Star One Public Relations: 08/01/2011

CellGuide to use Baolab’s NanoEMS technology to add 3D Compasses to its CLIOX-C GPS chip

Enhanced location services and augmented reality.

Rehovot, Israel & Barcelona, Spain - August 31, 2011 -- CellGuide has announced the selection of Baolab’s award winning NanoEMS™ technology as a companion to its location and positioning solutions. CellGuide will add Baolab’s recently launched 3D NanoCompass™ IC to their GPS chip, to create the CLIOX-C, the world’s first fully integrated GPS and compass device. Integrating the Compass and GPS together enables 'point and identify' augmented reality features to be easily incorporated in mobile devices, tablets, and cameras. The compass function further enhances the GPS system by providing immediate tunnel-exit and dead-reckoning features to assist in situations where the GPS signal is intermittent or not available.

The CLIOX-C co-packaging of compass and GPS functions creates a highly complementary, Location Based Service enabling solution, which is offered at a very competitive price point and footprint. While the GPS and compass functions can operate simultaneously, they can also be accessed independently by the host device’s application processor, enabling efficient power management for demanding mobile applications.

The CLIOX-C GPS solution is based on CellGuide’s proven host-based SNAP technology providing highly competitive performance, while minimizing system power consumption at an excellent cost/performance point. Baolab’s electronic 3-axis CMOS MEMS NanoCompass technology inside the CLIOX-C is the first product made using its patented NanoEMS™ technology, to create nanoscale MEMS (Micro Electro Mechanical Systems) within the standard metal structure of a CMOS wafer using standard, high volume CMOS lines, that significantly reduces the cost of the compass by up to two thirds.

“Baolab’s 3D NanoCompass extends the capabilities of our GPS product so that it can cope with challenging situations and still continue to deliver reliable positional information,” said Adina Shorr, CellGuide’s CEO. “Baolab’s technology enables its NanoCompass IC to be integrated with our product in a very cost effective manner to create a unique solution that gives an extra level of detail to location services of not only where you are but also your orientation. The integration of the two technologies enhances the user experience, so for example you would know whether to turn left or right when coming out of an underground parking lot whilst the GPS is still trying to pick up the satellites.”

Dave Doyle, Baolab’s CEO, added, “NanoEMS now makes it much easier and more cost effective to integrate MEMS sensors into high volume, consumer electronics products so that they can become pervasive, meeting the increasing demand for smarter, more intuitive devices.”

Baolab Microsystems (http://www.baolab.com / info@baolab.com / Tel.: +34-93-394-17-70)

Baolab has developed an innovative technology called NanoEMS that enables MEMS to be created inside the CMOS wafer using standard manufacturing techniques. This enables them to be made an order of magnitude smaller than existing techniques of building MEMS on the surface of the wafer and also at a fraction of the cost. Privately owned, Baolab is based in Barcelona, Spain.

To learn more about Boalab’s NanoEMS technology and products, visit http://www.baolab.com/compass.htm or email info@baolab.com.

CellGuide (http://www.cell-guide.com / info@cell-guide.com)

CellGuide is a fabless semiconductor, IP licensing and design services company, providing leading performance multi-beacon positioning solutions for consumer devices. CellGuide’s unique and patented GNSS technology is the product of years of research, development, and field experience. A pioneer in GNSS SNAP technology and host-based architecture, the company was founded in 1999 by experts in navigation, communication and signal processing coming from the Israeli defense industry. CellGuide's host-based architecture is a highly-integrated positioning solution that provides superior price/performance and an enhanced user experience in a variety of location-based applications and scenarios. CellGuide’s ACLYS GPS chip, and the complementary GPSense™ firmware, replace dedicated GPS silicon by leveraging mobile processors and other wireless components inside the mobile device to provide built-in multi beacon GPS functionality.

To learn more about CellGuide’s complete line of GNSS products, including the CLIOX-C, visit http://www.cell-guide.com or email info@cell-guide.com.

Media Contacts:

Lital Mamon

CellGuide Ltd.

Tel: +972.8.9365152

lital@cell-guide.com

Nigel Robson, Vortex PR

nigel@vortexpr.com

Tel: +44 1481 233080

NanoEMS and 3D NanoCompass are trademarks of Baolab Microsystems, S.L.

GPSense is a trademark of CellGuide

Demand from the Asia Pacific Region Driving Growth of 3D Medical Imaging

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global 3D Medical Imaging Systems market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8 percent.

