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The Y Celebrates 174 Years of "Building a Better Us"
YMCA Celebrates Anniversary - July 16, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Discovery Benefits Launches Discovery Answers™ Knowledgebase
New tool expands participant support and education options. - July 14, 2018 - Discovery Benefits
Drug-Free Tennessee Shares Its Message with All People
Drug-Free Tennessee is the local chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, and is sharing its message to all people throughout the summer. - July 14, 2018 - Drug Free South
AdvantaPure® Introduces New Case Studies on Tubing, Closures and Molded Assemblies; Each Study Describes Processing Problems, Customer Goals, and Product Solutions
Three new case studies from AdvantaPure highlight fluid transfer challenges in the biopharm and pharmaceutical industries. One study explores leak-proof container systems coupled with the goal of foam reduction. Another focuses on Single-Use molded tubing assemblies in a final fill application. The third examines how a customer decided between movable totes and two styles of clean room wall pass-through systems. - July 14, 2018 - AdvantaPure
Seizure Response Service Dog Delivered to 12-Year-Old Girl Living in Fredericksburg, VA
12-year-old girl living with epilepsy receives her very own Seizure Response Service Dog from SDWR, a nonprofit service dog organization based in Madison, VA. - July 13, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Legg Calve Perthes Foundation Welcomes Mr. Cameron Mathison, Actor and Host, as Honorary Board Member
The Legg Calve Perthes Foundation, dedicated to improving research, education, and awareness of Perthes, voted in a new Board member this month. Mr. Cameron Mathison is a well-known TV personality, host, and actor. Mathison has extensive personal experience with Perthes, living with Perthes as a... - July 13, 2018 - Legg Calve Perthes Foundation
Jiangsu ORA Diagnostics Inc. Introduced the Simplix Multi-Drug Test Cup
Simplix Multi-Drug Test Cup is one of the simplest Split and Key Cups on the markets. - July 13, 2018 - Jiangsu ORA Diagnostics Inc.
Charleston Area Medical Center Selects Meperia's Strategic Sourcing Solution
Improving efficiencies and driving savings in the supply chain & revenue cycle. - July 13, 2018 - Meperia
South Nassau Communities Hospital's CMO Named to Becker's Hospital Review List of CMOs
The list is based on individuals' experience in overseeing medical and quality affairs at their respective organizations. - July 13, 2018 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Elite Invisalign Provider Advanced Orthodontics Announces New Location in Chandler, AZ
Advanced Orthodontics, the orthodontic practice of Dr. Ben Larrabee, is expanding and opening a new location in Chandler, Arizona this summer. The new location will officially open August 27, 2018 and will offer high-tech braces and Invisalign treatment for the entire family. Their professional... - July 13, 2018 - Advanced Orthodontics
Free Health and Safety Icons Pack for Public Use Published by Pro-Sapien and Client ASCO Group
Pro-Sapien Software, specialist providers of EHS software on SharePoint and Office 365, has designed and published a pack of health and safety icons that EHS professionals can use in several ways.The pack contains 135 icon images for Mandatory, Prohibition, Warning, Fire, Emergency and Company Standards pictograms which can be used without attribution by Pro-Sapien clients and the public - July 13, 2018 - Pro-Sapien
CQRC Applauds Competitive Bidding Reform in DMEPOS Proposed Rule
The new rule proposes long-overdue changes the flawed competitive bidding program and will protect access to home respiratory therapy equipment and services. - July 12, 2018 - CQRC
Michael S. Firstenberg, MD, FACC Named Chair of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery at HCA/HealthONE’s The Medical Center of Aurora
HCA/HealthONE’s The Medical Center of Aurora (TMCA) is pleased to announce that Dr. Michael Firstenberg has accepted the role of Chair of Cardiothoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery effective July 1, 2018. - July 12, 2018 - The Medical Center of Aurora
ELVI (ELectronic VIdeoconsulting) Presented at HLTH and WeHaveAFace Conference
CompuGroup Medical's solution to tele-health. - July 12, 2018 - CompuGroup Medical
CCHC to Host 3rd Annual Back to School Health & Wellness Event in Collaboration with LA Care Health Plan
Comprehensive Community Health Centers (CCHC) is pleased to announce it has received a $5000 sponsorship from the LA Care Health Plan Regional Community Advisory Communities (RCAC) Region 4. CCHC received this support through LA Care Health Plans RCAC Community Partnership Work Plan with this... - July 12, 2018 - Comprehensive Community Health Centers (CCHC)
International Hospital Federation Awards Finalists Revealed
The 27 finalists of the 2018 International Hospital Federation (IHF) Awards have been announced. - July 12, 2018 - International Hospital Federation
White Paper Reports an Evidence-Based, Personalized Approach to Behavioral Health Management
BehavioralRx® increases patient activation; improving partial care program retention and attendance rates. - July 12, 2018 - GoMo Health
