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Photo: PRWeb Photo: PRWeb Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 Photo: PRWeb Insurer and Local PT Group Tackle Opioid Crisis Head-On with “Back Now” Pilot Program 1  /  1 Back to Gallery ProRehab offers Kentuckians 5 physical therapy sessions for the cost of one copay as part of pilot program to tackle back pain EVANSVILLE, Ind. (PRWEB) November 13, 2019 ProRehab Physcial Therapy (PRPC) is proud to announce a first-of-its-kind pilot program with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Kentucky for members who have Back Pain. The “Back Now” program aims to change the way members with back pain currently access treatment by removing the cost barrier for seeing a physical therapist when the pain first arises. “Anthem is the … [Read more...] about Insurer and Local PT Group Tackle Opioid Crisis Head-On with “Back Now” Pilot Program

SAN FRANCISCO (KPIX 5) — Neighbors in North Beach are rallying to oppose two-high profile evictions, one of an aging local celebrity and the other of a popular corner cafe. They’re preparing posters for a demonstration at Caffe Sapore Thusrday morning. The cafe owner says after 23 years, the landlord sent him a termination letter with no explanation. “They wouldn’t tell me what they’re going to do with the place, so basically she just wants the space back,” said Elias Bikahi. KPIX reached out to the property owner, Annie Ng, but she did not return our calls. “We’re living in a period of unparalleled greed and heartlessness,” said San Francisco supervisor Aaron Peskin. Just half a block from the cafe, 86-year-old Sam Hiona is also being evicted. The former TV and film actor has lived in the same apartment since 1965. RELATED: Actor Who’s Lived In San Francisco For Decades Evicted From North Beach Apartment Supervisor … [Read more...] about San Francisco Residents To Rally Against Evictions Of Aging Local Celebrity, Popular Cafe

Volunteer Greg Pitcock helps sort toys behind the scene during the Houston Children's Charity Christmas Program Thursday, Dec. 21, 2017, in Houston. The program allows parents of underprivileged children the opportunity to holiday "shop" for their kids. The program was also made possible with the U.S. Marine Corps Toy for Tots program and Houston First Corporation. ( Steve Gonzales / Houston Chronicle ) less Volunteer Greg Pitcock helps sort toys behind the scene during the Houston Children's Charity Christmas Program Thursday, Dec. 21, 2017, in Houston. The program allows parents of underprivileged children the ... more Photo: Steve Gonzales, Staff Photographer / Houston Chronicle Photo: Steve Gonzales, Staff Photographer / Houston Chronicle Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 … [Read more...] about Toys for Tots supports local families in need during the holidays

At a critical moment in Sacramento, days before the state legislature voted on a controversial bill to classify gig-economy workers as employees rather than independent contractors, Sen. Elizabeth WarrenElizabeth Ann WarrenDemocrats worry they don't have right candidate to beat Trump Overnight Energy: BLM staff face choice of relocation or resignation as agency moves | Trump says he's 'very much into climate' | EPA rule would expand limits on scientific studies Krystal Ball credits Gabbard's upswing in 2020 race to 'feckless' Democratic establishment MORE (D-Mass.) weighed in with a supportive op-ed.When Amazon dumped more than $1 million into Seattle City Council elections, Warren accused the corporation of trying to buy politicians who would oppose a tax on big businesses.ADVERTISEMENTAnd when the Las Vegas City Council took up a proposal to criminalize sitting on sidewalks, sleeping in public or setting up tents, Warren criticized the ordinance as an effort to criminalize … [Read more...] about Warren goes local in race to build 2020 movement

Ben Ramirez drives around San Francisco (hills and all) in his 1966 VW Beetle.  Yes, it's a manual. Ben Ramirez drives around San Francisco (hills and all) in his 1966 VW Beetle.  Yes, it's a manual. Photo: Blair Heagerty / SFGate Photo: Blair Heagerty / SFGate Image 1 of / 12 Caption Close Image 1 of 12 Ben Ramirez drives around San Francisco (hills and all) in his 1966 VW Beetle.  Yes, it's a manual. Ben Ramirez drives around San Francisco (hills and all) in his 1966 VW Beetle.  Yes, it's a manual. Photo: Blair Heagerty / SFGate S.F. locals share memories (good and bad) of bygone days when they drove stick shift 1  /  12 Back to Gallery A recent SFGATE article celebrated the … [Read more...] about S.F. locals share memories (good and bad) of bygone days when they drove stick shift