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Center for Adoption Support and Education Received Accreditation of Its Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) from the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE)
The Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE) accredited the Center for Adoption Support (C.A.S.E)’s Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) program for a five-year period through 11/20/2025, making TAC part of an elite group of certificate programs dedicated to public protection and... - November 19, 2020 - Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.)
Recognition of Wisconsin Pediatricians: Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WIAAP) presented awards to deserving pediatricians and community members for their lifetime work and during the calendar year 2019. - November 01, 2020 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Volasertib, a Potential New Treatment for Rhabdomyosarcoma, Receives Orphan Drug Designation from the U.S. FDA
Oncoheroes Biosciences, a biotech focused on advancing new therapies for childhood cancer, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) to volasertib for its use in treating pediatric rhabdomyosarcoma and other rare soft tissue sarcomas. Key... - October 15, 2020 - Oncoheroes Biosciences Inc.
Helping Students Get Into and Through Physician Assistant School Seems to Have Gotten a Little Easier Thanks to This New Company
The number one most subscribed video producer of PA related content in the world, Adanna Hackett, PA-C (Adanna The PA), has partnered with the industry leading producer of test prep and question banks, Dr. Adam Rosh (Rosh Review) to create a unique and exciting online platform called, Get That C University to help Pre PA Students and PA Students get into and through PA School. - October 06, 2020 - Get That C University
FDA Grants Rare Pediatric Disease Designation (RPDD) to Volasertib for Rhabdomyosarcoma
Oncoheroes Biosciences, a biotech focused on advancing new therapies for childhood cancer, is pleased to announce that the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted the designation of rare pediatric disease to volasertib, an investigational treatment for rhabdomyosarcoma. Key... - September 25, 2020 - Oncoheroes Biosciences Inc.
Your Kids Urgent Care to Open in New Providence, New Jersey
Florida-based Your Kids Urgent Care plans to open in New Providence, New Jersey offering a variety of pediatric services and after hour care. - September 04, 2020 - Your Kid's Urgent Care
Natural Medilube® Offers Ultra-Safe Lubricant to Fertility Clinics & Birthing Centers; Expectant Moms Can Now Protect Their Own Health & That of Their Newborns
Natural Medilube® offers a solution to a major health crisis at fertility clinics and birthing centers across North America that are using paraben-laced and petroleum-based lubricants on pregnant and TTC (Trying to Conceive) moms. Natural Medilube is 100%-plant-based and completely free of all petroleum, parabens and fragrances, thereby, promoting a healthy vaginal biome. - August 27, 2020 - Natural Medilube
UCLA and the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation (PCRF) Kick Off Annual “Dribble for the Cure” with Urgent Call for Public to Help Save Lives of Children with Cancer
An annual event that raises money for children's cancer research is going virtual. - August 12, 2020 - Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation
FDA's New Arsenic Guidelines Fail to Protect Babies from Neurological Impact
The 100 ppb limit suggested, released today, did not consider IQ loss or other forms of neurological impact, allowed cancer risks far outside of protective limits, and failed to account for children who have unusually high exposures to arsenic in rice. - August 05, 2020 - Healthy Babies Bright Futures
Millions of Children Continue to Benefit from Positive Experiences at Camps with Implications for Back to School
More than 3,000 day and overnight camps nationwide ran in-person programs with positive outcomes for families and significant insights for schools. - August 05, 2020 - American Camp Association
Touchstone Health Services Providing COVID-19 Blitz Testing to the Community on Saturdays
Touchstone Health Services will conduct a COVID-19 Testing Blitz in Maricopa County from 8 a.m. to noon for the next four Saturdays, Aug. 8, 15, 22 and 29. Patients can pre-register online, which will save time processing in-line, at https://www.touchstonehs.org. - August 05, 2020 - Touchstone Health Services
Readers of Colorado Parent Magazine Select Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children as Family Favorite Hospital for the 4th Year in a Row
Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children (RMHC) has been voted Family Favorite by the readers of Colorado Parent Magazine for the fourth year in a row. RMHC is a part of HealthONE and the Continental Division of HCA Healthcare. "Our Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children teams are humbled to be... - July 29, 2020 - Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children
Nonprofit Releases 2019 Dog Bite Fatality Statistics - Attacks and Adult Victims Rise and Trends from the 15-Year Data Set
In 2019, canines killed 48 Americans, the highest annual death count on record. Several other new records were also set in 2019: victims in the 30-49 age group outnumbered the 0-4 age group for the first time, multi-dog attacks comprised 63% of deaths and off-property attacks soared 75% above the 14-year average. - July 16, 2020 - DogsBite.org Incorporated
Thalassaemia International Federation and Hemanext® Inc. Announce New Strategic Alliance
Organizations create partnership to support the needs of people living with hemoglobin disorders. - June 11, 2020 - Hemanext
Reach Out and Read Welcomes New Board Members
Key appointments including CEO and Executive Vice President of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Mark DelMonte join the Reach Out and Read National Board of Directors to help promote early childhood literacy for nearly 5 million children in the United States. - May 16, 2020 - Reach Out and Read
Comedians Help Boy with Neuroblastoma
Zoom for Owen - April 23, 2020 - SMILES FOR MILES
PHIT America Launches "50 Million Healthy Kids" Campaign with Online Petition
One Million American Signatures Needed to Create More Active Kids, Place Fitness Programs Back in Schools - April 21, 2020 - PHIT America
Immunostics Launches Two Rapid COVID-19 Ab Test Platforms - AFIAS and iChroma COVID-19 Ab Tests
Both AFIAS and iChroma COVID-19 Point-of-Care Tests Detect the Novel Coronavirus within 10 Minutes using a whole blood, serum or plasma sample. - April 13, 2020 - Immunostics Inc.
