No Major Violent Incidents At Va. Gun Rally After State Officials Braced For The Worst

Thousands and thousands of people flooded the streets, many of them armed, for a pro-gun rally that drew militia groups from outside the state. Virginia officials were worried enough about safety at the event to declare a state of emergency, but it went off without major incident. Meanwhile, a shooting in Kansas City left two dead and more than a dozen wounded. Syndicated from https://khn.org/morning-breakout/no-major-violent-incidents-at-va-gun-rally-after-state-officials-braced-for-the-worst/https://coding-jobs.info/?p=190783#CapitolDesk, #PublicHealth, #States, #N...

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Guidance To Allow States To Request Block Grant Waivers For Medicaid Programs Expected Soon

Approving state waivers to change Medicaid funding to block grants would be among the Trump administration’s most controversial moves to reshape Medicaid. While supporters of block granting say it gives states more flexibility, critics warn that it creates incentives for states to cut aid for its most vulnerable populations. Meanwhile, Medicaid expansion advocates are frustrated by the last remaining red-state holdouts. Syndicated from https://khn.org/morning-breakout/guidance-to-allow-states-to-request-block-grant-waivers-for-medicaid-programs-expected-soon/https://coding-jobs.info/?p=190782#CapitolDesk, #HealthCareCosts, #HealthIndustry, #Insurance, #Medicaid, #PublicHealth, #States, #Uninsured, #N...

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As More And More States Legalize Marijuana In Some Form, National Enforcement Confusion Escalates

There's a total federal ban on marijuana that's not expected to lift anytime soon. But at the same time, more than 40 states are expected to have loosened regulations on the drug by the end of 2020. That makes enforcement rather tricky. Meanwhile, research continues on the health effects of the drug. Syndicated from https://khn.org/morning-breakout/as-more-and-more-states-legalize-marijuana-in-some-form-national-enforcement-confusion-escalates/https://coding-jobs.info/?p=190781#Pharmaceuticals, #PublicHealth, #States, #N...

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In Midst Of Outcry Over Missing Native American Women, Investigation Into One Girl’s Death Hints At A Changing Tide

When a 16-year-old went missing in Montana, local and federal law enforcement actually searched for her instead of letting the case go cold. Although it's a far cry from what needs to be done to address the issue, some advocates say it shows that there is progress being made. Syndicated from https://khn.org/morning-breakout/in-midst-of-outcry-over-missing-native-american-women-investigation-into-one-girls-death-hints-at-a-changing-tide/https://coding-jobs.info/?p=190780#PublicHealth, #States, #N...

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How Fast Can A New Internet Standard For Sharing Patient Data Catch Fire?

Medical professionals have been storing personal health information in electronic form for more than a decade, but it is cumbersome for patients to gather disparate computer and paper records scattered across doctors’ offices, hospitals and medical labs.Wouldn’t life be easier if you could view your full medical history with a few taps on your smartphone?The consolidation of medical records may be on its way, as technology companies prod the health care industry to embrace an internet-based common standard for storing and sharing patient information. It’s known as FHIR and pronounced “fire” — a catchier way of saying Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources.Industry analysts say the rapidly growing demand for freer exchange of health care information is creating an electronic health record...

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States To Be Allowed To Use Funds Earmarked For Opioid Epidemic To Address Escalating Meth, Cocaine Crises

State public health officials have been feeling like their hands are tied as they watch a threat on the horizon. But Congress is now giving them permission to use the opioid funds more broadly. In other news on the opioid epidemic: the threat of benzos, foster families, one city's plan to address the crisis, and more. Syndicated from https://khn.org/morning-breakout/states-to-be-allowed-to-use-funds-earmarked-for-opioid-epidemic-to-address-escalating-meth-cocaine-crises/https://coding-jobs.info/?p=190777#PublicHealth, #States, #N...

