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One of the few truly proactive approaches to fraud prevention and detection, a Fraud Penetration Study is the application of specific audit procedures to increase the likelihood of detecting fraud in a core business system. (www.vonyaglobal.com)

Dentists can now help prevent cardiovascular disease in their patients

Organizations involved in major capital / construction projects are missing out on significant opportunities to strengthen internal controls and reduce project costs. Vonya Global shows clients how. www.vonyaglobal.com/construction-audit.html

A large financial services company recently hired Vonya Global to review accounts payable / disbursements. At the time of the audit, the company had no known internal control weaknesses or other factors indicating any improprieties or abuses.

Prevention Magazine has selected BayView Entertainment’s “Absolute Beginners Kettlebell 3-in-1 with Amy Bento” DVD as a recommended ‘Fitness Gift We Love’ in the magazine's December 2009 Issue.

Vonya Global (www.vonyaglobal.com) surveyed Executives and Auditors from private, public, and not-for-profit organizations, spanning many industries to gather opinions on planning for fraud prevention, fraud detection, and fraud deterrence.

New Luxury Senior Community Will Help Residents Enjoy “More Good Years” With The Prevention Plan Prime™

Concentric Sky and the Promise Neighborhoods Research Consortium (PNRC) today announced the commencement of the Grand Opportunity project, an NIH anti-poverty GO grant program funded through the American Recovery and Re investment Act (ARRA).

During National Homeless Awareness Week, Kennebrew is presenting a series of Community Homeless Prevention Forums around Detroit in an attempt to show residents the importance of planning for a possible economic disaster.

Multi-National Health Care Company Selects SalesForce4Hire to Launch Innovative Product

New preventative measures by a local Dallas school to prevent the spread of the H1N1 Flu virus...

Population Health Management Association Says Oct. 7 Interim Final Rule on Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Would Have ‘Dramatic and Unintended Consequences’ on Wellness, Chronic Disease Management Programs

Biggest red flag simple to spot: We hear about consumers and businesses losing money on a regular basis by wiring money in a variety of schemes, however the encouraging news is that it is relatively simple to protect yourself.”

National Fire Prevention Month is October, and Lee Cuesta’s popular, online how-to article enables homeowners to preclude a danger that is both common and preventable: chimney fires. Cuesta grants permission to reprint or adapt this how-to article.

Energetix’ 12th Annual Lyceum is pleased to announce the speaker lineup for its October 23-24 event at Legacy Lodge and Conference Center, Lake Lanier Islands, Georgia.

Connecticut Better Business Bureau offers employers tips for preventing workplace influenza outbreaks

While legislators waffle and yell about healthcare reform, Richard and Joan Stevens are actively engaged in making a difference in the day to day lives of people through advice in Never Give Up! for empowering patients to take charge of their health.

To help prevent the spread of the H1N1 virus (“swine flu”) and the regular seasonal flu, White Plains Hospital Center officials today stressed the importance of proper hand hygiene as a critically important precautionary measure.

Emphasizing the message of preventative health and wellness, National Yoga Month September offers a full seven days of free yoga classes at participating yoga studios from coast to coast.

Population health improvement association recognizes leaders in advancing quality for chronic condition prevention and care in special ceremony featuring remarks by Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality director.

Natick, MA To raise awareness of one of the most common cancers among women, Longfellow Sports club will be hosting a Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser on 10.7.09 that will include a Zumba exercise class and an awareness presentation.

If you think the danger from the H1N1 virus (Swine Flu) is over, think again. It’s getting worse. Until a vaccine is developed, the only way to prevent infection is to avoid contact with the virus, and Furnace Experts in Toronto has a way

The Corporate Wellness Conference would like to announce Maxim Health Systems as a Sponsor of the 1st Corporate Wellness Conference on October 27th and 28th, 2009

The Corporate Wellness Conference would like to announce Humana as a Platinum Sponsor of the 1st Corporate Wellness Conference on October 27th and 28th, 2009

The Corporate Wellness Conference would like to announce Debi Silber and Lifestyle Fitness, Inc. as a Silver Sponsor of the 1st Corporate Wellness Conference on October 27th and 28th, 2009

Issue #2 of the Corporate Wellness Magazine has been released on CorporateWellnessMagazine.com. This is the only magazine dedicated strictly to employee health, wellness, prevention and disease management.

