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Eldercare & In-Home Services Care Expert, Susan ”Sam” Miller, Shares Tips on Purchasing In-Home Care on “Coping with Caregiving” Radio Show at wsRadio.com
Susan “Sam” Miller, MN, RN, owner of CareForce Home Care and Home Health in Lynnwood, Washington, will be interviewed on the popular “Coping with Caregiving” Internet radio program on Saturday, July 30th. Miller will discuss how to be a smarter shopper for a licensed home... - July 27, 2011 - CareForce, Inc
Westbank Urgent Care Launches iTriage App to Give Mobile Users Greater Access to Medical Information
Mobile users can pre-register for their appointment and access symptom, disease and physician information in the palm of their hands with iTriage - July 27, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Medical Tourism Healthcare Leaders Awards to be Announced in Chicago October 25-28, 2011
The Medical Tourism Association™ (Global Healthcare Association) will be awarding a select group of leaders in international healthcare whose achievements have enhanced and brought innovation to the International Healthcare Industry and excelled at providing international healthcare quality and international patients services. - July 27, 2011 - Medical Tourism Association™
Ameridose Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Compliance Presents at LSHP Annual Meeting
Ameridose, LLC, a leading nationwide provider of sterile admixing services to hospital pharmacies, is honored that Ameridose Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Compliance, Sophia Pasedis, PharmD, was invited to speak at the 2011 Louisiana Society of Health-System Pharmacists (LSHP) Annual... - July 26, 2011 - Ameridose, LLC
Medical Technology Company Experiences Rapid Growth in Struggling Economy
Practice Velocity®, LLC, (www.practicevelocity.com), a medical software and billing technology company specializing in urgent care, is pleased to announce it has hired its 200th employee less than a decade after it was founded. - July 26, 2011 - Practice Velocity
Sengenics Brings Best-of-Breed UK Genetic Test to Asia for Definitive Diagnosis of Children's Disorders
Sengenics today announced the introduction of a new microarray based genetic diagnostics test into Asia. The microarray used for the test was designed by Oxford Gene Technology (OGT), UK in conjunction with Emory Genetics, USA. Microarrays are now recommended as the most effective method for... - July 26, 2011 - Sengenics
OrthoNeuro Opens Orthopedic Urgent Care in New Albany
OrthoNeuro opens Central Ohio’s first Orthopedic Urgent Care Center. This new service is offered at OrthoNeuro’s New Albany location where area residents have access to specialized care when they need it. OrthoNeuro Physicians and PAs provide state-of-the-art evaluation and treatment for a broad range of Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal conditions. Common disorders treated at the Orthopedic Urgent Care include sports injuries, sprains, strains, fractures, and back & neck pain. - July 25, 2011 - OrthoNeuro
wordZXpressed Adds Support for New Dictation Devices
wordZXpressed Transcription Services, a leading Medical Transcription company, is pleased to announce the expansion of its list of supported dictation devices for physicians. - July 25, 2011 - wordZXpressed Transcription Services
Dr Kimberly Lee Offering Dimple Creation Surgery in Beverly Hills
Dimple Creation Surgery is a simple procedure that Dr. Kimberly Lee can perform in her Beverly Hills office under local anesthetic. The entire procedure takes about 30 minutes, is totally painless and there is no scarring. Dr. Lee can discuss your individual needs for your own dimple surgery,... - July 23, 2011 - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgery Center
Critical Clean LLC Announces That Their Blood Clean Up Services Are Available to Private Residences in the Midwest
Critical Clean LLC is announcing to the Midwest that their services include private residence in: Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma. Blood clean up services are commonly thought to include law enforcement, health agencies and public or work spaces. Critical Clean LLC is reminding Midwest residents that the company also services private homes and apartments, where accidental deaths, natural deaths or crimes have occurred. - July 23, 2011 - Critical Clean LLC
Volunteers Needed to Help with 15th Anniversary Boston Arthritis Walk
The Arthritis Foundation is looking for volunteers to help plan and coordinate the 15th Anniversary Boston Arthritis Walk to be held at the DCR’s Artesani Park in Brighton, on Sunday, September, 18, 2011. Help is needed with all planning activities including publicity, recruiting walkers and... - July 23, 2011 - Arthritis Foundation
ISMG Announces the Healthcare Information Security Today Survey
Information Security Media Group (ISMG), publisher of HealthcareInfoSecurity.com, announces the launch of its inaugural Healthcare Information Security Today survey, gauging top trends, threats and priorities for hospitals, clinics, health plans and integrated delivery systems. This web-based... - July 23, 2011 - Information Security Media Group
EndoSoft Receives Modular Certification
EndoSoft is pleased to announce that their Procedure Documentation and Reporting Software EndoSoft® 6.30 has received EHR module certification, deeming the software capable of enabling providers to meet the Stage 1 Meaningful Use (MU) measures required to qualify for funding under the American... - July 23, 2011 - EndoSoft