London, UK, August 31, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global 3D Medical Imaging Systems market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8 percent.

The report, which covers the Americas as well as the EMEA and APAC regions, indicates that the market is being driven by the exponential demand coming from the APAC region.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “The 3D Medical Imaging market in the APAC region is the fastest growing market in the Medical Imaging sector. China and India, which have large patient pools, are expected to develop an increasing number of new hospitals and diagnostic centers, which will boost the Global 3D Medical Imaging market. Moreover, because of the growing purchasing power and awareness about the technology in the region, there is increasing demand for 3D medical imaging diagnosis.”

The report also highlights that the emergence of 4D imaging is hindering the growth of this market. However, the visualization benefits of 3D imaging are expected to keep driving the market. The market is also being boosted by the increase in telesurgery.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global 3D Medical Imaging Systems Market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including Siemens Healthcare, Philips Healthcare, GE Healthcare, and Toshiba Medical System Corp.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/global-3d-medical-imaging-systems-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:

Ludmila Berkesova

Program Manager

Technavio

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W1G 9SP London UK

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Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825

ludmila@technavio.com

http://www.technavio.com

Consumer Electronics Segment Generating Demand for Inertial Sensors

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global Inertial Sensor market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.9 percent.

London, UK, August 31, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global Inertial Sensor market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.9 percent.

The report, which covers the Americas as well s the EMEA and APAC regions, indicates that the market is being driven by growing demand from the Consumer Electronics segment.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “With developments in MEMS technology, inertial sensors have become smaller, lighter, and less expensive. They also consume less power. This, coupled with the growing demand for increased functionality and enhanced user experience in electronic devices, means that the Consumer Electronics segment has become a key market for inertial sensors. Vendors in the Consumer Electronics segment are using these sensors to develop smaller, reliable, efficient and low-cost handheld products and motion-sensing applications.”

The report also highlights that the lack of product differentiation is hindering the growth of this market. However, the decreasing price of these sensors is expected to keep driving the market. These sensors are also being integrated with a growing variety of innovative applications in the Aerospace, Automobile, and Consumer Durables industries.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global Inertial Sensor Market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including Bosch Group GmbH, STMicroelectronics, Kionix, and Freescale Semiconductor.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://www.technavio.com/content/global-inertial-sensor-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:

Ludmila Berkesova

Program Manager

Technavio

8 Wimpole Street

W1G 9SP London UK

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880

Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825

ludmila@technavio.com

http://www.technavio.com

Blade Server Market Witnessing Improvement in Security Features

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global Blade Server market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 21.5 percent.

London, UK, August 31, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global Blade Server market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 21.5 percent.

The report, which focuses on North America and the EMEA region, indicates that the market is being driven by the need to reduce the cost of network infrastructure and maintenance.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “One of the major drivers for organizations opting for blade servers is the need to reduce the overall capital and operating costs of managing enterprise infrastructure. Networking devices are increasing in functionality with the evolution of technology and though this trend has increased the cost of the devices, the overall ability of blade servers to integrate servers, storage, and management has still helped reduce the overall cost of the infrastructure.”

The report also highlights that the increasing cost of resources and expertise is hindering the growth of this market. However, the increased functionalities and capabilities of blade servers is expected to keep driving the market. There are also improved security features being incorporated into blade servers.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global Blade Server Market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including HP, IBM, Cisco, and Dell.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/global-blade-server-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:

Ludmila Berkesova

Program Manager

Technavio

8 Wimpole Street

W1G 9SP London UK

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880

Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825

ludmila@technavio.com

http://www.technavio.com

IAPAM's Botox ® Training Helps Physicians Capitalize on Botox ® Boom

As the demand for Botox ® treatments, from anti-aging to bladder control, continues to rise, physicians can capture this growing Botox ® market and greatly benefit their practices through expert Botox ® training at multi-day seminars like the IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox ® Training (www.aestheticmedicinesymposium.com/botoxtraining.html).

Las Vegas, NV, August 30, 2011 -- In late 2010, Botox ® was approved by the FDA to treat chronic migraine headaches in adults. The FDA announced that Botox ® injections have been shown to be effective in the prevention of migraines, which are debilitating headaches that cause intense pulsing or throbbing pain and affect about 12% of Americans. “Chronic migraine is one of the most disabling forms of headache,” Russell Katz, MD, of the FDA, says in a news release. “Patients with chronic migraine experience a headache more than 14 days of the month. This condition can greatly affect family, work, and social life, so it is important to have a variety of effective treatment options available.”

