Medical & Health News
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Bring Your Healing to the Next Level & Awaken to Your Inner Light This October 18 - 19, 2008
Dr. Kelli works with the angelic realms, the ascended masters, and all other beings of light. Her powerful, healing abilities channel celestial light energy directly into your physical being, giving you the opportunity to experience the celestial light for yourself. She uses her Divine connections to the angelic and spiritual realms to channel information for healing and guidance as needed. - September 13, 2008 - The Angel Whisperer
Adam Gale Named KLAS President
Adam Gale has been appointed the President of KLAS Enterprises. - September 13, 2008 - KLAS
KC Company Announces New Eco-Friendly Restroom Cross-Contamination Prevention Product
As most are aware, danger in the restroom exists in many forms since they are breeding grounds for large colonies of virulent bacteria and germs. Cross-contamination - the transfer of various forms of bacteria and germs from one surface to another and onto a person - can often lead to illness. - September 13, 2008 - Restroom Guardian
Patient Care and Safety a Priority of Hope Hospice
Hope Hospice staff has been working since early yesterday to ensure that patients and staff alike are safe and well-prepared for the possibility of extreme weather conditions in the area. Beginning Wednesday morning, Hope Hospice nurses and other clinical team members began calling patients to... - September 13, 2008 - Hope Hospice
New Route to Hair Free Skin - But Are You At Risk of Serious Complications?
In the USA in 2007 nearly 1.5 mil. laser hair removal procedures were carried out. Shockingly a staggering 19.9% of patients undergoing these procedures experience complications. LaserHairRemoval-Info.com was founded in 2005 to provide consumers with little-publicized information on laser hair removal, and is launching a new book aiming to bring the knowledge needed by consumers out from behind the locked doors of the laser clinics and places it firmly in the hands of those that need it. - September 12, 2008 - LaserHairRemoval-Info.com
Fundamentals of Chinese Pharma Industry Remain Strong Despite Anticipated Slower Growth in 2H/2008
While the Chinese pharmaceutical industry reported highly positive performance in the first half of 2008, WiCON International Group, the publisher of Pharma China and China Pharmaceutical Guide, expects the industry’s growth to slow down somewhat in the second half of 2008. Most... - September 12, 2008 - WiCON International Group LLC
New Innovative Company Launch - Opt2Care, Senior Services
Opt2Care, Senior Services launches a new and innovated senior home care company in New Jersey. - September 12, 2008 - Opt2Care Senior Services
Asheville Anesthesia Associates Launches New Website at www.AshevilleAnesthesia.com
Asheville Anesthesia Associates Launches New website. Some features explained. - September 12, 2008 - Asheville Anesthesia Associates
Colliers International to Lease First State of the Art Medical Office Building in Downtown Walnut Creek
Union Property Capital – Walnut Creek Medical Plaza Renovation Nears Completion, Colliers International Walnut Creek Brokerage to Lease - September 11, 2008 - Colliers International
Molly S. White, Founder and Director of Women for Life International Releases Statement on Carol Fowler's Abortion Remark About Sarah Palin
Molly S. White, Founder and Director of Women for Life International has released the below statement regarding Carol Fowler's remark about Sarah Palin. Women for Life International is a coalition of pro-life groups and organizations combining their voices for the advancement of the right to life... - September 11, 2008 - Women for Life International, Inc.
American Medical Autism Board Launched
Dr. Phillip C. DeMio, Chairman of the American Medical Autism Board, announced the commencement of the newly founded American Medical Autism Board (www.asdboards.org) at the US Autism & Asperger Association annual conference this past week in Austin, Texas. “This is the first of its kind... - September 11, 2008 - American Medical Autism Board
Medical Device Packaging Professionals at DDL Express the Urgency of Packaging Test Separation
Bundling accelerated aging and environmental conditioning testing leaves room for error and non-compliance - September 11, 2008 - DDL Inc.
Henry Ford Health System CEO Named as One of Most Powerful in Health Care
Nancy Schlichting, president and chief executive officer of Henry Ford Health System, has been named one of the “100 Most Powerful People in Healthcare” by Modern Healthcare magazine. This is the fourth straight year in which Schlichting has been listed in the magazine’s annual... - September 11, 2008 - Henry Ford Health System
InfraWare Unveils New Software Release for Enhanced Medical Transcription
InfraWare, Inc. announced the release of its 2008 medical transcription software platform. The new versions of the InfraWare Management Console (IMC) and EHR Web Portal provide significant enhancements in the critical areas of performance and workflow. - September 11, 2008 - InfraWare Inc.
