The Health Depot makes the pharmacy and healthcare shopping experience simple for all Ontarians. Their healthcare e-commerce store has thousands of health essentials available for online purchase and delivery, which can be shipped together with prescriptions for free. Their Daily Dose Packs allow for an easy approach for patients who are taking multiple medications to have a simple, one daily packet approach, which is particularly helpful to seniors, caregivers, chronically ill, special needs individuals among others.
Health Depot Pharmacy customers can also easily access their medication profile throughPharmaConnect on their computers or mobile devices where they can enjoy the safety and security of having up-to-date medication information at all times.
The Health Depot Pharmacy, founded in 2019 by Andy Donald was created in order to simplify the prescription experience. Their mission is to make the pharmacy experience simple, offering a seamless approach to getting prescriptions filled, and refilled in order to keep individuals safe, and healthy. Their free delivery, real-time access to customers' medication through PharmaConnect, low dispensing fee, and passion for ensuring their customers have the proper medication at the right time, continues to set them apart. Their team of Specialized Pharmacists (Geriatric, Respiratory, Diabetes Educators etc.) offers a knowledgeable and compassionate approach, where the patient is always put first.
Their online health store, The Health Depot, carries thousands of healthcare items where customers can shop online for health essentials which get delivered straight to their doorstep, with free delivery when ordering prescriptions alongside healthcare items.
Andy Donald has always been an advocate for pharmacy and patient care. During Andy’s time at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy at the University of Toronto, he founded a committee he named SOAPE (Students for Optimizing and Advocating Pharmacy Endeavors) in an effort to unify the profession and advocate for increasing roles that pharmacists play in patient care. After working as a Staff Pharmacist at a national chain, he soon became an owner of a Shoppers Drug Mart in London, Ontario for 5 years where he continued his advocacy as a member of the Ontario Pharmacists Association (OPA) membership committee, 2017 to 2018. Upon leaving Shoppers Drug Mart in September of 2019 to open The Health Depot, Andy continues his efforts to move the profession forward using new and innovative technology, with an emphasis on improving patient care.
What to Do When You Feel Like Your Weight Loss Journey is Getting the Best of You
There are many people who deeply underestimate the challenge that's involved with losing weight. When you're carrying extra weight, it can take a toll on your physical health. Unfortunately, it can take a toll on your emotional and mental health as well. It's not uncommon for people to get to the point where the weight loss journey feels too overwhelming. If you're in that position, consider the following tips.
Notice your triggers
It's often stated that humans are creatures of habit. However, most don't fully recognize what that means. When it pertains to your weight loss journey, it's important to notice what your triggers are. What feels instinctual yet detrimental to your weight loss journey? If you're anemotional eater, take note of the times you tend to feel the craving to eat a few brownies. Consider ways you can avoid those triggers or pivot so that they don't lead you to a session of emotional eating.
Reframe your relationship to food
For many people, the relationship to food leads to consistent weight gain. In many cases, people will eat because they're taught to eat three square meals each day. Instead, be mindful of when you're hungry. Stop when you're full. Eat more nutritionally-rich foods that will keep you much fuller for a longer period of time.
Consider professional assistance
Sometimes, it's best to consider professional assistance when you're trying to lose weight. For some people, a nutritionist and a trainer are the two angels that will help a person reach their weight loss goals. For many others, ab MGB surgery webinar might spark the catalyst that leads to a surgical transformation. No matter the route you take, take it proudly. You have to live inside your body. Therefore, you get to call the shots on the method that works best for you.
Give yourself grace
When you're on a weight loss journey, it's also important to remember that one size doesn't fit everyone. You have to do what works for you. This also means that you have to try different methods to see what works. This is a hard task to take on. While you're embarking on the journey, give yourself the grace you need in order to feel good about how much you've done. Be mindful of how you speak to yourself. Use encouraging, empowering language when you're dealing with your weight loss journey. You're doing the best you can.
While it might feel tempting to lose hope and give up, fight the urge to do so. If there's anything your future self will thank you for, it's the ability to keep moving forward. Even if you're moving forward at a snail's pace, don't stop. You'll get the results you desire in the end.
