Medical & Health News
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HHS Fails to Address Pandemic Relief for Long-Term Care Pharmacies
SCPC Warns Support is Needed to Maintain Patient Care while LTC Facilities Manage Latest COVID Spike and LTC Pharmacies Prepare for Vaccine Distribution - November 16, 2020 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Best Online Video Advertising Campaigns to be Named by Web Marketing Association
The Web Marketing Association judges will select the best online video advertising in 86 industries as part of their 19th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. The IAC Awards are the first and only industry-based advertising award competition dedicated exclusively to online... - November 16, 2020 - Web Marketing Association
Masks and Mics | Keeping Our Voices Heard During COVID-19 with the Launch of SD2 from TFS
Transport Financial Services, LLC is finalizing designs on an affordable, COVID-19 friendly, social distancing, communication system, called the SD2. It includes a wearable clip-on microphone that can be attached to any mask, and an app for Android & IOS that allows your phone to amplify your voice via the phone’s speaker or a detached Bluetooth speaker. SD2 is designed to protect lives in the workplace, classroom, hospitals and doctors’ offices etc, and to keep everyone safe and healthy. - November 16, 2020 - Transport Financial Services, LLC
Critica PPE Launches a Solution to the PPE Supply Chain Crisis in the USA
COVID-19 Broke the PPE Supply Chain, But Critica PPE Has Developed a Way to Fix It - November 16, 2020 - Critica PPE
Unique New Device to Self-Monitor COVID-19 Risk During Delay Between Tests, from Centers for Age Control Inc.
Few people are able to take a COVID-19 test every day or even every week or month. A negative result can be useful on the day of the test, but a person will not know if infected later. The COVID-19 HealthMeter™ reduces that risk with daily noninvasive physiological self-monitoring of 16 COVID-19 indicators and risk factors, including functional age vs. birth age, high frequency hearing loss, mental confusion, short term memory, lungs, blood oxygen, heart rate, blood pressure, body fat, etc. - November 12, 2020 - Centers for Age Control Inc.
Bixahuman Invests Heavily in Research and Development for Their Natural Products
Health and wellness company Bixahuman has spent over 8 years researching and developing their range of supplements and products. - November 12, 2020 - BixaHuman
European Medical Association (EMA) and TAMP Inc. Form Strategic Alliance
European Medical Association (EMA) and TAMP Inc. form Strategic Alliance to enable the "4th Culture Doctor" Movement, an Evolution, focusing on the promotion of social impact, health, wellness & well-being for everyone on the planet. - November 12, 2020 - TAMP Inc.
Best Email Advertising Campaigns to be Named by Web Marketing Association
The Web Marketing Association judges will select the best email advertising campaigns in 86 industries as part of their 19th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. The IAC Awards are the first and only industry-based advertising award competition dedicated exclusively to online... - November 11, 2020 - Web Marketing Association
Careington Launches New Smart Application for Streamlined Online Member Enrollment
Careington International Corporation has launched its new smart application that streamlines the online enrollment experience for members. - November 11, 2020 - Careington
IVI Research Brief Examines Value Assessment in the Age of COVID
Researchers Highlight Important Advancements in Understanding Value Emerging from the Pandemic - November 10, 2020 - Innovation and Value Initiative
Erica Cai Named ALPCO’s Summer 2020 Diabetes Research Travel Grant Recipient
Today ALPCO announced Erica Cai from Harvard Medical School as the latest recipient of its Diabetes Research Travel Grant. Dr. Cai is a postdoctoral fellow from the Joslin Diabetes Center researching the mechanism of autoimmunity that leads to beta cell destruction and type 1 diabetes (T1D). Dr. - November 10, 2020 - ALPCO
New Rapid COVID-19 Point of Care Test
Pepex Biomedical has diverted funds and resources to the development of Multiple Rapid COVID-19 Tests designed to accurately identify Antigens (diagnostic to detect active virus) and Antibodies (to determine immunity) in under 15 minutes with 95% accuracy. - November 09, 2020 - Pepex Biomedical, Inc.
