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Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles Partners with FireflyVR for Enhanced Patient Care Using Virtual Reality Preparation and Integration

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The collaboration integrates digital mindfulness experiences with evidence-based mental health treatments

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles (KCLA), a pioneer in Ketamine Infusion Therapy and comprehensive mental health care, has announced a collaboration with FireflyVR, a medical technology firm harnessing the power of immersive virtual reality experiences to radically improve treatment and care for behavioral health conditions across the care continuum.

With the support of FireflyVR, we’re proud to expand upon our existing preparation and integration program, which our licensed medical professionals exclusively provide to ensure safe, effective treatment for our patients.

FireflyVR’s platform, The Sanctuary, immerses patients in dynamic settings to enhance therapeutic experiences, coupled with evidence-based digital therapy programming that promotes focus, mindset cultivation, and cognitive behavioral changes.

The partnership will enhance KCLA’s preparation and integration program for patients undergoing ketamine infusions for depression and other mental health conditions. KCLA’s medical team will employ FireflyVR’s Sanctuary VR platform to engage patients in immersive mindfulness exercises such as breathwork and body scans, guided meditations, intention setting, releasing negative habits and feelings, and more. The library of educational content developed by KCLA and Firefly will help patients understand what to expect during their treatment journey. Patients will be able to reflect on their ketamine experiences in the virtual world of FireflyVR, check in on how they are feeling, and participate in engaging activities to improve therapeutic outcomes.

“With the support of FireflyVR, we’re proud to expand upon our existing preparation and integration program, which our licensed medical professionals exclusively provide to ensure safe, effective treatment for our patients. Leveraging the latest technologies to enhance care is our passion as we continue our mission of revolutionizing mental health care,” said Sam Mandel, CEO and Co-founder of KCLA. “Our entire team has undergone extensive training in preparation and integration to offer compassionate care for patients undergoing ketamine infusions. This cutting-edge tool will enhance the world-class treatment KCLA patients already receive daily.”

FireflyVR harnesses guided VR to promote neural activity that retrains and restores functional plasticity, engaging patients and enhancing their receptiveness to treatment during the pre-and-post treatment phases of Ketamine Infusion Therapy.

“Our Virtual Reality (VR) environments actively engage the brain, guiding patients to reset behaviors and immerse themselves in transformative practices like deep breathing, cognitive exercises, and mindfulness,” said Shel Mann, CEO of FireflyVR. “We are thrilled to expand our offering at KCLA and to begin empowering ketamine infusion patients with an innovative set of tools that support their healing journey.”

ABOUT KETAMINE CLINICS LOS ANGELES

Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles (KCLA), co-founded in 2014 by Dr. Steven L. Mandel and Sam Mandel, is a world-renowned pioneer in Ketamine Infusion Therapy and comprehensive mental health care. Operating from a state-of-the-art 5,000-square-foot center in Los Angeles, KCLA is the first and only ketamine clinic accredited by Quad A. With over 30,000 infusions administered and more than 6,000 patients treated, KCLA reports an 83% success rate in treating various mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and others. The clinic’s multidisciplinary team, led by board-certified anesthesiologists, psychiatrists, and other specialized medical professionals, offers personalized treatment plans incorporating Ketamine Infusion Therapy, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and Psychiatric Medication Management. KCLA accepts 12 of California’s largest health insurance networks. With a commitment to innovation, accessibility, and compassion, they are a modern mental health care leader.

ABOUT FIREFLY VR

FireflyVR is a software platform company leveraging virtual reality (VR) and digital health technology across various healthcare verticals. Their vision is to expand the accessibility and efficacy of mental health treatments through innovation. Their mission is reimagining behavioral health and digital therapies, wearable biosensor technology, and immersive virtual environments to develop next-generation products and improve mental healthcare treatment.

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Brad Burge, Ketamine Clinics Los Angeles, 1 6508636887, brad@integrationcommunications.com, https://ketamineclinics.com

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Danish Publisher Automates Digital Textbook Delivery with Integrated WooCommerce-Webdoxx Solution

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Danish educational publisher eliminates manual processing errors and delivers instant access to more than 20 digital learning products

LONDON, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Forlaget 94, a Danish educational publisher serving commercial colleges and vocational schools since 1994, has transformed its digital textbook distribution by implementing a fully automated WooCommerce-Webdoxx solution.

“Using the Webdoxx-WooCommerce integration we have achieved full automation of order processing, fewer errors, and happier customers,” Tom Gertsen, IT Manager at Forlaget 94

Previously, Forlaget 94 relied on manual processes to distribute digital textbooks to customers. As demand for online educational materials grew, the publisher required a faster, more reliable way to manage orders, provision access, and reduce the risk of administrative errors.

Through its integration of WooCommerce with Webdoxx, Forlaget 94 now runs more than 20 educational products through a 100% automated workflow. The solution automatically processes customer orders and provides instant access to purchased digital textbooks, improving the experience for both customers and internal teams.

“The result is full automation of order processing, fewer errors, and happier customers,” said Tom Gertsen, IT Manager at Forlaget 94 and architect behind the WooCommerce-Webdoxx integration. The automated system has enabled Forlaget 94 to eliminate manual errors, accelerate customer processing, and increase customer satisfaction through immediate access provisioning. The implementation demonstrates how educational publishers can modernize digital content delivery while maintaining secure, managed access to learning materials.

Webdoxx, a service created and managed by Drumlin Security Ltd, provides online DRM and managed document delivery services for publishers, educational organizations, institutions, and commercial content providers.

About Forlaget 94

Forlaget 94 is a Danish educational publisher established in 1994, providing educational products for commercial colleges and vocational schools.

