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Autism Support Network & Parenting Special Needs Magazine Form International Alliance
Content Distribution Agreement Furthers Autism Support Globally. - January 15, 2009 - Autism Support Network
Climb the Highest Mountain in Africa to Help Children with AIDS
Challenge Yourself to Save Lives - January 14, 2009 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
UCSD Regional Fertility Center Launches New Website
UCSD Regional Fertility Center and TD Media, Inc. launch new website to strengthen local online marketing. - January 14, 2009 - TD Media, Inc.
Senior Advocates Score in Down Market
Senior advocate duo finds burgeoning demand in developing senior care facilities despite real estate woes. - January 11, 2009 - NationWide Group
Diamond Herpanacine Associates Announce That Herpanacine Skin Support is Now in Veggie Caps with Added Zinc
Herpanacine Skin Support System is now being sold in veggie caps with added zinc. - January 10, 2009 - Diamond Herpanacine Associates
Social Security Disability Blog Provides Information for Claimants with Lupus
Lupus is evaluated in the social security administration's impairment handbook, or blue book, though in some sense no actual and specific disability criteria has been established for the disorder. Due to the nature of the condition and the fact that it is often misdiagnosed or diagnosed late, claimants filing on the basis of lupus may often not receive proper consideration for their claims. - January 09, 2009 - Disability Secrets
Diamond Herpanacine Associates Announce an Award Winning Product with Award Winning Results
Dr. Wayne Diamond’s Herpanacine Skin Support System has been awarded the first ever “Best of Beauty” Award as the #1 Skin Supplement by Better Nutrition Magazine. - January 09, 2009 - Diamond Herpanacine Associates
Helse Vest Goes All mdesk™
With the addition of Helse Førde all major hospitals in the Norwegian health region Helse Vest now have chosen mdesk™ as their orthopedic preoperative planning and templating system. Helse Førde, consisting of the hospitals in Førde, Lærdal and Nordfjordeid, recently decided that mdesk™ Orthopaedics will be the system that handles all their orthopedic templating needs. - January 09, 2009 - RSA Biomedical
Grossman Design Associates Launches Downturn Strategy for Health Care Branding
"Our Haus" (gdahaus.blogspot.com), the branding and graphic design blog of Grossman Design Associates, today published a downturn strategy for health care branding. The article asserts a marketing audit as an actionable, high-value strategy, priced for leaner times, that eliminates costs and sets the stage for future profitable activities. - January 09, 2009 - Grossman Design Associates
Mississauga Cosmetic Surgery and Laser Clinic Has a New Informative Website and Facebook Page to Provide Patients Considering Cosmetic Procedures the Best Information
MCSC, a fully accredited surgical facility, and home of Dr. Michael Weinberg, a board certified Plastic Surgeon, has recently developed a website and facebook page, both of which are exceptionally informative and allow prospective patients to communicate directly with Dr. Weinberg. - January 08, 2009 - mississauga Cosmetic Surgery and laser clinic
NuU Medspa Continues to Donate and Motivate Into the New Year
NuU Medspa marches into 2009 with continued excellence by helping others significantly impact the quality of life at Master Your Universe Change -Your -Life -Fair on January 8, 2009. Master Your Universe Change -Your -Life –Fair will speak to the consumer about self-improvement and taking... - January 08, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Engeye Health Clinic in Uganda Implements Scholars Program to Aid Ugandan Students
Engeye Scholars Program Established by Theresa Weinman and Elaine Pers Hickey. - January 07, 2009 - Engeye
Atlanta, Ga. Lighten Up Expo Featuring Colleen Cook
Reach For It will hold an expo in Atlanta, Ga. on the second Saturday in January 2009. Lighten Up Expo, an educational expo for healthy weight loss through bariatric surgery and how weight loss surgery can enhance the quality of life. The mission of Lighten Up Expo is to educate, motivate, give... - January 07, 2009 - Bariatric Support Centers International
Robert D. Edelheit and United Group Programs, Inc. Announces Low Cost Alternative Group Health Plans Available to Eligible Employers
Robert D. Edelheit and United Group Programs, Inc. is pleased to announce low cost alternative Group Health Plans are available to eligible employers located in approved states. United Group Programs, Inc. and Robert D. Edelheit are please to have the OptiMed Product line available. OptiMed... - January 06, 2009 - United Group Programs, Inc.