New Videos on Gender Selection and Gynecological Surgery
The wealth of information on gender selection and gynecological surgery got exponentially greater as seven new informative videos hit YouTube. The videos were hosted by Dr. Andrew Silverman of the Silverman Center and included information on gynecological surgery, gender selection, infertility... - July 21, 2011 - The Silverman Center Scarsdale
Push Media Group Announces Former Miss Sprint Cup, Paige Duke, to Serve as Miss Sweetest Sundaes to Benefit Breast Cancer Awareness for 2011
After a huge success with their first pool party event in Dallas on May 15th, the Push Media Group team conducted a search for a Miss Sweetest Sundaes to help join them raise awareness and funds for the Tiger Lily Foundation. Today, the Push Media Group announces the first Miss Sweetest Sundaes, former Miss Sprint Cup Paige Duke. - July 21, 2011 - Push Media Group
Responsive Respiratory Introduces O2 To Go! Cylinder Duration Calculator, Free Mobile App
The O2 To Go! Cylinder Duration Calculator App by Responsive Respiratory addresses ambulatory oxygen patient’s most common question of “How long will my cylinder last?” - July 21, 2011 - Responsive Respiratory
BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc. Releases I-Ease PF, a Stem Cell-Based, Preservative-Free, Eye Drop for Dry Eye
A new preservative-free eye drop using stem cell technology to help alleviate dry eye. - July 20, 2011 - BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc.
Miami Orthodontist Announces Invisalign Teen Anniversary
Dr. Stephen Grussmark, a Miami orthodontist talks about the third anniversary of Invisalign Teen. - July 20, 2011 - Centre for invisible braces
IndigoVision's Integrated IP Security Transforms Healthcare Safety
IndigoVision, a leading provider of IP Video Security Solutions, today announced that the Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC) has upgraded its aging analog CCTV and access control to a fully integrated security solution using IndigoVision’s IP Video technology. The 281-bed Medical Center... - July 20, 2011 - IndigoVision
Ameridose Supports Annual Meeting for the Louisiana Society of Health-System Pharmacists
Ameridose, LLC, a leading nationwide provider of sterile admixing services to hospital pharmacies, is pleased to have contributed to the 2011 Louisiana Society of Health-System Pharmacists (LSHP) Annual Meeting as both an Educational Sponsor and an Event Sponsor. The annual meeting took place at... - July 19, 2011 - Ameridose, LLC
Participate in the Latest Corporate Health and Wellness Association Survey and Receive 20% Off the Registration Rate for the 2011 Corporate Wellness Conference
The Corporate Health and Wellness Association, along with Corporate Wellness Magazine, has released a new survey, 2011 Creating a Culture of Health and Wellness. The survey will help pinpoint concerns and currents trends in the industry by targeting health care professionals, employers, carriers,... - July 16, 2011 - Corporate Wellness Conference
Fundraising Event for Wounded Service Member Hockey Team to be Held at Bethesda Restaurant
The USA Warrior Ice Hockey Program will be holding a fundraiser at Bd’s Mongolian BBQ, in Bethesda, to raise funds for hockey team made up of injured service members. - July 15, 2011 - USA Warriors Ice Hockey Program
New Release of Corporate Wellness Magazine - Issue 24
Read the 24th issue of the monthly magazine dedicated exclusively to Corporate Wellness, Health Promotion and Prevention at http://www.corporatewellnessmagazine.com. - July 15, 2011 - Corporate Wellness Conference
Voicebrook to Exhibit at the Association of Pathology Chairs 2011 Annual Meeting
Voicebrook to demonstrate alternative speech recognition workflows for Pathology laboratory reporting. - July 14, 2011 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Online Nursing Courses, Nursing Employment Options and Outlook Highlighted in New HealthEdSolutions.com Nursing Special Section
Leading Provider of ACLS and PALS Certification Courses Releases Free Online Resources for Nursing Professionals - July 14, 2011 - Health Education Solutions
"2 Blood Types Grouping Card" Invention by 24 DNA Founders Granted Patent Pending Status by United States Patent and Trade Office
“This simple invention that costs less than $20 will test for your 2 Blood Types, Rh+- Factors, Secretor and Non-secretor status, and most important your master DNA sequence,” says 24 DNA co-founder Bob Ainuu Afamasaga. - July 14, 2011 - DNA Alphabet
Issa Trust Foundation & Couples Resorts Announces Formation of Their Seventh Medical Initiative
Leaders with the Issa Trust Foundation (www.issatrustfoundation.com) announced today a team of paediatric health professionals led by Dr. Stacy McConkey, University of Iowa Children’s Hospital serving children in Jamaica. - July 13, 2011 - Issa Trust Foundation
New Directions Behavioral Health Selects Evolute to Implement HIPAA 5010 Solution
Evolute has been contracted by New Directions Behavioral Health to build a solution using Microsoft BizTalk for transitioning to HIPAA 5010 as well as to enhance existing HIPAA support to include referral and approval (278) transactions in order to bring the company to HIPAA 5010 compliance. With... - July 13, 2011 - Evolute Consolidated Holdings Inc.
