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Neurofeedback, a True Approach to Holistic Life Coaching in San Diego
San Diego holistic medicine center, Holistic Life Coaching, turns to Neurofeedback for ADHD and PTSD. - April 09, 2009 - Holistic Life Coaching
Get a Quick Shot of Protein with ABB®’s New Puro Pro® Shot
ABB’s new Pure Pro® Shot packs a lot of high-quality protein into a small, easy to drink serving size. - April 09, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition
Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc. Announces New Reseller Agreement with Ingenix® CareTracker
New alliance to drive adoption of HST's medical billing services together with the Ingenix CareTracker EMR solution in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and surrounding regions. - April 09, 2009 - Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc.
Families Urged to Keep Alert for Signs Seniors Need Help
Pride, Privacy Make Help Difficult; Here are 10 Tips to Watch For. - April 09, 2009 - Senior Helpers
Women & Infants Introduces Compassionate Gift Program
Women & Infants’ Center for Reproduction and Infertility has created a special, donor-supported fund for women who would not be able to afford needed services. A first-of-its-kind in the country, the Compassionate Gift Program allows donors to share in granting the greatest gift of all – a chance to have a child. - April 09, 2009 - Women & Infants Hospital
Healing the Heart of New York City
Nurture New York announces its latest group psychotherapy and trauma incident support programs...and invites journalists to experience state of the art healing techniques at its Midtown Healing Center. - April 08, 2009 - Nurture New York
Block Imaging International, Inc., Announces New Office in Japan
Block Imaging International, Inc., the premier global provider of Used and Refurbished Medical Imaging Systems, Parts and Services, announced today the opening of their Japanese subsidiary, Nihon Block Imaging KK., located in Tokyo, Japan. The new Japan office will be managed by Mr. Takashi Ito,... - April 08, 2009 - Block Imaging
Beautorium Celebrates Entrepreneurial Exclusive in Natural and Organic Skincare
Beautorium, the online natural and organic beauty emporium, is pleased to announce an entrepreneurial exclusive in natural skincare: Dr. Mah Hussein Gambles, founder of Saaf Skincare, has just been named one of the UK’s Top 100 female entrepreneurs. - April 08, 2009 - Beautorium
In the Light of the High Teenage Pregnancy Rate in the UK, New Blog Invites Debate Over What We Tell Young People About Sex
Jane Thomas, author of www.WaysWomenOrgasm.org, proposes that sex education for teenagers (especially girls) should cover not only the reproductive facts but also how they can enjoy a sexual relationship. - April 08, 2009 - WaysWomenOrgasm.org
AnaSpec Introduces Series of Cell Penetrating Peptides (CPP)
AnaSpec has CPPs such as (Arg)9, Antennapedia, TAT and others. Offerings include green fluorescent labeled (e.g. FAM or FITC) CPP, red labeled (e.g. TAMRA), Cys conjugated CPPs or Cys(Npys) conjugated CPP. - April 08, 2009 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Newgen Implements BPM Solution at iGATE for RTBA
Newgen solution will provide iGATE greater flexibility. - April 08, 2009 - Newgen Software Technologies
Lacap Offers Group Psychotherapy - a "Credit Crunch" Response?
“In the Credit Crunch people are effectively saying to us – ‘Need Therapy – Can’t Afford Therapy!' There is a lot of worry out there. It’s a situation that needs to be responded to!” Donald Kirkpatrick, founder member and clinical manager of Lacap, today commented. - April 08, 2009 - London Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Dr. Rajiv Datta Listed Again in “Top Doctors: New York Metro Area Guide”
Prominent surgical oncologist Rajiv Datta, MD, has been selected for inclusion in the 12th edition of Top Doctors: New York Metro Area. This is the second consecutive year that Dr. Datta will be included in the acclaimed guide from Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., which spotlights the top 10 percent... - April 08, 2009 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Lung Cancer Studies Earn Prestigious Award
The award-winning studies focused on using gene amplification to determine chemotherapy resistance in early stage lung cancer and patterns of cross-resistance in early stage lung cancer that has been surgically treated. - April 08, 2009 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Unimed-Midwest Announces New Products: Flexible, Breathable Body Shield Body Supports Help Heal Injuries
New Body Shield body supports with advanced open cell Holofiber fabric are more effective and comfortable than neoprene-based supports. Body Shield body supports increase patients’ compliance, comfort and healing. - April 08, 2009 - Unimed-Midwest, Inc.
