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National US News

National newswire stories from across the U.S., sourced from the Neotrope® News Network

National US News

National US News
National newswire stories from across the U.S., sourced from the Neotrope® News Network

OPINION: The Failure of Medicine and Opioid Addiction, a Growing Public Health Problem

CORTE MADERA, Calif., June 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'Giving voice to a growing public health problem,' notes Dr. Don Harte, Marin County straight chiropractor, 'a recent cover of TIME magazine bears a picture of a fishhook, with a pill as 'bait.' That cover proclaims 'They're the most powerful painkillers ever invented. And they're creating the worst addiction crisis America has ever seen.' No kidding!'

Weitz and Luxenberg is Told 95 percent of Eligible Stryker Hip Patients Now Enrolled in Settlement Program

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nationally prominent personal injury law firm Weitz and Luxenberg, P.C., today said that 95 percent of registered eligible patients are now enrolled in the Stryker modular hip settlement program. This program has been established to ensure that each injured patient will receive a share of more than $1 billion as compensation for problems encountered with Rejuvenate and ABGII metal-on-metal modular hip implants.

EPIC Insurance Launches Private Exchange Platform (EXP)

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., June 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage, and employee benefits consultant, this week unveiled its next generation private exchange, coined EXP (The EPIC Exchange Platform) in partnership with Atlanta-based Hodges-Mace, LLC.

Opinion: The Failure of Medicine and Opioid Addiction

CORTE MADERA, Calif., June 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'Giving voice to a growing public health problem,' notes Dr. Don Harte, Marin County straight chiropractor, 'a recent cover of TIME magazine bears a picture of a fishhook, with a pill as 'bait.' That cover proclaims 'They're the most powerful painkillers ever invented. And they're creating the worst addiction crisis America has ever seen.' No kidding!'

First Novel Non-Laser Tattoo Removal Service to Enter the Rocky Mountain States

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., June 12, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It has been estimated that about 6 million Americans have at least one tattoo they want removed or changed, but are unwilling to do it with a laser. Mundy Tattoo Removal is the first to address that large unmet need in all of the Rocky Mountain States. As part of Tattoo X studio, Mundy Tattoo Removal just became the first certified Tatt2Away(R) center in Colorado, according to Rejuvatek Medical, Inc., manufacturers of Tatt2Away.

Jazz Legend and ‘Soul Makossa’ Artist Manu Dibango to Publish English Memoir with Oracle Group International

WASHINGTON, D.C., June 12, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Oracle Group International debuts its Publishing Division with the acquisition of the memoir of Cameroonian born international jazz legend Manu Dibango to be released on December 1, 2015. To support the publication of this endeavor, Manu Dibango will embark on a U.S. Tour scheduled to coincide with the release of this book.

From Pooper-Scoopers to Business Owners, Young Entrepreneurs Purchase Local Doggie Daycare Franchise

FARMINGDALE, N.Y., June 12, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Young entrepreneurs Jennifer Jung and Candice Vogel recently took the big leap from employees to business owners to seize opportunities in the booming pet care industry. Jennifer and Candice began as entry-level kennel workers at Long Island-based Hounds Town USA, a fully interactive doggie daycare and pet care franchise.

Mrs. Georgia 2015 Teams Up with Hillside Charity to Support Treatment for Traumatized Children

ROSWELL, Ga., June 11, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nova Kopp, the most recent winner of the Mrs. Georgia United States Pageant, has already started to roll up her sleeves and is acting as 'ambassador' for a group that supports children and families in need.

Sheryl McLamb joins EPIC Insurance Private Client Group in Sacramento

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., June 11, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC (Edgewood Partners Insurance Center), a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consultant, announces that Sheryl McLamb has joined as an Account Manager in EPIC's Private Client Group. McLamb will be based in Sacramento as EPIC expands its private client services.

Uproar Entertainment Announces New Comedy CD by Brett Riley, ‘I’m An Idiot’

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 11, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Uproar Entertainment is pleased to announce the release of Brett Riley's first comedy CD, 'I'm An Idiot.' Riley's signature impersonations, witty observations, and colorful stories incite bouts of laughter from the start. 'I'm An Idiot' was recorded at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash. and is Riley's first recording for Uproar Entertainment.

EPIC Insurance Brokers adds Broker Brian Laney in Sacramento

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., June 11, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that Brian Laney has joined the firm as a property and casualty insurance broker/producer and principal.

Hip Hop Legend ‘Yo Yo’ Celebrates 25 Years in Industry at 2015 City of Angels Celebrity Red Carpet Experience

LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 11, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On June 26, Yolanda 'Yo Yo' Whitaker will be celebrated at the 2nd Annual City of Angels Celebrity Red Carpet Experience through awards and a live performance produced by Darryl Pitts (DP Productions) and partners Kevin and Schvone Rouse (Rouse House Entertainment).

Uproar Entertainment Announces New Comedy CD by Brett Riley

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 11, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Uproar Entertainment is pleased to announce the release of Brett Riley's first comedy CD, 'I'm An Idiot.' Riley's signature impersonations, witty observations, and colorful stories incite bouts of laughter from the start. 'I'm An Idiot' was recorded at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash. and is Riley's first recording for Uproar Entertainment.

ReverseVision Announces Launch of Reverse Mortgage Loan Origination System Support Portal

SAN DIEGO, Calif., June 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ReverseVision, Inc. announced the launch of their new RV Support Portal designed to improve the RV Exchange (RVX) support experience for users of RV Exchange (RVX), ReverseVision's flagship reverse loan origination system (RLOS) platform.

Target Ship Management to Expand Its Business with Talent of Seafarers

MUMBAI, India, June 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Target Ship Management India (TSMI), a Human Resources company established in the year 2013, is growing fast with its dedicated employees and is now on a growth path with a pool of talent of seafarers and extended business opportunities for ship owners all over the world; with all kinds of vessels to be a part of the expanding family of TSMI.

Seattle Roofer Ups Business 60 percent with Social Media and Door-to-Door Marketing

SEATTLE, Wash., June 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Eco Roof Service expanded its business by 60 percent in just a few months through new marketing channels like social media and door-to-door. Social media marketing had increased its name recognition and attracted new customers, announced Aaron Zarling of the Seattle roofing company.

Asheville Couple Launch Cottage Cooking Classes

ASHEVILLE, N.C., June 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ready to do a little culinary exploration? Let Cottage Cooking take you down a new path. Cooking classes are given in an intimate 1915 cottage located in downtown Asheville and staff caters to small groups of up to four.

LE FRENCH FESTIVAL 10-Day Bastille Day Celebration comes to Los Angeles July 2015

LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In a celebration of French artisans and culture in Los Angeles, Selavi Global and Canard Duchene Champagne have teamed up to launch the brand new 'Le French Festival' set to take place across Los Angeles from July 4-14. The event will end with a closing night party produced by French Tuesdays on Bastille Day, July 14 at Riviera 31 at the Sofitel Hotel.
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EPIC Further Expands National Employer Services Platform – adds Davin Millholland and Rosemary Hughes to Team

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., June 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consultant, announced today the additions of Employee Benefits Consulting professionals Davin Millholland and Rosemary Hughes to its rapidly growing Employer Services Platform (ESP).

JOSEPH EVE Leading Classes at Tribal Gaming Regulators and Commissioners Certification Series

KALISPELL, Mont., June 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- JOSEPH EVE CPAs Partner Joseph Eve and Lindan Elliot will teach two sessions at the Tribal Gaming Regulators and Commissioners Level II Training Certification Series June 9, 2015 at KwaTaqNuk Resort Casino in Poulson, Montana.

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