PR You, the new company from industry experts Michele Smith and Becky Vieira, officially launched this week, providing a series of DIY public relations programs that enable small businesses and start-ups to successfully conceive, launch and maintain their own PR programs. Based on the premise of the duo's new book, "PR You! The Essential Do-It-Yourself Guide to Public Relations," the company offers a variety of courses that teach companies how manage PR programs in-house, eliminating the need for costly firms or consultants that are typically out of reach for ...

When an individual makes their living from operating a vehicle, it is important to keep their record free from all charges. In addition to putting their career in jeopardy, even the most common of charges could end up costing CDL holders thousands of dollars over the years. In order to assist CDL holders with moving past these charges as affordably and quickly as possible, traffic ticket lawyer, Mr. Ticket, is now providing legal assistance to all commercial drivers. The state of California maintains extremely strict laws for all commercial drivers. They must not only ...

Families that are looking to plan group trips for an upcoming vacation often find themselves having to sacrifice the quality of their lodging or their location. This is why Las Vegas Home Resorts is now offering affordable luxury Las Vegas vacation rental homes that will work with any budget and keep travelers within moments of some of Nevada's biggest attractions. Nevada is one of the hottest travel spots for those that are looking for a vacation within the United States. From the iconic strip in Las Vegas to the Mojave National Preserve, there is something for individuals ...

A recent report from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) included some surprising findings about debt collectors: a large number of debt collection complaints pointed to "rogue" companies. This report indicates that some debt collectors might be trying to avoid complying with consumer protection laws by hiding in the shadows. Consumers should be aware that these practices are illegal here in Pennsylvania and throughout the United States. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) applies to all personal (non-business ...

Despite their enormous sacrifices, disabled veterans who come home to Pennsylvania after serving abroad often face yet another daunting and demoralizing battle: applying for disability benefits. Due to the enormous backlog of applications, many veterans must endure a long wait without government assistance. Inconsistencies between government offices also leave some veterans in the lurch by suspiciously denying benefits. All of this adds up to a frustrating and difficult experience for many returning soldiers. More Veterans, More Injuries, More Frustration The average ...

The court-ordered release of records from the Boy Scouts of America has revealed a long history of alleged child abuse within the organization. It's especially troubling because most of these cases involved little or no internal investigation and authorities were rarely notified of the accusations. Files contain nearly 40 suspected abusers in the Chicago area. One of the Chicago abuse cases involved Gwen Hale. The Boy Scouts of America allowed Hale to become an Illinois scoutmaster even though he was previously convicted of manslaughter. Hale was soon accused of sexually ...

Everyone wants to trust in their doctor's ability to diagnose disease and render the appropriate care. Unfortunately, medical negligence all too often results in a patient's death or serious injury. When this happens, injured patients and the survivors of deceased patients are empowered to seek compensation in a medical malpractice lawsuit. Although no amount of money can ever undo the harm that was caused, malpractice lawsuits serve to hold negligent caregivers accountable while providing injured patients and their families with the compensation they need to recover ...

Investigations into alleged illegal behavior are not limited to police cases. Many other agencies conduct investigations in New Jersey, and although these investigations may eventually lead to criminal charges, they can also result in noncriminal sanctions as well. In particular, many agencies regulate licensure for professions and businesses. In addition, agencies exist to ensure compliance with state laws related to the environment, health and safety and other areas of government interest. Violations of agency regulations or professional standards can result in ...

Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Galleria Hotel, a leading hotel in Smyrna Georgia, offers nearby lodging to music fans in town for Rick Springfield. The concert will take place at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre on November 29, 2012. The show will feature classic hits and songs from Springfield's newest album, "Songs for the End of the World", which was release on October 9. Rick Springfield is a popular Australian singer, song writer, and musician. His first solo #1 hit was "Jessie's Girl" in 1981. He received the Grammy Award for Best Male ...

Sheraton Atlanta Perimeter Hotel North, located at Atlanta Perimeter Center, is offering a special Cirque Du Soleil package for guests to enjoy. As an official hotel of Cirque Du Soleil , this Perimeter hotel is bringing guests an exclusive opportunity to experience the performance of TOTEM by Cirque Du Soleil. The TOTEM package includes: - 10% off your stay at this Sheraton - 20% off tickets to TOTEM Use promo code CS2 to book; a valid email address must be provided at time of booking in order to purchase discounted tickets to TOTEM . Offer is subject to availability ...

The time has come: Windows 8 has hit the shelves and customers are flocking to buy the latest version of Microsoft's operating system. In the back of everyone's mind is the big question: what do I do to properly set up my Windows 8 installation, and in the (hopefully unlikely) situation of disaster, if I can no longer get into my Windows 8 PC, what can I do about it? All of NeoSmart Technologies products are 100% Windows 8 ready. They've all been vetted and heavily tested against the latest version of the Windows OS and have been updated with all the features you require ...

History Associates, the leading U.S. historical services firm, is moderating a panel of key industry policymakers in a discussion of how financial scandals drive reform legislation, as evidenced by the adoption of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act in 2002. The panel is presented by the Securities and Exchange Commission Historical Society and will be broadcast live online on www.sechistorical.org on Thursday, November 15, 2012, from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET. The video broadcast is free and accessible without prior registration. "A major point of contention in this year's presidential ...

Established science that is founded on decades of study, trials and testing by the CDC, FDA and other health officials around the world clearly states that inhaling combusted organic material deep into the lungs is the root cause of most smoking related illness and disease. This fact does not set well with special interest groups that are heavily funded by major pharmaceutical companies. Anti-Smoking groups like Live Tobacco Free Austin oppose electronic cigarettes based on the use of the ingredients in them, stating that they do not know what is contained in them while ...

