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VSCP Law founding partner Gregory Spizer recognized in 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – VSCP Law’s founding partner Gregory Spizer has been selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for his work in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs.  The 2027 publication marks the 33rd edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Recognition is determined through a peer-review…

Spearleaf Separates Visibility From Clicks in Chiropractor SEO

Fort Myers, FL - September 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
A study covered by Search Engine Land found that users clicked a source cited directly inside an AI Overview during only about one percent of visits in which an AI Overview appeared, and that searches containing an AI Overview were associated with fewer clicks overall and a greater likelihood that the session ended at the results page. Spearleaf is putting that finding in front of chiropractic practice owners because it undermines the measurement most practices still run on.

The assumption being broken is a reasonable one that held for two decades. If a page ranked well it got traffic, so traffic was a usable proxy for visibility, and a monthly report built on sessions described roughly what was happening. When an answer is assembled and displayed above the results, a practice can be the source of that answer and receive nothing measurable for it in analytics.
That does not mean the appearance is worthless. A patient who reads that a particular clinic treats a particular condition, accepts a particular insurance, and is open on Saturday has received the practice's message. What they do next may be a phone call placed from the map result, a drive to the clinic, or a search for the practice by name a week later. None of those register as an organic session attributable to the page that supplied the answer.
The reporting problem is that this looks identical to failure. A practice whose sessions declined 20 percent while its citations and phone calls rose will read a session-based report as a decline. Reports built on the wrong denominator do not just mislead; they prompt practices to abandon work that is functioning. Spearleaf's service approach is described at spearleaf.com/seo-services.

"The question I ask a practice owner now is how many new patients they booked, not how many sessions the site got," said Joshua Albanese, owner of Spearleaf. "Those two numbers used to move together. They do not anymore, and if the report is built on the one that stopped predicting revenue, the practice will make bad decisions with a straight face. Count calls. Count booked appointments. Those still mean what they always meant."
Google's own tooling reflects the split rather than resolving it. The generative AI performance reports the company introduced in Search Console in June 2026 report impressions inside AI features without click data in their current form, which means the official measurement confirms the gap exists and does not close it.
The agency's recommended instrumentation for a practice is deliberately unsophisticated. Call tracking that distinguishes a call originating from the profile from one originating from the website. Booking-form submissions counted as the primary conversion. Direction requests treated as intent rather than as a vanity metric. Branded search volume watched over time, since a rise in people searching the practice by name is often the visible residue of an AI answer that was read and remembered. None of that requires new software for most practices.
There is also a content implication. Being the source an answer is assembled from rewards pages that state verifiable specifics plainly: conditions treated, techniques offered, insurance accepted, credentials held, hours and locations. Positioning language that reads well to a human offers a summarising system nothing to extract. Spearleaf covers the broader shift at https://spearleaf.com/industries/chiropractor/seo/.

The agency's summary position is that the underlying work has changed less than the scoreboard has. Accurate information, a maintained profile, genuine reviews, and pages that answer real questions remain what earns visibility. What changed is that the number practices used to watch stopped describing whether any of it worked.
Chiropractic practices and other local businesses can review the agency's measurement approach at spearleaf.com.


About Spearleaf Spearleaf is a local SEO and AI search optimization agency in Fort Myers, FL, founded by Joshua Albanese. The agency helps local service businesses rank in the Google Map Pack and earn citations from AI assistants including ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and Claude, through organic content, Google Business Profile optimization, reputation management, web design, and customer reactivation campaigns. Engagements run month to month after an initial term.
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Spearleaf
Joshua Albanese
(239) 920-7750
joshua@spearleaf.com
11000 Metro Pkwy #13, Fort Myers, FL 33966
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Versus Systems (NASDAQ: VS) Appoints Brian Goldenberg as Chief Financial Officer

Versus Systems (NASDAQ: VS) announced the appointment of Brian Goldenberg, CPA, as Chief Financial Officer, effective Sept. 8, 2026. Goldenberg also serves as the company Principal Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer and brings more than 25 years of financial and operational leadership experience, including roles in financial planning and reporting, accounting, audits, regulatory compliance, [&#8230;]

Greenland Mines (NASDAQ: GRML) Applauds Signing of U.S.-Denmark-Greenland Security Agreement

Greenland Mines (NASDAQ: GRML) applauded the formal signing at the United Nations General Assembly of a new security agreement among the United States, the Kingdom of Denmark and Greenland. The company said the agreement formalizes the framework announced Friday and marks a milestone in strengthening long-term Arctic and North Atlantic security while underscoring Greenland growing [&#8230;]

South Shore Home Remodel Expands Fire, Flood and Wind Restoration

QUINCY, MA - September 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
South Shore Home Remodel has expanded its property restoration operations to provide fire, flood, and wind damage recovery for residential and commercial clients, combining emergency mitigation and full structural rebuilding under a single contractor. The expanded service line took effect this year and covers the company's established remodeling territory.
The change broadens a business previously centered on renovation and remodeling into the disaster-recovery field, where property owners often coordinate separate firms for cleanup, drying, and reconstruction. By handling both mitigation and rebuilding, the expanded division reduces the number of vendors a homeowner must manage after a loss. The shift reflects steady demand for restoration work tied to severe weather and residential fires.
Fire, water, and wind are common causes of residential property damage reported to insurers each year. Water intrusion in particular requires rapid response, because mold can begin developing within roughly 24 to 48 hours of exposure, making early extraction and drying central to limiting long-term structural harm. Fire events add soot and smoke remediation, which calls for specialized cleaning beyond visible debris removal.
The expanded division at South Shore Home Remodel addresses each hazard through a defined sequence that begins with damage assessment and safety stabilization, continues through water extraction, structural drying, and smoke or soot remediation, and concludes with reconstruction of affected rooms and exteriors. Coordinating these stages internally is intended to shorten the gap between emergency response and permanent repair.
Water damage restoration typically relies on moisture measurement, commercial dehumidifiers, and air movers to return building materials to normal moisture levels before repairs begin. Shortening or skipping the drying phase can leave hidden moisture inside walls and subfloors, leading to secondary damage that surfaces weeks later. The expanded division follows industry drying standards intended to confirm that structures are dry before reconstruction starts.
Fire restoration involves more than removing charred material, because smoke residue can settle across surfaces far from the point of ignition and carry persistent odors. Effective remediation combines surface cleaning, air filtration, and sealing of affected areas, followed by repainting and refinishing during the rebuild. Addressing these stages in sequence reduces the chance that odor or residue returns after occupants move back in.
Wind and storm damage often begins with compromised roofing or siding that allows water to enter, meaning wind events and flooding frequently overlap in a single claim. Prompt tarping and board-up work can prevent additional interior damage while permanent repairs are scheduled. The combined division allows those temporary protective measures and the eventual reconstruction to be arranged through the same crew.
"The expansion lets a property owner work with one contractor from emergency cleanup through final rebuilding," said Bob Dougherty, owner of South Shore Home Remodel. "Handling mitigation and reconstruction together removes the handoffs that often slow a restoration project and complicate insurance documentation."
Restoration projects frequently intersect with insurance claims, and documentation gathered during assessment and mitigation can affect how a claim proceeds. Staff assigned to the division record damage conditions before and during the work, producing records that property owners can submit to their carriers. Consolidating that documentation within one firm is meant to reduce discrepancies between mitigation reports and rebuilding estimates.
The expanded restoration services are available to single-family homeowners and commercial property managers within the company's operating area. Seasonal weather patterns, including coastal storms and winter freezes, contribute to periodic surges in flood and wind damage that restoration providers must be prepared to meet. The added capacity positions the firm to respond to those fluctuations without subcontracting core recovery tasks.
Dougherty said the decision followed repeated requests from remodeling clients who had experienced storm or fire damage and wanted a familiar contractor for repairs. "Many callers already knew the crew from earlier renovation work and preferred to keep the rebuilding with the same team," Dougherty said. The expansion formalizes services the company had previously provided on a limited, case-by-case basis.


