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MITA Applauds Inclusion of Breast Density Notification Requirement in Federal Spending Bill
The Medical Imaging & Technology Alliance (MITA) today applauded the inclusion of a provision in a recent federal spending bill that would require mammography providers to include breast density information in reports to patients and providers. This information is crucial to ensuring... - February 25, 2019 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance
Depression2Extinction Relaunches Founder’s Ultra 50 Expedition to Kick of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month - Sept. 2019
Nonprofit, depression2extinction, moves start date of The Ultra 50 Expedition to raise awareness for the stigma of depression and suicide prevention beginning Sept. 1, 2019. - February 23, 2019 - Depression2Extinction
Securisyn Medical Selected to Attend Inaugural US Air Force Pitch Day
Securisyn Medical, LLC, dedicated to inspiring the world to collaborate to make airway management safer, today announced they are one of 59 companies selected out of hundreds nationally to present its novel technology in support of the Company’s Air Force Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I proposal at the Inaugural Air Force Pitch Day event on March 6-7, 2019 in New York City. - February 23, 2019 - Securisyn Medical
SMi’s Pharma Microbiology West Coast 2019 Chair and Speakers Announced
Pharmaceutical Microbiology West Coast is back after a successful launch event in 2018. This year the conference is taking place at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay, CA, USA on June 5th and 6th, 2019. - February 23, 2019 - SAE Media Group
AloeVeritas, Dallas, TX, Names Rosa Battle President
AloeVeritas announced a new addition to their executive leadership team, Rosa Battle has been appointed the new President. This is an exciting time for the young skincare, health and wellness company and there is no better person to lead them to greatness than Rosa Battle. Ms. Battle brings 25... - February 22, 2019 - AloeMD
Alliance for Site Neutral Payment Reform Urges Congress to Consider Site Neutral Payment Reforms
In a letter to Congressional leaders, Alliance detailed how site neutral payment reforms can save U.S. taxpayers billions of dollars while increasing access to care in community-based settings. - February 22, 2019 - Alliance For Site Neutral Payment Reform
HCA Healthcare/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center Takes a Shot at Fundraising for Heart Health
The level I trauma center will be holding its first annual heart health awareness basketball event. Proceeds from the event will fund the American Heart Association Heart and Stroke Walk. - February 22, 2019 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
GCAM Hosts Opening Ceremony for New Plasma Center in Brownsville, TX
GCAM, Inc, is opening a new plasma center in Brownsville, TX on February 26th at 11:00 a.m. They will also be hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony with the local Chamber of Commerce and the public in attendance on the 27th at 10:00 a.m. - February 22, 2019 - GCAM, Inc.
ABISA Expands with Clients in Australia
ABISA, LLC, a leading independent healthcare consultancy, announced that the company has now engaged radiology clients in Australia and is working with them to help advance healthcare business initiatives in that country. In addition to its longstanding U.S. client base, ABISA also has worked with... - February 22, 2019 - ABISA
Tangible Solutions Completes Expansion of Orthopedic 3D Printing Facility
In response to increased demand for the Contract Manufacturing of 3D Printed Titanium Implants, Tangible Solutions is announcing the completion of a 6,000 sq. ft. expansion of their Additive Manufacturing (AM) facility. This expansion will support the Ohio-based company’s own growth plans to... - February 21, 2019 - Tangible Solutions, Inc.
National LTC Pharmacy Group Praises SFC Momentum on PBM Rebate Transparency
Positive Grassley Sentiment on Greater PBM Transparency Draws Support from SCPC. - February 21, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
SMB Networks LLC Named One of Connecticut’s Top 10 Healthcare IT Service Providers of 2018
SMB Networks LLC was interviewed and Named One of Connecticut’s Top 10 Healthcare IT Service Providers of 2018. - February 21, 2019 - SMB Networks LLC
Mr. Cameron Mathison, Actor and Host, Plays for Perthes
The Legg Calve Perthes Foundation, dedicated to improving research, education, advocacy and awareness of Perthes Disease will be featured on “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” this month. The show will air on Tuesday, February 26, 2019 on the nationally syndicated show. Cameron Mathison... - February 21, 2019 - Legg Calve Perthes Foundation
USA Hospital Bed Dealer Provides Hill Rom Beds to MS and ALS Patients
Hospital Direct Medical Equipment Inc. based in San Diego California and Richmond Virginia is a hospital bed reseller, dealer, broker that sells used, refurbished and reconditioned Hill Rom P1900 TotalCare Sport beds to patients with MS (multiple sclerosis) ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) and other patients with acute care medical needs. - February 21, 2019 - Hospital Direct Medical Equipment Inc.