About Webdoxx

Webdoxx is an online DRM and managed document delivery service created and managed by Drumlin Security Ltd. The platform supports secure access to digital publications and documents across a range of sectors, including education, healthcare, government, finance, and publishing.

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Mike de Smith, Drumlin Security Ltd, 44 7768404712, info@drumlinsecurity.com, https://www.drumlinsecurity.com/

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139th Canton Fair Phase 3 Advances Toward a Better Life with New and Strengthened Product Zones

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GUANGZHOU, China, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) has rolled out nine newly established product zones. Phase 3 features an expanded and upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone and the inaugural presentation of a Functional & Technical Fabrics zone.

The upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone brings together 50 companies presenting a full spectrum of intelligent medical solutions, spanning AI-powered diagnostics, surgical robotics, and next‑generation eldercare technologies. Exhibits highlight how medical devices are becoming smaller, more precise, and increasingly non‑invasive. Capsule endoscopy systems demonstrate how gastrointestinal screening can be completed without discomfort, while AI‑enabled traditional Chinese medicine analyzers compress the inspection and inquiry process into minutes. Wearable glucose monitors make chronic disease management easier and more convenient.

Robotic technologies play a prominent role as well. Endoscopic and orthopedic surgical robots showcase enhanced precision through integrated human‑machine coordination, while bionic prosthetic hands use non‑invasive myoelectric sensing to independently control each finger. Intelligent rehabilitation systems, including lower‑limb exoskeletons and hand‑training devices, provide consistent support for patients recovering mobility. Companion‑style eldercare robots, equipped with monitoring and telemedicine functions, signal the rise of integrated home‑based health services.

The debuting Functional & Technical Fabrics zone highlights how the traditional textile industry is moving toward higher-end and smarter products. Exhibitors present materials that combine multi‑layered performance with intelligent responsiveness. Textiles featuring temperature‑regulating fibers, phase‑change materials, and light‑ or heat‑sensitive color‑shifting effects illustrate how fabrics are evolving into adaptive platforms capable of responding to environmental conditions.

Sustainability emerges as a defining theme. Bio‑based fibers, degradable films, recycled polyester, and organic cotton reflect a shift from isolated eco‑products toward full‑chain green manufacturing. High‑performance outdoor and protective applications further shape the narrative. Materials engineered for waterproof breathability, UV resistance, flame retardancy, and long‑term durability address rising demand across sportswear, professional protection, and medical environments. Smart textiles with embedded health‑monitoring modules demonstrate how apparel is beginning to function as a continuous wellness interface.

Both technology‑driven healthcare and advanced textiles are converging around a shared pursuit of a better life. As these advancements continue to evolve, they reflect a manufacturing landscape increasingly shaped by innovation, resilience, and a commitment to improving everyday living.

For pre-registration, please click: https://buyer.cantonfair.org.cn/register/buyer/email?source_type=16

 

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CupidFeel Insights Show How Shared Interests Affect Initial Connection Outcomes

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New behavioral insights from CupidFeel offer a carefully considered look at how shared interests influence whether an initial connection on a dating platform is sustained or abandoned in those first critical exchanges.

GIBRALTAR, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The findings by CupidFeel are not dramatic, but they are telling. People who referenced a shared interest — whether a genre of music, a type of cuisine, a sport, a creative practice, or even a shared discomfort with small talk — within the first few exchanges of a new conversation were found to be measurably more likely to continue that conversation beyond the initial contact window. The effect was not uniform across all interest categories; certain types of shared interest appeared to carry more relational weight than others.

It was also observed by CupidFeel that the timing of when shared interests entered a conversation mattered. Connections where common ground was discovered organically — through the natural flow of exchange rather than prompted by a profile field or a direct question — showed stronger indicators of sustained interest. The discovery, in other words, carried more meaning when it felt like something found rather than something declared.

Among the most quietly striking findings in the CupidFeel data was the role of specificity. Broad shared categories — “we both like travel,” “we both enjoy cooking” — were associated with polite, often brief exchanges that rarely extended past pleasantries. But when specificity entered the picture — when one person mentioned a particular documentary that had stayed with them, or a city they had visited and could not stop thinking about — the conversational energy shifted. Something opened up.

In a CupidFeel review of trends in profile engagements, those whose profiles reflected specific, idiosyncratic interests — rather than broadly appealing ones — also showed higher rates of receiving first messages, a finding that runs gently counter to the instinct many people have to present themselves in the most universally appealing terms possible.

What seemed to matter most was not the quantity of overlap but whether the overlap that existed was felt — whether it produced a sense of being seen in some particular, non-generic way. A CupidFeel review of early conversation patterns suggests that a single deeply resonant shared interest may be more generative for early connection than a long list of surface-level commonalities that, taken together, feel more like a demographic profile than a person.

About CupidFeel

CupidFeel is an online dating platform built around the belief that meaningful connections begin with emotional honesty and the willingness to let a conversation go somewhere real. It came into being for people who are less interested in the mechanics of dating and more drawn to the possibility of something that feels grounded — exchanges that move at their own pace, guided by genuine curiosity rather than performance.

A CupidFeel review of its own design principles returns consistently to the same question: what does it take for a first message to feel like it might be worth the journey? The platform makes room for the kind of interaction that doesn’t always have a clear destination but feels, from the first exchange, like something real. CupidFeel is a place where the unexpected is not something to be managed, but something to be welcomed.

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Timothy Albers, CupidFeel, 1 14845691657, smm@cupidfeel.com, https://cupidfeel.com/

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