NTT Research, Inc., a division of NTT (TYO:9432), today announced that it has reached an agreement with the University of Notre Dame to conduct joint research between its Physics and Informatics (PHI) Lab and the Universitys Department of Physics. The five-year agreement covers research to be undertaken by Dr. Zoltn Toroczkai, a professor of theoretical physics, on the limits of continuous-time analog computing. Because the Coherent Ising Machine (CIM), an optical device that is key to the PHI Labs research agenda, exhibits characteristics related to those of analog computers, one purpose of this project is to explore avenues for improving CIM performance.

The three primary fields of the PHI Lab include quantum-to-classical crossover physics, neural networks and optical parametric oscillators. The work with Dr. Toroczkai addresses an opportunity for tradeoffs in the classical domain between analog computing performance and controllable variables with arbitrarily high precision. Interest in analog computing has rebounded in recent years thanks to modern manufacturing techniques and the technologys efficient use of energy, which leads to improved computational performance. Implemented with the Ising model, analog computing schemes now figure within some emerging quantum information systems. Special-purpose, continuous time analog devices have been able to outperform state-of-the-art digital algorithms, but they also fail on some classes of problems. Dr. Toroczkais research will explore the theoretical limits of analog computing and focus on two approaches to achieving improved performance using less precise variables, or (in the context of the CIM) a less identical pulse amplitude landscape.

Were very excited to have the University of Notre Dame and Professor Toroczkai, a specialist in analog computing, join our growing consortium of researchers engaged in rethinking the limits and possibilities of computing, said NTT Research PHI Lab Director Yoshihisa Yamamoto. We see his work at the intersection of hard, optimization problems and analog computing systems that can efficiently solve them as very promising.

The agreement identifies research subjects and project milestones between 2020 and 2024. It anticipates Dr. Toroczkai and a graduate student conducting research at Notre Dame, adjacent to South Bend, Indiana, while collaborating with scientists at the PHI Lab in California. Recent work by Dr. Toroczkai related to this topic includes publications in Computer Physics Communications and Nature Communications. Like the PHI Lab itself, he brings to his research both domain expertise and a broad vision.

I work in the general area of complex systems research, bringing and developing tools from mathematics, equilibrium and non-equilibrium statistical physics, nonlinear dynamics and chaos theory to bear on problems in a range of disciplines, including the foundations of computing, said Dr. Toroczkai, who is also a concurrent professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and co-director of the Center for Network and Data Science. This project with NTT Research is an exciting opportunity to engage in basic research that will bear upon the future of computing.

The NTT Research PHI Lab has now reached nine joint research projects as part of its long-range goal to radically redesign artificial neural networks, both classical and quantum. To advance that goal, the PHI Lab has established joint research agreements with six other universities, one government agency and one quantum computing software company. Those universities are California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Cornell University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Stanford University, Swinburne University of Technology and the University of Michigan. The government entity is NASA Ames Research Center in Silicon Valley, and the private company is 1Qbit in Canada. In addition to its PHI Lab, NTT Research has two other research labs: its Cryptography and Information Security (CIS) Lab and Medical and Health Informatics (MEI) Lab.

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The Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering at Indiana University (IU) Bloomington invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor position in Computer Science to begin in Fall 2021. We are particularly interested in candidates with research interests in formal models of computation, algorithms, information theory, and machine learning with connection to quantum computation, quantum simulation, or quantum information science. The successful candidate will also be a Quantum Computing and Information Science Faculty Fellow supported in part for the first three years by an NSF-funded program that aims to grow academic research capacity in the computing and information science fields to support advances in quantum computing and/or communication over the long term. For additional information about the NSF award please visit: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=1955027&HistoricalAwards=false. The position allows the faculty member to collaborate actively with colleagues from a variety of outside disciplines including the departments of physics, chemistry, mathematics and intelligent systems engineering, under the umbrella of the Indiana University funded "quantum science and engineering center" (IU-QSEc). We seek candidates prepared to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusion in higher education, especially those with experience in teaching or working with diverse student populations. Duties will include research, teaching multi-level courses both online and in person, participating in course design and assessment, and service to the School. Applicants should have a demonstrable potential for excellence in research and teaching and a PhD in Computer Science or a related field expected before August 2021. Candidates should review application requirements, learn more about the Luddy School and apply online at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/9841. For full consideration submit online application by December 1, 2020. Applications will be considered until the positions are filled. Questions may be sent to sabry@indiana.edu. Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen gives her first State of the Union speech during a plenary session of European Parliament in Brussels, Belgium September 16, 2020. Olivier Hoslet/Pool via REUTERS