Local Charity Helps "Feed" the Millions Left "Starving" by Health Insurance
Manna Scholarship Fund was formed in 2007 as a 501(c)3 organization focused on filling the funding gap for individuals needing inpatient eating disorder treatment. Because insurance policies will rarely cover the cost of successful inpatient treatment, MSF is attempting to "fill the funding gap" for those in need of treatment. Manna Scholarship Fund is hosting a fundraising dinner “Manna in Motion” to promote the scholarship fund and to raise awareness of this great need to the public. - September 11, 2008 - Manna Scholarship Fund, Inc
Cancer, Diabetes, Aids, Autism and Numerous Other Treatments Within Reach by Discovery of 24 Human DNAs, According to Bob Ainuu Afamasaga
New Discovered 24 DNA Sequences from Initial 64 DNA Is Foundation of New “Human Genetic Code Periodic Table” Which Will Make Research for Cures and Treatments of Cancer, Diabetes, AIDS, Autism… Easy According to Bob Ainuu Afamasaga - September 10, 2008 - ALIV LLC
MPE Inc. Announces Release of Latest Eco-Friendly Protective Gear
For any kind of commercial or industrial contracting, business buyers around the world can get quality Tyvek® clothing at costs that won’t break the bank from MPE, Inc., a leading provider of protective clothing and disposable coveralls for all of those jobs where workers need protection... - September 10, 2008 - MPE, Inc.
NuU Medspa Lend Their Pioneer Center to PAWS Chicago; NuU Medspa, Lincoln Park Participated in Angels with Tails 2008
NuU Medspa help spread the word to help house homeless pets and promote humane education with PAWS Chicago, Pets Are Worth Saving), Sunday, August 24, 2008. NuU Medspa joined their neighbors on Armitage and Halsted in Lincoln Park to help showcase 250 animals for Angels with Tails. Laura Rowsey,... - September 10, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
KLAS Ranks 6 Extensive IT Outsourcing Vendors
KLAS offers a view of what is happening in the extensive IT outsourcing space by measuring outsourcer performance and providing insight into the experiences of the outsourced organizations. - September 10, 2008 - KLAS
VT Media Launches a New Medical Documentary Series: Healthcare 101 and Medical Innovations
The series is going to follow those who merit recognition in the field of healthcare that demonstrate heroic actions to those needing specialized treatment; whether surgeons, hospitals, clinics or other healthcare providers. - September 09, 2008 - VT Media
VT Media Launches New Addiction and Mental Health Series
This series will cover addiction treatment and the various disciplines in the mental health field. - September 09, 2008 - VT Media
VT Media Produces New Series on Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplants
Organ and Tissue Donation and Transplants. - September 09, 2008 - VT Media
LegalView Warns Proton Pump Inhibitor Patients of Potential Bone Fracture Risk Associated with Drug
LegalView recently reported on the risk of bone fractures among patients using proton pump inhibitor (PPI) drugs. The drugs are used to treat and reduce gastric acid within the stomach as well as other stomach/intestinal issues including ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), dyspepsia, some forms of stomach infections and Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome. - September 09, 2008 - LegalView
LegalView Reports Details of War Veteran Brain Injuries Overlooked By Officials for Years
LegalView described the plight of a former U.S. soldier whose traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) were continually overlooked by the military causing severe disabilities only a few years after his discharge. The soldier, who suffered several concussions during the war in Iraq, now deals with memory loss, confusion, nightmares and hearing/visibility issues on a daily basis. - September 08, 2008 - LegalView
Paradigm Management Services Kicks Off National Healthcare Network Manager Summit in Scottsdale, AZ
Paradigm Management Services, the nations leader in providing catastrophic and complex medical management services, is kicking off their semi-annual National Network Manager’s Summit at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort in Scottsdale, AZ September 18-19, 2008. Paradigm’s National Network... - September 08, 2008 - Paradigm Management Services
Financial Analysis of Dental Website Marketing Campaigns
Internet dental marketing can be a great way for dental practices to improve their bottom line, but a good return on investment demands proper dental website search engine optimization. - September 07, 2008 - The Wealthy Dentist
