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Baxa Announces Colorado BioScience Association Sponsorship
Baxa Corporation recognizes the work of the Colorado Bioscience Association (CBSA) on behalf of the Colorado medical device industry through a corporate sponsorship for 2008. Through the years, Baxa has provided support for CBSA events and activities without a formal sponsorship grant. The company’s investment underlines its support of CBSA initiatives for industry growth, networking and professional education. - May 03, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
Freehold Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Alan Nasar to Lecture on "Female Knee Replacement" at the CentraState Ambulatory Campus on May 13
Freehold orthopedic surgeon Alan S. Nasar, MD, will present a free public lecture on female knee replacements using Zimmer Gender Solution knee implants. Dr. Nasar is part of the team of orthopedic surgeons from the Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey, which has been presenting public lectures on joint health in the New Jersey communities of Monmouth County. - May 03, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
AnaSpec Presents Fluorimetric TACE Detection Poster at SBS Conference
AnaSpec presented its latest findings in regards to the detection of TACE activity using FRET technology. - May 03, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Safe, Fast Relief for Arthritis and Joint Pain Sufferers - Now in Canada
Blue Mountain Springs Wellness Products Ltd. announces the launch of its e-commerce website www.painrelief.md where, for the first time, Canadians are able to purchase the very popular topical pain relief products known as Super Blue Stuff OTC, from a Canadian-based on-line store. - May 03, 2008 - Blue Mountain Springs Wellness Products Ltd.
Two Revenue Streams, One Referral Source
Always Best Care is Only Senior Care Franchise Concept Offering In-Home Care, Assisted Living Placement Services. - May 03, 2008 - Always Best Care Senior Services
Canadian Venture Development Company Achieves Key Milestone with Completion of Successful Commercial Pilot Program of Its MPowRx Anti-Snoring Appliance
Calgary based Tech Avenue Ventures Corp. announced today that it has concluded a successful commercial pilot program for its clinically proven MPowRx anti-snoring appliance in association with four dental clinics, in Calgary, Alberta, selected for their demonstrated leadership in adopting... - May 03, 2008 - Tech Avenue Ventures
This Mother’s Day, Give Your Mom the Greatest Gift of All… Youth
NuU Medspa recognizes mothers on their Special Day with limited-time offers and VIP treatment. - May 02, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
Baxa Launches Microsite Featuring the MedBoard™ Medication Tracking System
Baxa announces the launch of a microsite dedicated to its MedBoard Medication Tracking System featuring enhanced product information and interactive demonstration tools. Customers can use the site’s interactive tools to explore MedBoard features and benefits, as well as download documents covering frequently asked questions and key product attributes. - May 02, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
Kids Day America, Vancouver WA
Children will become safer, healthier, and more productive citizens on May 17th, 2008. - May 02, 2008 - Quantum Chiropractic
A Little Goes a Long Way with New Glacier Green Speed Shot®
It’s the same powerful combination of energy and thermogenesis potentiators that Speed Shot® is known for with a refreshing new Glacier Green taste. - May 02, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
Nebraska Physician Appointed to Position at Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Dr. Scott P. Liggett, M.D. recently accepted an appointment to join the internationally renowned medical practice and staff at Mayo Clinic at Rochester. “I am truly honored and flattered to be invited to practice medicine at such a credible institution,” says Liggett. “To work... - May 01, 2008 - Dr. Scott P. Liggett, M.D.
To Your Health Naturally from Zenza and Happy Tales
People are always looking for the natural way to health. Here is a company and its products that really meet that need. Zenza Life Sciences provides consumers quality products for personal use or to provide an income opportunity as a home based business. - May 01, 2008 - Happy Tales Pets
Old Colony Elderly Services Appoints Erin Maki as New Finance Director
Old Colony Elderly Services (OCES) has recently appointed Erin M. Maki, a resident of Attleboro, as Finance Director. Located in Brockton, MA, OCES is one of 27 private, non-profit Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. In her new position as Finance Director,... - May 01, 2008 - Old Colony Elderly Services
Integra, Inc. Celebrates Its 200th DocuTrack Pharmacy Customer
Four years after installing the first DocuTrack system, Integra, Inc. celebrates its 200th DocuTrack customer. Customers include some of the nation’s largest pharmacy services providers including ChemRx. “Integra and DocuTrack were the clear choice for Chem Rx,” said Evan Selzer, Executive Vice President for Chem Rx. - May 01, 2008 - Integra, Inc.
