According to the San Francisco law firm Kerr & Wagstaffe, recent changes to U.S. patent laws have led to serious implications for inventors and intellectual property holders--to say nothing of record-setting volumes of patent applications. A recent Reuters report affirms this, noting that one day in March--the last day before a new patent application system went into practice--found the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office flooded with an historic number of new patent applications. Kerr & Wagstaffe has issued a new press statement, commenting on this pivotal day for ...

QMedRx is a healthcare and pharmacy services company that specializes in Lyme disease treatment, among other areas of focus. As such, the organization is well aware that there are many ways in which cases of Lyme disease can be overlooked by reports generated by bodies like the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), making this condition seem much less prevalent than it really is. Here, the company provides a press statement highlighting the essential nature of understanding the symptoms of Lyme disease in response to an article posted by SFGate.com, which explains how the ...

According to American Capital Holdings LLC, commercial real estate markets are continuing to show slow but unmistakable signs of improvement--meaning that opportunities for commercial real estate investment are beginning to grow more prevalent and more promising. To illustrate its point, the company highlights the recent, quarterly report from the National Association of Realtors, which reveals that most commercial real estate sectors are continuing to grow and to improve. American Capital Holdings LLC has released a new press statement in response to this article. "Once ...

Lydia Conlay, the Russell D. And Mary B. Shelden Professor of Anesthesiology at the University Of Missouri College Of Medicine has spent a great deal of her career educating students within the medical field. As such, she is certainly familiar with the various ways in which these institutions of higher learning are able to bring value to their students. Here, Dr. Conlay responds with a statement to the press to an article posted by The Atlantic that asks, "What makes a medical school great?" According to the article, reputation is a highly powerful factor ...

According to Daryl Alison--a leading figure in vehicle-donation fundraising and charities--most U.S. vehicle owners are well aware of the advantages that come from donating their cars to non-profits, but they nevertheless choose not to do so. To illustrate his point, Alison points to a recent study, conducted by the vehicle donation charity Kars4Kids. The results of the study reveal that, indeed, awareness levels are high, yet most vehicle owners still prefer to sell their cars instead of donating them. Alison has released a new press statement, responding to this intriguing ...

Terri Fassi, founder of Fassi Financial Network, is well-versed in loss aversion and other emotional factors that can prevent individuals from entering markets after suffering a financial loss. As a result, she understands the importance of approaching clients in a positive way and getting them involved in the decisions regarding their financial planning activity. Here, Fassi provides a press statement, inspired by an article posted by Financial Planning, that encourages advisors to guide their clients through market fluctuations. The article explains that communicating ...

As a clinical psychologist, Bart Rubin PhD is committed to staying current with training needs to properly treat his wide breadth of clients. In addition, he remains active within a number of professional groups, such as the American Family Therapy Academy and the American Association of Marital and Family Therapists, to increase his opportunity to learn from other colleagues. While Dr. Rubin has put forth a notable effort to gain recognition in the couples' therapy and marriage counseling circles, a recent article from The Chicago Tribune suggests that not every provider ...

Arnold McClellan, a devoted philanthropist and noted tax professional, understands that people engage in charitable activities for numerous reasons. Traditionally, individuals opt to write a check or donate their time to non-profit organizations; however, as a recent article published by Forbes brings to light, there are ways in which individuals can strategically partner with one another in order to generate more significant results from their charitable activity. Here, McClellan responds to the article with a press statement. The article explains the strategy behind ...

The company opened its first Mainland China office in Shanghai (Puxi) in 2003 and in that time has achieved remarkable business success and established the Michael Page brand as a clear market leader across multiple cities in the world's largest country. Since setting up in Puxi ten years ago, Michael Page has demonstrated its commitment to providing a premium recruitment offering across Asian markets, particularly in China. The Michael Page Beijing and Shenzhen offices opened in 2008, subsequently followed by Guangzhou in 2010, Pudong in 2011 and most recently Suzhou ...

Dr. Brar, dentist in South Elgin, is using CEREC 3D technology to provide natural-looking restorations in a single office visit. CEREC is an acronym for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics. This means Dr. Brar can quickly and economically restore damaged teeth using a durable ceramic that matches the natural color of teeth. "I am glad we are able to offer this technology to our patients. We value our patient's time and being able to do restorations in a single office visit aligns with that value. There are also no sticky moldings necessary to ...

Drs. Ben Johnson and Kevin Bowcutt, Waco dentists, are always welcoming new patients to Acre Wood Dental. To help patients feel at ease leading up to their first appointment, Drs. Johnson and Bowcutt have included all of the important office information and new patient details, such as registration forms on their comprehensive website. "The first visit to our office is one of the most important. We want all of our new patients to feel right at home the minute they walk through the door. Our friendly staff will greet you with a smile, and our caring team will spend ...

Dr. Brad Aguirre, podiatrist in Glendale is happy to be using the PinPointe FootLaser to treat toenail fungus in his patients. This laser is the only laser that is clinically proven to be effective and that has FDA clearance to treat toenail fungus. "I am glad that our practice is able to provide this technology. We are always trying to be up-to-date with the most effective treatment options to provide the best possible care for our patients. With the PinPointe FootLaser, our patients can stop suffering from the embarrassment of unsightly nail fungus," said ...

Dr. Stephanie Busch-Abbate, dentist in Kalamazoo, MI, and her staff are glad to be able to offer educational information for patients on the practice's website. They hope the information will be able to give patients the knowledge necessary to better take care of their teeth and gums. "I"m happy that our practice is offering an online patient education page. I have always believed that patients who are educated about the importance of dentistry have a much better chance of maintaining healthy teeth and gums than those who are not. I hope many of our patients ...

