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A New Female Condom Design Concept is in Development in California at Strata Various Product Design
A new female condom concept is in development. It is intended to be more attractive and pleasurable for both partners. The manufacturer says "The Origami Female Condom is a 'no-fumble' method that is quick and easy to use." The objectives are two-fold; to place emphasis on pleasure while simultaneously improving safety. The new Origami Female Condom is expected to have a global impact on contraception and disease prevention, according to the inventor, Daniel Resnic. - August 13, 2010 - Strata Various Product Design
Migraine Market Forecast by Datamonitor Now Available at ReportsandReports
After 4 years of steady growth, the migraine market across the seven major regions was valued at $4.6 billion in 2008. - August 13, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Multiple Sclerosis Market Forecast by Datamonitor Now Available at ReportsandReports
Sales of multiple sclerosis disease-modifying therapies exceeded $6.0 billion in 2008 across the seven major markets (US, Japan, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK). - August 13, 2010 - ReportsandReports
"Nutrition Security" is Focus of Tufts Friedman School Symposium
Tufts University's Annual Nutrition Conference will take place in Boston, November 5-6, 2010 featuring leading policy makers. - August 12, 2010 - Tufts University
IAPAM Enhances "Resources" Section with the Latest Cosmetic Laser and Skin Rejuvenation Advancements
The IAPAM has just added two new sections to its globally-respected website (http://www.iapam.com/resources). This new web content focuses on Laser & Light Devices and Skin Resurfacing. As part of the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine's website, the Resources Sections provide doctors around the world with treatment-focused content and timely intelligence on the aesthetic medicine industry's leading procedures, such as Botox and medical weight loss. - August 12, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
ARUP Laboratories Presents Recent Research at Two Major Association Meetings
ARUP Laboratories staff has presented some recent research findings at two major meetings during the first two weeks of August. Posters were presented at the AMLI and ACM conferences. - August 12, 2010 - ARUP Laboratories
CyraCom Awarded Contract with HealthTrust Purchasing Group
CyraCom has been awarded a contract to provide language services to HealthTrust Purchasing Group members. - August 12, 2010 - CyraCom International
The 3rd Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress Announces Israel Tourism Board as a Bronze Sponsor
The 3rd Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress announces the Israel Tourism Board as a Bronze Sponsor of the conference, which will take place on September 22-24, 2010. - August 12, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Fundación Exportar Argentina Announced as a Silver Sponsor of the World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
The 3rd Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce Fundación Exportar Argentina as a Silver Sponsor at the conference held on September 22-24, 2010. - August 12, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Influential Top Global Leaders in Healthcare & Hospital Development Conference Agenda Announced
Eric Wenke, Fred Hagigi, Norman Soto, Mathias Goyen, and Jacques Mulder are added to the panel of speakers for the Healthcare & Hospital Development Conference. - August 12, 2010 - Sustainable Healthcare and Hospital Development Magazine
Prediction of Prostate Cancer Progression Possible with Hyperspectral Imaging
A study conducted by scientists at ChemImage Corporation, in partnership with a well-known U.S. medical research and treatment center, revealed that Raman Molecular Imaging (RMI), a type of hyperspectral imaging, has potential in predicting the progression of prostate cancer. Blinded samples from... - August 11, 2010 - ChemImage Corporation
NPALI Say Update Immunizations to Prevent Serious, Life-Threatening Illnesses
"Regardless of age, sex, race, ethnic background, getting immunized is a lifelong, life-protecting responsibility," said Dr. Mary Beth Petraco, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, chair of the NPALI. - August 11, 2010 - Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island
St. Rose Hospital Selected for a State-Wide Clinical Study
St. Rose Hospital (SRH) has been selected by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to participate in a three year State-wide Elective Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) pilot program, allowing the Hospital to perform Non-Emergency PCI. PCI, also known as angioplasty, is... - August 10, 2010 - St. Rose Hospital
Mango Madness Skin Care Products Now 100% Paraben Free
The Mango Madness Skin Care Product line of anti aging wrinkle creams, moisturizers and exfoliators is now free of any parabens. - August 09, 2010 - Mango Madness Skin Care
US Navy Migrates to Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizers; USS Maine Most Recent to Embrace MGS Brands' "Hy5" in Battle Against Hand-Borne Germs
In connection with a US Navy edict prohibiting alcohol-based hand sanitizer products on board US submarines, procurement staff across various Navy divisions have since been migrating their purchases to alcohol-free hand sanitizer products, which are recognized for being equally-effective, yet non-irritating to the skin and non-flammable. - August 09, 2010 - Mischler Financial Group, Inc.