Free Wheelchair Mission Local "Walk for Mobility" Event to be Hosted by Jones YMCA
Walk for Mobility Event will honor local residents who did not let being confined to a wheelchair stop them from making the community, thus the world, a better place, as well as raise funds to give the gift of mobility to others. - May 01, 2008 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center Supports Beta Center Through Fundraiser in Month of May in Honor of Mother's Day
Medi-spa in Central Florida, Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center, is offering clients a unique opportunity to save money on their favorite treatments while raising money simultaneously for "Beta Center," a local organization that supports pregnant and parenting teens and their babies through education and life skills. - May 01, 2008 - Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center
Orthopedic Surgeons of Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute Participate in Major Symposium on Hip Pain at CentraState Conference Center
Orthopedic surgeon Manuel T. Banzon, MD of Freehold, New Jersey was the featured speaker in “Free Yourself from Hip Pain,” a major symposium held on April 17. His lecture was followed by patient testimonials and a discussion panel of doctors from Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute. - May 01, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Loren and James Ridinger of Market America Featured on "Extra"
Loren and James Ridinger, senior vice president and president and CEO and of Market America, were recently featured on the show “Extra’s” Mansions and Millionaires special for the second consecutive year. The show interviews JR and Loren about Market America, shows a video tour of... - May 01, 2008 - Market America, Inc.
Nurse Next Door Addresses Needs of Victoria Seniors
Locally owned and operated franchise to deliver quality in-home care to Victoria seniors. - May 01, 2008 - Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Mom Always Said....."Get a Good Night's Sleep"....Give Her a Dose of Her Own Medicine
Is your mom one of the 49 million people who were prescribed sleep aid medication last year? Lack of sleep caused by stress and other factors can contribute to weight gain, anxiety and depression plus it can speed up the effects of aging. This Mother’s Day help your mom relax and get a... - April 30, 2008 - EclipseSpa
My Yoga Online Launches Enhanced Technology on Revolutionary Yoga, Wellness, Pilates and Meditation Lesson Video Website
Latest Version of Flash Streaming Video Technology Makes MyYogaOnline.com Available With High Quality Full Screen Video Across All Platforms and on All Browsers. MyYogaOnline.com (www.myyogaonline.com) has re-launched its website with improved Flash Streaming Video technology. The latest version... - April 30, 2008 - My Yoga Online
Changes in the Field of Revision Rhinoplasty
There are many changes going on in the field of revision rhinoplasty that will impact patients and doctors alike in the near future. - April 30, 2008 - Institute for Rhinoplasty and Nasal Reconstruction
Introduction of Botox in Facial Paralysis Surgery Leading to Optimism for Bell's Balsy Patients
Bell's palsy is a disorder that can cause facial paralysis due to damage of the nerves that control the muscles that control facial movement. The typical effects of Bell's palsy can include swelling and inflammation of the face and affects the nerves that sends signals to the brain, which then... - April 30, 2008 - Facial Paralysis Institute
Colorado Rep. Bernie Buescher Keynotes the CBSA Annual All-Member Meeting
Representative Bernie Buescher (D-Grand Junction), Chairman of the Colorado General Assembly’s Joint Budget Committee (JBC), provided the keynote address at the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) Annual All-Member Meeting yesterday at the University Club in Denver. In other action, 2008 association sponsors were announced, plus new and reappointed board members voted on by those in attendance. - April 30, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
DK Hair Sponsors Auction, Draws Community Support for San Diego Infants with Genetic Diseases
The auction raised awareness for San Diego families who are impacted by unscreened genetic diseases. Donations supported the Lund family of Bonita, Calf. whose 9-month old son is suffering from a rare disease called Aicardi-Goutieres Syndrome. Recent legislation will increase genetic testing on newborns and save lives. - April 30, 2008 - DK Hair
New Vassive N.O. Formula-X Keeps Bodybuilders Pumped & Vascular
ON’s new Vassive N.O. Formula-X sustained release super tablets are formulated to promote all-day muscle fullness and vascularity. - April 30, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
AnaSpec Introduces a Suite of Phospho-Specific Anti-Her2 Antibodies
AnaSpec has introduced a full suite of phospho-specific ErbB-2 (Her-2) polyclonal antibodies. - April 30, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Daughters of Charity Health System Selects SIS Perioperative Solution