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union leaders will ask the EU executive next week to name strategic areas where the bloc relies too much on countries such as China and the United States, and to propose ways to make it more independent, according to a document seen by Reuters.

In draft conclusions for a summit on Sept. 24-25, the member states leaders say they want European industry to be more competitive globally and to increase its autonomy and resilience.

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the EUs dependence on Chinese components in the production of drugs, and concern is mounting that it is lagging the United States in the design and manufacture of batteries and in digital cloud storage.

The 27-nation bloc has set digital and green technologies as priorities, goals that were underlined in a state of the union speech on Wednesday by Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, the EU executive.

The bloc wants to finance the transformation to such technologies by using much of its 750-billion-euro ($890-dollar) fund for kick-starting the economy after the pandemic.

The draft conclusions - which could still be subject to change before the Brussels summit - show leaders would name the European Battery Alliance, the Internet of Things and Clean Hydrogen Alliance as projects for the EU to focus on.

They will also call for the development of new industrial alliances, including on raw materials, micro-processors, telecommunication networks, low-carbon industries, and Industrial Clouds and Platforms.

The leaders will also declare they want a significant part of the 1.8 trillion euros that will be available to EU countries under the blocs budget and recovery package over the next seven years to be invested in supercomputers and quantum computing, blockchain, human-centred Artificial Intelligence, microprocessors, 5G mobile networks or protection against cyber threats and secure communications.

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BOSTONand WELLESLEY, Mass., Sept.16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --When the pandemic began, Sun Life and the Celtics had to quickly pivot their annual Fit to Win youth fitness program to a virtual format to accommodate the shutdown and subsequent safety measures. Fit to Win, a four-week program for YMCA youth in Greater Boston, Hartford, and Southern Maine, encourages kids to embrace health and fitness in everyday life. The kids track their fitness and wellness activities throughout the program and receive Celtics gear along the way. This year, the finale event, typically held at the Celtics' practice facility, was offered virtually complete with coached workouts, an interactive discussion with the kids on fitness and nutrition, and even a Lucky the Leprechaun at-home dunk show from his driveway.

"There is no doubt that this pandemic has been hard on children, with school closures and stay-at-home restrictions," said Dan Fishbein, M.D., president of Sun Life U.S. "There are families who depend on community organizations like the YMCA every day, for child care, health and wellness, and community activities. We are pleased that we could continue to collaborate with the Celtics to keep the Fit to Win program going this year, and are thrilled to see that so many kids stuck with the program while at home."

Through the spring and summer, Celtics conditioning coaches and community teams created weekly workout videos on Instagram to engage the program participants and anyone else who wanted to take part in the fun. Each week featured a new workout routine, such as a combination of squats, jumping jacks, and planks, along with a wellness technique, such as meditation or getting enough sleep.

"It was unfortunate that we couldn't run the live program this year, but in the end it turned out to be really exciting because we could reach more kids where they are, and allow more families to become part of the Fit to Win family," said Ted Dalton, senior vice president of Corporate Partnerships and Business Development for the Boston Celtics. "We loved innovating with Sun Life to make sure kids could embrace the program virtually and learn more about health and fitness."

After the success of converting the program to social media and virtual platforms, Sun Life and the Celtics may expand to include this format in the future, allowing more young Celtics fans in New England the opportunity to participate. For more information about the program, visit https://www.nba.com/celtics/video/community/fit-to-win-program-overview.