More recently, on August 24, 2011, the FDA approved Botox ® for the treatment of adult urinary incontinence, or to treat overactive bladder control, in patients with neurological problems. The FDA has said "Botox ® can be injected into the bladder to treat those who lose bladder control because of damage to the nervous system, through conditions such as multiple sclerosis or spinal cord injury." "Allergan will try to gain approval to market Botox ® to a broader population of patients with overactive bladder," Allergan's CEO David Pyott reported earlier this month.

As uses for Botox ® continue to expand, Botox ® sales have skyrocketed in 2011. Allergan announced 2Q net income increases of 3%, primarily due to "worldwide revenue from the wrinkle treatment Botox ® [climbing] 16% to $418 million." Given the continued popularity of Botox ® as the number one minimally invasive aesthetic medicine treatment (5.4 million Botox ® procedures were preformed in 2010), and coupled with the increasing number of uses for this product, physicians expertly trained in the administration of Botox ® can capitalize on this ever growing market.

The IAPAM Training Difference

Botox ® training is the central component of the IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium (http://www.aestheticmedicinesymposium.com) which offers comprehensive instruction on the top 5 minimally invasive procedures: Botox ® injection, soft tissue fillers; chemical peels, medical microdermabrasion and laser hair removal. The key to success in the aesthetic industry is not performing one procedures, but combining treatments giving your patients the results they desire. Moreover, “physicians now see the importance in not having Botox ® training in an unclean hotel room, and are choosing the IAPAM’s aesthetic medicine symposium since its done in a clean medical practice which gives them the opportunity to learn proper Botox ® injection technique,” says Jeff Russell, Executive Director of the IAPAM (http://www.iapam.com).

Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Linder, emphasizes that "any effective training program should provide tips on how to give an effective consultation with each patient. This should include a thorough evaluation of the individual characteristics of the face, a comprehensive discussion with the patient regarding risks and benefits, and most importantly, how to appropriately set and manage realistic patient expectations." Fellow IAPAM faculty member, dermatologist Dr. Toni C. Stockton, instructs registrants on the latest technologies and products, from Botox ® to Dysport ®. She also educates physicians on dealing with possible adverse events due to the procedure.

For more information on the IAPAM's upcoming Aesthetic Medicine Symposium with Botox ® Training, please see http://www.iapam.com or contact the IAPAM at 1-800-219-5108 ext. 704.

Botox, Botox Cosmetic and Juvederm are trademarks of Allergan, Inc. Dysport, Restylane, Perlane are trademarks of Medicis, Inc.

About the IAPAM: The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)

The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine is a voluntary global association of physicians and supporters, which sets standards for the aesthetic medical profession worldwide. The goal of the association is to offer education, ethical standards, credentialing, and member benefits to members around the globe. IAPAM membership is open to all licensed medical doctors (MDs), doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs), physicians assistants (PAs) and nurse practitioners (NPs). The IAPAM offers aesthetic medicine and hCG medical weight management programs, including: Botox ® training, medical aesthetic training, laser training, physician hCG training, and aesthetic practice business training. Additional information about the association can be accessed through the IAPAM’s website (http://www.iapam.com) or by contacting:

Jeff Russell, Executive-Director

International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)

1-800-219-5108 ext. 704

info@theiapam.com

NFC Forum Initiatives are Driving the NFC PoS Terminal Market

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global NFC PoS Terminal market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.1 percent.

London, UK, August 30, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global NFC PoS Terminal market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.1 percent.

The report, which covers the Americas as well as the EMEA and APAC regions, indicates that the market is being driven by the various initiatives undertaken by the NFC Forum.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “To ensure a good relationship between vendors, the NFC Forum works with all stakeholders of the NFC ecosystem to promote the standardization of this technology. The Forum plays a vital role in driving adoption of NFC technology by end-users. It does this by ensuring that there is interoperability among the various devices and services, and by spreading awareness.”

