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Attana Signs Distribution Agreement with Isogen Life Sciences
Attana AB, a leading supplier of affordable label-free biosensor systems for real-time detection and analysis of molecular interactions, has signed a distribution agreement with Isogen Life Science B.V. (www.isogen-lifescience.com) a leading supplier of products for the life science sector. Under... - May 30, 2007 - Attana AB
Dentists Support Tooth Whitening: The Wealthy Dentist Survey's Unsurprising Results
Most dentists fully support tooth-whitening, and don't feel like consumers who overdo it are a significant problem, according to a survey conducted by The Wealthy Dentist. Only one out of six dentists worries that too many consumers are over-whitening their teeth, leading to artificial-looking smiles. - May 29, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Richard Jennings Appointed CEO of Mediscan Staffing Services
Mediscan Staffing Services announced that Richard Jennings has been named Chief Executive Officer of the company. Jennings is a health care executive with 10 years of general management experience. Val and Emily Serebryany, the owners of Mediscan, will continue to be actively involved with the... - May 28, 2007 - Mediscan Staffing Services
Pale is Chic
South Shore Skin Center dermatology office launches new anti-tanning campaign and contest. - May 27, 2007 - South Shore Skin Center
EMR Experts Acquires Website Design Firm to Offer EMR Integrated Patient Portal Websites
EMR Experts, Inc. a leading provider of Electronic Medical Record software solutions to physician practices has acquired a small website development firm, enabling EMR Experts to offer doctors a one-stop shop for electronic medical records, online patient portals, and websites. - May 26, 2007 - emr expets
Nevco Expands With Addition of Physician Education Line
National Educational Video, Inc. continues its expansion into foreign health markets through the addition of a new line of physician education programs. Nevco recently signed an exclusive distribution agreement with MEBN, a medical publishing company. - May 25, 2007 - National Educational Video, Inc.
Number of United Kingdom Citizens Traveling to Poland for Medical Treatment is Set to Increase
In 2006, patients from outside of Poland spent US $65 million on medical treatment, and it is estimated that 3% of the 15.2 million tourists who visited Poland last year, did so for dental or medical procedures. - May 25, 2007 - StatMedica UK Ltd
Srishti Software Completely Automates the Billing & Registration at Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology
Srishti Software, a leading provider of Healthcare Information Management System (HIMS), today announced the successful implementation of Billing & Registration module of 'PARAS-HIS' for Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology, a leading super-specialty hospital for cardiac care in India. - May 25, 2007 - Srishti Software Applications Pvt. Ltd.
DDI Engineering Diversifies into Medical Devices
DDI Engineering’s new medical division, DuPeron Medical, announced success in obtaining new customers in the medical industry. With the assistance of CJPS Enterprises, LLC, DDI was introduced to prospective companies and is in the process of bidding on other projects, which will have the effect of diversifying its customer base even further. - May 23, 2007 - CJPS Enterprises
First-Ever Guide Available for Helping Patients with Intractable Pain
Pain Treatment Topics offers a new "Survival Handbook" for patients suffering the constant, severe, and disabling distress of intractable pain. Since this condition is often undertreated, this unique guidebook also is a “must read” for healthcare providers. - May 23, 2007 - Pain Treatment Topics
SleepRestfully.com to Provide Free Download and Reports from Resmed & Respironics Data Cards
SleepRestfully.com by Positive Air, Inc., a leader in the sleep apnea equipment industry, announced today a first of it’s kind new program to assist CPAP users obtain free downloads of their Resmed and Respironics Data Cards.. SleepRestfully.com offers low cost CPAP, BiLevel, APAP, Oxygen, and other medical equipment. - May 23, 2007 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
Orthopaedic Surgeons Become 1st Line Defense to Prevent Future Fractures
Launch of a major new tool by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), the Bone and Joint Decade (BJD) and the International Society for Fracture Repair (ISFR), will help orthopaedic surgeons better diagnose and treat osteoporosis. - May 23, 2007 - The Bone and Joint Decade
Dentists Agree All Toothpastes Are Not Equal, Disagree Which Are Best: The Wealthy Dentist Survey Results
Most dentists say that which type of toothpaste you use makes a difference to your oral health, according to a survey conducted by The Wealthy Dentist. Only one out of three dentists feels that all toothpastes are essentially equal. The other 65% agree that some toothpastes are more effective than others; however, they don't seem to agree on which toothpastes are the best. - May 22, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Baxa Ltd, Subsidiary of Denver-based Baxa Corporation, Announces Direct Sales and Marketing Operations in Switzerland
Baxa Ltd, subsidiary of Denver-based Baxa Corporation, has moved to a direct sales and marketing model for the Swiss market. The company provides systems and devices for simplifying the handling, mixing and administration of fluid medications. Direct operations will provide Baxa Ltd with improved customer access for product development and continuous improvement, while continuing their excellent customer service. - May 21, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
From Botox to Botulism and Back – Featured on Good Morning America May 17th
How the quest for everlasting beauty through Botox® nearly turned deadly for a Florida doctor and his wife. This heart-warming story of survival sheds new light on the potential dangers involved with popular anti-wrinkle treatments. - May 18, 2007 - Dr. Eric Kaplan
Free IVF Seminar May 30th in Columbia, SC
Meet well-known fertility physician, Dr. Gail Whitman-Elia, May 30th at 6:00pm. - May 18, 2007 - Advanced Fertility & Reproductive Endocrinology Institute, LLC
Big Saver Foods Helps Bring Valuable Free Health Services to the Community Through “Fiesta De La Salud” Health Fairs
Everyone is invited to take advantage of the free health screenings and services available at the Fiesta de la Salud Health Fairs. The Fiesta de la Salud program also offers bilingual educational materials, free product samples, music, speakers on health related topics and food and exercise demonstrations. - May 17, 2007 - IMPEvents
GMR Krueger’s New Medical Division Takes First Step to Diversify into Medical Devices
GMR Krueger’s new medical division, Automated Medical Systems (AMS), announced today that it has licensed world-wide, exclusive rights to a technology invented by Mr. Daryl Bell-Greenstreet of California. With the assistance of CJPS Enterprises, LLC (www.cjps-enterprises.com), AMS is in the... - May 17, 2007 - CJPS Enterprises
SleepRestfully.com Adds SNAPP Nasal CPAP Pillow System to Product Line
SleepRestfully.com by Positive Air, Inc., a leader in the sleep apnea equipment industry, announced today that they now carry the SNAPP Nasal CPAP Pillow System. SleepRestfully.com offers low cost CPAP, BiLevel, APAP, Oxygen, and other medical equipment. - May 17, 2007 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
Azani Medical Spa Introduces NeoStem's Adult Stem Cell Collection and Banking Services to Eastern PA and Western NJ
Azani Medical Spa, located in Bethlhem Pennsylvania under the direction of founder and Medical Director Monica Carezani-Gavin, MD, has announced an agreement with the New York City-based biotechnology services company NeoStem, Inc. to become the first facility in Eastern Pennsylvania and Western New Jersey to offer adult stem cell collection and long-term storage services to the public. Individuals interested in more information about these services should visit www.NeoStem.com or call 1-888-STEM-BANK (783-6226). - May 16, 2007 - Azani Medical Spa
High-Tech Equipment Disappoints Dentists: The Wealthy Dentist Survey Results
Four out of five dentists have been disappointed by pricey purchases, according to a survey conducted by The Wealthy Dentist. The clear majority of dental practices have, at one time or another, been let down by dental equipment. Dentists are particularly frustrated with marketers who misrepresent their high-tech offerings and suppliers who refuse to accept returns. - May 16, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
3.3 Million Canadians Go without a Hearing Aid Solution Because of Cost
Millions of Canadians and Americans suffering with a hearing loss go without because hearing aids are to expensive. With no medical cover or provision to cover existing hearing aid costs which can range from $3000-$10000 the public have to go without or resort to buying cheap and poor quality hearing enhances off the web or live with the hearing loss until it becomes so bad. - May 16, 2007 - Appa Hearing Technology Limited
Baxa Corporation Wins BMA Colorado 2007 Gold Key Award
Baxa Corporation's direct marketing campaign for the Rapid-Fill™ Automated Syringe Filler was awarded a Business Marketing Association Gold Key in the Colorado Chapter’s 2007 competition. Three messages: Safety is Automatic, Technology that Fits and Designed for Speed emphasized the key attributes that differentiate the Baxa product from competitive products and processes. - May 16, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
All in the Family
Synergy HomeCare® Welcomes Two New Team Members - May 16, 2007 - SYNERGY HomeCare
ZYTO Corp. Annual Meeting of Stockholders Elects Board of Directors Following Biotechnology Conference
ZYTO Corp. (OTC - ZYTC.pk) added two members to the board of directors after an election at the annual meeting of stockholders. The election followed a three-day conference attended by doctors and healthcare providers who use ZYTO technology. - May 11, 2007 - Zyto Corp.
BioSignia Announces Agreement to Deliver Chronic Disease Prediction Technology Through Regional Pharmacy Chain Kerr Drug
North Carolina based pharmacy chain first in the nation to offer consumers a personalized health report that predicts the likelihood of developing diabetes and other preventable diseases - May 11, 2007 - Biosignia Inc
John Rex Endowment Commits Long-Term Funding to Healthy Weight Initiative for Children
Schools, Communities and Medical Teams Awarded Grants to Initiate Behavioral Changes and Create an Environment to Encourage Healthy Choices and Active Lifestyle - May 10, 2007 - John Rex Endowment
Addicted to Tanning Beds? South Shore Skin Center Unveils Hidden Dangers
The dermatologists at South Shore Skin Center have noticed an alarming trend. There is a large female population addicted to tanning beds. In response, the providers at South Shore Skin Center warn of the hidden dangers and dispel popular myths regarding the use of tanning beds. - May 10, 2007 - South Shore Skin Center
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Employees Achieve Impressive Quit Rates with the Free & Clear® Quit For Life™ Program
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina is celebrating its one-year anniversary with the Free & Clear Quit For Life Program. BlueCross BlueShield launched the Quit For Life Program in April of 2006 to its 12,000 employees, with stellar results. “The Quit For Life Program is very popular... - May 10, 2007 - Free and Clear
MedcomSoft to Unveil MedcomSoft Record UE for Windows Vista and Microsoft Office 2007 at TEPR 2007
MedcomSoft to release next generation of interoperable electronic health records at TEPR. - May 10, 2007 - MedcomSoft
Eat-n-Park Restaurants Selects NewHouse Medical for AED Implementation
Eat-n-Park, one of the region's largest locally-owned restaurant chains, has become "Heart Safe" by embracing an AED Program that will encompass all locations by the end of 2008. NewHouse Medical has been selected as the AED Implementation Specialist for this endeavor. - May 09, 2007 - NewHouse Medical
Website Provides Relief for Everyday Aches and Pains
New internet business launched in Mid January is moving up the ranks, just attaining a Google page rank of 1 and an Alexa ranking of 430,979 which continues to move to the top. The goal of this online business: http://www.painrelifpacks.com is to help alleviate the pain and stress of everyday. ... - May 09, 2007 - Pain Relief Packs
Futuristic Sleep Machine Now Reality
Those seeking improved sleep can switch on Sleep on Command™ device designed to enforce Delta rhythm sleep and the recovery that best occurs during deep, slow-wave, Delta-stage sleep. - May 08, 2007 - EarthPulse Tech, LLC
Aventyn® Announces CLIP® v1.2 with Enhanced Integrated RFID Capability for Hospitals and Medical Suppliers
Simplifies Patient and Medical Asset Tracking, Enables Instant Return-on-Investment with Increased Patient Safety, Administrative Throughput and Inventory Visibility. - May 08, 2007 - Aventyn Inc.
Age Defying Collagen Capsule Made in NZ
Puraz Health’s product - 100% Collagen, contains pure collagen and is manufactured in New Zealand. The unique design of the capsules means that collagen can be distributed to where it may have depleted: to joints, ligaments and to the biggest organ, the skin. This means that collagen, in the past only available to plastic surgeons, is now available to the whole body in natural capsule form. - May 08, 2007 - Puraz Health
Dentists Split Over Amalgam Fillings: The Wealthy Dentist Survey Results
Half of dentists are still placing amalgam fillings, while the other half no longer do, according to a survey conducted by The Wealthy Dentist. Many dentists expressed concerns over the possible toxic consequences of mercury amalgam and prefer to place newer composite fillings. Other dentists pointed to the superior performance of amalgam fillings and raised questions over the safety and durability of composite materials. - May 07, 2007 - The Wealthy Dentist
Baxa Corporation Signs Co-Marketing Agreement with CriticalPoint for Interactive Web-Based Training
Baxa Corporation announces its agreement with CriticalPoint LLC to co-market a Web-based sterile compounding curriculum authored by internationally recognized subject matter experts. This comprehensive, ACPE-approved program consists of 32 modules that meet USP Chapter 797’s competency assessment requirements. Modules are self-paced and part of CriticalPoint’s Learning Management System (LMS), offering access from any Web connection and providing administrative reporting for tracking. - May 07, 2007 - Baxa Corporation
Crystal M. Reib Named Metropolitan Who’s Who Honored Member in Pharmaceuticals
Crystal M. Reib, Pharmacist for Wegmans Pharmacy, has been Named Metropolitan Who’s Who Honored Member in Pharmaceuticals. While inclusion in Metropolitan Who’s Who is an honor in itself, the Metropolitan Who’s Who selection committee hand picks these special Who’s Who... - May 06, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Urgent Care Journal Wins 2007 American Society of Healthcare Publication Editors Award
Urgent Care, the Official Journal of the AAUCM, Wins the Gold Award in the New Publication Category - May 06, 2007 - American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
Medical Tourism, as One of the Fastest Growing Businesses of the 21st Century
It has been reported, last year more than 150,000 patients decided to travel for more affordable treatment. Investors see medical travel sector as a lucrative business opportunity and for bigger market share and profit the quality often suffers. - May 04, 2007 - Hungarian Dental Travel Limited
St. Luke’s Episcopal Health System to Manage Recalls Using RASMAS
Innovative Houston-based Health System to Improve Patient Safety with Noblis’ Risk And Safety Management Alert System (RASMAS) - May 04, 2007 - Noblis
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Elects RASMAS as Recall Management Tool of Choice
Risk And Safety Management Alert System (RASMAS) to help Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Stay at the Forefront of Patient Safety - May 04, 2007 - Noblis
Pioneering Teacher Discovers Relaxation Amps Test Scores
Relax; Stress has been proven to disrupt concentration and lower test scores, and that is why a pioneering teacher with 18 years of experience teaches relaxation before important tests. Her innovative meditation CD “Journey To Ease Test Stress” available at: www.EaseTestStress.com is helping kids reduce stress and increase test scores and even their GPA’s. - May 03, 2007 - ETS Solutions
Carmel Pharma, Inc. Launches New PhaSeal Preparation Component
Carmel Pharma, Inc. launches their new Protector 28 (P28). This preparation component is the latest advancement of the PhaSeal System and is available now. - May 03, 2007 - Carmel Pharma
Are You a Family Caregiver? Frustrated? Burned Out?
Attend South Shore Elder Services Helpful Caregiving 101 Seminars - May 02, 2007 - South Shore Elder Services
MedcomSoft Record Selected by University of Central Missouri’s Health Center
University of Central Missouri (UCM) selects MedcomSoft Record EMR software. - May 02, 2007 - MedcomSoft
Varian Selects RTI Messaging Middleware for MRI and NMR Products
For use in Varian’s nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectrometer and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) product lines. - May 02, 2007 - Real-Time Innovations
EMS Solutions Announces Turbo Medic v2.0 Release Availability
EMS Solutions announced immediate availability of the second edition of the popular EMS Study and Training Resource “Turbo Medic” enabling both students and experienced EMS professionals to acquire an all in one training resource for their home computer. This unveiling proves a... - April 30, 2007 - The EMS Professional
Quality Care Nursing - A Vital Force in Nursing
Partnering healthcare facilities with experienced and exceptionally talented nursing personnel. A leading innovator, QCN has become a vital force in nurse staffing today. Their commitment to excellence and to continuous quality improvement has earned us the respect and trust of the industry. - April 29, 2007 - Quality Care Nursing
BioSignia Rolls Out National Marketing Campaign with 919 Marketing Company
Burgeoning healthcare technology company selects marketing partner to drive national marketing rollout of company’s evidence-based chronic disease prediction models. - April 29, 2007 - Biosignia Inc