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Gavin's Gusto Battles Against Health Care Constraints When Trying to Maintain Child's Quality of Life
Gavin has Spinal Muscular Atrophy, and needs a wheelchair accessible vehicle in order to enjoy activities outside his home. His family wants to give him the freedom he deserves, but health insurance doesn't cover the cost for this fundamental "need." Gavin Needs Our Help. - May 15, 2012 - Gavin's Gusto
Humanistic Medicine Symposium Gets Glimpse Into NJCTS’ Patient-Centered Training Program
Dr. Stuart Green and a New Jersey family affected by TS informed more than 100 healthcare professionals about the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome program. - May 15, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
PIH Teaches Community to Respond Fast in Case of Stroke
May is National Stroke Awareness month. - May 13, 2012 - Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital
AdvantEdge Healthcare Solutions Completes SSAE-16 Certification
AHS demonstrates a higher level of assurance and operational visibility. - May 12, 2012 - AdvantEdge Healthcare Solutions Medical Billing
Atlanta Airport Limousine Service, the Limo Transportation Service Offered by the Marina Limousine and Car Transportation Service Has Expanded to Serve Its Customers
Atlanta Airport Limousine Service, the limo transportation service offered by the Marina Limousine and Car Transportation Service or marinalimo.com; is an affordable and very competitive drop and pick service in Atlanta. Marina Limousine and car service has expanded to serve its customers by making... - May 11, 2012 - Marina Limousine
Mootu.com Offers a Directory for Mental Health Professionals Who Seek to Deliver Counselling Online in the UK
Many mental health professionals in the UK have been waiting on a “one-stop shop” to link their counseling services to clients via videoconferencing software. - May 11, 2012 - Online Therapy Institute
Technosoft Corporation to Exhibit at The Chicago Claims Association
Technosoft Corporation to Exhibit at The Chicago Claims Association - Midwest Claim Conference to be held May 16-18th at Grand Geneva Resort and Spa in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. - May 11, 2012 - Technosoft Corporation
Nettfit Publishing Presents "Marijuana for Parkinson Disease," a New Controversial Cannabis Research Book in Print Now
Pharmaceutical use of cannabis is not new and history shows us how this miracle plant has been misinterpreted through an era of ignorance. Cannabis has been used for thousands of years and the credibility of marijuana as a therapy specifically for Parkinson’s disease is somewhat new. “Marijuana is a miracle plant that helps Parkinson’s patients and benefits people suffering from many other illnesses,” states PD patient and author of, "Marijuana for Parkinson's Disease" (2012). - May 10, 2012 - Nettfit Publishing
OnSite Dentists of Texas – Austin Announces Name Change to Grey Owl Dental
OnSite Dentists of Texas - Austin, a family owned and operated onsite geriatric dental care provider changes its name to Grey Owl Dental effective May 1, 2012. - May 10, 2012 - Grey Owl Dental Consulting, LLC
Monroe Students Bring Healthcare to the Dominican Republic
Health abroad team visits villagers with medicine, screening, and guidance - May 09, 2012 - Monroe College
A New Edition of an Atlas Covering the Breadth and Depth of Chest Imaging
“Chest Imaging Case Atlas, Second Edition,” recently published by Thieme, enables radiology residents, fellows, and practitioners to hone their diagnostic skills by teaching them how to interpret a large number of radiologic cases. This atlas contains over 190 cases on conditions... - May 09, 2012 - Thieme Publishers
The Pharma Compliance Group Announces Exclusive Sales Agreement with LearnSomething, Inc. for DEA Compliance Online Training