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State Highlights: Slow Trickle Of Disaster Aid Funds Frustrates Desperate Puerto Ricans; Mississippi’s 15-Week Abortion Ban Remains Blocked By Appeals Court

Media outlets report on news from Puerto Rico, Mississippi, Ohio, Florida, West Virginia, Virginia, Missouri, Maryland, Texas, Colorado, Washington, Wisconsin, California, Oregon and North Carolina. Syndicated from https://khn.org/morning-breakout/state-highlights-slow-trickle-of-disaster-aid-funds-frustrates-desperate-puerto-ricans-mississippis-15-week-abortion-ban-remains-blocked-by-appeals-court/https://coding-jobs.info/?p=190776#HealthCareCosts, #HealthIndustry, #PublicHealth, #States, #N...

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Risky Move From Thomas Jefferson University Could Reshape Philadelphia’s Health Marketplace

Jefferson is trying to take control of insurer Health Partners Plans Inc. in a deal that could mean Philadelphia consumers and employers could end up paying more for their health care. Hospital and health system news comes out of Georgia, Oregon, New Hampshire, North Carolina, and D.C. Syndicated from https://khn.org/morning-breakout/risky-move-from-thomas-jefferson-university-could-reshape-philadelphias-health-marketplace/https://coding-jobs.info/?p=190775#PublicHealth, #States, #N...

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Viewpoints: Majority Of Americans Believe Abortion Should Be Legal. So Why Are Rights Under Threat?; Trump’s Food Fight Is A Losing One

Opinion writers tackle these and other health issues. Syndicated from https://khn.org/morning-breakout/viewpoints-majority-of-americans-believe-abortion-should-be-legal-so-why-are-rights-under-threat-trumps-food-fight-is-a-losing-one/https://coding-jobs.info/?p=190774, #N...

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Listen: How Vaping Regulations Are Playing Out In The States

 https://khn.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/01/ctm200120k3.mp3Can’t see the audio player? Click here to download.KHN Midwest correspondent Lauren Weber joined Wisconsin Public Radio’s Rob Ferrett on “Central Time” to discuss what’s happening on vaping in the states amid concerns about a vaping lung illness.Weber has written about how Wisconsin health officials were among the first to pinpoint the rise in lung illness cases. She has also reported on how the crackdown on vaping has politicized vapers around the nation who are fighting bans on vaping products. Syndicated from https://khn.org/news/listen-how-vaping-regulations-are-playing-out-in-the-states/https://coding-jobs.info/?p=190773#Audio, #PublicHealth, #States, #Vaping, #N...

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SCF Small Cell Awards 2020 Open for Entries

Small Cell Forum has announced that its 12th annual awards are now open for entries. Honoring commercial achievement and technical innovation across ten categories, the awards are open to both SCF members and non-members from all parts of the small cell ecosystemLondon, UK Thursday 16th January 2020 Now in its twelfth year, the prestigious annual awards for the small cell industry are open for entries. With awards covering ten categories, plus the highly coveted ‘judges’ choice’ award, there is an opportunity to celebrate excellence and innovation in every aspect of commercial network deployment in the 5G era.Small Cell Forum (SCF) is the trade association for small cell vendors, network infrastructure providers, service providers and operators...

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Openet partners with MDS Global to deliver BSS solution to Malaysian MVNO, redONE

New solution will support redONE’s regional growthDublin, 15 January 2020: Openet, a leader in the supply of Digital and 5G BSS, today announced that it is working with MDS Global, a BSS-as-a-service provider, to deliver a Policy and Charging Control solution (PCC) to redONE, a Malaysian Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO). The partnership will see Openet and MDS Global help redONE expand its regional footprint to Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and the Philippines.Openet will support MDS Global as it rolls out its VNOnDemand BSS-as-a-service solution for redONE. Openet will provide its real-time charging and policy control systems.Openet and MDS Global were chosen by redONE for their ability to meet the flexibility, functionality and service...

