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Animax Launches Division Dedicated to Health Sector
New Animax Health Division to Help Providers Better Serve Wellness Market. - February 04, 2009 - Animax Entertainment
All Product Technical Documentation for Marketed Medical Devices Must be Revised by March 2010 to Comply with Directive 2007/47/EC – One Year Left
Quality First International has formed a task force of technical experts to help companies attain or maintain compliance under the new requirements. - February 04, 2009 - Quality First International
M3V Data Management Releases Chemical Management Navigator Version 3.0… Just in Time for SARA 312 Reporting
Indianapolis, IN: M3V Data Management, LLC is pleased to release the latest version of the popular web based software application Chemical Management Navigator. Not only will this new release allow clients to conduct easy MSDS Management it will also record purchase and usage information to... - February 03, 2009 - M3V Data Management, LLC
17 Chicago Bartenders Virtually Undress to Raise Money for Charity - "Inspired by President Obama's Call to Service," Says One of the Bartenders
Chicagoans create a unique, one-of-a-kind online competition to raise money for charity: www.chicagotakesoff.org/bar-lesque.html. - February 03, 2009 - Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN)
GeneFluidics Inc. Proteus Robotic System Receives ALA New Product Award
GeneFluidics, Inc. is pleased to announce that their Proteus Robotic System has received the New Product Award from the Association for Laboratory Automation (ALA) at LabAutomation2009. The ALA is an international organization devoted to the study, development, and use of laboratory automation. - February 03, 2009 - GeneFluidics Inc.
Cardinal Health Pursues Lean Six Sigma Excellence Through Simulations
Cardinal Health, a global manufacturer and distributor of healthcare supplies and technologies, uses innovative Lean Six Sigma training methods to pursue their goal of total process and safety excellence. In a February public webcast, co-hosted by MoreSteam.com, the leader in Lean Six Sigma online training, Cardinal Health will reveal the details underlying their success and how the application of online classes and simulations has produced more capable and confident professionals. - February 03, 2009 - MoreSteam.com
Boston Paternity Makes Immigration DNA Test Easy with E-commerce Website
Immigration DNA specialists, Boston Paternity, have made the immigration process easier for families by launching a new website that has online registration and appointment scheduling capabilities. The family immigration process that is long and frustrating for I-130 petitioners is getting relief in the form of a private DNA testing company. Many families are uncertain about the future of U.S. family immigration with the induction of the new U.S. President. - February 03, 2009 - Boston Paternity
GoSleep.com Provides Sleep Tips and Helpful Guidance for the Rest of Your Life
Trouble Sleeping? GoSleep.com Links Three Puget Sound Sleep Medicine Locations of Sleep Medicine Associates with Sleep Tips and Helpful Guidance for the Rest of Your Life. - February 02, 2009 - Sleep Medicine Associates
COMHAR, Inc., Selects Jamie Gianna as Chief Information Officer
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based COMHAR, Inc., a community behavioral health service provider, has selected Jamie Gianna as chief information officer (CIO). Mr. Gianna started with the organization in November 2008. As CIO, he oversees all of the technology business systems at 14 different sites in... - February 01, 2009 - COMHAR Integrated Systems Inc.