AlignLife Chiropractic Care Continues to be an Essential Healthcare Resource Amidst the COVID-19 Global Pandemic
AlignLife Chiropractic Clinics Nationwide Remain Open - March 31, 2020 - AlignLife - Chiropractic & Natural Health Center
FDA Clears Aluna Asthma Management Platform for Consumer Sale & Use; Aluna Designed in Consultation with Physicians to Measure Lung Health at Home & on the Go
FDA clearance of Aluna, a portable digital spirometer that provides respiratory health insights. - March 28, 2020 - Aluna
New White Paper from Percussion Play Explores the Positive Effects of Intergenerational Music-Making
Percussion Play, the leading outdoor musical instrument specialist, have published their latest White Paper "Play, Percussion and 'Post-Age' Pedagogy: The Positive Effects of Intergenerational Music-Making." - March 07, 2020 - Percussion Play Ltd.
Four Rose Medical Center Units Recognized for Nursing Excellence, Including Rose NICU Named #1 NICU in HCA Healthcare
NICU, Stapleton ER, ICU & Surgical Services-Recovery Units Honored by HCA Healthcare - February 29, 2020 - Rose Medical Center
Cribs for Kids® Honors More Than 20 Women at 2020 Women of Achievement Awards
Nonprofit celebrates Pittsburgh women making a difference at 15th annual ceremony. - February 26, 2020 - Cribs for Kids
Colorado’s First Behavioral Health Unit for Women Opens
HealthONE announced, today, the opening of a dedicated Women’s Unit at their Behavioral Health and Wellness Center. The first of its kind unit, located at The Medical Center of Aurora (TMCA) North Campus, is focused on caring for women throughout their journey to emotional... - February 21, 2020 - The Medical Center of Aurora
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Troutville, VA
Charlie, a 4-year-old little boy from Troutville, VA, received a very special delivery today of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Charlie’s service dog, Onyx, will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Charlie’s parents are looking forward... - February 16, 2020 - Service Dogs by SDWR
HCA Healthcare/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center Celebrates Burn Awareness Week
This year’s theme from the American Burn Association is "Contact Burns - Hot Surfaces Damage Skin!" - February 02, 2020 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
MedBiome Licenses the RapidAIM Technology Targeting the Microbiome to Improve Human Health
MedBiome accelerates the development of drugs targeting the gut microbiome. The RapidAIM technology enables rapid screening of the effects of compounds on live individual human microbiomes in 96 well plates. - January 30, 2020 - MedBiome
Maine Skiers and Snowboarders to Hit the Slopes to Benefit Children Fighting Cancer
This Friday, January 31st, skiers and snowboarders will gather to compete in the annual Moonlight Challenge at Shawnee Peak to raise funds for the Maine Children’s Cancer Program (MCCP). - January 29, 2020 - MCCP
The Mommie Series Announces San Antonio as First Expansion City
Popular Houston-based event series for women set for early 2020 launch in South Texas. - January 23, 2020 - The Mommie Series
Miss America to Speak at the 2020 National Conference and Trade Show of the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA)
Miss America 2020, Camille Schrier, will speak at the NDASA 2020 National Conference in Jacksonville, Florida March 9-11. - January 22, 2020 - National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association
The International Division of The MAGIC Foundation®, ICOSEP Welcomes MAGIC Africa to Their Network
ICOSEP welcomes MAGIC Africa to their network of organizations. The network is comprised of patient organizations, professional societies and volunteers, who are uniting their voices for endocrine awareness. - January 17, 2020 - ICOSEP
Origin Wireless™ to Accelerate Innovation in the Healthcare Industry
Origin Health™ utilizes indoor WiFi to enable next generation digital healthcare. - December 19, 2019 - Origin Wireless
ABCD Eat Right Launches KidsVs Challenge in Boca Raton, Florida to Promote Lifelong Healthy Habits in Children
ABCD Eat Right launches a six week challenge aimed to promote lifelong healthy habits that follow participants from childhood through adulthood. The fun-ducational course addresses topics such as nutrition, mindfulness, physical fitness, and behavior in an exciting and engaging way. - December 18, 2019 - ABCD Eat Right
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family Located at Travis Air Force Base, CA
Landin, a 12-year-old boy from Travis Air Force Base, CA, received a very special delivery of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Landin's service dog, Healy, will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Landin's parents are looking forward to having... - December 07, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Fusion Medical Staffing Celebrates Christmas with Angels Among Us, Helping Families with Pediatric Cancer
The holidays are a time of giving and making a difference in your community. That is not lost on Fusion Medical Staffing. This year, Fusion Medical Staffing has partnered with Angels Among Us, a local organization committed to helping families suffering from pediatric cancer. When a child is... - December 06, 2019 - Fusion Medical Staffing
HCA Healthcare/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center Physician Offers Thanksgiving Holiday Burn Safety Tips
For cooks in the kitchen, there are several simple steps to make sure the holidays remain festive. - November 27, 2019 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Aleck, a 9-year-old boy from Idaho Falls, ID received a very special delivery of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Aleck’s service dog, Walter, will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Aleck’s parents are looking forward to having... - November 20, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
MobilDrTech to Launch Low-Cost Telemedicine Exam Cam / ENT Kit for RNK Products
No longer do telemedicine providers need to spend thousands for a decent general examination camera. MobilDrTech, in collaboration with RNK Products, is pleased to introduce the RExCam Kit, RNK's new examination camera kit and finished USB Exam Cams. - November 18, 2019 - MobilDrTech, Inc.