Now pregnant with her second child at age 46, Halle Berry is representative of the growing number of American women who are choosing to expand their families later in life. Though becoming a mother after 35 has traditionally increased medical risks, scientific advances are helping to ensure that mothers of all ages have healthy pregnancies--and healthy babies. One risk factor is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), a leading cause of infertility. PCOS is characterized by cysts on the ovaries, menstrual disorders, and elevated testosterone levels. Coast Science, a leader ...

California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) is offering a number of courses in a wide range of fields and disciplines during Summer 2013. The term begins on June 1 and ends on August 10, with most courses held during one of the two five-week blocks. Open enrollment began April 6. Courses are available in a wide number of fields. - Working toward your kinesiology degree? You can take courses in Stress Management, Motor Control and Learning, and the Care & Prevention of Athletic Injuries. - Bachelor degree in business students can study Strategic Movement in ...

Vicinity Manufacturing announces today news of their upcoming annual user conference FOCUS 2013 will be held May 15-17th, at the Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center. This is the company's sixth year hosting the event for their process manufacturing clients and Microsoft Dynamics partners. This year's sponsors include U-Linc workflow software by Integrity Data, RockySoft demand planning, and Accellos warehouse management and EDI solutions. FOCUS is the foremost formula manufacturing software event, bringing Vicinity software users, Microsoft Partners, ...

Uniwatches is a Danish company selling high quality designer watches at affordable prices online. Among some of the brands are Michael Kors, Seiko, Casio, D&G and more. The company offers ladies watches (the Danish term is dameure) as well as wristwatches for men of all ages. There are some new additions to the collection of Michael Kors and Seiko watches on the website. The two brands are well known on the market and enjoy a lot of attention from customers around the world. Here are some of the new watches (in Danish ure) people can see at uniwatches.dk Michael ...

Dr. Rabbani, Los Angeles optometrist, serves patients from Los Angeles and all of the surrounding cities in his Toluca Lake office. At Eye Candy Optometry and Eyewear, Dr. Rabbani provides a number of eye health and vision services as well as a comprehensive line of eyewear. Trust Dr. Rabbani, Los Angeles eye doctor, for all of your eye care needs. Dr. Rabbani offers routine a optical exam for patients. Most patients can benefit from a yearly exam, particularly if they are prone to eye health problems or if they wear corrective lenses. Dr. Rabbani also offers a contact ...

WoodMaxx Power Equipment Ltd. offers a standard two year warranty on all of its products, as well as free shipping within the United States. Currently, WoodMaxx offers these features for all of its quality snow blowers, backhoes, and wood chippers. WoodMaxx is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of snow blowers, backhoes, and chipper shredders because of their commitment to quality. Each part, from the largest functional pieces to the smallest bolt, is designed with durability in mind. Whenever possible, WoodMaxx uses high quality American-made parts, giving ...

Porcelain veneers are an ideal solution for a variety of cosmetic dental problems, but they are a long-term commitment. As a result, patients should be certain that they want the veneers before they undergo the procedure. For this reason, Dr. Zadeh, Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist, offers a second opinion for patients who have undergone a consultation for veneers with another dentist. Porcelain veneers are useful for eliminating a number of cosmetic dental problems. Because veneers are designed to fit perfectly over the fronts of the teeth, they with mask spacing issues ...

Liposuction is one of the most effective ways to remove stubborn deposits of fat from nearly any area of your body. Your liposuction surgeon can use this technique to target areas including: - Ankles, calves, and thighs - Hips, waist, and buttocks - Flanks, back, and chest - Arms - Neck and face With modern liposuction techniques such as ultrasound liposuction, your surgeon can even address areas like the abdomen which have traditionally been difficult to treat. During your initial consultation with a board-certified liposuction surgeon, the areas of your body that ...

If you have been in a car accident and the other driver is at fault, you should file a claim with their insurance company as soon as possible, as well as contact your own insurance company. However, while insurance companies are required to pay for damage caused by the driver at fault, they often do not pay the injured party the full amount they are entitled to. Insurance companies are not necessarily on your side and will pay out as little as they can. This is when an experienced lawyer can help you get the full financial compensation you deserve. Compensation If ...

Marriage can be challenging under the best of circumstances. A recent study out of Norway reports that spouses with different alcohol habits face an increased risk of divorce, adding to the challenge. Divorce risk triples when one spouse drinks more than the other According to an article published by the National Institutes of Health, Norwegian researchers found that the chance of divorce increases when one spouse consumes alcohol more than the other. The researchers studied data related to alcohol consumption and mental distress from approximately 20,000 married ...

Traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs as they are known, can occur in many different instances such as sporting events or auto accidents. The Centers for Disease Control estimate that over one million TBIs occur every year in the U.S. Understanding TBIs and the seriousness of the condition is vital to mitigating both short and long term damage for sufferers. What is a TBI? A TBI is caused by a forceful impact to the head, such as a jolt, blow or impact from a fall of some kind that can affect brain function. TBIs can be mild or severe. A mild TBI typically occurs when ...

Few, if any, people face any type of surgery without some degree of stress. Of all the worst-case scenarios that might run through a patient's head -- from the surgeon removing the wrong organ to a post-surgical infection -- discovering that a surgical instrument has been left inside his or her body can be among the most painful and traumatizing. Sponges are the most common item found inside patients' bodies In the medical world, surgical items being left in patients' bodies is called a "never event" -- meaning it is never supposed to happen. Unfortunately, ...