SAN FRANCISCO, CA—October 28, 2012— Scientists at the Gladstone Institutes and the Stanford University School of Medicine have discovered how modifying a gene halts the toxic buildup of a protein found in nerve cells. These findings point to a potential new tactic for treating a variety of neurodegenerative conditions, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease)—a fatal disease for which there is no cure. The Gladstone and Stanford scientists began their experiments independently before realizing that combining their efforts could strengthen ...

BOSTON, MA (October 28, 2012)—Not all women diagnosed with operable breast cancer present with a single tumor; some have multifocal disease appear in the breast, which means multiple tumors found in the same breast quadrant, while others have multicentric disease, where multiple tumors are found in separate breast quadrants. Multifocal or multicentric disease is not a standard indication to receive radiation after mastectomy. For patients who undergo lumpectomy, radiation dose and extent is not altered based on multifocal or multicentric disease compared to patients presenting ...

BOSTON, MA (October 28, 2012)—Men whose testosterone drops following radiation therapy for prostate cancer are more likely to experience a change in PSA levels that signals their cancer has returned, according to new research from Fox Chase Cancer Center. The findings will be presented on October 29 at the American Society for Radiation Oncology's 54th Annual Meeting. Specifically, men whose testosterone fell following various forms of radiation therapy were more likely to experience an increase in prostate-specific antigen (PSA)—often the first indication the cancer ...

BOSTON, MA (October 28, 2012)—Rectal cancer is more likely to spread to the lymph nodes in younger patients, according to new findings that Fox Chase Cancer Center researchers will be presenting on October 29 at the American Society for Radiation Oncology's 54th Annual Meeting. The results—which are the first of their kind—suggest that doctors should search for spreading more aggressively in these patients. Once rectal cancer has spread to the lymph nodes, it is more likely to return to the pelvis following surgery. Administering chemotherapy and radiation before surgery ...

Canadian scientists have determined that routine electrocardiogram (ECG) results for patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) — the most common form of irregular heart beat — can help doctors identify those at higher risk of adverse cardiovascular outcomes, including death. This knowledge will help doctors improve the treatment and prognosis of atrial fibrillation. Through a retrospective analysis of thousands of patient files, researchers at the Montreal Heart Institute and the University of Calgary learned that a routine 12-lead surface ECG — in which 12 different electrical ...

Canadian scientists have discovered that a protein called resistin, secreted by fat tissue, causes high levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein or LDL), increasing the risk of heart disease. The research, presented today at the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress, proves that resistin increases the production of LDL in human liver cells and also degrades LDL receptors in the liver. As a result, the liver is less able to clear "bad" cholesterol from the body. Resistin accelerates the accumulation of LDL in arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease. The ...

Getting a flu shot may not only protect you from getting sick, it might also prevent heart disease. Two Toronto-based researchers presented studies at the 2012 Canadian Cardiovascular Congress which found that the influenza vaccine could be an important treatment for maintaining heart health and warding off cardiovascular events like strokes and heart attacks. Dr. Jacob Udell, a cardiologist at Women's College Hospital and the University of Toronto, and his team from the TIMI Study Group and Network for Innovation in Clinical Research looked at published clinical ...

Online television network, FirstRun.tv (www.FirstRun.tv) and NexTV Entertainment (www.mynextv.com) have announced an alliance whereby FirstRun.tv will launch a new channel to showcase entries to NexTV's Web Series and Indie Film Competitions. The new channel will be called NexTV and will occupy Channel 6 within FirstRun.tv's lineup. Entering their fourth year, the NexTv competitions present submitted independent web series, shorts, TV pilots, features, documentaries, and animation to a panel of judges consisting of Hollywood insiders. NexTV panels have included agents ...

Local residents are invited to celebrate the grand opening of the city's newest recreation spot, the 11.5-acre Sports Park at Spencer's Crossing, Murrieta's master-planned community by Brookfield Residential Properties. The event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 3 starting at 8:30 a.m. The event, organized by Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District and sponsored by Brookfield Residential, will show off the highly anticipated community amenity with its lighted soccer and baseball fields, basketball court, tot lots and concession stand. Located at the corner of Max Gillis ...

According to The United States Fire Administration (USFA) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), home fires are more prevalent during the winter season. Furthermore, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission states that during the two months surrounding the holiday season, more than 14,000 people are treated annually in hospital emergency rooms due to injuries related to holiday decorating. Christmas Decor provides professional holiday and event decorating eliminating unnecessary accidents for local residents. Its designers are trained to execute lighting ...

10-22-12 - The Internet's #1 experts directory at FindAnExpertOnline.com is relaunching the newest version of their website. The revised, revamped and renewed website, launched on their eighth anniversary has two main functions- to be THE go-to website for answers to questions, solutions to problems and access to sage advice for the world's top experts, AND to offer experts, speakers, coaches , consultants and gurus a vehicle to promote their expertise. Find An Expert Online offers access to expert advice through videos, podcasts, submitted articles, blog posts and announcing ...

Whimsical Winds Wind Chimes announced a number of exclusive pre-holiday deals today, available to early bird gift seekers now through the end of December. Those shopping for a gift can find these deals available on Whimsical Winds Wind Chimes' online store, starting November 1st, 2012. "Our new holiday deals will be available on whimsicalwinds.com throughout the holiday shopping season, and will include many well-known wind chime brands such as Shenandoah Melodies, Woodstock Percussion, Bells of Vienna, and Kara's Creations," said Alexander Innes of Whimsical ...