Dr. Ali El-Mohandes Has Been Honored by the Global Who's Who as a Top Healthcare Professional
Dr. Ali El-Mohandes has been honored by the Global Who's Who as a Top Healthcare Professional for outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Pain Medicine. - February 21, 2019 - Global Directory of Who's Who
MEDraysintell Publishes Its Sixth Edition of the Proton Therapy World Report & Directory
What to Expect from the Proton Therapy Market in 2019-2020? - February 21, 2019 - MEDraysintell
MedAware Systems to Present New Research at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Neurology
MedAware Systems, Inc. announced today that its new research paper, entitled Literature Bias in Alzheimer's Disease Research: An Exploration of Factors Influencing Treatment Outcomes has been selected for presentation at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN). The Meeting is... - February 21, 2019 - Biomed Industries Inc.
Dr. Robert Green Has Been Honored by the Global Who's Who as a Top Doctor
Dr. Robert Green has been honored by the Global Who's Who as a Top Doctor for outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Ophthalmology. - February 21, 2019 - Global Directory of Who's Who
Santa Barbara Medical and Day Spa Celebrates 13 Year Anniversary
Evolutions Medical & Day Spa Anniversary Open House will be held this year on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm - February 20, 2019 - Evolutions Medical and Day Spa
Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation Applauds Ohio BWC for Incorporating Stakeholder Feedback in Workers’ Compensation Policy Change
BWC policy change reflects changes advocated for by APTQI and physical therapy stakeholders. - February 20, 2019 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Georgia Witkin, Ph.D. Appointed New Director of Psychological Services
Reproductive Medicine Associates of New York (RMA of New York), a global leader in state-of-the-art reproductive medicine, is pleased to announce the promotion of Georgia Witkin, Ph.D. to Director of Psychological and Wellness Services. Dr. Witkin has been practicing at RMA of New York since its... - February 20, 2019 - Reproductive Medicine Associates of New York
POM Checker: Advanced Method of Measuring Posture
Korean Medical IT Startup Team Elysium Inc. Released New Medical Device, POM Checker, for Measuring Posture. It Provides Connected Healthcare and New Medical Paradigm to Both Doctors and Patients. - February 20, 2019 - Team Elysium Inc.
Alice Palmeri, LMT Speaks on Neck Care After a Car Accident
Alice Palmeri, LMT gave a talk on February the 2nd, 2019 about neck care after a car accident. She reviewed the 5 best ways to help your neck muscles recover after a neck injury. Palmeri has a private massage practice in southeast and northwest Portland, Oregon. She spoke on neck injury and recovery because of her interest and expertise in the area. - February 20, 2019 - Alice Palmeri, LMT
MobilDrTech Announces Collaboration with QT Medical for Release of Personal 12-Lead ECG
MobilDrTech, Inc. has entered into a partnership with award winning startup QT Medical to introduce the PCA 500, the world’s most compact, wireless, 12-lead ECG system for personal use. - February 19, 2019 - MobilDrTech, Inc.
Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Catherine Logan Performs Centennial Medical Plaza’s First Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection
HCA Healthcare/HealthONE’s Centennial Medical Plaza (CMP) announced that Catherine Logan, MD, MBA, MSPT, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, performs Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections in both the clinic and OR. Dr. Logan is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine,... - February 19, 2019 - The Medical Center of Aurora
The American Association on Health and Disability's (AAHD) Call to Action to Promote the All of Us Research Program to People with Disabilities
The American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) Announces a Call to Action to People with Disabilities to Get Involved in the All of Us Research Program. - February 19, 2019 - American Association on Health and Disability
HCA Healthcare/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center Announces 2018 Q4 Employee of the Quarter
HCA Healthcare/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center has announced Sean McConnell, RN, as the 2018 Employee of the 4th Quarter. The award is part of the Swedish Excellence Awards recognition program to recognize employees who uphold the hospital standards and values every day. Sean was nominated... - February 19, 2019 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
Hear Exclusive Insights from Leading Microbiologists at SMi’s Pharmaceutical Microbiology East Coast Event
In less than 2 months time, the Pharmaceutical Microbiology East Coast conference will be returning to Boston, on April 10th and 11th 2019. - February 16, 2019 - SAE Media Group
Exclusive Insights Into the Latest Innovations at Drug Discovery Chemistry
SMi Reports: Gain the latest insights into the drug discovery field at the 3rd annual conference on Drug Discovery Chemistry, next month in London. - February 16, 2019 - SAE Media Group
SAFE App Announces "Date Responsibly" Initiative on Valentine's Day
SAFE App, which lets people privately show their verified STD status on their phone, is announcing the Date Responsibly initiative: a call to action promoting sexual health and accountability, with the goal of ending the spread of STDs and sexual assault in our lifetime. Dating apps and social... - February 15, 2019 - The SAFE Group, Inc.
A Study of Human Instincts in the 21st Century Revealed Interesting Points on Overpopulation by Eric R. Pianka from Oasis Publishers
A research paper entitled, “Can Human Instincts Be Controlled?” written by Eric R. Pianka encapsulates the holistic study of human instincts. According to the Cambridge dictionary, instinct is a natural ability that helps one decide what to do or how to act without thinking or it can... - February 15, 2019 - Oasis Publishers
Super Brush Receives ISO 13485:2016 Certification
Super Brush LLC, a manufacturing leader in foam swabs and applicators announced today that the company has earned ISO 13485:2016 certification for its quality management system. ISO 13485:2016 certification ensures an organization, such as Super Brush, can consistently meet applicable customer,... - February 15, 2019 - Super Brush LLC
Silverman Trykowski Associates Joins Developer PONTE HEALTH and the JACOBS-Led Team for the Planning and Design of Vertical Medical City
Silverman Trykowski Associates (STA) from Boston has recently joined the Vertical Medical City design team. The firm whose tag line reads “Design to the Power of Research” will participate in helping lead the project’s sustainability efforts, develop and deploy select smart interior systems, and design select architectural interiors in the facility. Vertical Medical City, facility to be built on the north end of the Business District in downtown Orlando, is slated to open in 2023. - February 14, 2019 - PONTE HEALTH GLOBAL CORP.
Local Businesses Help Texas Self Storage Association Spread the Love by Raising a Total of $1.4 Million for Shriners Hospitals for Children - Galveston
Several key, locally-owned self-storage businesses, which are members of Texas Self Storage Association, participated in raising $1.4 M for Shriners Hospitals for Children - Galveston. The hospital provides highly specialized acute, reconstructive and rehabilitative care for children with burns and other soft tissue conditions, regardless of a family’s ability to pay. Fundraising efforts continue in 2019. - February 14, 2019 - Texas Self Storage Association
House of Hope Deploys New Safety Wearable Technology
AlertGPS and House of Hope in Ft. Lauderdale have teamed up together to implement new groundbreaking innovative safety technology platform to increase the effectiveness of their outpatient treatment programs. - February 14, 2019 - AlertGPS
Human Lives Can be Saved Using Novel Multifunctional Platform - an Active Hydraulic Ventricular Attaching Support System (ASD) by Xiaohui Zhou from Oasis Publishers
Research paper published by Xiaohui Zhou entitled “Cardiac support device (ASD) delivers bone marrow stem cells repetitively to epicardium has promising curative effects in advanced heart failure.” Zhou’s work is directly related to heart failure (HF), “a common and... - February 14, 2019 - Oasis Publishers
