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Silent Beacon Revolutionizes Workplace and Healthcare Safety with Innovative Panic Button Technology

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ROCKVILLE, Md., March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Silent Beacon, a rising leader in personal safety devices and workplace safety solutions, is making waves in the healthcare industry with its cutting-edge wearable panic button technology. With 82% of their clients now hailing from healthcare, Silent Beacon has become the go-to safety solution for hospitals, home healthcare agencies, hospice organizations, and community mental health programs across the United States.

At the core of Silent Beacon’s success is their groundbreaking panic button device, which offers direct 911 calls with two-way communication at the touch of a button.

At the core of Silent Beacon’s success is their groundbreaking panic button device, which offers direct 911 calls with two-way communication at the touch of a button, ensuring users can both send alerts and speak directly through the device during emergencies. This unique feature sets Silent Beacon apart as the only wearable solution delivering this level of immediate connectivity in critical situations.

In recent years, Silent Beacon has also expanded its offerings with its Business Safety Solutions Package, a comprehensive system designed for organizations to protect their teams and enhance workforce safety across the board. Complimentary to their panic buttons, with features like a cloud-based dashboard and mass alert portal, businesses can monitor employees’ safety, send custom notifications, and ensure compliance with OSHA workplace safety standards. Please note that Silent Beacon strongly values employees’ privacy, and as a result, tracking is only available to businesses when an employee triggers an emergency alert with their panic button.

The Growing Role of Panic Buttons in Healthcare Safety

The healthcare sector presents unique challenges, with workplace safety being a critical concern for employees such as nurses, therapists, and home care workers. Silent Beacon’s wearable panic button addresses these challenges by providing instant emergency alerts, GPS tracking, and customizable alert modes such as Footsteps and Silent Mode.

Key safety solution features for healthcare organizations include:

Real-Time Emergency Alerts for immediate responsiveness.Discreet Wearable Design that pairs with smartphones for seamless use.Custom Dashboards to send geo-targeted notifications to specific departments or locations.24/7 Monitoring Capabilities for enhanced lone worker safety.

Statistics from the U.S. Department of Labor highlight the necessity of workplace safety in healthcare, where 70% of non-fatal workplace violence victims are healthcare workers. Silent Beacon’s solutions are tailored to provide peace of mind to these professionals, ensuring their safety while they focus on caring for others.

Industry-Leading Features Set Silent Beacon Apart

Silent Beacon offers a versatile safety solution for both individual consumers and organizations, blending state-of-the-art technology with simplicity and reliability.

Unique features include:

Direct 911 calling with two-way communication.Five discreet alert modes, including Emergency Alert, Silent Mode, Footsteps, and Check-in.A robust Business Safety Solutions package that equips organizations with tools like a live map view, mass alert functionality, and compliance-ready reporting.An extended battery life of over 40 days, ensuring users can rely on their device when it matters most.Compatibility with iOS and Android apps, offering functionality for both personal and professional users.

Silent Beacon is also the only panic button company that caters to both enterprise and individual markets, ensuring their technology serves workplaces, families, and individuals alike.

What’s Next? Exciting Innovations in 2025

Silent Beacon continues to evolve its product offerings with exciting new features in the pipeline for 2025, including the Footsteps Pro feature and a new waterproof model that guarantees reliability under any conditions.

Additionally, Silent Beacon remains committed to empowering users with tools to stay safer while fostering a supportive community of people who prioritize personal and workplace security.

Join the Silent Beacon Community

Since its founding by CEO Kenny Kelley, Silent Beacon has been a pioneer in personal safety, combining innovative technology with a mission-driven approach to security. Serving businesses, healthcare providers, and individual consumers, Silent Beacon’s products have earned the trust of countless organizations and individuals worldwide.

For more information about Silent Beacon or to explore their safety solutions through a demo, speak with their safety experts by filling out their sales form. You might also be interested in purchasing a panic button for yourself, please visit the Silent Beacon shop.

Media Contact:
RJ Atkisson
Silent Beacon LLC
Phone: 443-771-1161
rj@silentbeacon.com

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MATSON ANNOUNCES ADDITION OF 3 MILLION SHARES TO EXISTING SHARE REPURCHASE PROGRAM AND QUARTERLY DIVIDEND OF $0.36 PER SHARE

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HONOLULU, April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of Matson, Inc. (NYSE: MATX), a leading U.S. carrier in the Pacific, approved adding three million shares to its existing share repurchase program and extending the program to December 31, 2029.  As of April 23, 2026, the existing share repurchase program had approximately 0.7 million shares remaining.  The Board also declared a second quarter dividend of $0.36 per common share.  The dividend will be paid on June 4, 2026 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on May 7, 2026.

“We are pleased to announce an additional three million shares to our existing share repurchase program,” said Matt Cox, Matson’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.  “Since we commenced our share repurchase program in August 2021, we have repurchased approximately 14.3 million shares, or approximately 33% of the then outstanding shares, for a total cost of $1.3 billion.  Going forward, we will continue to be both disciplined and opportunistic in our capital allocation, and we remain committed to returning excess cash to shareholders to create additional shareholder value over the long-term.” 

Shares will be repurchased in the open market from time to time at the Company’s discretion, based on ongoing assessments of the capital needs of the business, the market price of its common shares and general market conditions.  The Company may enter into Rule 10b5-1 plans to facilitate purchases under the program.  The repurchase program may be suspended or discontinued at any time.