Chloe Sunglasses Now Available at Eyegoodies.com
With Chloe’s extensive celebrity following, Chloe sunglasses have been showing up all over Hollywood. Many stores already have a huge backordered waiting list for many of the sunglass models. The entire new Chloe sunglasses line is now available at EyeGoodies.com. - January 31, 2009 - EyeGoodies.com
HSI Announces New Board Member - Dr. Richard Abraham
Health & Safety Institute (HSI) family of brands, comprised of American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI), Medic First Aid International, and 24-7 EMS, welcomes Dr. Richard Abraham to the HSI Board of Directors. - January 31, 2009 - Health & Safety Institute (HSI)
Phentermin: A Breakthrough Diet Pill Created by ScyberHealth - Safely Suppresses Appetite
Phentermin—a brand new weight loss diet pill from ScyberHealth - uses a scientifically and clinically proven blend of ingredients that allows for the natural speeding up of the metabolism, a natural increase in energy, and a safe suppressant of the appetite, to truly allow those who are seeking a safe and natural form of weight loss to do so. - January 31, 2009 - ScyberHealth
Rabbit Healthcare Systems’ Rabbit EMR Receives Certification for Their E-Prescribing System
Rabbit Healthcare Systems is pleased to announce that Rabbit EMR received certification as a qualified E-Prescribing system and went live at Lone Star Oncology on January 26, 2009. Medicare defines E-Prescribing as: “The transmission, using electronic media, of prescription or... - January 30, 2009 - Rabbit Healthcare Systems
Medical Tourism Association Announces New Video for Monterrey Conference
Non-profits Medical Tourism Association and Monterrey Health Care have partnered together to create the 1st Latin America Medical Tourism and Health Tourism Congress, which occurs April 27-29th, 2009 in Monterrey, Mexico at the Intercontinental Presidente. Monterrey is known as one of the top... - January 30, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
mumms® and Deyta LLC Create New Process to Help Hospice Agencies Meet QAPI Requirements
mumms® and Deyta LLC partner to improve data access and analysis for quality assurance, performance improvement and national data benchmarking. - January 29, 2009 - Deyta LLC
Exciting Developments in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is considered the standard reference in its field. Published by Thieme, the third edition presents a comprehensive, single-volume survey. This newly revised book includes brand new chapters on areas such as pediatric rhinoplasty, anti-aging medicine and fat... - January 29, 2009 - Thieme Publishers
ULLTRA Release Revolutionary - New - Age Defence 3 in 1 Shaving Cream to Help Fight the Signs of Ageing Whilst Shaving
Taking over 3 years to develop, Ulltra, the experts in shaving Lubricants and natural skincare preparations have introduced the ultimate in shaving technology: A multi-functional 3 in 1 shaving cream that not only gives the closest, most comfortable shave ever, but with prolonged use, will also help combat the signs of aging. Ulltra - Age Defence 3 in 1 Shaving Cream is the ultimate in ‘multi-tasking’ grooming products for men. Aimed at image aware guys. - January 28, 2009 - ULLTRA Ltd
Rabbit Healthcare Systems of Austin, Texas Selected to Participate in ASCO’s Electronic Health Record Pilot
www.rabbitrecords.com Rabbit Healthcare Systems is pleased to announce it has been selected to participate in the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s EHR Pilot Program to determine whether clinical decision support tools can be effectively utilized by oncologists through the incorporation... - January 28, 2009 - Rabbit Healthcare Systems
RPost Builds New Healthcare Solutions Practice in Response to Growing Industry Demand to Shorten Cycle Times and Reduce Cost
Premier physician, researcher and innovator joins RPost team to build specialized healthcare practice and bring company’s platform of cost-cutting and time-saving tools to the pharmaceutical, medical device, and care provider firms worldwide. - January 28, 2009 - RPost
$11 Million Set Aside to Assist Ailing California Hospitals and Nurses with Fingerprinting
The Pre-employ.com Family of Companies – a nationwide leader in Human Resources services and solutions – offers detailed overview of $11 million reimbursement program for California’s hospitals and nurses for fingerprinting costs in free webinar: "$11 Million Set Aside to Assist Ailing California Hospitals and Nurses with Fingerprinting." - January 28, 2009 - Pre-Employ.com
Lupus Research Institute: New Study Confirms the Need for More Research Dollars
LRI responds to new study of lupus-related costs. - January 28, 2009 - Lupus Research Institute
WCED Podcast Targets Medical Design and Medical Manufacturing Companies
Ken Atkins, executive director for Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org), has announced the release of a new audio podcast discussing key benefits of Wake County for relocating and/or expanding companies in the medical design and medical manufacturing industries. The... - January 28, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
Westlake Healthcare Center Appoints Diana Cremeans Director of Nursing
Westlake Healthcare Center, a leading provider of skilled care services in the greater Cuyahoga county area, announced that it has named Diana Cremeans Director of Nursing. As Director of Nursing, Ms. Cremeans will be responsible for the Clinical Services Department of Westlake Healthcare Center, a... - January 27, 2009 - Boulevard Healthcare, LLC
IonSense Announces the Expansion of DART® Ion Source Product Line to Include TOF Mass Spectrometers
The Popular Direct Analysis Technique is Now Available for Time-of-Flight Instruments, Expanding the Range of Applications. - January 27, 2009 - IonSense, Inc.
