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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Total Ancillary Joins Forces with WoundGenex
Alliance to Raise Administrative Support Standards for Wound Care Professionals Nationwide DALLAS, May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Providers now will have access to additional support services, thanks to an alliance between leading wound care solutions provider Total Ancillary and WoundGenex, a trusted name in wound care associated administrative services. The partnership enhances Total Ancillary's ability to deliver an end-to-end ecosystem of support from patient scheduling to treatment, coding, billing and reimbursement. 'We aim to significantly and continuously improve wound care for providers and their patients, and our alliance with WoundGenex will enable us to do that on an even deeper level,' said Joe Smithco, chief sales officer at Total Ancillary. 'This partnership represents our shared commitment to provider success. Together, we're delivering smarter, more integrated support across the wound care continuum. By optimizing the back-office details, we enable clinicians to focus more on patient care.' WoundGenex offers tailored administrative services designed to help providers improve workflow efficiency, reduce claim denials and support clinical accuracy. The company's robust suite of solutions complements Total Ancillary's expanding portfolio of skin substitutes, digital tools and services. Effective revenue cycle management not only increases cash flow — it also shortens the time between claims submissions and payments, enhances the patient experience, and helps reduce coding-related errors and fraud, all of which support a more stable and efficient clinical environment. By joining forces, Total Ancillary and WoundGenex are helping to bridge the gap between clinical outcomes and operational performance. Providers can now benefit from seamless access to additional tools that support documentation accuracy, streamline revenue cycle processes, and maintain alignment with evolving payer expectations. 'At WoundGenex, we believe great clinical care and patient outcomes should never be compromised by administrative burden. We're proud to align with Total Ancillary to deliver a comprehensive suite of solutions that enhance financial performance and operational efficiency at every level,' said Tom Smith, CEO of WoundGenex. 'Together, we're raising the bar for revenue cycle management and clinical documentation improvement in wound care — empowering providers nationwide to deliver better care with greater confidence. The integration of services is already underway and available to Total Ancillary's national client base.' About Total AncillaryAn end-to-end wound care management company, Total Ancillary is committed to improving the care continuum by supporting healthcare providers with customized technology, highly advanced products, and streamlined administrative services. Through its proprietary Healthview360™ software, Total Ancillary provides innovative, seamless solutions to streamline clinic operations and support care delivery. The company also offers a comprehensive range of advanced skin substitutes designed for various wound types and healing stages. Total Ancillary has a widespread subscriber base with main offices in Dallas, Texas, and Atlanta, Georgia. For more information, visit About WoundGenexFounded in 2014 in Tampa, Florida, WoundGenex is a wound care-focused administrative services company specializing in revenue cycle management (RCM) and clinical documentation improvement (CDI). With a team of experts and a mission to support wound care practitioners through tailored solutions, WoundGenex enables efficient practice operations and accurate reimbursement pathways. For more information, visit Media Contact:Rose MooreVP of in to access your portfolio
NZ Herald
22-05-2025
- Sport
- NZ Herald
On the Up: Halberg Foundation launch ‘Make Play Possible' to help kids with disabilities play sport
But the costs are making it more difficult for people to participate, and Halberg Foundation chief executive Tom Smith is desperate to change that. ' Sir Murray said that everyone should have the opportunity to play sport,' said Smith. 'We're still failing them because there's still thousands of young people out there that just aren't getting the opportunity to participate in sport. 'If you're not actively participating in sport or you're not part of a team or a group of people, you're going to lack self-confidence. These opportunities that people miss in sport, they lead to lack of ... opportunities in life.' Isabel Venter is an example of a child who has benefited from the Halberg Activity Fund grant. She was born with an upper limb difference and, with the support of Halberg, she managed to participate in the Games and start riding lessons. 'I really like being around the horses,' said Isabel. 'It makes me feel happy, calm and relaxed. When I first started I was quite weak and couldn't do everything I wanted to, but I'm getting stronger. 'I really enjoyed Halberg Games because I could compete with other people with the same limb difference as me. 'My favourite part was the rock climbing because it exercises both of my arms. I loved the experience, and I hope I can go again.' Despite all that, Smith is pleased to see the number of kids benefiting from taking part in events like the Halberg Games, which is proving to be a stepping stone to further success. He highlights the success of wheelchair racers Jaden Movold and Sarah James, who have benefited from participating. 'It's also about the kids coming to the Halberg Games for the very first time,' said Smith. 'These are children who often aren't picked for Aims Games or rep teams. They're the ones left behind in class when their peers get to put on the Auckland Blues jersey or the green of Manawatu. 'They're left out, and for them, the Halberg Games might be the first time they're away from home without their parents. 'It could be the first time they're managing their own medication, and it becomes a real coming-of-age experience. 'I always say to people that we talk about creating moments of joy, but the finish line at the Halberg Games is just this amazing place of humanity.'
