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BAPTIST HEALTH FOUNDATION PRESENTS ENDOWED CHAIR CEREMONY FOR MANMEET S. AHLUWALIA, M.D.
September 29, 2023– Manmeet S. Ahluwalia, M.D., MBA, FASCO, Chief of Medical Oncology, Chief Scientific Officer and Deputy Director of Miami Cancer Institute and Baptist Health Cancer Care, part of Baptist Health, was installed as the Fernandez Family Foundation Endowed Chair in Cancer Research in a ceremony and dinner on September 28, 2023, hosted by Miguel (Mike) and Constance Fernandez in Coral Gables, Florida. The program was led by Bo Boulenger, president and CEO of Baptist Health; Joe Natoli, EVP and chief administrative officer of Baptist Health; Alex Villoch, CEO of Baptist Health Foundation; and Michael Zinner, M.D., CEO and executive medical director of Miami Cancer Institute and Baptist Health Cancer Care.
The endowed chair was established in 2022 with a $2 million gift from the Miguel B. Fernandez Family Foundation, part of a $5 million grant to Baptist Health Foundation that will support other cancer research initiatives and clinical trials at the Institute.
“We are thrilled to be a part of this important occasion supporting Dr. Ahluwalia’s vision at Miami Cancer Institute,” said Alex Villoch. “The generosity of the Fernandez Family Foundation will have an enormous impact on cancer research, benefiting our patients and community today and for decades to come.”
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MIND-BODY MEDICINE CLINICALLY PROVEN TO HELP TREAT ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION IN CANCER SURVIVORS
New $125M Memorial Cancer Institute designed with mindful spaces and a soothing environment to boost patients’ recovery and healing
September 27, 2023 –A recent report in the Journal of Clinical Oncology reveals that global cancer rates are on the rise, but there’s a silver lining. Survival rates are steadily improving. By 2040, it’s estimated that approximately 26 million people in the United States will have surpassed the critical five-year milestone in their cancer journey. However, the mental well-being of this growing community of cancer survivors is emerging as a prominent concern. To offer relief, a new set of national guidelines recommends that cancer patients use mind-body techniques to ease anxiety and depression during and after treatment as part of integrative medical approach to care.
One of the authors of this important article is Ashwin Mehta, MD, Medical Director of Memorial Healthcare System’s Integrative Medicine program who leads Memorial Cancer Institute’s Integrative Cancer Survivorship Program. He also formed part of the Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO) and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) expert panel who created these clinical practice guidelines based on a summary of scientific research and clinical trials. These experts encourage the use of mindfulness techniques and other integrative therapies to help adults dealing with cancer manage their feelings of anxiety and depression. Their detailed set of guidelines, which can be found in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, carefully describe how well techniques like yoga, relaxation exercises, hypnosis, acupuncture, and music therapy, work in reducing anxiety and depression during cancer treatment.
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NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S YOUNG AMBASSADORS HOSTED ‘MIDNIGHT IN PARIS’ THEMED FASHION SHOW TO RAISE FUNDS FOR NEW SURGICAL TOWER
October 3, 2023 – Last week, Nicklaus Children’s Young Ambassadors hosted the 10th annual Fashion Gives Back Fashion Show at Jungle Island for an evening of fashion, fun and fundraising in support of the Kenneth C. Griffin Surgical Tower and healthcare institutes at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. The new five-story, 127,000-square-foot surgical tower is set to open in 2024 and will provide world-class quality surgical care to patients in South Florida and beyond.
The “Midnight in Paris” themed celebration was emceed by NBC 6 news anchor Sheli Muñiz. Attendees came out in full force to support the patients and families of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, wearing Parisian-inspired outfits and dancing the night away while helping raise funds in style. During the program, guests enjoyed a special Saks Fifth Avenue runway fashion show with must-have trends of the season, while sampling delectable delights and sipping cocktails.
