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South Nassau Communities Hospital Rated Highly by Long Beach Residents
The telephone survey also found that nearly two-thirds of barrier island residents have a positive view of South Nassau Communities Hospital, which has served the Long Beach community for decades. - January 24, 2016 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Local Seniors Graduate from Unique Police Academy at Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Sixteen seniors age 55+ from Atlantic Shores Retirement Community and around the city of Virginia Beach proudly graduated from the Virginia Beach Police Department’s Senior Citizens' Police Academy on November 20, 2015. This special eight-week course, held at Atlantic Shores Retirement... - January 23, 2016 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Scottsdale Village Square Assures Premier Living for Seniors in Scottsdale
Scottsdale Village Square has assured premier living for senior citizens in Scottsdale with independent living, assisted living, secured memory care & nursing rehabilitation services amidst a caring & skilled environment. - January 23, 2016 - Scottsdale Village Square
Urgent Care Extra Opens New Location in Mesa, AZ
Urgent Care Extra expands with the opening of a new Mesa, AZ urgent care clinic. Like all locations, the Mesa location will provide onsite X-ray capabilities which will save you time and money and offers an alternative to the long waits and high costs of the emergency room. - January 22, 2016 - Urgent Care Extra
Senior Actors from Atlantic Shores Bring Fairy Tales to Life for Younger Generation with Unique Performances
Young area students from around Virginia Beach, Virginia were entertained by a talented troupe of senior actors from Atlantic Shores Retirement Community with their adaptation of classic fairy tales during a performance of “Mother Goose Live.” This unique production featured ten nursery... - January 22, 2016 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Advances in Healthcare Technology Significantly Reduce Diagnostic Errors
According to the Institute of Medicine (IOM) September 2015 report Improving Diagnosis in Healthcare, “most people will experience at least one diagnostic error in their lifetime, sometimes with devastating consequences.” Hospitals, in an effort to counteract diagnostic mistakes, have... - January 22, 2016 - Kubtec
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Received $1M Research Grant from Enduring Hearts
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta has received a generous grant of $1,000,000 from the Enduring Hearts Foundation to fund cardiac research to enhance the lives of children needing heart transplantation. Some of the research funded will be that of Michael Davis, Ph.D., Director of the... - January 22, 2016 - Enduring Hearts
The Nation’s Most Effective Case Studies and Technologies in Medicaid to be Revealed at Medicaid Innovations, 2016
Upcoming Medicaid Innovations, 2016 to showcase Medicaid programs that are working across the country and will feature leading technologies. Successes include the Hue-Man Partnership from Minneapolis, MN, and Innovative Healthcare Delivery supporting firefighters from the City of Las Vegas, NV. A panel from Harvard Medical School and Law School, will discuss nutrition for compromised individuals. Xerox and over twenty-five others will showcase Medicaid technologies. - January 21, 2016 - Strategic Solutions Network
Retinal Consultants of Arizona Announces New North Phoenix Location; Adds Second Airplane to Clinical Practice
Retinal Consultants of Arizona (RCA) – one of the nation’s leading Retina & Vitreous clinical research and patient treatment facilities – today announced it has purchased a 35,000 square foot building in North Phoenix to become the latest expansion of its clinical practice and... - January 21, 2016 - Retinal Consultants of Arizona
New Chiropractic Assistant at Graham Chiropractic Center
LaTonya Forney joined the staff of Graham Chiropractic in east end Louisville, this month. Her title is Chiropractic Assistant more commonly referred to as CA. LaTonya who goes by “Tonya,” Dr. Graham stated Tonya is one of his best hires in 26 years of practice. Dr. Graham appreciates... - January 21, 2016 - Graham Chiropractic
Asian Patent Acceptances Enhance Braasch Biotech Livestock Portfolio
New paradigm of using vaccines to enhance productivity in livestock, Braasch Biotech continues portfolio expansion - January 21, 2016 - Braasch Biotech LLC
International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis Releases New Clinical Core Curriculum to Aid Specialization of the Field
Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis publishes article on first internationally developed and reviewed Core Curriculum to guide clinical knowledge and training in the industry - January 21, 2016 - International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH)
Salem Oregon Hospice Expands Website with Online Materials for Dementia Patients
Dementia/Alzheimer's is a progressive disease that will affect millions of Americans every year. - January 20, 2016 - Harbor Light Hospice
Rewarding Others for Community Service on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Contributing to the greater good strengthens the community - January 20, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
GBS Designated "Expert Insurance Service Provider" by AM Best Company
GBS has been accredited with the title of "Expert Insurance Service Provider" by AM Best. - January 19, 2016 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.
