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Medical Tourism Corporation Brings Affordable Bariatric Surgery to the USA
Texas-based Medical Tourism Corporation ties up with Blossom Bariatrics to offer affordable weight loss surgery at Desert Springs Hospital Medical Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. The surgeries will be performed by Dr Thomas W Umbach one of the top bariatric surgeons in the USA and the medical director of bariatric surgery for Valley Health Systems, which is a chain of five hospitals in Las Vegas, Nevada. - September 10, 2009 - Medical Tourism Corporation
Beautorium President Ann Francke to Present on Ethical Retailing at HBA Global Expo
Ann Francke, Beautorium President and Co-founder, will present "Ethical Retailing: Growing Green Beauty - Without the Wash" at the 17th Annual HBA Global Expo & Conference. Francke's presentation will be part of HBA’s session entitled “SUSTAINABILITY FROM A-Z:... - September 10, 2009 - Beautorium
Center for Autism and Related Disorders' Study Finds Chewing Gum an Effective Treatment for Rumination in Children with Autism
CARD research team discovers chewing gum to be a practical and effective treatment to prevent rumination in children with autism. The complete study is published in the Summer 2009 Edition of the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis. - September 10, 2009 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
ActiveForever.com and AIPatHome.com Announce a New Strategic Marketing Partnership
The companies will be working together to offer education, products, and other trusted resources for consumers looking to age in place. ActiveForever, a Scottsdale-based retailer of medical supplies, physical therapy products, pain relief, safety and fitness equipment and AIPatHome.com, an aging... - September 10, 2009 - ActiveForever
Spice Cosmetics Launches Its Official Website
Spice Cosmetics is pleased to provide today's discerning woman with high quality, affordable, yet versatile cosmetics. - September 10, 2009 - Spice Mineral Cosmetics
Pinnacle Health Group Releases August 2009 Survey
70% recruiters and physicians say recruiting is difficult. - September 10, 2009 - Pinnacle Health Group
Rodney Gilbert, CLTC Leads the Way for Atlanta Insurance Advisors with CLTC Certification
Rodney T. Gilbert of Atlanta Insurance Advisors has been awarded a professional degree in the field of long-term care, Certified in Long-Term Care (CLTC). The program is independent of the insurance industry and focuses on providing insurance professionals the tools they need to meet their... - September 10, 2009 - Atlanta Insurance Advisors
EndoSoft Orthopaedics Launches in the UK
EndoSoft Orthopaedics is a fully customisable clinical documentation solution. EndoSoft Orthopaedics greatly improves productivity, workflow and data management by streamlining the patient care process and eliminating inefficiencies of traditional dictation and transcription. - September 10, 2009 - EndoSoft
joannaseidel.com - Family Therapy and Marriage Counseling
Widely recognized Toronto Family therapist, Joanna Seidel of www.joannaseidel.com expands her therapy practice to include a wide array of specialized counselling services. Joanna Seidel provides a broad range of counselling and therapy services to Individuals, Couples and Families addressing a... - September 10, 2009 - joannaseidel.com
Xybion Medical Systems Expands Pristima™ Software to Include Full Range of Vivarium Management Capabilities
Xybion Medical Systems, a world leader in preclinical data management solutions and the developer of Pristima™ the premier preclinical solution on the market, is expanding its portfolio of software tools to manage critical medical research information through a strategic partnership with Locus Technology, Inc. The two companies are initially working collaboratively to provide a seamless interface for single sign on and sharing of data between the products with access to the full suite. - September 10, 2009 - Xybion Medical Systems
The New World of Bones – Thyroid, Leptin, Blood Sugar Metabolism and Bone Strength All Directly Linked. Bones Are No Longer Simply Structure But an Endocrine Organ.