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STUDY REVEALS HIGH ACCURACY OF MR-GUIDED RADIOTHERAPY FOR INTRACRANIAL STEREOTACTIC RADIOSURGERY
October 2, 2023 – A new study, led by radiation oncology physicists at Miami Cancer Institute, part of Baptist Health South Florida, displayed positive results using intracranial stereotactic radiosurgery, also known as SRS, for an MR-guided radiotherapy system. The study, ‘Commissioning Intracranial Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) for an MR-guided Radiotherapy (MRgRT) system: MR-RT Localization and Dosimetric End-to-End Validation’ published in the International Journal of Radiation Oncology – Biology – Physics (IJROBP),highlights positive accuracy through an end-to-end hidden target test to quantify the imaging, planning, and delivery coincidence of an MR Linac system, ViewRay MRIdian.
Kathryn Mittauer, Ph.D., lead physicist for the MR-guided radiation therapy program with Miami Cancer Institute, was the first author of this study. Mittauer explains the team developed an in-house MR head phantom to simulate stereotactic radiosurgery for brain tumors. Specifically, the study simulated intracranial spherical targets, an irregularly shaped target, and a target abutting brainstem.
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PALM BEACH GARDENS MEDICAL CENTER EXPANDS ROBOTIC SURGICAL CAPABILITIES WITH ACQUISITION OF ROSA ROBOT
October 3, 2023 – Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center announces an advancement in its surgical technology with the acquisition of the ROSA® Robotics Knee System, manufactured by Zimmer Biomet. This latest addition to the hospital’s robot fleet further solidifies its commitment to providing patients with minimally invasive surgical options.
The ROSA® Robotics Knee System is a medical device designed to enhance the precision and efficiency for knee replacement. It combines advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to assist surgeons accurately during surgeries. With its capabilities, the ROSA® Robotics Knee System has the ability to improve patient outcomes, reduce recovery times, and minimize the risk of complications. It also does not require CT scans potentially saving money for the patient and radiation exposure.
The first surgery was performed by Dr. Havey Montijo Jr., on Wednesday, September 27th, 2023, with a positive outcome.
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TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL NAMED A 2023 TAMPA BAY INNO AWARD HONOREE BY THE TAMPA BAY BUSINESS JOURNAL
Tampa General is being recognized for its partnership with the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council to expand and advance Tampa’s Medical and Research District.
September 29, 2023 –Tampa General Hospital (TGH) has been named a 2023 Tampa Bay Inno Award honoree by the Tampa Bay Business Journal. Tampa General is one of 23 local organizations honored this year and is recognized in the Partnerships category for its innovative collaboration with the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council (EDC) to develop and expand Tampa’s burgeoning Medical and Research District, which was first announced earlier this year.
“Transforming the region’s health care landscape into a hub for innovation, research and technology is critical and partnering with the Tampa Bay EDC was an important step in ensuring that we are able to do just that,” said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital. “Tampa is one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation and this recognition is a testament to how our organization and partners have consistently risen to the challenge of anticipating and meeting the needs of the communities and populations we serve as they’ve rapidly evolved.”
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NEW RESEARCH FROM SYLVESTER CANCER STRIVES TO HELP RADIATION ONCOLOGISTS, OTHER CLINICIANS ANSWER CRITICAL QUESTION
Sylvester researchers, Eric Mellon, MD, PhD (left,) and Kaylie Cullison, an MD/PhD student who is conducting her PhD research in Dr. Mellon’s laboratory, used sophisticated analytical and machine learning tools, including a linear fitting model to test their prediction theory on a prospective cohort of glioblastoma patients undergoing chemoradiation for their cancers. Photo by Sylvester
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 – Is it true progression or pseudoprogression in tumor growth?
That’s the critical question for radiation and medical oncologists treating patients with glioblastoma, the most common and aggressive form of brain cancer. Distinguishing between these types of progression is vitally important for treatment management.
“Knowing if it’s true progression, indicative of a poor response to treatment, or pseudoprogression, a favorable response that may look worse due to swelling or tumor necrosis, is essential for clinicians,” said Eric Mellon, MD, PhD, a radiation oncologist and researcher with Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. “That knowledge can guide us in adjusting current treatment in real time.”
