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Retail Stores Pioneer Protection Against MRSA; Soapopular® Brand Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizers in Demand Nationwide
MGS Soapopular Inc, the exclusive US importer of Canada’s Soapopular® brand, alcohol-free hand sanitizer products, announced that retailers nationwide have taken in the alcohol-free hand sanitizer with the hopes of stopping the spread of MRSA and other viruses this season. - November 30, 2007 - Mischler Financial Group, Inc.
MyHealthFunds, Inc. Selects Pradeep Goel as Chief Executive Officer
MyHealthFunds, Inc., an innovative consumer directed healthcare company, has announced that the Board has selected Pradeep Goel as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. For the last several years, Mr. Goel has been an investor in a number of businesses. Prior to that he was the... - November 30, 2007 - MyHealthFunds, Inc.
Manuel C. Peitsch, Global Head of Systems Biology for Novartis, Has Been Named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare
Manuel C. Peitsch, Global Head of Systems Biology for Novartis, has been named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare. Manuel makes his home in Switzerland and earned his Ph.D in Biochemistry. As Global Head of Systems Biology, Manuel handles project management, development of new products... - November 30, 2007 - Princeton Premier
ICS Software, Ltd., Enables Doctors with a Large Nursing Home Practice to Manage Their Rounds Using SammyUSA
ICS Software, Ltd., knows that in the Medical Community there are many practices that consist of a large number of facility patients. Within the SammyUSA software there is a special report for Nursing Homes/Hospitals. This report is called Hospital/Nursing Home Rounds. This report allows the doctor and their staff to have a way of tracking each patient in a specific facility. - November 30, 2007 - ICS Software, Ltd.
New State-of-the-Art Premises for the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Pond View Professional Park, Freehold, NJ, on Target for Occupancy, Summer '08
Welcome news for the physicians and staff of the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, Freehold, New Jersey, released this week; that the new Pond View Professional Park complex of professional and medical condominiums in Freehold Township, NJ, is on target for completion in the first quarter of 2008. - November 30, 2007 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Denise Anne Hargrove, Lead Specialist with Deloitte Consulting, Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry
Denise Anne Hargrove, lead specialist with Deloitte Consulting, has been selected for inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. Denise makes her home in Pikesville Maryland and earned her Masters Degree in Community Health and Nursing from the University of Maryland. Denise plays a... - November 29, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Extreme Makeover, Home Edition to Feature Family Living with Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders
APFED announced today it has received confirmation of the airing of Extreme Makeover, Home Edition, which will feature the Stockdale family from Middleton, Idaho with children living with Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders. The show will air on ABC on December 2, 2007. - November 29, 2007 - APFED
Breathing Easy - Indian Medical Tourism Gaining Health
Cost advantage with no compromise on the quality of service makes India a preferred destination for medical treatment, and hence, the Indian medical tourism industry needs no intensive care to grow. - November 29, 2007 - RNCOS
In Response to National Institutes of Health Warning, BeneOmega.com Announces Campaign to Combat Holiday Weight Gain
Recently, the National Institutes of Health released the results of a study indicating that the weight gained during the holidays is a major contributing factor to the obesity epidemic in the U.S. According to Dr. Jack Yanovski, M.D., Ph.D. of the NIH, “Although an average holiday weight gain... - November 28, 2007 - NourishLife LLC
Queralt LLC and MBBS, S.A. Enter Into Distribution Agreement for Sales of Metal RFID Tags for Surgical Trays and Instruments In the United States
Queralt LLC recently executed a distribution agreement with MBBS, S.A., a Switzerland manufacturer of radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions for surgical trays and instruments. - November 28, 2007 - Queralt Inc
"Awake" the Movie Highlights the Need for "Goldilocks" Anesthesia, Says Dr. Barry L. Friedberg
In the well-known fairy tale, Goldilocks finds Poppa bear's porridge too hot, Mama bear's porridge too cold, but Baby bear's porridge just right. ‘Goldilocks’ anesthesia alludes to minimally invasive anesthesia(MIA)® wherein patients are neither over-anesthetized nor under-anesthetized but 'just right.' - November 27, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
How to Thrive at Disney World with Health Issues: New Travel Guide Helps Disney Vacation Dreams Come True
Traveling can be difficult or even impossible for people with health conditions, special needs or disabilities. In the new guide book, Walt Disney World with Disabilities, Stephen Ashley shares everything you need to know to thrive at Disney World with physical and emotional health conditions. - November 27, 2007 - Stephen Ashley