Careington Announces a Redesign of Its Provider Search Experience
Careington International Corporation launched a newly designed provider search feature on its website, Careington.com. - November 08, 2020 - Careington
Medicare Insurance Agency Reports Busiest Year on Record
With 44 million Americans currently enrolled in Medicare, it’s no surprise that some of the nation’s largest brokers are experiencing their busiest days of the year right now. That’s because the country is in the middle of what’s known as “Medicare Open... - November 07, 2020 - Bridlewood Insurance Services
APTQI Welcomes Team Rehabilitation and Raintree Systems as At-Large Members to Expand Advocacy Efforts
National physical therapy advocacy group expands as sector seeks elimination of 9% Medicare cut scheduled for 2021. - November 06, 2020 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County and Waveny LifeCare Network Announce Proposed Affiliation
The Boards of Directors of Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County (VNHFC) and Waveny LifeCare Network (WLN) are pleased to announce that they have entered into an exclusive letter of intent to combine home care and hospice operations to better serve patients in Fairfield County and beyond. - November 06, 2020 - Waveny LifeCare Network
SAGE Industrial Corporation Announces COVID-19 Kill Rate Lab Results of AirROS by SAGE Industrial Air Purification Systems
AirROS by SAGE Industrial air purification systems had been laboratory tested and reduced coronavirus on surfaces & air. - November 05, 2020 - AirROS by SAGE Industrial
Dementia Society of America Presents "Broadway Alive!"
The Dementia Society of America® will be presenting its first online fundraising entertainment program on Sunday evening, November 22, 2020, at 6:00 pm (ET). The program, called "Broadway Alive!™," will feature a special performance by Keith Spencer, a nationally recognized... - November 05, 2020 - Dementia Society of America
XO Private Launches Risk Masters
Connecting the security & medical travel risk industry with the finest travel designers around the globe. - November 05, 2020 - XO Private
Best Social Media Campaigns to be Named by Web Marketing Association
The Web Marketing Association judges will select the best social media campaigns in 86 industries as part of their 19th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. The IAC Awards are the first and only industry-based advertising award competition dedicated exclusively to online advertising. Anyone wishing to nominate their social media work for consideration may do so at www.IACAward.org before the deadline of January 29, 2021. - November 04, 2020 - Web Marketing Association
Read a Book, Help a Cowboy
USA Today Bestselling Author kicks off 7th annual campaign to raise funds and awareness for the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund. - November 04, 2020 - Shanna Hatfield, Author
Bachem Group Webinar on Cost-Efficient and Green Manufacturing of Peptides thanks to Molecular Hiving™ Technology Announced
SMi Reports: Bachem Group to host an online webinar taking place on Thursday 26th November 2020 on Cost-efficient and Green Manufacturing of Peptides thanks to Molecular Hiving™ Technology. - November 04, 2020 - SAE Media Group
Best Online Newsletters to be Named by Web Marketing Association
The Web Marketing Association judges will select the Best Online Newsletters for 2021 in 86 industries as part of their 19th annual Internet Advertising Competition (IAC) Awards. The IAC Awards are the first and only industry-based advertising award competition dedicated exclusively to online... - November 03, 2020 - Web Marketing Association
Grace Care Home Care Celebrates Relocation of Kolkata Office with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Providing Home Care Services
In Home Care Leader, Grace Care, hosted a Grand Re-Opening Event on Sunday, November 1st, 2020 for providing home care for the growing senior population in Kolkata and surrounding areas. - November 03, 2020 - GCHC Home Care Pvt Ltd , Grace Care
Armin Lear Launches The Coherence Effect
Author team is experts in Ayurveda, Vedic health practices, and meditation, with a Foreword by Dr. Tony Nader. - November 02, 2020 - Armin Lear Press
APTQI Applauds Bipartisan Bill to Provide Relief from Severe Medicare Cuts to Specialty Providers
The Holding Providers Harmless from Medicare Cuts During COVID-19 Act would ensure continued patient access to healthcare specialties that were slated for major cuts. - October 30, 2020 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Russ Davis Wholesale Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg in Mixed Veggie Cup with Dip