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CLEVELAND CLINIC RESEARCHERS DEVELOP NEW MODEL FOR PRIORITIZING LUNG TRANSPLANT CANDIDATES
Study shows new approach could more accurately reflect which patients urgently need a transplant and reduce deaths
September 29, 2023 – A team from Cleveland Clinic has developed a new model for prioritizing patients waiting for a lung transplant, aimed at improving outcomes and reducing deaths among those in need of donor lungs. The new method offers an improved strategy for organ allocation by taking into account how the time a patient has spent on the waiting list could impact the severity of their disease and the urgency of their need for a transplant.
The results of a study looking at this new method were published today in The American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.
Currently, lung transplant candidates are ranked by a scoring equation called the Composite Allocation Score (CAS). Candidates are assigned a number based on factors including how stable they are while waiting, chances of survival after receiving a new organ, and how easily they can be matched for available organs. Those with the highest scores are given priority and offered donor lungs first. However, the scores are based on tests given twice a year at transplant centers. That means that unless a patient’s health suddenly and drastically changes, their score will remain the same for at least six months.
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MINI-GRANT APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW FOR HEALTH-BOOSTING COMMUNITY PROJECTS
Up to $3,750 each available for organizations that will tackle tobacco, blood pressure, nutrition or cardiac emergency responses
October 3, 2023 – Dylan Brooks knew the scary truth from his 13 years of experience as a certified nursing assistant: people who identify as LGBTQ+ face higher risks for cardiac arrest and stroke. When he saw the American Heart Association open grant applications in Fall 2022 for AEDs and cardiac emergency response plans, he knew Compass LGBTQ+ Community Center, where he’s the Director of HIV Prevention and Education, needed to apply.
“Thanks to this grant, we’ve been able to get CPR and Basic Life Support training and certifications for our staff, key volunteers and group leaders,” Brooks said. “Every year, more than 25,000 people come to the Compass Center because it’s a supportive and safe place to be – having this training makes us an even safer place in cases of cardiac emergency.”
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HEALTH CARE DISTRICT HOLDS RIBBON CUTTING FOR NEW DELRAY HEALTH CENTER
October 2, 2023 — The Health Care District of Palm Beach County invites the media to a ribbon cutting ceremony next Monday, October 10th at its Delray Community Health Center, one of the healthcare system’s 10 community health center locations across the county. The ribbon cutting officially marks the health center’s relocation this summer to a new larger, modern facility across the street from the previous location in the Florida Department of Health building. This location will also expand the Health Care District’s outpatient addiction treatment program and provide psychiatric care to adults struggling with mental health issues and substance use disorders. Florida Atlantic University’s Psychiatry Residency Program will also be serving patients at this location as a part of the residents’ training.
As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), the Delray Community Health Center accepts all adult patients with or without insurance and regardless of ability to pay. Services include adult primary medical care, dental care, behavioral health care, outpatient addiction treatment, women’s health care, on-site pharmacy and referrals for labs, diagnostics and specialty care. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (561) 642-1000.
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AMA ANNOUNCES 2023 JOY IN MEDICINE RECOGNIZED ORGANIZATIONS
OCTOBER 3, 2023 — The American Medical Association (AMA) today announced 72 health systems, hospitals and medical groups have earned national distinction as 2023 Joy in Medicine™ recognized organizations.
The prestigious AMA recognition is presented to eligible organizations dedicated to preserving the well-being of physicians through proven efforts to reduce system-level drivers of work-related burnout.
“The organizations designated by the AMA’s Joy in Medicine Health System Recognition Program set a national example as leaders in a movement declaring the well-being of physicians an essential element for providing high-quality care,” said AMA President Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, M.D., M.P.H. “Each organization recognized by the program is fighting the root causes of burnout in the health care workforce and creating a culture of wellness that makes a difference in the lives of physicians and the care they provide to patients.”
Since its inception in 2019, the Joy in Medicine Health System Recognition Program has recognized the achievements of more than 100 organizations nationwide. Each organization’s recognition status is valid for two years. This year, 37 organizations renewed their recognition from a previous year, demonstrating a continued dedication to the program. There are 35 organizations that earned recognition from the program for the first time. These 2023 organizations join a strong cohort of currently recognized organizations from the 2022 program.