Texas Medical Transcription Institute Attracts Students with Online Training
New program for in-demand medical transcription field set to launch in January - November 27, 2007 - Texas Medical Transcription Institute
Baxa to Sponsor Exhibitor’s Theatre: How to Get Your Administration to Buy What You Need: Building a Solid Business Plan 101 at ASHP
Colorado-based pharmacy products manufacturer, Baxa Corporation, is sponsoring a program at the annual American Society of Health-System Pharmacists’ Midyear Clinical Meeting in Las Vegas, December 3rd. The speaker will discuss key financial analyses and metrics and how to use them to build a compelling business plan. - November 27, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
Princeton Premier Selects Michael J. S. Asher as an Honored Member of 2007 -2008 Registry
Princeton Premier Selects Michael J. S. Asher as an Honored Member of 2007 -2008 Registry. Michael is the Chief Executive Officer of Cels Limited. He has been instrumental in the success of his company. Michael oversees all aspects of company management including strategic planning, negotiation of... - November 27, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Baxa to Sponsor Exhibitor’s Theatre: The Pros and Cons of Standardized Parenteral Nutrition at ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting in Las Vegas
Colorado-based pharmacy products manufacturer, Baxa Corporation, is sponsoring a program at the annual American Society of Health-System Pharmacists’ Midyear Clinical Meeting in Las Vegas, December 3rd. The speaker will discuss parenteral nutrition safety issues and the differences between standardized formulations and a standardized process. - November 26, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
Sleep Disorder Research Funding: So Close, Yet So Far Away
Call goes out for advocacy for Congress to override Presidential veto for funding. - November 26, 2007 - American Sleep Apnea Association
Vienex USA Inc. Announces Launch of Mystique Feminine Wipes – A Natural Odor-Neutralizing Product for the Female Market
Vienex USA Inc. announced yesterday their launch of Mystique Feminine Wipes – an odor neutralizing product for the female market. Produced from natural ingredients, Mystique Feminine Wipes is fragrance-free and represents a product not readily available in the US market. Gynecologist... - November 25, 2007 - Mystique Feminine Wipes
Lauren Bush, Miss Universe, Cassie, Maggie Rizer, Naughty by Nature, Heatherette, Tinsley Mortimer and Many Celebrities Flock to the New York AIDS Film Festival Red Ball
The New York AIDS Film Festival 5th Annual Red Ball gives awards and also boasts a celebrity fashion show. It is hosted by Lauren Bush, Maggie Rizer, Greta Cavazzoni and Suzanne Engo. It boasts celebs like R&B sensation, Cassie, Naughty By Nature, Danity Kane, and socialites like Luigi Tadini, Tinsley Mortimer and more. The awards will go to Heatherette, Miss Universe Riyo Mori, BET and GMHC for 25 years of service. - November 24, 2007 - The New York AIDS Film Festival
Old Colony Elderly Services Nominates Family Caregiver - Donna Dibbern Receives Award from State
Old Colony Elderly Services, Inc. (OCES) one of 27 private, non-profit Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the state, recently nominated Donna Dibbern, a resident of Halifax, MA, for the Massachusetts Family Caregivers Award. Ms. Dibbern is a family caregiver who cares for multiple family... - November 23, 2007 - Old Colony Elderly Services
Healthcare Scouts Gives at Thanksgiving
Healthcare Scouts is pleased to support organizations like the Greater Orlando Food Outreach and the Compassion Outreach Center. The goal of this organization is to help battle hunger and poverty in Central Florida, by providing food, and other resources and tools to help families struggling with... - November 22, 2007 - Healthcare Scouts
Mr. Harrison Prentice-Mott, B.A. Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry
Mr. Harrison Prentice-Mott, B.A. Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. Mr. Harrison Prentice - Mott studied Physics at the University of Pennsylvania where he received his Bachelors Degree. He is the recipient of the Williams E. Stevens Award in 2006... - November 22, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Dr. Jess Barr Desbrow, DC - A Unique and Thoughtful Business Launch
Jess Barr Desbrow is about to enter the saturated professional world of Chiropractic in beautiful Portland, Oregon. She is also nearing a time when she would like to start a family. Not unlike many women out there, she has trained for many years for a rewarding profession, yet aches to find a balance with motherhood. She describes her thought process, options, and final thoughtful choice on her upcoming business launch. - November 22, 2007 - Growing Care Chiropractic, Craniosacral and Massage
National Deaf Academy Announces New CEO
The National Deaf Academy announced a new CEO to continue to grow the vision of its original founder. NDA is a residential psychiatric facility providing services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing children, adolescents and adults and autistic individuals that have a communication disorder. - November 21, 2007 - National Deaf Academy
