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Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center Achieves Healthgrades 2022 Labor and Delivery Excellence Award™
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center (P/SL) today announced that it has been recognized by Healthgrades as a 2022 Labor and Delivery Excellence Award™ recipient. This distinction places P/SL among the top 10% of hospitals evaluated for overall labor and delivery care by Healthgrades,... - August 08, 2022 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
Healthgrades Names Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center as Top 5% of U.S. Hospitals for Outstanding Patient Experience
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center announced today that it has achieved the Healthgrades 2022 Outstanding Patient Experience Award™. This distinction places Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center among the top 5 percent of hospitals nationwide for patient experience,... - August 08, 2022 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
Peptineo, LLC Selected by EPA to Provide EPA Nationwide Coverage for Point of Care (POC) COVID-19 Testing
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Cincinnati Acquisition Division (CAD), has awarded Peptineo LLC, an emerging aerospace, health services, and defense solutions company, a three-year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to support a comprehensive COVID-19 testing program in support of the... - August 07, 2022 - Peptineo
Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. Recruits Frank Bojdo as Director of Product Management and Design with eLoghomes
Joseph McElmeel, Chairman and CEO of executive search firm Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. is pleased to announce the successful recruitment, by its Executive Recruiter Rick Mohrman, of Frank Bojdo as Director of Product Management and Design with eLoghomes. - August 06, 2022 - Brooke Chase Associates, Inc.
Hemanext Announces Publication of Hypoxic Blood Storage Study in Blood Advances
Research shows that hypoxic storage preserves faster oxygen unloading from red blood cells compared to standard conditions. - August 05, 2022 - Hemanext
NoviSign Digital Signage Japan Deploys On-Prem Screens to Improve Cat Adoptions and Donations in Japan
Tokyo Cat Guardian, a pet rescue organization, implements digital signage to improve communications around cat adoption - August 05, 2022 - NoviSign
onDiem and ADAA Announce Partnership
onDiem is excited to announce a strategic partnership with the American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA). This collaborative partnership will have a significant impact across the entire dental echo system. At the core of this partnership is a mutual commitment to support dental assistants in thriving in their careers by providing access to resources, continuing education, and career development opportunities. - August 05, 2022 - American Dental Assistants Association
Controversies & Conversations Symposium Returns In-Person for Aesthetic Surgeons
Over 50 leading experts return to guide unfiltered discussions at this 2.5-day event managed by Solutions for Association Management, Inc. - August 05, 2022 - Solutions for Association Management, Inc.
Coffee Shop and Psychotherapist Bring Happiness to Bicester
A new project in Bicester aims to improve mental health and wellbeing amongst Oxfordshire residents. Happier Bicester offers free happiness workshops and low-cost psychotherapy/counselling for locals, led by trained psychotherapist and happiness facilitator, Laura Duester. Happiness workshops... - August 05, 2022 - LD Therapy
Reiki Level I and II Certification Classes Offered at Seastar Wellness Studio
Reiki is an easy-to-learn energy healing technique that promotes relaxation, and reduces stress. Rei, is a Japanese word meaning “universal,” and ki, refers to life force energy. The practice can be used for healing the self and others, and practitioners (Level I & II) can participate in complementary medicine programs in hospitals and hospice programs. This program is being presented at the Seastar Wellness Studio in Old Saybrook, CT. - August 05, 2022 - Seastar Wellness Studio, LLC
Melissa Empowers Political Candidates to Boost Campaign Efforts with Comprehensive Data
Augmenting limited voter registration data drives stronger engagement with constituents based on voter sentiment and affiliations. - August 05, 2022 - Melissa SG
Propper Manufacturing Company Awarded the Sterilization Assurance Agreement with Premier, Inc.
Propper Manufacturing Company has been awarded a group purchasing agreement for Sterilization Assurance with Premier, Inc. Effective October 1, 2022, the new agreement allows Premier members, at their discretion, to take advantage of special pricing and terms pre-negotiated by Premier for... - August 04, 2022 - Propper Manufacturing Company
James Sloan Confident He is Gaining Ground Going Into Today's Primary for Tennessee HR District 63
According to sources, early voting numbers appear to be down from previous mid-term elections the past two cycles; however, James Sloan is confident he is gaining ground in the race for Tennessee House of Representatives District 63. District 63 is the legislative seat being vacated by Glen... - August 04, 2022 - Campaign for Sloan for TN
Lymphatic Massage for Health and Wellness at Body in Balance
More and more we hear the health news that plagues us, cancer and other inflammatory diseases are on the rise. Fact is, we live in a toxic world, much of which is not under our control. Lymphatic drainage massage is a tool used to help the body's natural process rid toxins from the body. - August 04, 2022 - Body in Balance Massage Therapy
Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. Recruits Sheri Gold, CKD, ASID IP, CLIPP as Executive Director for BKBG (Bath & Kitchen Business Group), a Division of Cohn Communications
Joseph McElmeel, Chairman and CEO of executive search firm Brooke Chase Associates, Inc., is pleased to announce the successful recruitment of Sheri Gold as Executive Director with BKBG/ Cohn Communications by Gina Felicita, Researcher/Recruiter. - August 04, 2022 - Brooke Chase Associates, Inc.