Medical Tourism Facilitator Members of the Medical Tourism Association (MTA) Are the First Medical Tourism Facilitators to Enter Into Agreements with Insurance Companies
Three Medical Tourism Facilitator Members of the Medical Tourism Association (MTA) are the first medical tourism facilitators to enter into agreements with insurance companies and marketers of insurance products to offer medical tourism facilitators to their members and participants. - January 06, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Orlampa Enterprises, Inc., Announces the Creation of Orlampa Health
Orlampa Enterprises, Inc., an internet based product broker specializing in personalized health and wellness related services announces the creation of Orlampa Health (www.orlampahealth.com) an all-encompassing program that enables one to set the bar on how successful weight-loss can be. They... - January 03, 2009 - Orlampa Enterprises, Inc
”Sports Medicine and Coaching” Workshop to Be Held at Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey
Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Gerardo Goldberger, will host a workshop at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey with Multisport Coach, Tom Manzi. - January 02, 2009 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Graphic Design and Branding Blog Tackles Health Care Marketing
"Our Haus," the graphic design and branding blog of Grossman Design Associates, today asserts new standards for health care marketing and branding through its inaugural article, "A Movement Toward Better Health Care Marketing." - January 02, 2009 - Grossman Design Associates
Behavioral Directions, LLC, an Autism Consulting Firm Presents Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) & Behavior Intervention Planning Seminar in Loudoun County
Behavioral Directions, LLC provides intervention services for individuals with autism spectrum disorders and challenging behaviors utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), a science with over 40 years of research support. - January 01, 2009 - Behavioral Directions, LLC
Behavioral Directions, LLC, an Autism Consulting Firm Presents Seminar on Reducing Challenging Behaviors in Children at Environmental Protection Agency on January 8, 2009
Stacey McIntyre, MA, BCBA of Behavioral Directions, LLC (Herndon, Fairfax County, Virginia) will present an invited address to staff and associates at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Maternal Wellness Group at a Brown Bag Lunch Event on January 8, 2009. The meeting will be held in the... - January 01, 2009 - Behavioral Directions, LLC
Bestselling Spine Surgery Book Reveals Latest Techniques Used by Specialists
Editors Alexander R. Vaccaro, MD, PhD, and Todd J. Albert, MD, actively recruited world renowned physicians to assist them in their endeavor to update this popular text. More than 80 experts in the field have joined forces to create the most up-to-date guide detailing both commonly and rarely performed spinal procedures. - December 29, 2008 - Thieme Publishers
Free PTSD and Trauma Relief for Returning Iraq and Afghanistan Soldiers
Joanne Callahan, President of the Association for Thought Field Therapy Foundation is pleased to announce free, much-needed PTSD, trauma and stress relief for those soldiers returning from war. These easily learned, self-applied techniques, Thought Field Therapy (TFT) are based on time-honored principles of both contemporary clinical psychology and Chinese medicine to conquer PTSD, trauma, anxiety, stress and fears. - December 27, 2008 - ATFT Foundation
Tooth Whitening Moving from the Dentist's to the Grocery Store
Consumers love tooth whitening, but more and more are choosing home bleaching over in-office laser bleaching. Two out of three dentists have noted a decline, finds a survey by The Wealthy Dentist. - December 27, 2008 - The Wealthy Dentist
The Medical Tourism Association Announces Its First Release of Educational Videos Which Consist of Interviews from the World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress
The Medical Tourism Association announces its first release of educational videos which consist of interviews from the Medical Tourism Association’s annual conference World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress. The conference took place in September 2008 with 850 attendees, 53... - December 25, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Transinsight is Proud to Announce the Launch of GoPubMed.com Version 4.0