Donate to Those in Need at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA is collecting non-perishable food items and toiletries. - January 19, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
PRIMO and Cancer Action Now, Inc. Honors Women in Oncology
The Practical Recommendations in Immuno and Molecular Oncology (PRIMO) meeting sponsored by Cancer Action Now, Inc. announces that Suzanne Topalian, MD from Johns Hopkins University and Ranjana Tavorath, MD from Novartis have been honored with the meetings first ever Women in Oncology award. - January 18, 2016 - Cancer Expert Now, Inc.
Microbiome Therapeutics Market: What’s the Future Potential?
The "Microbiome Therapeutics Market, 2015-2030" report provides a comprehensive study on the current landscape and the future outlook of the evolving pipeline of products in this area. - January 18, 2016 - Roots Analysis
Ann Arbor Senior Care Company Provides Winter Nutrition Tips for Seniors
When the temperature drops, healthy eating can become less of a priority. As winter settles in, staying inside and piling extra cheese on a chili dog may sound more inviting than squeezing fresh lemon on an arugula salad. Keeping a healthy diet amidst a pure Michigan winter can be a challenge then,... - January 18, 2016 - Right at Home Ann Arbor
MMRHealthcare Selects Friendly Health’s Virtual Health Care Delivery Platform to Serve Its Patients More Effectively
Friendly Health Technologies is pleased to announce that MMRHealthcare, a clinic in Boynton Beach owned and operated by the Chairman of the Board of one of the leading ACO’s in the country, has selected Friendly Health’s Asynchronous Patient-Doctor communication platform to better serve... - January 17, 2016 - Friendly
MedAware Systems Successfully Completes Phase 2 Beta Testing
MedAware Systems, Inc. announced today it has successfully completed its second phase of Beta testing. The Company tabulated and analyzed results from its second phase of Beta testing from a diverse group of physicians and other healthcare professionals across the United Sates. Results exceeded... - January 17, 2016 - Biomed Industries Inc.
Bucks County’s First Life Sciences Graduate Degree Now Offered at The Baruch S. Blumberg Institute
Partnership with The Commonwealth Medical College establishes innovative way to deliver its Master of Biomedical Science degree at the Blumberg Institute. - January 17, 2016 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Roundstone Announces Relocation of Headquarters to Lakewood, Ohio
Roundstone announces the relocation of its corporate offices into historic building in Lakewood, Ohio. - January 17, 2016 - Roundstone Management, Ltd.
Kubtec: Advances in BMD Research Give Osteoporosis Sufferers Hope
A study published by the National Academy of Sciences regarding cell therapy, which expanded on prior research about genetically modified hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs), has identified a growth factor which causes a 45% increase in bone strength in mice. - January 16, 2016 - Kubtec
Operative Experience Strengthens Business with Oberndorf as Significant Investor and Chairman
Operative Experience, Inc. (OEI), a fast rising developer of high-fidelity human simulators for surgical and pre-hospital education, announced today that Louis H. Oberndorf, a pioneer in the field of healthcare simulation and the founder of METI, has made a significant investment in the company and... - January 15, 2016 - Operative Experience, Inc.