Dental Marketing a Profitable Investment for Educated Dentists
To find patients in tough times, dentists are turning to dental directory marketing and dentist website campaigns for their dental marketing. Jim Du Molin offers a no-cost video tutorial. - September 07, 2008 - The Wealthy Dentist
Break-Out Session to Discuss Prenatal Testing at Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action Conference 2009
Affiliates in Action consists of Down syndrome affiliate leaders across the nation dedicated to serving Down syndrome organizations through collaboration, resource sharing, and networking. - September 07, 2008 - Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action
New Hamner-UNC Center for Drug Safety Sciences
The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill announced they are establishing a joint Center for Drug Safety Sciences that will be led by Dr. Paul Watkins, one of the world’s leading experts in drug-induced liver injury. As founding director for... - September 06, 2008 - The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences
Michigan Society for Behavioral Medicine & Biofeedback Conference - Oct. 2-4 in Clare, MI
Thursday, October 2 through Saturday October 4, 2008 – the Michigan Society for Behavioral Medicine & Biofeedback (MSBMB) will meet at The Doherty Hotel in Clare, Michigan. The MSBMB conference will focus on Integrated Assessment & Treatment Applications for Behavioral Medicine &... - September 05, 2008 - NeuroHealth Management LLC
Help for Dental Professionals Whose Patients Are a Pain in the Neck
Work-related pain can affect the quality of care given by dentists and other health care providers. Dr. Erin Ducat offers relief for health care professionals as well as their patients experiencing TMJ. She is giving a free presentation on how to relieve these types of pains on September 24, 2008. Seating is limited so call for a reservation. - September 05, 2008 - Ducat Chiropractic
Cell Phone Wellness Courses to Help Students to Overcome Shyness
iHelpWellness.com offers free innovative cell phone powered program for overcoming shyness for college students. This clinically proven innovative system helps students make real life changes by providing support, motivation and tips at any time throughout the day. - September 04, 2008 - Bright Tiger Enterprises, LLC
KLAS Ranks 5 Smart Pump Vendors
Smart infusion pumps are designed to add a line of defense at the bedside against such medication errors by ensuring that the right medication and dose go to the right patient every time. KLAS interviewed over 200 healthcare professionals regarding the experiences they are having with their smart infusion pump vendors. - September 04, 2008 - KLAS
Which CV X-ray Vendors Deliver on Service?
Despite the available options providers continue to ask KLAS about x-ray for cardiovascular and interventional radiology work. KLAS interviewed 90 healthcare professionals about the experiences they are having with their CV/IR x-ray equipment and vendors. - August 31, 2008 - KLAS
New Nursing Home Resource Reveals the Best Elderly Care Facilities
NursingHomeRank.com is an innovative new website that helps you correctly make the important decision of selecting the appropriate assisted living facility for your loved one. Nursing Home Rank reveals the best nursing homes in your area. - August 31, 2008 - Remwes, LLC
Erika Mangrum Launches Aesthetic and Medical Practices, LLC
Erika Mangrum, former president and CEO of Iatria Spa and Health Center and current chair of the firm’s board of directors, has launched Aesthetic and Medical Practices, LLC, a consulting firm dedicated to assisting professionals that are building or expanding an aesthetic or medical practice. - August 30, 2008 - Aesthetic and Medical Practices, LLC
Second Life - Monogram Virtua Sponsors 1st Annual Writers Convention and Fundraiser in Cyber Space
Monogram Virtua Sponsors Writers Convention Benefiting the Alzheimer's Association - August 29, 2008 - Monogram Virtua
End Malaria – Blue Ribbon Campaign Engages Families from Lesoma Village in Botswana
Botswana and United States teachers and students are working together with the support of the American Embassy, the Ministry of Health, local government officials, and the Malaria Foundation International (MFI) to engage community leaders and families from the Lesoma Village, Chobe District of Botswana in today’s global fight against malaria. - August 29, 2008 - Malaria Foundation International
Congressman Lamar Smith Meets with Hope Hospice Executive Director