At European Venture Summit Transinsight launches new version of GoPubMed, the semantic search engine for the life sciences, and wins as one of the top 5 European biotech start-ups - December 25, 2008 - Transinsight
Innovative Procedures for Treating Epilepsy and Other Movement Disorders Highlighted in Classic Reference
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) treats an array of chronic neurological disorders such as epilepsy and Parkinson's disease. While most patients continue to need medication after undergoing DBS, many experience such a dramatic reduction in their symptoms that they are able to decrease their... - December 25, 2008 - Thieme Publishers
American Sleep Apnea Association Calls for Assistance in Combat of Financial Crisis
Organization for sleep apnea awareness aims to meet challenges of future endeavors. - December 25, 2008 - American Sleep Apnea Association
'Daddy Baby Boom' - CNN Reports That Men Are Taking the Lead Among Surrogacy Parents
CNN's American Morning featured today Circle Surrogacy dads in a story about single men who turn to surrogates for children. CNN reports on the growing number of single men, straight and gay, who choose surrogacy in their baby quest. The reports states that surrogacy in general quadrupled over the last decade, and that men are leading the trend. - December 24, 2008 - Circle Surrogacy
Inspirational Speaker Michael Segal Releases First CD -- Possible CD Features Stories of Hope, Inspiration and Humor and the Music of The O’Neill Brothers
Shooting victim Michael Segal releases inspirational CD containing stories of hope, humor and inspiration. Music by The O'Neill Brothers. - December 24, 2008 - Lone Star Sound
New Research Shows That Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) Are Causing Leaks in the Lining of the Stomach
The research group of Dr. James Michael Mullin, Professor at the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR), recently co-authored two papers that describe how proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) have been shown to compromise upper gastrointestinal (GI) barrier function. These studies provide new information about an unexpected potentially harmful side effect of taking PPIs. - December 24, 2008 - Lankenau Institute for Medical Research
Fitness & Rehab Blog Hits Milestone
The Healing Through Movement Fitness & Rehab Blog has been a resource for Fitness & Rehab professionals from around the world looking for the latest information on exercise and injuries. - December 24, 2008 - Healing Through Movement
The Medical Tourism Association’s Latin America Medical Tourism and Health Tourism Congress Announces Its Official Conference Venue and Hotel
The Medical Tourism Association’s Latin America Medical Tourism and Health Tourism Congress announces its official conference venue and hotel for the 1st annual Latin America Medical Tourism and Health Congress, April 27th-29th, in Monterrey Mexico. The Official Congress Hotel is the... - December 21, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Dr. Rosenfeld Has Posted a New Article at His Website: the "Controversy" of ADHD
Many mistruths are perpetrated about the diagnosis of ADHD, particularly on the internet. The article written explores some of these "controversial" issues. Issues touched upon include ADHD testing, diagnosis, and treatment. - December 20, 2008 - Dr. Michael Rosenfeld
Where Focus Meets Innovation - HealthWorldWeb Reveals New Features
Health World Web is announcing addition of videos to the Health Communities from icyou.com, new medical providers’ ads campaign and new gadgets for doctors, clinical trials and support group searches. - December 20, 2008 - Health World Web
New Product Release: Fisher & Paykel HC234 Integrated CPAP and Humidifier
MySleepMask has listed the new Fisher & Paykel HC234 as the company’s top recommendation among integrated CPAP machines. - December 20, 2008 - MySleepMask
Billings Clinic Performs First Mini-Maze Surgery in Region
Minimally Invasive Procedure Treats Atrial Fibrillation: Local businessman is able to increase quality of life to spend time with family and run his own successful business. - December 19, 2008 - Billings Clinic
Medical Travel Company Global MD Announces Launch of New Medical Travel Industry Blog
Global MD launched it's Medical Travel Industry Blog which aims to provide thoughtful commentary on medical tourism industry events. - December 18, 2008 - Global MD, Inc.
