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Virtual Speech Center Releases an iPad App to Practice Plurals
Expedition with Plurals was created by a certified speech and language pathologist for PK–3 students to practice regular (e.g., cat/cats) and irregular plurals (foot/feet) in multiple contexts, targeting both receptive and expressive language skills and accompanied by recorded audio instructions. This fun and colorful app includes both an audio recording feature that allows students to hear their productions and a fun memory game that can be customized. - May 31, 2012 - Virtual Speech Center Inc.
Air Ambulance Transfers Complex Balloon Pump Patient Successfully via Medical Air Transport
Air ambulance service provider, Air Ambulance Worldwide Inc., delivers emergency medical air transport internationally to complex balloon pump dependent, ventilated patient with much success. - May 31, 2012 - Air Ambulance Worldwide
Dermapen, Available at Equipmed, Awarded Best Professional Skin Rejuvenation Device 2012
Dermapen has been awarded Best Professional Skin Rejuvenation Device at THE Aesthetic Show, on April 14th, 2012 at the ARIA Resort and Casino, Las Vegas. THE Aesthetic Show is a multidisciplinary medical education event for medical professionals, which ended with the awarding of THE Best... - May 31, 2012 - Equipmed
Care Plus NJ Ranked Number One for Customer Satisfaction in 2011 MHCA Survey
Care Plus NJ, Inc. has been ranked number one in the 2011 Mental Health Corporations of America, Inc. (MHCA) Customer Satisfaction Survey for the third time. - May 31, 2012 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Hepatitis B Foundation Honors U.S. Assistant Secretary for Health Dr. Howard Koh and Breaks Fundraising Record at Crystal Ball
Philadelphia-area Nonprofit Raises More Than $102,000 to Support its Global Hepatitis B Research, Outreach & Patient Advocacy - May 31, 2012 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Royale Hayat Launches Center for Diagnostic Imaging
The Royale Hayat Hospital inaugurated its state-of-the-art Center for Diagnostic Imaging in the presence of senior physicians, corporate partners and the national press at the hospital’s Gardenia ballroom. - May 31, 2012 - Royale Hayat Hospital
Jacksonville's 1st 7K to Offer Participants Unique Discounts for 20 Local Merchants & Will Crown King and Queen
The Goal is to celebrate the healthy community of Riverside/Avondale and start a health revolution. To inspire and motivate Northeast Floridians to promote the necessity of healthy and happy communities to live, work and play in the Health Planning Council of Northeast Florida is hosting Jacksonville’s 1st 7K. - May 31, 2012 - Health Planning Council of Northeast Florida
Devoted Wellness, LLC to Launch Individual Wellness Coaching Programs
Corporate Wellness company Devoted Wellness is launching individual wellness coaching plans available June 1, 2012. - May 31, 2012 - Devoted Wellness
Polaris to Exhibit Oncology System at the Association of Oncology Social Work Conference in Boston
Polaris is exhibiting its Polaris Oncology Distress Management System in Boston this week at the 28th annual Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW) Conference. - May 31, 2012 - Polaris Health Directions
21st Century Oncology Offers New Procedure to Diagnose and Plan Treatment for a Lesion Deep in the Lung
Electromagnetic Navigation Bronchoscopy uses GPS-like technology to locate, biopsy and prepare to treat a lung lesion - May 31, 2012 - 21st Century Oncology
AnaSpec Offers a Wide Selection of GO® Histone Peptides
AnaSpec, EGT Group offers a wide selection of GO® (catalog) Histone peptides that are biotin-labeled. Single or combinations of post-translational modified (PTM) amino acid-containing biotinylated histone peptide sequences have been used in applications such as pull-down assays.1-2 Generally... - May 31, 2012 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Royal Care Pharmacy (RCP) Joins PCCA
RCP is pleased to announce PCCA membership. - May 31, 2012 - Royal Care Pharmacy Inc
EmergyCare to Host Teen Career Camp for Youth Interested in Careers in EMS Industry
EmergyCare, Pennsylvania's largest non-profit ambulance service, will host a 6 day/5 night camp for teens ages 14-17 who are interested in a career in emergency medical services. This growing field is an exciting part of the health care industry and offers incredible opportunities for advancement. - May 31, 2012 - EmergyCare
Physician Alignment Vice President Named at South Nassau Communities Hospital
Mr. Yedvab is responsible for enhancing relationships with existing physicians and other providers, growing new physician relationships and assisting in the development and implementation of innovative programs, strategies and partnerships. - May 31, 2012 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
COR Retreat Releases Food Addiction Infographic
COR Retreat, a non-profit food addiction treatment program in Minnesota, releases an infographic titled Understanding Food Addiction in America, featuring statistics, symptoms and treatment options. - May 31, 2012 - COR Retreat, Inc.