James Sloan, a Candidate for Tennessee HR District 63, Pledges Protection of State Lands and Expansion of Green Spaces and State Recreational Areas
James Sloan, a candidate for Tennessee House of Representatives District 63, is pledging future legislative for protection of Tennessee state lands, expansion of green spaces, agricultural set aside from development, and expansion of state of Tennessee recreational areas if elected to the state House. - August 03, 2022 - Campaign for Sloan for TN
NY Health Welcomes Urologist Raymond Khargi, MD
New York Health (NYHealth), the premier practice of primary and specialty care, is proud to announce the addition of board-certified urologist Raymond Khargi, MD. - August 03, 2022 - New York Health
New California Health Interview Survey (CHIS) COVID-19 Estimates Show Unvaccinated Adults Least Likely to Wear a Mask, Engage in Risk Reduction Behaviors
The UCLA Center for Health Policy Research's California Health Interview Survey has released preliminary COVID-19 estimates from April 2022, including responses to questions on risk reduction behaviors, such as masking, following state guidelines, and gathering with people outside their households; experience with long COVID; reasons for not being vaccinated or getting the booster; personal and financial impacts, such as reduction in hours, job loss, trouble paying bills; and more. - August 03, 2022 - UCLA Center for Health Policy Research
Dr. Shalon’s Maternal Action Project Announces the Appointment of Dr. Ndidiamaka Amutah-Onukagha to Its Board of Directors
Dr. Shalon’s Maternal Action Project (DSMAP), a national leader in maternal health, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ndidiamaka Amutah-Onukagha, PhD, MPH, CHES to its Board of Directors. “I am ecstatic that Dr. Ndidi is joining our team. I met her several years ago through my... - August 02, 2022 - Dr. Shalon’s Maternal Action Project
Lawsuit.org Uncovers the Unbearable Travel Burdens for Women in Texas Seeking Legal Abortion (Study)
Lawsuit.org has done analysis to better understand the likely travel times for women in Texas seeking a legal abortion out of state. Eastern Texas has travel times exceeding 7 hours with many areas requiring 10 or more hours to get to the nearest neighboring state's abortion clinic. Hundreds of dollars and multi-day trips are now required simply to get to a legal abortion for many Texans. - August 02, 2022 - Lawsuit.org
James Sloan Says a "Yes Vote" Will Give the Voters the Most Conservative State Candidate in Tennessee HR District 63 Race, Solidifying the People's Choice
A Yes Vote for James Sloan as a candidate for House of Representatives will give Williamson County the most conservative candidate to serve in the Tennessee State legislature and solidify the people's choice, according to Sloan's Campaign staffers. - August 02, 2022 - Campaign for Sloan for TN
Tim Wintz and Jarett Greenside Promoted to Senior Vice Presidents of Radiology for NY Imaging Specialists
NY Imaging Specialists announced today the appointments of Tim Wintz and Jarett Greenside to Senior Vice Presidents of Radiology. - August 02, 2022 - New York Imaging Specialists
Catholic Charities Appoints New Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Ellen Hammerle, Visionary Human Services Leader & Social Justice Advocate
Catholic Charities of San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin Counties is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Ellen Hammerle, JD, Ph.D., and LMFT to Chief Executive Officer starting August 1, 2022. Appointed by the Catholic Charities Board of Directors, Dr. Hammerle moves from her role as Vice... - August 01, 2022 - Catholic Charities of San Francisco, San Mateo, & Marin
Suffolk OB/GYN Joins New York Health
Suffolk Obstetrics & Gynecology (Suffolk OB/GYN), a comprehensive women's health practice with locations in Smithtown, Patchogue, Port Jefferson, and Wading River, has officially joined New York Health’s (NY Health) growing network of specialty care providers. The practice name will not... - August 01, 2022 - New York Health