MySleepMask Bans All Chinese-Manufactured CPAP Equipment
Due to health risk concerns, MySleepMask.com, has banned all Chinese-manufactured CPAP machines, CPAP masks and CPAP supplies from its website in a formal recognition of the need to safeguard customers’ health. - December 18, 2008 - MySleepMask
Latin Nomenclature Edition of Atlas of Anatomy
This version of the internationally recognized atlas is edited by Jonas Broman, PhD, and Anna Josephson, MD, PhD, from the world-renowned Karolinska Institute, located in Stockholm, Sweden. - December 18, 2008 - Thieme Publishers
Call for Submission of EC Classification Problems Relating to Medical Devices
Quality First International invites manufacturers to submit their experiences of classification problems involving medical devices regulated under Directive 93/42/EEC, in complete confidence. - December 18, 2008 - Quality First International
Washington Hospital Selects Integral’s Applicant Tracking System
Integral Systems, Inc. a leading provider of Human Capital solutions announced today that The Washington Hospital has selected Integral’s i-Trust Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to increase efficiencies and broaden recruitment strategies within their hiring processes. - December 17, 2008 - Integral Systems, Inc.
UK Hypnotherapist Plans to Hypnotise 10,000 People Worldwide This January
UK Hypnotherapist Adam Eason aims to hold a worldwide on-line campaign to help anyone who wants to quit smoking or lose weight during January 2009. The event will be backed up with blogs and feedback to encourage and support the participants to succeed. - December 17, 2008 - Adam Eason Hypnotherapy
Baxa Announces 2009 Course Dates for Its STAR Center® Training Facility
Baxa Corporation announces record number of course dates for its STAR Center in 2009. Together with the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), the company plans 22 class sessions focused on pharmacy best practice in relation to USP 797 regulatory compliance and hazardous drug handling. The STAR Center, a premier facility designed for cleanroom and pharmacy practice demonstration, is located at the company’s headquarters south of Denver, Colorado. - December 17, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
LASIK Pioneer Aided by Newest Technology for Peak Season
One of the first physicians in the nation to perform LASIK laser eye surgery, Dr. Connie McCaa continues to be at the forefront of the profession. Her state-of-the-art LASIK Laser Eye Center features the latest technology to ensure her patients receive optimum treatment during the annual peak season for LASIK, December and January. - December 17, 2008 - Connie McCaa, MD, PhD
New Medicare Requirements to Eliminate Coverage for Many CPAP Users
MySleepMask announces new coaching program to help new CPAP users who want Medicare to continue paying for their sleep apnea therapy. - December 17, 2008 - MySleepMask
Virusolve+ Provides the Security Behind the Forensic Science Service
For over three years Virusolve+ has been quietly providing the Forensic Science Service with the level of cleanliness they require to guarantee that evidence cannot be brought into question. - December 17, 2008 - Amity Limited
Comprehensive Billing Solutions is Now Sudaco
Comprehensive Billing Solutions will be renamed Sudaco Physician Solutions, effective immediately. The name change is accompanied by a new Web site at www.sudaco.com. The renaming of Comprehensive Billing Solutions to Sudaco Physician Solutions reflects an expanded offering of not only billing... - December 17, 2008 - Sudaco Physician Solutions
Revolutionary Electronic Cigarette is Product of the Year for 2008
High-tech electronic cigarettes from Smoking Everywhere company are popular and convenient for both health and environmental reasons – plus they also save smokers money. - December 16, 2008 - Smoking Everywhere, LLC
FUTEK Introduces S-Beam Load Cell with USB Option
FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. is pleased to present its LSB350 with a brand new USB Digital Interface. This improvement offers a USB type solution for Strain Gage Based Load Cells. FUTEK’s USB Sensor Solution provides an easy “Plug & Play” with basic software making the System Integration even simpler. - December 16, 2008 - FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc.
Illuminate Celebrates the Holiday Season
Illuminate, the Boston based pharmaceutical training Solutions Company, continues its tradition of celebration and joy this holiday’s season through their Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Holidays cards. - December 16, 2008 - Illuminate, Inc.