Olympus Europa and Applied Spectral Imaging Expand Cooperation by Establishing Sales and Marketing Framework Agreement
European framework agreement outlining the terms for distribution by Olympus subsidiaries in Europe of the GenASIs automated imaging platforms for genetic and pathological analysis. - May 31, 2012 - Applied Spectral Imaging
Equipmed's Nocospray Complete Disinfection Technology Proven Effective in Clinical Studies
Nocospray Complete Disinfection Technology, available from Equipmed, and dry hydrogen peroxide decontamination has been the focus of several recent clinical studies. It has been proven to be a highly effective way of decontaminating surfaces. - May 30, 2012 - Equipmed
DysNet Chairman, Geoff Adams-Spink, Appointed to Board of Disability Rights UK
Thalidomide survivor and chairman of network for people with limb differences to work with leading UK disability charity. - May 30, 2012 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
International Dental Students Use Their Skills to Help Children in the Mountains of Nepal
As National Smile Month ends in the UK, Work the World are preparing for the launch of their 2012 Dental Outreach Project. The unique student placement programme aims to tackle the lack of dental care available to rural communities in developing countries, screening and treating . - May 30, 2012 - Work the World
Infrared Residential Saunas Offer Hot List of Health Benefits: Sunlighten Infrared Saunas Bring the Spa Experience Home
Available for use in the privacy of the home, Sunlighten infrared residential saunas can boost health and spur weight loss. Residential saunas bring the spa experience into the home. - May 29, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Couples Resorts and the Issa Trust Foundation Host Amy Roloff Star of TLC’s "Little People, Big World" Tours Hospitals in Jamaica
Amy Roloff, who stars in the longest running reality TV show on The Learning Channel (TLC), “Little People, Big World,” visited Jamaica this week as the guest of Couples Resorts and its non-profit organization, Issa Trust Foundation. Accompanying her on the trip was Lisa Dixon, Vice President of the Amy Roloff Charity Foundation (ARCF) and Diane Pollard, President of the Issa Trust Foundation. - May 29, 2012 - Issa Trust Foundation
Waxelene’s Involvement in the Active Lifestyle Community Grows
Company’s eco-friendly petroleum jelly alternative adopted by runners and surfers alike. - May 29, 2012 - Waxelene
TransCorp Spine Names Christopher Welch President and Chief Executive Officer
TransCorp Spine, Inc., a privately-held medical device company focused on developing minimally-invasive, tissue-saving products and procedures, today named Christopher Welch President and Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Welch brings a wealth of executive and industry experience to TransCorp Spine... - May 29, 2012 - TransCorp Spine
The Children’s Hospital at MUMC Celebrates 20 Years as a CMN Hospital
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the partnership between The Children’s Hospital at Memorial University Medical Center (MUMC) and Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals. Since 1992, these two organizations have raised more than $7 million to provide healthcare for children in... - May 28, 2012 - Memorial Health
Award-Winning Documentary "The Keeper of the Keys" Helps People Thrive in Change
Award-winning self-help film "The Keeper of the Keys" can people thrive in change, said best-selling author and women's empowerment expert Hueia Su. - May 27, 2012 - Beyond Horizon Coaching
International American University College of Medicine and Tapion Hospital Enters Into Partnership
IAUCOM enters in an affiliation with Tapion Hospital to provide clinical training to its medical students. - May 27, 2012 - International american university College of medicine
Cosmetic Dentist in Gulfport, Spraberry Dental Clinic Adds “Comfort Zone” for Patients
MS Cosmetic Dentists in Gulfport at the Spraberry Dental Clinic has added more features to their in-office sanctuary, “The Comfort Zone.” The Comfort Zone was created to offer a relaxing atmosphere for Spraberry Dental Clinic’s adult patients who are 21 years or older. The... - May 27, 2012 - Spraberry Dental
Dr. Newton’s Naturals Hires Wayne Thornton for Inbound Sales Management Team
South Portland Call Center growth. - May 27, 2012 - Dr. Newton's Naturals
Ralph Macchio to MC The Maurer Foundation’s Pink Diamond Dinner on Saturday, June 16th at Villa Lombardi’s, Holbrook, NY
Ralph Macchio, Long Islander and acclaimed actor, will be performing the honor of Master of Ceremonies at this year’s Maurer Foundation Pink Diamond Dinner. Macchio is best known for his lead role in The Karate Kid (1984) and his role in My Cousin Vinny (1992). He recently appeared in Dancing... - May 27, 2012 - The Maurer Foundation
“Soul Loss and Family Values: Part 2” on May 29 “Why Shamanism Now?” Radio Show with Christina Pratt
On her radio show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity,” teacher, author and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt continues her conversation about soul loss in children and the environment necessary to raise healthy children. Part 1 of Soul Loss and Family Values aired on May 22. - May 26, 2012 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
SK&A Launches How-to Healthcare Marketing Web Video Series
New video series answers clients’ healthcare data questions. - May 26, 2012 - SK&A, A Cegedim Company
HotSpring World Cube at Chelsea Flower Show
