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The Confederate battle flag, which rioters flew inside the US Capitol, has long been a symbol of white insurrection

A historic first: the Confederate battle flag inside the U.S. Capitol. Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty ImagesConfederate soldiers never reached the Capitol during the Civil War. But the Confederate battle flag was flown by rioters in the U.S. Capitol building …

NC Center Expands Smoking-Cessation Program for Behavioral-Health Patients

The smoking rate for individuals with a behavioral health disorder is nearly twice that of the general population, according to the American Lung Association. (Adobe Stock) January 14, 2021 CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Smoking is prevalent among people with …

Full 2021 Agenda: Reimagine | Rebuild | Renew

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced his 2021 agenda - Reimagine | Rebuild | Renew - features nation-leading proposals to not only defeat COVID-19, but also tackle critical issues facing New York and the country, including jumpstarting New York's …

Louisiana sees another drop in insurance through marketplace

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) - Louisiana saw its fifth annual drop in health insurance enrollment through the individual marketplace set up through President Barack Obama’s federal health overhaul law. The Advocate reports that enrollment in the Affordable Care …

Republicans scramble to contain fallout as donors distance themselves

Republicans are scrambling to contain the fallout as major donors freeze political contributions and distance themselves from lawmakers who voted to overturn the Electoral College results. House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthyKevin Owen McCarthyMcCarthy won …

Corporate donors flee Republican Party, and it's only the beginning

Disney has had enough. So has Coca-Cola, Walmart, Hallmark, Amazon, Airbnb and Mastercard. After last week's violent insurrection on Capitol Hill in Washington DC, which left five people dead, dozens of the world's biggest corporations are pulling …

What will become of the Trump brand after he leaves office?

For Donald Trump, the cost of an incendiary presidential career started adding up on Day One: Macy’s department stores stopped selling his menswear collection after he called Mexican immigrants “rapists” during his first campaign event. A few months later, …

After Legitimizing Trump's Election Lies, NY's Congressional Objectors Face Skittish Donors

Hours after violent insurrectionists were finally cleared from the Capitol on January 6th, 147 Republican members of Congress voted to object to the electoral college victory of President-elect Joe Biden, undeterred in their allegiance to President Donald …

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation Fund New App Project for City Park

Posted: Jan 11, 2021 / 05:30 PM CST / Updated: Jan 11, 2021 / 04:03 PM CST NEW ORLEANS – New Orleans City Park and Friends of City Park have announced the development of its first community engagement digital mobile application to help …

Blue Cross Plans First Powerful Health Lobby To Halt Contributions To GOP Over Electoral College Vote

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association has suspended contributions to those "lawmakers who voted to ... [+] undermine our democracy," the association said in response to 139 Republican members of Congress who didn't support the normally routine …

Optum in acquisition talks with Atrius Health, large East Coast physician group

Jan 13, 2021, 7:26am CST The nation’s largest employer of primary-care physicians is in talks to acquire the largest independent doctor group in Massachusetts, a decision that would further cement the national group’s presence in the Bay State.  Optum, the …

Overnight Health Care: New Jersey Democrat thinks she contracted coronavirus during Capitol siege | Biden publicly ...

Welcome to Monday’s Overnight Health Care.President-elect Joe Biden received a second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Blue Cross Blue Shield is suspending donations to lawmakers who opposed the Electoral College count. Meanwhile, a New Jersey Democrat...

St. Luke's Health, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas reach new contract agreement

School committee approves $7M budget for 2022

BAR HARBOR — The Bar Harbor School Committee unanimously approved $7,152,378 for the 2022 Conners Emerson budget, which will head to voters in June, at its meeting on Monday. After a thorough review of the third draft, committee members decided to remove $ …

Marriott, Blue Cross Blue Shield drop Republicans who voted against certifying election results

“In light of this week’s violent, shocking assault on the United States Capitol, and the votes of some members of Congress to subvert the results of November’s election by challenging Electoral College results, BCSBA will suspend contributions to those …

The Health 202: Team Biden is scrambling to clarify its coronavirus vaccine distribution plan

In talking points emailed yesterday to surrogates and volunteers, Biden’s transition team pushed back against both possibilities. “We are not releasing all doses and folks who have this incorrect should be corrected … we are not telling people a second …

33 Blue Chip Companies That Are Suspending Campaign Donations After Capitol Insurrection

The riots at the U.S. Capitol have prompted a number of high-profile companies to suspend or review their political donations. Some companies have specifically said they would no longer be financially supporting Republican politicians who protested the …

St. Luke’s Health-Memorial, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas reach agreement

St. Luke’s Health-Memorial and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas have reached an agreement, bringing 65,000 patients back into the network for hospitals under the CommonSpirit Health parent company. “This new contract is an affirmation of how important the …

2021 People to Watch: Blue Cross NC CEO Tunde Sotunde

For the new head of North Carolina’s largest health insurer, the new year couldn’t be more important. Dr. Tunde Sotunde was named the president and CEO of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina in June, just months into the global health crisis …

Hidden Benefits When It Comes to Board Games

Some hidden benefits of Endless Games’ board games and card games have been exposed by special educators and parents of special needs children. MATAWAN, NJ, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When it comes to exciting, …

Greg Vigna, MD, JD: Brachial Plexus Injuries… Early Referral to Leading Experts

The Vigna Law Group comments on physicians' untimely diagnoses of brachial plexus, resulting in missed opportunities for high-quality treatment. SANTA BARBARA , CALIFORNIA , UNITED STATES, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Of those …

What is a Ventral Hernia, and How is it Treated?

