Empower Clinics New Medical Laboratory Commences COVID-19 RT-PCR Tests for Disney Production

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Empower Clinics Inc. has announced that its subsidiary, Kai Medical Laboratory, has launched a COVID-19 RT-PCR testing program for a Disney production, set to test 1,000 specimens over 30 days. This program follows a successful partnership with To Dream A Life, LLC, during which KAI processed tests for six film and television projects. There are discussions in place to expand testing programs further, contingent on the current program's success. Empower aims to support the film industry’s safe resumption of operations amid COVID-19 challenges.

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• Kai Medical Laboratory has initiated a significant COVID-19 testing program for Disney, indicating strong industry demand.
• The potential for expanding testing programs for the film and television industry upon successful completion of the current program could lead to increased revenues.

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Agreement demonstrates ability of newly acquired, state-of-the-art diagnostics laboratory to advance Empower COVID-19 national testing programs for enterprise clients, including movie and television studios, businesses and colleges

VANCOUVER BC / ACCESSWIRE / October 7, 2020 / EMPOWER CLINICS INC. (CSE:CBDT)(Frankfurt:8EC)(OTCQB:EPWCF) ("Empower" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that its newly acquired and wholly-owned subsidiary, Kai Medical Laboratory, LLC ("KAI"), has commenced a COVID-19 RT-PCR testing program for a Disney film & television production. The program is forecast to test 1,000 specimens over 30 days.

NEWLY ACQUIRED KAI MEDICAL LABORATORY HAS PROCESSED TESTS FOR SIX FILM AND TELEVISION PRODUCTIONS THROUGH THIS CHANNEL

On September 1, 2020, KAI entered into to a services agreement with To Dream A Life, LLC who provides coordinated COVID-19 testing services in key markets in the United States including Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Dallas and other major U.S. cities through their division Prevention Pods https://preventionpods.com. KAI has already processed tests for six different film and television productions through this relationship and continues to build both confidence and credibility within the industry.

SUCCESSFUL TESTING OF 1,000 SPECIMEN PROGRAM COULD LEAD TO SIGNIFICANT INCREASES IN FURTHER PROGRAMS

The Company further advises that discussions with Prevention Pods are already underway to potentially significantly expand both the number and size of testing programs for the film & television industry upon successful completion of the current 1,000 specimen program. Empower wishes to emphasize that no further transaction of any kind has been confirmed but remains cautiously optimistic given the success of the relationship to date.

"In anticipation of completing the Kai Medical acquisition, we have been nurturing significant opportunities in major industries such as film & television, supporting our Get Back To Work testing initiative" said Steven McAuley, Empower's Chairman & CEO. "Kai Medical has already created numerous testing relationships that have the potential to bring significant revenue based on their ability to provide 24-hour test result turnaround times, ensuring major industries can successfully get back to work."

FILM AND TV STUDIOS SEEK FAST AND RELIABLE TESTING SOLUTIONS TO RESUME SAFE OPERATIONS AND MITIGATE BILLIONS IN LOSSES

In 2019, Disney was the leading film studio in North America. With a record-breaking domestic box office gross of 3.8 billion U.S. dollars, the studio accounted for approximately 33 percent of that year's total box office gross in the United States and Canada, or 38 percent when taking into account the market share of 20th Century Fox, which Disney acquired early in 2019.

Total earnings at the North American box office in 2019 amounted to 11.32 billion U.S. dollars as indicated by Statistica.com.

In January 2020, the U.S. motion picture and sound recording industry employed over 456 thousand people, with several hundred thousand more in Canada, U.K. and around the world.

As a result of production closures and cinema shutdowns related to COVID-19, the majority of the industry's revenues and jobs have been temporarily lost and are now at significant risk of long-term damage if the industry is unable to find solutions that can provide for the safe resumption of operations.

Empower believes it is ideally positioned through Kai Medical Laboratory to deliver one element of the overall solution with reliable, accurate and fast 24-hour COVID-19 RT-PCR testing, which is the gold standard of testing.

