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Do You Know How Your Bank Stacks Up?

In these troubled financial times, it is important for the consumer to know whether his or her bank is safe. The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT) has compiled a list of sources where one can find out. - February 24, 2009 - The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT)

Free CE Webinar Offered for First-Ever National Safe Handling Awareness Day (April 20, 2009)

Healthcare professionals are invited to participate in a free, one-hour safe handling CE webinar addressing the proper handling of hazardous drugs on April 20, 2009, the inaugural Safe Handling Awareness Day. - February 24, 2009 - Carmel Pharma

Clear Fusion Orthodontic Hybrid Retainers

Clear Fusion Orthodontic Appliances Ltd, Located on Long Island has introduced a new concept in Aesthetic Orthodontic Retention... Today’s patients, especially those completing clear aligner therapy, do not want Wires or the Hawley type retainer. The Invisible Retainer has been available for... - February 23, 2009 - Clear Fusion Orthodontic Appliances Ltd.

Kelly Chicas, Psychotherapist Announces Launch of New Blog, Albuquerque Family Counseling

Kelly Chicas of Albuquerque Family Counseling is committed to assisting the non-traditional individual, couple or family with improving their lives through the addition of the Albuquerque Family Counseling blog. - February 23, 2009 - Albuquerque Family Counseling

Achy Joints Relief Breakthrough Announced to U.S. Athletes

Achy joints (http://www.flexnow.us) relief breakthrough, FlexNow® a natural dietary supplement with a new approach for painful joints releases its clinical trial results to U.S. athletes. - February 23, 2009 - FlexNow

SF Massage Supply Serves Up a Huge Array of Popular Home Spa and Massage Products at Budget-Friendly Prices

Local San Francisco Massage Supply Store carries everything you need, whether you're a Licensed Massage Therapist or not. - February 23, 2009 - San Francisco Massage Supply Co.

Hawaii Based Bath & Body Company Goes to the Alive! Green Expo at the Oscars

Hilo based firm Katy Johnson Resort Wear, announces that their product line, Body by K, was at the Alive! Green Expo in Los Angeles, CA. The products were showcased in the Alive! Green giftbag. - February 23, 2009 - Katy Johnson Resort Wear

Eco-Friendly Hospital to Create New Jobs Coming Soon

Dr. Kenneth Pettit recently presented his plans to develop an eco-friendly hospital and medical campus to the Ahwatukee Foothills Village Planning Committee. The new facility, to be located between 50th Street and Chandler Boulevard, has been named the Paradigm Foothills Hospital. The development... - February 22, 2009 - Dr. Kenneth Pettit

AnaSpec Introduces Industry’s First NMHC II Antibodies

AnaSpec has announced the release of the industry’s first provider of nonmuscle myosin class II heavy chain (NMHC) antibodies. Nonmuscle myosin class II proteins belong to the superfamily of actin-based motor proteins. They form hexamer structures composed of two ~200kDa heavy chains (NMHC... - February 22, 2009 - AnaSpec, EGT Group

eBuyHD.com Add GPS Accessory Line

A new line of accessories for GPS systems are now available from eBuyHD.com. - February 22, 2009 - eBuyHD.com

Introducing in the State of Maryland, “Maryland Health Insurance Group”

Introducing to Maryland residents a local online agency that is able to provide health insurance solutions to meet your health insurance needs and coverage. With the growth of online insurance quoting and being able to gain coverage so quickly, MarylandHealthInsuranceGroup.com (MHIG) offers local personal services to Maryland residents search for health insurance, which is an important purchase. - February 21, 2009 - Maryland Health Insurance Group

mumms® Software Announces Major Program Update - PAS™ Version 12.0.0

Now more than ever, data collection and reporting is essential in managing a successful hospice organization. In response to this increasing need, mumms® Software is announcing a major update to its Patient Activity and Statistics (PAS™) program. PAS™ 12.0.0 will be provided to all... - February 21, 2009 - mumms Software