Overall Ambulatory PACS Market Scores Decline in KLAS’ 2007 Report
KLAS Announces Publication of its Ambulatory PACS Report. - November 21, 2007 - KLAS
Baxa Corporation Signs Strategic Reseller Agreement with MedKeeper for Web-Based Productivity Tool
Baxa Corporation announces its agreement with MedKeeper to market and sell a Web-based program that tracks pharmacy doses from order entry to delivery. Under the agreement, Baxa Corporation has exclusive sales and distribution rights for all worldwide healthcare markets for the MedKeeper software. - November 21, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
South Shore Caregiver Collaborative to Hold "Creating Balance & Relaxation" Presentation for Caregivers on November 29
Caregivers can learn techniques to create balance and find peace this holiday season during the “Creating Balance & Relaxation” presentation offered by South Shore Caregiver Collaborative. - November 21, 2007 - South Shore Elder Services
The Endocrine Society Partners with Anatstat USA Health Education Media to Develop Enduring Products to the Society’s Clinical Practice Guidelines
Anatstat USA Health Education Media and The Endocrine Society are pleased to announce a collaborative partnership, focusing on the development of enduring products to The Endocrine Society’s Clinical Practice Guidelines. These enduring products will serve to increase awareness and... - November 21, 2007 - Anatstat USA Health Education Media
MCAT Guru Dr. Brett Ferdinand to Lecture in Plattsburgh
Lancer Media, Inc. and RuveneCo, in conjunction with MCAT-Prep.com, is proud and excited to announce that Dr. Brett L. Ferdinand, M.D., the MCAT Prep Guru, has agreed to lecture and direct MCAT Camp. - November 21, 2007 - MCAT-Prep.com
Taj Medical Coordinates Successful Hip Resurfacing Treatment in India
Leading Medical Tourism Facilitator, The Taj Medical Group Limited, recently coordinated Birmingham Hip Resurfacing treatment in India for Wendy Greening of Portland, OR. - November 21, 2007 - The Taj Medical Group
Education Center Incorporates Evidence-Based Practices Within Anger Management Classes
Daybreak Counseling Service, the leader in anger management education and anger management classes moves to incorporate evidence-based practices within its anger management course curriculum. A growing amount of literature confirms that in addition to targeting specified behaviors such as... - November 20, 2007 - Daybreak Counseling Service
Lisa S. Minton Has Been Named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare
Lisa S. Minton has been named Princeton Premiers Honored Member in Healthcare. Lisa is currently pursuing her Bachelors Degree in Science and Nursing from Wright State University in hopes of becoming a Registered Nurse. She hopes to complete her coursework in November of 2007. Lisa makes her home... - November 18, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Positive Air, Inc. (SleepRestfully.com) Launches Forum to Assist Sleep Apnea and Oxygen Patients
Positive Air, Inc., a leader in the sleep apnea and portable oxygen industry, announced the launch of a forum to assist visitors. - November 18, 2007 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
Elizabeth A. Acheson Has Been Selected for Inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry
Elizabeth A. Acheson has been selected for inclusion in the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. Elizabeth was educated at the Boston School of Business Education. Currently, Elizabeth is the Voluntary Services Officer with the VA Medical Center. She performs as an educator, mediator and mentor... - November 17, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Medical Tourism Association Launches its Worldwide “Medical Tourism Magazine”
The Medical Tourism Association, the first non-profit trade association representing Global Healthcare Providers in the Medical Tourism Industry has launched the first worldwide Medical Tourism Magazine. Medical Tourism, the growing industry of patients traveling overseas for medical treatment,... - November 16, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
Medical Tourism Association Holds World's First Medical Tourism Membership Meeting & Forum
The Medical Tourism Association will hold its first membership meeting which will be open to the general public December 3rd at 8:30 am in Washington DC. Medical Tourism otherwise known as Health Tourism or Medical Travel is where Americans travel overseas to foreign countries to receive world class medical treatment at almost 90% less than in the United States. Over 500,000 Americans traveled overseas in 2006, and it is expected in 2008 that several million Americans will travel overseas. - November 16, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™
New Internet Site Helps Patients with Rising Prescription Drug Costs
A free, new Internet site called OPTIMIZERx (www.optimizerx.com) is now available to help the majority of patients reduce their rising costs for prescription medications. With escalating costs now being passed on to patients, many Americans are finding out the hard way that even with healthcare insurance, they are not immune to the rising cost of prescription medication. - November 15, 2007 - OptimizeRx
