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Yahoo
28-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
S.T.A.R.T. Launches Back-to-School Effort for Protecting Students Year-Round from Active Threats on Ohio School Buses
Ohio-based company's training empowers drivers to recognize, prevent, and respond to active threats as students return to school. CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With Ohio schools preparing for the return of students this fall, S.T.A.R.T. (School Transportation Active-Threat Response Training) is launching a targeted Back-to-School Active Threat Awareness Campaign to protect Ohio's 800,000+ daily student riders. The S.T.A.R.T. program trains drivers and transportation staff to recognize warning signs, de-escalate incidents, and conduct evasive maneuvers when necessary, filling a critical safety gap in school transportation. "This training is nothing short of exceptional, as the bus drivers, supervisors and aides truly appreciate the information and skills they acquire," said Dale L. Dickson, Director of the Licking County Educational Service Center. "I look forward to the day when S.T.A.R.T. training is mandated for every bus driver in Ohio, and in the nation,'' he added. "Back-to-school is just the beginning,'' said Jim Levine, CEO of S.T.A.R.T. "We're encouraging Ohio schools to build a year-round culture of readiness so every driver is prepared to protect students, whenever and wherever a threat may occur." Ohio law enforcement agencies are also encouraged to participate, reinforcing a coordinated community response to protecting students from active threats. Ohio districts interested in scheduling trainings can contact Maggie Verba at 216-245-3526 or visit for more details. About in 2015 by a former School Resource Officer who recognized a critical gap in student safety, S.T.A.R.T. (School Transportation Active-Threat Response Training) empowers school bus drivers and transportation staff to prevent, recognize, and respond to active threats. Based in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, S.T.A.R.T. operates nationwide and delivers proprietary, hands-on, scenario-based training grounded in real-world experience to school districts and transportation providers. The organization is comprised of active-duty and former law enforcement officers, SWAT team members, U.S. Secret Service personnel, crisis intervention specialists, and mental health professionals. S.T.A.R.T. supports a year-round culture of preparedness from the moment students board the bus to the moment they return home. S.T.A.R.T. is a sponsor of both the Ohio Association for Pupil Transportation (OAPT) and the National Association for Pupil Transportation (NAPT), reinforcing its commitment to student transportation safety at the state and national levels. Media Contact:Mike LawsonS.T.A.R.T. Communications DirectorCell: 513-432-2358Email: mike@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE S.T.A.R.T.
Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
START and Advarra Unite to Deliver Unmatched Speed, Quality, and Predictability for Early-Phase Oncology Trials
START enhances its global leadership by integrating Advarra's advanced regulatory and technology solutions, creating a seamlessly connected site network to accelerate trials and relieve pressure on the oncology drug development ecosystem SAN ANTONIO, July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The START Center for Cancer Research (START), the leading global community-based early-phase oncology research network, today announced a strategic partnership with Advarra, the premier provider of clinical research solutions for sites and institutions, including ethics oversight, technology, and consulting and professional services. This collaboration significantly advances START's leadership position in oncology research by creating an end-to-end, patient-centric clinical trial workflow across its growing network of sites, driving standardization, data efficiency, compliance, and consistent high quality. Through this strategic alliance, START's global site network will leverage Advarra's comprehensive portfolio of products and services. Advarra will be START's preferred provider for Independent Review Board (IRB) and Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC) services. Additionally, START will leverage new technologies that seamlessly integrate with Advarra's OnCore Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS), which supports over 85% of NCI-designated cancer centers and has been actively used to improve operational efficiency across START's network since 2024. Initially, START will deploy Advarra's CTMS-integrated electronic regulatory management system, called eReg, for end-to-end, secure management of regulatory documents across all sites participating in a trial. "Oncology drug development companies are under intense pressure to deliver innovative treatments to patients swiftly and reliably," said Nick Slack, MBE, Chairman and CEO of START. "By partnering with Advarra, we are building a truly interconnected ecosystem, leveraging the best technology and regulatory expertise in the industry, and adopting Advarra's standardized workflows and integrated platforms will significantly enhance our operational efficiency, compliance, and quality—ensuring that we not only accelerate the delivery of breakthrough therapies to patients but also uphold the highest standards of patient safety. We're proud to advance our mission with a partner equally committed to excellence." Implementation of Advarra's integrated solutions across START's global network is well underway, with OnCore and Advarra's IRB and IBC services