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Blue Shield of California Expands Digital Health Record to Improve Quality, Affordability and Experience for Members

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Nonprofit health plan taps Cozeva to securely integrate relevant health data from top provider organizations, simplifying care coordination for over 1.5 million members

OAKLAND, Calif., May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Blue Shield of California is expanding its Digital Health Record to include Cozeva, a provider-approved technology platform that streamlines secure data flow between the nonprofit health plan and providers using electronic medical records (EMR) for over 1.5 million Blue Shield members.

Accurate and timely sharing of health information – lab results, diagnoses, procedures and medications – supports better health outcomes, as members and providers experience improved coordination of care, clinical quality and overall ease in navigating the healthcare system.  

With the addition of Cozeva, more than 50% of Blue Shield’s provider network can now exchange data digitally to better meet the needs of members.

“Every Californian should be confident that their provider has a full, current view of their health,” said Deneen Vojta, M.D., executive vice president of Health Solutions at Blue Shield of California. “That’s not yet the reality, but the California Data Exchange Framework is pushing the industry in the right direction by holding organizations accountable. Blue Shield of California is leading the way, partnering with Cozeva to modernize clinical workflows and enable real-time, data-driven collaboration with providers. We’re not just supporting better outcomes for our members—we’re setting a new standard for connected, high-quality care.”

Through the collaboration, Blue Shield’s network providers are positioned to improve clinical quality performance by ensuring members are getting the right care at the right time. This data exchange helps identify members who need preventive care, including immunizations, standard tests, and annual screenings, which lead to better long-term health – reducing unnecessary healthcare costs for members.

Blue Shield’s Digital Health Record also supports providers and their healthcare teams to better coordinate each member’s care needs, especially when they need to transition from one facility to another.

“Data is key, but acting on that data will drive better care,” said Ravi Kavasery, M.D., senior vice president, chief medical officer for Blue Shield of California. “Our data-sharing efforts make it easier to collaborate with our network providers to safely make the right care decisions with more speed and efficiency. Gaining a complete and clear picture of our member’s care is a foundational step in ensuring each member gets the access and quality care they deserve.”

“In my own medical practice, having timely access to data helps me ensure each patient receives the equitable, quality care they deserve,” Kavasery added.

As an innovator in data integration, Cozeva is trusted by over 84 health plans and care delivery organizations nationwide. In addition, Cozeva is preferred by Blue Shield’s network of providers and is embedded in many EMR tools, streamlining the workflow for providers and offering point-of-care data that supports both the member and provider.

“As a leading health plan, Blue Shield of California is enriching their member records and driving innovative quality improvement strategies, and we are excited to support those efforts,” said Nikki Asao, chief growth and value officer for Cozeva. “This collaboration is a testament to Blue Shield of California’s commitment to improving equity outcomes for their members through effective data sharing across the continuum of care.”

About Cozeva, an Applied Research Works, Inc. Company
Cozeva is a comprehensive value-based care enablement technology and one-stop-shop population health solution, delivering real-time data integration and enabling its customers’ quality, equity and risk programs to work seamlessly on a single, unified platform. The company is an NCQA-certified HEDIS® vendor, NCQA-certified Validated Data Stream (through NCQA’s Data Aggregator ValidationSM program), ONC-certified Health Information Technology, Qualified Health Information Organization (QHIO), and HITRUST-certified solution. Cozeva was awarded the 2025 Best in KLAS award for Payer Quality Measurement & Reporting. For more information about Cozeva, please visit www.cozeva.com. 

About Blue Shield of California
Blue Shield of California strives to create a healthcare system worthy of its family and friends that is sustainably affordable. The health plan is a taxpaying, nonprofit, independent member of the Blue Shield Association with nearly 6 million members, over 7,500 employees and more than $25 billion in annual revenue. Founded in 1939 in San Francisco and now headquartered in Oakland, Blue Shield of California and its affiliates provide health, dental, vision, Medicaid and Medicare healthcare service plans in California. The company has contributed more than $60 million to the Blue Shield of California Foundation in the last three years to have an impact on California communities. For more news about Blue Shield of California, please visit news.blueshieldca.com.  Or follow us on LinkedIn or Facebook.

CONTACT:   

Claire Baki

Blue Shield of California   

510-607-2359

media@blueshieldca.com

 

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Cheers to One Million! Broadway.com’s Instagram Hits a Milestone

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NEW YORK, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A celebration is in order! Broadway.com’s Instagram account has hit a milestone one million followers.

For over a decade, Broadway.com has offered exclusive access to Broadway’s hottest shows and iconic stars via Instagram. Followers have been invited along to starry opening nights, glamorous red carpets and exciting one-night-only events. We’ve shared gorgeous portraits, introduced Broadway newcomers, celebrated screen stars taking to the stage and given tastes of exciting interviews. There have been curtain calls and exclusive performances, backstage visits and sneak peeks into rehearsal. Need to keep up with breaking news? We’ve got that too! If it’s happening, rest assured, Broadway.com is there, and will continue to celebrate the Broadway community for years to come.

If you’re one of the million, thanks for choosing to have us on your feed! If not, what are you waiting for? Join in on the fun!

