Strategic partnership with US Joint Venture

Ultrasis Plc ("Ultrasis")

Ultrasis announce Significant Strategic Partnership for U Squared Interactive

Ultrasis, the developer of interactive health care programs, is pleased to announce that its US Joint Venture, U² Interactive (U2), has entered into a strategic partnership with the country's leading non-profit organisation, Mental Health America (MHA).

The initial objectives of the strategic partnership will be to:

·; Raise national awareness of the importance of mental health screening and follow up

·; Encourage use of Beating the Blues for those in need

·; Offer information and resources through the MHA community network

·; Promote and share best practices with American consumers 

Depression and anxiety conditions are estimated to affect over 60 million Americans and cost the US economy more than $105 billion in lost productivity every year. Despite the great efforts of health care providers and policy makers, there are simply not enough therapists or funding available to provide access to evidence-based solutions to meet the growing need. 

Launching the strategic partnership today, U2 will offer complimentary access to Beating the Blues US between now and the MHA National Conference in June 2013 for anyone making a donation to the work of Mental Health America.

Nigel Brabbins, CEO at Ultrasis, said "we are delighted to be working in partnership with MHA and to be able to support the charitable work they are doing in the run up to their national conference, where U2 will be demonstrating the financial and clinical value of Beating the Blues to their affiliates and attendees. This is a significant milestone in our efforts to promote Beating the Blues to both consumers of services and organisation who support them."

About MHA -Mental Health America (www.mentalhealthamerica.net), founded in 1909, is the nation's leading community-based network dedicated to helping all Americans achieve wellness by living mentally healthier lives. With our 240 affiliates across the country, we touch the lives of millions-Advocating for changes in mental health and wellness policy; Educating the public & providing critical information; and delivering urgently needed mental health and wellness Programs and Services. You can find out more about MHA at www.mentalhealthamerica.net

About U² Interactive - U2 Interactive's mission is to support all healthcare stakeholder communities in creating innovative and cost effective computer based solutions for everyday health problems, lifestyle issues, and long-term conditions. U2 Interactive believes in delivering evidenced based treatment via interactive and easy to use software programs. You can find out more about U Squared Interactive at www.u2interactive.com 

U2 is jointly owned by UPMC & Ultrasis PLC and head quartered in Pittsburgh, PA.

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