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Rep. Hillary Scholten and the National Blood Clot Alliance Award Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital as a VTE Center of Excellence

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6 months ago

June 26, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On June 24, 2024, Rep. Hillary Scholten (MI-03) joined members of the National Blood Clot Alliance “NBCA” (www.stoptheclot.org) to present NBCA’s inaugural Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) Center of Excellence (COE) award to Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals – Butterworth Hospital. This award recognizes the hospital’s outstanding commitment to providing the highest standard of care, patient education, and follow-up treatment for VTE patients.

Rep. Scholten stated, “Our friends, families, neighbors, and the wider community can trust the commitment to excellence demonstrated by Corewell’s clinicians. These incredible providers ensure that all patients, not just some, will receive the highest standard of care when being diagnosed and treated for VTE. I was delighted to submit a FY25 appropriations request to fund a nationwide public awareness campaign and to train healthcare providers to recognize the symptoms of blood clots. West Michigan is leading the way in addressing this public health crisis, setting a model for both the Great Lakes State and our nation.”

Dr. Michael Knox, MD, FACR, and Co-Director of the Corewell PERT Program, accepted the award on behalf of Corewell. He stated, “I am honored to accept this award on behalf of my team and thank NBCA for this distinction. We appreciate Rep. Scholten’s acknowledgement of the important work we are doing. Tackling this public health crisis will take all of us working together — hospitals, clinicians, patients, and Members of Congress.”

Justin Crockett, NBCA Board Member and Chair of the NBCA VTE COE Committee, added, “Development of this VTE COE designation has been a long journey. We are very proud to present this award and to start reducing the incidence and mortality of VTE, which claims the lives of 100,000 people each year from all age groups and walks of life. We are especially grateful for Congresswoman Scholten’s support and in recognizing the toll VTE takes on both the citizens of Michigan and the entire nation. We also thank her for supporting NBCA’s $5 million federal appropriations request directing funding to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Division of Blood Disorders and Genomics for a national VTE education, awareness, and prevention program for both the public and clinicians.”

VTE (venous blood clots) claims the lives of 100,000 Americans each year while impacting another 900,000 individuals. It is the third leading cause of cardiovascular death and the second cause of sudden unexpected death. It kills more people each year than HIV/AIDS, breast cancer and motor vehicle accidents combined. Nearly half of all VTE cases occur in a hospital or post-hospital setting, yet, according to the CDC, 70% of these cases are preventable. It is estimated that the annual cost to the US healthcare system is $10 billion per annum.

About the National Blood Clot Alliance

The National Blood Clot Alliance, established in 2003, is the nation’s leading nonprofit, patient advocacy organization dedicated to advancing the prevention, early diagnosis, and successful treatment of life-threatening blood clots, such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), DVT +PE=VTE. Each year NBCA provides blood clot information, resources, and support to more than 3 million people. For more information about NBCA please contact info@stoptheclot.org or visit www.stoptheclot.org.

About Corewell Health™

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 65,000+ dedicated people—including more than 12,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,500 nurses providing care and services in 21 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.3 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness. For more information, visit www.corewellhealth.org.

About Rep. Hillary Scholten:

Congresswoman Hillary J. Scholten is honored to serve the people of Michigan’s Third Congressional District, a diverse district that is anchored by the urban centers of Grand Rapids, Muskegon, and Grand Haven, and includes suburbs, farmland, and miles of beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline.

Congresswoman Scholten is a fourth-generation West Michigander. For more information visit www.hillaryscholten.com.

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Agoda Highlights Tokyo as Top Global New Year’s Eve Destination

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55 minutes ago

December 26, 2024

SINGAPORE, Dec. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Digital travel platform Agoda has announced Tokyo as the most popular destination for New Year’s Eve, based on accommodation searches. This marks a shift from last year when Taipei held the top spot. Following Tokyo, the list includes Bangkok, Taipei, Pattaya, and Osaka, showcasing a diverse range of preferences among travelers.

The data highlights a perpetual interest in Tokyo, a city known for its unique blend of tradition and modernity. Travelers are drawn to its vibrant celebrations, cultural experiences, and iconic landmarks. Bangkok and Taipei, too, continue to be favored destinations, offering rich cultural festivities and lively atmospheres. Pattaya and Osaka also make the list, appealing to those seeking beachside celebrations and culinary delights, respectively.

Agoda’s data reveals Tokyo’s prominence not only on a worldwide scale but also within Japan. Domestic accommodation searches have increased by 23%, with Tokyo leading as the preferred destination, followed by Osaka, Kyoto, Yokohama, and Okinawa Main Island. For Japanese traveling abroad, the destinations primarily considered are Taipei, Seoul, Bangkok, Pattaya, and Hong Kong.

Hiroto Ooka, Associate Vice President North Asia at Agoda said: “Tokyo’s rise to the top of Agoda’s New Year’s Eve destination list is a testament to the city’s global appeal. Whether you’re celebrating New Year’s Eve in Tokyo, Osaka, or anywhere else in the world, Agoda is ready to help you find the perfect spot to ring in the New Year.”

As travelers prepare for their New Year’s Eve plans, Agoda offers a comprehensive selection of over 4.5 million holiday properties, more than 130,000 flight routes, and over 300,000 activities, all available for seamless booking. Download the Agoda app for the latest deals or visit agoda.com/deals.