3 Ways To Keep Your Energy and Mental Health in Check During Quarantine
By Neha O’Rourke
Life is all of a sudden very different.
Whether you are on state or locally mandated quarantine or a self-directed quarantine — it’s safe to say that nowadays, we’re spending a lot of downtime in our homes and with ourselves for an extended period of time. With so much rapid change happening in the news cycle, industries coming to a halt, jobs being either cut, scaled back, or shifted to remote status, uncertainty in the external is at an extremely high vibration.
This is leaving many with a surge of energy that is very likely soaring in multiple directions at once, leaving our emotional and mental health in an entirely new state. On a basic level, some would describe this as feelings of stir crazy, restlessness, boredom, and many more familiar emotions or feelings related to the now.
As a coach, I view it as my responsibility to continue to remain front row for women as they make strides in better understanding themselves, reclaiming power (and energy) in their lives, and brings what matters most to them to the forefront.
Here are some tips and homework items on how to keep your energy and mental health in check during quarantine:
Know that you are in control —and let go of the rest
You can’t control what’s going on around you, but you can control your thoughts, actions, and choices: keep up your hygiene, choose where you interact, take preventative measures, etc. From there, recognize that other things are out of your hands and worrying about that will not serve you. Your worrying will actually cause stress, which we know has negative effects on immunity.
Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.
Focus on the things that are in your control and that will be constructive for your energy.
📄 Homework: List five things that you are in control of. Suggested categories are: health/wellness, personal growth, personal environment, etc.(Ex: “I am in control of my health because I am making a point to eat clean during quarantine”)
Know that you ALWAYS have a choice
As you move forward in your day, week, career, etc take stock in the choices that you get to make — to not let frustration or adversity define you. A large part of my coaching is helping others identify, and celebrate those choices. We must own our “gremlins” (a term I use in my coaching practice for “limiting beliefs”) that may be in the way or even prevent you from doing the things you care about.
Remember that you have the choice to push past the discomfort, know that you won’t be perfect, learn from your mistakes and always just go for it.
The world needs what you have to offer.
📄 Homework: List three things you have already subconsciously made choices around. Use an “I” statement. (Ex: “I chose to not allow imposter syndrome to get in the way of asking for a promotion that I deserved”)
Set realistic goals
Remember those New Year's Resolutions? Well, this is a great time to revisit, replace, and reset your resolutions and goals. For example, if you’ve barely hit the gym, then saying you’re going to go 5 times a week isn’t realistic. Take the time to really assess what’s going to be realistic and attainable for you.
Remember: any action, no matter how big or small means you’re going in the right direction and are closer to your goal than you were before.
📄 Homework: Revisit your goals to ensure they are realistic and attainable. Think about what will serve your energy.
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Neha O’Rourke is an award-winning Career Coach and Founder of Somewhere In Between Coaching, a coaching company that empowers women around the country and across industries in designing a career and life they love. Since founding Somewhere In Between, Neha has served hundreds of women in avoiding career burnout through her signature 1:1 career coaching programs, research-based blog series, and public appearances.
How to Keep Your Energy and Mental Health in Check During Quarantine
(& Homework 📄)
By Neha O’Rourke
Life is all of a sudden very different.
Whether you are on state or locally mandated quarantine or a self-directed quarantine — it’s safe to say that nowadays, we’re spending a lot of downtime in our homes and with ourselves for an extended period of time. With so much rapid change happening in the news cycle, industries coming to a halt, jobs being either cut, scaled back, or shifted to remote status, uncertainty in the external is at an extremely high vibration.
This is leaving many with a surge of energy that is very likely soaring in multiple directions at once, leaving our emotional and mental health in an entirely new state. On a basic level, some would describe this as feelings of stir crazy, restlessness, boredom, and many more familiar emotions or feelings related to the now.
As a coach, I view it as my responsibility to continue to remain front row for women as they make strides in better understanding themselves, reclaiming power (and energy) in their lives, and brings what matters most to them to the forefront.
Here are some tips and homework items on how to keep your energy and mental health in check during quarantine:
Know that you are in control —and let go of the rest
You can’t control what’s going on around you, but you can control your thoughts, actions, and choices: keep up your hygiene, choose where you interact, take preventative measures, etc. From there, recognize that other things are out of your hands and worrying about that will not serve you. Your worrying will actually cause stress, which we know has negative effects on immunity.
Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.
Focus on the things that are in your control and that will be constructive for your energy.
📄 Homework: List five things that you are in control of. Suggested categories are: health/wellness, personal growth, personal environment, etc.(Ex: “I am in control of my health because I am making a point to eat clean during quarantine”)
Know that you ALWAYS have a choice
As you move forward in your day, week, career, etc take stock in the choices that you get to make — to not let frustration or adversity define you. A large part of my coaching is helping others identify, and celebrate those choices. We must own our “gremlins” (a term I use in my coaching practice for “limiting beliefs”) that may be in the way or even prevent you from doing the things you care about.
Remember that you have the choice to push past the discomfort, know that you won’t be perfect, learn from your mistakes and always just go for it.
The world needs what you have to offer.
📄 Homework: List three things you have already subconsciously made choices around. Use an “I” statement. (Ex: “I chose to not allow imposter syndrome to get in the way of asking for a promotion that I deserved”)
Set realistic goals
Remember those New Year's Resolutions? Well, this is a great time to revisit, replace, and reset your resolutions and goals. For example, if you’ve barely hit the gym, then saying you’re going to go 5 times a week isn’t realistic. Take the time to really assess what’s going to be realistic and attainable for you.
Remember: any action, no matter how big or small means you’re going in the right direction and are closer to your goal than you were before.
📄 Homework: Revisit your goals to ensure they are realistic and attainable. Think about what will serve your energy.
Vaping top discussed trend among tobacco alternatives on Twitter in Q1 2020, finds GlobalData
Vaping has emerged as the most discussed trend, generating 48% of all Twitter conversations related to tobacco alternatives by leading industry experts during the first quarter (Q1) of 2020, tracked by GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company. An analysis of Tobacco Alternatives Influencer Platform, which tracks leading industry experts and their discussions around emerging trends, insights and overviews, new fields of innovation and technology, and other popular areas on Twitter, revealed nicotine as the top discussed sub-trend among vaping conversations. This was largely led by the investigation by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other health partners about association of lung injuries with nicotine vaping products. Ankita Sinha, Consumer Analyst at GlobalData, comments: “With discussion around cap on nicotine content in e-liquids and the ongoing regulatory amendments in several countries, it is not surprising that nicotine has turned out to be the most tweeted keyword among vaping conversations.” In terms of intensity of discussions, the UK, the US, Austrailia, Canada and China emerged as the top five most mentioned locations among vaping conversations. The conversations about the UK were largley related to the fact that the UK’s top public health experts asked tobacco consumers to ignore new warnings about vaping issued by WHO. An analysis of conversation related to ‘Flavors’ revealed ‘menthol’ and ‘mint’ as the most mentioned flavors among vaping discussions, followed by chocolate, strawberry and ice-cream.This is quite aligned to consumer preferences, with 47% of global e-cigarettes smokers having a high preference for mint/ menthol flavors, according to GlobalData’s Q4 2019 Global Consumer Survey. Charles A. Gardner, Director of Health Science and Technology at Foundation for a smoke-free world, was the top contributor on vaping on Twitter, followed by Edward Hubert, American editor and publisher and Gregory Conley, President of American Vaping Association. The conversations by Charles were largely focussed on the benefits of vaping, requesting states to consider roll-back of ban on vaping products. Sinha concludes: “The outbreak of Covid-19 is disrupting all markets, and vaping is no exception. The impact of strict lockdown on sales of vaping products, as well as the ongoing buzz around supposed linkage between Covid-19 and vaping in affecting the respiratory system has translated into Covid-19 acquiring one of the top spots in vaping related tweets.”ENDSFor more information
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Email:pr@globaldata.com To gain access to our latest press releases and expert analysis on developments in your industry, please connect with us on: GlobalData| LinkedIn | TwitterNotes to EditorsQuotes are provided by Ankita Sinha, Consumer Analyst at GlobalDataThe information is based on GlobalData Tobacco Alternatives influencer platform, which tracks most relevant activity of the leading tobacco experts on Twitter This press release was written using data and information sourced from proprietary databases, primary and secondary research, and in-house analysis conducted by GlobalData’s team of industry expertsAbout GlobalData’s Influencer Platform The Influencer Platform is a part of GlobalData’s Disruptor Database thatdecodes emerging tech-enabled opportunities with must-have information on promising start-ups, technology led innovations, latest sector trends, consumer insights, and venture capital portfolio investments. It helps monitor competitor strategies, predict emerging trends, monetize disruptive innovation, decode smart money, mine thought leadership, and capture digital consumers.About GlobalData 4,000 of the world’s largest companies, including over 70% of FTSE 100 and 60% of Fortune 100 companies, make more timely and better business decisions thanks to GlobalData’s unique data, expert analysis and innovative solutions, all in one platform. GlobalData’s mission is to help our clients decode the future to be more successful and innovative across a range of industries, including the healthcare, consumer, retail, financial, technology and professional services sectors.