Actress and New York Times Best-Selling Author, Karen Duffy, to be a Focal Point and Consulting Producer for Documentary "Balancing the Pain Scale"
The film will detail the lives of people living with chronic pain and explore alternative treatments for pain management. - July 11, 2018 - Yellow Dog Productions
Digisonics Launches Website for Calculating Microcephaly Risk Due to Zika Virus Exposure
Digisonics launches www.zikarisk.com to provide clinicians with free resource to quickly calculate microcephaly risk due to Zika Virus exposure based on Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine guidelines. - July 11, 2018 - Digisonics
MITA Applauds New Research Showing Effectiveness of High Intensity Focused Ultrasound in Treating Prostate Cancer
Five-Year, multicenter study of UK cancer prostate patients reveals the clinical benefits and reduced side effects of HIFU - July 09, 2018 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance
depression2extinction Announces New Executive Director
Amanda Gibbs joins the d2e team to eliminate the stigma of depression. - July 08, 2018 - Depression2Extinction
Elderwerks Education and Resource Fair: Planning to and Through Retirement
Join Elderwerks Educational Services at McHenry County College on August 8th from 8:00 am until 3:00 pm for a free senior fair. There will be educational classes, 85+ local resources, free Starbucks coffee, donuts, live music, free lunch for the first 400 attendees and more. - July 07, 2018 - Elderwerks Educational Services
MITA Calls for Special Consideration for Medical Imaging Devices and Components Covered by China Tariffs
Timely and Robust Exemption Process Needed to Prevent $138 Million Loss - July 07, 2018 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance
Association Posts Videos from 2018 Medicare National Industry Summit
Sessions and keynote addresses from the National Medicare Supplement insurance industry conference are now available for viewing via the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance's website. The 28 sessions are in addition to the recently posted videos from AAMSI's agent Sales Summit. - July 07, 2018 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
New Book Release: "Heal Emotional Eating For Good"
The ground-breaking new book, "Heal Emotional Eating For Good" is released on Amazon.com to inspire women to break free of diets and focus on healing instead. - July 06, 2018 - KLS Global Ltd
Massageaholic.com Launches Platform for Booking a Stress-Busting Massage Whenever You Want It
Massageaholic.com booking service aims to help Americans experience a more connected body, mind and spirit. This service gives users the ability to find the best possible massage therapy in any US city – all at the click of a button. It instantly sends a message directly to salons near to a user’s home or workplace. The message includes an inquiry into specific therapies, the availability and prices. No need to telephone, email or use a search engine. - July 05, 2018 - Massageaholic
Comphy Launches Stain-Resistant Child’s Bath Coverup
Comphy, the leader in luxury linens for home and spa, has announced their latest product, a signature soft Child’s Bath Coverup as an extension of their Comphy Baby line. The Child’s Coverup is made from Comphy’s twill fabric, which is used for their famously soft sheet sets. All... - July 05, 2018 - The Comphy Company
New Revolutionary Oral Health & Beauty Boutique, Mod Mouth Opens in North Jersey, Offering Clear Aligners, Teeth Whitening & Oral Hygiene/Beauty Products
Mod Mouth, a revolutionary oral health and beauty boutique specializing in clear aligners, teeth whitening services, and unique oral hygiene and beauty products, is opening in Mahwah this week. Founded by renowned NYC aesthetic dentists Dr. Gary Davidowitz and his son Dr. Steven Davidowitz, Mod... - July 05, 2018 - Mod Mouth
New Guidance from Intertronics – How to Specify a Dispensing Robot to Increase Quality and Cut Costs
As selection of a dispensing robot is sometimes a daunting task, Intertronics, a specialist adhesives and dispensing company, has compiled a short piece of guidance on how to specify a dispensing robot. - July 05, 2018 - Intertronics
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Joins the Fight Against Sarcoma by Sponsoring Upcoming “Rock the Cause” Event
The Institute for Limb Preservation (ILP), in partnership with Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute (Sarah Cannon) at Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center (P/SL), is proud to sponsor “Rock the Cause Sarcoma Awareness,” an event geared to raise funds and awareness for the Sarcoma... - July 04, 2018 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
SocksLane Hits 800 Positive Reviews on Amazon
Company achieves the top rating in the category and highest average customer rank - July 04, 2018 - SocksLane
Brite Smiles Publishes a New YouTube Video
Brite Smiles Dental Care in Apple Valley, has just published a new YouTube video introducing the public to Brite Smiles. - July 04, 2018 - Brite Smiles Dental Care
GCAM Hosts First Career Fair for New Plasma Center in Pasco, WA
GCAM, Inc. will host its first career fair in Pasco, WA July 27th, and 28th at the Red Lion Hotel Pasco to build its team for its new plasma center. - July 04, 2018 - GCAM, Inc.
