Kansas Drivers Earn Discounts with DriveSafe Online® Certificate

Car insurance discounts available to eligible Kansas drivers who complete the online defensive driving course. [PR.com]

Impact of COVID-19 in Africa 'vastly underestimated' warn researchers

The impact of COVID-19 in Africa has been vastly underestimated, warn researchers in a study published by The BMJ today.

Should we criminalize those who spread misinformation about vaccines?

Concern is growing about the spread of false information about vaccines. But should we consider criminalising people who deliberately spread false information—or could this do more harm than good? Two experts debate the issue in The BMJ.

Deaths from food allergy rare and decreasing in the UK, finds study

Deaths from serious allergic reactions ("anaphylaxis") due to food have declined over the past 20 years, an analysis of UK NHS data had found. This is despite an increase in hospital admissions for food-induced anaphylaxis over the same time.

Tuberculosis vaccine may protect newborns against other infectious diseases: study

The tuberculosis (TB) vaccine Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) could protect newborns against a variety of common infections, such as upper respiratory tract infections, chest infections and diarrhoea, according to a new study in The Lancet Infectious Diseases.

Most European countries ignore patients with severe mental illness in COVID-19 vaccine strategy

A survey by Europe's main psychiatric and mental health patient organizations shows that only 4 out of 20 European countries prioritize COVID vaccinations for individuals with severe mental disorders (such as psychosis and mood problems), despite a wealth of scientific evidence showing that these patients are amongst the most at risk. This is published today in the peer-reviewed journal Lancet Psychiatry.

Electricity source determines benefits of electrifying China's vehicles

Each year an estimated 1.2 million Chinese citizens die prematurely due to poor air quality. And public health consequences are particularly dire during extreme air quality events, such as infamous "Airpocalypse" winter haze episodes.

CT scans of Egyptian mummy reveal new details about the death of a pivotal pharaoh

Modern medical technology is helping scholars tell a more nuanced story about the fate of an ancient king whose violent death indirectly led to the reunification of Egypt in the 16th century BC. The research was published in Frontiers in Medicine.

Latinx youth's helping behavior tied to cultural processes as well as parenting practices

Although interest in studying prosocial behaviors among U.S. Latinx individuals has increased recently, there is still limited existing research with this population. Evidence shows that prosocial behaviors (actions intended to benefit others) are a marker of healthy social functioning and can both support positive development (such as academic achievement) and mitigate problematic outcomes (such as anxiety and depression). An important question is whether prosocial behavior is fostered by parents in ways that are specific to their cultural groups or through more universal aspects of parenting. A new longitudinal study in the United States examined relations among parenting, culture, and prosocial behaviors in U.S. Mexican youth.

Breeding better seeds: Healthy food for more people

Your morning cereal or oatmeal. The bread on your sandwich. The corn chips for your snack, and the cookies for dessert. Not one would be possible with the humblest of ingredients: the seed.

Mental health disorders and alcohol misuse more common in LGB people

Lesbian, gay and bisexual (LGB) people are significantly more likely to have mental health conditions and report alcohol and drug misuse than heterosexual people—according to a new study led by UCL researchers in collaboration with the University of East Anglia and City, University of London.

Fertility treatment affects children's growth patterns but not for long

Children born as a result of fertility treatment have different growth patterns to naturally-conceived children but, by the time they reach the age of 17, they are of similar height, weight and body mass index (BMI), according to research published today (Wednesday) in Human Reproduction.

Tourists could be spreading the virus causing COVID-19 to wild mountain gorillas by taking selfies with the animals

Tourists could be spreading the virus causing COVID-19 to wild mountain gorillas by taking selfies with the animals without following precautions. Researchers from Oxford Brookes University examined nearly 1,000 Instagram posts and found most gorilla trekking tourists were close enough to the animals, without face masks on, to make transmission of viruses and diseases possible.

Helping behavior may mitigate academic risk for children from low-income neighborhoods

Children raised in neighborhoods with low socio-economic status are at risk for low academic achievement. A new longitudinal study followed young children from such neighborhoods from birth until age seven to explore whether children's capacity to act kindly or generously towards others (prosocial behavior) - including peers, teachers, and family—is linked to their ability to perform well in school. The study showed that prosocial behavior may mitigate academic risk across early childhood.

Biodegradable Lightweight Tent Pegs, the Next Step in Eco-Friendly Hiking, Hit the Australian Market Driven by SurvivalStorehouse Australia

Australian outdoors and survival company continue to expand their offerings in the hiking and camping niche with new products for the serious Australian outdoor adventurer with lightweight eco-friendly products. [PR.com]

Shero Comics Celebrates Black History Month with the Return of the Rayven Choi Graphic Novel Series

Black Superheroine Returns to Comic eBook Shelves this Friday. [PR.com]

STL Risk Management LLC Joins Valley Insurance Agency Alliance

Seasoned executive Todd Matzat founded his insurance agency in 2020. [PR.com]

NPPG Expands Employer Retirement Plan Services as a Pooled Plan Provider

NPPG announced that the company will serve as the Pooled Plan Provider (PPP) to the Lockton Companies, LLC (Northeast Series) Pooled Employer Plan (PEP), EZ Flex 401(k). NPPG’s Florida office, formerly Pinnacle Financial Services, a leader in the MEP/PEP industry, will serve as the third-party administrator (TPA). NPPG will support the Lockton Northeast (NE) Series PEP and each of its adopting employers by taking on [PR.com]

AquaFinesse - North America News

AquaFinesse has hired a new President. Meet Robert D. Snodgrass II. New Programs, Marketing, Product Announcement. [PR.com]

The Holleran-Bouck Team Earns Five Star Award for 15th Year

The Holleran-Bouck Team at RE/MAX Alliance Group Recognized for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction [PR.com]

Iman Zekri Receives the Florida Bar Journal’s Excellence in Writing Award

Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Iman Zekri is the recipient of the 2020 Florida Bar Journal Excellence in Writing Award. Members of The Florida Bar Journal’s Editorial Board nominate outstanding submissions based on substance, style, and quality of writing and research. Zekri’s article, “Respectfully Dissenting: How Dissenting Opinions Shape the Law and Impact [PR.com]

Litigation Expert Michael Corso Provides Comment on Proposed Business Valuation Guidelines

The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that Florida litigation expert Michael J. Corso was asked to provide comment to the proposed revision to the International Glossary of Business Valuation Terms. He shared concerns that the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) proposed “standard of care” revisions for a business valuation accountant might [PR.com]

Allegro Music Academy to Offer New Dance Classes

In collaboration with Natasha Barrera of Bachata Fuego, one of Sarasota's most distinguished institutions prepares all new kinds of dance classes. [PR.com]

Behavioral Economist Publishes White Paper on Pent-Up Demand in the Travel Industry

Sandra Thomas-Comenole, behavioral economist and award winning marketing professional, published a white paper entitled, "Are we experiencing pent-up demand in the travel industry?" Almost a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, and the term "pent-up demand" has become the battle cry of the travel industry. Which leaves one to question whether pent-up demand exists in the travel industry, the factors that [PR.com]

TVS Select Network Adds Impact News, Chef Roc, Money TV, Insider Exclusive, and Zoomed in on WatchYour.TV Platform, Powered by Tulix

More than 100 new episodes of current programming is being added to the TVS Select Network, one of 36 TVSMicroChannels.Com on the streaming ad supported free to view post cable network service. [PR.com]