Rabbit Healthcare Systems Has Been Selected by Central Illinois Hematology Oncology Center
"CIHOC chose Rabbit because it offers the single best offering for our practice needs. We like Rabbit's one database solution that will produce the improved efficiencies and productivity we seek to help improve patient care. Our goal is to be on the cutting edge of technology and position ourselves for growth. The opportunity to work closely with a vendor that will adapt to our practice pattern was very compelling." - Edem Agamah, MD, CIHOC, Springfield, IL. - August 07, 2010 - Rabbit Healthcare Systems
Adventist Health Brings iTriage Smartphone App to Oregon
Free App Delivers Medical Information to Mobile Consumers; On-the-go Access to Symptom, Disease, Medical Procedure and Provider Information. - August 06, 2010 - iTriage, LLC
Manufacturers of Antivirals to Face Unprecedented Challenges in the Next Decade
Prices of branded antivirals vary widely across the world’s major pharmaceutical markets. The U.S. market generally offers relatively generous reimbursement of antivirals. Recent survey of U.S. infectious disease specialists found that many of these physicians had concerns regarding their patients’ access to antivirals. - August 06, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
International Cellular Medicine Society Builds Support for Patient Safety and Education in Asia
ICMS Executive Director Delivers Keynote Remarks in Japan Following Meeting with Korean Senate - August 06, 2010 - International Cellular Medicine Society
ISMG Offers HIPAA, HITECH Webinar for Vendors
Information Security Media Group, publisher of HealthcareInfoSecurity.com, announces an exclusive new webinar, HIPAA & HITECH Updates: The Vendors' Guide to the Security Essentials. - August 06, 2010 - Information Security Media Group
Annual Forecasting Health & Beauty 2014 by Verdict Now Available at ReportsandReports
UK Retail Futures 2014: Health & Beauty provides comprehensive insight into sector related issues such as market shares, space expansion and the changing patterns of consumer demand. It combines this with a host of economic, social and political factors to derive thorough sector forecasts over the next five years. - August 06, 2010 - ReportsandReports
VQ OrthoCare® Named Health Care Innovation and Research Finalist in 4th Annual Health Care Champion Awards Presented by the San Diego Business Journal
Finalists Recognized at Special Awards Reception Ceremony on July 22nd at Doubletree Hotel in Mission Valley, Calif. - August 06, 2010 - BioniCare
Palm Beach County School Kids Scramble for Back to School Physicals & Shots at MD Now Urgent Care
No Shots, No School, No Kidding! The Back-to-School rush has begun as MD Now Urgent Care Centers discount their School & Sport Physical Exams and mandatory Immunizations for school children this 2010/2011 School Season. - August 05, 2010 - MD Now Urgent Care
Stethoscope Training for iPhone and iPad Users
Easy Auscultation (www.easyauscultation.com) has released a new version of its web site for iPhone and iPad users. This enables mobile access to the library of over 65 heart sounds, murmurs and lung sound lessons. - August 05, 2010 - MedEdu, LLC
2010 Healthcare Conference Shows Physicians How to Thrive During Healthcare Reform
Date: October 1-2, 2010 Location: Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa, Las Vegas, NV. Keynote Speaker: Gerry Sikorski. CME: 10; Successfully Navigating Healthcare Reform: Learn How to Increase Medical Practice Revenues During Healthcare Reform http://2010HealthCareConference.com - August 05, 2010 - 2010 HealthCare Conference
University Spine Institute Launches New Website and Collaborates with Trusted Online Resource, Spine-health.com, to Promote Patient Education
Associated with Hahnemann University Hospital, the team of highly-specialized spine experts at University Spine Institute have recently partnered with online leader Spine-health.com to educate their patients on their conditions and treatment options. - August 05, 2010 - Spine-health LLC
NovaMark Solutions Releases Series of White Papers on the Key Concepts of Corporate Performance Management
NovaMark Solutions, the exclusive reseller of Covalent’s software in the North American healthcare market, today released the “Theory Taster” series of white papers on Corporate Performance Management concepts. - August 05, 2010 - NovaMark Solutions, LLC
Dr. Mark Galland Provides Advice for Athletes on NBC 17’s My Carolina Today
Dr. Mark Galland, a physician at Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina (http://www.orthonc.com/galland.html) was featured on My Carolina Today (http://www.mycarolinatoday.com), a new local lifestyle show airing Monday through Friday on Media General’s WNCN-TV/NBC 17. While on the show, Dr. - August 05, 2010 - Dr. Galland
New Physician at Monmouth Pain and Rehabilitation Center Helps Patients Avoid Surgery in Red Bank, NJ