Experienced Gynecologic Oncologist Albert J. Steren, MD, FACOG, Joins Maryland Oncology Hematology
An accomplished and respected Dr. Steren is a surgeon with over 30 years of experience in gynecology and gynecologic oncology, joins the Rockville division of Maryland Oncology Hematology. - August 01, 2022 - Maryland Oncology Hematology
Life Raft Group Holds Biennial Life Fest Convention July 29-31
The Life Raft Group will hold its 10th biennial Life Fest convention on July 29-31 at the Hyatt Regency, New Orleans, Louisiana. Life Fest is a unique event that provides an opportunity for patients with GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor) and their caregivers to gather in a forum where they have... - July 31, 2022 - The Life Raft Group
Pennsylvania Veterinarian, Dr. Elizabeth McKinstry Contributes to Book, “Shamrock’s Story," About Canine Cognitive Dysfunction
"Shamrock's Story," about one dogs journey through dementia has interviews with over 50 experts, including Pennsylvania veterinarian, Dr. Elizabeth McKinstry - July 31, 2022 - Golden Quill Press
Digital Detox with minimalist phone – QQ Labs Company Launches the App Improving Mental Health
The phone app minimalist phone has surpassed 350,000 downloads as of July 2022, with over 50% of downloads coming from North America. - July 30, 2022 - minimalist phone
Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. Recruits Jay Sarver as Vice President Sales – KT Pacer, a Kentucky Trailer Company
Joseph McElmeel, Chairman and CEO of executive search firm Brooke Chase Associates, Inc. is pleased to announce the successful recruitment, by its Executive Recruiter Rick Mohrman, of Jay Sarver as Vice President Sales – KT Pacer, a Kentucky Trailer company. - July 30, 2022 - Brooke Chase Associates, Inc.
CareSmartz360 Releases New Software Updates to Ease Non-Medical Senior Care
CareSmartz360, the home care agency software, is advancing the non-medical industry by releasing new software updates. These software enhancements are desirable for agency owners and caregivers as they help increase accessibility and ease of use. Developers are continuously taking steps to keep... - July 30, 2022 - Caresmartz, Inc.
Home Health Leaders Applaud House Introduction of Bipartisan Preserving Access to Home Health Act
Representatives Sewell & Buchanan Introduce Bill to Delay Implementation of Medicare Cuts to Home Health Services in 2023 - July 28, 2022 - Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare
APTQI Joins More Than 100 Organizations on Letter to Congressional Leadership Urging Action to Address Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Cuts
Medicare again proposed deep, across-the-board payment cuts to physical, occupational, and speech therapy services despite broad opposition from lawmakers and healthcare stakeholders - July 28, 2022 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Avant Healthcare Professionals Publishes Results of 2022 Trends in Nurse Staffing Study
Avant Healthcare Professionals, the premier staffing provider of internationally experienced nursing and allied health professionals, today announced the release of its newly published “2022 Trends in Nurse Staffing Study,” which analyzes the state of nurse staffing and identifies the... - July 28, 2022 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
Securisyn Medical Awarded Phase II of NIH $1.95M SBIR Fast-Track Grant Partnership
Securisyn Medical announces the Phase II award of its Phase I/II Fast-Track Small Business Innovation Research grant by the Eunice Kennedy National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD). This Phase II award further supports Securisyn Medical’s development and clinical testing of its novel neonatal and pediatric endotracheal securement devices. This grant award is in partnership between Securisyn Medical, MinnHealth, and CHLA. - July 28, 2022 - Securisyn Medical
Endolumik Receives Patent for Their Near-Infrared Surgical Technology Designed to Make Minimally Invasive Procedures Safer
Patent covers surgical devices using Near Infrared (NIR) for measurement and visualization. - July 28, 2022 - Endolumik, Inc.