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Sun Life is a leading international financial services organization providing insurance, wealth and asset management solutions to individual and corporate Clients. Sun Life has operations in a number of markets worldwide, including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Japan, Indonesia, India, China, Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia and Bermuda. As of June 30, 2020, Sun Life had total assets under management of C$1,122 billion. For more information, please visitwww.sunlife.com.

Sun Life Financial Inc. trades on the Toronto (TSX), New York (NYSE) and Philippine (PSE) stock exchanges under the ticker symbol SLF.

In the United States, Sun Life is one of the largest group benefits providers, serving more than 60,000 employers in small, medium and large workplaces across the country. Sun Life's broad portfolio of insurance products and services in the U.S. includes disability, absence management, life, dental, vision, voluntary and medical stop-loss. Sun Life and its affiliates in asset management businesses in the U.S. employ approximately 5,500 people. Group insurance policies are issued by Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada (Wellesley Hills, Mass.), except in New York, where policies are issued by Sun Life and Health Insurance Company (U.S.) (Lansing, Mich.). For more information, please visit http://www.sunlife.com/us.

About the Boston Celtics

A charter member of the Basketball Association of America (which evolved into the National Basketball Association) since 1946, the Boston Celtics have won a record 17 NBA Championships, including eight (8) in a row from 19591966, winning their first title in 1957 and their most recent in 2008. The Celtics have long stood for equality, and respect, including hiring the first African American Coach and starting the first all-black starting five. In addition, 35 former Celtics players, management or staff have been inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. In December 2002 the team returned to local ownership for the first time since 1963. For more information on the Celtics, log on to http://www.celtics.com.

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Struggling to meet your health and fitness goals? Youre not alone.

Take New Years Resolutions, for example. While weight loss and healthy eating tend to rank among the highest holiday resolutions, according to a study conducted by the University of Scranton, 80% of people fail to keep them.

Why? Unrealistic expectations. Instead of setting insurmountable goals, you need to make small, actionable changes that are practical enough to track in your everyday life.

One of the best ways to help meet these wellness goals is with the help of a smart device, like the Fitbit Charge 2 Fitness Superwatch. Gadgets like these track the small wins throughout the day, such as the number of steps you take, in order to keep you feeling motivated and energized.

The Fitbit Charge 2 Superwatch, in particular, is equipped with PurePulse Technology that automatically tracks your heart rate to better measure your calories burned during the day. The gadget also tracks your distance covered, active minutes, floors climbed, and all-day heart rate and zones. It even features personalized exercise modes and real-time stats, which allow you to easily track your cardio fitness level.

On top of its focus on active fitness, the Fitbit Charge 2 also offers guided breathing sessions which aim to help you find snippets of calm in your otherwise hectic schedule. Plus, thanks to its interactive OLED display, you can also receive calls, texts, calendar alerts.

Right now, you can save over 45% on a Renewed Fitbit Charge 2 Fitness Superwatch. What does renewed mean? Essentially, it is a used device that has been tested and certified to work like new, so you can get the benefits of a brand new smartwatch without the hefty price tag.

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The report offers a complete research study of the global Health and Fitness Club Market that includes accurate forecasts and analysis at global, regional, and country levels. It provides a comprehensive view of the global Health and Fitness Club Market and detailed value chain analysis to help players to closely understand important changes in business activities observed across the industry. It also offers a deep segmental analysis of the global Health and Fitness Club market where key product and application segments are shed light upon. Readers are provided with actual market figures related to the size of the global Health and Fitness Club market in terms of value and volume for the forecast period 2020-2026.

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In addition to Daxko Exchange, Daxko delivers comprehensive technology solutions, integrated payment processing, experienced services and deep insights to all kinds of health and fitness centersenterprise health clubs, boutique fitness studios, affiliate gyms, campus recreation facilities, integrated wellness centers, YMCAs, and JCCs.

"Daxko Exchange is going to help our customers increase their efficiency by providing essential tools and integrations with best-in-breed partners," says Ron Lamb, Daxko's CEO. "In an ever-changing environment, the secure connectivity of Daxko Exchange to power health and wellness experiences will be a huge win for both customers and partners."