Precise Pet Products Brings in the New Year with a New Executive

Pet Food Company Appoints Richard "Kirk" Young as Executive Vice President - February 21, 2009 - Precise Pet Products

Diabetes Health Newtork Impacts 700,000 Viewers Monthly

ContextMedia’s first patient education network used by one in seven endocrinologists nationwide - February 21, 2009 - ContextMedia

How This Local Doctor is Treating Carpal Tunnel Without the Need for Surgery

Carpal tunnel research, new discoveries - February 21, 2009 - King Chiropractic

Ministrelli Women’s Heart Center to be Heart Check Up Sponsor for American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women Luncheon, Feb. 25

First and only cardiac center in Michigan designed expressly for the prevention, diagnosis and research of women’s heart disease, will provide health screening at the event. - February 21, 2009 - Beaumont Foundation

The Funny Side of Sobriety

Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel to hear Jack Lynch’s interview – and many other intriguing interviews. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - February 21, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services

United Case™, a UFP Technologies Brand, Introduces Exclusive Foam for Protective Case Inserts

United Case™, a UFP Technologies brand (NASDAQ: UFPT), introduces Case Fit™ 260. Case Fit 260 is United Case’s proprietary foam material used for fabricating custom inserts for protective cases. Case Fit 260 exhibits the most important aspects necessary for interior case protection. - February 21, 2009 - UFP Technologies, Inc.

Deccan Fertility Clinic & Keyhole Surgery Center--IVF Clinic and Infertility Center in India.

The Deccan Fertility Clinic and Keyhole Surgery Center is India's first budget IVF clinic and an ISO 9001-2000 certified center. - February 21, 2009 - Deccan Fertility Clinic & Keyhole Surgery Center

Global Solutions Inc Acquires Majority Holding in e-Medsol

Global Solutions Inc., a leader in strategic and software consulting services, today announced that it has acquired a majority holding in e-Medsol Pvt. Ltd. - February 21, 2009 - e-Medsol

Source-Omega Founder Speaks on Microalgae Oil Omega-3 Replacements for Medical Fish Oils

Source-Omega, LLC announced today it will be presenting at the upcoming International Symposia on Bioinformatics for Biomedical and Ecological Applications in Prasanthi Nilayam, India. The conference is being held during February 20-21, 2009 at the renowned Sri Sathya Sai University and is organized by Biosciences Chair Professor Srirama Krupanidhi. - February 20, 2009 - Source-Omega

Magnus Health Portal is Going Under the Clippers for Children's Cancer and Personal Health Record Awareness

Magnus Health Portal (www.magnushealth.com), a secure web-based Personal Health Record (PHR), enables individuals and families to collect, store and share personal medical information in one location anytime, anywhere with no hardware or software to install. Today, Magnus Health Portal announced a fundraising effort with the St. Baldrick's Foundation which raises funds and awareness to cure childrens' cancer by shaving the heads of volunteers. - February 20, 2009 - Magnus Health Portal

A Brand-New Website for Finding Out About Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Counselling in Nottingham

New website for Nottingham Counselling, Nottingham cognitive behaviour therapy, and Nottingham hypnotherapy and psychotherapy. Articles, self help, exercises, news and blog. Vauna Beauvais, Nottingham Therapy. - February 20, 2009 - Nottingham Therapy Online

Georgia Residents Lobby Congress to Fight Arthritis

Key Arthritis Advocates from all over Ga. will be on Capitol Hill from March 2-4, 2009 as part of the Arthritis Foundation’s 11th annual Advocacy and Kids’ Summit. Several Georgia children and adults who have arthritis will meet with members of Congress to let them know that more needs... - February 20, 2009 - Arthritis Foundation Georgia Chapter

Get to the Bottom of Gold Standard 100% Casein™ with ON’s New E-Z Scoop Opening

With an E-Z Scoop Opening that lets consumers enjoy every last ounce of premium quality sports nutrition, Optimum Nutrition is distinguished once again for innovation. - February 20, 2009 - Optimum Nutrition