Chi’s CEO Appointed by Massachusetts Governor as Salem State University Trustee
Dr. Kathleen Murphy, CEO of Chi Solutions, Inc. has been appointed by Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker to serve on the Board of Trustees. - January 15, 2016 - Chi Solutions, Inc., an Accumen company
EndoVault Receives CoN Certification
EndoSoft, a leading healthcare information technology company has announced their application EndoVault® Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certified EHR has been granted a Certificate of Networthiness (CoN) by the Department of Defense. The CoN accreditation from the United States Army analyzes and... - January 15, 2016 - EndoSoft
New Frontier Partners with Aunt Zelda’s to Create a New Way to Prescribe Cannabis
New Frontier, the leading Big Data provider in the cannabis industry, is announcing a new strategic partnership with Aunt Zelda's, led by Mara Gordon, who has become the leading expert in alleviating patient suffering through the use of medical cannabis. Now, together with New Frontier, Aunt... - January 14, 2016 - Aunt Zelda's Inc
Maine’s Oldest Ski Area Races to Fight Childhood Cancer
The Maine Children's Cancer Program is holding its second annual ski and snowboard "moonlight challenge" race at Shawnee Peak. On Friday, January 22nd, race to win exciting prizes and to help raise funds to treat hundreds of local Maine children. - January 13, 2016 - MCCP
Novant Health to Detail Pharmacist-Driven Post-Discharge Drug Therapy Management Effort for High-Risk Patients in February 3, 2016 Webinar
A February 3, 2016 webinar will explore Novant Health's clinical pharmacist-driven medication management effort that identifies patients at high risk for readmissions or ED visits related to adverse drug events. - January 13, 2016 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
South Nassau Communities Hospital Carnation Ball Raises $607,763 in Support of ED Expansion
The campaign is a five-year, $10 million fundraising initiative to help support a $60 million renovation and expansion of the hospital's Emergency Department. - January 13, 2016 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Dr. Ashleigh Levison Joins Retinal Consultants of Arizona
Retinal Consultants of Arizona (RCA) – one of the nation’s leading Retina & Vitreous clinical research and patient treatment facilities – welcomes Dr. Ashleigh Levison to its team of world-class ophthalmologists specializing in diseases of the retina, vitreous and macula. Dr. - January 12, 2016 - Retinal Consultants of Arizona
GBS Selects Marvin Meyer as New Regional Marketing Director
GBS has selected a new Regional Marketing Director headquartered in Missouri. - January 11, 2016 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.
Couture Proud to Announce Their Achievements and Awards Earned
In Couture's 11 years, the recognition given from the manufacturers of the products used is phenomenal. - January 10, 2016 - Couture - Anshul Gambhir M.D.
NanoHybrids Receives Grant Funding to Develop Breakthrough Technology in Cancer Detection and Diagnosis
NanoHybrids receives $225,000 from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to develop breakthrough immunohistochemistry (IHC) technology. - January 10, 2016 - NanoHybrids
3D Breast Cancer Specimen Imaging – The Future is Now
Breast cancer imaging results can be greatly improved upon with 3D specimen radiography, a new advance in breast cancer treatment offered exclusively by Kubtec. - January 10, 2016 - Kubtec
Hepatitis B Foundation Leaders Help Shape National Plan to Eliminate Hepatitis B and C
Drs. Robert Gish and Chari Cohen provide expert testimony to the National Academy of Medicine in support of a national strategy to eliminate chronic viral hepatitis in the United States by 2030. - January 10, 2016 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Hospice Patient Receives Special Opera Performance from University Music Students
Harbor Light Hospice helped a hospice patient enjoy a once in a lifetime moment by arranging a special performance of the opera, "Carmen." The performance was given by a talented group of students from the Baldwin Wallace University Conservatory of Music. The group performed select pieces... - January 10, 2016 - Harbor Light Hospice