"Our team and partners have built a truly world-class ecosystem for health, wellness, and fitness organizations," says Joe Grieshop, Daxko's Chief Marketing Officer. "I'm thrilled for everyone involved and especially excited for our customers to experience the increased efficiencies and growth Daxko Exchange enables."

Daxko Exchange already has many certified partners, including but not limited to GymPass, Welld, Alaris, MXM, ePACT, and Perkville.

To learn more about Daxko Exchange, visit exchange.daxko.com.

About Daxko Daxko delivers comprehensive technology solutions, integrated payment processing, experienced services and deep insights to all kinds of health and fitness centersenterprise health clubs, boutique fitness studios, affiliate gyms, campus recreation facilities, integrated wellness centers, YMCAs, and JCCs. Since 1998, the company has grown to serve customers spanning 140 countries, nearly 16,000 facilities, and over 17 million members. To learn more, visit daxko.com.

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San Diego, Calif. September 9, 2020 Among many highlights of the 2020 IDEA World Conventionthis year reimagined as IDEA World Virtual and held August 21-22was the celebration of the associations 2020 IDEA Fitness Awards Recipients. Over 8,000 members of the health and fitness professional community attended this unprecedented virtual event featuring 2 days of keynotes, continuing education sessions and a virtual exhibit hall.

This year more than ever, the fitness community has been challenged to reinvent the way it coaches, leads and Inspires the World to Fitness. The recipients of the IDEA Awards represent the best and brightest of the fitness industry and we thank them for their many and varied contributions. Each one has madeand will continue to makea positive and indelible impact on the health, wellness and happiness of the individuals they serve day-to-day as well as the worldwide fitness community, said Ryan Halvorson, IDEAs director of event programming, when he introduced the recipients.

2020 IDEA Fitness Inspiration Award Kyle Maynard The IDEA Fitness Inspiration Award is given to an individual who has overcome considerable physical adversity and now includes regular fitness activity in their life while providing inspiration to others. The 2020 recipient, Kyle Maynard, was born with a rare condition known as congenital amputation, that left him with arms that end at the elbows and legs that end near his knees. He learned early on to live life independently, knowing that exceptions wouldnt be made for him. He has lived his life striving to do more, learn more, push harder, go further, and to inspire others to do the same by sharing his story and living by example.

2020 IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year Jeffrey Scott, vice president of fitness, nutrition and results, Beachbody Vice president of fitness, nutrition and results for Beachbody International, Jeffrey reaches a large audience with his creative programming to help people live healthier lives. Whether he is teaching five people or 500, his love for his craft, devotion to his students, enthusiasm for education and his passion to Inspire the World to Fitness is unmatched, says colleague Lisa Wheeler. He has a way of making everyone feel special and, with his close attention to detail, he delivers thoughtful, engaging and compelling content, much of which he has created. You can feel that joy in classes he teaches as well as in his ability to mentor other instructors. Jeffrey truly loves what he does. And it shows.

2020 IDEA Personal Trainer of the Year Leslee Bender, creator of Bender Ball Method and Director of I Am Ageless Now You could summarize Leslee Benders impact on fitness in two words: Bender Ball. Thats accuratemore than 1 million Bender Balls have been sold since 2007but, as a tribute, its woefully incomplete. Benders influence on personal training over the last 30 years is a much bigger story. My mission is to help people of all ages and sizes to embrace life and age gracefully, Bender says. That focus led to the creation of The Bender Method of Trainingthe first to use a small ball to protect the back and work the core. She has since certified more than 2,000 instructors in this safe method of functional Pilates training.

2020 IDEA Fitness Leader of the Year Tricia Murphy Madden, co-creator of Barre Above and education director of Savvier Fitness A 28-year veteran of the fitness industry as a group fitness instructor and program director, Murphy Madden is currently the national education director for Savvier Fitness and the co-creator of the Barre Above group fitness program. In that role, she recruits, educates and manages nearly 100 master trainers while creating monthly workout programs for more than 11,000 Barre Above instructors around the world. Tricia recognizes the team members need to enjoy what they do and who they work with. She has a unique ability to both provide feedback and simultaneously motivate her team. Tricia knows how to bring out the best in all those she manages, says Jeff Tuller, president and CEO of Savvier Fitness.