The report also highlights that the high cost of NFC PoS terminals is hindering the growth of this market. However, with NFCs fast becoming the preferred mode of payment, this market is expected to keep growing. There is also a trend in this market of vendors offering non-payment applications as value-added services.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global NFC PoS Terminal Market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including VeriFone, Ingenico, and Hypercom.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/global-nfc-pos-terminal-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:

Ludmila Berkesova

Program Manager

Technavio

8 Wimpole Street

W1G 9SP London UK

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880

Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825

ludmila@technavio.com

http://www.technavio.com

Increased Adoption of Refrigerated Transportation by Food and Beverage Industry Driving US Market

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the US Refrigerated Road Transportation market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.6 percent.

London, UK, August 30, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the US Refrigerated Road Transportation market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.6 percent.

The report, which focuses specifically on the United States, indicates that the market is being driven by the increased adoption of refrigerated transport especially by the Food and Beverage industry.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “Refrigerated transportation plays a vital role in the value chain of the Food and Beverage industry as it improves efficiency and reduces operating expenses. Refrigerated transportation is used to preserve perishable foods at all stages, from production to distribution. Moreover, the Food and Beverage industry has been able to reduce wastage and improve the quality of food with the aid of refrigerated transportation.”

The report also highlights that the high capital investment required is hindering the growth of this market. However, cost-effective outsourced services have been providing a boost to the market. There is also a trend in this market of increasing adoption of single-temperature carriage.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, US Refrigerated Road Transportation Market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including Prime Inc., C.R. England, Greatwide Logistics Services, and Stevens Transport.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/us-refrigerated-road-transportation-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:

Ludmila Berkesova

Program Manager

Technavio

8 Wimpole Street

W1G 9SP London UK

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880

Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825

ludmila@technavio.com

http://www.technavio.com

Finite Element Analysis Software Leading to Improved Organizational Productivity

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.6 percent.

London, UK, August 30, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.6 percent.

The report, which covers the Americas as well as the EMEA and APAC regions, indicates that the market is being driven by improvements in organizational productivity that can be achieved by adopting this software.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “FEA software has been helping companies to create reliable and efficient products by providing accurate analysis of product designs. FEA software can also be integrated with other simulation software, which is leading to product design optimization. Through the use of FEA solutions, engineers can analyze a product design without delays and minimize the likelihood of failure in the product development cycle.”

The report also highlights that the existence of counterfeit products is hindering the growth of this market. However, the increasing need to reduce the time to market is expected to keep driving this market. There is also a trend in this market of integrating FEA software and enterprise applications.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global Finite Element Analysis Software Market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including Dassault Systèmes, MSC Software Corp., ANSYS Inc., LMS International, and Altair Engineering Inc.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/global-finite-element-analysis-software-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

Media Contact:

Ludmila Berkesova

Program Manager

Technavio

8 Wimpole Street

W1G 9SP London UK

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7291 0880

Fax: +44 (0) 84 5280 2825

ludmila@technavio.com

http://www.technavio.com

Approaches to HIV Eradication

Toulon, France, August 30, 2011 - What can be done about HIV eradication? The advancements in scientific technology and medical treatments have made significant progress in managing HIV and making it a chronic condition in most patients; however, the next logical step toward a cure has been elusive. Researchers have been working hard for the past few years on closing the gap between manageable disease and functional cure, and several different approaches have been explored or are currently being discussed. While antiretroviral therapy (ART) has been effective against HIV virus out in the open bloodstream, there are pockets of HIV that lie dormant in cells until antiretroviral therapy ceases, which allow them to become active again. These pockets are called HIV reservoirs. The approaches to HIV eradication focus mainly on how to deal with these reservoirs.

Let's talk about some of the discussed approaches; seven of them to be exact. On one approach, ART is started before HIV has a chance to establish reservoirs. This normally takes place when a person is just infected with HIV (acute HIV infection), very early in the process. The hope is to stop viruses before reservoirs can be established. In another approach, ART is intensified greatly in order to stop completely HIV replication. An alternate strategy is to activate dormant T-cells so the remaining HIV reservoirs can be flushed out and eliminated.

There are also strategies that deal with preventing the virus from infecting additional cells directly. If the HIV reservoirs can't be eliminated, one approach involves keeping the reservoirs dormant forever, keeping the HIV from ever replicating again. This means finding ways to disable the virus's ability to replicate. Alternatively, a sixth strategy protects the uninfected cells from ever being infected. The seventh discussed approach attempts to strengthen the body's natural immune system when exposed to HIV, very much like how a vaccine works.

