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Roman Eyes Optical of Johns Creek Now Accepts VSP and EyeMed Eyecare Insurance
Roman Eyes Optical of Johns Creek Georgia adds VSP and EyeMed eyecare insurance to its list of insurances welcome. - July 18, 2008 - Eyeworks of Decatur
NuU Medspa Kicks-Off New Campaign Dedicated to Their Clients Campaign: The NuU Face of NuU
NuU Medspa, the pioneer of the Medical Spa Industry, will kick-off their new campaign, The NuU Face of NuU, in August 2008. The campaign will feature a real-life client whose life has changed and taken a positive turn as a result of non-invasive medical treatments/procedures performed at one of the... - July 17, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
Travel + Leisure ’s 13th Annual World’s Best Awards Readers’ Survey Results Announced
Bangkok Named World’s Best City 2008. Triple Creek Ranch in Montana Ranked No. 1 U.S. Hotel. Nancy Novogrod, editor-in-chief of Travel + Leisure, today announces that Bangkok, Galápagos Islands, and Virgin America are first-time overall winners in Travel + Leisure ’s 2008... - July 17, 2008 - American Express Publishing
Ecumen Provides Presidential Candidates 10 Top Reasons to Discuss Long-Term Care Reform
Senior housing provider Ecumen highlights reasons for financing reforms necessary in the American age wave. - July 17, 2008 - Ecumen
Colorado BioScience Association Launches New Pilot Externship Program, Connecting Jefferson County High School Science Teacher with Boulder's Array BioPharma
Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) has announced the debut of a new educational program this summer – an externship for a local high school science teacher at one of the area’s prominent biotechnology companies. Tamra Miaja, a Bear Creek High School biology teacher is the first teacher to take part in CBSA’s pilot externship program and has spent part of her summer at Array BioPharma, headquartered in Boulder. - July 17, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
Heart Smart® Recipe Box Launches on HenryFord.com
Henry Ford Health System has launched its Heart Smart® Recipe Box, online at www.henryford.com/heart, with recipes that are as good for your heart as they are to eat. - July 17, 2008 - Henry Ford Health System
Marriage And Family Counseling Sector Adds One More
Just recently, Jennifer Baxt completed her doctorate in marriage and family therapy. Her mission is to help as many people as she can, which is why she is trying to make herself as accessible as possible. There is even a free therapy forum now being offered on the site to give more people the opportunity to find some helpful advice or suggestions online, instead of having to make an appointment in person. - July 17, 2008 - Complete Counseling Solutions
Center For Chiropractic & Wellness Hosts Food Matters Movie Night
Dr. Jennifer Greenfield, a doctor of chiropractic at Center for Chiropractic & Wellness (www.carolinachirowellness.com), a North Raleigh chiropractic center, has announced that the firm is hosting a free movie night on Tuesday, July 22 at 6 p.m. at the American Cancer Society Conference Room on... - July 17, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Romance, Passion and Intimacy Products Company, Master & Mistress, to Exhibit at London LENY New York
Lorne Caplan announced today that Master & Mistress Pheromone Romance, Passion and Intimacy Products Company, will be exhibiting at the LENY London Edge New York trade show. - July 17, 2008 - Master & Mistress Pheromone Infused Products
mMyself.com Unveils India's First Just-for-Women Private Portal
mMyself.com, India's First Just-for-Women Online Destination for Private Shopping, Expressions and Enlightenment, Today Announced the Official Launch of Its Website. - July 17, 2008 - mMyself.com
MensMax.com Considers Buyout Offer for RestoreMax Brand
To sell or not to sell is often a difficult question for any company with a growing brand. Now MensMax.com™ (www.MensMax.com) is facing that question with regards to its RestoreMax™ Brand, the first ever penis skin care treatment. A very solid consumer products and healthcare company... - July 17, 2008 - Redu, Inc. (dba MensMax)
APFED Announces Approval of ICD9 Codes for Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders
APFED announced today that ICD-9-CM codes have been approved for Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders, EGID, by the National Counsel for Health Statistics, NCHS. APFED submitted its proposal to the NCHS in September 2007 for four diseases: eosinophilic esophagitis, gastritis, gastroenteritis and... - July 17, 2008 - APFED
Food & Wine Magazine and American Express Partner to Offer Exclusive Restaurant Reservations for Cardmembers Through September 30