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SP Manufacturing Expands with New Malaysia Plant, Acquires Ideal Jacobs

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2 hours ago

December 26, 2024

SINGAPORE, Dec. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — SP Manufacturing (SPM), a leader in Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS), is strengthening its global presence with two major moves: opening a new manufacturing facility in Senai, Malaysia, and successfully acquiring Ideal Jacobs Corporation.

Malaysia Expansion: Enhancing Operations and Supporting Growth

The state-of-the-art Senai facility, which opened in October, will enhance the company’s operational resilience to meet growing customer demands in medical devices, industrial machinery, and automotive electronics.

Equipped with advanced automation and strict quality controls, the factory enables SPM to deliver mission-critical products with precision and reliability while supporting Malaysia’s vision of becoming a leader in high-value, high-tech industries.

“This facility reflects our commitment to serving our global customers while participating in a key location of the global supply chain network,” said Jackson Tan, Global Business Development Director of SP Manufacturing. The plant’s capabilities include cable harness assembly, PCB assembly, and box-build solutions.

The Senai facility is equipped with comprehensive manufacturing capabilities, including:

Functional testingIn-circuit testing and automated optical inspection (AOI)State-of-the-art cleaning processesRigorous inspection protocolsRapid prototyping and expert assembly processes

Ideal Jacobs Acquisition: Expanding Capabilities

In a parallel move, SPM also acquired Ideal Jacobs Corporation, which is known for its human-machine interface, printed electronics and die-cut solutions. The move will expand SPM’s engineering capabilities and provide access to a diversified client portfolio, including leading names in the medical, industrial, semiconductor, and telecommunications sectors.

Comprehensive Design Support in the U.S.

SPM continues to provide comprehensive engineering and design services for its U.S. customers using industry-standard software for PCB and electrical design. These services help clients with their new product introductions (NPI), early supplier involvement (ESI), and DFx processes, optimising costs and reducing time to market.

Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Singapore, SP Manufacturing has built its reputation serving mission-critical industries like medical, automotive, and aerospace. The company specialises in cable harnesses, PCB assemblies, and box-build products.

For more information about SP Manufacturing’s latest developments, visit www.sp-manufacturing.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

About SP Manufacturing

SP Manufacturing (SPM), founded in 2000 and headquartered in Singapore, has established itself as a leader in the EMS sector. Serving mission-critical industries such as industrial, medical, automotive, and aerospace, SPM excels in providing comprehensive manufacturing solutions from design to full production, specialising in high-quality cable harnesses, PCB assemblies, and box-build products.

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Casect Launches AI-Enhanced Case Log Platform for Surgeons

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5 hours ago

December 25, 2024

SHERIDAN, Wyo., Dec 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Casect, LLC, a medical education technology company, announces the launch of an innovative platform to revolutionize how surgeons and medical professionals document cases. Casect empowers users to track surgical Cases, refine Techniques, organize References, and collaborate with Colleagues — all within a user-friendly, HIPAA-compliant system.

Say goodbye to inefficient notebooks, spreadsheets, and outdated case logs. Casect offers a modern, comprehensive solution tailored to the surgical community, enabling professionals to focus on growth, learning, and excellence in patient care.

A New Era of AI-Powered Case Tracking

Time is critical for surgeons, yet valuable insights are often lost due to outdated documentation methods like handwritten notes or spreadsheets. Casect’s HIPAA-compliant platform, with a no data retention policy for protected health information, uses optional AI to pre-fill case details, analyze uploads, and organize data seamlessly. This transforms hours of documentation into minutes, giving surgeons more time to refine skills and improve patient care.

Casect addresses an unmet need in medical education, residency, fellowship, credentialing, and research. It enables detailed documentation of Cases, Techniques, and References, accessible from any computer or mobile device with a subscription.

Key Features

AI-Assisted Case Entry (Optional): Streamline input with AI or manually add details; supports spreadsheet uploads.Customizable Fields: Track cases your way.Refine Techniques: Create, document, and improve surgical techniques.Multimedia Support: Upload, organize, and access photos, videos, and documents.Organize References: Annotate, markup, and securely store documents and literature.Collaborate Seamlessly: Share cases and techniques effortlessly with colleagues.Analyze and Export: Generate insights through charts or export data as CSV.HIPAA-Compliant: Designed to meet strict HIPAA standards, ensuring the security and confidentiality of protected health information.

Additional Resources

Stay Informed: Unlock a 30-day free trial by signing up for the latest updates on Casect’s launch.Learn More: Discover why Casect is the preferred choice for surgeons at Why Casect?Explore Features: View the Full Feature List.Stay Connected: Follow us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn for updates, tips, and stories. Join the conversation with #MedEd, #CaseLog, and #Casect.

About Casect

Born from decades of tracking cases with stickers, notes, and spreadsheets, Casect empowers surgeons with efficient, comprehensive tools to document cases, collaborate, and drive professional growth. By simplifying the case log, Casect helps surgeons identify trends, enhance skills, and improve patient outcomes. For more information, visit www.casect.com or follow us on X, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn @CasectLLC.

CONTACT: support@casect.com

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