ABOUT EMPOWER

Empower is an integrated health & wellness company with a network of corporate and franchised health & wellness clinics in the U.S. The Company is focused on helping patients improve and protect their health, through innovative physician recommended treatment options. The Company has launched Dosed Wellness Ltd. to connect its significant data, to the potential of the efficacy of alternative treatment options related to hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) therapies, psilocybin and other psychedelic plant-based treatment options. The Company provides COVID-19 testing services to consumers and businesses as part of a four-phased nationwide testing initiative. Empower recently acquired Kai Medical Laboratory, LLC as a wholly owned subsidiary.

ABOUT Kai Medical Laboratory

Our mission is to change healthcare through science & innovative quality care by providing value added services, accuracy, and consistency. Our unwavering commitment to quality compliance and scientific innovation elevates Kai Medical Laboratory to a new standard in patient care. Kai Medical Laboratory is located in the Dallas Medical District in close proximity to some of the largest healthcare groups in the U.S. including Parkland Hospital, UT Southwestern, Children's Medical Center, Baylor Scott & White Health (Dallas), Tenet Healthcare (Dallas), CHRISTUS Healthcare (Dallas). Kai Medical Laboratory is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Empower Clinics Inc.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

Steven McAuley
Chief Executive Officer

CONTACTS:

Investors:
Dustin Klein
Director
dustin@svmmjcc.com
720-352-1398

Investors:
Steven McAuley
CEO
s.mcauley@empowerclinics.com
604-789-2146

DISCLAIMER FOR FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This news release contains certain "forward-looking statements" or "forward-looking information" (collectively "forward looking statements") within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements and are based on expectations, estimates and projections as at the date of this news release. Forward-looking statements can frequently be identified by words such as "plans", "continues", "expects", "projects", "intends", "believes", "anticipates", "estimates", "may", "will", "potential", "proposed" and other similar words, or information that certain events or conditions "may" or "will" occur. Forward-looking statements in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: the expected benefits to the Company and its shareholders as a result of the acquisition of Kai Medical Laboratory; the transaction terms; the expected number of clinics and patients following the closing; the future potential success of Kai Medical Laboratory, Sun Valley's franchise model; the anticipated date of closing of the acquisition and the occurrence thereof; and that the Company will be positioned to be a market-leading service provider for complex patient requirements in 2020 and beyond. Such statements are only projections, are based on assumptions known to management at this time, and are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results, performance or developments to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements, including: that the Kai Medical Laboratory acquisition may not be completed on the terms expected or at all; that the Company's products may not work as expected; that the Company may not be able to expand COVID-19 testing; that legislative changes may have an adverse affect on the Company's business and product development; that the Company may not be able to obtain adequate financing to pursue its business plan; general business, economic, competitive, political and social uncertainties; failure to obtain any necessary approvals in connection with the proposed transaction; and other factors beyond the Company's control. No assurance can be given that any of the events anticipated by the forward-looking statements will occur or, if they do occur, what benefits the Company will obtain from them. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements in this release, which are qualified in their entirety by these cautionary statements. The Company is under no obligation, and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements in this release, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by applicable laws.

SOURCE: Empower Clinics Inc.

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FAQ

What is the significance of Empower Clinics' COVID-19 testing program for Disney?

Empower Clinics' COVID-19 RT-PCR testing program for Disney aims to facilitate safe production amid the pandemic, with plans to test 1,000 specimens over 30 days.

How many tests has Kai Medical Laboratory processed for film productions?

Kai Medical Laboratory has processed tests for six film and television productions through its agreement with To Dream A Life, LLC.

What is the outlook for Empower Clinics following their new partnership with Disney?

The outlook is optimistic as discussions are already underway to expand testing programs in the film and television industry, contingent on the success of the initial program.

What company acquired Kai Medical Laboratory?

The company that acquired Kai Medical Laboratory is Empower Clinics Inc.

What role does Kai Medical Laboratory play in COVID-19 testing?

Kai Medical Laboratory provides reliable, accurate, and fast COVID-19 RT-PCR testing, crucial for industries like film and television to resume operations safely.