The Pharma Compliance Group (PCG) announce that it has signed an exclusive marketing and sales agreement with LearnSomething, Inc. to offer online training for the pharma industry to support DEA compliance of the CSA and CFR for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and other DEA registrants. - May 07, 2012 - Pharma Compliance Group, LLC
Mango Madness Skin Care, Inc. Announces Exfoliation Plus+™
Mango Madness Skin Care, Inc. has announced Exfoliation Plus+™, a skin exfoliation product that yields faster results than a standard glycolic acid cleanser. - May 07, 2012 - Mango Madness Skin Care
Fundacion Osana Donates Wheelchairs to Clinic in Nicaragua
In late April, a group of volunteers from Fundacion Osana volunteered at the Roberto Clemente Health Clinic in Nicaragua to facilitate the delivery, assembly, and allocation of a donation of wheelchairs to local community members. - May 07, 2012 - The Roberto Clemente Health Clinic
A Laboratory-to-Clinic Guide on the Basics of Auditory Electrophysiology
Written primarily by audiologists familiar with cutting-edge research in a rapidly changing field, “Auditory Electrophysiology,” recently published by Thieme, provides a fresh perspective on the most current advances and practices in the specialty. Research and clinical information are... - May 05, 2012 - Thieme Publishers
A Multimedia Guide to Therapeutic Uses of Botulinum Neurotoxin
“Botulinum Neurotoxin for Head and Neck Disorders,” recently published by Thieme, contains detailed injection instructions for using botulinum neurotoxin to treat head and neck disorders. The associated how-to videos, available on Thieme’s Media Center, offer otolaryngologists,... - May 05, 2012 - Thieme Publishers
Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute of Freehold, NJ, Moves Wall Township Office to Lake Como
AOSMI (Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute), of Freehold, NJ, has moved its Wall Township office to 1719 Main Street, Lake Como, in order to expand services for patients. - May 04, 2012 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Amazing Spaces Storage Center Celebrated the Grand Opening of a 4th Store Located in the Houston Medical Center with a Donation to the Shriners Hospital for Children
Amazing Spaces, a leading provider of upscale self-storage solutions, celebrated the grand opening of its 4th store with an incredible party and gift to the Shriners Hospital for Children on April 20th. - May 03, 2012 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Unbound Medicine and Datapharm Launch Mobile Medicines Compendium UK - Comprehensive Database of Pharmaceutical Product Information Now Available for Mobile Download
Unbound Medicine, a leader in knowledge management solutions for health care, and Datapharm, an independent organization dedicated to improving public health and safety by providing up-to-date, accurate and comprehensive information about medicines, announce the release of Medicines Compendium UK for mobile devices. Medicines Compendium UK represents the first mobile application with the unabridged Summary of Product Characteristics (SPCs) for more than 5,000 unique pharmaceutical products. - May 03, 2012 - Unbound Medicine
Dr. Glenn Atlas, Stevens Students, and MICRO Stamping Corp. Develop Innovative Medical Technology
V-Scope is a new medical device to help doctors position a breathing tube - May 03, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
HealthEdSolutions.com Launches Health Education Article Special Section Focused on Emergency Department Professionals
Healthcare Certification Provider Offers Industry Insights and Training Advice for Emergency Healthcare Professionals. - May 03, 2012 - Health Education Solutions
Mitutoyo America Corporation Opens Alabama M3 Solution Center
The opening of the Birmingham, AL. showroom benefits customers in the south central region. - May 02, 2012 - Mitutoyo America Corporation
New Rulemaking Tracker Makes Obamacare Easier to Digest
Patterned after Knowledge Mosaic's popular Dodd-Frank Tracker, the Affordable Care Act Rulemaking Tracker helps those who need to stay abreast of new healthcare rules. - May 02, 2012 - Knowledge Mosaic Inc.
