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Breast cancer is a serious health concern that affects millions of people in the United States. According to several studies, about 12% of women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in their lifetimes. As a healthcare executive with many years of experience working with physician practices in Southern California, Michael Roub knows the impact this condition can have on families. Breast cancer hit especially close to home for him when his wife Lisa was diagnosed with the disease. That life-changing experience spurred him to act. "My wife's illness and the breast cancer rates of women in the U.S. rocked my world," says Michael. "I knew I had to help others fight against this terrible disease."

Homeowners who have built up equity in their homes often seek ways of reducing monthly mortgage payments. Private mortgage insurance, or PMI, is sometimes required by many lenders, and this insurance can drive up the costs of a home loan. TCO Appraisals, a leading provider of property appraisal services in the San Diego County area of California, knows that to remove PMI from a property loan, homeowners can save money. "The process of removing PMI from a loan can take several steps," says Todd Ortlieb, president of the appraisal firm. "Many lenders require a new property appraisal as consideration for canceling PMI." A new appraisal helps homeowners gain leverage in the PMI cancellation negotiation process and shows that the home's value or equity in the home has increased since the initial loan was made.

Dr. Michael Sinel shares a different approach to treating back pain that does not involve surgery, medication, or physical therapy. The approach, which is pioneered by his mentor John E Sarno MD, is purely psychological and revolves around positive thinking.

Samia Solutions, a company that specializes in providing safe and effective in-office ancillary solutions throughout the United States, has created an allergy testing and immunotherapy treatment program that eliminates the need for allergy patients to be referred to a specialist for the appropriate diagnosis and treatment. The program will provide more efficient care for allergy patients, and will allow a healthcare provider to obtain ancillary revenue for the testing and treatment provided.

As a sign of its commitment to its customers around the world, Tatung USA, Inc. recently launched a revamped company website. The new site, taking the place of their existing product site, features a responsive design, making it accessible on any Web-enabled device including mobile phones and tablets. The overall site layout is easier to navigate and offers visitors a clean, uncluttered interface. In addition to providing site visitors with an improved experience, Tatung USA set out to improve the site's use as a B2B and B2C platform. "Our new site helps us to connect with business clients as well as consumers from across the globe," says a spokesperson for the company. "More information and improved product images are a few of the many new features."

Neurosurgery leaders have finally made curricular breakthroughs in pain management after many years of continuous efforts, according to Narinder Grewal MD, a California-based anesthesiologist with over 40 years of experience in the pain management field. They have designed a new approach to training neurosurgery residents and are now changing the curriculum at Columbia University Medical Center.

The leading dealer in Arizona and California, Superior Cleaning Equipment, Inc., is celebrating a business milestone this year. The company, serving as the largest industrial cleaning and environmental equipment dealer is a factory-authorized Landa Karcher Group, Water Maze Water Treatment Systems, CUDA Aqueous Parts Washer and IPC Eagle retailer and service center in both states, reached its 25th year in business. Growing from a small operation to a multi-million dollar business since its establishment, the company has become the trusted choice for cleaning professionals across industries. "We're extremely proud of reaching this important milestone in our business operations," said Greg Sprunk, President. "We have to thank our many loyal customers and vendors over the years for helping us become a success."

As physician practices and hospitals grow more crowded, urgent care medicine has taken center stage as an alternative to the long waits and difficulty in getting appointments. UrgentCare2go.com, a mobile, on-demand urgent care practice in suburban Dallas, Texas, has seen a number of developments in this medical specialty, especially in the past five years. Urgent care medical services provide immediate patient care for non-emergency needs, and were initially developed to provide coverage when primary care physicians were not available, such as on weekends or in evenings. "It is estimated that less than thirty percent of primary healthcare practitioners have after-hours coverage," says Arti Nangrani, a spokesperson for the Texas-based company. "The urgent care field has expanded dramatically as a result, with over 20,000 medical professionals practicing the specialty."

Many homeowners seek ways to improve the functionality and appearance of their homes. One of the best ways to spruce up an older home is through a bathroom remodeling project. Finding a reputable company for a bathroom remodel contractor quote can be difficult, and that's where TenList, Inc. steps in for help. The Texas-based contractor directory service provides no-charge listings of reputable contractors in cities across the United States, including those who specialize in bathroom remodeling work. Selecting the best contractor for a big home project is no longer as simple as opening up the Yellow Pages and making calls; the company's unique contractor evaluation system ensures quality. "For a large project like a complete bathroom remodel, it is important to find the very best contractor available," says a spokesperson for the directory firm. "Homeowners should get several bathroom remodeling service quotes from contractors in their area."

For the past year, the groundbreaking Life on Life Initiative has set thousands of people free. Volunteers from Life Leadership seek to identify real needs in society and then organize events that will meet those needs; the initiative has sparked real change in people's lives. Orrin Woodward, a leadership guru and cofounder of the group behind the initiative, Life Leadership, has marked the one-year anniversary of the program. In cities across the United States, the initiative's programs have served those in need, providing valuable funding and training for underserved populations. "We are immensely proud of our first year at the helm of this important program," says Orrin. "Our group is positioned well to continue providing critical training and resources for years to come."