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South Shore Home Remodel
Bob Dougherty
+17815126122
info@southshorehomeremodel.com
21 Newcomb St #3, Quincy, MA, United States, 02169
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Quantum BioPharma (NASDAQ: QNTM) Pursues a New Path for Better Multiple Sclerosis Treatments

Nearly three million people around the world wake up every day managing a disease that has no cure, and the number keeps climbing. That reality is what makes new approaches to multiple sclerosis worth paying attention to, and it is the space where Quantum BioPharma (NASDAQ: QNTM) is working to make a difference with its [&#8230;]

Kugler Vision Details LASIK Recovery Timeline for Patients in Omaha, Nebraska

OMAHA, NE - September 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
Kugler Vision, a LASIK surgeon located in Omaha, Nebraska, has published a patient education article examining what the LASIK recovery process involves from the first hours after surgery through the third month of healing. The article, titled LASIK Recovery, maps the healing sequence day by day and identifies which visual symptoms are expected during that window and which warrant a call to the surgical team. The publication addresses one of the questions patients most frequently raise before scheduling laser vision correction: how long the recovery actually takes.
According to the article, most patients recover functional vision within 24 hours and return to work and driving the following day, with vision continuing to sharpen over subsequent weeks and stabilizing at approximately three months. LASIK is less than 10 minutes per eye. Because the procedure repositions a thin corneal flap that seals without stitches and leaves the outermost corneal layer largely intact, healing is measured in days rather than weeks. Patients are sent home with a protective shield to wear while sleeping through the first several nights. Patients throughout Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, and Council Bluffs seeking laser vision correction also have access to SMILE, PRK, and EVO ICL at the practice when corneal measurements point away from LASIK.
The article catalogs the effects considered typical during the healing period, including temporary dryness, light sensitivity, nighttime halos and glare, and vision that fluctuates between morning and evening. The American Academy of Ophthalmology identifies dry eye as a common temporary effect following LASIK, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration notes that glare, halos, and dryness are among the symptoms patients may experience while the cornea heals. Kugler Vision attributes the temporary nature of that dryness to screening conducted before surgery. The practice's EyeAnalysis™ evaluation measures tear film quality and ocular surface health alongside corneal topography, and patients found to have an underlying ocular surface condition are treated before a procedure is scheduled. Medicated eye drops are used for one to two weeks after surgery on a written schedule prepared for each patient, and artificial tears are recommended in place of rubbing when an eye feels dry or itchy. Follow-up examinations at one day, one week, one month, six months, and one year are standard for laser vision correction patients at the Omaha practice.
Kugler Vision was the first to offer all 7 vision correction procedures in Nebraska. Both of the practice's surgeons are Board Certified Fellows of the World College of Refractive Surgery and Visual Sciences, a credential held by fewer than 3.33% of refractive surgeons nationwide. Kugler Vision has 11 years voted Best of Omaha and has received more than 1,500 5-star reviews.
"Recovery goes best when the procedure was the right one for that eye in the first place," said Dr. Lance Kugler, MD, board-certified ophthalmologist, Fellow of the World College of Refractive Surgery, and founder of Kugler Vision. "Because we were the first practice in Nebraska to offer all seven modern vision correction procedures, we can recommend SMILE or EVO ICL when corneal thickness or tear film measurements point away from LASIK. Matching the procedure to the eye is the first step in a comfortable recovery, and every patient is followed for a full year by the same team that performed the surgery." Dr. Drew Dickson, MD, PCEO, board-certified ophthalmologist and Fellow of the World College of Refractive Surgery at Kugler Vision, also performs all seven vision correction procedures at the practice.
The article outlines when patients may resume specific activities after LASIK. Work, screen use, and driving typically resume on the first day after surgery once visual acuity is confirmed to meet the legal standard. Walking and light activity resume within one to three days, and gym workouts and non-contact sports within three to seven days. Contact sports wait approximately one month, with protective eyewear afterward. Chlorinated pools wait roughly two weeks, and lakes, rivers, and hot tubs wait about a month, because standing and warm water can carry organisms capable of causing a corneal infection while the flap is still sealing. Eye cosmetics resume after one to two weeks, using newly opened products. Kugler Vision is located at 17838 Burke St., Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68118, and driving directions to the practice are available for patients traveling from surrounding communities. The practice has treated patients from 47 states and several countries.


For more information about LASIK, SMILE, EVO ICL, and refractive surgery at Kugler Vision in Omaha, Nebraska, the practice maintains patient education resources at lasikomaha.com and a Google Business Profile listing practice hours, location details, and patient reviews. Kugler Vision continues to publish patient education material covering each of the seven vision correction procedures offered at its Omaha surgical center.