Avant Healthcare Professionals Receives Silver Honors at the 19th Annual Service Industry Advertising Awards
Avant Healthcare Professionals, the premier staffing provider of internationally experienced nursing and allied health professionals, announced its recipient of dual honors in the 19th Annual Service Industry Advertising Awards (SIAA). The company earned silver-level distinctions in the “Annual Report” category for its 2021 “Trends in Nurse Staffing Study” and “E-Publication” category for its “Understanding Violence and Aggression in the Nursing Profession” e-book. - July 28, 2022 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
Avant Healthcare Professionals Featured on NPR and National News
Avant Healthcare Professionals Vice Presidents Lesley Hamilton-Powers and Brian Hudson recently sat down for an interview about hiring more international nurses for short-staffed hospitals in the U.S. The article has been featured on NPR, Kaiser Health News, The CT Mirror, Becker's Hospital Review, and Fox News. - July 28, 2022 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
Avant Healthcare Professionals Achieves ANCC Accreditation for Nursing Continuing Professional Development
Avant Healthcare Professionals announced that it received Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This accreditation reinforces the company’s commitment to using evidence-based criteria when developing high-quality educational activities that promote the professional growth of its nurses. - July 28, 2022 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
IVI and AcademyHealth Launch Project to Improve Measurement of Patient Healthcare Costs
Ensuring meaningful change in value assessment means recognizing the full economic impacts of serious health conditions on patients and caregivers. - July 27, 2022 - Innovation and Value Initiative
The Mom’s Choice Awards Names Ardo Among the Best in Family-Friendly Products
Ardo medical is honored to announce that the Ardo Alyssa breast pump has earned the prestigious Mom’s Choice Award®. Having been rigorously evaluated by a panel of MCA evaluators, Ardo Alyssa is deemed to be among the best products for families. - July 27, 2022 - Ardo
Creating a Writing Life Retreats - Nurturing Writers Since 2007
Creating A Writing Life retreats for emerging writers have been presented each year since 2007 by award-winning writer, Patricia Ann Chaffee. With a short sabbatical due to COVID, the seasonal events are back in full swing this summer, refreshed, renewed and ready to inspire writers in all genres... - July 27, 2022 - Seastar Wellness Studio, LLC
15toKnow Offers Discounted COVID-19 Molecular Tests
Friday, July 29, 15toKnow will offer discounted COVID-19 molecular tests with code - Appointments required. - July 27, 2022 - 15toknow
Meridian Diagnostics Helps Healthcare Practices Make Better Decisions
Meridian Diagnostics is a clinical diagnostic reference laboratory based in Colorado and offers services to clinics, laboratories, employers and healthcare practices nationwide. Their aim is to assist healthcare providers with making informed decisions for their patients. Meridian realizes you have many options for laboratory services, but their 18-24 hour turn-around-time on all results from UTI, toxicology, blood, and various respiratory pathogens makes them the lab of choice for providers. - July 26, 2022 - Meridian Diagnostics
James Sloan Appears to be in a Dead Heat in the Race for Tennessee House of Representatives District 63 Seat – Primary August 4th
James Sloan, a conservative Republican candidate for Tennessee House of Representatives District 63, has emerged as a "dark horse" in the race to capture the House seat vacated by Representative Glen Casada and appears to be in a dead heat for the win according to Sloan’s campaign... - July 26, 2022 - Campaign for Sloan for TN
Future Horizons Presents "Ten Things Your Student with Autism Wishes You Knew: Updated and Expanded, 2nd Edition"
In this exciting companion to the beloved classic, "Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew," the unique perspective of an autistic child’s voice describes for teachers, in the classroom and in the larger community, how to understand thinking and processing patterns common in autism, how to shape an environment conducive to their learning style, and how to communicate with autistic learners of all ages in functional, meaningful ways. - July 26, 2022 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Dr. Wendy Jensen, Bow, New Hampshire Veterinarian, Contributor to New Book About Doggy Dementia and Alzheimer's Called, "Canine Cognitive Disease"
Dr. Wendy Jensen, a New Hampshire veterinarian, is very aware of the need for companion animal guardians to learn more about cognitive issues in their dogs. - July 26, 2022 - Golden Quill Press
Dashe & Thomson Appoints Rose Benedicks as New CEO
Dashe & Thomson announced today that Rose Benedicks has been appointed CEO of the company, effective July 17. An experienced business leader, Benedicks succeeds former CEO Connell Smith, as he retires. Benedicks comes to us from LEO Learning, part of Learning Technologies Group (LTG) where she... - July 25, 2022 - Dashe & Thomson
Gatesway Announces Lynn Lugibihl as New Board Member
Local non-profit gains lawyer and personal care provider as new board member. - July 23, 2022 - Gatesway Foundation, Inc.
Connecticut Canine Rehab Practitioner, Dr. Debbie Torraca Contributes to Book About Canine Cognitive Dysfunction
Dr. Debbie Torraca of Wizard of Paws Rehabilitation for Animals, located in Colchester, Connecticut, was a major contributor to F. Barish-Stern's book about Canine Cognitive Decline, "Shamrock's Story, From Hurricane Katrina to Doggy Dementia & Alzheimer's published by Golden Quill Press. - July 23, 2022 - Golden Quill Press
Turning 65 Seniors Increasingly Favor Lower Cost Medigap Options
When it comes to choosing Medicare Supplement plan options, new-to-Medicare beneficiaries are opting for lower cost plans according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “Some 11,000 Americans turn 65 every day and become eligible for Medicare,”... - July 23, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance