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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.

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

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

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

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™

Mack’s® Earplugs Are #1 Doctor-Recommended Brand According to New Research

Mack’s® tops list in all categories. - April 04, 2009 - McKeon Products

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

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

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

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

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!

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

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

EMR Software to be Funded by New Economic Stimulus Plan

The economic stimulus plan signed by President Obama includes funding for the long awaited EMR software (also called EHR Software) (electronic medical records software, or electronic health record) for doctor’s offices and can result in better patient care and treatment. - April 02, 2009 - MedicalBillingSoftware.com

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

Specialty Online Retailer, Dead Sea Market Adds Swisa Beauty to Its Product Line

Online specialty retailer, Dead Sea Market announced today that it will be adding Swisa Beauty to its product line up. Swisa Beauty mud masks, salt scrubs, body butters, lotions, and peels will be joining well known Dead Sea brands such as Dead Sea Premier, Adovia (formerly SeaOra), and Inspire... - April 02, 2009 - Dead Sea Market

Angelite Intense Pulsed Light Skin Therapy System

Advanced Technology Laser Company (ATL) Receives 510(k) for Angelite Intense Pulsed Light Skin Therapy System. - April 02, 2009 - LaserATL.com

Senior Housing and Services Leader Ecumen Highlights 10 Things Changing in an Aging America

Ecumen leader Kathryn Roberts highlights innovation opportunities in rapidly aging society. - April 02, 2009 - Ecumen

QUBYX Released Free AAPM TG18, DIN 6868-57, IEC 61223 and DICOM Quality Assurance Software for Medical Displays

QUBYX Software Technologies, a source of medical imaging and color management products, today announced that it has released a Free software, called KleoQC, to verify if medical displays do confirm to medical standards like AAPM TG-18, DIN 6868-57 or IEC 61223. “We always seek to deliver... - April 02, 2009 - QUBYX Software Technologies Inc.

Dr. David Minkoff Reveals Hidden Source of Mercury Contamination

Dr. David Minkoff MD (http://www.drminkoff.com) reveals a hidden source of mercury contamination as serious as mercury toxic fish and silver/mercury amalgam dental fillings during Aspects of Achieving Optimum Health seminar series. - April 02, 2009 - Dr. David I. Minkoff MD

Vanash Launches as Competitor to Petroleum Jelly Products

Vanash-effectiveness comparable to petroleum jelly, but without the greasy residue. Groundbreaking solution to dry, chafed or ashy skin. - April 02, 2009 - Vanash

Autism Speaks Announces National Capital Area Walk Now for Autism Will be Held on October 31, 2009 on the National Mall

Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism advocacy organization, today announced the date for the National Capital Area Walk Now for Autism. All event proceeds support Autism Speaks who’s mission is to increase awareness about the growing autism epidemic, raise funds for research,... - April 02, 2009 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area

Pennsylvania Identifies MRI Hazards - Mednovus Products Respond

The Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority released 2008 MRI accident data, identifying an alarming number of screening 'misses', particularly pacemakers. Mednovus ferromagnetic detection systems help MRI providers identify many ferromagnetic objects and keep them from entering the MRI room where they may jeopardize the safety of patients and caregivers. - April 02, 2009 - Mednovus, Inc.

The First Oral Based Lead Test, LeadConfirm Professional, Makes Getting the Lead Out Easier

Aimed for the professional market, LeadConfirm Professional is less invasive than blood tests at detecting lead levels in the body. - April 02, 2009 - Confirm Biosciences

Austin Couples Find Non-Pathologizing Local Marriage Counselors via GoodTherapy.org

Couples in Austin who seek counseling to save their marriage now get a chance to connect with non-pathologizing marriage counselors and therapists in their vicinity. - April 02, 2009 - GoodTherapy.org

ALLMAX Nutrition Launches CLA80 FEMME

ALLMAX Nutrition announces the release of their newest addition to the FEMME line – CLA80 FEMME™; a CLA weight loss solution exclusively for women. - April 01, 2009 - Allmax Nutrition

In Home Care Now Available in the Brandywine Valley, PA

Stay-at-Home awards franchise territory to Chuck Page. - April 01, 2009 - Stay at Home

National Franchise Expands Rapidly in Recession

Stay at Home Offers the Perfect Recession-Proof Business Model for “Compassionate Entrepreneurs” - April 01, 2009 - Stay at Home

NuU Unlimited Support Local Theatre Company in Lincoln Park Neighborhood

NuU Unlimited is excited to donate to Infusion Theatre Company’s annual Art of InFusion event, March 28, 2009 from 7p – 10p, held at the Chicago Art Source Gallery. Art of InFusion supports new plays and “consumer friendly” theatre through a celebration of live music,... - April 01, 2009 - NuU Unlimited

Locals Elected to National Council

Two local leaders have been named to a national council for long-term care billing. Business Office Manager Sibyl Bledsoe and Accounting Manager Jamie Keefer, both of Magnolia Manor, were recently accepted as members of the American Healthtech Enhancement Council. American Healthtech provides... - April 01, 2009 - Magnolia Manor Retirement Communities

Dr. David Minkoff Announces April 2009 Lecture Schedule

Dr. David Minkoff M.D. (http://www.drminkoff.com) announces his April 2009 lecture schedule for his “Aspects of Achieving Optimum Health” seminar series that includes a St. Anthony’s Triathlon appearance with 6-time Ironman World Champion, Dave Scott. - April 01, 2009 - Dr. David I. Minkoff MD

Cook & Associates Adds MEDILINQ to Its Roster of Benefits

Partnership extends MEDILINQ membership to retired athletes, individual and SMB customers. - April 01, 2009 - Medilinq

Goldshield Elite Participating in Florida Health Expo

Affordable Alternatives for Health and Wellness - April 01, 2009 - Goldshield Elite

LivHOME Buying Assets of AllianceCare Private Duty Businesses in 5 East Coast States

Major Step in Nationwide Expansion Gives LivHOME Coast-to-Coast Footprint. Represents Largest LivHOME Acquisition, 7th Since Beginning of 2007. - April 01, 2009 - LivHOME

Help 1,000 Grandmothers

Sponsors needed for 1,000 Mother's Day gifts to local nursing home residents. - April 01, 2009 - BasketCase Gifts

Mobility Express Launches Customer Focused Online Showroom

Mobility Express is a leading provider of personal mobility solutions with a trusted network of full-service showrooms and a tradition of personalized service. Now customers can enjoy the selection, service and value of Mobility Express with the convenience of online access. - April 01, 2009 - Mobility Express Inc.

THANN New Skin Care: Unlock the Miracle of Shiso

Shiso essential oils provide a strong taste whose intensity might be compared to that of mint. Shiso is rich in omega-3 fatty acid and alpha-linolenic acid with anti-inflammatory properties and is considered to help preserve and sterilize other foods. - March 31, 2009 - Harnn & Thann

World's Leading Scientists Meet to Examine Barriers for Stem Cell Therapies to Cure Spinal Cord Injury

Following President Barack Obama's decision to lift the ban on federal funding for embryonic stem cell research, medical and scientific experts will converge at the University of Georgia to discuss how recent advances in stem cell research can be translated into cures for spinal cord injuries. The... - March 31, 2009 - Bedford Stem Cell Research Foundation

Hospital-Employer Partnerships Create Affinity with Privately Insured Consumers, Lead to Cost Savings and Better Health

A new “thought paper” just released by Aegis Health Group, “Workforce Health Management Programs Bring Bottom-Line Benefits,” explores the growing market demand for initiatives that enable hospitals to attract privately insured consumers while assisting employers with one of the greatest financial challenges they face today: rising health care costs. - March 31, 2009 - Aegis Health Group

Puresource is Your Source of Seabuckthorn Products in Canada

Canadian distributor Puresource Natural Products adds Seabuckthorn International to its catalogue of Canadian producers. - March 31, 2009 - SBT Seabuckthorn International Inc.

Massachusetts Scientists Make Stem Cell Discovery

Cell Multiplication Controlled by a Surprising set of Genes. Stem cell researcher Dr. Ann Kiessling has discovered that early human embryo cells express CLOCK, and other circadian genes, that other human cells growing in laboratories did not. This was a surprise. According to Professor Jose Cibelli of Michigan State University, "This is a seminal paper. I am sure we will be referring back to it 10, 20 years from now." - March 30, 2009 - Bedford Stem Cell Research Foundation

Personalized Health Information: Just a Few Mouse Clicks Away

New guided health search technology removes the burden of typing keywords in searching health information. - March 30, 2009 - GuidedMed Inc.

Nu U Unlimited Participate in Successful Local Stylechicago Event: South Beach Style at Nacional 27

Warmer weather is right around the corner which means modern beauty tips, the latest on fashion for the season and parties, are you ready? NuUMedspa is one of the many participating sponsors in River North for “South Beach Style” that has taken place March 26, 2009. Attendees of... - March 29, 2009 - NuU Unlimited

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