Population health management organization calls on administration and congress to put prevention and health promotion at center of health care system reform debate

Connecticut Better Business Bureau offers advice to prevent and repair ID theft problems

The Valencell Healthset® technology allows you to track your vital signs while wearing a wireless headset such as a Bluetooth headset. This is a more seamless way to keep track of your fitness and health throughout your entire day.

Rememrance Services for World Suicide Prevention Day

1st Foreclosure Prevention helps homeowners evaluate all of their options to stop foreclosure to find the one that's right for their situation.1st Foreclosure Prevention provides a free foreclosure evaluation and consultation

For over a decade 1st Foreclosure Prevention has been helping residential and commercial real estate owners stop foreclosure. The mission of 1st Foreclosure Prevention is to stop foreclosure and its devastating impact on individual.

In observation of National Yoga Month September 2009, the Yoga Health Foundation calls for all yoga studios, teachers and students to go online at www.yogamonth.org and get involved to create one Yoga Month event in every city across the US.

Lightning can occur at any moment of the day when storms pass by. Knowing how to prepare yourself is important in taking safety precautions.

Finding ways to reduce your chances of being stuck in a tornado is important. Knwoing eactly what to do and how to prepare can make all the difference.

The Corporate Health and Wellness Association, also known as the health and wellness association has been created and launched.

Mobile MedCheck has assembled a nationwide network of board-certified physicians, licensed nurses and technicians who are bringing medical testing technology directly to the homes and offices of Americans from coast to coast.

(AHF) launched today an innovative ‘LOVE Condom’ campaign at Metropolitan Hotel Nikko, New Delhi. free AHF ‘LOVE’-brand condoms, as well as a ‘Stay Negative’ Ronit Roy was the brand ambassador for the noble event.

The Corporate Wellness Magazine Launches and Releases It’s First Issue dedicated to health, wellness, prevention and disease management for employers, employees and plan members.

Marguerite Clancy is announcing the launch of her new URL . This web site’s mission is to empower individuals and families to live in joy, bliss and harmony. Crime cannot coexist with joyfulness and bliss.

Dr. Erin Ducat is sponsoring a free seminar series focused on educating the community on prevention and non-surgical treatment of common health conditions. Held on the first Tuesday of the month at 7pm, these workshops are open to the public.

A series of innovative environmental projects in Kerry, Clare, Limerick City and County have culminated in the launch today of Ireland’s newest and most comprehensive eGuide to Waste Prevention.

Cell phone texting is now being used to target women searching for advice and services regarding birth control and abortion.

DMAA: The Care Continuum Alliance launches new Web site dedicated to the contributions of prevention, wellness and population health management to care quality and value and to promote population-based care as an essential component of system reform.

ISMP to provide pharmacists with strategies to prevent errors associated with look-alike drug names

Local artist Theaster Gates will participate in a creative writing forum hosted by the Lupus Foundation of America, Illinois Chapter (LFAI). The forum will celebrate pieces written by individuals living with lupus.

Author Finds Hope in the Depths of Despair and Sends an Important Message about the Prevention and Treatment of Malignant Melanoma

Bark Busters is offering free dog safety workshops, bite prevention tips and an online program for children. In Pima County, the free workshops for community-based organizations will be hosted by dog behavioral therapist, Gerard Raneri.

DMAA: The Care Continuum Alliance, a sponsor of the 2009 Almanac of Chronic Disease, participates in launch of document and calls for a national commitment to make chronic condition prevention, management essential elements of health care reform.

Dog bites are a big problem in the United States and experts agree a major factor is the training style used to teach dogs. Positive reinforcement and clicker training are safe while dog whispering and dominance lead to aggression.