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Prysmian Group to develop the largest project for broadband TLC cable in Mexico

The project, awarded by CFE, will bring high-speed connection to 52 cities in the countryMilan, 15 January 2020 – Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, has been awarded a new contract worth about $38 million by the Government-owned Company Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE) for the project “Proyecto de Conectividad Fibra Óptica Red Eléctrica Inteligente REI” in Mexico.This is the largest project ever launched by the Government in Mexico in terms of cable supply, and it will connect remote regions in the Country with high-speed broadband. It includes the design, supply and installation of a minimum of 9,800 fkm of OPGW cables and 5,100 fkm of ADSS cables. OPGW cables will be produced in the Group’s...

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Controllis introduces a family of high capacity rectifiers with seamless solar integration and prioritisation capability

Telecoms operators can easily upgrade their power networks and incorporate solar energy for greater reliability and greener powerThetford 14th January 2020. Controllis, a leading global supplier of low carbon and carbon neutral hybrid power solutions has added the Smart48 DC power system to its portfolio. An efficient and highly scalable power platform, the Smart48 DC power system will help telecoms, mobile and tower companies provide more reliable, efficient and green power for their networks. Operators looking to reduce their carbon footprint now have the option of combining mains rectification and solar power using a single integrated solution.Controllis Smart48 DC power systemThe Smart48 DC power system can provide 2kW to 300kW of power...

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Emtelle launches New Fibre Termination Facility to meet global demand for FTTH

The facility was officially opened by Jamie Hepburn, the Minister for Business Fair Work & SkillsHawick, Scotland, 13 January, 2020 – Emtelle, the leading global manufacturer of pre-connectorised, blown fibre cable and ducted network solutions, today launched its brand-new Fibre Termination Facility in response to the rising demand for pre-connectorised fibre solutions globally – enabling operators to deploy Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) faster and more efficiently. The opening of the Fibre Termination Facility, which is located at Emtelle’s Centre of Excellence in Hawick, Scotland, comes as homes and businesses demand to be connected quicker and more effectively than ever before.The role of the facility will be to cut and polish the fibre,...

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AddOn Networks named in Top 10 Tech Solution Providers for Data Centers – 2019

Tustin, CA, USA, 07 January 2020 – AddOn Networks, the largest independent global supplier of compatible transceivers and optical connectivity solutions, has been recognised in the Top 10 Tech Solution Providers for Data Centers 2019 by CIO Applications Magazine.The accolade recognises AddOn Networks innovative data center technologies which enables data centers to support rising application demands. “We are delighted to be named among the Top 10 Tech Solutions Providers for Data Centers alongside key industry leaders in data center technologies.” said Matt McCormick, CEO of AddOn Networks. “This award recognises our commitment to providing low-cost, high-performing optical connectivity products which address emerging market needs.”Top 10 Tech...

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MGS Announces Finalists for mBolden Women of the Year Awards

Press Release Mobile Growth Summit and mBolden team up to honor women in the mobile field. Winners will be announced at MGS20 in San Francisco.January 6, 2020, SAN FRANCISCO – Mobile Growth Summit and mBolden are teaming up for another year on The Women of the Year Awards which honor exceptional female mobile app marketers for their contributions to the industry. A panel of judges narrowed down the submissions made through the MobileGrowthSummit.com, and the finalists in three categories are as follows:Champion of WomenFemale expert and thought leader in the industry. Can show tangible results driving growth and/or ROI for her company.Nancy Peters, Director Business Development, Chocolate PlatformNgozi Ogbonna, Senior Director, FairygodbossAli...

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IBM i administrators get faster response times to operational problems

SoftLanding’s new AUTOMON® Console release boasts automation and responsive mobile browser interfacePETERBOROUGH, NH, January 6, 2020 – SoftLanding Systems, the IBM i software division of UNICOM® Global, introduces a fully responsive browser interface and templated message responses for IBM i message management solution, AUTOMON® Console (formerly known as AUTOMON® for iConsole).The new capabilities help to improve system availability, as Jim Fisher, SoftLanding Operations Manager, explained:“The templated responses available with the new release of AUTOMON® Console will allow messages to be managed by exception – either automatically resolving issues or escalating them if required. This frees up precious time for IBM i administrators, allowing...

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