9 Powerful Psychological Effects Of Vaping
In the last decade, the only thing that stole the limelight was vaping. From young teenagers enjoying the high to adults getting their medicinal dose, everyone is hooked to electronic vapes. Such is the popularity of these tiny compact devices that you can find one in every household today.
Are you planning to use a vape? Are you wondering if vaping will have any psychological effects? If yes, then you’ve reached the right place. Read on to find out everything about vaping and its psychological effects.
For centuries, people have been indulging in smoking. Be it tobacco, nicotine, or even cannabis. With the technological advancements, the smoking arena revolutionized with the introduction of vapes. A vaporizer is nothing but a tiny and compact electronic device that lets you smoke. It contains a coil, a battery, and a tank that can hold vape juice, oil, or even the herb. With pressing a single button, your vaporizer starts heating up the substance in the tank to start producing vapor. You can inhale the cloud of vapor to enjoy the effects.
What are the psychological effects of vaping?
Your mind and yourpsychology can play a pivotal role in your personality. Here are some of the effects that vaping can induce on your mind:
1. May produce a high:
If you are using a vape with cannabis herb or vape juice that contains THC, it might induce a mind-altering high. THC or tetrahydrocannabinol is a psychoactive cannabinoid present in cannabis. Many times, the cannabinoid can also be present in your vape juice. When it goes inside your body, it can interact with your brain and induce a euphoric state. You can sit back and enjoy the high with a vape.
2. Might help relax your mind:
Whether you decide to use nicotine or cannabis with your vaporizer, both can help calm your mind. While nicotine can work as a relaxant and can help your body as well as mind, the cannabinoids CBD and THC may also have a relaxing effect on you by interacting with the endocannabinoid system. It can take away your stress and help you unwind even after a tiring day. If you are trying to quit nicotine or tobacco, vaporizers will let you enjoy organic vape juice and make a holistic lifestyle change to get healthy.
3. May help with anxiety:
Are you suffering from anxiety? Are you looking for an easy way to calm your anxious nerves? Here, vaping might come to your rescue. Using CBD oil with your vaporizer might be the solution you are looking for. The cannabinoid CBD can interact with the endocannabinoid system present in your body. Theendocannabinoid system produces neurotransmitters called cannabinoids that are present in your cells, hormones, and organs. The cannabinoids produced inside your body are identical to the ones present in cannabis. When you vape CBD oil or the flowers of the plant, the cannabinoids go into your body, bind with the receptors, and alter your bodily processes. It can alter how you react or feel and may also alleviate anxiety.
4. Might alleviate depression:
The herb cannabis is also known to be an antidepressant. The components of cannabis can affect the normal functioning of certain chemicals present in your brain. Due to this, vaping the herb may decrease the symptoms of depression. While you might be using artificial antidepressants, vaping can help you deal with it organically.
5. Can help with epilepsy:
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that can cause sudden and unprovoked seizures. While doctors are still trying to find out the reason behind it, they believe that genetics and brain damage can lead to epilepsy. As per recent findings, cannabis or cannabis-based medicines can helpreduce epileptic seizures. Vaping the herb can instantly bring down the frequency and intensity of seizures.