Partnership Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Food & Wine Best New Chefs. Need a last-minute dinner reservation? Traveling to a new city? Food & Wine, published by American Express Publishing Corporation, a subsidiary of American Express Company, is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the... - July 16, 2008 - American Express Publishing
PanCan Announces Golf Outing to Raise Funds for Pancreatic Cancer Research
Team HOPE, the Detroit affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), will hold its second annual “Links for a Cure” golf event to raise money for pancreatic cancer research. The event will take place on August 25 at the exclusive Tam O’Shanter Country Club in West... - July 16, 2008 - The Detroit affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
She May be Weak, But Her Website is Still Going Strong
5th Anniversary for Christine Miserandino and Butyoudontlooksick.com. - July 16, 2008 - ButYouDontLookSick.com
Amoena® USA Announces Denise Landy as New Regional Manager
Amoena®, the worldwide leader in post-breast surgery products announced the appointment of Denise Landy as Regional Manager of the Northeast territories for Amoena USA Corporation effective May 11, 2008. - July 16, 2008 - Amoena
Physicians at the Midwest Vein Center Are First in Chicago to Obtain Board Certification
The Midwest Vein Center (MVC) announced today that all of its physicians have passed the board examination in Phlebology. It is the only group vein care practice in the Chicago area in which all physicians have received this top honor from the American Board of Phlebology (ABPh). - July 16, 2008 - Midwest Vein Center
Hawaii Based Resort Wear & Beauty Company Launches Kona Coffee Bath & Body Line
Katy Johnson Resort Wear, a resort wear & spa firm, located in Hawaii, just debuted a new & unique line of bath & body products called body by K, made with 100% Kona coffee. - July 15, 2008 - Katy Johnson Resort Wear
3 Ounce Store Provides Top Brand Fragrances for the Air Traveler
Air Travelers have options. Launch of 3 Ounce Store (http://www.3ouncestore.com) gives air travelers a single source website to browse and purchase fragrance products from over 300 top brand designers. All volumes are 3 Ounces (88ml) or less. - July 15, 2008 - 3 Ounce Store
Locally Produced Podcast Featured on iTunes U: Inside Michigan Education Podcast Featured on Michigan’s New Learning Portal on iTunes U
Inside Michigan Education, a weekly podcast produced in Downtown Grand Rapids, features in-depth interviews with regional experts who share their knowledge and opinions about the present condition and future needs of Michigan's K-12 education system: Inside Michigan Education is now featured on... - July 14, 2008 - Foxbright
Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc. Introduces eCallections™, the Patient Payment Reminder Service That Will Increase Collections and Reduce Costs
Full service patient payment reminder service frees office staff from time-consuming and costly phone calls to focus on providing care to patients. - July 14, 2008 - Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc.
Positive Air, Inc. (SleepRestfully.com) to Distribute Resmed’s New VPAP Auto 25
SleepRestfully.com by Positive Air, Inc. of Houston, Texas, a leader in the Sleep Apnea equipment and portable oxygen concentrator industry since 1971, announced they will distribute Resmed’s New VPAP Auto 25. - July 14, 2008 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
Trevigen Announces the First Standardized Comet Assay Electrophoresis System (ES) for Direct Detection of DNA Damage
Trevigen, with funding from Phase 1 and Phase II SBIR grants, makes available a novel complete assay system which includes CometSlides™, reagents, control cells and an electrophoresis unit. - July 13, 2008 - Trevigen, Inc.
Alan S. Nasar, MD will Present Lecture on “Birmingham Hip Resurfacing System” in Freehold, New Jersey
Freehold orthopedic surgeon Alan S. Nasar, MD will present a free public lecture on hip arthroscopy, hip resurfacing, and hip replacement at the Health Awareness Center at CentraState’s Ambulatory Campus. Dr. Nasar is part of the team of orthopedic surgeons from Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey, which presents public lectures on joint health in the Monmouth County communities of New Jersey. - July 13, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Positive Air, Inc. (SleepRestfully.com) to Distribute Respironics GoLox Portable Liquid System
SleepRestfully.com by Positive Air, Inc. of Houston, Texas, a leader in the Sleep Apnea equipment and portable oxygen concentrator industry since 1971, announced they will distribute the just released Respironics GoLox Portable Liquid System. - July 13, 2008 - Sleep Restfully, Inc.