BioRegenerative Sciences Releases Advanced, Anti-Aging Cosmeceutical Line Based on Patented, Stem Cell-Based Molecular Biotechnology
The most effective anti-aging cosmeceuticals have been released by BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc. These new cosmeceuticals use stem cell-based molecular biotechnology to help heal the skin and thus produce beautiful skin. - July 12, 2011 - BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc.
Migraine Treatment Innovator Dr. Ken Reed to Speak in Oklahoma City
Dr. Ken Reed will be discussing the new migraine treatment called the StimPath Procedure. Joining the discussion will be Dr. Buckley in Oklahoma City on July 14. - July 12, 2011 - Envision Interactive
Kopp Development Inc. Installed Their Ferromagnetic Detectors for MRI Safety Throughout Entire VISN 16
Kopp Development Inc., is proud to announce that South Central VA Health Care Network (VISN 16) outfitted all their MRI facilities with FerrAlert™ HALO detectors. After a comprehensive evaluation of all available ferromagnetic detectors on the market, VISN 16 recognized FerrAlert™... - July 12, 2011 - Kopp Development Inc.
SHAPE Med Atlanta Receives Allergan Diamond Level Distinction for BOTOX® Cosmetic
SHAPE Med has recently received Diamond level provider status from Allergan, the maker of BOTOX® Cosmetic, that recognizes the extensive experience Dr. Mark McKenna and his qualified medical staff have achieved. Only 2% of practices nationwide are afforded the diamond distinction. - July 11, 2011 - Shape Med
MyReviewsNow in Affiliation with Zenmed Skin Care Products Announces the 60-Day People Pleaser Guarantee Program
Zenmed, a leader in specialized skin care, is currently offering free shipping on select orders, free online skin advice and a free newsletter. - July 10, 2011 - Retail Solutions Advisors
New Release of Voluntary Benefits Magazine - Issue 25
Voluntary Benefits Magazine has released the July issue. Read the 25th issue of the monthly magazine dedicated exclusively to Limited Medical, Mini Medical and Worksite Insurance Products at www.VoluntaryBenefitsMagazine.com. The July issue of Voluntary Benefits Magazine features an interview with... - July 09, 2011 - Voluntary Benefits Magazine
Newly Formed Non-Profit Receives Funding and Celebrates Accomplishments - The Spine Health Foundation, Inc.
The Spine Health Foundation, Inc. announces recent successes: recent funding and medical achievements. Their goal is to help the disadvantaged who suffer from chronic back pain associated with spinal disorders obtain the specialized medical care they need to get back to life. - July 09, 2011 - The Spine Health Foundation, Inc.
Website Offers Interactive Clinical Case Discussion Platform
This week sees the launch of Clinicalsession.com, a free interactive website that has been created and developed to facilitate doctor to doctor collaboration. Now, doctors can consult their colleagues about clinical cases without having to be together. - July 09, 2011 - Clinical Session
Infonetica’s New Online GCP Courses Face Up to Reality
Infonetica, pioneers of Good Clinical Practice online training, have responded to the joint challenge of creating a practical and standardised GCP course. As well as being a comprehensive guide to GCP principles, the GCP Practical Implementation online course takes users into the workplace so they... - July 09, 2011 - Infonetica Ltd
Diversified Awards 2011 Leaders in Health Care Scholarships to Minority Students Pursuing Advanced Degrees in Health Care
Joseth Abara and Sheena Garcia received the 2011 Diversified Leaders in Health Care Scholarship award for their commendable track records in community service and academic achievement in health care. - July 08, 2011 - Diversified Investment Advisors, Inc.