already actively in use. This partnership marks a significant milestone in START's continued investment in infrastructure, operational excellence, and its mission of delivering "Hope Through Access," aimed at connecting patients, physicians, and advocacy groups with community-based cancer trials. "Advarra is honored to support START in fulfilling its mission of bringing cutting-edge cancer treatments to patients," said Gadi Saarony, CEO of Advarra. "With deep expertise in oncology research, decades-long partnerships with leading cancer centers, and a proven track record of delivering solutions for regulatory compliance and operational excellence, our role is to help remove barriers to research—streamlining the path from discovery to care. We're proud to partner with START as it expands its reach and impact around the world." About The START Center for Cancer Research Deeply rooted in community oncology centers globally, The START Center for Cancer Research provides access to specialized preclinical and early-phase clinical trials of novel anti-cancer agents. START sites have conducted over 1,000 early-phase trials, including studies for 45 therapies approved by the FDA or EMA. Representing the world's largest roster of early-phase Principal Investigators across ten clinical trial sites, START accelerates the journey from trials to treatments, delivering hope to patients, families, and physicians worldwide. Learn more at About Advarra Advarra breaks the silos that impede clinical research, aligning patients, sites, sponsors, and CROs in a connected ecosystem to streamline trials. Advarra is number one in research review services, a leader in site and sponsor technology, and is trusted by the top 50 global biopharma sponsors, top 20 CROs, and 50,000 site investigators worldwide. Advarra solutions enable collaboration, transparency, and efficiency to optimize trial operations, ensure patient safety and engagement, and reimagine clinical research while improving compliance. For more information, visit Media Contacts: STARTLauren Panco, VP Marketing | 609-216-4920 | Osborne, PR Consultant | lisa@ AdvarraMichelle Valentine, PR Consultant, michellevalentinepr@ / mediarelations@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The START Center for Cancer Research Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Associated Press
23-07-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
New Back-to-School Push Urges Nationwide Awareness and Action to Train School Bus Drivers for Active Threats
S.T.A.R.T. program empowers school bus drivers and transportation staff to identify, prevent, and respond immediately to active threats before they escalate. CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio, July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 25 million students ride the bus to school each day — yet most drivers have never been trained to respond to an active threat. That's about to change. S.T.A.R.T. (School Transportation Active-Threat Response Training) is launching a national Back-to-School effort to equip drivers and transportation teams with the training they need to recognize, prevent, and respond to active threats before police arrive. While most safety funding has traditionally focused on buildings, S.T.A.R.T. emphasizes that buses are rolling classrooms and deserve the same attention when it comes to active threat prevention and response. S.T.A.R.T.'s hands-on, scenario-based training equips drivers and transportation staff with the skills to recognize abnormal behavior, identify potential threats, and respond decisively in the critical moments before law enforcement arrives. More than 25 million students in grades K through 12 ride a school bus daily, on nearly half a million buses, making approximately 10 billion trips per year, according to the New York School Bus Contractors Association. 'School buses are often the first and last point of contact for students each day,' said Jim Levine, CEO of S.T.A.R.T. 'The bus driver, in essence, is the first responder. Our training ensures drivers and transportation teams are prepared to protect students and themselves, providing parents and school administrators with peace of mind.' S.T.A.R.T. helps school districts meet driver professional development requirements while reinforcing their duty to protect students from the moment they step on the bus until the moment they return home. Training can be scheduled year-round to accommodate bus driver availability, funding cycles and staff schedules. Law enforcement partners are also encouraged to participate, reinforcing a coordinated community response to protecting students from active threats. About S.T.A.R.T. Founded in 2015 by a former School Resource Officer who recognized a critical gap in student safety, S.T.A.R.T. (School Transportation Active-Threat Response Training) empowers school bus drivers and transportation staff to prevent, recognize, and respond to active threats. Based in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, S.T.A.R.T. operates nationwide and delivers hands-on, scenario-based training grounded in real-world experience to school districts and transportation providers. The organization is comprised of active-duty and former law enforcement officers, SWAT team members, U.S. Secret Service personnel, crisis intervention specialists, and mental health professionals. S.T.A.R.T. supports a year-round culture of preparedness from the moment students board the bus to the moment they return home. For more information, visit www. Media Contact Mike Lawson S.T.A.R.T. Communications Director Cell: 513-432-2358 Email: [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE S.T.A.R.T.