About the Company

Founded in 1882, Matson (NYSE: MATX) is a leading provider of ocean transportation and logistics services.  Matson provides a vital lifeline of ocean freight transportation services to the domestic non-contiguous economies of Hawaii, Alaska, and Guam, and to other island economies in Micronesia.  Matson also operates premium, expedited services from China to Long Beach, California, which includes cargo from other Asia origins, provides services to Okinawa, Japan and various islands in the South Pacific, and operates an international export service from Alaska to Asia.  The Company’s fleet of owned and chartered vessels includes containerships, combination container and roll-on/roll-off ships and barges.  Matson Logistics, established in 1987, extends the geographic reach of Matson’s transportation network throughout North America and Asia.  Its integrated logistics services include rail intermodal, highway brokerage, warehousing, freight consolidation, supply chain management, and freight forwarding to Alaska.  Additional information about the Company is available at www.matson.com.

Forward Looking Statements

Statements in this news release that are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements,” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, that involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the relevant forward-looking statement, including but not limited to, statements about capital allocation plans, the timing, manner and volume of repurchases of common shares pursuant to the repurchase program, and use of excess cash.  These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance.  This release should be read in conjunction with our Annual Report on Form 10-K and our other filings with the SEC through the date of this release, which identify important factors that could affect the forward-looking statements in this release.  We do not undertake any obligation to update our forward-looking statements.

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Accord Specialty Pharmacy Named Finalist in MMIT’s 11th Annual Retail Specialty Pharmacy Patient Choice Awards

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ORLANDO, Fla., April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Accord Specialty Pharmacy, an independent specialty pharmacy serving patients across multiple states, has been named a finalist in the MMIT Patient Choice Awards, a recognition based on patient-reported satisfaction and experience.

Accord was selected as the only independent pharmacy among finalists in its category, alongside national pharmacy organizations such as Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy and Walmart Specialty Pharmacy. This distinction highlights the company’s commitment to delivering personalized, high-touch care for patients managing complex and chronic conditions.

The MMIT Patient Choice Awards recognize specialty pharmacies that demonstrate excellence in patient satisfaction, service quality, and overall care experience. Finalists are determined based on direct patient feedback, making the recognition a meaningful reflection of the trust patients place in their pharmacy providers.

“Being recognized alongside national organizations and as the only independent finalist validates our belief that personalized, patient-centered care drives better outcomes. We are building a model that combines clinical depth, national reach, and operational flexibility to better serve patients, providers, and partners.” said AJ Patel, Founder and Pharmacy Manager of Accord Specialty Pharmacy.

Accord Specialty Pharmacy supports patients across complex specialty categories, including oncology, rare disease, and infusion, through a clinically driven, high-touch care model designed to improve access, adherence, and outcomes. The company’s approach emphasizes personalized support, responsive care coordination, and strong clinical engagement to help patients navigate complex therapies more effectively. With a growing national footprint and multi-state licensure, Accord is positioned to support patients, providers, and partners across diverse markets.

For more information, visit MMIT Announces Finalists of the 11th Specialty Pharmacy Patient Choice Awards – MMITNetwork.

About Accord Specialty Pharmacy:

Accord Specialty Pharmacy is an ACHC-accredited, multi-state licensed independent specialty pharmacy located in Central Florida, dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals managing complex and chronic conditions. Through personalized support, clinical expertise, and a high-touch approach, Accord helps patients navigate every step of their treatment journey. Learn more at www.accordspecialty.com.

CONTACT: contact@accordspecialty.com

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HAIVISION ANNOUNCES VOTING RESULTS FROM 2026 ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS

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MONTRÉAL, April 23, 2026 /CNW/ – Haivision Systems Inc. (“Haivision” or the “Company”) (TSX: HAI) is pleased to announce the voting results from its annual meeting of shareholders held today in a virtual format.

A total of approximately 45.97 % of the issued and outstanding common shares of Haivision were represented at the meeting.

Election of Directors

Each of the six nominated directors of Haivision was elected as director of the Company with the following results:

Director

Votes
For

% Votes
For

Votes
Against

% Votes
Against

Miroslav Wicha

11,110,245

99.26 %

82,583

0.74 %

Harvey Bienenstock

11,155,137

99.66 %

37,691

0.34 %

Robin M. Rush

11,121,855

99.37 %

70,973

0.63 %

Neil Hindle

10,794,005

96.44 %

398,823

3.56 %

Julie Tremblay

10,941,969

97.76 %

250,859

2.24 %

Lee K. Levy II

9,084,418

81.16 %

2,108,410

18.84 %

2.   Appointment of Auditors

Deloitte LLP were reappointed auditors of the Company for the ensuing year with 12,492,582 (98.84%) votes cast in favour and 146,406 (1.16%) votes withheld.

3.   Approval of the Unallocated Awards under the Company’s Equity Incentive Plan

The Company’s unallocated awards were approved with 8,710,347 (77.82%) votes cast in favour and 2,482,481 (22.18%) votes cast against.

4.   Reapproval of Company’s Shareholder Rights Plan

The Company’s shareholder rights plan was approved with 10,572,490 (94.46%) votes cast in favour and 620,338 (5.54%) votes cast against.

Final voting results on all matters voted on at the meeting will be filed under Haivision’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.

About Haivision

Haivision is a leading global provider of mission-critical, real-time video streaming and visual collaboration solutions. Our connected cloud and intelligent edge technologies enable organizations globally to engage audiences, enhance collaboration, and support decision making. We provide high quality, low latency, secure, and reliable live video at a global scale. Haivision open sourced its award-winning SRT low latency video streaming protocol and founded the SRT Alliance to support its adoption. Awarded four Emmys® for Technology and Engineering from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, Haivision continues to fuel the future of IP video transformation. Founded in 2004, Haivision is headquartered in Montreal and Chicago with offices, sales, and support located throughout the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Learn more at haivision.com.

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