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Ivim Health Supports the Outsourcing Facilities Association’s Appeal of Court Ruling That Further Restricts Access to Compounded GLP-1 Medications

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Recent Federal Court Ruling Denying Request for an Injunction Will Endanger Patients by Limiting Access to Critical Weight Loss & Diabetes Drugs

COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ivim Health (Ivim), a leading telehealth platform comprised of obesity medicine physicians and nurse practitioners, joins the Outsourcing Association Facilities (OFA) in publicly disagreeing with a recent federal court ruling that sided with the Biden Administration’s FDA. . On March 6th, a federal judge’s decision effectively ended the compounding pharmacies’ ability to make safe and effective compounded versions of tirzepatide, a prevalent weight loss and diabetes drug. This decision threatens patient access to essential treatments, will exacerbate the supply shortage, and could drive individuals toward unsafe alternatives.

“This is a devastating setback for patients across the nation who depend on these medications for weight loss treatments and for managing conditions like type 2 diabetes and obesity,” said Ivim’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Taylor Kantor. “By restricting access to these safe and effective therapies, this ruling will drastically limit options for millions of Americans, forcing them to either forgo essential care, end treatment altogether, or seek dangerous alternatives that pose serious health risks.”

Ivim takes a comprehensive approach to obesity care and its customized patient-centric plans are carefully overseen by physicians, nurses, functional health coaches, and other experts. As a leading advocate for accessible healthcare, Ivim prioritizes safety, accessibility, and reliability in delivering GLP-1 medications to patients nationwide.

“There is a false narrative being widely promoted that conflates compounded GLP-1 medications with counterfeit products. Our medical providers ensure that all patients receive medications from state-licensed, FDA-regulated pharmacies. We offer our patients a safe and accessible option to utilize compounded GLP-1 medications in an environment where demand continues to outpace supply. In fact, we are concerned that this recent ruling could lead to further shortages as patients may resort to stockpiling their medications,” noted Dr. Jessica Duncan, Ivim’s Medical Director and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine In February, Ivim filed an amicus brief supporting the plaintiffs urging the court to grant a preliminary injunction in the case to enable more time for the Trump Administration’s FDA to take action to ensure patient access to compounded GLP-1 medications. The company continues to call on the FDA to reverse its recent decisions and allow compounding pharmacies to supply GLP-1 medications.  As supply shortages and high costs have made these medications inaccessible to many, Ivim calls on legislators, healthcare professionals, and patient advocates to join them in opposing this recent ruling and protecting access to life-changing medicines. “We urge the new FDA administration to reconsider their predecessors’ decisions and work toward a framework that prioritizes patient well-being, rather than restricting their options in favor of corporate profits,” added Dr. Taylor Kantor.

The company will continue to work tirelessly to support patients and ensure they have the necessary treatments.

About Ivim Health 

Ivím Health is a healthcare institution employing nearly 100 medical providers, including Obesity Medicine Physicians and Nurse Practitioners, dedicated to the optimization of the health and wellness for patients managing cardiometabolic conditions including obesity. Ivim Health is focused on patient safety and outcomes as its personalized therapy via telehealth model is vital to make America healthy again. It addresses the national discussion surrounding the GLP-1 medication shortage (e.g., Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Saxenda®, Mounjaro®, Zepbound®) and alternative options like compounded formularies from 503A and 503B pharmacies. 

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Melody Party Offers Over 20,000 Songs and Adds More Than a Thousand New Tracks Monthly, Enhancing Its Online Karaoke Experience

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SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Melody Party is a music social app featuring a variety of activities, including Mic Grab, Artist Mafia, and Singing Battle. Through its online karaoke feature, SING A SONG, the app brings the traditional karaoke experience online, removing time and location constraints and offering a music experience that combines real-time singing with social interaction.

SING A SONG features an extensive library of more than 20,000 songs, with over a thousand new songs added every month. Its diverse selection includes popular K-pop tracks, classic Korean songs, and karaoke favorites. The feature offers a free-use model, allowing users to start singing their chosen songs without paying a separate fee. This helps reduce the time and cost associated with visiting traditional coin-operated karaoke venues, making it easier to enjoy singing as part of everyday life.

In terms of functionality, SING A SONG supports pitch adjustment and independent volume controls for vocals and accompaniment, allowing users to customize their singing experience according to their preferences. Users can also create online karaoke rooms, invite friends to sing together in real time, and enjoy voice chat and social interaction.

