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The Union of Syrian Medical Relief Organizations (UOSSM) appeals to WHO and UNICEF for Urgent Mass Immunization Against Measles to Syrian Youngsters

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Washington, DC (PRWEB) June 27, 2013

An epidemic of measles is sweeping via parts of northern Syria, exactly where at least 7,000 men and women impacted simply because of the ongoing civil war, Due mostly to the disruption inflicted on vaccination applications, as reported by Physicians Without having Borders, in a report published on June 18th -2013. UOSSM calls upon the WHO and the UNICEF to urgently take into account administration of mass immunization plan to kids inside Syria and in the refugee camps. &#13

http://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/press/release.cfm?id=6820&ampcat=press-release

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Dr Yahia Rahim, a pediatrician and a member in UOSSM &amp Seo, who visited the liberated locations in Northern Syria , mentioned The quantity of young children infected by measles in Aleppo and its suburb has reached an alarming point. On a every day basis, had been seeing more than 200 young children with measles, and at times we’re treating situations of measless complication like encephalitis and pneumonia.

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Addressing the significance of instant mass immunization, Dr Rahim stated We need to act now to shield youngsters affected by the damage inflicted on the vaccination programs in Syria. Although measles is very contagious illness, it is preventable with the proper administration of the vaccine. It is imperative to have the medical international organizations like WHO, MSF, and UNICEF involved in the immunization campaign in order to ensure the adherence to the standardized criteria of vaccine storage and handling.

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UOSSM is prepared to coordinate with the WHO, UNICEF and MSF to ensure the suitable, potent, sterile, and effectively preserved administration of the vaccine. UOSSM views this immunization campaign as of crucial importance and would save thousands of lives.

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The UOSSM is coalition of humanitarian, non-governmental, and independent organizations, designed following the deadly events in Syria, to provide medical and humanitarian aid to Syrians. UOSSM was established by 14 health-related and relief organizations, and includes hundreds of physicians of mainly Syrian origins distributed in the United States, Canada, in Europe and in different Arab nations.

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Marine Business Cares Foundation Presents $125,000 to Youngsters In Distress and the Childrens Diagnostic & Remedy Center

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Fort Lauderdale, FL (PRWEB) June 13, 2013

The Marine Industry Cares Foundation (MICF) presented checks totaling $ 125,000 to their benefiting charities, Little ones in Distress and The Childrens Diagnostic &amp Treatment Center, at their 5th Annual Spin-A-Thon Thank You Party held recently. Guests at the Could 21st event hosted by Blue Martini in Fort Lauderdale, FL enjoyed cocktails, music and both a live and silent auction. The occasion was an opportunity for MICF to thank its corporate sponsors, the spinners and its corps of volunteers who contributed to the 5th Annual Spin-A-Thons success.

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This years Thank You Party not only celebrates the achievements of MICF, but also the men and women who produced the event achievable, our corporate sponsors, these who participated, the volunteers and most of all the excellent function of our charity partners KID and CDTC, mentioned Mole Telfer, Chairman of the Marine Sector Cares Foundation. We cant say a large adequate thank you to everyone who helped make the 5th Annual Spin-A-Thon such an amazing achievement. Hats off to all those who helped this year, he added.

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The Marine Industry Cares 5th Annual Spin-A-Thon, held on April 19th, was attended by a legion of more than 1,000 volunteers, supporters and spinners, community enthusiasts eager to support a good result in. The event raised over $ 150,000 for two charities that are generating a distinction in the lives of local children and households who require their solutions. Soon after occasion production and administrative costs a check of $ 75,000 was presented to Little ones in Distress and one particular for $ 50,000 to The Childrens Diagnostic &amp Treatment Center.

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MSC Cruises and Azamara Club Cruises generously donated two wonderful cruise packages for the Partys reside auction and the winning ticket for the MICF Scooter Raffle was also drawn on the evening. Gordon Connell, Executive Director of MICF said, The assistance from MSC, Azamara and from everyone who supported the raffle speaks volumes about our corporate and neighborhood backing. MICF sincerely appreciates how the organization, its mission and initiatives have been embraced and will continue to perform tough to make our neighborhood greater.