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Kugler Vision
Kugler Vision
402.558.2211
info@kuglervision.com
17838 Burke Street, Suite 100, Omaha, NE 68118

Karst Bedrock and Aging Foundations Drive NJ Rodent Entry

September 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
Affordable Pest Solutions LLC, a licensed rodent exclusion company serving Northwest New Jersey, is advising Morris, Sussex and Warren county homeowners to inspect foundations before fall rodent season, citing carbonate bedrock and housing stock in which roughly 12% of Morris County homes predate 1940.
At issue is a factor rarely discussed in pest control: geology. The New Jersey Geological and Water Survey maps karst features — sinkholes, sinking streams, enlarged bedrock fractures and caves — across the Kittatinny Valley and parts of the New Jersey Highlands, the belt of carbonate bedrock that underlies much of Northwest New Jersey. The Survey has published dedicated karst features mapping for the Hackettstown quadrangle, covering portions of Warren, Morris and Hunterdon counties. State and county hazard mitigation plans note that cracks in walls and floors are among the surface indicators associated with karst subsidence.
That combination matters for homeowners. Housing built on carbonate terrain across the tri-county region frequently sits on dry-laid fieldstone foundations, a construction method that leaves mortar-free joints and settlement gaps at the sill plate. Mice require an opening roughly the width of a pencil. Where subsidence and seasonal frost cycles widen existing foundation cracks, a structure can develop new entry points each year without any visible change to the exterior.
"Whether it's the anxiety of ticks in the yard or the stress of rodents in your walls, our approach focuses on sealing entry points at the source rather than setting traps and hoping for the best," said Seth Shaljian, licensed New Jersey commercial pesticide applicator and owner of Affordable Pest Solutions LLC. "We treat every home as if our own family lived there."
Shaljian holds New Jersey CORE, 7A and 7B certifications and operates under NJ DEP commercial applicator license 56590B and business license 91706B. All commercial pesticide applicators in New Jersey are licensed through the Department of Environmental Protection's Pesticide Control Program, which requires initial training, certification examinations and continuing education credits. Products applied in the state must be registered with both the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act and the NJ DEP.
Timing is the second factor. Rodent pressure in the Skylands region tracks seasonal mast cycles — the annual acorn and nut production of the area's dense hardwood forests — with movement toward structures accelerating as outdoor food sources decline in autumn. The company recommends scheduling structural exclusion work in September, ahead of the regional harvest and the first sustained frost, so entry points are sealed before mice, rats and voles relocate indoors rather than after.
Affordable Pest Solutions is a locally owned, BBB-accredited company recognized as a Neighborhood Favorite on Nextdoor in 2025. It operates without a franchise call center, a distinction the company says allows technicians to build familiarity with recurring structural patterns in specific communities — historic districts in Hackettstown and Morristown, lakefront properties around Lake Hopatcong, split-level construction in Randolph and rural farmhouses across Warren County's agricultural landscape. Documented regional work includes a comprehensive rodent exclusion project near the intersection of Route 46 and County Road 519 in Hackettstown. Services include rodent exclusion, attic insulation remediation, wildlife removal, stinging insect control, tick treatment and wood-destroying insect reports for real estate closings.
Homeowners in Morris, Sussex and Warren counties who suspect structural rodent entry — droppings in an attic, gnawing inside wall voids or repeat infestations after trapping — can request a free inspection and exclusion assessment from a licensed New Jersey applicator at Affordable Pest Solutions by calling (973) 229-9547 or visiting https://affordablepestnj.com.
Information is believed accurate at the time of publication. Contact Affordable Pest Solutions LLC directly for current details.
About Affordable Pest Solutions LLC
Affordable Pest Solutions LLC is a local, family-owned pest control company serving Northwest New Jersey with more than six years of local operating experience. Owned by Seth Shaljian, a licensed New Jersey commercial pesticide applicator holding CORE, 7A and 7B certifications, the BBB-accredited company provides residential and commercial rodent exclusion, wildlife removal and general pest management. Veteran and senior discounts and free estimates are available. 22 Carson Rd, Budd Lake, NJ. (973) 229-9547. https://affordablepestnj.com/


 

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Affordable Pest Solutions LLC
Seth Shaljian
19732299547
info@affordablepestnj.com
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Douglas County Tree Service Publishes Guide to Hiring a Tree Removal Company

September 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
Douglas County Tree Service has published a new homeowner resource, “How to Choose a Tree Removal Service in Douglasville, GA,” to help property owners compare tree removal companies before approving work. The guide explains how insurance, written estimates, equipment access, debris removal, stump grinding, and site conditions can change both the scope and price of a tree removal project.
The company developed the guide to address a common problem: two estimates may appear to cover the same tree but include very different work. One contractor may quote only the cutting and removal of the trunk, while another proposal may include rigging, hauling logs, removing brush, protecting nearby landscaping, cleaning the work area, and grinding the stump. The new resource encourages property owners to compare those details instead of relying on the final price alone.

“A clear estimate should tell a property owner what will happen from the time the crew arrives until the property is cleaned up,” said Alex Laldin, marketing director for Douglas County Tree Service. “Questions about equipment, access, debris, stump work, and property protection are easier to settle before the project starts than after a tree is already on the ground.”
Insurance is one of the first issues covered in the hiring guide. Professional tree removal can involve climbing, rigging, chainsaws, heavy wood, cranes or other equipment, and work close to houses, driveways, utility lines, fences, and neighboring property. The article advises homeowners to request current proof of insurance and to ask whether the people completing the work are employees, subcontractors, or a combination of both.
The guide also recommends asking for a written scope of work. That document should identify which tree or trees will be addressed, whether limbs and logs will be hauled away, what cleanup is included, and whether stump grinding is part of the quoted price. If a customer wants firewood or wood chips left on the property, that request should also be documented. These details give the homeowner a practical way to compare proposals on equal terms.
Access can be just as important as tree size. A tall tree in an open area may be easier to manage than a smaller tree behind a narrow gate or beside a roof, pool, retaining wall, septic area, or landscaped bed. Slope, soil conditions, usable drop zones, overhead obstacles, and room for equipment can all affect how the crew plans the job. Photographs may help with an initial discussion, but the company notes that an on-site assessment can reveal conditions that are not clear in pictures.
Property owners are also encouraged to ask how nearby surfaces and structures will be protected. Depending on the site, a crew may need to control and lower sections of the tree rather than allowing them to fall freely. Driveways, lawns, fences, roofs, gardens, and outdoor living areas can affect equipment placement and debris movement. A detailed plan helps establish reasonable expectations for access and cleanup.
Stump work should be discussed before the removal is scheduled. Leaving a stump may be acceptable in an unused wooded area, but it may interfere with mowing, landscaping, fencing, replanting, or construction. The guide explains that stump grinding is often priced and performed separately from cutting down the tree, so homeowners should confirm the intended depth, cleanup, and handling of grindings.
The resource also advises homeowners to understand why removal has been recommended. A damaged limb, crowded canopy, or branch touching a structure may call for trimming rather than removal of the entire tree. By contrast, a dead, severely damaged, or structurally compromised tree may require a broader response. Projects involving multiple trees, brush, and site preparation may be better defined as land clearing.
Permit requirements and utility considerations can vary by location and project type. The company recommends confirming applicable local requirements before work begins, particularly when removal is connected to construction, property redevelopment, or work near a boundary or utility area.
The complete hiring guide is available on the company’s website. Property owners seeking tree removal in Douglasville can use the resource as a checklist when requesting estimates and discussing the job with prospective contractors.
Douglas County Tree Service provides tree removal, tree trimming, stump grinding, emergency storm cleanup, and land-clearing services in Douglasville and surrounding communities. The company also publishes educational resources designed to help Georgia property owners plan tree work and understand the factors that affect safety, access, cleanup, and project scope.


 
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Compassion Behavioral Health Publishes New Resource Spotlighting Mental Health as a Core Standard in Addiction Treatment

HOLLYWOOD, FL - September 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
Compassion Behavioral Health has published a new educational resource examining the role mental health care can play when patients and families evaluate addiction treatment centers. The newly released article, “Top Addiction Treatment Centers Built Around Mental Health Care,” explores the connection between substance use disorders, psychiatric symptoms, withdrawal management, and continuing behavioral health treatment.
The resource emphasizes that substance use treatment may involve more than addressing alcohol or drug consumption in isolation. Depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, trauma-related symptoms, and other psychiatric conditions can occur alongside substance use disorders. The article identifies mental health assessment as an important part of treatment planning, particularly during early care when clinicians evaluate withdrawal risks, substance use history, physical health, psychiatric symptoms, and the appropriate next level of treatment.

This focus reflects broader federal guidance on co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, approximately 21.2 million U.S. adults experienced both a mental illness and a substance use disorder in 2024. SAMHSA’s 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health also found that 41.2 percent of adults with both conditions received neither substance use treatment nor mental health treatment during the year, while only 14.5 percent received treatment for both.
Compassion Behavioral Health’s website describes a continuum of services that includes medical detoxification, residential care, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient programming, outpatient treatment, and virtual therapy. Treatment services address alcohol and other substance use disorders as well as conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and co-occurring disorders.
Treatment approaches listed by the provider include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, transcranial magnetic stimulation, neurofeedback, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, individual therapy, and group therapy. Specialty services include dual diagnosis care, family programming, medication-assisted treatment, and programming for veterans.
The Hollywood location is identified by Compassion Behavioral Health and an independent Psychology Today listing as providing detoxification and residential levels of care. The provider describes medical detox as involving 24-hour supervision during withdrawal management, while residential care provides a structured setting for continued treatment.
These distinctions can be relevant for people researching drug rehab Hollywood, Florida options. Addiction treatment is not a single level of care, and the appropriate setting can vary according to medical stability, withdrawal risk, psychiatric symptoms, substance use severity, home environment, and treatment history.
People comparing alcohol rehab Hollywood Florida programs may also consider whether a provider can identify and address co-occurring psychiatric concerns. The newly published resource places this relationship within the broader discussion of evaluating addiction treatment centers and explains why psychiatric assessment during stabilization may help inform decisions about residential, dual diagnosis, or outpatient care.
Independent information provides additional context regarding the organization’s credentials. Psychology Today lists Compassion Behavioral Health at 1701 Mayo St, Hollywood, FL 33020 as a verified treatment center and reports that the organization has been in business for 11 years. The directory lists credentials associated with The Joint Commission, the Florida Department of Children and Families, and the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. It also identifies addiction, dual diagnosis, trauma, and PTSD among the center’s areas of treatment.
The Joint Commission states that its behavioral health accreditation program requires participating organizations to demonstrate compliance with national standards through comprehensive reviews. Those standards address areas including treatment practices, staffing, leadership, emergency planning, facilities, quality, patient safety, appropriate levels of care, and transitions between services.
For patients entering searches such as alcohol rehab near me Hollywood Florida, proximity may be one consideration, but the resource encourages evaluation of broader clinical factors. Available levels of care, mental health capabilities, licensing, accreditation, evidence-based therapies, treatment for co-occurring disorders, medication management, and continuity following detox can all influence treatment planning.
The resource may also be useful to patients and families in surrounding communities, including Emerald Hills, Harbor Islands, Hollywood Lakes, Hollywood Hills, and Hollywood Beach. Location-specific searches can help people identify nearby treatment programs, while clinical information can help them compare the services and levels of care those programs provide.
National data further support the relevance of integrated behavioral health services. SAMHSA reported that in 2024, 62.3 percent of substance use treatment facilities offered treatment for co-occurring disorders together with either serious mental illness in adults or serious emotional disturbance in children, up from 59.4 percent in 2021.


The new article adds to Compassion Behavioral Health’s educational materials on addiction, mental health, detoxification, dual diagnosis, and treatment planning. Its central focus is that detoxification, residential care, psychiatric treatment, psychotherapy, and continuing recovery support can function as connected parts of behavioral health treatment rather than isolated services.

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1701 Mayo St, Hollywood, FL 33020
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All Around Fence Cites Owner Involvement Amid More Competition

PASADENA, MD - September 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
More fencing contractors compete for jobs across Anne Arundel County than a decade ago, and homeowners often cannot tell which one will show up once a contract is signed. All Around Fence says its answer has not changed since it opened its doors. The owner is involved in every job, from the first measurement to the final walkthrough.
In the company's experience, complaints about a crowded fencing market tend to follow the same shape: a sales representative measures the yard, then a different crew installs the fence, and neither one answers the phone if something needs fixing afterward. Homeowners frequently deal with a different person at every stage of a project, a gap the company says is where most of the frustration with larger contractors starts. All Around Fence built its process around closing that gap rather than working around it.

All Around Fence sends an owner, not a sales representative, to measure the property, and the owner returns for the final walkthrough once the crew has finished. The company calls this its Owner-Onsite Promise, and it applies across every material the company installs, including wood, vinyl, aluminum and chain link. Measurements also follow what the company calls the Maryland Measure Method, accounting for local setbacks, slope and soil conditions before a post goes in the ground.
The approach carries third-party backing. All Around Fence holds Maryland Home Improvement Commission license No. 97820 with zero complaints on record, along with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and a Super Service Award from Angie's List earned in 2014. Jim Ver Hoef founded the company, and his son, Jeremy Verhoef, now runs day-to-day operations while continuing the same owner-on-site standard.
Customers can also request a photo log of their own installation, with images taken throughout the fence installation, from the initial post-setting through the finished line. The record exists so that the work remains documented even when a homeowner cannot be on-site at every stage of a project.
That standard shows up in the company's current Google rating as well, a 4.9-star average across 194 reviews, a total the company has watched grow steadily as installations continue across Anne Arundel County each season. Company records show many of those reviews reference the same detail: the person who measured the yard was still involved when the job was finished.
The same process applies whether the job is in Pasadena, Glen Burnie, Severn, Annapolis or one of the more than a dozen other Anne Arundel County communities the company serves. It also applies to gate installation, including automated residential gates and larger commercial and community entrances, which the company installs under the same owner-on-site standard as its fencing work.
"Biggest thing that sets us apart is that we have kept our business small," said Jeremy Verhoef, owner of All Around Fence. "We handle everything from start to finish within the family. The owners are the salespeople and your main points of contact."
"The person that measures your house meets you onsite and makes sure the job gets done the right way," Verhoef said. "You have someone of authority from start to finish, so your job is done right and as you expected it the first time."
Homeowners in Pasadena, Glen Burnie, Severn and the surrounding Anne Arundel County communities can request a free estimate by calling All Around Fence at (443) 838-9374. Recent reviews from the company's work in the area can be found on its Google Business Profile.
About All Around Fence 


All Around Fence is a family-owned fencing contractor based in Pasadena, Maryland, serving Anne Arundel County for more than 25 years. The company installs wood, vinyl, aluminum, and chain-link fencing, along with residential and commercial gates, for homeowners throughout Pasadena, Glen Burnie, Severn, Annapolis, Severna Park, and surrounding communities. All Around Fence holds Maryland Home Improvement Commission license No. 97820 and carries an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. More information is available at www.allaroundfenceanddecks.com.
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Jeremy Verhoef
(443) 838-9374
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8130 Ventnor Rd, Pasadena, MD 21122
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Emergency Private Dentist East Dulwich Expands Same-Day Availability for Patients Needing Urgent Dental Care at The Gardens Dental Centre (Smile 4 U)

London, England - September 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
The Gardens Dental Centre (Smile 4 U) has expanded its same-day appointment availability from 20th September 2026 for patients in East Dulwich seeking urgent emergency dental care. The expanded diary means more patients experiencing sudden dental pain or acute dental problems can now access assessments promptly. Appointments are open to both new and existing patients presenting with urgent dental concerns.
Dental emergencies cover situations where immediate attention is needed and waiting for a routine appointment is not a practical option. Severe toothache, a knocked-out or broken tooth, a lost filling or crown, a dental abscess, or significant swelling around the mouth and jaw are among the most common reasons patients seek same-day care. Left unaddressed, some of these situations can deteriorate, with infections in particular carrying the potential to spread if not treated promptly.

A study titled "Characteristics of the Emergency and Urgent Care System Important to Patients: A Qualitative Study" (DOI: 10.1258/jhsrp.2007.007097), conducted by O'Cathain A, Coleman P, and Nicholl J, and published in the Journal of Health Services Research & Policy on 1 April 2008, explored patients' experiences of emergency and urgent care in North-East England. The findings highlighted that urgent conditions can cause substantial discomfort and disrupt daily life, and that timely access to emergency care was important to patients in managing their symptoms. These findings relate to urgent care generally and should not be interpreted as evidence specific to dental emergencies or any particular practice or treatment outcome.
Same-day appointments at The Gardens Dental Centre (Smile 4 U) begin with a thorough assessment of the presenting problem. The dentist examines the affected area, takes X-rays where clinically indicated, and identifies the cause before discussing available treatment options with the patient. The aim of the emergency appointment is to relieve pain, stabilise the situation, and establish a clear pathway for any follow-up treatment that may be required.
Insights about dental emergency appointments at The Gardens Dental Centre (Smile 4 U) are available at: https://smile4u.co.uk/dentist-east-dulwich-london/general-dentistry/dental-emergencies/.
The Gardens Dental Centre (Smile 4 U) is a private dental practice serving patients across East Dulwich and the surrounding areas of South East London. Alongside emergency dental care, the practice provides routine examinations, fillings, extractions, hygiene appointments, and restorative treatments depending on the patient's clinical needs. The team adapts the pace of appointments for patients who experience anxiety around dental visits, giving them more time to feel informed and comfortable before any treatment begins. This is particularly relevant in emergency situations where patients may already be distressed from pain or trauma on arrival.
The practice provides longer appointment times as part of its private care model, allowing for more thorough examinations and extended treatment discussions where the clinical situation requires it. Patients are seen on an individual basis, with treatment pathways determined by clinical assessment at each appointment.
Practice information about The Gardens Dental Centre (Smile 4 U), including its dental team, is available at: https://smile4u.co.uk/dentist-east-dulwich-london/.
In some cases, the pain associated with a dental emergency may stem from a problem affecting the inner pulp of a tooth, where the nerve and blood supply sit. When infection or damage reaches this part of the tooth, the resulting pain can be severe and persistent. During the emergency consultation, the dentist will carry out a thorough assessment to identify whether this is the underlying cause. Where the clinical findings indicate it, root canal treatment may be recommended as the appropriate course of action.
Root canal treatment involves removing the affected tissue from inside the tooth, cleaning and shaping the root canals, and sealing the tooth to prevent reinfection. The procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic, with patient experience varying depending on individual clinical circumstances. Whether root canal treatment is the right option depends entirely on the clinical assessment carried out during the appointment, and no treatment proceeds without a clear explanation of what it involves and why it has been recommended.
Further details about root canal treatment at The Gardens Dental Centre (Smile 4 U) can be found at: https://smile4u.co.uk/dentist-east-dulwich-london/general-dentistry/root-canal-treatment/.
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The Gardens Dental Centre (Smile 4 U) can be contacted directly to arrange a same-day emergency appointment or to ask questions ahead of attending. Patients experiencing acute dental pain or trauma are encouraged to contact the practice as early in the day as possible to maximise the likelihood of being seen on the same day.