USA, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When tissues bulge through a weak opening in your abdomen, that’s referred to as a ventral hernia. Any point on your abdominal wall can be a candidate for this to happen. You are at risk of a hernia …

SUNSHINE PHYSIOTHERAPY EXPANDS SERVICES TO INCLUDE UNIQUE PELVIC FLOOR PHYSIOTHERAPY

"Pelvic Floor Dysfunction is very common complaint, and many people struggle to find care and support needed to overcome the issues they face." DELTA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Every day, millions …

Most High Media Enters Into A National Distribution Agreement with STIRR TV

Most High Media has licensed its unique addiction recovery content to be featured on the Sinclair Broadcasting STIRR Streaming Channel ATLANTA, GEORGIA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Most High Media, a producer of unique …

EyeKor Acquires CompleWare

MADISON, WI, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EyeKor, a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) specializing in medical imaging and data management for the clinical trial and clinical laboratory industries, …

Virtual Music & Movement Program Improving the Life of Seniors in Nursing Homes During Quarantine

Seniors Samba created to help seniors to reduce feelings of isolation & improve cognitive function. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With Covid-19 lockdowns continuing across the country, and safety …

Business Optimization Consulting Firm Exploits Competitive Challenges

Expert Introduces Ground-Breaking Solutions for Business-Healthcare Relationships HEATHROW, FL, USA, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Philders Group International, Inc., a consulting firm specializing in future trending clients for …

Friends of Oakland Animal Services Wins $60K from PetSmart Charities for Pop-Up Clinics for Pets of Unhoused Oaklanders

Monthly Community Vet Clinics Provide Critical Medical Care for Beloved Cats and Dogs OAKLAND, CA, US, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The harsh winter weather and the dangers of COVID-19 are making the challenges of homelessness in …

BeautySourcing.com Offers Sourcing Opportunities post-Covid Era

NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amidst the industry challenges faced due to COVID-19, BeautySourcing.com emerges as a global marketplace for a complete range of beauty supply-side products. As business models …

Idaho Mesothelioma Victims Center Appeals to the Family of a Navy Veteran with Mesothelioma to Call to Attorney Erik ...

BOISE, IDAHO, USA, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Idaho Mesothelioma Victims Center is appealing to the wife or adult son-daughter of a Navy Veteran or person with mesothelioma in Idaho to please call attorney Erik Karst of the law …

W420 Announces Special Report Episode: Saving Lives by Boosting Immunity

Featured guest, CV Sciences, America’s favorite hemp and health company SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- W420 Radio Network, the first virtual radio station dedicated to America’s cannabis industry …

Dr. David Samadi’s men’s health book emphasizes food choices matter for men fighting Covid-19

Dr. David Samadi’s men’s health book " the Ultimate Manual " emphasizes food choices matter for men fighting Covid-19. Available on Amazon NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Covid-19 has posed …

Ultramasx announces its fan powered KN100 smart mask is registered with the U.S. FDA

Ultramasx announces their flagship product, the Ultramasx UltraOne mask is FDA registered and approved for the general public and healthcare personnel use. DOVER , DELAWARE , UNITED STATES, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ultramasx …

HHS Issues Final Rule to Increase Professional Development Opportunities for Career Civil Servants, Harmonize HR ...

Today, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a rule* complimenting an action Congress took in regards to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the 21st Century Cures Act, by enacting five year terms for certain policy level …

National Community Pharmacists Association Files Lawsuit Against HHS to Eliminate Spiraling Pharmacy DIR Fees

Alexandria, Va., Jan. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today the National Community Pharmacists Association filed a federal lawsuit against U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regulations that enable pharmacy direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) …

Michigan US Navy Veterans Lung Cancer Advocate Recommends the Lawyers at Karst von Oiste for a Navy Veteran who Has Lung ...

DETROIT , MICHIGAN , USA, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Michigan US Navy Veterans Lung Cancer Advocate says, "We recommend the lawyers at the law firm of Karst von Oiste for a Navy Veteran who has recently been diagnosed with …

Neovasc Responds to FDA Not-Approvable Letter Regarding Neovasc Reducer™

VANCOUVER and MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire -- Neovasc Inc. (“Neovasc” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq, TSX: NVCN) announced today that it has received a “not-approvable” letter from U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) …

Registration Opens for SMi’s 5th Annual Highly Potent Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients Conference (HPAPi)

SMi Reports: 5th Annual Highly Potent Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients Conference (HPAPi) takes place as a virtual conference LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 15, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SMi Group are pleased to announce the …

Beyond Air® Schedules Third Fiscal Quarter 2021 Financial Results Conference Call and Webcast

GARDEN CITY, N.Y., Jan. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Beyond Air, Inc. (NASDAQ: XAIR), a clinical-stage medical device and biopharmaceutical company focused on developing inhaled nitric oxide (NO) for the treatment of patients with respiratory conditions, …