6. Might improve mood:
If you think that you are feeling low, using a vape might help improve your mood. The hormone serotonin, also called the happy hormone, is responsible for regulating your mood. When you ingest cannabinoid CBD with vaping, it can alter how chemicals in your brain react to serotonin. You might feel happier and joyous after vaping CBD. Even youngsters are able toquit smoking with the help of vapes, without withdrawal symptoms like mood changes
7. Can help you sleep better:
Do you have trouble sleeping at night? You might want to try vaping before bed. Cannabis can work like a sedative and get you in the sleep mode quickly. It can alter your sleep cycle and reduce the time you spend in two early stages of sleep, thus prolonging the time you get in the deep sleep stage. Taking a few puffs of the vaporizer may give you a good night’s sleep.
8. Might take care of fear and stress:
The people who are suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) often get nightmares. Their past traumatic events can cause stress and fear, which can disrupt not only your sleep but also your overall health. Vaping cannabis, or CBD in particular, may help alleviate the symptoms of PTSD. You might also takeCBD Capsules Canada to keep nightmares at bay.
9. May make you more confident:
Suffering from anxiety and stress can also take a toll on your confidence level. If you get nervous before public speaking or social interactions, using your vaporizer may help you with social anxiety and get your confidence back.
Vaping has taken the world by storm, for all the right reasons. You will find puffs of vapor wherever you go. Vaporizing can induce a series of effects, be it physical and psychological. It might help you overcome a series of mental problems and stay happy. Get your hands on the latest and high-grade vaporizer and enjoy its positive psychological effects.
Five tips for people with dementia and carers during COVID-19 lockdownNew guidance to support people with dementia and family carers facing isolation as a result of COVID-19
27 April 2020 A new leaflet features five simple tips to help people living with dementia. It has been developed using the latest research and with the input of people affected by dementia and experts at the University of Bradford.The leaflet is part-funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), in a project led by the University of Exeter and the NIHR Older People and Frailty Policy Research Unit, with partners including Alzheimer’s Society, Manchester University, the University of Bradford , Brunel University London and the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration South-West Peninsula (PenARC). It is part of an ongoing project, backed by the University of Bradford, to support people living with dementia and their carers through the COVID-19 global health emergency. The project recognises that people with dementia are particularly vulnerable to the psychological and social impacts of isolation and lockdown.Dr Catherine Quinn, of the Centre of Applied Dementia Studies at the University of Bradford, who is involved in the project, said: “COVID-19 has led to changes to people’s lives as we all adjust and adapt to the lockdown and social distancing. For people with dementia and carers, these changes have a major impact as they may no longer have access to support services and are at increased risk of social isolation.“Having to stay within the home means having to make changes to routines and lifestyles. People can also be anxious about being able to access food and medications. There is a continuing supply of information about Covid-19, but this can feel overwhelming and confusing for some. As part of this project we wanted to put together some guidance to help support people affected by dementia during these difficult times. This focuses on giving practical guidance on things people can do to stay well.”The project takes into account the concerns expressed by people with dementia through partner networks such as Alzheimer’s Society, Innovations in Dementia and the DEEP - Dementia Engagement and Empowerment Project - network. They are describing concerns about maintaining supplies of food and medications, anxiety about what would happen if they were admitted to hospital, lack of confidence, feelings of loss and grief, increases in symptoms like agitation, and a more rapid decline in cognitive and functional ability. For carers, lockdown means they are more captive in their role and lack respite opportunities. Many carers report finding it difficult to explain the current restrictions and enable the person with dementia to remain safe, and are deeply worried about the safety and well-being of their relatives. Professor Linda Clare, of the University of Exeter Medical School, who led the project, said: “While not currently classed as ‘vulnerable’ on health grounds, people with dementia and their family carers are disproportionately affected by social distancing, isolation and lockdown. Our research tells us that many people living with dementia and carers felt isolated and lonely before COVID-19, and now these feelings will be amplified. They can feel overwhelmed by the volume of generic advice and guidance available, and may be unsure how to select information that is relevant to them and their families and what information to trust. This project aims to provide robust information, developed with the crucial input of people affected by dementia, to offer