The various approaches to HIV eradication all address a problem, and that problem is the HIV reservoir. HIV reservoirs have been called the last hiding place for HIV within the body. The final step toward finding a functional cure for HIV lies in dealing with HIV reservoirs. The dormant viruses hiding in these places make it very easy for a person's viral load to increase dramatically if ART is stopped even for a short time. Therefore, in conjunction with ART, one of the known possible approaches for HIV eradication-or possibly approaches that haven't been thought of yet-will become increasingly important to develop and implement.

Contact:

Alain Lafeuillade

AVPS

1208 Av. Cl Picot

Toulon, 83000

France

33494616340

lafeuillade@orange.fr

http://www.hiv-eradication.org

Singles Seek Respect During National Singles Week

“Singles are the Rodney Dangerfields of our society,” says Rich Gosse, Chairman of The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization.

San Rafael, CA, August 30, 2011 - “Singles are the Rodney Dangerfields of our society,” says Rich Gosse, Chairman of The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization. “They can't get no respect. Singles are the victims of systematic discrimination, particularly in the areas of Taxes, Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Employee Benefits, Housing, and Unemployment Benefits. That’s why we are proud to be the official sponsor of National Singles Week, September 18-24, 2011, the only week dedicated to the recognition of the special contributions of all singles. The first National Singles Week was in 1982. The week has been declared by official proclamation of Governors throughout America, including California, and is listed in Chase's Calendar of Events, a directory of such events for the country.

“Latest statistics reveal that there are 90 million single adults in America,” says Mr. Gosse, who is America’s foremost authority on the single lifestyle. He is the author of eight books on this subject, including Singles Guide to America, You CAN Hurry Love, and A Good Man Is EASY to Find (“This is a great book!” – Oprah Winfrey). His expert advice has been featured by ABC, BBC, CBS, CNBC, CNN, The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, Cosmopolitan, Playboy, Playgirl, Business Week, The London Times, The Australian, The New Zealand Herald, and hundreds of other media outlets worldwide. Rich Gosse is the first candidate in history to campaign on a “Fairness for Singles Platform,” when he ran for Governor in California’s historic Recall Election in 2003.

Mr. Gosse is available to the news media to discuss National Singles Week and Fairness for Singles by calling 415/479-3800. His website is http://www.RichGosse.com.

WHAT THE NEWS MEDIA SAYS ABOUT RICH GOSSE

"America's leading singles-ologist." Sydney Morning Herald

"The Sultan of Singledom." The West Australian and The Sacramento Bee

"The Date Doctor." Associated Press

"Mr. Single." San Francisco Chronicle

"The Singles Guru." Las Vegas Review Journal

"America's foremost authority on finding a romantic partner."

National Singles Register

"The High Guru of Happy Singledom." Oakland Tribune

"The Billy Graham of the Singles World." New Zealand Herald

"Cupid's Proxy." Long Beach Press Telegram

"Mr. Single of California." Riverside Press-Enterprise

“A Walking Encyclopaedia on Luring the Opposite Sex.” New Zealand Herald

"The Singles Evangelist." Vallejo Times-Herald

"The Singles Swami." Tacoma News Tribune and San Francisco Examiner

"The Love Guru." Santa Barbara News-Press

“The Dating Maven.” Hayward Daily Review

“The Love Doctor.” Waukesha WI Freeman

“America’s foremost flirting authority.” New Zealand Herald on Sunday

About The Society of Single Professionals:

Society of Single Professionals is the events division of American Singles Education, Inc., world's largest non-profit singles organization. We are the only organization that runs events for singles worldwide, on 6 continents. Our Singles Travel Company division organizes dozens of affordable group tours for singles each year, to exotic destinations worldwide. We also operate The Singles Podcasting Network, featuring interviews with major authors and experts on dating and the single lifestyle.

Contact:

Rich Gosse

Society of Single Professionals

205 Mark Twain Avenue

San Rafael, CA 94903

415-507-9962

richgosse@richgosse.com

http://www.cougarevents.com

New Book Discusses the Master Key to Weight Management for Life

At least two-thirds of American adults are overweight or obese according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

New York, NY, August 30, 2011 - At least two-thirds of American adults are overweight or obese according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC survey found that 54% of Americans are trying to lose weight. With so many Americans trying to lose weight and so many options, why is the situation at a standstill or even getting worse? Why are so many dieters left frustrated with lack of results?