Wellness Resources® publishes new content on new bone research showing that thyroid hormone, leptin, insulin, and blood sugar metabolism are directly linked to healthy bone function. http://www.wellnessresources.com/health_topics/bone_health.php On the very forefront of the research is science showing that for the first time your bones are now viewed as an endocrine organ. This is a remarkable discovery and places even more importance on maintaining true bone health, density, and strength. - September 10, 2009 - Wellness Resources
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center Leads U.S. Health Clubs in Trend Towards Medical Fitness Facility Certification
More than half of all adults in the U.S. suffer from one or more chronic conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, stroke, pulmonary conditions, cancers and mental health disorders. To fight the adverse effects of these conditions, many adults join a gym to begin an exercise program. Health clubs that are certified medical fitness facilities, like ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center in Virginia, provide a level of care for these individuals that traditional gyms cannot. - September 10, 2009 - ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
Nurse Next Door Celebrates Local Seniors with "We Love Caring for Seniors Day"
Local seniors will be celebrated with a "Pink Party" as Nurse Next Door raises awareness for senior care issues. - September 10, 2009 - Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
FruitFast® Introduces New Cranberry Softgel - Great Lakes Cranberry Added to Super Fruit Product Line
FruitFast®, the innovator and leading producer of fruit softgel capsules, has Introduced a new product to their nutraceutical supplements that focuses on healthy living. - September 10, 2009 - Fruit Fast
“Concrete for the Cure” to Support South Nassau’s Cancer Program
South Nassau’s cancer program will receive one dollar for every yard of concrete poured by Pioneer’s fleet of trucks, which includes a commemorative pink truck that is emblazoned with the South Nassau logo. - September 10, 2009 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Teseq/Schaffner NSG 5500 Automotive Transient Immunity Tests Now Available from Advanced Test Equipment Rentals
The compact and modular NSG 5500 system offers the generators necessary for tests with capacitive discharge pulsed interference as called for by ISO, SAE, DIN and JASO and others. The established test specifications for passenger cars together with standards for commercial vehicles are fully... - September 10, 2009 - Advanced Test Equipment Rentals
Encite Opens California Office to Support West Coast Clients
Leading EHR and Practice Management Company expands to meet demand for its systems. - September 09, 2009 - Encite, Inc.
CPEhr Named as One of Top Ten “Best Places to Work” in Los Angeles
Los Angeles Human Resources company CPEhr earned a sixth place ranking for mid-sized businesses, beating hundreds of companies in the Los Angeles Business Journal’s prestigious “Best Places to Work” 2009 competition. - September 09, 2009 - CPE HR, Inc.
Derjers' Clinically-Proven Scalp Treatments to Launch on Lifetime and Oxygen Networks
Detroit-based hair & scalp care manufacturers Derjers International continues its unprecedented rise in the hair care industry by garnering the attention of mainstream media. A contract with the Home Shopping Group (HSG) has granted them a direct-response infomercial on two major television... - September 09, 2009 - Derjers International
Patients Show Great Enthusiasm for Parkinson Cruise
The Parkinson Research Foundation’s January inaugural New Hope for Parkinson’s Cruise, is quickly filling with patients and their caregivers. The 3-night Bahamas cruise is designed for Parkinson’s disease patients, caregivers and families, and will provide a series of seminars and... - September 09, 2009 - Parkinson Research Foundation
MedSource Named to Inc. 500/5000 List of Fastest-Growing Companies in America for the Second Time
Houston-based company ranks No. 1232 on the 2009 Inc. 5000 with three-year sales growth of 258 percent - September 08, 2009 - MedSource
Famous Jockeys Visit Albany Spa, Stress Importance of Health and Wellness
Two horse racing jockeys with national popularity visited Complexions Spa in Albany, NY for treatment. Legendary Hall of Famer Jose Santos, along with restauranteur and retired jockey Filiberto Leon, joined the many men who have recently discovered the benefits of a spa. - September 08, 2009 - Complexions Spa For Beauty and Wellness
Anger Management Guru Offers New Licensing Agreement to Anger Management Providers
Anderson & Anderson is now offering licensing agreements to anger management providers/facilitators who would like to sell all Anderson & Anderson products and services. - September 07, 2009 - Anderson & Anderson, APC
KG Stiles, Director of Health Mastery Systems, Donates Free Universal Heart Meditation Podcasts for 11:11 Minute Intention for Global Peace and Healing