Dr. Rajiv Datta Appointed President of Nassau Surgical Society
Prominent surgical oncologist Rajiv Datta, MD, medical director of the Cancer Program and chairman of the Department of Surgery at South Nassau Communities Hospital , has been appointed president of the Nassau Surgical Society. “Dr. Datta has an unparalleled level of surgical expertise and... - April 08, 2009 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Anesthesia Staffing Consultants, Inc. Honored as One of the 2009 “Michigan 50 Companies to Watch”
Anesthesia Staffing Consultants, Inc. has been recognized as one of the 2009 “Michigan 50 Companies to Watch,” an awards program sponsored by the Edward Lowe Foundation and presented by Michigan Celebrates Small Business. - April 08, 2009 - Anesthesia Staffing Consultants
New Episode of Senior Care Podcast by LivHOME Explores Brain Aerobics for Seniors
Exercises Can be Done by Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime. - April 08, 2009 - LivHOME
Suburban Warrior Challenge II Kettlebell Fitness Competition Results
MBody Strength hosted the second Suburban Warrior Challenge kettlebell fitness competition on March 28, 2009. The event, held in Fullerton, California featured a 2.8 mile weighted hike and kettlebell exercise portions. “We upped the difficulty for the second Suburban Warrior Challenge by... - April 08, 2009 - MBody Strength LLC
Buff N’Shine’s President Earns International Certification in Floor Care
Joe Gradwohl, president of Buff N’Shine Professional Textile and Floor Care, located in Lansing’s Old Town neighborhood was recently recertified by the Institute for Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). This IICRC certification means that Mr. Gradwohl has proven... - April 07, 2009 - Buff N'Shine
ClinPlus®Report 4.0, Dramatically Improves Programmer Productivity for Production of CDISC ADaM Data and Safety Tables & Listings
The latest release of ClinPlus® Report, the company’s powerful authoring software for creating high-quality statistical tables and listings from all types of clinical data. Version 4.0 offers an optional ADaM Data Conversion and Reporting Toolkit with a 50+ Template Library that when used together, generates CDISC ADaM compliant safety tables and listings for ten data domains, while providing all supporting documentation in a validated, standardized way. - April 07, 2009 - DZS Software Solutions
Former Military Secret to Help Keep Hands Germ-Free
A former military secret will soon be helping hygiene-conscious individuals keep their hands free of infection for 24 hours at a time. - April 07, 2009 - Cranmart Ltd
Edmonton Business Coach Partners with Brian Tracy to Get Local Business Owners in the Game
John Cutler, a certified FocalPoint Business Coach works with local business owners, self-employed professionals, and senior executives to get on the path of success through business performance coaching and development services. - April 06, 2009 - FocalPoint Business Coaching Inc
Fa Introduces ‘Fa Men Xtreme’
Fa introduces fa men xtreme. Launches 3 variants - Speedster, Energy Zone and Cool Wave. - April 06, 2009 - Henkel India Ltd
Baxa Corporation Gets Social with Facebook and LinkedIn
Colorado Medical Device Company, Baxa Corporation, invites customers to just “have fun” and use social media tools to connect and share experience on Facebook and LinkedIn. More and more healthcare facilities, medical device companies and hospitals are using social media as a powerful tool to interact with their customers on a more personal level – complementing their more formal Web site content. - April 06, 2009 - Baxa Corporation
Help for Those Facing a Senior Health Care Crisis
Finally, the most complete website for all facets of finding senior care launches. - April 05, 2009 - GeriCareFinder, Inc.