HCA/HealthONE’s Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center Receives Ninth Consecutive "A" Grade in Leapfrog Hospital Safety
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center (P/SL) was awarded its ninth consecutive "A" in fall 2019 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing achievements protecting patients from harm and providing safer healthcare. - November 13, 2019 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
SDWR Honors Fallen Officer by Naming Future Service Dog in His Honor
Service Dogs by SDWR has a mission to provide specially-bred dogs for individuals of all ages with invisible disabilities like Diabetes, PTSD, Autism and Seizure Disorder. In addition to the nearly 600 working dogs already placed, there are several hundred more actively enrolled in SDWR’s... - November 08, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
SDWR Delivers Diabetic Alert Dog to Lucky Boy in Torrington, CT
Logan, a 13-year-old boy in Torrington, CT, received a very special delivery today of his very own Diabetic Alert Service Dog from SDWR. Based in Madison, Virginia, SDWR has a mission to provide specially-bred and trained dogs for people of all ages that struggle with living with invisible... - November 05, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Diabetic Alert Dog Delivered by Service Dogs by SDWR to Lucky Woman from Homer, NY
Alyson is an 18-year-old college student who enjoys track, cross country as well as college events. Alyson also has had to endure the daily struggle of living with Type 1 Diabetes. Alyson’s service dog, Nelson, will be able to accompany her everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities... - November 01, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Owlet Baby Care Announces Dream Lab™: An Innovative, Personalized Video Sleep Course for Infants
First-of-its-Kind Sleep Learning Course Teaches Baby to Sleep Through the Night Quickly - October 31, 2019 - Owlet Baby Care
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Valdez, Alaska
Eathan, a 9-year-old boy from Valdez, Alaska, received a very special delivery today of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Eathan's service dog, Gwen, will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Eathan's parents are looking forward to having additional... - October 26, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Vinton, VA
Taylin, a 3-year-old little boy from Vinton, VA, received a very special delivery today of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Taylin's service dog, Conrad, will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Taylin's parents are looking forward to having... - October 24, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Diabetic Alert Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Lithia, FL
Ryan is a 14 year old who enjoys playing basketball. Ryan also has had to endure the daily struggle of living with Type 1 Diabetes. Ryan's service dog, Keesee,will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Diabetes affects Ryan's independence. He often... - October 16, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
IDI Consulting Raises Blood Cancer Awareness & Funds Through Light The Night Walk
Local IT consulting company participates in fourth year of fundraising efforts for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. - October 12, 2019 - IDI Consulting
An Individualized Path to Healing Through Equine Therapy
How Horses Healed a Mother and Her Son After a Devastating Loss - October 11, 2019 - Elijah's Path to Healing Foundation
Bleuet Introduces “This Bra Gives” Bleum Bra in Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
15% of Each Pink Bleum Bra for Tween & Teen Girls Purchase Donated to Susan G. Komen Treatment Assistance Fund. - October 02, 2019 - Bleuet
Delta 9 Summits Presents Medical Cannabis Patient Therapies and Wellness Summit, Industry Speakers Massachusetts State Representative and Patient Advocacy Alliance
Delta 9 Summits announces a First of Its Kind "Medical Cannabis-Based Therapies and Wellness" event Educating Healthcare Providers and Professionals. Hear from Mass State Rep. David LeBoeuf and Nichole Snow, Mass Patient Advocacy Alliance discuss House Bill H.3875 "An Act relative to insurance coverage of medicinal cannabis." - September 12, 2019 - Delta 9 Summits LLC