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The Gardens Dental Centre (Smile 4 U), 44B The Gardens, London SE22 9QQ, United Kingdom

ELIS Manufacturing & Packaging Details Sports Nutrition Manufacturing Standards in GMP Certified Facility

KAUFMAN, TX - September 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
ELIS Manufacturing & Packaging Solutions, a Texas-based contract manufacturer serving the nutraceutical and performance supplement sectors, has outlined the quality protocols and turnkey capabilities that support its sports nutrition manufacturing operations. The company detailed how its GMP certified and FDA registered facility produces performance products for brands ranging from emerging startups to established lines.
The sports nutrition category has grown alongside rising consumer interest in fitness, recovery, and athletic performance, placing greater demands on the contract manufacturers that supply the market. ELIS Manufacturing produces a range of formats for the sector, including protein powders, pre-workout formulations, post-workout and recovery solutions, amino acid products, creatine, energy and endurance supplements, and sports hydration products.
According to the company, every product manufactured at its facility is subject to quality controls designed to meet the standards expected of supplements intended for athletes and fitness consumers. The company operates within a GMP certified and FDA registered environment, and each batch undergoes comprehensive testing through an ISO 17025 certified third-party laboratory partner. That testing includes mandatory microbial and heavy metals analysis performed on every production lot regardless of size.
Beyond baseline safety testing, ELIS Manufacturing & Packaging Solutions conducts rotational analytics testing on label claim ingredients for all manufactured products. The company said this systematic verification is intended to confirm that supplements consistently deliver the nutritional profile and active ingredients stated on the label. For products where ELIS provides packaging services only, receiving pre-blended powders from another manufacturer, the company still conducts standard microbial testing with yeast and mold analysis on every incoming shipment.
For brands targeting competitive athletes, ELIS Manufacturing offers compatibility with the Informed Sport and Informed Choice certification programs. These third-party certification systems provide athletes with assurance that supplements have been tested for banned substances, a consideration for competitors subject to anti-doping regulations. The company said its manufacturing protocols are structured to accommodate these certification requirements.
"Athletes and everyday fitness consumers place a lot of trust in what goes into their supplements, and that trust has to be earned batch after batch," said Elizabeth Sanders, Chief Executive Officer of ELIS Manufacturing & Packaging Solutions. "We built our sports nutrition manufacturing around independent testing and full documentation because a label claim only means something if it can be verified. Our job is to give brands a partner they can stand behind."
The company positions its offering as a complete turnkey solution, handling each stage of production from formulation through fulfillment. Its formulation team works with brands to develop custom performance blends, integrate trending ingredients, and create flavor profiles suited to protein and sports supplement applications. ELIS Manufacturing said this integrated approach is designed to reduce the complexity of coordinating multiple vendors and to limit the risk of supply chain disruptions.
Packaging capabilities are structured around the needs of active consumers. The company produces protein tubs and gusseted pouches engineered to protect powder supplements from moisture and contamination, along with single-serve sachets and stick packs intended for pre-workout formulas, protein servings, and other products consumed at specific points in a training cycle. Precision filling equipment supports consistent dosing across these formats, while printing services allow for branding and nutritional information on packaging of varying sizes.
Production capacity is designed to scale with a brand's stage of growth. Minimum order quantities start at 20,000 units for sachets and stick packs and 2,000 units for bottled powders and capsules, a threshold the company said makes it feasible for emerging brands to enter the sports nutrition market without prohibitive initial investment. For established lines, the facility supports higher-volume production runs.
ELIS Manufacturing & Packaging Solutions also offers value-added services including strategic ingredient sourcing, precision blending, custom printing, durable bottle printing, kitting, and climate-controlled warehousing for powders, liquids, and capsules. The company said these end-to-end capabilities are intended to support consistency across a product line as brands expand.
ELIS Manufacturing & Packaging Solutions is based in Kaufman, Texas, and provides contract manufacturing and packaging services across the nutraceutical, sports nutrition, beauty, food and beverage, and pet food industries. For more information, visit www.elismanufacturing.com.


 

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ELIS Manufacturing & Packaging Solutions
Keith Vinson
469-656-3222
info@elismanufacturing.com
2470 N State Hwy 34
Kaufman, TX 75142
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Big Easy Roofing Opens Flashing Repair Service Aimed At Leaks Misdiagnosed As Roof Failure

September 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
Big Easy Roofing in Metairie has opened a roof flashing repair service across Jefferson Parish, targeting the junctions where the company said most leaks actually begin. Roof leaks rarely start in the open field of a roof. They start where the roof meets something else, at a chimney, a sidewall, a valley or a skylight.
The service covers chimney flashing, including the step, apron and counter flashing that work together at a masonry chimney, along with step flashing where a roof plane meets a vertical wall, apron flashing at eaves, valley metal, skylight flashing and pipe boots. Each of those details depends on metal lapped in a specific order. When the order is wrong, or when sealant has been used in place of properly lapped metal, water travels behind the flashing and surfaces on a ceiling well away from the point where it entered.
According to the company, failures follow a small number of patterns. Counter flashing that was surface mounted and caulked instead of let into a mortar joint releases as the sealant ages. Step flashing that was face nailed through its exposed face leaves fastener holes in the drainage path. Valley metal that was cut short at the eave dumps water behind the gutter. Big Easy Roofing said each of those conditions is repairable without touching the surrounding roof.
Aluminum step and apron flashing is used on standard runs. Copper is used at chimneys and on the older housing stock in Old Metairie where an owner requests it, both for durability and to match existing metalwork. The company said the service covers all Metairie neighborhoods, including Bucktown, Lake Vista and the corridors along Veterans Memorial Boulevard and Metairie Road.
Work begins with a free inspection that traces the leak back to its source rather than treating the stain on the ceiling as the location of the problem. The assessment is photographed, and the owner receives a written scope with fixed pricing before a crew is scheduled. The company said most flashing repairs take two to four hours and are completed within the same week they are quoted.
Big Easy Roofing in Metairie said the service exists because flashing failures are frequently handled as full roof replacements. A roof with sound shingles and failed step flashing does not need to come off. It needs the metal corrected, at a fraction of the cost and in an afternoon rather than a day.
Reused flashing is the most common problem the company reports finding on Metairie roofs that were replaced within the last decade. Metal already at the end of its life when the shingles around it were torn off continues to fail on its original schedule, now beneath a roof the owner believes is new. The company said pipe boots follow a similar pattern, hardening and splitting under sun exposure years before the roof around them needs attention.
"Somebody sees water on a bedroom ceiling and the first quote they get is for a whole new roof," a company spokesperson said. "Sometimes that is the right answer. Very often it is eight feet of step flashing that was face nailed and caulked instead of woven in properly. We would rather find that and say so."
Every flashing repair carries a workmanship warranty, matched to the original manufacturer coverage on the roof where that coverage remains in force. The company said matching the two matters because an improper repair can void what is left of the manufacturer coverage on an otherwise healthy roof.