A Virtual Walk for a Cause
KiND Walk is a virtual walk anytime, anywhere using online technology and USB pedometer tracking method by simultaneously fundraising for a cause of choice. - May 02, 2012 - KiND Walk
Project Access Completes Free Needed Surgeries to Uninsured
Thirty-two uninsured adults received free life-changing medical treatments, thanks to Kaiser Permanente and the San Diego County Medical Society Foundation. - May 02, 2012 - San Diego County Medical Society Foundation
Diabecline Antibiotic Receives Edison Award for Best New Pharmaceutical Product
pharmaCline's Diabecline antibiotic ointment has been recognized as the Bronze Award winner for Best New Pharmaceutical Product by the Edison Awards. - May 01, 2012 - pharmaCline
WK Quick Care Goes Mobile with iTriage Smartphone App
Shreveport-Bossier residents have immediate access to symptoms, disease and facility information in the palm of their hand - April 30, 2012 - iTriage, LLC
Diana Garber of Intuitive Concepts Speaks at AAPI Medical Convention in Long Beach
Feng Shui Master Diana Garber invited by Dr. Kanumury and Dr. Sudeep Kukreja to speak at AAPI Convention to share Feng Shui expertise with those attending. - April 29, 2012 - Intuitive Concepts, Inc.
Source-Omega Critical of IOM Alleged Handling of Historical Omega-3 Data
The Source-Omega company today raised criticism that “The Institute of Medicine has now allegedly been wrong three times with respect to the 41 years history of data on marine long-chain omega-3 fatty acid knowledge and associated claims made based on fundamental misinterpretations of the... - April 28, 2012 - Source-Omega
Medical Development Group Announces June 6th Forum - “Aging in Place: Technology to Keep People Home”
This Forum explores the demographics and needs of our aging population, the approaches and technology currently available as well as future opportunities to develop assistive technology addressing their needs. - April 28, 2012 - Medical Development Group
Beverly J. Reese Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication
Ms. Beverly J. Reese of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Healthcare. About Beverly J. Reese Ms. Reese has over 30 years experience and has been with Aria... - April 28, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
California Health Insurance Agency Recognized for Excellence
Quotebroker Insurance Services, A California based Independent Insurance Brokerage firm receives recognition from the National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU). Quotebroker Insurance Services helps individuals and businesses secure affordable health insurance statewide, including California, Arizona and Nevada. - April 27, 2012 - Quotebroker Insurance Services
Air Ambulance Worldwide Inc. Announces Miracle Birth in Guantanamo Bay
Air ambulance service provider, Air Ambulance Worldwide Inc., delivers safe, emergency medical air transport internationally to Mom and New Preterm Baby in unlikely Guantanamo Bay. - April 27, 2012 - Air Ambulance Worldwide
SoClean CPAP Sanitizing Unit Makes Using CPAP Easier During Allergy Season
Now that one of the mildest winters on record is over, it’s time to look forward to spring. But for many, warmer days also mean the onset of allergy season. And for allergy sufferers with sleep apnea, CPAP compliance is no walk in the park. Here are a few tips from Better Rest Solutions for... - April 27, 2012 - Better Rest Solutions
It’s Natural: SoClean Revolutionizes CPAP Sanitizing Process
Better Rest Solutions launches first of its kind hands-free CPAP sanitizing unit. - April 27, 2012 - Better Rest Solutions
HMC Companies Announced New Company Name - HMC HealthWorks
HMC Companies announced today that it is changing its name to HMC HealthWorks. - April 27, 2012 - HMC HealthWorks
Voicebrook Celebrates Its 10th Year in Business
Rewards Customer Loyalty by Expanding Support Coverage - April 26, 2012 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Ameridose Sponsors Health Connect Partners 2012 Spring Hospital Pharmacy Conference
Ameridose, LLC, the leading nationwide provider of sterile admixing services to hospital pharmacies, is pleased to be a sponsor of the Health Connect Partners Spring Hospital Pharmacy Conference for a second consecutive year. The conference will take place from May 7-9, 2012 at the Hyatt Regency in... - April 26, 2012 - Ameridose, LLC
VA, DoD and Federal Leaders to Discuss What “Being Successful” Looks Like for an iEHR and Federal, State, and Local HIEs
On May 14- 15, 2012, at the Mary M. Gates Learning Center in Alexandria, VA, Defense Strategies Institute will bring together stakeholders across the VA, DoD, Federal, Academic, and Private Sector to discuss and debate some of the most challenging subjects involved in successfully deploying an iEHR and interoperable HIEs in an efficient and effective manner. - April 26, 2012 - Defense Strategies Institute
PRC Clinical Selects SimpleCTMS Clinical Trial Management System
Trial By Fire Solutions, a leading eClinical solution provider specializing in clinical study management applications, today announced that PRC Clinical, a privately held Contract Research Organization (CRO), has selected SimpleCTMS to complement existing clinical trial management solutions as an integrated part of their portfolio of services. - April 26, 2012 - Trial By Fire Solutions
PURE ONE Omega-3 Formulated with Non-Hexane Extracted Algae Oil DHA
Source-Omega today announced their PURE ONE Omega-3 supplement is now made using only non-hexane extracted ingredients including the algae oil and the sunflower lecithin. PURE ONE's flagship debut features their finished premium bulk formulation of SOURCE OIL™, the only water extracted... - April 25, 2012 - Source-Omega
DataServices, LLC Offers to Extend Laboratory Information Management (LIMS) Systems with Minimal Impact
DataServices, LLC is proud to announce the launch of its new global business operation, offering a full-featured web based reporting system, offering flexible configurations to clinical diagnostic laboratories. DataServices has developed and licenses to users its Software as a Service platform,... - April 24, 2012 - Lab Portal Compancy
CareOne to Participate in Accountable Care Organizations Selected for First Three Medicare-Approved ACOs in New Jersey
CareOne, a leading provider of nursing and rehabilitative care, assisted living, long-term care and clinical specialty programs, has been selected to participate in the first three Medicare-approved Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) in New Jersey. ACOs are groups of doctors, hospitals and... - April 24, 2012 - CareOne
Ameridose Unveils Innovative First Quarter Sustainability Enhancements
Ameridose, LLC, the leading nationwide provider of sterile admixing services to hospital pharmacies, is pleased to share exciting sustainability news for the first quarter of 2012. Aiming for the ultimate in energy efficiency, Ameridose is currently in the process of installing a made-in-the-USA... - April 24, 2012 - Ameridose, LLC
Freedom Urgent Care Launches Mobile and Online Appointment Setting with iTriage App
Patients can conveniently request appointments, look up symptoms and access medical information with free health care app. - April 22, 2012 - iTriage, LLC
Medical Development Group Announces May 2 Forum - Communicating with Devices Using M2M and mHealth Wireless Technologies
The Medical Development Group announces its Wednesday, May 2, 2012 Forum entitled “Communicating with Medical Devices using M2M and mHealth Wireless Technologies.” This session addresses the clinical value proposition of wireless medical device technologies. mHealth (Mobile Health) is... - April 21, 2012 - Medical Development Group
HD Treatment Center Offers Revolutionary Hemorrhoid Treatment Technology
Center Features Painless 10-Minute Procedure Requiring No Anesthesia, Incisions, Downtime, Special Preparation Prior to Treatment for Permanent Relief of Condition. - April 21, 2012 - HD Treatment Center
MPRO Produces Video for YouTube About the Consistent Assignment Staffing Model in Nursing Homes
MPRO, Michigan's Quality Improvement Organization, has produced a video about three Michigan nursing homes who have implemented the consistent assignment staffing model. The video includes interviews with the nursing home staff and residents. The nursing homes are located in Jackson, Rochester Hills and Tawas City Michigan. - April 21, 2012 - MPRO
Rocky Mountain Urgent Care Earns Urgent Care Center Accreditation
Urgent Care Center Accreditation ensures the provision of quality healthcare and the principles of professionalism. - April 20, 2012 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Vivoderm CEO Honored with the Prestigious Health Care Leadership Award
Vivoderm CEO, A. Shawn Adhami, M.D. was nominated for his contributions in healthcare in the Medical Group CEO division. - April 19, 2012 - Vivoderm Laboratories LLC