The Offshore Group to Host Aerospace Manufacturing in Mexico Conference in Guaymas, Sonora

Guaymas, Mexico aerospace industry cluster to be examined at international manufacturing event. - February 20, 2009 - The Offshore Group

Xfuel to Sponsor Team Foxy, the Largest Top Ranked Female Gamers’ Organization

Xfuel has reached an agreement to sponsor Team Foxy throughout the 2009 season starting with the MLG opener at the New Jersey Meadowlands, April 3-5. Team Foxy is a highly ranked group of female gamers representing and promoting the presence of women in the gaming industry. In an effort to make... - February 20, 2009 - Xfuel

Treasure Coast’s Own "Pet Psychic" Presents at Expo of Heart in Ft. Lauderdale

Did you know that your state of mind can impact your animal’s health? Kumari’s workshop Our Animals, Ourselves will be at 5:00 pm in Room 305. She will also be doing a limited number of mini-sessions at her booth #28. - February 20, 2009 - Kumari Inc

New Cartridge Bubble Point Tester from PMI

Machine built with ease of use for the end user in mind. - February 20, 2009 - Porous Materials, Inc.

FDA Releases Names of Drugs Now Available as Money-Saving Generics

Each year, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves scores of generic drugs that treat a wide variety of conditions and help consumers save money. In a February 2009 roundup of approved generics, the following were listed: Commercial Name Generic Name Purpose Risperdal Risperidone Treat... - February 20, 2009 - The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT)

Medi Introduces Mediven® Sheer & Soft: Stylish and Comfortable Compression Therapy Treatments Now Available

Medi USA, a worldwide leader in medical therapy products, introduces Mediven® Sheer & Soft, a complete line of fashionable, discreet and comfortable compression therapy stockings suitable for day and evening wear. Independently proven to be more sheer and comfortable than leading competitors, Sheer & Soft stockings are available in a variety of colors. - February 20, 2009 - Medi USA

New White Paper Stresses Importance of Understanding Materials for the Medical Device Industry

CERAM, a global expert in medical device materials analysis, testing and consultancy, has published a white paper that highlights how critical a knowledge of materials and their characteristics is to the medical device manufacturer. How A Detailed Understanding of Materials is Playing a Vital role... - February 20, 2009 - Lucideon

Online Vaporizer Superstore VaporNation Offers Live Customer Support

Online vaporizer superstore VaporNation.com is now offering Live Customer Support, Monday to Saturday from 9 A.M. to 6 P.M. - February 20, 2009 - VaporNation.com

Paradise Medspa and Wellness Announce First Year Anniversary - Business Continues to Grow Despite Down Economy

Drs. Rebecca Weiss and Kristine Sarna thank loyal patients for their continued success. - February 19, 2009 - Paradise Medspa & Wellness

Team Fitness America’s Los Angeles Personal Trainers Add More Service Hours

Through their development of a solid base of Los Angeles personal trainers to back up their new service hours, Team Fitness America implemented a careful hiring process that consisted of certification checks, reference checks, and background checks. - February 19, 2009 - Team Fitness America

AnaSpec Introduces Industry’s Most Sensitive Luminescent Alkaline Phosphatase Assay Kits

AnaSpec announced the release of the industry’s most sensitive assay kits for the detection of alkaline phosphatase activities. The SensoLyteTM Luminescent Alkaline Phosphatase and SensoLyteTM Luminescent Alkaline Phosphatase ELISA assay kits contain a chemiluminescent substrate capable of... - February 19, 2009 - AnaSpec, EGT Group

RONCO Launches New Website

RONCO has launched its new website, www.ronco.ca. The website is simpler, easier to navigate, user-friendly and lists more products than before. - February 19, 2009 - RONCO

Manufacturers Turn to Nutricap Labs for GMP Survival Strategy

As nutraceutical manufacturers crunch to prepare for FDA mandated GMP regulation deadline, Nutricap Labs counsels retailers on compliance. Nutricap Labs will identify and answer the top questions retailers should address with private labeling partners once all manufacturers are required to be GMP compliant in the May 2009 issue of Natural Product Marketplace magazine. - February 18, 2009 - Nutricap Labs

Richmond EMS Chief Jerry Overton Named President/CEO of Road Safety International, Inc.

Road Safety International, Inc., the market leader in driver safety and performance monitoring systems and developer of the SafeForce(tm) Driving System for emergency vehicles, today announced that Jerry Overton, head of the Richmond (Va.) Ambulance Authority since 1991 and one of the most prominent leaders in emergency medical services, will join Road Safety as president and chief executive officer. - February 18, 2009 - Road Safety International, Inc.

Ophthalmic Instruments Inc. Becomes Authorized Topcon Dealer in California

Ophthalmic Instruments Inc (www.oii-ca.com) has announced that the company, which has been the leading ophthalmic distributor in California for more than 30 years, recently became and authorized distributor of Topcon, a world-renowned ophthalmic manufacturer. - February 18, 2009 - Ophthalmic Instruments, Inc.

DeWitt Public Schools Launches Friendly, Flexible & Cost-Effective Website - Foxbright’s Express Design Delivers “Value Far in Excess of Cost”

Just north of Lansing, Michigan, DeWitt Public Schools serves nearly 3,000 students, in six different school buildings. This fact played havoc on the district’s image on the web. “We have a community of very involved parents, and they are always asking for information,” says Pat... - February 18, 2009 - Foxbright

Grand Opening of Masy Systems’ Biorepository

State of the Art Biorepository Opening in February 2009. - February 18, 2009 - Masy Systems

Laser, Skin and Wellness Melbourne Open House - Renew Your Skin and Smooth Wrinkles with Skeyndor Eternal Stem Cells

Laser, Skin and Wellness clinic in Melbourne Chadstone will discuss non-surgical face surgery & botox alternatives using Skeyndor MesoScience Virtual MesoTherapy on Feb 19 and Feb 26, 2009 at the Laser clinic in Chadstone Shopping Centre in Melbourne “Your Skin's Re-Birth Open House.” - February 18, 2009 - Laser, Skin and Wellness Clinic

Comfort and Convenience Come to Dr. Gourmet

Now available at http://www.drgourmet.com, The Quality Calorie Diet will allow users who want to eat home-style, familiar foods can choose “The Comfort Food Diet” option. In addition, The Quality Calorie Diet now offers users the option of choosing convenience meals, such as Lean Cuisine or WeightWatchers frozen meals, in addition to or in place of scheduled meals. - February 18, 2009 - Dr. Gourmet

Dr. David I. Minkoff Reveals Three Actions of Body Detox™ in March Lecture

Dr. David I. Minkoff MD (http://www.drminkoff.com), reveals the three actions of Body Detox™ that help the body handle its daily battle with environmental toxins in his March 2009 lecture series “Aspects of Achieving Optimum Health.” - February 18, 2009 - Dr. David I. Minkoff MD

Atlas Announces Further Expansion of Ergonomic Service Provider Network

Atlas Ergonomics, LLC, the nation's largest provider of ergonomics services to employers, announced today that it has added 29 groups to its nationwide network, and now offers services in 1147 locations. Known for its results-based ergonomics programs, Atlas works with its nationwide network of... - February 18, 2009 - Atlas Ergonomics, LLC

U Smile Radio Show Features Interview with The Nurturer’s Coach Hueina Su on blogtalkradio.com/usmile

Blog Talk Radio U Smile Show features The Nurturer’s Coach Hueina Su, a life coach, professional speaker and author of Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul: 7 Keys to Nurture Yourself While Caring for Others. Su discusses what defines a nurturer, shares her personal journey in overcoming insurmountable challenges and thriving as a nurturer. As The Nurturer's Coach, Su helps nurturers practice intensive self care, create work life balance, and live the life they truly desire with purpose. - February 18, 2009 - Beyond Horizon Coaching

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