support through this crisis.” The leaflet, available - online here - gives practical and self-help tips, as well as signposting sources of support, on five key points: Staying safe and well Staying connected Keeping a sense of purpose Staying active Staying positive The advice builds on the IDEAL programme which seeks to understand and find ways to improve, the experience of living with dementia. The study recruited 1,547 people diagnosed with mild to moderate dementia and 1283 carers and is following as many as possible over six years.The study recently reported on the extent of loneliness of carers of people with dementia living in the community in a pre-COVID-19 era, highlighting social isolation as one of the key factors that led to feelings of loneliness. The new guidance also incorporates findings from the NIHR-funded GREAT trial, which focuses on practical ways of enabling people with dementia to manage daily life and stay as independent as possible. Professor Martin Rossor, National Director for Dementia Research at the NIHR, said: "It is vital to ensure that people with dementia and their carers feel supported during this uncertain time. Research funded and overseen by the NIHR is providing some of the quality evidence that supports resources like these." Fiona Carragher, Chief Policy and Research Officer at Alzheimer’s Society said: “It’s great to see the publication of this practical guidance for people with dementia. From all the calls we receive to our Dementia Connect support line, we know loneliness is a real issue for people affected by dementia, and strict lockdown measures due to the coronavirus pandemic have exacerbated this by shutting people with dementia and their carers away from loved ones and other forms of support. We’re expanding our services in response to this need, and this new guidance will form part of our support to ensure people affected by dementia don’t feel forgotten and alone.” The guidance will form part of Alzheimer’s Society’s support package via helplines and frontline staff. Further information:-About NIHR The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) is the nation's largest funder of health and care research. The NIHR funds, supports and delivers high quality research that benefits the NHS, public health and social care. It was established in 2006 to improve the health and wealth of the nation through research, and is funded by the Department of Health and Social Care.
dentalcorp Launches Free Online Screening Tool to Help Flatten the Curve
Leading network of dental practices increases access to emergency dental care
TORONTO, April 27, 2020 /CNW/ - dentalcorp, Canada's largest network of dental practices, announced today the nationwide launch of a free virtual dental triage service in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Accessible through hellodent.com, an online directory that connects people with practices in dentalcorp's network, patients are virtually screened by local dentists in their province through secure online chat, audio or video channels, where they can describe their symptoms, receive prompt diagnoses and where appropriate, be prescribed medication. If necessary, the dentist will refer the patient to an emergency dental clinic in their area. Consults are offered from 6am to 11pm, with an under 15-minute wait time to speak with a dentist live. Most importantly, the service is completely free to Canadians with dentists across the dentalcorp network volunteering their time and expertise.
With regulatory authorities across Canada ordering dental practices to halt all non-emergency services, thousands of dental offices have temporarily closed and patients are finding it increasingly difficult to quickly and safely connect with a dentist to address their dental needs.
By allowing Canadians to securely connect with a dentist from the comfort of home to discuss their symptoms and determine whether they have a true dental emergency, dentalcorp is helping to keep patients out of emergency rooms while ensuring they have access to care for their urgent dental needs.
"As a leading network of healthcare providers, it is our top priority to ensure the health and wellbeing of our patients, team members and the broader community," says dentalcorp's Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Graham Rosenberg. "It is vitally important that we give patients options to obtain the dental care they need while doing our part to help flatten the curve. We're proud to help Canadians receive virtual care, free of charge from the comfort and safety of their homes."
dentalcorp is further supporting the dental community through its publicly available toolkit of COVID-19 resources. Those in the dental industry and the public at large can learn more about dentalcorp's risk management protocols, view interviews with infectious disease experts and leading dental industry professionals, access HR reference materials, patient communication templates, and more at dentalcorp.ca/site/covid-19-resources.
About dentalcorp
dentalcorp is focused on acquiring and partnering with leading, growth-oriented general and specialist dental clinics across Canada. Our unique value proposition allows our dentist Partners to retain their clinical autonomy and professional independence while we inspire them to achieve ambitious personal and professional growth. Our unprecedented strategic insights and expertise place our Partners at the forefront of delivering optimal patient care.