Monmouth County office ushers in a new form of rehabilitation and pain management—a conservative, multi-disciplinary approach to back pain, neck pain, sciatica, disc problems, and more. - August 04, 2010 - Monmouth Pain and Rehabilitation Center
First Annual Sustainable Healthcare & Hospital Development Conference to Take Place September 22nd-24th in Los Angeles
LA welcomes The Sustainable Healthcare & Hospital Development Conference on September 22nd-24th at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel, right off of the famous Boulevard of the Stars, and blocks away from Rodeo Drive, theme parks, and great shopping. - August 04, 2010 - Sustainable Healthcare and Hospital Development Magazine
New Global Leaders in Sustainable Healthcare & Hospital Development Conference Announced for Agenda
Ricardo Forbes, Sonia Roschnik, Gail Vittori, Hugh Greeley, and Professor Greg Carlson are all new confirmed speakers for the Sustainable Healthcare & Hospital Development Conference. - August 04, 2010 - Sustainable Healthcare and Hospital Development Magazine
Wellco Leads Quest for Flat Health Costs
Royal Oak, Michigan-based Wellco Corporation recently became the first and only wellness industry leader to offer an effective evaluation system for wellness programs. The product, called HealthHammer, helps companies accurately benchmark and fully achieve flat health costs over time. - August 04, 2010 - Wellco Corporation
International Society Publishes Open Letter to Stem Cell Clinics
International Cellular Medicine Society publishes letter to stem cell clinics calling them to join the ICMS and protect the future of cellular medicine. - August 04, 2010 - International Cellular Medicine Society
Medical Tourism Association Releases Healthcare Reform White Paper
Medical Tourism Association releases a Healthcare Reform White Paper which discusses the effect US healthcare reform will have on both inbound and outbound medical tourism. - August 04, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Senate Appropriations Committee Gives On-Going Support to Lupus Research Institute-Initiated National Lupus Health Education Program
Senate Recognizes Critical Need for Lupus Education, Includes $1 Million in Appropriations. - August 03, 2010 - Lupus Research Institute
Are You a Skeptic or Believer? Queendom.com Reveals Results of Their Paranormal Beliefs Study
Queendom.com delves into the mystical and supernatural, and makes interesting discoveries about people’s beliefs. - August 03, 2010 - PsychTests AIM Inc.
Opti3 Omega-3 Vegan EPA & DHA Supplement Goes Global
After a successful launch in the UK, this new leading Vegan Opti3 Omega-3 food supplement brand is fast moving into new markets and seeks wider distribution partners. - August 03, 2010 - Opti3 Omega
Min-Sheng Hospital Hosts International Single Incision Laparoscopic Surgery Workshop
Surgeons from across Asia gather at Taiwan's Min-Sheng Hospital for live-demonstrations of single incision laparoscopic surgery. - August 01, 2010 - Min-Sheng Hospital
PRA Receives Highest Accreditation Status from CARF Survey
Progressive Rehabilitation Clinic, LLC specializing in the treatment of those with Chronic Pain, Acquired Brain Injury and Occupational Rehab programs receives top accreditation from CARF.org - July 31, 2010 - Progressive Rehabilitation Associates, LLC
Health Market Science Announces Immediate Availability of Email MasterFile™ for the Healthcare Industry
Health Market Science announced HMS Email MasterFile, an email database of 1.2 million practitioners, offering the highest quality, most comprehensive email database in the healthcare industry. - July 31, 2010 - Health Market Science
Health Tourism Magazine Releases Health & Wellness Podcast with Camille Hoheb, Advisory Board Member Health Tourism Magazine
Health Tourism Magazine releases a Health & Wellness podcast with Camille Hoheb, an Advisory Board Member of the Health Tourism Magazine. Camille talks about the importance of the upcoming World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress’s Health & Wellness Sector. - July 30, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
Thieme Picks up Manson Publishing for the Americas and India
Thieme Publishers, one of the world’s leading scientific, medical and academic publishing companies and Manson Publishing, a UK-based specialty publisher, announced today that Thieme will distribute the Manson titles in the Americas and India. "Manson Publishing has an outstanding list... - July 30, 2010 - Thieme Publishers
NovaMark Solutions and NOVACES Form Strategic Alliance Supporting Performance Improvement Services in Hospitals and Health Systems
NovaMark Solutions, the exclusive North American reseller of Covalent Software’s Corporate Performance and Quality Management software, today announced the finalization of a Strategic Alliance with NOVACES, a leading provider of healthcare performance improvement and Lean Six Sigma consulting. - July 30, 2010 - NovaMark Solutions, LLC
Privacy Push – Department of Health and Human Services Stepping Up Compliance Requirements. With Deadlines Looming, Expert Rebecca Herold Sheds Light on Issues At-Hand.