“Almost every food today is either sugar-laden or a sugar and fat combination. Our bodies are very sensitive to fluctuations in blood sugar. Excess blood sugar is converted to body fat via the hormone insulin. For any fat-loss efforts to be successful, blood sugar levels must be addressed and controlled,” say Dian Griesel, Ph.D. and Tom Griesel, co-authors of the amazing rapid fat loss book TurboCharged: Accelerate Your Fat Burning Metabolism, Get Lean Fast and Leave Diet and Exercise Rules in the Dust (April 2011, BSH).

Science backs them up. Constant presence of excess blood sugar and resulting insulin spikes are the leading cause of diabetes, insulin resistance and other serious metabolic disorders.

Humans evolved on a diet of fruits, vegetables, tubers, nuts, seeds and animal protein whenever they could catch something. None of these natural foods will result in excess blood sugar levels when consumed in reasonable amounts and in proper combination. The Griesels conclude: “Excess weight and especially excess body fat can be shed rather quickly and painlessly by working with your body instead of against it.” This, along with appropriate activities that get us up and moving are the “Master Keys” to lean bodies and optimal health.

FPL helps restore power to customers in heavily flooded and tree-damaged path of Hurricane Irene

FPL continues to support Delmarva Power's local recovery efforts in Delaware following Hurricane Irene. FPL has deployed 160 employees and contractors to help in the restoration effort, by clearing vegetation and hanging new power lines.

Juno Beach, FL, USA, August 30, 2011 -- FPL continues to support Delmarva Power's local recovery efforts in Delaware following Hurricane Irene. FPL has deployed 160 employees and contractors to help in the restoration effort, by clearing vegetation and hanging new power lines.

In the second installment of FPL’s blogs from the field, FPL lineperson Khristal Hunter shares her experience traveling out of state with FPL crews to help restore power to customers impacted by a major weather event. Khristal was interviewed about her first few days cleaning up the aftermath of Hurricane Irene while she and the rest of her crew were en route to a restoration site this morning in Newark, Del.

Q: How are you? What type of damage are you seeing up in Delaware?

A: It's going well, we are making progress. We're seeing a lot of trees on wires, but once our vegetation management crews remove the debris, we are able to get in there and set fuses again to get the power back on. It's always a good feeling whenever you restore power, I don't care how many times it happens.

Most of the damage that we're seeing is tree-related, but there is quite a bit of flooding too. The big difference I've noted, coming from Broward County, is all the space between the houses and the distance from the road carrying the power to the actual residence -- houses are set back so far from the road. In some cases, the homeowners probably don't even know we're out in front of their home! Now, that's different!

Q: While female crew members are a minority, you are the only female linesperson in FPL's restoration team up there in Delaware. What's that like?

A: It's fine. The guys are great.

Q: Are you seeing very many customers? What's the reaction been?

A: As I described, the neighborhoods that we are working in are so different from what I'm used to seeing in Florida that we aren't seeing as many customers. But as cars drive by and see us working out in the road, they are waving to us and giving us the thumbs-up.

Q: What else is different from working there versus here?

A: You know, while the destruction of Hurricane Irene is certainly different from what we see day to day in Florida, the biggest difference is the temperature! Sure, it's warm here, but it's way cooler than it is in Miami today! That's a nice change.

Q: Is there anything else that you would like to say or add?

A: Just that I'm proud to be a part of this team and we are very glad to help Delaware. Oh, and hi, mom!

To check out Khristal and her fellow crew members at work today, and for more of FPL's Hurricane Irene restoration images, videos, and real-time updates on FPL's assistance following Hurricane Irene, go to http://www.flickr.com/photos/fplstorm, http://www.facebook.com/FPLConnect and http://www.twitter.com/insideFPL

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Sandra Fine

Florida Power & Light Company

700 Universe Blvd.

Juno Beach, FL 33408

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sandra.fine@rbbpr.com

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FPL Crews Support Northern Utility's Local Restoration Efforts After Hurricane Irene

FPL is now providing crews to aid in the recovery effort for Hurricane Irene. FPL has sent 160 employees to the Northeast to help in the restoration effort, by clearing vegetation and hanging new power lines.

Juno Beach, FL, USA, August 29, 2011 -- As Florida’s largest utility, Florida Power & Light Company has had its share of experience with hurricanes and their aftermath. FPL is now providing crews to aid in the recovery effort for Hurricane Irene. FPL has sent 160 employees to the Northeast to help in the restoration effort, by clearing vegetation and hanging new power lines.