Philadelphia Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - April 12, 2019
Future Horizons will be hosting the Philadelphia Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - April 12, 2019. - February 14, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Stop by the EMS RoadDocs IL Booth at the IMS Show 2019 Rosemont, IL
EMS Road Docs IL, an Illinois based 501c3 Corporation and medical support group, is pleased to announce that they will have a booth at the International Motorcycle Show held at the Donald A Stevens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL from February 15 to February 17, 2019. The EMS Road Docs IL will... - February 14, 2019 - EMS RoadDocs IL
HCA Healthcare/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center Hosts Double Open House
Surgery takes center stage with expansion of the hospital’s pre-procedure unit and new robotic-assisted surgical suites. - February 14, 2019 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
Patient Care Technician at HCA/HealthONE’s North Suburban Medical Center Helps Local Family in Need
Lacey Campbell, a patient care aid with North Suburban Medical Center was recognized for going above and beyond to care for a local family. Campbell was caring for a family with a newborn baby who had recently been the victim of a home robbery. The robbery had left the family without the new... - February 14, 2019 - HealthONE North Suburban Medical Center
Atlanta's Academia of Women's Health Releases Patient's Experience with MonaLisa Touch Laser Therapy
Atlanta gynecologist, Assia Stepanian shares a patient's first-hand account of her decision to pursue treatment with the MonaLisa Touch laser for menopause-related problems. - February 13, 2019 - Academia of Women's Health & Endoscopic Surgery
Revolutionary Lip Peel Unveiled at International Peeling Society’s Annual Educational Session
“Peeling Around the World” to be held on AAD’s Global Education Day. - February 13, 2019 - International Peeling Society-USA
Sanyal Biotechnology Hires IQVIA / BuzzeoPDMA DEA Compliance Group
Sanyal Bio has expanded into pre-clinical and clinical contract research on cannabinoids. Sanyal Bio currently holds a DEA Schedule 1 Import License for Cannabis Extracts and THC, with applications pending for Research, Analytical and Manufacturing licenses. IQVIA's DEA Compliance group is well-respected for their expertise and Sanyal Bio looks forward to working with this reputable group going forward. - February 13, 2019 - Sanyal Biotechnology
PatientClick Eases the Pathway to Virtual Visit
PatientClick offers innovative online telemedicine, electronic health record and practice management solutions designed and built specifically for physicians and small medical clinics. PatientClick's services are scalable so they can fit a physician's practice large or small. - February 13, 2019 - PatientClick
PatientClick Launch Taralux 3D Imaging Solution at HIMSS 2019
PatientClick offers innovative online telemedicine, electronic health record and practice management solutions designed and built specifically for physicians and small medical clinics. PatientClick's services are scalable so they can fit a physician's practice large or small. - February 13, 2019 - PatientClick
MedAware Systems to Present New Research at the Alzheimer Society International Congress
MedAware Systems, Inc. announced today that its latest research paper, entitled Effects of Donepezil (Aricept) on Cognitive Impairment in Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: Multiple Instrumentations Hinder Outcomes Assessment has been selected for presentation at the Alzheimer Society... - February 13, 2019 - Biomed Industries Inc.
Teamzy CRM Receives Endorsement from Juice Plus+ Company as the CRM of Choice for Juice Plus Distributors
Teamzy is excited to announce a new partnership with leading health and nutrition company, Juice Plus+. Teamzy is the only Direct Sales CRM endorsed by Juice Plus+. - February 12, 2019 - Teamzy Inc.
Women Uncensored: Raw Talk with Tico & Addi Takes to the Airwaves to Address Issues Facing Women of Color
In their passionate desire to support solidarity, growth and overcome issues felt within South Florida’s communities of color, Tico Armand and Addi Casseus endeavors to bring uncensored talks via a new radio broadcast titled, Women Uncensored: Raw Talks with Tico and Addi, on South... - February 12, 2019 - Women Uncensored: Raw Talk with Tico & Addi
Home Health Leaders Applaud Introduction of Legislation to Strengthen Medicare Home Health Reforms
Partnership and NAHC commend bipartisan lawmakers for introducing legislation to ensure Medicare payment reductions are based on actual changes in provider behaviors. - February 12, 2019 - Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare
Yeti & the Fox is Here. Effective Hangover Prevention That Really Works.
Yeti & The Fox, a new hangover prevention. Now you can party and avoid the pain of a hangover. Science has finally solved the age old problem of how to drink without a hangover. Simple, but amazing; Yeti & The Fox is a market defining new product. - February 11, 2019 - Yeti & The Fox