"Donde West Death Highlights Unnecessary Risk of General Anesthesia for Cosmetic Surgery," Asserts Dr. Friedberg
In 2004, Olivia Goldsmith, author of the First Wives’ Club, died during cosmetic surgery. More recently, Dr. Donde West, mother of rapper Kanye West, died following cosmetic surgery. “Aside from post-mastectomy reconstruction, there are no medical reasons for cosmetic surgery. Therefore, no avoidable anesthesia risks, like those associated with general anesthesia, are acceptable,” claims Dr. Barry L. Friedberg. - November 15, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
DYONYX Selected by Kardia Health Systems to Provide IT Infrastructure and Managed Services
Kardia’s Advanced, Web-based Echocardiography Information Management System requires highly scalable and reliable IT infrastructure - November 15, 2007 - DYONYX, LP
Marsh Signs Pact with Paradigm to Give Clients Access to Services Aimed at Reducing Workers Comp Catastrophic Costs
Firm Provides Case Management for Costliest Claims: Workers with Catastrophic Injuries and Chronic Pain Issues. - November 15, 2007 - Paradigm Management Services
Campbell’s Nutrition Announces the Iowa Guide to Alternative Practitioners
Campbell’s Nutrition, a natural foods and organic grocery store based in Des Moines, Iowa, is pleased to announce their newest project – the Iowa Guide to Alternative Practitioners. The online guide, located on their website – www.campbellsnutrition.com – aims to provide Iowans with a simple, interactive way to find natural, alternative practitioners in the Des Moines area. - November 14, 2007 - Campbell's Nutrition
Baxa Corporation to Bring USP, ASHE and CAHED Together for a Joint Forum on USP 797 Compliance at the STAR Center
Baxa Corporation announces plans to launch new course offering with an industry forum on USP 797 compliance and facility design. The forum, held in the STAR (Skills Training, Academics and Resources) Center, will bring together industry leaders to better understand the requirements of USP 797 and their practical application for facility design and environmental control. - November 14, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
Clinical Trials in Russia, 3rd Quarter 2007
According to SynRG Orange Paper, in the 3rd Quarter 2007, the overall volume of the clinical trials in Russia and its basic parameters are generally the same as in the corresponding quarter of the last year. In the 3rd Quarter 2007 RosZdravNadzor (RZN) has issued 141 approvals for conducting new clinical trials, which is 2% more than in Q3 2006. - November 14, 2007 - Synergy Research Group
DRE Announces Launch of Enhanced Medical Equipment Website
DRE unveils an upgraded website with enhanced features that provide expanded resources and greater ease-of-use for the medical equipment industry. - November 14, 2007 - DRE Medical Equipment
Positive Air, Inc. (SleepRestfully.com) to Provide Patient Software for Respironics’ CPAP, Auto CPAP and BiPAP Machines
Positive Air, Inc., a leader in the sleep apnea and portable oxygen industry, announced that Respironics’ has released Encore Viewer software for patient use. - November 14, 2007 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
Paradigm Management Services, LLC Names Robert Fahlman Chief Executive Officer
Paradigm Management Services, the leading provider of workers compensation, catastrophic and complex medical management services, has named Robert Fahlman as Chief Executive Officer. Robert Fahlman has accumulated twenty-seven years of experience in the healthcare industry with an impressive... - November 13, 2007 - Paradigm Management Services
Dr. Lisa Roberts to Participate in AAGL Global Congress
Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, P.C. (www.glsi.info), has announced that Dr. Lisa Roberts, the practice’s owner, is participating in the 36th Global Congress of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, sponsored by the AAGL (formerly the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists). The... - November 13, 2007 - Gynecology and Laparoscopic Surgeons, P.C.
South Shore Elder Services & the Family Caregiver Support Program to Hold Caregiver 101 Series in November & December
South Shore Elder Services will hold free “Caregiving 101” programs on November 14th and December 5th, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at their offices at 159 Bay State Drive in Braintree. “Caregiver 101” provides information on community resources, support and respite services... - November 13, 2007 - South Shore Elder Services
South Shore Skin Center Announces “Paperless” Practice
South Shore Skin Center, one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services to a vast clientele south of Boston, has recently gone “paperless” and integrated an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system. - November 13, 2007 - South Shore Skin Center
Medical Tourism Association Scheduled to Visit hospitals in Philippines & Taiwan - November 18th through the 26th
The Medical Tourism Association, the industry's first non-profit trade association for international healthcare providers, departs this week for a two week visit of hospitals in the Philippines and Taiwan. - November 13, 2007 - Medical Tourism Association™