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons Showcases Tonometer Diaton Tonometry through the Eyelid
Tonometry though the Eyelid Tonometer Diaton by BiCOM Inc. is showcased at ASCRS 2009, San Francisco. American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons ASCRS 2009 is taking place April 3-8. Tonometry through Eyelid is a valuable addition to refractive surgeons. - April 05, 2009 - BiCOM Inc.
Center For Chiropractic & Wellness Hosts Patient Appreciation Day
Dr. Darcy Ward and Dr. Jennifer Greenfield, doctors of chiropractic at Center for Chiropractic & Wellness (www.carolinachirowellness.com), a North Raleigh chiropractic center, have announced that the firm will host its first Patient Appreciation Day on Thursday, April 9 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at... - April 05, 2009 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Pivotal Study to Focus on System to Repair Knee Cartilage Damage
Craig Levitz, MD, South Nassau's chairman of Orthopedics and director of South Nassau's Center for Advanced Orthopedics, is among a group of orthopedic surgeons in the United States that is enrolling candidates for a multi-center, randomized, pivotal clinical trial that will evaluate the safety and efficacy of CAIS for the surgical treatment of articular cartilage tears (lesions) of the knee. - April 04, 2009 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Eye Care Associates Introduces Carolina Blue Ray-Ban Wayfarers
Dr. Stephen Bolick, founder & CEO of Eye Care Associates, a locally owned and operated multi-site optometric practice, has announced that the classic sunglass look of Ray-Ban Wayfarer is now available in “Carolina Blue” - a first of its kind. The sunglasses are available exclusively... - April 04, 2009 - Eye Care Associates
42 Market Research Launches Online Interviews for Pharmaceutical Research in Brazil and Mexico
The market research agency, 42 market research, is now offering online interviews in Brazil and Mexico, and so continues to expand its leading position in online market research for the healthcare industry. - April 04, 2009 - 42 market research
NATO Summit Baden-Baden - SPA Against Summit Stress
On Friday, 3 April 2009, Baden-Baden is the center of the world attention. The World leaders are flocking in to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the NATO. The health institutions are preparing for the onrush of the participants. The SPA & Tourism association of Baden-Baden as well as the medical tourism platform ONMEDIX register interest in health services. - April 04, 2009 - ONMEDIX
Advanced Test Equipment Lab Technicians Receive ASQ Certification
Three of Advanced Test Equipment’s lab technicians have achieved Certified Calibration Technician (CCT) status from ASQ (American Society for Quality). This certification recognizes that each of their lab technicians have reached a significant level of professional recognition, indicating a... - April 04, 2009 - Advanced Test Equipment Rentals
The Apartments at Coolidge School Now Officially Open
Luxury Living in a Historic School for Active Adults 55+ The Apartments at Coolidge School, an active adult community 55+, announced its grand opening today. The 1915 brick schoolhouse, originally by designed by Clarence P. Hoyt and Curtis W. Bixby in Classical Revival style, has been fully... - April 04, 2009 - The Apartments at Coolidge School
Marie Stopes International Welcomes Review of Condom and Abortion Advertising Rules
Condoms could soon be advertised before the 9pm watershed, and abortion services could be advertised on television and radio for the first time. - April 04, 2009 - Marie Stopes International
National Conference on Holistic Addiction Treatment, April 17-19, 2009 in Sacramento, California at the Hilton Arden Hotel
A National Conference on Holistic Addiction Treatment bringing together top clinicians in the country who have successfully treated alcohol and drug addictions as well as mental health conditions with targeted nutritional supplements. - April 04, 2009 - Community Addiction Recovery Association
Mack’s® Earplugs Are #1 Doctor-Recommended Brand According to New Research
Mack’s® tops list in all categories. - April 04, 2009 - McKeon Products
My Program for Life and St Peter's University Hospital Host Free Surgical Weight Loss Seminar April 9th
If you are considering weight loss surgery and want to learn more about it, My Program for Life is hosting a free educational seminar on surgical weight loss, Thursday, April 9th, at 7:00 p.m. at Saint Peter's University Hospital. Learn the facts and get your questions answered. - April 04, 2009 - Program For LIFE™