New Book: MicroCurrent for Horses (and Other Vital Therapies You Should Know) by Deborah Powell
MicroCurrent for Horses (and other vital therapies you should know) focuses on low level electrical stimulation and other complementary therapies for improving injury recovery, reducing injury recovery costs, injury prevention, and optimizing performance. Fully illisustrated with drawings, pictures, and charts. Matrix Publishing 280 pgs. 2008. $89.95. - January 26, 2009 - Matrix Therapy Products Corp.
New Book "Your Health in the Information Age" by Peter Yellowlees MD Featured on ABC, Fox TV, and All Books Reviews
"Your Health in the Information Age” is an exciting new book that shows patients how they can work more closely with their doctors by using the internet effectively. 10 million Americans search for health information on the Internet for themselves or for loved ones every single day? 40% of Americans are able to email their doctors, but 80% want to do this. Available from www.InformationAgeHealth.com, Amazon and many online bookstores. - January 26, 2009 - Peter Yellowlees MD
Feb 12th Grand Opening for Austin Residence
Today, Arveda Alzheimer’s Family Care, LLC, an Austin-based company that specializes in operating assisted-living residences, announces that it will host a Grand Opening for its new Austin Alzheimer’s Family Care residence on February 12th from 4 to 7 pm. An RSVP is respectfully... - January 25, 2009 - Arveda Care, LLC
Salud al dia Magazine Has Been Named the Official Spanish-Language Magazine for Go Red for Women from the American Heart Association
An agreement was signed between Go Red for Women and Salud al dia magazine for sponsoring and support the 2009-2010 campaign. - January 24, 2009 - Salud al dia magazine
Houston IVF Opens New Infertility Center
One of the nation’s leading infertility treatment practices opens a facility in west Houston’s new Memorial Hermann Tower. - January 24, 2009 - Houston IVF
Office-Based Surgery Accreditation Gains Momentum
Validare is proud to announce that in 2008 it assisted 54 Office-Based Surgery (OBS) providers achieve accreditation or re-accreditation with a national accreditation agency and improve patient safety. - January 24, 2009 - Validare
Fire and Smoke Damper Inspection Company Names Operations and Safety Manager
Life Safety Services, the National leader in fire and smoke damper inspection services, announced today that Rebecca Yost has been named the Operations and Safety Manager for the company. In her new role, Rebecca will be responsible for maintaining Life Safety Services commitment to creating solid... - January 24, 2009 - Life Safety Services
A4M's Announces Its Website, Worldhealth.net is Featured on Oprah.com Regarding Hormone Replacement Debate
Worldhealth.net is now featured on Oprah.com as a resource for those interested in learning more about Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) and Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). The link appears in a new section of Oprah Winfrey’s website launched in conjunction with her recent show about Hormone Replacement Therapy for women. - January 24, 2009 - A4M
Niscayah Presents Emerging Trends & Technology in Healthcare Security
Niscayah, Inc. Healthcare Solutions Group is hosting its first Healthcare Security Expo in Tampa on February 12, 2009. Various security technology vendors from leading security manufacturers will be on site performing live demonstrations. Simultaneously, seminars will take place throughout the day... - January 24, 2009 - Niscayah, Inc.