Economic Key
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- Economic Key
Suhoolah Unveils 'START' Auto Finance Program Offering up to EGP 7 Million, 7-Year Repayment Plans
As part of its ongoing efforts to promote financial inclusion and offer smart, flexible financing solutions, souhoola one of Egypt's leading consumer finance companies has announced the launch of its latest auto financing program, 'START', which is now considered one of the most powerful financing offerings in the market in terms of value, speed, and ease of process. 'START' program is aligned with souhoola's strategy to expand its service offering and deliver accessible and flexible financing solutions. It allows customers to own the car of their dreams with financing of up to 80% of the vehicle's value, with a credit decision issued within just one hour using only their national ID, making it one of the fastest financing systems currently available. Repayment terms extend up to 84 months (7 years), with financing amounts reaching EGP 7 million, positioning START as one of the highest-value programs in the market. To deliver a seamless and integrated customer experience, souhoola has partnered with a select group of trusted and certified car dealerships across Egypt, giving customers access to a wide range of high-quality options while simplifying and accelerating the purchase and financing process. The program targets a wide customer base, including salaried employees and self-employed individuals both new and existing clients. Eligibility criteria include an age range of 21 to 60 years for salaried employees, and up to 65 years for self-employed individuals at the time of loan maturity. START covers all types of new and used cars, with a minimum down payment of 20%, giving customers real flexibility in choosing a vehicle that fits their needs and budget. Commenting on the launch, Ahmed El-Shanawany, Managing Director of souhoola, commented: 'The launch of START is part of our strategic vision to provide innovative financial solutions that respond to the fast-changing dynamics of the Egyptian market while supporting national efforts to enhance financial inclusion. This program is designed to be more than just a financing product, it's an empowerment tool that delivers a flexible, instant, and secure experience, reflecting our continued commitment to innovation.' He added: 'At souhoola, we believe the future of financing lies in simplifying the experience and building trust and transparency. With START, we are redefining the auto financing journey in a way that resonates with the ambitions of the new generation of consumers, while reinforcing our position as a key player in the evolution of Egypt's consumer finance sector.' Mohamed Gamal, Chief Business Officer at souhoola, added: 'START is not just a financing solution, it's a real enabler that gives individuals the freedom to choose the car that matches their lifestyle, without extra burdens or complex processes. The program was developed based on in-depth market research to provide our clients with fast, flexible, and transparent financing that boosts their purchasing power and improves their quality of life. What sets START apart is its fully integrated value, from rapid approval and simple application to high financing limits and long repayment periods. At souhoola, we place customer needs at the heart of everything we do and START is a direct reflection of our deep understanding of their everyday challenges.' It is worth noting that souhoola was established in 2019 as a consumer finance company dedicated to offering technology-driven financial solutions that promote financial inclusion and improve the quality of life for Egyptians. Leveraging its financial and commercial expertise, souhoola develops innovative solutions that help individuals overcome growing economic challenges and enjoy a seamless and distinguished shopping experience. تم نسخ الرابط
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
OSF Healthcare now offering scalp cooling for cancer patients
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A new service being offered at OSF Healthcare is helping patients going through chemotherapy. It's called scalp cooling, and it's a first-of-its-kind service being offered in our area. It's a non-invasive, free treatment designed to reduce hair loss during chemotherapy. It works by lowering the temperature of your scalp down to 65 degrees before, during and after chemo. Scalp cooling helps cancer patients keep as much of their hair as possible, which in turn, helps their mental health. Our 2025 Remarkable Women winner, Patricia Cutiletta, had a huge part in bringing this service to our area. 'Well, it has nothing to do with vanity,' Cutiletta said. 'I had an oncologist who said to me, oh, that's for vain people. It's not. It's for people who want to preserve some sense of identity. It's for people who want to continue as much of their normal lifestyle as they can. And it's for people who want something that they can try and control.' The scalp cooling service is part of OSF Healthcare's START program. Which stands for survive, thrive and recover together. There's more than just scalp cooling. Patients can also get personalized care to help navigate their 'new normal' with confidence. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