Big Easy Roofing in Metairie provides residential and commercial roofing services across the New Orleans metropolitan area. Its work includes roof inspections, leak detection, roof repair and replacement, gutter and downspout installation and repair, ventilation, soffit installation and repair, roof coatings, and storm damage assessment and emergency response. The flashing repair service is available for scheduling now in Metairie and throughout Jefferson Parish, with free inspections offered ahead of any written scope.
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Florida Family Law Firm Explains When A Marriage May Not Actually Be Valid

CORAL GABLES, FL - September 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
Manuel Segarra, founder of Segarra & Associates, P.A., says one of the biggest misconceptions about annulment is that regret alone is enough to undo a marriage. Segarra explains that most people believe an annulment is simply a quick divorce for a marriage that did not last long, but that is not the real question. The real question is whether something was legally wrong with the marriage when it began.
That distinction can turn what sounds like an unusual relationship story into a significant legal problem. Florida law distinguishes between divorce, which terminates a valid marriage, and circumstances in which a purported marriage may be void or voidable. Florida courts recognize several circumstances that can potentially affect the validity of a marriage, including lack of capacity to consent, fraud going to the essence of the marital relationship, duress and the existence of a prior undissolved marriage. Florida court materials even identify extreme intoxication at the ceremony and a marriage entered solely to obtain a green card as examples that can potentially implicate annulment law, depending on the facts. At Segarra & Associates, P.A., these are not hypothetical questions; they are issues the firm regularly navigates on behalf of clients across South Florida.
The impulsive Las Vegas wedding has become almost a cultural cliché. Two people are having a great weekend, drinks are flowing, somebody suggests getting married, and hours later there is a marriage certificate and considerably less enthusiasm about the idea than there was the night before. But waking up and regretting the decision does not necessarily mean the marriage can simply be annulled. Segarra explains that if two adults understood what they were doing, voluntarily got married and then regretted it the next morning, regret by itself does not make the marriage invalid. The analysis becomes very different, he says, if somebody was so intoxicated or impaired that they were incapable of understanding that they were entering into a marriage.
Florida courts have discretion to recognize that a marriage may be voidable where a spouse lacked the ability to consent because, at the time of the ceremony, the spouse suffered from a serious temporary mental impairment or was under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Being drunk enough to make a terrible decision is not necessarily the same as being so impaired that a person was incapable of legally consenting to the decision. As with most contested family-law issues, evidence matters. The witnesses, photographs, video, communications, the circumstances surrounding the ceremony, and even what the couple did after returning home can all become important.
Another scenario Segarra points to sounds like something pulled from reality television. A person falls in love, marries, helps a new spouse navigate the immigration process, and then becomes convinced the relationship was never genuine, alleging the marriage was only for a green card. That allegation can potentially raise an annulment issue, but Segarra says the analysis is considerably more complicated than simply accusing a spouse of having an ulterior motive. Florida authority recognizes fraud as a potential basis for annulment when the fraud goes to the essence of the marital relationship, and some courts may consider a marriage entered solely to obtain a green card as an example of fraud that may qualify. Still, an unhappy marriage does not become fraudulent simply because one spouse later questions the other's motives. Segarra explains that the question becomes what the person intended when entering the marriage and, just as importantly, what can actually be proven. There is a big difference between believing somebody used you and having evidence that the marriage was fraudulent from the beginning. Texts, emails, witness testimony, financial arrangements, living arrangements and communications surrounding the marriage may become significant. Because immigration status is governed by federal law while annulment involves state family law, immigration counsel may also be necessary where immigration consequences are involved.
Segarra says another situation surprises people precisely because it does not always begin with deception. A married couple separates, years pass, they live in different cities with separate bank accounts and barely speak, and both move on with their lives. One meets someone new, falls in love and eventually remarries. However, nobody ever legally ended the first marriage. Segarra notes that people sometimes think that because they have been separated for ten years, they are essentially divorced, but that is not the case; a marriage that was never legally dissolved may still stand, regardless of how separate the parties' lives have become. That can create a serious problem for the second marriage. Florida courts have recognized that a marriage is not valid when one of the parties has a living, undivorced legal spouse at the time of the later marriage.
That does not necessarily mean the person intentionally tried to commit bigamy. Sometimes the facts are far more mundane. Someone thought a divorce had been completed, someone assumed papers signed years earlier ended the marriage, someone believed an estranged spouse had handled it, or two people separated so long ago that they simply stopped thinking about the legal status of the marriage. Florida's criminal bigamy statute itself recognizes several exceptions, including circumstances in which a person reasonably believes they are legally eligible to remarry. The separate family-law question, however, remains whether the later marriage was legally valid. That question can suddenly become enormously important when the later relationship ends or when someone dies, and questions arise involving property, inheritance, insurance, retirement benefits or who was actually the legal spouse. Segarra says that is when what everyone assumed for years can suddenly matter a great deal, and that the first thing he wants to see is the paperwork — marriage number one, the divorce judgment, when it was entered, and then marriage number two, since the dates can tell a great deal.
Despite the colorful scenarios, Segarra says the biggest lesson is relatively simple: annulment is not an undo button for a bad marriage. A marriage can last four days and still require a divorce. Conversely, a marriage may have existed for considerably longer before someone discovers facts raising legitimate questions about its validity. Florida courts distinguish between marriages that are void and those that are voidable, a distinction that can affect whether the marriage was legally valid, whether subsequent conduct could potentially ratify it, and what relief should be requested from a court.
For Segarra, the starting point is less technical. He says that when somebody calls and says they want an annulment, he does not start by asking how long they were married. Instead, he wants to know what happened when they got married; whether somebody was already married, whether there was fraud, whether both people had the capacity to consent, whether somebody was coerced, and what happened after they discovered the problem. Then comes the question that often determines whether an interesting story becomes a viable legal case: what can be proven. Marriage certificates, prior divorce judgments, text messages, emails, financial records, photographs, video and witness testimony may all become important depending on the claimed basis for annulment, and the firm advises individuals to preserve records concerning the marriage, prior marriages, and communications surrounding consent or representations. Segarra says what somebody believes happened is important, but when someone walks into court, what can be proven is what matters.
For someone facing an unusual marriage-validity issue, Segarra recommends determining the legal status of the marriage before assuming that divorce, or annulment, is necessarily the correct remedy. That is particularly important when prior marriages, foreign marriages or divorces, immigration issues, disputed consent or questions about capacity are involved. Segarra says family law produces some pretty incredible fact patterns, but the law still comes back to the same basic question: was there a legally valid marriage in the first place. Sometimes the answer is straightforward, sometimes it requires considerably more investigation, and occasionally someone walks into a lawyer's office expecting to end a marriage only to discover that the more interesting question is whether the marriage legally existed at all.
Segarra & Associates, P.A. is a Florida family law firm representing clients in divorce, annulment, parental responsibility and time-sharing, child support, alimony, property disputes and other family-law matters. The firm serves clients throughout South Florida, Central Florida and the Treasure Coast. For additional information about annulment and other Florida family-law issues, visit Segarra & Associates, P.A.
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Airlines Add Winter Routes to Morocco as Travelers Seek Mild-Weather Destinations During Cold Season