Russ Davis Wholesale of Wadena, Minnesota is recalling individual serving cups of Mixed Veggie Cup with Dip because it may contain undeclared Egg. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these... - October 30, 2020 - Russ Davis Wholesale
Financial Connection to Breast Cancer - All Women Financial Firm, Urban Wealth Management Assists Women
Researchers have connected the term "financial toxicity" to breast cancer. And while the energy of the woman diagnosed with breast cancer should be on healing and taking care of herself; life can spiral out of control and money is the root cause. Urban Wealth Management, an All Woman Financial Firm in Los Angeles is assisting women in getting their financial life in gear and focus on healing and living the life they desire and deserve. - October 30, 2020 - Urban Wealth Management
The Journal of Health Economics and Outcomes Research Now Fully Indexed in PubMed
The Journal of Health Economics and Outcomes Research (JHEOR) is now fully indexed in PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=J+Health+Econ+Outcomes+Res JHEOR is an international high-quality journal covering all fields and methodologies related to health economics and outcomes research. - October 30, 2020 - Journal of Health Economics and Outcomes Research
CQRC Applauds Proposed DME Rule for Protecting Access to Home Respiratory Care
By excluding home oxygen supplies and equipment from Round 2021 of the Competitive Bidding Program, Medicare ensures beneficiaries will continue to receive uninterrupted access to home respiratory care during the COVID-19 pandemic. - October 29, 2020 - CQRC
Artificial Intelligence Search Technology Will be Used to Help Modernize US Federal Pathology Facility
Technology developed by Canadian researchers has been adopted by the Joint Pathology Center (JPC), which has the world’s largest collection of preserved human tissue samples. The v=center will use an artificial intelligence (AI) search engine to index and search its digital archive as part of a modernization effort. The image search engine was designed by researchers at the Laboratory for Knowledge Inference in Medical Image Analysis (Kimia Lab) at the University of Waterloo. - October 28, 2020 - Kimia Lab, University of Waterloo
Cellulose Ethers Market Size, Share, and Forecast 2019-2027
The global cellulose ethers market is valued at USD 4,292.87 million in 2019 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.83%. This rise in market value can be attributed to the increase in awareness regarding the benefits of cellulose ether and its derivatives increase in the number of oil drilling activities. - October 28, 2020 - DataM Intelligence 4Market Research
Vascular Care Leaders Applaud Rep. Ruben Gallego for Co-Sponsoring Bill to Address Health Inequities in Peripheral Artery Disease
The Amputation Reduction and Compassion (ARC) Act aims to prevent amputations by expanding Medicare and Medicaid coverage for PAD and establishing a PAD education program. - October 28, 2020 - CardioVascular Coalition
Beatrice K. Harvey Recognized as a Woman of the Month for October 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Beatrice K. Harvey of Norwalk, California has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for October 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of wellness coaching. Each month P.O.W.E.R. features... - October 28, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Desktop Alert and Aceso Medical Supply to Release 10+ Million U.S. Made N95 NIOSH Approved Surgical Respirators
Desktop Alert Mass Notification Platform in Partnership with Aceso Medical Supply has procured over 10 million US Made N95 Grade surgical Respirators for U.S. 1st Responders and qualified medical institutions only. The respirators are not available for international shipping under any circumstances. - October 27, 2020 - Desktop Alert
Vascular Care Leaders Applaud Rep. Donald Payne, Jr. for Introducing Bill to Address Health Inequities in Peripheral Artery Disease
The Amputation Reduction and Compassion (ARC) Act aims to prevent amputations by expanding Medicare and Medicaid coverage for PAD and establishing a PAD education program. - October 27, 2020 - CardioVascular Coalition
CQRC Celebrates National Respiratory Care Week
CQRC urges Congress to pass H.R. 8158 to waive budget neutrality for home oxygen services, supplies and equipment. - October 26, 2020 - CQRC
Bridlewood Insurance Now Offering Assistance with Medicare Enrollment from Oct. 15 Through Dec. 7