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EXPERIENCE HOW THE ARTS CAN IMPROVE YOUR BRAIN HEALTH IN OCTOBER
Palm Health Foundation to offer free events during its October 2023 Train the Brain campaign to show how creative and expressive art experiences can change the brain, body, and behavior, leading to better overall health.
Palm Beach County, FL–Palm Health Foundation’s seventh annual Train the Brain community health campaign kicks off on October 1, 2023, with the theme, “Advancing Wellness Through the Neuroarts.” Three free community events will demonstrate the connections between the brain, body, and behavior while celebrating Palm Beach County’s local arts and culture community. The enlightening and interactive events include an art show and symposium demonstrating how local students are connecting to their mental and emotional wellness through art expression, , a lunch and learn about the impact of art in public places on community wellness, and a sing-along revealing how our brains react to music.
The goal of Train the Brain is to help Palm Beach County residents understand that taking care of the brain is just as important as taking care of the body. By sharing experiences in the Neuroarts—the study of how the brain and body respond to art—Palm Health Foundation is demonstrating how accessible this form of self-care can be to everyone.
“The arts are all around us, especially in a community as culturally rich as Palm Beach County,” said Patrick McNamara, president and CEO of Palm Health Foundation. “The beautiful imagery in our museums and street art, and the music presented on local stages and in our churches bring us joy. We’re making the connection to how the arts can benefit our health and wellness by providing free, first-hand experiences to learn about their impact on our brains, bodies, and the wellbeing of our community.”
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MAYO CLINIC’S AI INNOVATION INSPIRES HOPE IN EARLY DETECTION OF PANCREATIC CANCER
Algorithm seeks to address ‘last-mile’ barrier by identifying disease when cure still possible
October 2, 2023 – ROCHESTER, Minn. — Estimated to become the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. by 2030, pancreatic cancer has a grim prognosis with nearly 70% of patients facing mortality within the first year of diagnosis. Unfortunately, 40% of small pancreatic cancers elude detection on CT scans until they’ve advanced to an incurable stage.
This creates a critical “last-mile” barrier for early detection efforts where, in most patients — including those high-risk subjects undergoing active screening — imaging detects the cancer at a stage when a cure is unlikely. This makes imaging the final frontier in the quest for early cancer detection.
In a recent breakthrough, Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers used the world’s most extensive imaging dataset to build a versatile artificial intelligence (AI) model that has shown the potential for autonomous detection of pancreatic cancer on standard CTs when surgical intervention can still promise a cure.
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AMERICAN ACADEMY OF NURSING ANNOUNCES 2023 ELECTION RESULTS
President-Elect, Treasurer, Board of Directors, and Committee Members will Assume Leadership Positions Following Academy’s Annual Business Meeting
Washington, DC -October 2, 2023– The American Academy of Nursing (Academy) announces its election results for President-Elect, Treasurer, Board of Directors, Fellow Selection Committee, and Nominating Committee.
“The Academy is pleased to announce the following Fellows, elected by their peers, will assume leadership positions within the organization following the Annual Business Meeting on October 7 taking place at the 2023 Health Policy Conference,” said Academy President Kenneth R. White, PhD, AGACNP, ACHPN, FACHE, FAAN. “Throughout my term as President, I have been inspired by the expertise within the Fellowship as well as our collective ability to impact health policy. I applaud the Nominating Committee for their exceptional work to slate individuals for this election that are dedicated to the Academy’s values of equity, diversity, inclusivity, inquiry, integrity, and courage. I am confident our newly elected leaders will continue to champion the Academy in pursuit of these values and the advancement of health equity.”
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CMS REQUESTS PUBLIC INPUT ON COVERAGE OF OVER-THE-COUNTER PREVENTIVE SERVICES, INCLUDING CONTRACEPTION, TOBACCO CESSATION, AND BREASTFEEDING SUPPLIES
September 29, 2023 – The Departments of Health and Human Services, Labor, and the Treasury (the Departments) are seeking public input on how best to ensure coverage and access to over-the-counter (OTC) preventive services, including the benefits of requiring most health insurance plans to cover these services at no cost and without a prescription by a health care provider. This new Request for Information (RFI) solicits comment on access to a range of OTC items recommended by experts for preventive care that can be purchased without a prescription, including contraceptives, tobacco smoking cessation products, folic acid during pregnancy, and breastfeeding supplies.