By continuously expanding its song library and offering diverse music-based interactive experiences, Melody Party continues to strengthen its music ecosystem. Through SING A SONG, the platform aims to create an accessible, highly interactive online music social space.

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Drawing new strength from 20-year legacy, IAACA calls on global counterparts to join annual conference to fortify integrity

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MARRAKECH, Morocco, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The International Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (IAACA), an independent and non-political anti-corruption organisation with over 190 member anti-corruption authorities (ACAs) worldwide, will co-host IAACA Annual Conference 2026 in Marrakech, Morocco next month together with the Independent Commission Against Corruption of Hong Kong, China (ICAC) and the National Authority for Probity, Prevention and Fight Against Corruption of Morocco (INPPLC) to chart a path for the global graft fight and explore cutting-edge approaches to tackle emerging corruption challenges.

Themed “Building on 20 Years of Legacy: Drawing Strength from the Past, Guarding Global Integrity for the Future”, the international event will not only mark the 20th anniversary of the IAACA, but also provide a dynamic forum for IAACA members to exchange insights and enhance co-operation.

Calling on international counterparts to participate in the conference scheduled for November 25, IAACA President Mr Woo Ying-ming, who also serves as ICAC Commissioner, said that “As the IAACA marks its 20th anniversary, the conference will bring together global anti-corruption community at a pivotal moment for collective action. I anticipate that the valuable insights and new approaches generated through the international synergy will chart a resilient strategic path for us to navigate integrity risks and draw strength from our shared legacy to guard global integrity for generations to come.”

During the conference, renowned international experts from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Basel Institute on Governance, the International Anti-Corruption Academy, and global anti-corruption and law enforcement agencies and institutions will shed light on harnessing artificial intelligence in the fight against corruption, safeguarding integrity within global climate and biodiversity frameworks and analysing global corruption measurement and systemic effectiveness.

Following the conference, the ICAC, the INPPLC, the IAACA and the UNODC will co-organise a training seminar on leveraging AI in combating corruption.

While the ICAC and INPPLC will share how AI and new technology can reshape the future of anti-graft enforcement and corruption prevention, the UNODC will provide a global perspective on using AI models in financial crime investigations and addressing the operational relevance, legal robustness and adaptability across jurisdictions.

For details of the conference and training, please visit:
https://www.icac.org.hk/icac/iaaca-morocco-2026/index.html

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Viettel moves 100 million subscribers to home-grown cloud-native charging in three months – with zero downtime

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HANOI, Vietnam, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Viettel High Technology Industries Corporation (Viettel High Tech), part of Viettel Group, has migrated more than 100 million subscribers and some 5,000 tariff plans at Viettel, Vietnam’s largest mobile operator, to vOCS 4.0, its in-house cloud-native charging system. The three-month cutover ran on a live national network with no service disruption.

Replacing a charging system is one of the riskiest projects an operator can undertake, which is why many stick with legacy platforms. Viettel High Tech reduced the risk through real-time data synchronization, parallel running and a phased cutover, with instant rollback at every stage.

The project won the Telecom Review Excellence Awards 2026 prize for Best Technology Deployment in Asia, a first for a Vietnamese company.

What it means for operators:

Scale: more than 300,000 transactions per second at latency below 5 milliseconds, across 2G–5G and fixed services on one platformLower cost: up to 50% less hardware investment than the previous generation, by sharing infrastructure with the networkAgility: new tariff plans in hours instead of days, new features three times faster and deployments about 30% fasterResilience: two active data centers about 2,000 km apart and automatic recovery in under two minutes

Viettel High Tech developed every core layer in-house, from a telecom-grade cloud-native platform and NFV-MANO orchestration to real-time charging, subscriber and balance management.

“Passing rigorous tests of real-time self-diagnosis and self-recovery is what allows an operator to keep its promise of 24/7 service to customers,” said Luu Manh Ha, CEO of Viettel Networks, which operates the system on Viettel’s network in Vietnam. “Above all, owning the charging system means an operator is not dependent on foreign vendors – it safeguards digital sovereignty and preserves business flexibility.”

“The charging system is where an operator’s business strategy turns into revenue in real time,” said Nguyen Minh Quang, CEO of Viettel High Tech. “We believe vOCS 4.0 is ready to help operators worldwide capture the value of 5G and digital services.”

In 2017, vOCS 4.0’s predecessor, vOCS 3.0, replaced a foreign vendor’s platform for 90 million Viettel subscribers. Across both generations, vOCS serves more than 220 million subscribers in 11 countries. Viettel High Tech now offers vOCS 4.0 to operators worldwide.

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