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ContinuLink Executives Step Away from the Office to March on Washington in Support of Home Care Agencies Nationwide
On March 25-28, 2012 ContinuLink LLC will join the National Association of Home Care to March on Washington. ContinuLink will be among home care agencies looking to extol the benefits of home care to members of Congress. - March 23, 2012 - ContinuLink, LLC
New and Innovative Surgical Technique for Minimally Invasive Brow Lifting
Dr. Guy Massry, Beverly Hills Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery, has just published results on a new and innovative surgical technique for minimally invasive brow lifting. Dr. Massry has named the procedure “The External Browpexy.” The procedure is easy to learn, as it employs standard... - March 23, 2012 - Dr Guy Massry, M.D.
Continuation of Care and Customer Service is the Foundation of The Satori Experience℠
Follow-up Video on Satori World Medical’s Hip Resurfacing Patient - March 23, 2012 - Satori World Medical
Charlottesville Chiropractor Announces Launch of Their New "Patient Friendly" Website
Spinal Health & Wellness has announced the launch of its redesigned website, www.scoliosisdoc.com, to better serve current and potential patients. "Everything is online today," says Dr. Garnecki. "People are going to the internet over other resources like the yellow pages to find... - March 23, 2012 - Spinal Health & Wellness
Keys to Successful Health Industry Alliances with China
Cypin Production Conference Offers Insights in R&D…and Beyond - March 23, 2012 - CYPIN PRODUCTION LLC
Chicago Health Insurance Agency Announces Fundraiser for Children’s Memorial Hospital
How one local Chicago health insurance agency is making a difference in the lives of children with cancer and other serious, life-threatening diseases. - March 23, 2012 - Premier Financial Insurance
Food Lion Associates and Customers Surpass Goal by Raising a Record $4.5 Million During 2012 Easter Seals Four-Week Campaign
Food Lion associates and customers raised a record $4.5 million during their annual Shop&Care for Easter Seals, representing a 22 percent increase over last year. The grocer set a goal this year of $4 million for Easter Seals. Since Food Lion first initiated the Shop&Care program 21 years... - March 23, 2012 - Easter Seals UCP
CareOne Launches Care Navigator Program
Partners with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Visiting Nurses Program to Improve Patient Experience - March 22, 2012 - CareOne
The Spine Health Foundation to Present at the 2012 Global Health & Innovation Conference at Yale University
The Spine Health Foundation was selected to present a social enterprise pitch at the 2012 Global Health and Innovation Conference at Yale University in April. Dr. Morgan Lorio, Orthopedic Surgeon and Official Spokesperson for the foundation will speak on "Eliminating Disparity in Healthcare for the Disadvantaged." - March 22, 2012 - The Spine Health Foundation, Inc.
Control Blood Sugar Using Social Medicine
Diabetes is on the rise, yet a healthy lifestyle change can help control blood sugar levels. Your blood sugar levels can be improved by making small changes in the way you eat, adding in a little more exercise, and losing even a modest amount of weight. - March 22, 2012 - Social-medicine.org
AnaSpec Develops AMC Resins for SPPS
Peptide-7-amino-4-methylcoumarin conjugates (peptide-AMCs) are widely used as fluorogenic substrates to study proteases. The preparation of peptide-AMCs usually involves solution phase synthesis since AMC lacks an additional functional group for attachment to a solid support. Although solid-phase... - March 22, 2012 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Orca Surgical Has Launched the First Dynamic Epikeratome at the ESCRS Prague 2012