One such crew member is Vic Arena, FPL Operations Leader. Vic was interviewed via telephone in Newark, Del., where he is assisting on the front lines of the restoration effort. He is responsible for supervising crews dispatched to Delaware over the weekend to support Delmarva Power’s recovery efforts. A storm restoration veteran, Vic understands how to restore power safely and efficiently.

Q: Where are you? What have you seen so far?

A: Our team arrived in Delaware on Aug. 28 around 8 p.m. Upon arrival, we were briefed by Delmarva Power (which services approximately 498,000 electric delivery customers in Delaware and the Delaware Peninsula.)

On the drive up, we could see some damage and we noticed that there were around 40 miles on I-95 in the area of Richmond, VA, where there were no gas stations in operation, due to lack of power. When we ventured off the interstate, we could see flooded roads and I saw a substation that was 3 feet under water.

From what we have learned today, much of the damage in this area is along the coastal areas. We are waiting for our “job packets” and are looking forward to getting out to the areas that have been impacted by Hurricane Irene and helping Delmarva Power get its customers’ lights back on.

Q: What are the biggest challenges moving a convoy like this through a disaster area?

A: The biggest challenge when you have so many trucks heading north for an extended distance is planning the trip so that you have enough fuel. We have to anticipate how far we can go on a tank, which is about 250 miles for our trucks, and we have to make sure we don't stretch it too far or we could run into an area without of fuel. We're traveling with our own fuel tanker but we don't want to use that unless we have to.

Q: Do you have a sense of the work you'll be called on to start today?

A: We are waiting to get our specific assignments from Delmarva Power, but it will likely involve putting wire back up and placing poles back in. Right now we are setting up our site and taking care of logistics on our end.

Q: What’s the morale like for your crews?

A: They're ready to get to work. It was a long drive and we are ready to get out into the field and help people.

Q: Why does FPL send crews like yours to other states to help in disaster situations?

A: We know what it’s like to experience major storms and just as we are helping Delmarva Power now, we have had to call for help from other utilities in the past.

Sometimes when you go on a trip like this, you see some of the people that came down to help you. It’s a bonding experience and this is an opportunity to give back.

Q: How long will you stay?

It depends on how long Delmarva Power needs our help. I can tell you that when we went to Texas to help out after Hurricane Ike a few years ago, we expected to go for a week and I think we were gone for three weeks. This time we've been told to pack for seven days, but I think we'll be doing laundry.

For more images, videos, and real-time updates on FPL's assistance following Hurricane Irene, go to http://www.flickr.com/fpl/storm, http://www.facebook.com/FPLConnect and http://www.twitter.com/insideFPL.

Media Contact:

FPL Media Line

Florida Power & Light Company

700 Universe Blvd.

Juno Beach, FL 33408

305-552-3888

kristy.kennedy@rbbpr.com

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Telemedicine Market Witnessing Significant Growth in Europe

A recently released report by Technavio reveals that the Global Telemedicine market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19 percent.

London, UK, August 29, 2011 -- A recently released report by Technavio, specialists in emerging technologies market research, reveals that the Global Telemedicine market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 19 percent.

The report, which covers the Americas as well as the EMEA and APAC regions, indicates that the market is being driven by the growth opportunities in Europe.

According to Technavio’s industry analyst, “Though the United States has been dominating the Global Telemedicine market, Europe and developing nations are rapidly catching up. This shift is occurring mainly of the increase in the number of patients with chronic diseases and the increasing availability of online healthcare services.”

The report also highlights that the lack of standardized classifications is hindering the growth of this market. However, the increase in remote monitoring of patients is expected to keep driving the market. The market is also being boosted by the increase in telesurgery.

These are just some of the important findings presented in the report that will enable companies to fully understand the potential in this market and formulate their own strategies.

Technavio’s report, Global Telemedicine market 2010–2014, is based on extensive research conducted with industry experts, vendors, and end-users. It examines the key trends, drivers, and challenges impacting the evolution of this market. The report also contains incisive insights and SWOT analyses regarding the key vendors in this market, including Philips Healthcare, Agfa Healthcare, Honeywell HomMed, and AMD Telemedicine Inc.

For further information and to obtain your copy of this report, please visit http://technavio.com/content/global-telemedicine-market-2010-2014. Follow us on Twitter: @technavio for daily updates.

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