HotSpring World is proud to be a part of the silver medal winning "Rooftop Workplace of Tomorrow" garden exhibit at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. This week the HotSpring World Cube modular garden building is being featured at the Chelsea Flower Show, the UK’s leading gardening... - May 26, 2012 - HotSpring World
Abu Dhabi to Host Arab Pediatric Pulmonology Association 3rd Annual Congress Event Alongside Sheikh Khalifa Medical City’s Pediatric Update 2012
Abu Dhabi is set to host in November the 3rd Annual Congress of the Arab Pediatric Pulmonologist Association (APPA) for the first time in the UAE alongside the 3rd Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC) Pediatric Update. - May 26, 2012 - Synovetics
Luau Benefiting the Stanislaus Health Foundation
Dr. Lars and Mrs. Sabrina Enevoldsen will be hosting a Luau, June 23, at their beautiful private Modesto home to benefit the Stanislaus Health Foundation. - May 26, 2012 - Stanislaus Health Services Agency
Great Wall Chinese Medicine Has a Big Event on Diabetes
This is a phenomenal opportunity for the public to learn techniques for well-being and to learn the newest information on Diabetes Prevention from one of the top Diabetes Experts in the world, Dr. Wang. - May 26, 2012 - Great Wall Chinese Medicine
Get-Braces.com Launches Braces Color Picker Widget for Orthodontists
Get-braces.com has developed a widget that allows orthodontists to put a braces color picker on their orthodontic websites. The widget is available to all orthodontists to put on their site at no cost. It is easy to install in just a few minutes by copying and pasting a few lines of code. The code... - May 26, 2012 - Get-Braces.com
PIH Reaches out to Retired Baby Boomers to Fill Volunteer Needs
Volunteering offers Boomers the opportunity to continue to use their professional skills for the benefit of their community hospital. - May 26, 2012 - Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital
Wexford University Offers Online Sport Psychology Degree
Now offering a popular Sport Psychology degree for students, Wexford University provides a variety of online degree programs. The online Sport Psychology program is available to students from around the world. - May 25, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
NuGyn, Inc. Announces New Strategic Partner for Eros Therapy®: Davis-Lobdell Instruments, Inc.
Davis-Lobdell Instruments to Sell and Distribute Eros-Therapy Throughout the Midwestern United States - May 25, 2012 - NuGyn, Inc
TTC Sponsors the "2nd Annual State of Clinical Development Cost" Conference in Philadelphia for the Second Year in a Row
Representatives from the Pharmaceutical, CROs, and the Research/Development industries learn from leading Practitioners. - May 25, 2012 - TTC LLC
Enghouse Interactive CT Connect Verified as Cisco Compatible
Solution Addresses the Computer Telephony Integration Needs of Cisco End Users - May 25, 2012 - Enghouse Interactive
Ceram Publishes a 6-Year Review of the Substitute Raw Materials Used in UK Brick Manufacturing
Ceram, an international materials technology company, has published a 6-year review of the substitute raw materials (non-primary clay raw materials) used in UK brick manufacturing. - May 25, 2012 - Lucideon
Okyanos Heart Institute Names Erika Mangrum Senior Vice President of Marketing
Healthcare and Marketing Leader Joins Facility Improving the Lives of Patients with Coronary Artery Disease - May 25, 2012 - Okyanos Heart Institute
Cali Estes, the Addictions Coach, Exposes Xanax Prescription Drug Abuse on NBC Nightly News
The Addictions Coach exposes the pitfalls of abusing Xanax and how doctors do not explain all the issues surrounding the drug clearly to clients before they get hooked and can not quit. - May 25, 2012 - The Addictions Coach
Carolina Speech Pathology Announces Bedside FEES Service for Washington State During Washington Health Care Association Conference
Carolina Speech Pathology announced the expansion of their bedside swallow study service to Washington beginning on June 1, 2012. The announcement was made at the annual Washington Health Care Association conference on May 23rd. Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallow (commonly referred to as... - May 24, 2012 - Carolina Speech Pathology, LLC
New Diet and Weight Loss Website Offers Effective Programs for Major Weight Loss from Celebrity Fitness Pro
A brand-new website at http://diet-weight-loss-center.info/ helps people lose weight fast for summer. The diet and weight loss site provides two different options for significant weight loss. - May 24, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
EatSmart Products Precision Pro Kitchen Scale Featured in The Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal Test Kitchen tested a dozen digital kitchen scales and selected their top 5 favorites. The EatSmart Precision Pro Digital Kitchen Scale was chosen based on its accuracy, affordability and ease of use. - May 24, 2012 - EatSmart Products
Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center Receives Five Star Service Award
A prestigious award has been given in the city of Denton to a local Chiropractor. - May 24, 2012 - The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center
Salon Services Forms Professional Networking Group for Salon & Spa Owners
Northwest beauty distributor, Salon Services & Supplies, has initiated a professional networking group for Salon and Spa Owners throughout the Northwest. The networking group, “SYNERGY,” currently has over 45 members that meet quarterly to discuss everything from business building tips to non-brand-specific education. - May 24, 2012 - Salon Services
FastMed Urgent Care Announces Open House Celebration in Goodyear, AZ
Free community event for families and free health screenings available - May 24, 2012 - FastMed