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DANCEWITHNANCY.COM PROVIDES EXERCISE, FUN AND ENTERTAINMENT AT HOME FOR ACTIVE SENIORS ALONE OR WITH A PARTNER DURING AND AFTER COVID 19
www.DanceWithNancy.com is a unique website that offers online instruction and entertainment for active seniors. The series includes dance styles of the eras of their youth and music they will remember fondly. The dance steps can be learned and practiced in a senior’s own apartment or room where they can feel safe and secure while still exercising social distancing. If they are in a partner situation with a spouse or significant other living with them, it’s a fantastic mutual activity. If they are alone, it will still provide instruction on a one to one basis. (Click on photo to access image).
No special fitness level or previous dance training is required. All that is needed is a willing attitude and a little bit of space to move in four directions. www.DanceWitihNancy.com provides tutorials for standard ballroom dances, country dances, themed dances, latin dances and wedding dances plus unique entertainment features. Seniors can dance to orchestra music from The Great American Songbook,Lindy Hop and Jitterbug with the Cherry Poppin’ Daddies and other fun swing bands or visit the famous WildHorse Saloon in Nashville and learn to dance the Cotton Eyed Joe or Achy Breaky Heart to music by Charlie Daniels Band. They can link to a movie that will transport them back to the Savoy Ballroom where they can link to film footage highlighting some of the greatest moments in American jazz dance history. They can reminisce about dance fashions and dance moves of the 1950s-1970 eras and more. Over two decades ago, Nancy’s series received critical acclaim in mainstream media and on national television. It became the subject of a TV pilot, an informercial on Fit TV. Nancy appeared on several national TV talk shows as a guest, including one featuring Mario Lopez, David Cassidy and other celebrities. In 2020, Nancy’s series has been updated and re-launched for a digital platform, accessible by any computer, anywhere, anytime. It is the perfect series for the current generation of baby boomers and active seniors. Practice and entertainment sessions on the site are free and the instruction prices range from free to .99 to $2.99 per downloadable segment. A comparable lesson in a private studio would range from $60-$150 and would not provide the opportunity for review and repeated playback that benefits the senior learner. The format is simple and straightforward and easy to follow. www.DanceWithNancy.com also sells physical DVDs and CDs for those who prefer to have a hard copy of the instruction to keep in their personal library. For more information and to order the series, please contact nancyhaysentertainment@gmail.com or romanceofdance@gmail.com Have fun dancing! John Olson john@johnolsoncomm.com 773-517-6962
FACT SHEET Nancy Hays and “Dance with Nancy” Instructional Home Videos For additional information or media, contact John Olson, John Olson Communications, john@johnolsoncomm.com, 773 -517-6962.
“Dance with Nancy” is a collection of videos providing instruction in a variety of ballroom and contemporary dances, intended for non-competitive, everyday individuals who want to learn different styles alone or with a partner, in the comfort and privacy of their home. Viewers can select their preferred dances broken down into easy to follow steps along with practice music. Additional optional segments include entertainment, fashion suggestions, plus bonus practice sessions with other students, live bands and a full orchestra.
First introduced as a DVD and CD series over two decades ago and updated in 2020 for an online platform, the series is even more valuable today as a fun and healthy in-home activity as people “shelter in place” during the current pandemic.