Congratulations to the 2020 IDEA Fitness Award recipients!

The 2021 IDEA World Convention will be back live July 7-11, 2021, in Anaheim, California. To register please visit https://www.ideafit.com/fitness-conferences/world-virtual/

About IDEA Health and Fitness Association IDEA Health & Fitness Association is the worlds leading organization of fitness and wellness professionals and has been for more than 38 years. We deliver world-class content and continuing education to fitness professionals, business owners and allied health professionals via our publications, including the award-winningFitness Journal; our fitness, business and nutrition conferences; and hundreds of streaming videos and online courses available onideafit.com. Additionally, withIDEA FitnessConnect, we host the largest national industry-wide directory, linking over 275,000 fitness professionals to more than 40 million consumers. Through IDEA professionals in over 80 countries, we Inspire the World to Fitness

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Workouts are in a constant state of evolution. Very rarely does anybody maintain the same workout for their entire life in fact, it is virtually impossible. Reinventing your workout can offer you a multitude of health benefits and can work muscles that you previously may not have ever worked before. Deciding to reinvent your workout may be the best thing that you'll ever do and can be a great benefit to your health. Deciding to reinvent your workout can mess with your routine for a while but when you are used to it will have been a decision well made. This page will tell you six ways for you to reinvent your workout. Deciding to go ahead and reinvent your workout is a decision that should be considered carefully. You will only want to do it if it is beneficial to you, and you should not gratuitously make any changes.

Here are six ways to reinvent your work out.

Combat training is a fantastic way to reinvent your workout and to improve areas of your fitness that you may have never considered. Many people have begun adopting the Spartan system for women and men, which is an exercise and combat training routine based around the ancient warrior society of the Spartans, who hail from Greece. Fitness and combat routines can be a fantastic way for you to improve your overall health and fitness and to develop your strength. Combat training is an area of fitness many people do not consider but is an area that can build endurance, stamina, and confidence. Combat training should definitely be considered as a part of your potential new workout. There are really no negatives one can take away from combat training, apart from the occasional bruise and injury!

Many people focus on strength training when they exercise, completely neglecting fitness training. Cardiovascular exercise is a very large component of fitness training and is an essential component of a proper workout. If you do not do regular fitness training, then it may well be worth implementing it into your new workout routine. Fitness training can help to improve your heart health and to help you fight heart disease and ageing. Some forms of fitness training you can do easily are jogging; running; skipping rope; jumping jacks; shadow boxing and using a rowing machine.

And, on the other side of the coin, if you do fitness training but not strength training, then it may well be time to consider pumping some weights! Strength training is a fantastic way to create the body that you want and improve your overall health. Strength training is a form of exercise that has very few disadvantages and is one that can be very addictive, and very fun. With strength training, it is very easy to become an absolute monster without even knowing one day you wake up and you're a veritable bodybuilder, and you will be like, 'When did this happen?'

Endurance training, also known as aerobic exercise, is another wonderful form of exercise that you should consider as part of your workout routine. Endurance training can really improve your health and can help you to achieve levels of fitness that you could not have previously imagined. Endurance training is part of most Olympic workout routines so you know it's good. You can perform endurance training at home, providing you have the room, and if not, then inside a gymnasium. Endurance training absolutely must be considered for your new routine.

Our bodies, with age, begin to become less flexible, and a lot tighter. To combat your muscles becoming inflexible, incorporate static stretching into your routine. Static stretching can help you to relax and is used in many Yoga classes. Static stretching lowers your cortisol levels and is of great benefit. You can perform it before or after your workout (or both). It is very wise to do it beforehand to prevent your body from becoming injured or to prevent you from pulling a muscle. Static stretching can be performed by doing toe-touches, neck extensions, head flexion, and a few yoga stances.