John C. Lincoln Deer Valley Hospital in Phoenix Receives Prestigious State Award
John C. Lincoln Deer Valley Hospital’s commitment to excellence in patient care has earned it the 2008 Arizona Pioneer Award for Quality, marking the first time a hospital has received the award. - January 23, 2009 - John C. Lincoln Health Network
MTBC Expands National Presence with Clients in 40 States
With Wyoming, MTBC has now attained the milestone of 40 states with active clients, as part of its successful national expansion plan, the innovative medical billing and healthcare IT company based in Somerset, N.J. announced. “We are one of a select group of revenue cycle management... - January 23, 2009 - MTBC.com
US Musckoloskeletal Device & Implant Market to Grow 11.8% by 2012
The US musckoloskeletal device & implant market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 11.8% due to changing age profile of patients and rising cases of hip and knee fractures. - January 23, 2009 - RNCOS
Get a Refreshing Lift and Earn $1 Per Minute with Aromatherapy Oxygen Stations by o2planet.com
Businesses looking for an additional source of revenues for their spa, hotel, tanning salon, event, or wellness center are adding O2 Planet's Aroma o2 Aromatherapy Oxygen stations. These oxygen stations can be set up anywhere to provide refreshing oxygen with aromatherapy. Charge $1 a minute, They're money making machines. - January 22, 2009 - o2 Planet, LLC
ReviewSNAP Announces New 360 Degree Feedback Module
In a move to offer current and future clients a comprehensive performance management system, ReviewSNAP announces the launch of the new 360 Degree Feedback module, ReviewSNAP360. A division of Applied Training Systems, ReviewSNAP provides a fully automated, web-based performance review... - January 22, 2009 - ReviewSNAP
Health & Safety Institute is Growing with Addition of 24-7 EMS
Health & Safety Institute (HSI), comprised of American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) and MEDIC FIRST AID International, is pleased to announce the addition of 24-7 EMS to its family of brands. - January 22, 2009 - Health & Safety Institute (HSI)
Extended Deadline for Registration of Medical Devices in Italy
Quality First International previously issued an alert to all medical device companies intending to sell their medical device in Italy beyond 31 December 2008: Italy introduced various changes in healthcare regulations, among which is the need for any medical device placed on the Italian market to... - January 22, 2009 - Quality First International
The Life Science Lawyer: Book Exploring Hybrid Professionals in Law and Healthcare/Life Sciences Released
A book exploring the careers of hybrid professionals holding both law and healthcare/life science degrees is now available. The title of the new book is: The Life Science Lawyer. - January 21, 2009 - Pharm, LLC
The Health Care Blog (THCB) Runs Editorial from Mednovus President, Tobias Gilk, Appealing to Joint Commission for MRI Safety Standard Enforcement
Influential The Health Care Blog published an editorial written by Mednovus' President and MRI Safety Director, Tobias Gilk, outlining growing MRI safety concerns, coupled with an appeal to the Joint Commission for action on new provisions of the Environment of Care that allow for enforcement of minimum protections. - January 21, 2009 - Mednovus, Inc.
LegalView Developing Cranial Implant Information Portal Detailing the Recall of Stryker Cranial Implant Kits
LegalView recently created a new information portal detailing the recall of approximately 322 cranial implant kits that were implanted in patients suffering from face, jaw and cranium injuries. The kits have been recalled due to controversy on the sterility of the implants. - January 20, 2009 - LegalView
Avreo Signs Interworks Contract with Neshoba County General Hospital for Increased Efficiency
Neshoba County General Hospital (NCGH), Philadelphia, MS is the latest hospital to select Avreo interWORKS™ Ris/Pacs system for its ability to increase efficiencies in the diagnostic imaging department. After evaluating several RIS/PACS solutions, Avreo’s interWORKS™ was selected... - January 19, 2009 - Avreo
The Medical Tourism Association Announces the Release of Videos Interviews from the Medical Tourism Association’s Annual Conference
The Medical Tourism Association announces another release of interview videos with new topics from the interviews at the Medical Tourism Association’s annual conference World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress. Five new video interviews launched this week on the Medical Tourism... - January 19, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
SleepRestfully.com to Distribute Fisher & Paykel’s New SleepStyle 200 Auto Series CPAP
SleepRestfully. of Houston, Texas, a leader in the Sleep Apnea equipment and portable oxygen concentrator industry announced they have in stock the new Fisher & Paykel SleepStyle 200 Auto Series CPAP. - January 19, 2009 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
Are Dental Hygiene Clinics Doomed to Fail?
Dentists' expenses are increasing, leaving many dental practices struggling. About one in four practices have raised their dental fees due to the current economy, finds a dental management survey by The Wealthy Dentist. - January 18, 2009 - The Wealthy Dentist
Medical Billing Software MPMsoft Chosen by MedCrew as Its Medical Office Software
In preparation for Tom Daschle and Barak Obama's healthcare reform, MedCrew tightens its ship and battens its hatches with high technology. - January 16, 2009 - Medical Billing Software - MPMsoft
Infonetica Announce Launch of International Online GCP Network
Infonetica has recently added a new member to its family: the OnlineGCP international network for Good Clinical Practice certification. The launch of the network is aimed at delivering the same high-quality service the company is well known for, while making accessible to international clinical... - January 16, 2009 - Infonetica Ltd
Population Boom Bucking Up Saudi Arabian Healthcare Sector
Robustly growing population is inducing fast growth in Saudi Arab’s healthcare sector, creating, on one end, shortage of beds and staff, and opening up opportunities for healthcare providers on the other. - January 16, 2009 - RNCOS