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HEALTHCARE NETWORK TO BEGIN RENOVATIONS ON MARION E. FETHER MEDICAL CENTER IN IMMOKALEE
Improving patient access to an underserved community
September 29, 2023 – Healthcare Network, a nonprofit health center working to ensure primary care is accessible to everyone, is set to begin renovations on its first comprehensive medical center, Marion E. Fether (MEF), which opened in Immokalee in 1993.
“It’s an exciting time for our organization to begin modernizing and improving Marion E. Fether, which has been a staple in Immokalee for a very long time, providing care to countless families throughout the years,” said Jamie Ulmer, Healthcare Network president and CEO. “It is time for the building to reflect the top-notch care patients receive.”
The renovations, which will begin in early 2024, are expected to cost $3 to $4 million and will improve access to care through effective utilization of space for more patient rooms, increase staff productivity with updated technology and enhance the patient experience with a new layout. Built to address the growing medical needs of the Immokalee community, MEF provides underinsured and uninsured families and individuals with quality, patient-centered care including adult and senior care, x-ray and lab, dental, specialty services focused on HIV and infectious diseases as well as an in-house pharmacy.
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WILTON MANORS POLICE DEPARTMENT LAUNCHES SAFE PLACE PROGRAM
Wilton Manors, Florida – October 1, 2023 – Today, the Wilton Manors Police Department (WMPD) launched the Safe Place Program in partnership with local businesses to provide safe places for residents and visitors who have been victims of hate, bias, and harassment to report crimes if they don’t feel comfortable coming forward to the police department.
“I’m incredibly proud of all the WMPD officers and local businesses who have worked tirelessly to bring this needed service to our Island City community,” said WMPD Chief Gary Blocker. “We understand that reporting a crime to authorities can be nerve-wracking. This program aims to make the process a little easier and help strengthen our commitment to making sure Life’s Just Better and Safer Here.”
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THE CLUB AT RENAISSANCE TO HOST ‘THE AUTUMN CLASSIC’
The golf tournament will provide funding for Golisano Children’s Hospital Pediatric Neurosurgery program
FORT MYERS, Fla. – October 2, 2023 – The Club at Renaissance in Fort Myers will host “The Autumn Classic” golf tournament Thursday, Oct. 26 with a shotgun start at 1 p.m.
Proceeds will support critical care needs within Golisano Children’s Hospital’s pediatric neurosurgery program. The new program, a collaboration with Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, will help diagnose and treat children with diseases of the brain, spine and nerves. These services will allow children who have neurological conditions that require surgery to receive that high level of care at Golisano Children’s Hospital instead of traveling outside of the area to larger cities, like Miami or St. Petersburg, reducing stress on the child and their family.
Participants in the tournament will receive a first-class day on the championship-level private course at The Club at Renaissance, gourmet lunch and dinner buffets as well as on-course beverages, live entertainment and the opportunity to participate in live and silent auctions featuring dining experiences, trips and travel, airline certificates and high-value sports memorabilia.
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DIGITAL AUTISM SCREENING TOOL SHOWS PROMISE IN NIH-FUNDED STUDY
Improving accuracy of screening would reduce disparities in early diagnosis and intervention.
October 2, 2023 – A tablet-based screening application for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may improve early detection, suggests a study funded by the National Institutes of Health. Early detection is critical for access to early interventions that can have major long-term positive effects on symptoms and later skills. The app showed 87.8% sensitivity for detecting ASD, meaning it correctly identified most children with the condition. Its specificity—the percentage of children without ASD who screened negative—was 80.8%. By accurately identifying toddlers who warrant further investigation for ASD, the app may help healthcare providers ensure that children and families receive the support they need.
Healthcare providers typically screen toddlers for ASD using a parent questionnaire. However, studies have found that the accuracy of such questionnaires tends to be lower in primary care settings compared to research settings, particularly among girls and children of color. This can widen disparities in early diagnosis and intervention.