“Dance with Nancy” includes the following video collections
“The Romance of Dance” Series Instruction Series Overview with an additional three-volume set of instruction on ballroom basics including Fox Trot, Swing, Tango, Waltz, Cha-Cha, Rhumba, & Salsa
Country Line and Partner Dances “Achy Breaky Heart” (Line Dance), “Cotton Eyed Joe” (Circle Dance), “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” (Reverb Strut), “Down at the Twist and Shout” (Kentucky Jug Line Dance)
“Party Dance” Series Three volumes of 20th Century popular dances
1950’S FAVORITES: “At the Hop” (Swing/Jitterbug), “Rock ‘n’ Roll Is Here to Stay” (Jitterbug Variations),”Jailhouse Rock” (Elvis Inspired Line Dance), “Willie and the Hand Jove” (Hand Jive), “The Twist”
DISCO: Boogie Oogie Oogie (Saturday Night Fever Inspired Line Dance), The Hustle, Disco Inferno (Variation of the Electric Slide with ‘70s Hand Moves), The Bump
LATIN FIESTA: Rhumba, Cha Cha, Salsa
Wedding Day Dancing Basic Instruction on Fox Trot, Swing, Tango, Waltz, Cha Cha, Rumba
REVIEWS THE WASHINGTON POST " A satisfying mix of instruction and big band music..." VARIETY – “Just the kind of crash course a new generation is looking for" BILLBOARD MAGAZINE - "A good crash course..." CHICAGO MAGAZINE - "A well-produced, entertaining effort..." CHICAGO BRIDE - "A wonderful dance instruction tape... easy for the amateur to master" LIBRARY JOURNAL - "The dance program with the highest production value and the most added features" VIDEO STORE - "The dancing is cool, and the music is hot"
Nancy Hays is an internationally known dance personality, singer, actress and entertainer. Her ballroom, wedding, country, party and line digital dance series, Dance With Nancy and The Romance of Dance, have received critical acclaim in major publications including Billboard Magazine, Variety, Washington Post, LA Times, Modern Bride, Library Journal, Chicago Magazine, and others. Nancy's international hit, “Come Dance with Me,” continues to be one of the most popular line dances in the world and has been nominated for awards in the UK and elsewhere. Nancy has also appeared in leading roles in shows and as a guest artist teaching dance and performing her own music for dancers on NBC, WGN News, Fox, Fit TV, ABC 7 News, and more. One national show featured Nancy Hays teaching Mario Lopez the salsa. Nancy's products and services are intended for every day non-competitive dancers of all ages. They can be done with or without a partner or others. They offer great moderate exercise, relationship building, romance, knowledge of dance and music and are sheer fun!
AURORA, ON, April 27, 2020 /CNW/ - Island Ink-Jet is pleased to confirm distribution capacity of up to 1 million KN-95 face masks / respirators per week through its supply chain. Small orders can also be placed online: KN-95 face masks
Island Ink-Jet's disposable KN-95 face masks are CE certified, FDA listed, and have a filtration efficiency of ≥ 95% to effectively protect respiratory health against microns greater than 0.3 in diameter.
KN-95 masks follow Chinese standards for face masks. At 95% filtration efficiency, they are comparable to N95 masks common to North America that also have a 95% filtration efficiency.
On April 3, 2020, FDA concluded based on the totality of scientific evidence available that certain product classifications for imported disposable FFRs that are manufactured in China and not NIOSH-approved and for which data exists that supports the respirators' authenticity, are appropriate to protect the public health or safety.
Under this EUA, authorized respirators listed in Appendix A are authorized for use in healthcare settings by healthcare personnel (HCP) when used in accordance with CDC recommendations to prevent wearer exposure to pathogenic biological airborne particulates during FFR shortages resulting from the COVID-19 outbreak. Source
The manufacturer of Island Ink-Jet's KN-95 face masks is among those listed in the FDA's "Appendix A", thereby providing additional assurance as to the product and quality, however customers are reminded that FDA's designation applies solely within the USA.
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In terms of intensity of discussions, the UK, the US, Austrailia, Canada and China emerged as the top five most mentioned locations among vaping conversations. The conversations about the UK were largley related to the fact that the UK’s top public health experts asked tobacco consumers to ignore new warnings about vaping issued by WHO. An analysis of conversation related to ‘Flavors’ revealed ‘menthol’ and ‘mint’ as the most mentioned flavors among vaping discussions, followed by chocolate, strawberry and ice-cream.This is quite aligned to consumer preferences, with 47% of global e-cigarettes smokers having a high preference for mint/ menthol flavors, according to GlobalData’s Q4 2019 Global Consumer Survey. Charles A. Gardner, Director of Health Science and Technology at Foundation for a smoke-free world, was the top contributor on vaping on Twitter, followed by Edward Hubert, American editor and publisher and Gregory Conley, President of American Vaping Association. The conversations by Charles were largely focussed on the benefits of vaping, requesting states to consider roll-back of ban on vaping products. Sinha concludes: “The outbreak of Covid-19 is disrupting all markets, and vaping is no exception. The impact of strict lockdown on sales of vaping products, as well as the ongoing buzz around supposed linkage between Covid-19 and vaping in affecting the respiratory system has translated into Covid-19 acquiring one of the top spots in vaping related tweets.”ENDSFor more information