Healthcare organizations, and all companies doing any level of business with healthcare organizations, will soon be held to stricter information security and privacy requirements, as electronic health records become the mandated industry standard. Many small- and medium-sized organizations are now facing a challenge – how to be compliant with new laws when they don’t have the staff, budget or systems in place to make that happen. - July 30, 2010 - Rebecca Herold & Associates, LLC
AppointmentCity Moves Beyond Dentistry Into the Rest of Healthcare
AppointmentCity, an online platform to find and book dental appointments nationwide has now added other healthcare providers including General Practitioners, Pediatricians, and Surgeons as well as Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, Personal Trainers and even Veterinarians. The planned expansion... - July 30, 2010 - AppointmentCity.com, LLC
Molecular Diagnostics Market Expected to Grow at a Double-Digit Pace Through 2015
Two important growth drivers in the clinical setting for molecular diagnostics include the need for new biomarker assays as well as for techniques that lower the cost per test, and which improve ease of use, data quality and turnaround time. - July 30, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Florence Community Healthcare in Florence Arizona, a Full-Service Hospital, Opens Its Doors to the Public, July 23, 2010
With the economy still struggling and jobs scarce in many sectors, one rural community in Florence Arizona is celebrating the opening of a new full-service hospital. Not only will it bring much needed medical care and specialties to the region, it will add over $10 million annually in "collateral benefit." FCHC has already created over 100 new jobs and will add over 100 more in the next year. - July 29, 2010 - Florence Community Healthcare
Addictions Treatment Giveaway: Win a Free 45 Day Stay at Top of the World Ranch Recovery Centre
Win an all expenses paid addiction treatment stay, including inpatient program, accommodations and meals in a safe and serene setting at Top of the World Ranch Recovery. The only out of pocket expense to the winning candidate will be transportation to and from the Ranch. - July 29, 2010 - Top of the World Ranch Treatment Centre
Mother of Two Wins a Free Pebble Low Vision Magnifier Just in Time to Read Bedtime Stories
Within the first month of announcing the release of the Pebble Portable 4.3, Enhanced Vision also announces an “enter to win,” Pebble 4.3 monthly drawing. The features presented by the Pebble 4.3 delivers daily life enhancing vision assistance within the palm of your hand. Providing up to 10x magnification, viewable on a 4.3” high resolution LCD, offering freeze frame viewing, and 28 video viewing modes, this lightweight portable low vision magnifier is perfect for everyday use. - July 29, 2010 - Enhanced Vision
OZiL: Breaking the Confines of Traditional Phaco - Live Surgery Workshop at Hazari Nursing Home, Aurangabad
A live phaco surgery workshop was organised by Dr. Ajit Hazari at Hazari Nursing Home in Aurangabad on 25.07.2010. It was held under the aegis of Aurangabad Ophthalmological Association. Phaco surgery was done to demonstrate the features and advantages of OZiL technology over traditional longitudinal phaco. Surgery was done by Dr. Ajit Hazari, Dr. Wavikar and Dr. Shetye. Live surgery was followed by lectures. - July 29, 2010 - Hazari Nursing Home