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pay It Forward: Thriving Families and Community raising funds to help kids attend summer camp
The Brief Thriving Families and Community raising funds for summer camp Program supports children with educators and foster parents Community initiative supports local students BURTONSVILLE, Md. - A before-and-after-care program at Burtonsville Elementary School is working to ensure children thrive by providing support from educators and foster parents. Thriving Families and Community aims to create an environment for students to grow and is currently raising funds to sponsor children for summer camp. Founder and Executive Director Tom Smith joined FOX 5 on Wednesday and was surprised by the Pay It Forward team! Easterns Automotive Group donated $2,200 to the organization to help them continue their special mission. MORE PAY IT FORWARD STORIES If you know someone who should be featured on Pay It Forward, you can nominate them at wttgpayitforward@ In your email, be sure to include who they are and why they deserve to be recognized. The Source Information in this article comes from Thriving Families and Community.
Grazia USA
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Grazia USA
Medium-Length Hairstyles To Look 10 Years Younger
Photo credit: Shutterstock Ready to give your hair a fresh start this summer? Let's face it: mid-length hair after 50 isn't going anywhere, and for good reason. It's timeless, flattering, and easy to style without looking stuck in a rut. If you want a hairstyle that's modern, fresh, and dynamic (without spending hours on upkeep), this is your season to shine. So, why is medium-length hair after 50 so appealing? For starters, it strikes the perfect balance: not too long or too short, which means it's versatile enough to play with volume, texture, and style. Plus, it gently softens facial features, lending a youthful, approachable vibe to anyone brave enough to try something new. This summer, the 'midi flick' is topping trend lists everywhere. If you haven't heard the buzz yet, stylist Tom Smith chatted with the team at Woman & Home to explain why this look is the ultimate age-defying move for those 50 and up. Midi Flick: The Go-To Cut for Youthful Style This style is basically a longer bob with slightly flicked, tapered ends, and it's designed to rejuvenate, not age. The midi flick sits around your collarbone, hugging the contours of your face. This instantly softens the jawline and lifts the head for a sophisticated, fresh look. It plays nicely with volume, which is key when you're aiming for youthful energy. Wondering how to style it? Tom Smith suggests wearing this cut with soft, tousled waves, which add movement. If you're blessed with natural curls, flaunt them because they really bring this style to life. Need a little more flair? Try a texturizing spray to give hair that modern, perfectly-imperfect finish. Photo credit: Shutterstock This summer, three chic medium-length bobs are making waves: the broom bob, the lifted bob, and the butterfly bob. Each offers a flattering update for different hair types and face shapes. The Broom Bob features a sleek, straight silhouette with slightly feathered ends that frame the face. Its clean structure adds polish while maintaining a natural flow. Ideal for a minimalist yet bold look, it delivers an instant glow-up with a sharp center or side part. The Lifted Bob brings volume and movement to the roots. This airy, tousled style creates a lifted effect, making facial features appear more defined and radiant. It's perfect for fine or limp hair that needs a boost. The Butterfly Bob, inspired by the butterfly haircut, blends soft layers around the face with a sculpted shape at the nape. Feminine and fresh, it offers a breezy boho twist that breaks away from traditional, rigid bobs. **Fini Le Carré Dégradé, La Coupe 'Midi Flick' Est La Coiffure Parfaite Pour Rajeunir De 10 Ans Après 50 Ans** This article first appeared on – Author: Ines Real topics: bob haircut, midi flick, beauty over 50, Hairstyles
The Guardian
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Edith Bowman and her mother look back: ‘My Scottish accent got me professional knockbacks, but I'm so glad I didn't have elocution lessons'
Born in Fife in 1974, broadcaster Edith Bowman started her radio career while doing communication studies at Queen Margaret University College in Edinburgh. Her first on-screen job was as a news presenter for MTV UK in the early 00s. Top of the Pops, royal wedding coverage, the Baftas and shows on BBC Radio 1, Radio 2 and 6 Music followed. Soundtracking, the film and music podcast she launched in 2016, is available on all providers. She is married to Tom Smith of the band Editors, has two children and lives in Gloucestershire. This picture was taken at Circus World in Florida. We got to choose our makeup, costumes and accessories separately, but turned up dressed the same. It's very apt that I'm a mini clown version of her – she had me when she was 19, and I was always by her side. This was a special holiday. All of them were, whether we were in Florida or a caravan in Scotland. Mum and Dad ran a family hotel, along with her sisters and my grandpa and grandma. The work schedule was brutal, so holidays were a big deal. Our time together was about our little unit – Mum, Dad, me and my brother – making the most of it. The hotel was an amazing environment to grow up in – it's where I got my work ethic, but also where I learned how to talk to