Daughters of Charity Health System (DCHS) has selected Surgical Information Systems (SIS) to be the perioperative system provider for four of its California hospitals. Seton Medical Center, O’Connor Hospital and Saint Louise Regional Hospital will be implementing the SIS Comprehensive... - April 30, 2008 - Surgical Information Systems
Physician is Always on Hand
Tortuga Software released EsculapPro, the medical self-diagnostic software which works as a family physician. Surely every one of us felt pain or indisposition at least once in a lifetime or faced a situation when someone of our next kin suddenly fell ill. At such moments it is highly desirable to... - April 30, 2008 - Tortuga Software
Heading Off Oral Cancer - Local Dentist Offers New Pain-Free ViziLite Plus Exam to Help Detect Oral Cancer
One American dies every hour from oral cancer. It's actually one of the deadliest forms of cancer when detected at a late stage. The five-year survival rate is only 21% for oral cancer that is detected at its latest stage, but the survival rate soars to 81% when it's found at an early localized... - April 28, 2008 - Steven Ray, DMD and William Wright, DDS
Dental Consultation in UK - Oxygen Zone Dental Treatment Abroad
The most important part of having Consultation and aftercare in Manchester is that one can feel at home with dental treatment abroad. Patients get to see their dentist before they travel, get written quotation, so no hidden charges and unpleasant surprises as well as get all necessary aftercare in UK. Oxygen Zone in partnership with Re-Enhance offers considerable financial savings to patients - up to 80% - as well as the opportunity of having all the conveniences of treatment at home, abroad. - April 28, 2008 - Oxygen Zone
mdesk™ to Include Synthes Templates
RSA Biomedical has signed an agreement with Synthes to include their impressive lineup of templates in mdesk™. mdesk™, the market-leading orthopedic preoperative planning and templating system, will strengthen its position within the area of trauma and fracture with the addition of the... - April 28, 2008 - RSA Biomedical
Transformation, Inc. to Participate in Health and Wellness Fair
Transformation, Inc. will participate in the first annual Health and Wellness Fair presented by Down East Hearing. The event will take place on May 1 from 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. - April 28, 2008 - Transformation, Inc.
Colorado BioScience Association Praises Governor Ritter’s Signing and Rep. Riesberg and Sen. Bacon’s Sponsorship of the Bioscience Research Grant Program (HB 1001)
Colorado Governor Bill Ritter has signed HB 1001, spurring development of the bioscience industry in Colorado. The Bioscience Research Grant Program puts $26.5 million over the next five years into several initiatives within Colorado’s bioscience industry. These funds and program will be managed by the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade. - April 26, 2008 - Colorado BioScience Association
Center For Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC Announces Podcast on Arthritis
Dr. Darcy Ward and Dr. Jennifer Greenfield, the doctors of chiropractic at Center for Chiropractic & Wellness (www.carolinachirowellness.com), a North Raleigh chiropractic center, have announced the release of a podcast about arthritis and oriental medicine. In this podcast, Brian Kramer L.Ac... - April 26, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute of Freehold, New Jersey Announces New Hip Replacement Technology with Superior Results
The orthopedic surgeons at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute of Freehold, New Jersey are implementing the latest technology in hip replacement surgery, providing more intraoperative adjustability for the surgeon and improved results for the patient. - April 26, 2008 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Management Services Network (MSN) Acquires Louisiana Based Billing Company
Management Services Network, LLC (MSN), a company specializing in providing comprehensive practice management and billing services to physicians, announces the acquisition of Account Management Services, Inc. (AMS), a Slidell, La. company providing practice management and billing services to... - April 26, 2008 - Management Services Network
Four Teens Fully Recover from Autism
Press Conference and World Premiere Movie. - April 25, 2008 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Latest Pulsed Magnetic Therapy Technology Goes to Market
Introducing the ImmunOnOne, the world's first alternative health care product that combines pulsed light with pulsed electromagnetic energy. - April 25, 2008 - Immune Sentry,LTD
Raleigh’s Transformation, Inc. to Participate in Bedford at Falls River Spring Fling
Members of the Transformation team will offer free consultation appointments, as well as provide on-site education at the Bedford at Falls River Spring Fling. The event will take place Saturday, April 26 from noon until 5 p.m. - April 25, 2008 - Transformation, Inc.
Henry Ford’s FasTrac Female ACL Program Prevents Knee Injuries in Athletes
The FasTrac Female ACL Injury Prevention Program and exercise DVD set was created by Henry Ford’s department of Orthopaedic Surgery to help athletes reduce the risk of injuring their ACL by improving their lower-body positioning and control. - April 25, 2008 - Henry Ford Health System
Beaumont Cardiologist to be Keynote Speaker at Soroptimist Conference
Women’s Heart Health Among Key Issues to be Discussed at 101st Annual Meeting. - April 25, 2008 - Beaumont Foundation
Price Lock Your Health During Tough Economic Times with Fruit Advantage
With many economic indicators pointing to rising inflation ahead, Fruit Advantage is ensuring that its customers will not have to worry about rising prices or paying any shipping charges for at the next 12 months. This innovative inflation proof guarantee will provide some household price stability during an uncertain economic environment. - April 25, 2008 - Fruit Advantage
AnaSpec Introduces 13 New Antibody Products
AnaSpec added thirteen (13) new antibody products to its growing collection. - April 25, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
ISO 11607 Compliance Ensured with Reintroduction of Webinar Series
Critical ISO 11607 clause 6 compliance questions answered in three chapter webinar series - April 24, 2008 - DDL Inc.
New Mike Hurst Article Available at Expert411.com Examines How to Prevent Infection from IV Therapy Complications, Including Nursing Perspective
Healthcare-associated infections are a staggering cause of increased provider costs and morbidity in the United States; and intravenous therapy complications are a major contributor to bloodstream infections. A new Mike Hurst-bylined article is now posted at the “Expert Information for Journalists” site about this topic. Hurst reviews the problem and gives perspective to what nurses surveyed know and believe about IV therapy complications. - April 24, 2008 - Baxa Corporation
SensoLyte™ MMP Assay Kits Offer a New Industry Standard for Sensitivity
AnaSpec’s SensoLyte™ line of MMP assay kits have quickly become the new standard in MMP assay sensitivity. - April 24, 2008 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
HealthSphere Releases Predictive Health Analysis Tool
New tool generates a free health report that identifies potential risks and weaknesses an individual should be aware of. - April 24, 2008 - HealthSphere
Green Movement Gains Tangible Momentum Against Plastic Waste with Earth Day Introduction of Reusable "Back To The Tap" Carbon Filtered Sports Water Bottles
The movement to stem the tide of global plastic waste has gained a boost from a North County San Diego company now marketing a personal water bottle line that delivers big dividends for the environment while saving money for the consuming public. The Tap Sports Bottle’s patented carbon filter component “filters as you drink” and has a 3-month daily use life span that will effectively eliminate an average of 300 bottles from ending up in land fills. A typical consumer will save hundreds. - April 23, 2008 - Back To The Tap
A New Asthma Treatment Introduced by Russian Scientists
A new asthma treatment without medication has recently been announced and claimed effective by a group of Russian researchers from Dinamika company (www.intellectbreathing.com) who have found and tested it, and are now ready to introduce the invention to the world market. The treatment implies learning particular respiratory patterns through practising breathing exercises with Frolov's ® Respiration Training Device. - April 23, 2008 - Dinamika Co., Ltd