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Announcing the 2022 Kumar Patel Prize in Laser Surgery Recipients Dr. Robert M. Pick, Dr. L. Miguel Carreira, and Dr. Pedro Azevedo
The American Laser Study Club (ALSC) awards the 2022 Kumar Patel Prize in Laser Surgery to the following highly accomplished and respected laser surgery providers, educators, pioneers, and researchers: Robert M. Pick, DDS, MS, for pioneering contributions to CO2 laser dental applications and... - January 29, 2022 - American Laser Study Club
Local Nonprofit Started by Greenville Family to Help Tackle Poor Hygiene Among the Homeless
Started by a local Greenville family, Bright Lights Greenville has grown from a kitchen-table idea into an expanding nonprofit. Bright Lights Greenville serves the homeless of Greenville, South Carolina by providing them with access to hygiene kits. - January 29, 2022 - Bright Lights Greenville
Spending on Prescription Drugs Grew But Out-of-Pocket Declines Reports Medicare Insurance Association
Spending on prescription drugs grew as did the average number of prescriptions per Medicare Part D plan beneficiary according to the latest data reported by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “The latest data reports that spending on prescription drugs grew to $120... - January 29, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Kidney Care Partners Files Amicus Brief Supporting Protections & Choice for Individuals Living with End Stage Renal Disease
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) – a non-profit coalition of more than 30 organizations, comprising patients, dialysis professionals, physicians, nurses, researchers, therapeutic innovators, transplant coordinators and manufacturers – today announced that the group has submitted an amicus... - January 28, 2022 - Kidney Care Partners
Medicare Insurance Association Extends Agent Directory Discount Offer
The discount for agents to be listed on the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance online directory has been extended for 10 days. “This is the final chance for agents to take advantage of the 20 percent savings offer,” states Jesse Slome, director of the Medicare... - January 28, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Terrain Health Pioneers Long Hauler Treatment with Wider Applications to Long Term Diseases
Leveraging cutting edge research, Dr. Robin Rose of Terrain Health can better predict, diagnose and optimize treatment for patients experiencing persistent symptoms of long haul COVID along with other chronic diseases, such as Lyme’s disease and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Dr. Rose is working to build upon the latest information, incorporating the role of the gut microbiome and its interconnectivity with the body’s overall immune health. - January 27, 2022 - Terrain Health Inc.
Medicare Drug Plan Data Reported by Medicare Insurance Association
Some 48 million Americans are enrolled in Medicare prescription drug plans according to the latest data reported by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “Prescription drug plan coverage is one of the most important benefits valued by seniors,” states Jesse Slome,... - January 27, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Cardinal Ritter Senior Services Adds Three New Board Members
Mark Burmester, Thomas Gregory, and Daniel Stutte join nonprofit's board. - January 27, 2022 - Cardinal Ritter Senior Services
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Joins the Medical Society of the State of New York
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the Nation’s leading oncology practices, is pleased to announce its membership with the Medical Society of the State of New York (MSSNY). “NYCBS is thrilled to be a member of the MSSNY,” said David Eagle, MD, Chair of... - January 26, 2022 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Jubilance, Clinically-Proven PMS Relief Supplement, Gets Makeover for 2022
Women's Wellness company Jubilance offers suite of free wellness resources to help women feel their best all month long. Resources include therapist-designed guided meditations for specific PMS symptoms, a PMS research library, curated women's health guides, podcasts, playlists and more. Clinically proven PMS relief supplement Jubilance announces new label makeover for 2022 to better reflect that jubilant feeling of freedom from PMS anxiety, gloominess, stress and irritability. - January 26, 2022 - Jubilance for PMS
Parental Mental Health Awareness Day Organized to Drive Support and Awareness Around Mental Health for Parents
Wingwomen and a growing list of partners are collaborating for Parental Mental Health Awareness Day on March 3rd, 2022. - January 26, 2022 - Wingwomen
MIND 24-7 Opens Second Location to Provide Immediate Access to Behavioral Health Services
New Service Center in Mesa, Arizona will be open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - January 25, 2022 - MIND 24-7
Washington Physicians for Social Responsibility Members Cycle to Olympia to Deliver "Climate Prescription" & Petition to Governor Jay Inslee & Legislators
Health workers: Join WPSR members and health workers from across Washington in calling on WA leaders in Olympia to take urgent action on climate by signing the #ClimatePrescription petition. The petition will be delivered by bicycle to Governor Inslee on January 28th by health workers who will ride from Seattle to Olympia to highlight the critical need for action in the coming legislative session. - January 25, 2022 - Washington Physicians for Social Responsibility
Verna J. Kirkness Foundation Announces Their New Executive Director
The Verna J. Kirkness Education Foundation is pleased to announce Amber Boyd as the new Executive Director for the foundation. Amber holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology, a Human Resource Management Certificate and a Creative Writing Certificate from the University of Calgary. She is a... - January 25, 2022 - Verna J. Kirkness Foundation
HW&B Enterprises, (AloeVeritas) and Medicileaf Are Set to Revolutionize the Topical Pain and Sports Recovery Industries with Their Launch of AloeMD Plus
The Partnership believes AloeMD Plus will change the way we look at inflammation and how we alleviate not only the symptoms but also the mechanisms that trigger them, naturally. The product was formulated by medical doctors and bears a patent that validates over 20 years of clinical science and research. AloeMD Plus is positioned to provide a drug free, NSAID Free, opioid-free alternative to modern-day health issues. - January 25, 2022 - AloeMD
International Peeling Society-USA's "Peeling Around the World" to be Held on March 24
Program agenda and faculty announced for the upcoming event at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. - January 24, 2022 - International Peeling Society-USA
New Brand Wuli Grooming Introduces Debut Range of Australian-Made, All-Natural, Vegan Hair Styling Products
What is Wuli Grooming?: An Australian-made, all-natural and vegan range of hair styling products with solutions for all hair types and designed for both men and women. Founding principle: A solid styling routine is just as important as we wash and condition our hair, and nature provides the best ingredients to effortlessly nourish our hair and scalp. Where is it available: Australia-wide on wuligrooming.com, and select pop-up shops in Sydney; worldwide shipping planned for late 2022. - January 24, 2022 - Wuli Grooming
Association Launches 2022 Selling Medicare Insurance Video Package
A series of 72 videos designed to help agents selling Medicare insurance solutions has been launched by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “Many of the nation’s leading Medicare sales and lead generation experts have spoken at the Association’s National... - January 22, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
New Leadership Podcast, the Art of Seeing Clearly with Dr. Alison R. Tendler, Launches as a Headliner on C-Suite Radio
The ART of Seeing Clearly with Dr. Alison R. Tendler launched today as a headliner on C-Suite Radio, the premier source for the world’s leading business podcasts for c-suite leaders, business executives, and entrepreneurs. Through insightful questions, intelligent conversation and illustrative examples and storytelling Dr. Alison R. Tendler and her guests provide listeners the opportunity to learn from leading executives, thought leaders and entrepreneurs - their struggles and triumphs. - January 21, 2022 - Dr. Alison R. Tendler
2022 Medicare Supplement Price Index Released by AAMSI
The 2022 Medicare Supplement Insurance Price Index has been released by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. The analysis reports the lowest and highest Medigap Plan G costs for men and women who are age 65. “A 65-year-old woman in Dallas could pay as little as $99.24... - January 21, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
IBEX IT Business Experts Acquires Syzygal Limited
IBEX expands its training portfolio with Syzygal’s best practices curriculum offerings. - January 20, 2022 - IBEX IT Business Experts
Assistance Home Care Acquires Senior Services Unlimited of St. Louis
Assistance Home Care announces the acquisition of Senior Services of St. Louis. This strategic alignment allows expand upon our local home care services in the greater St. Louis area while ensuring that Senior Services Unlimited's Clients and Caregivers experienced a seamless transition. - January 20, 2022 - Assistance Home Care
New York City Medicare Supplement 2022 Price Index Released by AAMSI
The 2022 Medicare Supplement insurance Price Index for New York City has been released by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “The range of costs for a New York City man or woman turning age 65 is significant,” states Jesse Slome, director of AAMSI, the Medicare... - January 20, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Vantage Circle is Rewarded Leadership Badges for Multiple Categories in the G2 Crowd Winter Report
Vantage Circle, a leading simple and AI-powered global employee engagement solution, is proud to announce that it has received leadership badges for Employee Engagement Leader (India, Global and the Asia Pacific) and Employee Recognition Leader (the Asia Pacific and Global) for the Winter 2022 session. - January 20, 2022 - Vantage Circle
Vesalio Announces Appointment of Mike Kujak as Its New Independent Board Chairman
As an independent board chairman, Mike Kujak brings extensive medical start-up expertise. - January 19, 2022 - Vesalio
Duncan Park Press LLC Announces a Game Changer: the Connection Between Addiction and the Affective Risk Response System
Some people experience addiction. Most do not. Everybody is affected. Simply stated, addiction is mistaking a dependent risk response pattern for an autonomous pattern. The research, data and models are available in the book Prehab Leveraging Perception to End Substance Abuse. This discovery explains how addiction hides in plain sight and how to educate, intervene and remove the cause. The goal is not to treat addiction but to eradicate it. - January 19, 2022 - Duncan Park Press LLC
Flow Therapy Opens Second Clinic in Greater San Antonio Area
Flow Therapy, the nation’s leading provider of Enhanced External Counter-pulsation (EECP) services, a non-invasive treatment that increases blood flow to the heart and throughout the cardiovascular system, has opened a new outpatient clinic in Live Oak, Texas. It is Flow Therapy’s eighth outpatient clinic nationwide, and the second in the greater San Antonio area. - January 19, 2022 - Flow Therapy
Firstat Nursing Services, a San Diego Home Care Agency Publishes Important Skilled Nursing Guide
San Diego Homecare Agency, Firstat Nursing Services Shares How In-Home Skilled Nursing Care Help Families. - January 19, 2022 - Firstat Nursing Services
Combination Product Expert Carolyn Dorgan Has Joined Suttons Creek, Inc. as Principal Systems Engineer - Regulatory Affairs
Carolyn Dorgan is bringing her 10+ years of experience in the Medical Device and Combination Product industries, including 6 years leading the FDA’s Infusion Devices team, to Suttons Creek. Known in the international regulatory community from her active speaking engagement schedule, Carolyn... - January 19, 2022 - Suttons Creek, Inc.
Discount E&O Plan for New Insurance Agents Announced by AAMSI
A low-cost errors and omissions insurance policy to benefit new insurance agents is being offered by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “Saving money is especially important for new life and health agents,” states Jesse Slome, director of the organization. - January 19, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Innovation and Value Initiative Elects New Board Members
New Directors Reflect Diverse Sectors of Healthcare. - January 18, 2022 - Innovation and Value Initiative
Thrombolex, Inc. – BASHIR™ Endovascular Catheters Show Dramatic Reduction in Thromboembolic Occlusions
Thrombolex, Inc. – BASHIR™ Endovascular Catheters Show Dramatic Reduction in Thromboembolic Occlusions in Segmental Pulmonary Arteries of Patients with Acute Intermediate Risk PE: Interim Results of NIH-Funded RESCUE Trial - January 17, 2022 - Thrombolex, Inc.
Medicare Insurance Part B Deductible Historical Growth Reported by AAMSI
The Medicare Part B deductible has increased from $60-a-year in 1975 to the current $233 reports the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “Medicare is complex with many moving parts,” states Jesse Slome, director of the Medicare advocacy organization. “Our goal... - January 17, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Local Dentist Expands Healthcare Options with Fort Wayne Sleep Solutions Innovating Sleep Treatments for Fort Wayne Residents
A new business launch from local dentist and owner of Hale Family Dentistry. Dr. Jonathan Hale has opened a new business to introduce a new, innovative service to Fort Wayne residents. Something that hasn't been offered before, Fort Wayne Sleep Solutions is a one-of-a-kind dental sleep center, one of the first of its kind in this city. - January 15, 2022 - Hale Family Dentistry
Dr. Vasileios Vasilakis of Memorial Plastic Surgery is Now a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Memorial Plastic Surgery's very own Dr. Vasileos Vasilakis is now a double-board certified American Board of Plastic and Surgery and American Board of Surgery. Dr. Vasilakis continues to provide cosmetic and reconstructive surgery to patients in Houston, TX, and around the world, specializing in cosmetic surgical procedures and all aspects of body contouring surgery. - January 15, 2022 - Memorial Plastic Surgery
Connectiv Holdings and Insurance Forums Acquire National Medicare Insurance Industry Conference
Two highly regarded, insurance industry focused companies announced today the acquisition of the National Medicare Insurance Industry Conference created by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. The annual conference is recognized as the leading national event for the Medicare... - January 15, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
14 Year Old Volunteer of the Micah 6:8 Initiative Challenges Vets and Kennels to Take in Homeless Pets
While people have emergency shelters they can retreat to, most shelters don't have pet accommodations, which could be life-threatening if they can’t find shelter. Fourteen-year-old Chaise Schillinger of Rogers has reached out to more than 20 Benton County veterinary clinics and kennels, asking to use their open kennel space for the homeless pets as needed. - January 15, 2022 - Micah 6:8 Initiative
Aelius LED New Product Line Roots Them Into Horticulture
New Light Recipe Technology is Ideal for the Microgreen Grower. - January 15, 2022 - AeliusLED
Pace Women's Justice Center Hosts Webinar with Author of "Mothertrucertrucker," Moderated by News12 Journalist
Pace Women’s Justice Center (PWJC) will host a virtual conversation with award-winning essayist Amy Butcher, author of "Mothertrucertrucker: Finding Joy on the Loneliest Road in America," on January 19th at 7PM, led by News 12 Journalist, Blaise Gomez. A personal conversation between two women, who are all too familiar with the reality of female fear and abusive relationships. Set on a backdrop of the Alaskan Wilderness, the book explores just how galvanizing friendships between women can be. - January 15, 2022 - Pace Women's Justice Center
Healthy Paws Herbal Labs is Making a $5K Donation for the Betty White Challenge
Healthy Paws Herbal Labs is donating $5,000 worth of product for new adoptions struggling with anxiety, fungal infections, allergies, or pain. Plus $5 for every product sold now through January 17 (Betty White’s 100th Birthday) to Wagmor Pet Rescue. Customers receive 50% off the CBD line with the code: Betty. - January 14, 2022 - Healthy Paws Herbal Labs
Medicare Supplement Insurance Policies Expected to Grow Slightly Predicts AAMSI
The number of Americans with Medicare Supplement insurance is expected to grow slightly in 2022 according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “The data and the best minds in the industry look for nominal growth in 2022,” states Jesse Slome, director... - January 14, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Christian Intensive Outpatient Program Opens to Serve Charleston
Way Institute addresses need for Christ-centered psychiatry and deep emotional healing. - January 14, 2022 - Way Institute
Brianna Marie Foundation - Offering Hope to Unborn Babies and Their Families
Are you aware that you can operate on babies prior to birth and give unborn babies that have been diagnosed with a negative fetal diagnosis a chance to live a normal, healthy lifestyle. Parents Aran and Patrick Hissam started a non-profit called the Brianna Marie Foundation in honor of their daughter that passed away ten years ago from a fetal illness known as fetal hydrops. To date, the organization has raised over $550K and funds research around the world. - January 13, 2022 - Brianna Marie Foundation
Multi-Year Manufacturing Partnership Strengthens Sombra USA & Nature's Health Connection
Sombra and Nature's Health have agreed to a five year contracting partnership to manufacture the Australian Dream product line. - January 13, 2022 - Sombra Wellness Products
VoCare Names MobilDrTech US Distribution Partner for Vitals360® Remote Monitoring Device
MobilDrTech, Inc. is proud to announce its’ selection by VoCare as a solutions partner to market and distribute their Vitals360® device for Remote Patient Monitoring and Chronic Care Management (RPM/CCM). The product, with 4G LTE cellular, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities on a pocket-sized device, is available immediately from MobilDrTech for medical providers, telemedicine equipment and service providers, hospitals, health systems, home health agencies and third-party payers. - January 13, 2022 - MobilDrTech, Inc.
2022 Medicare Insurance Statistics Reported by Association
The latest data and statistics regarding Medicare Supplement insurance and Medicare Advantage plans for 2022 will be reported by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “Consumers and insurance professionals want one concise resource where they can find pertinent... - January 13, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
FLAACOs Announces New Strategic Partnership with MedOfficeDirect
With access to over 120,000 medical and surgical supply products, the partnership with the industry-leading company will provide Florida Association of ACOs members with tremendous customer service and significant cost savings. - January 12, 2022 - Florida Association of ACOs
DashStylists Partners with Alfred to Bring Beauty Services in Atlanta Upscale Apartment Buildings
DashStylists, a network of mobile hairstylist and barbers, is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Alfred, the leading concierge services platform. - January 12, 2022 - DashStylists
Medicare Supplement Plan G is Top Choice Among Turning-65 Seniors Reports AAMSI
More than half of seniors turning 65 in 2021 who purchased Medicare Supplement insurance opted for Plan G according a new report released by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “Plan G was the top choice followed by Plan N among seniors age 65 and opting for... - January 12, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Kryptonite Solutions Launches Its Pioneering Futuristic Technology Products to Help Transform the Healthcare Industry
The company aims to assist the healthcare facility through its state-of-the-art products. - January 12, 2022 - Kryptonite Solutions