Congressman Lamar Smith met with Hope Hospice Executive Director, Shelton Bratcher, Monday to discuss important issues facing hospices today. - August 29, 2008 - Hope Hospice
Orlando Executive Health and Lufthansa Airlines Unite
Orlando Executive Health, an exclusive primary care practice in Orlando, signed its Medical Director, Patrick T. Hennessey, MD, MPH, FACP as the contract physician for the staff, flight crew and passengers of the European airline Lufthansa Airlines. This arrangement, finalized in April 2008,... - August 28, 2008 - Orlando Executive Health
Savannah’s Memorial University Medical Center Honored by Department of Defense
MUMC in Savannah, was honored by the Georgia Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), an agency of the Department of Defense, with an “Above and Beyond” award in recognition of extraordinary support of its employees who serve in the Georgia National Guard and Reserve. - August 28, 2008 - Memorial Health
VisualDxHealth Named a Finalist for Organized Wisdom’s Top 100 Health Resources
Web site recognized for its intuitive, interactive and easy-to-use functionality VisualDxHealth.com, the consumer-focused skin health website has been chosen as a finalist for Organized Wisdom’s Top 100 Health Resources. VisualDxHealth.com was selected out of thousands of websites reviewed by the panel of experts and has been identified as one of the best sites. - August 28, 2008 - Logical Images Inc
NuU Medspa Goes Green to Support Chicago’s Green Tie Ball Chicago’s #1 Charity Event Celebrates Chicago’s Beauty, Saturday, September 13, 2008
NuU Medspa and thousands of other Chicagoans gather to celebrate the efforts of Green Tie Ball, an annual fundraising event that helps raise funds for everything beautiful in Chicago; expressways, gateways, and communities. All proceeds of Green Tie Ball go to Chicago Gateway Green, a non-profit... - August 27, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
Senator Mike Fasano Visits Central Florida Institute in Palm Harbor
Senator Mike Fasano visited Central Florida Institute (CFI) of Palm Harbor, Florida, recently. CFI of Palm Harbor resides in Senator Fasano’s District 11, as one of a number of postsecondary schools. - August 27, 2008 - Central Florida Institute
NJ Physicians Band Together for Savings: Group Purchasing Promises Discounts to Doctors
NJ Physicians, an association of New Jersey medical doctors, announces the creation of a group purchasing plan offering savings of five to 15 percent on a wide range of products and services. - August 27, 2008 - NJ Physicians
IMA World Health to Help Rebuild South Sudan’s Health Systems
A Maryland-based healthcare nonprofit has undertaken a monumental task: Rebuilding the crumbling remains of South Sudan's healthcare systems in the states of Upper Nile and Jonglei. - August 27, 2008 - IMA World Health
Global MD, Inc. Releases 'Implementing the American Medical Association’s Guidelines for Medical Tourism'
An article, Implementing the American Medical Association’s Guidelines for Medical Tourism, has been published by Global MD, Inc's Amanda Hayes-Kibreab. It examines the impact of the Guidelines on Medical Tourism. - August 27, 2008 - Global MD, Inc.
Mom and Purple Healthcare Bus Roll Through Ohio
Atlanta mom and attorney Kathie McClure and the VoteHealthcare.org Bandwagon Tour are rolling through Columbus, Athens, Dayton and Toledo this week as part of a National Tour to raise awareness about the millions of Americans who are struggling to find affordable health care. Upcoming Ohio events will include a public forum on August 28th with the American Medical Students Association at Wright State University and the Toledo Labor Day Parade. - August 26, 2008 - VoteHealthcare.org
Four Steps to Preparing Your Child for Surgery
This year, more than five million kids will undergo surgical procedures. And for those children and their parents, few things in life are scarier. Most parents don’t know where to begin when they hear, “Your child needs surgery” from their pediatricians. Fortunately, they can... - August 26, 2008 - Arbor Books Inc.
LegalView Highlights Top Brain Injury Rehabilitation Hospitals in the United States - 5.3 Million Americans Suffer from TBI
LegalView provided information on the top traumatic brain injury rehabilitation clinics and hospitals in the United States as the International Brain Injury Association reports that 5.3 million Americans are currently living with the condition. Researchers believe that the quality and type of care received by a hospital will impact a TBI victim's overall outcome. - August 26, 2008 - LegalView