Join the weekly 11:11 minute Intention for Global Peace and Healing every Sunday at 9:00am (your local time) through January 3, 2010. Download free podcast Dr. Jude Currivan, author "The 8th Chakra," Universal Heart (8th Chakra) Meditation www.kgstiles.com/IntentionGlobalPeace_drjude.mp3. - September 06, 2009 - KG Stiles Health Mastery Systems & PurePlant Essentials
Sri City Announces Strategic Partnership with Dr. K. M. Cherian’s Frontier Lifeline Hospital
Sri City Private Limited, developing South India’s largest private multi-product Special Economic Zone (SEZ) & Domestic Tariff Zone (DTZ), today announced a strategic partnership with Dr. K. M. Cherian’s Frontier Lifeline Hospital. - September 06, 2009 - Frontier Lifeline
World Suicide Prevention Day Events Show Global and Local Activity
A wide range of groups from around the world have been submitting their planned activities for World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th, to the International Association for Suicide Prevention and they show creativity and purpose. - September 06, 2009 - International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)
MD-IT Acquires Superscript Transcription, Inc. of Grand Rapids, MI
MD-IT, the nation’s leading provider of medical documentation to ambulatory clinics and physician offices, announced today that it has acquired Superscript Transcription, Inc. of Grand Rapids, MI. Superscript clients now have access to MD-IT’s advanced software and service which helps... - September 06, 2009 - MD-IT
Prayers That Unlock Doors of Blessings for You - Powerful Short Prayers for People on the Go - Adult and Children Prayers, and Inspirational Plays
George H. Oliver Releases a book of prayers entitled Powerful Short Prayers For People On The Go at Lulu.com (www.lulu.com), the world's fastest-growing provider of print-on-demand books. A book of prayers that's suitable for all ages, and a special rendition of short inspirational plays. Powerful Short Prayers For People On The Go will unlock doors of blessings for you. - September 05, 2009 - George Oliver
I Do Tattoo™, the Wedding Industry's Answer to "Something Blue"
I Do Tattoo™ is the answer to, “What to wear for Something Blue?” A pair of temporary tattoos, custom designed by a specialty artist, arrive in a sleek blue case that also serves as a memento for wedding day memories - be it a photo or the wedding invitation - and also houses a screened print of the bride's chosen design. - September 05, 2009 - I Do Tattoo
GenScript Launches Antibody Sequencing Service Geared Toward Innovation
GenScript’s antibody sequencing service aims to accelerate antibody drug discovery and patent applications. - September 05, 2009 - GenScript USA Inc.
$1.8 Million Dollars in Private Placement Has Been Completed for Texas Based Heart Test Laboratories, Maker of the MyoVista System
Heart Test Labs is pleased to announce the successful and fully subscribed completion of a Private Placement in the amount of $1.8 Million Dollars. - September 05, 2009 - Heart Test Labs
Dr. David Shearer of ICTS Named Finalist for 2009 Clinical Research Excellence Awards
Tom Sturgis, president of ICTS (Integrated Clinical Trial Services, LLC), a strategic clinical trials support company that utilizes more than 300 contract employees internationally to provide pre-trial preparation, recruitment, enrollment, retention, compliance and pre-launch services, has... - September 05, 2009 - Integrated Clinical Trial Services
Team Fitness America Announces September Personal Trainer of the Month
Jessica Moon, a commonly requested Los Angeles personal trainer for Team Fitness America, is announced as September Personal Trainer of the Month. With great client reviews, Team Fitness America views Jessica Moon as a top-notch personal trainer. - September 05, 2009 - Team Fitness America
Free Cholesterol Screening in Chandler AZ
September is National Cholesterol Education Month and Kyrene Medical Center Internal Medicine, located in Chandler is offering Free Cholesterol Screening to the community, no Insurance or cash needed. - September 04, 2009 - Kyrene Medical Center
The Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference Announces Consult A Doctor TM as a Sponsor
The Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference would like to announce Consult A Doctor TM as a Sponsor of the 1st Voluntary Benefits and Limited Medical Conference on October 25th and 26th, 2009. Consult A Doctor TM provides 24/7 access to its nationwide network of U.S. physicians for... - September 04, 2009 - Mini Medical & Limited Medical Plan Conference
The Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference Announces Aegis Administrative Services as a Silver Sponsor
The Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference would like to announce Aegis Administrative Services as a Silver Sponsor of the 1st Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference on October 25th and 26th, 2009. The team at Aegis Administrative Services has been in the employee... - September 04, 2009 - Mini Medical & Limited Medical Plan Conference
International Association Uses Social Networking to Increase Suicide Prevention Awareness
The International Association for Suicide Prevention is using Facebook and Twitter to increase awareness about World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th, and suicide prevention generally. - September 04, 2009 - International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)
Fight Against Brain Cancer Hits the Greens and Raises Paddles for a Cure - Two Events, One Day
Brain cancer is the second leading cancer of people under the age of 20. 500 terminal cases of brain cancer will be diagnosed in the Seattle-Metro area alone this year. Funding is desperately needed for research and patient support services. - September 04, 2009 - Chris Elliott Fund for Glioblastoma Brain Cancer Research
ON Treats Athletes to Chocolate Peanut Butter & Tangy Fruit Flavors of Micellar Casein
For an expanding searchable database on creative ways to enjoy casein and other protein shakes, visit www.OptimumSmoothie.com. - September 04, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center Donates Cardio Equipment for Teens to Use at School
Given the prevalence of obesity among young people, many teens are finding it difficult to tighten their belts these days. Meanwhile, schools are trying to tighten their financial belts by trimming expenditures, a type of crunch that won't improve the waistline. In response, one health club in Charlottesville, Virginia, donated cardiovascular training equipment to area schools so that teens can take steps to fitness. - September 04, 2009 - ACAC Fitness & Wellness Center
Accessory Designers Come Together to Under One Roof Promising to Adorn the Masses with Unique Eclectic Pieces
A selection of independent accessory designers are set to provide a diverse mix of both talent and audience at the Nolcha Fashion Week: New York Accessory Lounge. The event is located at the Bohemian National Hall in association with Czech Republic Consulate and is welcoming editors, retailers,... - September 04, 2009 - Nolcha
Dental Corporation of America Launches Dentistry Blog
Dental Corporation of America (DCA) has announced the launch of their new dental and orthodontic blog, located on the dentalcorp.com network. The blog will encompass news and trends within the dental and orthodontic industries, as well as offer users the opportunity to interact with one another... - September 04, 2009 - Dental Corporation of America
Atlanta Women's Specialists, an Atlanta OB/GYN Group, is First in the Country to Incorporate a Complete Electronic System to Improve Patient Care
Thousands of medical practices across the United States have traded in paper records for electronic health records. While this has made improvements in patient care, an electronic health records system (EHR) is not efficient without an electronic information exchange system that can transfer... - September 04, 2009 - Atlanta Women’s Specialists
Health Coach Team LLC Announces New Weight Loss Campaign: “Say YES to Life”
“Diets don’t work,” say the owners of Health Coach Team. Their unique approach – The YES Program for Being Youthful, Energetic and Sexy – dynamically couples the power of the Law of Attraction with the proven psychological stages of change. The results are a greater... - September 04, 2009 - Health Coach Team
Then Breast Cleavage, Now Butt Cleavage
Cosmetic Harmony, top plastic surgery company in Bogota, Colombia has developed the concept of butt cleavage to give women around the globe the beauty of a round butt. - September 04, 2009 - Cosmetic Harmony
MD-IT Acquires Pikes Peak Transco, Inc. of Colorado Springs, CO
MD-IT, the nation’s leading provider of medical documentation to ambulatory clinics and physician offices, announced today that they have acquired Pikes Peak Transco, Inc. of Colorado Springs, CO. Pikes Peak Transco co-owner Charlene Brown will join MD-IT as a Managing Director. The move... - September 04, 2009 - MD-IT
Founding Members of Initiatives Healthcare Bring Unprecedented Leadership to Florence Arizona Hospital, Tri-Valley Region
Edward McEachern, MD, CEO and Brent Cherne, CPA, CFO, combine talents to bring experience and leadership to the new hospital being constructed in Florence Arizona. Florence Community Healthcare will open its doors in late Fall 2009. - September 03, 2009 - Florence Community Healthcare
Lupus Research Institute Encouraged by Phase 2 Trial Results of Experimental Drug Epratuzumab
The Lupus Research Institute (LRI) and its National Coalition of state and local organizations congratulate Immunomedics and UCB on the successful results of the Phase 2b clinical trial of epratuzumab for people with systemic lupus. “It is heartening to see success in lupus trials and to see... - September 03, 2009 - Lupus Research Institute
Debunking the Myths of Postpartum Compression and Shapewear
Postpartum compression and shapewear companies may exaggerate product claims. - September 03, 2009 - Design Veronique
The Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference Announces Reliance Standard as a Sponsor
The Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference would like to announce Reliance Standard as a Sponsor of the 1st Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference on October 25th and 26th, 2009. Celebrating more than 100 years of distinguished service, Reliance Standard is a top-ranked... - September 03, 2009 - Mini Medical & Limited Medical Plan Conference