ImpactRx Measure How Patient Brand Requests Drive Physician Treatment Decisions
ImpactRx, the pioneer in measuring the impact of promotion on physician prescribing behavior, offers pharmaceutical brand managers unique insight into the effectiveness of their direct-to-consumer promotional efforts. - July 08, 2011 - ImpactRx, Inc
NHS Waiting Lists Can be Avoided – New Guide to Treatment in Europe Will Help Patients Bypass Lengthy Waiting Lists
With today’s news reports raising concerns about rising waiting lists, the ratification of an EU Directive may help relieve pressure on an increasingly overburdened NHS. Few patients know that they have a right, in certain circumstances, to seek treatment in other European states and for the cost of treatment to be reimbursed by the NHS. - July 07, 2011 - CAROL
Recurrent Ulcers in a Patient with Post-Thrombotic Syndrome Treated with Triticum's Honey Dressings
Doctor Pereira Albino (vascular surgeon) wrote a case report titled: “Recurrent ulcers in a patient with post-thrombotic syndrome." This was published in the latest Wounds UK Journal (Vol.7, No.2). - July 07, 2011 - Mesitran
ePlanet Capital Sells Biancamed Ltd to ResMed Inc.
ePlanet Capital announces sale of Biancamed Ltd to ResMed Inc. - July 06, 2011 - ePlanet Capital
Hip-Hop Stars Release Song to Raise Funds, Awareness for Durham Mom
As a Durham, North Carolina cancer survivor and mother of two crusades to overturn a custody order that has outraged the world, a close friend from her childhood days in New Jersey has organized the recording and release of a hip-hop record to help fund the legal battle. - July 06, 2011 - Alaina Giordano
Alchemy Productions Provides Exciting Review for Nettfit Publishing About Their New Parkinson’s Disease Book "Looking Down the Barrel"
Alison Litton of Alchemy Productions provides exciting review of a new Parkinson’s disease book "Looking Down the Barrel" by author Richard Secklin. This memoir is an extraordinary journey of a man who, after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s, feels his world and his identity has been destroyed. Tempted to end his life, he turns his back on himself and God and then through a series of events sees the gift of his personal journey through new eyes of Compassion. - July 06, 2011 - Nettfit Publishing
Dr. Gene Schneller and Dr. Natalia Wilson Join the PSCI Advisory Board
Schneller and Wilson bring healthcare insights and clinical direction to PSCI for the benefit of all hospitals and healthcare providers. - July 06, 2011 - PSCI Solutions
Clinical Evaluation of Triticum's Honey-Based Products for Lower Extremity Wounds in a Home Care Setting
Filip Kegels (RN) wrote a clinical research/audit article in the new Wounds UK Journal (Volume 7, no 2) titled: “Clinical evaluation of honey-based products for lower extremity wounds in a home care setting.” - July 06, 2011 - Mesitran
Fighting Cancer Never Tasted So Good
Today, there are many ways to become involved in the fight against cancer – everything from marathons to private donations – but did you ever think you could eat your way to a cancer-free tomorrow? John Wayne Cancer Institute’s Partners in Progress has put together a variety of mouth-watering, delectable eats and treats for the 2nd Annual Food Truck Round Up for Cancer Research from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on July 17 at the corner of 14th Street and Santa Monica Boulevard. - July 05, 2011 - John Wayne Cancer Institute’s Partners in Progress
New Regulatory Model Proposed by the Ohio Medical Cannabis Act of 2012
The Ohio Medical Cannabis Act of 2012 is being prepared as a statewide initiative for the November 6, 2012 General Election. The press release highlights the importance of this proposed Amendment to the state constitution, and its benefits to the sick and dying. - July 05, 2011 - Ohio Medical Cannabis Act 2012
From Denmark to Southwest Georgia: Continuing Education for Hearing Center at Albany ENT Doctor of Audiology Extends to Copenhagen
From Copenhagen to Southwest Georgia: Albany ENT's Dr. Monica Mennite Brings Home Latest Research and Hearing Solutions to Benefit People with Hearing Loss - July 03, 2011 - The Hearing Center at Albany ENT
Modular Devices Inc. Helps to Quickly Restore Cardiac and Vascular Services to Joplin, MO
Modular Cath Lab installed at St. John’s mobile field hospital. - July 02, 2011 - Modular Devices Inc.