Orca Surgical introduced its patented Epi-Clear™ device and a new treatment paradigm, EBK™ (Epi Bowman's Keratectomy) for Refractive Surgery and Keratoconus at the ESCRS winter meeting in Prague. - March 22, 2012 - Orca Surgical
Dallas Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Andrew Trussler, Presents Mastopexy with Auto-Augmentation Procedure
Dr. Andrew Trussler, board-certified plastic surgeon in Dallas, recently lectured on a cutting edge plastic surgery procedure: mastopexy (breast lift) with auto-augmentation. - March 22, 2012 - Andrew Trussler MD
Enghouse Interactive Shares Findings on Structured, Unstructured and Self-Service Interactions
Reveals U.S. IT Executives’ Thoughts on Handling of Customer Communications/Interactions - March 22, 2012 - Enghouse Interactive
YUN FIT’s Former Brutus Buckeye Receives Special Certification
Did you know that you and your kids could be getting in shape with Brutus? - March 22, 2012 - Yun Strength & Fitness Systems LLC
Sarasota Memorial Named One of HealthGrades’ Elite “America’s 50 Best Hospitals”
HealthGrades study: If all U.S. hospitals had performed at the level of Sarasota Memorial Hospital, more than a half million Medicare deaths could have been prevented between 2000 and 2010. - March 22, 2012 - Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
Botanolution Partners with UltraFragrances to Provide Consumers with Natural and Organic Skin Care Solutions
Botanolution offers products that are 100% natural, giving its consumers the highest quality in beauty and skin care. The scents and color of its products derive from natural essential oils of botanicals, making it safe to use even on sensitive skin. - March 22, 2012 - Botanolution, LLC
SkinMD Colorado Hires Sue Dobson to Its Colorado Springs Office
SkinMD Colorado, a skin enhancement and laser treatment center in Colorado Springs has recently hired Sue Dobson to its list of skin care practitioners. - March 22, 2012 - Skin MD Colorado
IKOR Industries Signs Contract for Manufacturing Support Services in Mexico with The Offshore Group
Company to manufacture electrical cables, harnesses and connectors in Mexico. - March 22, 2012 - The Offshore Group
Personal Development and Fitness Expert John Spencer Ellis Warns About "Sociopathic Gurus"
As the guru business continues to grow, a long time fitness and personal development expert warns about guru claims and their own personal agenda. - March 21, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Adrian Fristensky, Owner of CalDentalPlan.com Adds Local Dentist List to Site
www.CalDentalPlan.com announced the addition of a link on their site that will allow users to request the most up to date local list of dentists and plan brochures. Adrian Fristensky, owner of the site, says the addition of the link is part of an ongoing process to provide the user a more seamless... - March 21, 2012 - CalDentalPlan.com
Dakota Dental’s Teeth Whitening Process Promotes Good Health
The Dakota Dental Apple Valley Dental Clinic incorporates health benefits within their professional teeth whitening services. - March 21, 2012 - Dakota Dental
Viachem to Represent AkzoNobel’s Akucell® Food-Grade Cellulose Gum Additives
Viachem Sales and Marketing to Target Food, Bakery, Beverage and Processed Food Manufacturers that Use Specialty Ingredients and Food Additives in Their Products - March 21, 2012 - Viachem, Ltd.