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SMALL STUDY IDENTIFIES BRAIN REGION ASSOCIATED WITH BREATHING FAILURE FOLLOWING SEIZURES
Researchers identified a site in the amygdala critical to breathing loss following a seizure. The purple and blue region represents a probability map of the region linked to persistent apnea, based on data from 20 subjects with uncontrolled epilepsy. Dlouhy lab, University of Iowa
Seizure activity in the amygdala may help explain sudden unexpected death in epilepsy.
OCTOBER 3, 2023 – A research team supported by the National Institutes of Health has identified a part of the brain that may be associated with breathing failure following a seizure in people with severe epilepsy that cannot be controlled with medication. The condition, known as sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP), is the leading cause of death in this patient population. The new findings, by researchers at the University of Iowa, Iowa City, and published in JCI Insight, may play a critical role in understanding SUDEP, for which causes are not well-explained.
Most cases of SUDEP are thought to be due to loss of breathing that occurs after a seizure ends, known as postictal apnea. The study found that individuals who experience postictal apnea lose a sense of “air hunger” – the primal urge to breathe – or alarm, suggesting that the brain may be unable to detect and respond to rising carbon dioxide (CO2) levels in the blood when the apnea occurs.
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Join healthcare (pharma/medtech) and life sciences experts as well as governmental agencies such as the FDA and hospital/healthcare buyers for this year’s special sessions organized by the Life Sciences Industrial Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Symposium at the 8th Annual Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE) dedicated to Life Sciences, Innovation & Technology - October 4 & 5, 2023 at the Broward County Convention Center. For more information, please visit FITCExpo.com or email: pisaac@broward.org.
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TRULIEVE ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT OF PRESIDENT STEVE WHITE
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Oct. 2, 2023 — Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF) (“Trulieve” or “the Company”), a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the United States, today announced Steve White is stepping down as the Company’s President, effective as of October 1, 2023. Mr. White will continue to serve as a strategic advisor to the Company until his anticipated retirement at the end of this year.
Mr. White co-founded Harvest Health & Recreation (“Harvest”) in 2011 and served as its Chief Executive Officer until the acquisition of the company by Trulieve. As an early pioneer in the U.S. legal cannabis industry, Mr. White led Harvest as it grew from a single dispensary to become one of the top multi-state operators with cultivation, manufacturing, and retail operations in several markets. Following the Harvest acquisition, Mr. White was appointed President of the Company.
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VERANO RECEIVES CONDITIONAL APPROVAL TO LIST ON THE CBOE CANADA
CHICAGO, Oct. 03, 2023 — Verano Holdings Corp. (CSE: VRNO) (OTCQX: VRNOF) (“Verano” or the “Company”), a leading multi-state cannabis company, today announced that it has received conditional approval from Canada’s Neo Exchange Inc., operating as Cboe Canada (“Cboe Canada”), to list its Class A subordinate voting shares (the “Shares”).
Upon listing the Shares on Cboe Canada, the Company plans to delist the Shares from the Canadian Securities Exchange. The transition to Cboe Canada does not require the Company to recapitalize or undertake any corporate restructuring. The Shares will continue trading in Canada on the Cboe Canada under the same symbol “VRNO” and in the U.S. on the OTCQX under the same symbol “VRNOF.” Trading of the Company’s securities is not expected to be disrupted in any way and current shareholders do not need to take any action.
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Over 848,000 Patients in Florida are using Cannabis as their Medicine FOR LATEST OMMU REPORTS FROM OFFICE OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA USE IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA HERE Highlights from SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 PDF OF REPORT
BY THE NUMBERS Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card):
Sept 29 2023- 848,942 Sept 22 2023- 846,585
Sept 15 2023- 845,249 Sept 8 2023- 844,148
Sept 1 2023- 842,512 Aug 25 2023- 841,580
Patients Added Last Week: 2,357
Qualified Ordering Physicians: 2,678
New Doctors added Last Week: 17 Reporting Period:
Sept 22 - Sept 28 2023 Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 334,684,907
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 2,905,846 Amount of Marijuana in a Form for Smoking (oz) 105,056.488 Approved Dispensing Locations: 590 Added Last Week: 0 |
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