Bodyweight training is an often-overlooked form of exercise but is one that can seriously improve your physical fitness and strength. Bodyweight training is fantastic because it can be performed virtually anywhere, and you do not need a gym to perform it. You can do it in your bedroom, in the park, or even in the street! Some beneficial bodyweight exercises to include in your workout routine are push-ups; dips; squats; burpees; sit-ups and pull-ups. Bodyweight exercises are a fantastic way for you to strengthen up your body and should definitely be part of a workout routine.

Now, with the help of this page, you know six ways that you can improve your workout routine and strengthen your body. All of the suggestions made on this page can have great benefits, and when all are combined,will improve your life more than any amount of words could explain. Good luck!

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The Virginia Gay Hospital Health Care Foundation (VGHHCF) is partnering with Vintons Fareway Meat and Grocery Store from September 14-19 to raise funds in support of womens health in Benton County. The Round Up for Hope campaign will collect the change when customers choose to round their transactions up to the nearest dollar amount. Those donations will be directed to the VGHHCF program, Gifts of Hope.

It is the second year Fareway has participated in the Round Up for Hope initiative first introduced in 2019. The program netted $2,000 in its inaugural year with an additional $300 from Fareway employees who participated in casual dress day.

Gifts of Hope provides free mammograms and diagnostic services to Benton County residents who need financial assistance. The program helps offset expenses incurred from clinic visits and co-pays as patients need diagnostic services, such as mammograms, pap tests, pelvic exams, and the analysis of those tests. Gifts of Hope was created to assist those who have no insurance, or have a health insurance policy that does not pay for these services, and cannot pay deductible or co-insurance amounts.

Sharon Happel is one of the VGH patients who have received assistance from the fund. Learning about the Gifts of Hope program was a Godsend. Some of the financial worries that come with a cancer diagnosis were eased. No matter how great your insurance is, there are always things that arent covered-like deductibles and some testing. Gifts of Hope helped bridge that gap, and I am very grateful!

Applications are not needed to utilize these funds. Patients are encouraged to talk to their healthcare provider at any of the four Virginia Gay Family Medical Clinics located in Atkins, Urbana, Van Horne, and Vinton. The clinic staff will make arrangements for those patients.

Each year, the VGHHCF distributes more than $20,000 to support womens health in Benton County. Community support and generosity allow the organization to expand the number of patients receiving assistance and ensure that everyone in our area can access 3D mammography and diagnostic services.

The importance of mammograms and regular screenings in the fight against cancer cannot be overemphasized. Early detection saves lives and finances should not be an obstacle to those life-saving diagnostic tests. Gifts of Hope ensures that those in need in our area have access to that kind of care, says Robin Martin, VGHHCF director. The support we receive from individuals and business partners like Fareway make the communities we serve such great places to call home. That kind of generosity cant be found just anywhere.

About 1 in 8 U.S. women (about 12%) will develop invasive breast cancer throughout her lifetime. About 85% of breast cancers occur in women who have no family history of breast cancer. Screening with mammograms is key to finding breast cancer early before any symptoms can develop. At that point, cancer usually is easier to treat.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, the imaging department at Virginia Gay Hospital will be offering free gifts with mammograms scheduled during the month of October while supplies last. Patients should talk with their Virginia Gay Family Medical Clinic healthcare provider about the risk of breast cancer and recommendations on mammography based on age and health history. If a mammogram has been ordered by a healthcare provider, patients may call the imaging department at 472-6288 or scheduling at 319-472-6270 for an appointment. 3D mammograms are currently being scheduled for Mondays and Tuesdays, 9 AM to 3 PM, and on Fridays, noon to 3 PM.

Direct donations to the Gifts of Hope fund can also be made online at bit.ly/RoundUpForHope. To learn more about the Virginia Gay Hospital Health Care Foundation and other programs it sponsors and supports, please visit http://www.myvghfoundation.org or contact Robin Martin by phone (319) 472-6375 or by email at rmartin@vghinc.com.

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