Bridlewood Insurance, the Industry leader in Medicare assistance, is offering assistance with Medicare enrollment from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7. - October 26, 2020 - Bridlewood Insurance Services
Ghanaian Americans Demand Policymakers to Approve Critical Coronavirus Relief
Ghana Diaspora Public Affairs Collective (GHPAC) extends the following statement regarding the Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act ("HEROES Act"): "This week the United States Congress failed to help the country recover from the COVID-19 pandemic when the... - October 25, 2020 - Ghana Diaspora Political Action Committee
New Self-Help Book Outlines a Fail-Proof Study Plan
"How To Beat A Rigged School System: 13 Steps to 100%," is a new book by author Nicolette Piaubert that lays out clear cut steps any student in any grade level can apply to do better in school. - October 23, 2020 - Gab-Nic Excelsior Nursing Tutoring Center
Be the Difference Foundation Presents the Second Annual Runway for Hope Fashion Show, Online This Year, Benefiting Mary Crowley Cancer Research
This exciting fashion show goes virtual, featuring ovarian cancer survivors styled by popular fashion influencers in an engaging story format. - October 23, 2020 - Be the Difference Foundation
Jamie R. Wright, LLC - Surviving Domestic Violence (DV) During COVID-19 and the Importance of Overcoming the Shame and Learning to Love Yourself Again
While the world struggles with the COVID-19 pandemic, an insidious problem continues unabated. Domestic violence during the pandemic is more hurtful and damaging than at any other time, and offering a helping hand is Jamie R. Wright, a survivor turned coach, author and advocate. The trauma and shame of domestic violence affect many and more so today when many people are quarantined, isolated, or locked in. - October 23, 2020 - Jamie R. Wright, LLC
SolarCraft Completes Solar Power Installation at Body Kinetics Health Club - Novato Health Club Goes Green & Saves
Novato and Sonoma based SolarCraft, a leading North Bay clean energy provider for over 35 years, recently completed the installation of a 63.8 kW DC solar electric system at Body Kinetics Health Club in Novato, CA. Designed and installed by SolarCraft, the solar power system will provide over 50% of the electrical needs for the Marin County Health Club, saving them nearly $16,000 in utility fees every year. - October 23, 2020 - SolarCraft
Biohackers Assemble - The Largest Virtual Biohacking Event of 2020
Biohackers Assemble is the largest virtual biohacking event of 2020 set to happen in November 2020. The event will host the top biohackers of the industry. - October 23, 2020 - Biohackers Assemble
CardioVascular Coalition Applauds Introduction of Legislation to Reduce Amputations, Improve Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness & Screening
Reps. Donald Payne, Jr., Bobby Rush and Ruben Gallego introduce Amputation Reduction and Compassion (ARC) Act to expand coverage for PAD screening and intervention. - October 22, 2020 - CardioVascular Coalition
alright Rolls Out CBD and CBG Pre-Roll Joints
The alright brand specializes in smokable hemp products. It offers premium and top shelf hemp in the form of CBD pre-rolls, CBG pre-rolls, CBD buds, CBG buds and hemp smokes. Offering everything from smokes to joints to a lb. of hemp flower, pick your strain and enjoy a smooth and flavorful experience. - October 22, 2020 - alright
MTech Mobility Joins ATA to Advance Telehealth Initiatives
Participation in the American Telemedicine Association (ATA) Further Supports its Commitment to Enabling Telehealth for Healthcare Patients, Plans and Providers. - October 22, 2020 - MTech Mobility
CompassMSP Expands Into Midwest with Acquisition of Chicago-Based Managed IT Services Provider MotherG
CompassMSP, LLC (CompassMSP), a leading managed IT service provider (MSP) with locations throughout the Northeastern US and Florida, today announced the acquisition of the assets of Mother Network Guardian LLC dba MotherG, an award-winning MSP in Chicago, IL. “We are excited to announce our... - October 21, 2020 - CompassMSP
Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. (MES) Announced Today It Has Acquired Douglass Safety Systems, LLC
Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. (MES) announced today it has acquired Douglass Safety Systems, LLC. - October 21, 2020 - Municipal Emergency Services, Inc.
Total Vision Partners with Foothill Optometric Group
Total Vision announces their newest partnership with Dr. Liu, Dr. Longacre and Dr. Yang of Foothill Optometric Group in Pleasanton, CA. - October 21, 2020 - Total Vision