During the Covid-19 pandemic, technologies have played and will keep playing a crucial role in keeping the society functional and these technologies may have a long-lasting impact beyond Covid-19

Berlin, Germany, June 24, 2020 -  Is it a winning bet or playing with fire to thinking about launching a new product in these coronavirus stricken times. Those who pay close attention to how people and, subsequently, businesses have adapted to the new normal might just find the right avenue for action. 

‘During the Covid-19 pandemic, technologies have played and will keep playing a crucial role in keeping our society functional. And these technologies may have a long-lasting impact beyond Covid-19’, says Ms. Vivien Untaru, General Manager with VON Consulting Tech Division, a technology start-up operating in San Diego, California.

Here’s some lines of business that VON Consulting Tech Division, specializing in hardware design and verification, as well as embedded software development services, application implementation and testing in telecommunications, has identified.

Logistics for contactless delivery
Online shopping needs to be supported by a robust logistics system. Many delivery companies and restaurants in the US are launching a type of delivery where goods are picked up and dropped off at a designated location. Stateside, e-commerce giants are also focusing on a new delivery system, through robot deliveries – so this might be one business avenue worth looking into.

Software for digital payments via cards or e-wallets
Thinking about a specific application for software development? Take the following into account: contactless digital payments. Either in the form of cards or e-wallets, this is the new recommended payment method to avoid the spread of Covid-19. Digital payments enable people to make online purchases and payments of goods, services and even utility payments, as well as to receive stimulus funds faster.

Workflow and security applications for remote work
Between 2017 and 2018, as per data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, about 25% of employees worked from home at least occasionally. These figures have registered a staggering increase over the last few months, due to social distancing and work-from-home regulations. 

Work-from-home led to the need for remote work technologies (virtual private networks - VPNs, voice over internet protocols - VoIPs, virtual meetings, cloud technology, work collaboration tools and even facial recognition technologies that enable a person to appear before a virtual background to preserve the privacy of the home). Just as much, remote work raised the bar on the necessity for information security, privacy and timely tech support. 

Core technologies for the supply chain
Heavy reliance on paper-based records, a lack of visibility on data and lack of diversity and flexibility have made existing supply chain systems vulnerable to any disruption, such as the one accelerated by the pandemic.
Big Data, cloud computing, Internet-of-Things (“IoT”) and blockchain are building a more resilient supply chain management system for the future by enhancing the accuracy of data and encouraging data sharing.

In order to continue beyond the Covid-19 era, a business has to portray digital readiness. 
As a supplier of the necessary infrastructure to support a digitized world, which facilitates staying current in the latest technology, one can remain competitive even in a post-Covid-19 world.

About VON Consulting
VON Consulting has 3 offices in SEE (Bucharest, Brasov and Cluj in Romania), one in the USA and in process to open up a new one in Dusseldorf, Germany. VON Consulting mission is to help our clients find the best partners, optimize their costs and always have valuable consultants and a seamless HR experience within reach. We started recruitment 15 years ago and, in time, we refined our IT recruitment practices to a state of the art process.

June 2020 :

People looking to break free from the pain and find their optimal health are increasingly turning to Merewether’s CK Health clinic for a host of naturopathy solutions.

CK Health and Wellbeing is a national award-winning clinic providing nutrition, herbal medicine, lifestyle counselling, functional medicine and naturopathy services.

Cody Kennedy, Principal Naturopath at CK Health, is extending a welcoming hand and advice to residents who have still yet to experience her skills in Naturopathy, Western Herbal Medicine, Homoeopathy and Nutrition.

Cody recently completed an honours degree in Complementary Medicines Management along with a Graduate Diploma in Evidence-Based Medicine. She is also a member of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society since 2001.

Located in Mereweather, and also serving clients in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and surrounding areas, the clinic offers the chance for people who value their well-being to break free from struggles of debilitating conditions such as IBS, digestive problems, skin problems, fatigue, autoimmune and thyroid issues.

The centre includes a state-of-the-art Infrared Sauna and custom-built salt therapy room.

Cody commented: We’re thrilled to be helping locals in Mereweather and serving and receiving the support of all our clients. We love seeing people make their back to the road of wellness.

A good Naturopath is someone who looks at many different aspects of your life and works on all of them. At our Wellness Clinic, we address all of these things and may combine them to steer you towards naturally better health.

Cody works predominantly with people who suffer from autoimmune diseases such as MS, Lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, as well as other illnesses.

She added: I like to work in such a way that your body is given the best chance to heal itself. Health is a combination of past medical history, lifestyle, genetics, environment and constitutional limitations. I consider all of these things when determining your treatment plan.

Sometimes it’s just a matter of learning simple things and applying them in daily life to improve health. I like to help you get back to enjoy everything life has to offer. Together we work towards making your health goals a reality.

The clinic has achieved five-star status with testimonials from many satisfied clients. One client Nicole Cosh said: Cody is so genuine and caring. She knows her stuff, and she’s really on your team, whatever your individual health goals are.