HCA/HealthONE's The Medical Center of Aurora: Pioneering Spine Surgery
The Medical Center of Aurora (TMCA) is among the first hospitals in Colorado to begin using a new bone graft tool to achieve better patient outcomes in spinal fusions. TMCA spine surgeon, Stephen Pehler, MD, is conducting minimally invasive spinal fusion procedures using the new device and in the process increasing patient success rates for spinal fusions from the national average of 75% to 92%. - July 03, 2018 - The Medical Center of Aurora
Diabetic Alert Dog Delivered to 15-Year-Old Girl with Type 1 Diabetes in Rockford, IL
Today, Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, or "SDWR," delivered a very special, custom trained Diabetic Alert Dog to a 15-year-old girl in Rockford, IL. - July 03, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Doña Media Launches Breakthrough 2-Way Video Fitness Apps "Rise & Shine"
Doña Media launches innovative new platform for Yoga and Core Fitness Professionals. Available now for San Francisco, CA and Panama City, Panama. - July 02, 2018 - Dona Media
BEHALE Organic Oils Website Launches with 17 Products to Promote Healthy Living
Behale is a company dedicated to supplying quality organic oils. They have 17 products available for purchase. Patrons can visit www.behaleorganics.com and find out how their 100% USDA Certified organic oils can enrich their lives. Viewers can also view the Behale photo gallery to learn more about the source of their Organic Oil, read Behale's About page to learn about the company's mission and values, and discover how Behale gives back to the African Organic Oil industry. - July 02, 2018 - Behale, Inc.
Avant Healthcare Professionals Launches New Website
Avant Healthcare Professionals, the premier staffing provider of internationally experienced registered nurses and allied health professionals, is pleased to announce the launch of their new corporate website. Developed in accordance with the latest web standards and best practices,... - July 02, 2018 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
Church of Scientology Says Drug Abuse Can Only be Prevented by Working Together
The Church of Scientology in partnership with Drug-Free Tennessee, held a breakfast meeting on drug prevention for International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. - July 01, 2018 - Drug Free South
Custom Trained Diabetic Alert Dog Delivered to Woman with Type 1 Diabetes in Ankeny, IA
A woman in Ankeny, Iowa, received a very special delivery of a Diabetic Alert Service Dog from Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers, or "SDWR," a 501(c)3 Nonprofit Organization based in Madison, Virginia. - June 30, 2018 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Videos from Association's 2018 Medicare Supplement Sales Summit Made Available
Videos of sessions filmed at the 2018 National Medicare Supplement & Senior Insurance Products Sales Summit have been made available online from the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - June 30, 2018 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
MADE OF Debuts Direct-to-Consumer, Certified Organic & Made in America Baby-care Products on America’s Birthday
MADE OF, the personal care company that’s changing the way new parents evaluate and purchase their baby products, is announcing availability of its new product line along with a campaign to challenge the way “natural” products are marketed. MADE OF debuted to retail partners earlier this year at Natural Products Expo where it took home the Editor’s Choice NEXTY Award in Natural Personal Care. MADE OF was also the first company to successfully certify to the NSF Organic Standard. - June 29, 2018 - MADE OF
Warp United Release VLK-3R1 RFID Triage Tags for Mass Casualty Incident
The VLK-3R1 RFID Triage Tag for Mass Casualty Incident brings Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to the Internet of Things era. - June 29, 2018 - Warp United Scientific Co., Ltd.
Devon MD Announces Distribution Partnership with Wound Management Technologies for HemaQuell® Resorbable Bone Hemostat
New partnership expands Devon MD’s product footprint and global growth strategy. - June 29, 2018 - Devon MD
Dakota Dental Provides Dental Implant to Korean War Veteran
Dakota Dental provided a dental implant, crown, and a new smile to a local veteran. - June 29, 2018 - Dakota Dental
SocksLane Compression Appoints New Customer Satisfaction Manager
Leading compression socks manufacturer expands its customer service department to reach out to its customers SocksLane announced today Chuck Johns as its new Customer Satisfaction Manager. The position was created to better deal with the increasing volume of clients. Chuck Johns worked previously... - June 29, 2018 - SocksLane
Population Health Alliance Welcomes New Members
The Population Health Alliance, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the principles of population health, announced today that it has welcomed Independent Health, Zipongo, Turn-Key Health and Innovaccer Inc. as members to its growing association. PHA members work in a... - June 29, 2018 - Population Health Alliance
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center Performs Cutting Edge Minimally Invasive Bone Cancer Surgery
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center (P/SL) is pleased to have performed the 3rd percutaneous (minimally invasive) acetabular reconstruction in the U.S. to treat metastatic bone cancer of the pelvis. There are approximately 250,000 people in the U.S. with metastatic bone cancer (cancer... - June 28, 2018 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
How Preparation Can Help Beat Cancer
Cancer patients and their families often experience financial and emotional stress on the road to recovery. There are more than 50 financial and legal resources to help minimize their financial pressure. Emotional anxiety can be reduced by understanding cancer-related information, including stages of cancer, tests, and types of treatments. Living Life Academy has opened enrollment in their course, “How Preparation Can Help Beat Cancer,” to answer many of the questions cancer patients ask. - June 28, 2018 - Living Life Academy
Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. Recruits Jonathan Krieger as Director of Sales Northeast for Fabuwood Cabinetry
Joseph McElmeel, Chairman and CEO of executive search firm Brooke Chase Associates, Inc., is pleased to announce the successful recruitment of Jonathan Krieger as Director of Sales Northeast with Fabuwood Cabinetry. - June 28, 2018 - Brooke Chase Associates, Inc.