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Andrew Mitchell
media@cambridgeglobal.com

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Vusion Completes Acquisition of In-Store Media, Opening a New Chapter for Digital Retail Media in Physical Stores

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Vusion and ISM combine connected store technology and retail media expertise to unlock the untapped advertising potential of physical stores

PARIS, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Vusion (VU – FR0010282822), the global leader in AI-powered digitalization solutions for physical commerce, today announces the completion of its acquisition of In-Store Media (ISM), following the agreement announced on July 27, 2026 and the satisfaction of all conditions precedent, including the receipt of the required regulatory approvals. 

The acquisition is financed through a bridge financing facility with total commitments of €200 million, an initial maturity of 12 months and two six-month extension options.

Headquartered in Barcelona, ISM brings deep expertise in designing, deploying and monetizing in-store retail media networks, long-standing relationships with 90 retail banners and more than 1,600 brands, as well as a strong international track record in 9 countries across EMEA, Americas and APAC.

This acquisition strengthens retail media as a core pillar of Vusion’s connected store platform. Despite their significant shopper traffic and proximity to purchasing decisions, physical stores remain an underdeveloped retail media channel, capturing less than 3% of retail media spending. Unlocking this opportunity requires combining retail media expertise with the digital capabilities to understand audiences, activate relevant content and demonstrate campaign performance.

Together, Vusion and ISM aim to help retailers and brands better understand in-store audiences, deliver more relevant content and adapt campaigns in real time. By making in-store media easier to integrate into brands’ omnichannel campaigns and its impact on sales easier to measure, the combination will help brands invest with greater confidence and retailers generate more revenue from their media networks.

“We are delighted to welcome the In-Store Media teams to Vusion,” said Thierry Gadou, Chairman and CEO of Vusion. “We share the same vision that physical stores will be the next great digital media. Together, we now have an exceptional opportunity to bring that vision to life, combining our cutting-edge connected store platform and ISM’s retail media expertise to create lasting value for retailers, brands and shoppers.”

“Joining Vusion is a tremendous opportunity for our teams and customers,” said Fernando de Vicente, CEO of In-Store Media. “We have built our business through close partnerships with retailers and brands, and a deep understanding of how to make in-store media work. We look forward to leveraging those foundations with Vusion, accelerating our digitalization, and expanding what we can achieve together.”

In-Store Media to participate in Vusion’s Capital Markets Day

ISM will participate in Vusion’s Capital Markets Day in Paris on November 18, 2026. The event will provide an opportunity to share more about the role of in-store digital retail media in Vusion’s medium-term strategic plan and the growth opportunities created by this acquisition.

About In-Store Media

The Spanish multinational, founded in 1998, is today a global benchmark in the development of Retail Media advertising solutions. Present in 9 countries across Europe, Latin America and Asia, it works with more than 90 retailers and maintains partnerships with over 1,600 brands. It covers hypermarkets, supermarkets, shopping centres, department stores and specialty stores in Spain, France, Portugal, Italy, Poland, Mexico, Argentina, Chile and the Philippines.

About Vusion

Vusion is the global leader in AI-powered digitalization solutions for physical commerce, serving over 350 major retail groups in the world. www.vusion.com

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Abel Communications CEO Greg Abel Named President of Newly Formed Public Relations Society of America Maryland Chesapeake Chapter

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Merger of two regional public relations chapters creates new opportunities for professional development and industry connection across Maryland

BALTIMORE, Oct. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Abel Communications announced today that CEO and founder Greg Abel will serve as President of the newly formed Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Maryland Chesapeake chapter, helping lead an expanded network of public relations and communications professionals across the Baltimore region.

The PRSA Maryland Chesapeake chapter brings together the PRSA’s Maryland and Central Chesapeake chapters following a merger approved by both chapters’ members and boards, as well as PRSA’s national leadership. Effective immediately, the merger will support broader professional engagement across Maryland, with a strategic focus on the Greater Baltimore region.

“This is an exciting day and the culmination of a great deal of behind-the-scenes work by leaders who are committed to promoting and supporting the public relations profession,” said Greg Abel, CEO and founder of Abel Communications. “By combining our energy, talent, and networks, the PRSA Maryland Chesapeake chapter is committed to delivering high-quality and consistent programming for our members.”

As President, Abel will work alongside a board representing public relations agencies, higher education, public media, philanthropy, and advocacy organizations. This board aims to strengthen the chapter’s programming and create more opportunities for members to learn, build relationships, and contribute to the public relations profession.

Beginning in the fourth quarter of 2026, the PRSA Maryland Chesapeake chapter plans to offer monthly virtual learning sessions with industry thought leaders, monthly in-person coffee meetups at member locations, and visits every other month to local news organizations and other organizations making news.

PRSA and Public Relations Student Society of America members are invited to help shape the chapter through its Communications, Programming & Professional Development, and Membership & Engagement committees. Those interested in joining or volunteering can learn more by visiting https://prsamd.org.

About Abel Communications
Abel Communications is a full-service public relations firm, delivering strategic communications programs for regional and national clients in sectors including health and wellness, professional services, and local, national, and global brands. The firm provides strategic counsel to help clients navigate the intersection of media relations, content development, social media, and digital strategy.

About the PRSA Maryland Chesapeake Chapter
The PRSA Maryland Chesapeake Chapter is the premier professional organization serving strategic communication, public relations and marketing professionals across Maryland. Formed through the union of two established regional chapters, PRSA Maryland Chesapeake fosters lifelong learning, ethical standard-setting and collaborative connection through programming, professional development and industry leadership.

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