For a free initial 20-minute consultation, call the clinic: (02) 4077 3803 or check out their portfolio of services at: https://ckhealth.com.au/

Hingham, MA and South Weymouth, MA, Jun 23, 2020 -- The shutdown for the Covid-19 pandemic left many with a feeling of helplessness. Hingham resident Shelly Osterberg and her friends, Amy Crean and Kathleen Thrun, also of Hingham, Kirsty Nicholson of Scituate and Carolyn Wright of Norwell, who met regularly for lunch, certainly felt the impact and decided to do something to help. The five friends formed FLAG (Front Line Appreciate Group) Boston, a group committed to bringing meals to health care professionals on the South Shore, including South Shore Hospital. For this effort, FLAG Boston has been named the recipient of The Smiling Neighbor award given by South Weymouth Dentist Dr. Richard Wolfert, DMD.

“A friend of mine shared with me an effort she had just started in Michigan, which involved raising money to buy meals for healthcare workers which were made and delivered by local restaurants. My friends and I decided to set something like that up for the South Shore and Boston area and that’s how FLAG Boston started,” said Osterberg.

FLAG Boston set up a Facebook group and began fundraising, primarily online. The group started on March 31st and ultimately raised $47,709. They coordinated restaurants, caterers, cafes, bagel shops and other eateries to deliver meals from Weymouth to Cape Cod to Newtown-Wellesley. The last meal was delivered on June 5th by Atlantic Bagel of Hingham to South Shore Hospital.

“The pandemic has hit so many people so hard. It was very gratifying to do something nice for people providing critical medical care and at the same time help out the restaurant owners, many who have been devasted by the shutdown,” said Osterberg. “For my business, I work at home. So, the shutdown didn’t impact me that way. I just wanted to help and was grateful to find a way to do so through FLAG Boston.”

In lieu of the usual honors for being selected a Smiling Neighbor—either a $50 gift card to Stockholders or a Sonicare Easy Clean model. Osterberg chose the toothbrush.

“What FLAG Boston accomplished in such a short amount of time makes this group very worthy of our Smiling Neighbor award,” said Dr. Wolfert.

The Smiling Neighbor award is given out on a quarterly basis to citizens of Weymouth going above and beyond the call of duty for their fellow citizens. People can nominate a Smiling Neighbor by sending an e-mail of 200 words or less to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please remember to include your name and telephone number as well as the name and telephone number or e-mail of the person they are nominating. Nominations can also be sent to The Toothboss, 1121 Main Street, South Weymouth, MA  02190.

For more information on The Toothboss, visit Dr. Wolfert’s website at www.toothboss.com or call 781-335-0604 to schedule a consultation.

About The Toothboss:
The Toothboss offers: comprehensive examinations (written treatment and treatment plan provided); cosmetics; crowns, bridges and tooth-colored restorations; partial and full dentures; periodontics (early cases treated); oral surgery; restoration of conventional and small diameter implants; and emergency services (24-hour emergency phone number available).

The Toothboss accepts most insurance plans. They also accept payment from most PPO and indemnity plans, including Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Delta Dental. They also accept all major credit cards and have arranged payment plans through LendingClub.

To schedule an initial consultation, please call 781-335-0604. For more information, visit www.toothboss.com.

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The mental healthcare blog is seeking local clinics in the USA to help spread awareness on rising depression rates during the COVID-19 pandemic in the United-States of America.

New York City, NY - USA | June 16th, 2020 -- Mental healthcare and lifestyle blog Living With Depression has announced a partnership program aiming to work with US mental health clinics. The program seeks to help spread awareness on the importance of strong mental healthcare and easier access to care via telehealth in the wake of COVID-19.

Growing Depression Rates Raise Concerns

Data collected by Healthline and YouGov in April find that Americans are experiencing significant and sustained increases in symptoms of depression as a result of COVID-19, with particularly increased anxiety levels among African-Americans as the national death toll reaches over 110,000, and unemployment levels have plummeted to a record low.

Coupled with the economic fears initiated by months of mandated lockdowns, the unhealthy effects of isolation, and grief, the Conversation reports that the risk of developing depression or similar serious mental health issues is eight times higher this year than previous years.

Despite this, there are still many obstacles in the way towards adequate mental healthcare for most affected Americans. To help address rising concerns, clinics around the country have begun turning towards telehealth to improve access during the pandemic. But research indicates that we will need a stronger response to mental healthcare issues or risk a clinical depression epidemic, according to scientists at the University of Washington.

The Role of Telehealth

To draw attention to the growing telehealth offerings around the country and the importance of better access to mental healthcare resources and services, Living With Depression is seeking to partner with local clinics, and help Americans seeking mental health services.

“We recognize that the need for clarity and awareness on the topic of mental health is greater than ever,” said the project’s co-owner. “Major depression and other mood disorders will be on the rise as a result of the economic damage this virus has caused, and with social distancing rules still in place, telehealth remains the best way for many to seek help.”

Regarding rising rates of anxiety, the owner said: “The first-line treatment for anxiety disorders remains pharmacology, but access to therapeutic care is equally important. However, mental healthcare in this country is strained and there are limits on what kind of care those who need it the most can afford.

“Symptoms of anxiety and depression are particularly high among those most likely to suffer from complications with the virus, including minorities and those affected by chronic conditions. COVID-19 has led insurance companies to rapidly expand their coverage, often to include telehealth, but more awareness is needed to earnestly tackle this growing issue.”

About Us:
Living With Depression is a mental healthcare blog dedicated to spreading awareness on the topics of depression and anxiety. The blog reaches tens of thousands of readers and specializes in providing resources and information for both professional treatment and home remedies. It was started to help one family cope with the effects of depression and anxiety via journaling and writing.

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