Scottsdale Weight Loss Center Hosts Free Nutrition Class for Community- Saturday, April 14 at 10:15 AM
Scottsdale Weight Loss Center hopes to raise awareness on health, wellness, and weight loss by offering a free specialty class on nutrition. The class entitled "Food and Stress- What's Eating You?" will be conducted by Franne Wilk, Registered Dietician, and is free of charge. The class will touch on topics such as sleep habits, environmental cues, and body composition. - March 21, 2012 - Scottsdale Weight Loss Center
Experience Matters When It Comes to Treating Head Lice and Now, Hair Whisperers Offers the Training
Veteran lice removal service offers new nit-pickers education and training. - March 21, 2012 - Hair Whisperers
ALS Therapy Development Institute Announces Eighth Annual "The Cure Is Coming" 5k and Awareness Walk
Participants walk, ride or race to raise money and awareness to end ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) - March 21, 2012 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
New Kid on the Block to Satisfy Your All Personal Grooming Needs: Purplle.com
We might find a plethora of "new" e-commerce websites, but a few stand out. It is not easy for a start up to get noticed. Then what makes it stand out? Purplle.com seems to have the answer. Shailvee Panjiyar, Manager, Category explains, "A lot of things make a start-up click. The... - March 21, 2012 - Purplle
Internal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Patrick Hennessey, Selects Waiting Room Solutions Web Based Internal Medicine EMR
Dr. Patrick Hennessey of Orlando Executive Health, Orlando, Fl selects Waiting Room Solutions Internal Medicine web based EMR to automate his practice’s clinical and business functions. - March 21, 2012 - WRS Health
Dr. Lynda J. Wright, MD LLC, Has Selected Waiting Room Solutions Web Based Gynecology EMR for Her Solo Practice
Dr. Wright of Kittery, Maine has chosen Waiting Room Solutions web based Gynecology EMR to automate all of her practice’s clinical and business functions to become compliant for Meaningful Use 2012. - March 21, 2012 - WRS Health
Healthcare One Chooses Waiting Room Solutions Web Based EMR for Their Urgent/Family Care Practice
Mr. Redden, the owner of Healthcare One located in El Reno, OK, has selected Waiting Room Solutions web based EMR to automate all of his urgent/family care practice’s functions. - March 21, 2012 - WRS Health
Stephanie Mellor, ARNP Selects Waiting Room Solutions Web Based EMR for Her New Practice, Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic, Inc.
Ms. Mellor, owner of Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic, Inc. in Cedar Rapids, Iowa has selected Waiting Room Solutions Web Based EMR for her new practice. - March 21, 2012 - WRS Health
Okyanos Heart Institute Chief Medical Officer Presents at American College of Cardiology Session
Dr. Howard Walpole to Provide Update on Cardiac Stem Cell Therapy - March 21, 2012 - Okyanos Heart Institute
Vizio Optic Announces the Top 80's Sunglasses for 2012
Award-winning designer eyewear shop releases list of its top sunglasses for the 80's fashion trend. - March 21, 2012 - Vizio Optic
Estetica Thailandia Organizes Sex Change Surgery Tour in Thailand
Estetica Thailandia in collaboration with Preecha Aesthetic Institute (PAI) is organizing a GRS group project in Thailand. - March 21, 2012 - Benessere and Beauty (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
Magical Concepts - A New iPhone and iPad App for Speech-Language Pathologists and Parents
Magical Concepts was created by a certified speech-language pathologist who wanted to make “drilling” with flashcards fun and motivating. This engaging, colorful app includes over 2000 photos accompanied by audio instructions. Children are welcomed by Mago the Magician, who encourages them to work hard. Children earn stars for each correct response, and when they accumulate enough stars, they are rewarded with a magic show. - March 20, 2012 - Virtual Speech Center Inc.
Fitness Fortunes Personal Trainer Coaching Program Offers Added Benefits to Fitness Pros and Personal Trainers
Fitness Fortunes, a fitness business coaching, marketing and mentoring program for personal trainers, offers new benefits for fitness pros. The blueprint for success helps personal trainers boost business. - March 20, 2012 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
Detroit R&D and ALPCO Diagnostics Sign Distribution Agreement
ALPCO Diagnostics and Detroit R&D agree to a distribution partnership in North America. - March 20, 2012 - ALPCO
Redlands Community Hospital Named Advanced Primary Stroke Center by Joint Commission
Redlands Community Hospital has been awarded The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for certification as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center. - March 20, 2012 - Redlands Community Hospital
Online Health Monitoring and Caregiving Network for Families Released
Nclaves Enables Family Members to Monitor Health, Track Diet and Communicate Remotely. - March 20, 2012 - Nclaves
Peggy Robles-Alvarado to Perform at 2012 Womyn Warrior Banquet
Puerto Rican and Dominican published poet and educator, Peggy Robles-Alvarado is scheduled to perform at Casa Atabex Aché’s 2012 Womyn Warrior Banquet: “Rebirth of a Queen” on April 28, 2012. One of Peggy Robles-Alvarado’s most poignant and powerful works is her... - March 20, 2012 - Casa Atabex Aché
Foamix’s Minocycline Foam – 100% Effective in Impetigo Phase II Clinical Trial with No Side Effects. 80% Improved Significantly After 3 Days of Treatment.
Targets a $1 billion a year market. Foamix, a clinical stage specialty pharmaceutical company, announced today the successful completion of the Phase II clinical trial of Minocycline foam in Impetigo patients. Minocycline Foam has shown to be highly effective against bacteria, including some multi-drug resistant strains (such as MRSA). - March 20, 2012 - Foamix Ltd
Paragon Innovations Helps Diabetics Cut the (Refrigerator) Cord, with Design of New Temperature Control Device
Say goodbye to coolers and ice packs. Available this summer from Kewl Innovations, amazing nano-technology-driven device will keep medicine temps consistent – for days. - March 19, 2012 - Paragon Innovations, Inc.
The Future of HSAS and Consumer-Driven Plans: How Actuarial Value and Medical Loss Ratio Rules Will Change the Landscape
Do you understand the new HHS guidance bulletin on actuarial value? How will the minimum medical loss ratio regulations impact your business? If you are involved with the design, sale, purchase or implementation of HSAs or HRAs, consumer‐driven health plans, or related services, you... - March 19, 2012 - HSA Clearing Corp
Utah Physical Therapy Clinic Announces Free Assessments
Fast Track Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, a Utah physical therapy clinic, is now offering free physical therapy assessments in their Salt Lake City clinic. Most patients do not need a referral from a doctor to see a physical therapist due to the Direct Access laws in Utah, so George Shirley,... - March 19, 2012 - Fast Track Physical Therapy
Colorado BioScience Association Commends PhRMA and We Work For Health for Showcasing the Critical Importance of Clinical Trials to Chronic Disease Sufferers in the State
Members of Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) today joined with colleagues from both the public and private sectors, including Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper, at a State Capitol News Conference to applaud the release of PhRMA's new report: “Research in Your Backyard.” Colorado's biopharmaceutical industry assists sufferers of chronic disease and includes approximately 300 companies employing over 5,410 with average salaries of $93,000. - March 19, 2012 - Colorado BioScience Association
More and More States Adopt Requirements for Ferromagnetic Detectors for MRI Safety
A quickly growing number of states are referencing recent hospital design and construction codes which, for the first time, require MRI safety protections. Among the new MRI safety requirements: MRI centers are to provide safety screening with ferromagnetic detection, a requirement met by SAFESCAN® products by Mednovus. - March 19, 2012 - Mednovus, Inc.
Multitude of Enthusiastic Client Accolades Received by Survival Strategies, Inc.
A number of private practice owners recently spoke about their success on camera with regard to the consulting and training they received from Survival Strategies, Inc. These video clips have been published and are now available for viewing on YouTube. - March 19, 2012 - Survival Strategies Inc.
Tips to Reverse Diabetes Using Social Medicine
Diabetics have more control over their health than they think. A lifestyle change doesn’t mean living in deprivation. It means knowing what is best and knowing what other people have done to reverse diabetes. - March 19, 2012 - Social-medicine.org
Glaucoma Eye Test DIATON Tonometer Supports World Glaucoma Week with Free Glaucoma Screening and Awareness Events
Glaucoma is a leading cause of preventable blindness. BiCOM Inc. with its Non-Corneal and Through-the-Eyelid Diaton Tonometer is challenging the “Sneak Thief of Sight” through awareness and screening events. BiCOM is advising and guiding all of its distributors located in over 60 countries in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Middle East to participate in the World Glaucoma Week through Screening and Awareness campaigns. - March 19, 2012 - BiCOM Inc.
Bednar Cosmetic Surgery of Charlotte Adds Cosmetic Treatments to Its Menu of Services
The medical-grade facial rejuvenation treatments include Juvederm, Botox and skin care treatments that treat a variety of skin conditions and showcase a younger looking appearance. - March 18, 2012 - Edward Bednar, M.D.