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Substance Abuse in Returning Iraqi and Afghanistan Veterans, on One Hour at a Time with Host Mary Woods of Westbridge
Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel on April 6, 2009 to hear Dr. Potenza’s interview. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - April 04, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services
Lung Surgery Patients Experience Better Outcomes When Treated by Thoracic Surgeons
A study on the outcomes of 19,754 lung cancer surgery patients showed that patients who were treated by board-certified thoracic surgeons experienced better long-term outcomes than patients who were treated by non-specialists. The study presented by Farood Farjah, MD, at the annual meeting of the... - April 04, 2009 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Sport Specific Performance Announces Launch of Two New Vitamin Supplements Exclusively for Golfers
Sport Specific Performance, a manufacturer and distributor of all natural vitamin supplements announced today the launch of two new products; GOLF FOCUS and GOLF STRENGTH developed exclusively for golfers of all levels. GOLF FOCUS features a variety of all natural ingredients to promote mental... - April 04, 2009 - Sport Specific Performance
Alphamed Solutions Launches New Corporate Website
Alphamed empowers physicians and medical practices of all sizes to reduce their cost and medical errors and to maximize their clinical, financial and operational efficiencies and ultimately improve the physicians quality of life and their patients quality of care. - April 04, 2009 - Alphamed Solutions, Inc.
International Non-Profit Organization Formed to Make Quality Health Care Accessible to All
The organization aims to offer medical guidance, treatment, and assistance to the uninsured, under-insured and anyone within the U.S. in need of additional resources. - April 03, 2009 - International Wellness and Healthcare Travel Association (IWHTA)
Pennsylvania Resolution Aims to Increase Celiac Disease Awareness Statewide
PA Legislature proclaims April ‘Celiac Disease Awareness Month.’ - April 03, 2009 - National Foundation for Celiac Awareness
High Cost of Healthcare at Home Brings American to Taiwan’s Min-Sheng Hospital for Bilateral Knee Surgery
Driven by the high cost of healthcare in the U.S, a patient recently traveled to Taiwan’s Min-Sheng Hospital for total knee replacement surgery, and left enthusiastic about the care and service he received. - April 03, 2009 - Min-Sheng Hospital
Healthcare Market Research: 50% Off Highlighted Market Research in Biotech, Healthcare, Nanotechnology and Biofuel
BioMarket Group have reduced the price on a number of featured healthcare market research reports by 50%. - April 03, 2009 - BioMarket Group
Study Shows Stereotactic Biopsy System Delivers Greater Accuracy in Detecting Cancer and Planning for Targeted Prostate Cancer Therapies
TargetScan Touch is a stereotactic biopsy and treatment system delivering precision at the touch of the physician’s fingers. - April 03, 2009 - Envisioneering Medical Technologies
Haws Introduces the HydrationStation™ - The World's First Hands-Free, Hygienic Water Dispenser
Introducing HydrationStation™ - The World's First Hands-Free, Hygienic Water Dispenser. - April 03, 2009 - Haws Corporation
Nutrition Book Improves Cardiovascular Health
A new book entitled, "What Should I Eat? A Food-Endowed Prescription For Health" is a 136-page book that details what combination of specific foods, fluids, and exercise generate a healthy cardiovascular lipids environment. The first 10-chapters instruct readers how to design a menu for cardiovascular health. Chapter 11 provides a fill-out list of specific foods and supplements, when consumed chronically, is shown to produce a healthy cardiovascular lipids profile. - April 03, 2009 - Phytonutrition: Finding Fitness for Life!
Extract Systems Announces New Desktop Redaction Software - ID Shield Office
Extract Systems announced that it has broadened its document management platform to include a desktop version of its award-winning redaction software, ID Shield. The new desktop version, ID Shield Office, allows legal professionals to find and remove privileged information before releasing documents for eDiscovery, and can automatically redact privacy information such as social security numbers, names and phone numbers. - April 02, 2009 - Extract Systems