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Dr. Ana Calderon, Assistant Administrator for CDTC stated, Partnering with the Marine Market Cares Foundation, as a beneficiary of the 5th Annual Spin-A-Thon has really been a blessing to our organization and these helped through our mission. Their potential to reach across our neighborhood, foster unity and raise funds to support us and help our applications is significantly appreciated. Thank you everyone for your time, your help and your heart.

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Mark Dhooge, CEO of Youngsters in Distress stated, KID is honored to be a beneficiary of the MICF Spin-A-Thon for five years now. It by no means ceases to amaze me, how this occasion engages the community in support of our cause. KID would like to thank absolutely everyone for their incredible help and compassion. It is that type of dedication that not only ignites hope but directly impacts the lives of the kids and families we serve. You are making a difference.

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The Spin-A-Thon is presented by Cruise Sector Charitable Foundation (CICF), is a Winterfest sanctioned event and is also partnering after once again this year with Riverwalk Trust. Given that its inception in 2009, the occasion has raised over $ 500,000,

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The Marine Industry Cares Foundation is a local maritime market non-profit organization that brings the marine and local communities together by raising cash and awareness for local charities supporting kids and households. For more data, please check out http://www.MarineIndustryCares.org or connect to the Marine Industry Cares Foundation on Facebook and Twitter. (http://www.facebook.com/MarineIndustryCares http://www.twitter.com/MarineIndCares)

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Spend the Summer season with Bright Youngsters NYC

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New York, NY (PRWEB) June 04, 2013

Bright Kids NYC has developed a comprehensive 1-on-1 Kindergarten Readiness plan obtainable for youngsters ages 3.5-five years and a Kindergarten Readiness Class offered to students getting into Kindergarten in September 2013. The program builds the core abilities necessary for accomplishment in kindergarten, and was made using the Widespread Core State Requirements Initiatives, as properly as ideas from a quantity of teachers, college administrators, and studying specialists. They will be working with a customized curriculum and certified contracted teachers with a preschool and/or kindergarten teaching background. The 1-on-1program includes an initial diagnostic, Core Ideas Workbook, and seven or nine 45-minute sessions. The class contains an initial diagnostic five 90 minute classes at the Vibrant Kids workplace in Downtown Manhattan.

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Research show that approximately one third of a child’s intellectual skills will be developed by age six. The Summer Preschool program exposes students to a variety of experiences developed to aid build their foundational expertise. The program is outstanding for academic enrichment and serves as an introduction for kids hunting to at some point take the OLSAT

Altering Lives, One Smile at a Time: Orthodontists Throughout Virginia Ready to Offer Healthier, Confident Smiles to Youngsters in Require

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Richmond, VA (PRWEB) June 04, 2013

A childs joyful smile is contagious. Nevertheless, some kids are afraid to smile due to the fact they are embarrassed by their teeth. In todays economy, this circumstance can be heartbreaking for households who do not have the resources to spend the full cost of orthodontic treatment but may not qualify for other kinds of assistance.

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Thanks to numerous Virginia area orthodontists, and national access-to-care orthodontic plan, Smiles Adjust Lives (SCL), certified households have an chance to aid their children receive braces at a fraction of the expense.

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Over 35 Virginia location orthodontists have partnered with SCL to supply orthodontic care to children who cannot afford treatment and may possibly not qualify for other help. Participating orthodontists generously donate their time and talent to treat SCL authorized sufferers in their communities. (To view the list of SCL orthodontists please check out the SCL Provider Directory.) We realize that residents of Virginia have access to orthodontic remedy as element of the states Medicaid system. However, we think there could be some families who dont qualify for state help whom we could assist. In partnership with SCL orthodontists, we want to give a ‘hand up’ to qualified households by supplying them an opportunity to offer their youngsters with the healthful, confident smiles that they deserve,” indicates Stephanie Leith, Marketing and advertising Coordinator for Smiles Adjust Lives.

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SCL demands that every single approved household make a financial investment of $ 600 to reinforce their commitment to each remedy itself and to the rules and care instructions offered by their assigned orthodontist. In addition, by creating this financial contribution, families are making certain that SCL continues to be obtainable to aid other youngsters and families. In this way, each loved ones is really paying it forward to the next youngster in line for remedy.

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In order to qualify for the program, applicants need to meet the following specifications: