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Book Publicity Services Announces the Release of Ryan A Bush's New Book "Designing the Mind: The Principles of Psychitecture"
A bold and fascinating dive into the nuts and bolts of psychological evolution, "Designing the Mind: The Principles of Psychitecture" is part inspiring manifesto, part practical guide, all based on the teachings of ancient philosophers, spiritual teachers and cognitive scientists. The ideas and techniques it offers are all woven together into a framework to help people lead better, happier lives. - January 13, 2021 - Book Publicity Services
"Dr. Pam" Gumbs Honored as a Woman of Distinction for January 2021 by P.O.W.E.R.
"Dr. Pam" Gumbs of Berkeley, California has been honored as a Woman of Distinction for 2021 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 40 years in the pharmaceutical field. Each quarter... - January 13, 2021 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Applewood Our House Ready to Welcome New Residents with Staff, Current Residents Receiving COVID Vaccinations
Even though the world is in the midst of the COVID pandemic, there are still Denver-area families that need help with their family members who have dementia and other memory needs. All five of Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care group homes have been able to stay open and safely care... - January 13, 2021 - Applewood Our House
OrthoNeuro Strengthens C-Suite Executive Team with Two Promotions
OrthoNeuro, a multi-disciplinary practice of board-certified physicians has announced the promotion of Jacqueline Petty to Chief Administrative Officer and Brian Hart to Chief Operating Officer. Both Hart and Petty join Dr. Larry Todd, President of OrthoNeuro, and newly elected Senior Vice... - January 11, 2021 - OrthoNeuro
New CDC Designed "I Got My Covid-19 Vaccine!” Buttons Available to Assist in Rollout and Build Confidence in Vaccines
If you've had the COVID-19 vaccine, or involved in a vaccination roll out team/plan, these "I Got My Covid-19 Vaccine!" buttons effectively let others know you've been vaccinated. These buttons are exactly the same design as stickers given to folks after getting the Pfizer or Moderna Covid-19 vaccination. Using the official CDC design, these I've been vaccinated buttons are a universal indicator that you've been inoculated, and encourage other to follow your lead. - January 11, 2021 - I've Had It
6AMRun.com Has a New Website, New Products and More for the New Year
6AM Run has been on to something this past year. They have kept people active and motivated through the tough year that 2020 was and they are bringing in that same energy for 2021. When the pandemic hit, many people were not sure how to feel. Everything was shutting down, including gyms. For a lot... - January 10, 2021 - 6AM Run LLC
Company Offers Cost Support for Eligible COVID-19-Related Organizations
The CarePrecise LLC database of U.S. healthcare providers is available at cost reductions of up to 50% to organizations engaged in COVID-19 response. The database of all U.S. healthcare providers offers the ability to contact healthcare providers via multiple channels, including postal mail, telephone, fax, and email, and is used to research care availability by geographic area. - January 08, 2021 - CarePrecise LLC
Gaylan Hendricks Scheduled to Deliver Keynote Address at Medicare Gurus Mastermind Conference
Gaylan Hendricks, CEO of health insurance company Senior Security Benefits, announced she will be a keynote speaker at the upcoming Medicare Gurus Mastermind conference in late February 2021. - January 07, 2021 - Senior Security Benefits, Inc.
SCPC Seeks Specific Guidance on COVID-19 Vaccine Access for Patient-Facing Long-Term Care Pharmacy Staff
By Overlooking Necessary Health Care Personnel Who Provide Essential Services in Long Term Care Facilities, Public-Health Decision Makers Put Patients at Greater Risk - January 06, 2021 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Immundiagnostik, Inc. Launches New Website to Support Research and Clinical Laboratories
Immundiagnostik, Inc., a North American immunoassay provider, has launched its new website to support research and clinical laboratories working toward improving patient care. The site offers a more convenient way for labs of all sizes to purchase immunoassays and other diagnostic detection tools, as well as learn about lab support and customized bulk packaging services. More information can be found at https://idkna.com - January 05, 2021 - Immundiagnostik, Inc.
Bench International Launches "Bank of Women"
First of Its Kind Program Features 550+ Executive Women Leaders for Board Seats and the C-Suite - January 05, 2021 - Bench International
Stanford Healthcare Loses in Appeals Court, Accused of Alleged $468 Million Dollar Healthcare Billing Fraud
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals recently rejected Stanford Healthcare’s (formerly Stanford Hospitals and Clinic) argument in the U.S. government’s case against Stanford Healthcare for nearly $500 million dollars of alleged Medicare billing fraud. In entering its ruling against the... - January 05, 2021 - GJLaw
APTQI Charitable Giving Program Supports Organizations Encouraging Diversity Across the Physical Therapy Profession
APTQI donations will be used to support scholarship and outreach initiatives. - January 04, 2021 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Studies Reveal CBD May Protect Against COVID-19; OC Wellness Solutions' CBD Tinctures and Oils Available
Clinical trials have shown CBD could be effective in reducing the cytokine storm in COVID-19 patients. - January 04, 2021 - OC Wellness Solutions
New York Health Acquires Three Village Family Medicine
New York Health is pleased to announce that primary care practice, formerly known as Three Village Family Medicine, will now be part of New York Health. Internist, Pollytia I. Panagiotou, MD, and Physician Assistant, Lisa Rizzuto, MS, PA-C will be practicing at the office located at 7 S Jersey Ave... - January 01, 2021 - New York Health
New York Health Welcomes Nephrologist to Practice
New York Health is pleased to announce board-certified Darren S. Kaufman, MD, MS has joined its nephrology team and will be practicing at 2500 Route 347, Bldg. #14A Stony Brook, NY 11790. nyhealth.com/new-york-health-welcomes-nephrologist-to-practice-2/ Dr. Kaufman has special interest and... - January 01, 2021 - New York Health
SottoPelle® Recognizes Cheryl Felt, MSN, APN-C for Outstanding Contributions to BHRT and her Quality Care for Her Patients
SottoPelle® announces its "Featured Provider Series" showcasing various Providers that have made a difference to their patients, offering leading-edge Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). - January 01, 2021 - SottoPelle Therapy
Moms Take on the World for Sick Kids
Inspired by their children's fight for survival, moms take on the world for treatment of devastating birth defect to save other peoples' children. - December 31, 2020 - CDH International
Carnivore Meat Company Donates UV Equipment to Health Care Systems for Medical Mask Sterilization
Ultra-premium freeze-dried pet food manufacturer, Carnivore Meat Company, has announced the donation of its UV sterilization equipment to two local health care systems: HSHS hospitals in Eastern Wisconsin (St. Vincent Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center in Green Bay; St. Clare... - December 31, 2020 - Carnivore Meat Company
Testrite Introduces Vaccine Distribution Support Products
The COVID-19 vaccine could be the largest vaccination effort in U.S. history. A nationwide roll out of the vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna is already underway. To assist with these efforts, Testrite Visual has launched its line of vaccine hardware and signage solutions. Products include: -... - December 31, 2020 - Testrite Visual
MedCare Medical Devices Canada Introduces Osentia Test Kit - New Weapon in the Fight Against Osteoporosis
Osentia is a patented, Health Canada approved, professional laboratory test that uses Raman Spectroscopy screening technology to assess a patient’s risk of fragility fractures due to Osteoporosis. - December 31, 2020 - MedCare Medical Devices Canada
mumms Software Announces New Clinical Workflow in Hummingbird EMR – SmartChart - Bringing Monumental Change to the Hospice EMR Industry
Kicking off the new year, mumms Software unveiled the new dashboard and workflow for hospice clinicians in its groundbreaking hospice EMR, Hummingbird. The highly anticipated new workflow will put patient data at the forefront of care improving the lives of hospice clinicians and their... - December 31, 2020 - mumms Software
A Novel Treatment Modality for COVID-19: Global Cancer Technology is Developing a Nanoparticle Which May Selectively Target, Bind and Inactivate Coronavirus Virions
Global Cancer Technology, an emerging biopharmaceutical company, is developing a novel treatment modality to selectively kill the COVID-19 virus. - December 30, 2020 - Global Cancer Technology
Fusion Medical Staffing Increases Workforce Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
When the pandemic hit full force earlier in March, the need for traveling healthcare professionals increased, particularly in hot spot cities that were short of healthcare workers. Fusion Medical Staffing saw the importance of preparing internal staff to help with such a large task, while keeping everyone safe and healthy. - December 29, 2020 - Fusion Medical Staffing
OKAN Launches Hot Flash Relief, Maca and Ashwagandha by OKAN Vitamins
OKAN, a start-up in the women’s health and wellness industry and the maker of OKAN Vitamins, today announced the launch of Hot Flash Relief, Maca and Ashwagandha by OKAN Vitamins (www.okanvitamins.com). This new women’s vitamin line addresses issues of menstruation, menopause, and the... - December 28, 2020 - OKAN Vitamins