people. I'd always be at the reception, answering the phone, greeting guests as they arrived, or working behind the bar. It was a portal to a life outside our tiny little fishing village of Anstruther. People would stay from all over the world and I would get snapshots into different cultures outside our bubble. Mum always jokes that she knew I was going to leave before I did. Growing up, we'd often have radio stations come and do roadshows from the hotel, which totally sparked my ambition. But the older I got, the more claustrophobic I felt. Case in point: I applied for my driving licence the day of my 17th birthday. I was kind of a shitty teenager because of the boredom, and started drinking really early. I didn't do well in my Higher exams as a result, which was bad because they were a ticket out of Anstruther. But, eventually, I knuckled down. I got work experience at Radio Forth in Edinburgh before I even started uni, and my degree suffered because I spent every minute in the studio. I was also sending out tons of show reels, but I got loads of knockbacks, and bad feedback about my accent. Thankfully, MTV gave me a shot – they wanted to represent the UK with a range of voices, which was a first. I'm so glad that I stuck to my guns and didn't have elocution lessons, as being Scottish is who I am, and I'm proud of that. It also ended up becoming my wild card. Even when I was on MTV and Radio 1, I would go back home as often as I possibly could. It didn't matter if I was 'on holiday' – I'd walk in and get my waitress outfit on and do shifts at the hotel, even on Christmas Day. I couldn't not! I made sure to bring Mum along for whatever work trips I went on, too. Presenting T in the Park was one of my gigs, and she would sometimes come with me. I'd work for eight hours straight, so I couldn't really babysit my plus one – I had to trust her to go off and do whatever she wanted. One time she went missing for a while. I was asking everyone: 'Has anyone seen my mum?' My co-host Dougie [Anderson] goes: 'Is that not her on the monitor?' Cut to my mum on screen, side of stage, as Primal Scream play Country Girl. She's there doing air tambourine. Mum is very at ease, no matter who you introduce her to. She met Rod Stewart and managed to hold it together, and spoke to Sharleen Spiteri as if she'd known her a lifetime. A few months after having my first son Rudy, I was struggling. Tom was away on tour, and I was speaking to mum on the phone about nothing in particular. I inherited from her a certain degree of not wanting to burden anyone with my troubles. But she must have detected it in my voice. About four hours later, she appeared at my front door. That's the thing about Mum. She might be good fun, but she is also the person that people gravitate towards for help, support, advice and guidance. In my family, we joke about her name being Eleanor 'I'm fine' Bowman. Even when she had breast cancer in 2004, she was more concerned about how we were feeling about it, and kept it from me and my brother for as long as she could. I have told her she's not allowed to do that any more. No matter what she is going through, she is a beacon of light and I am constantly amazed by her. This was a magical day. We got painted up and then got on a rollercoaster. It was so fast one of the wigs fell off and hit the person behind us! It's funny – I can't remember what I did yesterday, but I do remember everything about that holiday. Sign up to Inside Saturday The only way to get a look behind the scenes of the Saturday magazine. Sign up to get the inside story from our top writers as well as all the must-read articles and columns, delivered to your inbox every weekend. after newsletter promotion Growing up, Edith was expected to help out at the family hotel on the weekends, which meant she had to sacrifice a lot of her time with friends. It didn't stop her, though – she would end up going out at 10 o'clock after her shift finished. Edith was quite wild and rebellious. When we found out that she had started smoking we were awful to her – making her smoke a whole cigarette in front of us. It helped, but you wouldn't get away with that now without being reported to Childline. I knew that Anstruther was never going to be big enough for Edith. She tried everything to get into the media – writing to radio and television stations. Nothing came up until the spot at Radio Forth – and even then they said to her: 'You don't expect us to put you on the radio speaking like that?' She thought: 'I don't want to change how I speak. It's me.' The first time she was on the radio, I was picking up a group of golfers from St Andrews and driving them back to the hotel. Just as we were arriving, Edith came on the air – I did six laps of the car park so I could hear it all. Edith is very kind and is always taking me to different gigs. Last year, for my 70th, we went to Munich together to see Adele and Coldplay. It was fabulous. I've met Chris Martin a few times, and he is my favourite. Such a lovely, gentle, sincere guy. I am so proud of Edith. Even though I wanted to be an actress when I was younger, I didn't have the guts to do what she has done. Sometimes she gets a bit of stick for not staying in Scotland, but Scotland really didn't have anything for her when she was looking for it. What I admire most about Edith is that she has never changed. She might be doing the red carpet at the Baftas, or having a coffee with me and my friends after cold-water swimming, and she's still the exact same Edith.