September 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
Airlines are expanding winter routes to Morocco as travelers seek mild-weather destinations during the North American and European cold season, creating new opportunities for customized multi-region tours across the country's southern and coastal regions
Airlines serving Morocco have added winter-season routes from North America and Europe for the 2026-2027 season, responding to growing demand for warm-weather destinations during the northern winter months. Morocco Countryside Tours, a private tour operator based in Marrakech, reports that the expanded flight schedule has increased interest from travelers who want to visit Morocco between November and March, a period when daytime temperatures in the country's southern and coastal regions remain mild enough for extended outdoor itineraries including desert excursions and guided city tours.
Royal Air Maroc and several international carriers have added or increased frequencies on routes connecting major Canadian, U.S., and European cities to Marrakech and Agadir for the winter season, following a year in which Morocco received 19.8 million visitors in 2025 and over 14 million in the first eight months of 2026. Air Canada's seasonal service to Marrakech, which launched for the winter season, has provided a direct connection for Canadian travelers, while European low-cost carriers including Transavia, Ryanair, and easyJet have expanded their winter schedules to Moroccan destinations. The expanded air capacity comes as Morocco's tourism sector continues to set visitor records, with the country surpassing South Africa and Egypt to become Africa's most-visited destination according to reports from Bloomberg and Business Insider Africa.
"The winter season has become an increasingly popular window for travelers who want to experience Morocco without the peak summer heat," said Said, founder and head guide of Morocco Countryside Tours. "November through February offers excellent conditions for exploring the imperial cities, visiting the coast, and spending time in the desert, with daytime temperatures that are comfortable for full-day excursions. The expanded flight options make it easier for travelers from Canada and the United States to reach Morocco for a winter getaway without the long connections that were previously required."
The company has observed growth in winter bookings from North American travelers who are seeking cultural travel experiences during a period when many European destinations are cold and less accessible for outdoor activities. Said noted that winter itineraries tend to focus on the southern and coastal regions where temperatures remain mildest, including Marrakech, Essaouira, and the Sahara desert, with travelers spending less time in the High Atlas Mountains where snow and colder temperatures limit hiking during December and January. The winter season also offers fewer crowds at major tourist sites compared to the peak spring and fall months, which travelers who prefer a quieter experience often cite as a reason for booking during this period.
Morocco Countryside Tours designs customized itineraries that can be adapted to winter conditions, with routes that emphasize cultural sites, imperial city tours, and Saharan desert experiences rather than high-altitude trekking. The company's guides, native Berber speakers based in Marrakech, adjust itineraries based on seasonal weather and traveler preferences. The winter itinerary options typically include overnight stays in heated desert camps, guided visits to historic medinas, and coastal excursions to cities like Essaouira and Agadir, where winter temperatures remain in the comfortable range for walking tours.


Morocco Countryside Tours offers private guided tours departing from Marrakech and other departure cities, with winter itineraries that can include overnight desert camps in Erg Chebbi, guided walking tours of imperial cities, coastal excursions, and cultural visits to Berber communities. The company's tour options are available year-round, with seasonal adjustments to account for weather conditions across Morocco's diverse regions and climate zones.
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Morocco Countryside Tours
Contact Details:
+212 672 184 628
info@moroccocountrysidetours.com
Bab El Ksour, Marrakech, Morocco
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Peace of Growth Issues Guidance on AI Invoice Automation

Nottingham, England - September 23, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - 
Peace of Growth is issuing a voluntary advisory for US service businesses evaluating AI invoice automation, setting out checks for document accuracy, exception handling and approval responsibilities. The guidance addresses the decisions between receiving a supplier invoice and allowing its contents to change an operational or financial record.
The advisory follows the agency's September 10 announcement of its implementation partnership with Quartate. That collaboration covers document and data workflows, with a focus on field service businesses. Peace of Growth assesses the business requirement and manages the client relationship, while Quartate undertakes technical assessment and implementation of the agreed work.
The new guidance draws a clear boundary between extracting information and accepting it as correct. Reading a supplier name, purchase order reference or amount is one stage of a workflow. Establishing whether those details match the business's records, and deciding what happens when they do not, requires separate checks.
For an operator handling service visits, purchasing records and supplier paperwork, the advisory recommends defining a single recurring document process before expanding automation. The scope should identify the document's source, the record used to validate it, the intended destination and the person responsible when information is missing. This makes the proposed task specific enough to evaluate.
Peace of Growth recommends that evaluation documents include difficult examples as well as straightforward invoices. An unreadable reference, a duplicate submission or a mismatch between an order and a bill can reveal how a proposed system handles uncertainty. A successful demonstration on clean documents does not establish how it will behave across the full workload.
The advisory also separates a system's ability to prepare a record from its authority to act on that record. Businesses should specify which updates can proceed automatically, which require review and which actions remain with an authorized employee. The approval boundary should be established before a live workflow begins.
“An invoice can be read correctly and still be wrong for the job,” said Muhammad Sarim Khan, founder of Peace of Growth. “The useful test is whether the system can connect that document to the right records, explain a mismatch and stop when a decision needs a person. That is the conversation a business should have before discussing how fast the automation runs.”
Quartate's published approach describes checking AI output against existing records and retaining human approval for irreversible actions. The advisory applies that distinction to project evaluation rather than assuming that every document can move through the same path. Actual controls and integrations remain subject to the requirements of each engagement.
For measurement, the guidance recommends recording the volume processed, time spent reviewing exceptions and corrections required after processing. Comparisons should cover equivalent document types and include the effort that remains with staff. Software charges, maintenance and review time should also be included when considering the operating cost of a proposed workflow.
The advisory is voluntary company guidance, with the recommendations contained in this announcement. It establishes no certification or mandatory industry standard, and it reports no results from a completed joint deployment. Its purpose is to give owners and operations teams a defined basis for evaluating a proposed project.
Businesses considering an assessment can identify the workflow concerned and the records that would be needed to check it, then agree appropriate arrangements before sharing documents. Information about the agency's existing offering is available on its automation service page. Company and contact details are available from Peace of Growth.


Peace of Growth Ltd is a Nottingham-based growth agency founded by Muhammad Sarim Khan. It provides AI search visibility, Meta advertising and custom workflow automation services for customer acquisition and business operations.
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Peace of Growth
Muhammad Sarim Khan
+447453928810
sarim.khan@peaceofgrowth.com
85 Wrenthorpe Vale
Nottingham
NG11 9BU
United Kingdom
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