Metro Safety’s Certified Training Course Brings Silica Awareness to Workers Across British Columbia
The training program includes guidance for workers who are exposed to asbestos, lead and silica, in line with the WORKSAFEBC Occupational Health and Safety Regulation Part 6. - December 25, 2020 - Metro Safety Training
Dr. Sundas Iqbal Joins ABISA Board
ABISA, LLC a leading independent healthcare consultancy, today announced that Dr. Sundas Iqbal has joined ABISA as an advisory board member. Dr. Iqbal currently serves as the Clinical Fellow in Internal and Acute Medicine at the King's College Hospital, London, United Kingdom. Her main areas of... - December 24, 2020 - ABISA
Exclusive Interview with Mark DePristo, BigHat BioScience Speaker at AI in Drug Discovery 2021
SMi Reports: Speaker interview released for SMi’s 2nd Annual AI in Drug Discovery Conference taking place on 15 – 16 March 2021 as a virtual conference with online access only. - December 24, 2020 - SAE Media Group
Power Wellness Safely Surpasses 1 Million Medical Fitness Center Visits
Collectively across 29 locations nationwide, Power Wellness has managed over 1 million visits since reopening their first client’s location in May 2020. As a result of strictly enforced safety protocols, the reported COVID-19 positive reports from staff and members have been below 0.05%, and... - December 23, 2020 - Power Wellness Management
New Non-Toxic System Combats Spread of COVID-19; Proven Highly Effective Wela Group's Anti-Viral System Proven More Than 99.98% Effective Against Coronavirus
Wela Group, a NY based technology development company founded by serial entrepreneurs Barbara Dutton-Weingarten and Eric Holohan, has announced sales of their first anti-viral product, AVAST™, after receiving independent 3rd party laboratory verification from Assured Bio of Oak Ridge, TN.,... - December 22, 2020 - Wela Group LLC
APTQI Commends Congress for Easing Medicare Cuts to Specialty Care in End-of-Year Package
Legislation delays add-on code by three years, extends sequester relief - December 22, 2020 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
BDA Advises Neoss on Its Sale to CareCapital Advisors
BDA Partners is pleased to announce that its client, Neoss Limited (“Neoss”), has been acquired by CareCapital Advisors Limited (“CareCapital”), an equity investor focused on the dental and oral care industry. CareCapital is one of the largest dental investors in the world,... - December 22, 2020 - BDA Partners Ltd
Why It is Critical for Workers in Out-of-School Settings to Qualify for Vaccine Eligibility Within the Education Sector
The American Camp Association, along with the Afterschool Alliance, the Boys and Girls Clubs of America, JCC Association of North America, and the YMCA of the USA, make a strong case to have out-of-school time workers eligible for COVID-19 vaccine at the same time as the Education sector. - December 22, 2020 - American Camp Association
SOTA Imaging Launches Clio Prime Digital X-Ray Sensor
SOTA Imaging announces the debut of the Clio Prime Digital X-Ray Sensor - the culmination of decades of digital x-ray sensor innovation - featuring EveryShot X-Ray Capture technology for superior image quality, a new capsule design for extra durability and easy x-ray positioning and built-in... - December 21, 2020 - SOTA Imaging
R3i Ventures Announces the Launch of the House of MedTech in Luxembourg
House of MedTech provides accelerated digital health and MedTech commercialisation pathway between Singapore and Luxembourg. It makes a measurable contribution to transforming societies and healthcare worldwide. - December 20, 2020 - R3i Ventures Pte. Limited
Illinois Hospice Educates on the Different Types of Hospice Care
Harbor Light Hospice, an Illinois hospice provider, recently released a blog discussing the different types of hospice care. The new article focuses on explaining the details surrounding the different types of care that their team offers. - December 20, 2020 - Harbor Light Hospice
Emisshield Inc. Granted New Patent for Thermally Enhancing Trizar® Fabrics
Emisshield Inc.’s new patent, Thermal Enhancements Additives Useful for Fabrics, is a new invention that uniquely adds emissivity agents to enhance the heat properties of Trizar (R) fabrics. Originally used for NASA spaceship tiles, these Emisshield materials can be added to fibers, films, and coatings to either keep fabrics warmer longer or to reduce heat buildup by wicking heat away. Trizar (R) Technology has launched these products with several leading clothing brands. - December 19, 2020 - Clean Textile Technology
3 Generations of Jazzercise in the Press
More than 50 years after its beginning, Jazzercise remains as popular as ever. Today, Founder and CEO Judi Sheppard Missett and daughter president Shanna Missett Nelson welcome Skyla Nelson to the business. Newly-certified 18-year-old Skyla has followed in their footsteps by certifying as an instructor, bringing the $100 million dollar fitness empire to a whole new generation of women. - December 18, 2020 - Jazzercise, Inc.
Savage Support's MASK-A-RAVE Celebration 2020
Two hours of celebration, tributes to local business advocates, music, dance and fun! Coordinated by Oscar Winner John Ridley’s Nō Studios through a unique Vimeo channel. - December 18, 2020 - Savage Support Corp.
Keep the Holidays Safe from Fires and Burns This Season
The Burn and Reconstructive Centers of America and Swedish Medical Center want the community to stay safe this holiday season. - December 18, 2020 - Swedish Medical Center
Exclusive Interview: Julian Bahr, Postdoctoral Fellow at AstraZeneca and Speaker at 3D Cell Culture Conference
SMi Reports: Speaker interview from AstraZeneca released ahead of SMi’s 5th Annual 3D Cell Culture taking place on 10 – 11 February 2021 as a virtual conference with online access only. - December 18, 2020 - SAE Media Group
SCPC Disappointed That HHS Again Ignores Needed Relief Request from Long-Term Care Pharmacies
Latest Distribution Fails to Aid Industry Facing Significant Financial Hardship While Caring for Most Vulnerable Patients - December 17, 2020 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
"Dammit ... It IS Menopause!" Grabs No. 1 New Release by Amazon
Local Author, Sally Bartlett, Turns Menopausal Turmoil into Humor with Nonfiction Journal to Offer Encouragement and Hope to Women Everywhere. - December 17, 2020 - Sally Bartlett
Jon Ahlbum Featured in a Podcast on Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Broadcast Edition
Jon Ahlbum of Margate, Florida has been featured in a Podcast on Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Broadcast Edition for his outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 20 years in the field of insurance. The Broadcasts are pre-recorded audio interviews which give members... - December 17, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide
100% Free COVID-19 Contact Tracing Tool Launches Across America, Alleviating Stress for Small Businesses in the Restaurant, Hospitality and Retail Service Industries
Today GroundLevel Insights, a leading Canadian technology company, announced the launch of SAFETRACE USA™. Available to businesses across America, SAFETRACE USA is a fast, secure, and 100% free digital solution that allows businesses to capture pertinent customer data needed for contact... - December 15, 2020 - GroundLevel Insights Inc.
Free on December 15 and 16, a New Book Poses a Challenge to Scientists and the Promise of Fame to One Who Delivers
An award-winning author posits a theory of everything, cites a number of scientific findings to support it, and challenges scientists to examine it - saying that if one of them can work the math to prove it, his or her work will be published and publicized by The Oaklea Press. The Kindle edition will be free to download December 15 and 16. - December 15, 2020 - The Oaklea Press
Rose Medical Center Continues to Earn Straight “A's” for Patient Safety in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
Rose Medical Center is one of only 29 hospitals in the United States to be awarded an "A" every grading cycle since 2012. - December 15, 2020 - Rose Medical Center
Have a Heart Cincy Emerges as a Leader in the Nation for Their Purchase Variety as They Are Placed 2nd on Leaf Links 2020 List
They are who they say they are. Darius Bobo, Have A Heart Cincy’s General Manager and Designated Representative always echoes the heart of who they are, “We are the biggest and the best in Ohio with the best selection.” At 10,000 sq. ft., Have A Heart Cincy is the largest... - December 15, 2020 - Have A Heart Cincy
The Tides Within Us - the Science Behind the Experience
Marshmallow Laser Feast collaborates with Fraunhofer MEVIS to create its latest immersive artwork, The Tides Within Us. - December 15, 2020 - Marshmallow Laser Feast
The Wellness Tea Makes Its Debut, Offering an Organic, Certified Herbal Tea Blend with Multiple Health Benefits
A perfect herbal combination of a wellness mixture, introducing a blended cup of nine different teas. - December 14, 2020 - The Wellness Tea, LLC