Just Published "The Ultimate Guide to Low & Fluctuating Blood Pressure," a Lifestyle Guide to Perfecting Circulation
Not many people know that chronic fatigue and low blood pressure frequently go together. Yet, experience says that normalizing low blood pressure can lead to better energy. How can one improve circulation and heart function with home methods is the topic of this newly released book. - January 09, 2016 - DrDNaturopath
Dalton, Georgia Hospice Takes Initiative to Sponsor a Family in Need
Harbor Light Hospice in Dalton, Ga takes initiative to sponsor a local family in need in order to improve community outreach and positively spread awareness of hospice care in the U.S. - January 09, 2016 - Harbor Light Hospice
New Year, New You with Hair Loss Restoration
Dr. DiStefano’s Hair Loss Restoration Centers (www.hairman.com) make New Year’s Resolutions come to life. With each New Year comes thousands of new resolutions. The most common type of resolutions involve working to create a new and better self. And a new and better self usually... - January 09, 2016 - DiStefano Hair Restoration Center
Westlake Village Chiropractor Offering Drug-Free Alternative for Children with ADHD
Dr Brady Salcido of Vitality Family Chiropractic discusses how Chiropractic can help children with ADHD naturally. - January 08, 2016 - Vitality Family Chiropractic
You First Foundation Donates $16,000 to Houston's HealthBridge Children's Hospital
You First Foundation has donated $16,000 to Houston's HealthBridge Children's Hospital so the hospital can buy items to lighten up kids' hospital stays. - January 07, 2016 - You First Foundation
LEAP Finishes Phenomenal 2015, Welcomes in Powerful Beginning to 2016
Having recognized unprecedented success in 2015, LEAP, LLC is poised for an even greater 2016, as it starts the year by adding Major General Roger Blunt (Retired) to its leadership. - January 07, 2016 - LEAP LLC
Largest U.S. Sponsor of Medicare ACOs to Share Data Analytics Tactics for Accountable Care During January 27, 2016 Webinar
Collaborative Health Systems, the nation's largest sponsor of Medicare Shared Savings ACOs, will share how data analytics has improved accountable care results during a January 27, 2016 webinar sponsored by the Healthcare Intelligence Network. - January 07, 2016 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Drug-Free South Plans for Progress in 2016
The Truth About Drugs materials provide teachers, law enforcement and community groups with effective drug education tools. - January 07, 2016 - Drug Free South
Lutheran Services in America Announces Habitat for Humanity, Y-USA, and Johns Hopkins University as Keynote Speakers for Its 2016 Annual Conference
Lutheran Services in America (LSA) is excited to announce its 2016 Annual Conference keynote speakers: Jonathan Reckford, Chief Executive Officer, Habitat for Humanity; Johnathan Lever, Vice President for Health Strategy & Innovation, Y-USA (YMCA of the USA); and Dr. Kathryn Edin, Bloomberg... - January 07, 2016 - Lutheran Services in America
American Venous Forum Announces BSN-Jobst Research Grant 2016 Winner
The American Venous Forum (AVF) selected one resident physician member per year to receive the prestigious BSN-JOBST Research Grant. The BSN-JOBST Research Grant provides a $100,000 research grant ($50,000 per year for two years) chosen through a competitive peer review selection process. - January 07, 2016 - American Venous Forum
Quality First Solutions Releases Webpage Containing George Malik's Hospital Cost Reduction Publications
The CEO of Quality First Solutions, George Malik, provides insight on hospital cost reduction practices through five publications in 2015. - January 07, 2016 - Quality First Solutions
Now More Hope for Menopausal Women Experiencing the Physical and Emotional Impact of Painful Sex and Vaginal Dryness
New clinical data released on Prasterone (DHEA) Vaginal Ovules' positive effect on moderate to severe dyspareunia (Painful sex due to menopause) and vaginal dryness, symptoms of vulvovaginal atrophy, and of the genitourinary syndrome of menopause. - January 06, 2016 - Endoceutics