Non-profit Association Provides Prompt Disaster Relief to Members in Aftermath of Midwest Flooding
The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT) is providing immediate disaster relief to members who have been adversely affected by the recent flooding in many midwestern states. - July 13, 2008 - The Federation of American Consumers and Travelers (FACT)
Revised PhRMA Marketing Code Calls for More Educational Materials for Health Care Providers and Staff - Anatstat Health Education Can Help
The newly revised PhRMA Code, which will take effect in January 2009, states that “interactions between company representatives and healthcare professionals should be focused on informing the healthcare professionals about products, providing scientific and educational information, and supporting medical research and education.” Anatstat Health Education can help. - July 13, 2008 - Anatstat USA Health Education Media
Hospitalists of West Michigan Launches New Website: Website a Healthcare Resource for Hospital Patients and Primary Care Providers
Hospitalists of West Michigan (HOWM) has a unique specialty: caring for hospitalized patients. Their mission is to ensure that their patients have the most positive possible care experience during treatment at Spectrum Health Blodgett and Butterworth Campuses. To do this, HOWM has brought together... - July 13, 2008 - Foxbright
New Back & Neck Pain Treatment is a Remarkable Alternative to Surgery
New Back & Neck Pain Treatment is a Remarkable Alternative to Surgery. The Accu-Spina™ with IDD Therapy® protocols manufactured by North American Medical Corporation is a non-invasive medical procedure that has an 86 percent success rate in treating herniated, bulging, degenerated... - July 12, 2008 - Allied Healthcare Clinics, Inc. The Home of The Running Doctor
Finally There’s Help for Doctors Who Need to Get in Shape to Set Better Examples for Their Patients
“Some doctors are in worse shape than their patients! Some are chain smokers, coffee addicts, fast-food junkies and sleep deprived. Factor this in with the occupational stressors of the job, HMOs, hospital politics, and high patient loads and the perfect mix for detrimental emotional and physical consequences are set into motion," says Dr. Thomas an avid runner and triathlete who has the answer. Finally there is help for doctors who want to get back into shape. - July 12, 2008 - Allied Healthcare Clinics, Inc. The Home of The Running Doctor
My Yoga Online Partners with Yoga Month to Promote Wellness and Community Outreach
My Yoga Online is proud to announced its’ participation as a media partner with Yoga Month and Yoga Health Foundation. - July 12, 2008 - My Yoga Online
Call Desk Inc to Offer Live Virtual Medical Receptionists to Medical Clinics
Call Desk Inc announced that they have enhanced their services to provide HIPAA compliant virtual medical receptionists to medical clinics. Call Desk, Inc., offers virtual medical receptionists to medical clinics throughout the U.S. and Canada. For a fraction of the cost of hiring and training... - July 12, 2008 - Call Desk Inc
Grand Opening Community Acupuncture Clinic
Announcing Community Acupuncture Clinic every Monday from 9:00am-2:00pm Starting Aug. 18, 2008. - July 12, 2008 - Timeless Acupuncture, LLC
Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center Now Offering Velashape Treatments for Cellulite Reduction and Circumferential Reduction in the Orlando Area
Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center is one of the first medical spas in the Orlando area to offer Velashape Treatments as seen on Rachel Ray, Dr. Phil, and Keeping up With the Kardashians. Velashape is the first FDA approved non-surgical treatment for Circumferential reduction and cellulite reduction. - July 12, 2008 - Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center
IMAGINEradiology™ 5th Generation Release Offers New Possibilities in Practice Management
A new and expanded solution roadmap demonstrates IMAGINE’s continued commitment to driving customer and partner success. - July 12, 2008 - Technology Partners Inc. dba IMAGINE Software
Newgen Software Wins the CNBC TV 18 Emerging India Award
Awarded for the Emerging Company in the IT Space. - July 12, 2008 - Newgen Software Technologies
Samuel Cole Salon Stylists Attend International Color Seminar in NYC
Jack Ray and Erica Lockhart, leading stylists at Samuel Cole Salon in Raleigh, recently returned from New York City where they participated in a two-day International Colors Seminar presented by Wella, one of the leading international beauty suppliers. The seminar, held at The Wella Studio in... - July 11, 2008 - Samuel Cole Salon
Dr. J. Kip Matthews Honored by State Professional Association
Dr. J. Kip Matthews, a licensed psychologist in Athens, GA was recently named a Fellow in the Georgia Psychological Association, the organization’s highest honor. He is the co-founder of the Athens-based AK Counseling & Consulting, Inc., a private practice providing psychological counseling and business consulting services, as well as continuing education programs for healthcare professionals. - July 11, 2008 - AK Counseling & Consulting, Inc.
Ronco Introduces New Retail Line
Ronco announces the launch of its retail line. As a part of this line reusable and disposable gloves, garbage bags, sandwich and freezer bags, assorted cutlery, reusable shopping bags are now available in the retail market under Ronco brand name. - July 11, 2008 - RONCO
Diabetes Drugs Outperformed by Nutritional Supplement
Clinical trial shows that a nutritional supplement works far better than the eight leading diabetes drugs. - July 11, 2008 - SolaRx Health
Chocolate Malt 100% Whey Gold Standard™ Has Protein-Rich Ice Cream Parlor Taste
Chocolate Malt 100% Whey Gold Standard™ adds yet another delectable flavor to an impressive list – all providing the superior quality protein nutrition that serious athletes demand. - July 11, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
MDS Medical Software Offering Free Websites to Physicians with Purchase of EMR Software
Free website integrates with online patient portal: Enables patients to request prescription refills and appointments securely over the web. - July 11, 2008 - MDS Medical Software
Employees More Eager Than Ever to Capitalize on Virtual Work
Team Double-Click®, the nation’s largest virtual staffing agency launched a new innovative Licensed Virtual Assistant program on July 8th. This opportunity will provide individuals a viable option to build their own business, using Team Double-Click’s recognized name and solid reputation. - July 11, 2008 - Team Double-Click
Universal Botanicals is Proud to Feature Benefect, the Only Green-Certified, 100% Chemical Free & Non Toxic Disinfectant That is EPA Registered
Universal Botanicals delivers Green-Certified Home & Commercial Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products that are chemical-free, biodegradable and most importantly, safe for children. Their products are approved for the chemically sensitive, immuno-compromised and those who suffer from asthma and allergies. - July 10, 2008 - Universal Botanicals, LLC
The Secret to Past Life Regression from Ferguson & Associates Hypnotherapy LLC
“Most people will focus on whether the regression was real or not. But the real secret to past lives is; how has the client’s life improved because of the regression? Have unexplained hurts been allowed to fade? Confusion and chaos replaced by peace and harmony? Our clients say yes,” states Drew Ferguson. Drew & Dawn Ferguson, Certified Hypnotists state what they have found through the clients they have regressed. - July 10, 2008 - Ferguson & Associates Hypnotherapy LLC
Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc. (HST) Acquires DocOfficeRx™, the Leading Suite of Online Coding and Practice Management Tools
Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc. today announced the complete acquisition of DocOfficeRx (www.docofficerx.com), a leading online resource for medical coders, billers and other healthcare organizations. - July 10, 2008 - Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc.
Efficient Image Distribution and Storage Promises to Revolutionize Health Care
Cost effective, secure medical image storage and distribution services now available from Medical Data Management. - July 10, 2008 - Medical Data Management, LLC
Dr. Thomas Young Earns Chiropractic Sports Physician Certification
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 Dr. Thomas Young has been officially credentialed as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician... - July 10, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc. Launches New Version of DocOfficeRx™, the Leading Suite of Online Medical Coding and Practice Management Tools
The new and completely re-engineered Web site focuses on delivering the most efficient and easy-to-use suite of online medical coding and practice management tools available anywhere. - July 10, 2008 - Healthcare Support Technologies, Inc.
Yoga Month Poised to Make Statement at Democratic National Convention
Yoga Month 09.2008, a national awareness campaign to inspire a healthy and informed lifestyle, kicks off the Democratic National Convention in Denver with a nonpartisan yoga health festival and benefit concert. Yoga master Seane Corn and music sensation Justin Nozuka will headline the events. - July 10, 2008 - Yoga Health Foundation