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AveXis to Present at the 26th Annual Piper Jaffray Healthcare Conference
AveXis, a biotechnology company focused on using gene therapy to transform the lives of patients with severe genetic and orphan diseases like Spinal Muscular Atrophy, today announced that Mr. John Carbona, Chief Executive Officer, and Dr. Brian Kaspar will present at the 26th Annual Piper Jaffray... - November 21, 2014 - AveXis Inc.
Indian Dental Association Launches "Healthy Smile Happy Smile" Campaign
Plans to reach 1200 students through this Children’s Day Campaign running from 14th November 2014. To promote healthy brushing habits and oral hygiene in a fun and interactive way amongst children. - November 21, 2014 - Indian Dental Association
Student Discusses Fertility Preservation Options for Cancer Patients at Whitworth University
Whitworth University in Spokane, WA was the setting for a student presentation designed to educate and inform fellow students of the importance of fertility preservation for cancer patients. Kayla Batastini, daughter of ReproTech Site Director, Danika Batastini, and nursing student of Whitworth... - November 20, 2014 - ReproTech, LLC
i-calQ Receives U.S. Patent for Smartphone-Based Method of Rapid Diagnostic Testing
The first smartphone-based quantitative point-of-care diagnostic platform with integrated decision support. Turn any smartphone into a portable laboratory and medical specialist. - November 20, 2014 - i-calQ, LLC
New Jersey Chapter Chapter of Autism Speaks Awards Grants to Support Local Organizations
141 Service Providers Granted Funding for Programs Across the Country. - November 20, 2014 - Autism Speaks, New Jersey Chapter
Metabolic Medical Institute Hosts Medical Students at Its Live Integrative Medicine Event
The Metabolic Medical Institute (MMI) was pleased to host several local medical students at its Live Integrative and Metabolic Medicine Courses in Miami, FL on October 31, 2014. These courses are part of an Integrative Medicine Graduate Certificate program offered through MMI’s partnership... - November 20, 2014 - Metabolic Medical Institute
Houston Runs to Help Kids with Brain Tumors
Starry Night, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new walk/run that shines a light on children with brain tumors, raised nearly $15,000 in Houston on Nov. 15. The 8.5K event at Discovery Green honored local children with brain tumors. These Stars were Mandy, Taylor, Tobin and... - November 20, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
The School of Royal Yoga Inc. Announces That They Will be Offering a Free Introduction Session Saturday, November 22nd
The School of Royal Yoga Inc. announces that they will be offering a free introduction session on how to become a Certified Yoga Instructor on Saturday, November 22nd at 1:00 PM. If you are looking for a new and rewarding career, please come check out this free introduction to becoming a Certified... - November 20, 2014 - The School of Royal Yoga
DNAe Highlights the Urgent Need for Fast Diagnostics to Help Tackle the Growing Threat of Antibiotic Resistance
Welcomes £10 million Longitude Prize for an accurate, rapid, cost-effective and easy-to-use point-of-need diagnostic test for bacterial infections - November 20, 2014 - DNA Electronics
Flagler Hospital and BayView Healthcare Collaborate for Better Patient Care
Use of Avancen MOD Corporation’s Innovative “Medication on Demand” Device Allows Hospital and Skilled Nursing Facility to Collaborate to Improve Patient Pain Management. - November 19, 2014 - Avancen MOD Corporation
Quitgate Organizes Quit Smoking Awareness in Commemoration of the Great American Smoke Out Nov. 20
QuitGate, a one-stop quit smoking platform in line with its mission to save lives, creates awareness and offers products with huge discounts to encourage smokers quit as part of The Great American Smoke Out Celebrations. - November 19, 2014 - Quitgate, LLC
Tampa Bay Woman of the Year Award Raises Funds for Families in Crisis
The Westchase Charitable Foundation is excited to announce Tampa Bay Woman of the Year: Havana Nights, at 6pm on November 22nd, 2014, at the Tampa Jet Center. This event will bring together the best and brightest of Westchase and Tampa Bay for a fashion show, great food and drink, cultural... - November 19, 2014 - Senior Home Care
December 16, 2014 Webinar: Humana to Detail Physician Quality Rewards for Population Health Management
Drawing upon its rich five-year experience of supporting physician practices' transition from volume to value, Humana will describe its value-based Provider Quality Rewards program during a December 16, 2014 webinar sponsored by the Healthcare Intelligence Network. - November 19, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Winter Coat Drive at Tri-County Chiropractic of Exton
Tri-County Chiropractic of Exton is collecting gently used winter coats for Safe Harbor of Chester County from November 24th through December 22nd. - November 19, 2014 - Tri-County Chiropractic of Exton
Experimentica Ltd Announces a Strategic Partnership with the Research and Development Center for Ophthalmic Innovations SILK, Tampere, Finland
Experimentica Ltd., a Finland-based ophthalmic CRO, announces a strategic partnership with The Research and Development Center for Ophthalmic Innovations SILK, Tampere, Finland. SILK is a research network composed of research units engaged in basic and clinical eye and vision research. Dr. Giedrius... - November 19, 2014 - Experimentica Ltd
Quit Smoking via Acupuncture with Flashpoint Acupuncture, Quakertown, PA
Quit Smoking with Acupuncture @ Flashpoint Acupuncture, Quakertown, PA- November 20, 2014. - November 19, 2014 - Flashpoint Acupuncture
Exciting New Program for Chronic Stress Sufferers
Emotional strategist, mind-work operator and innovator introduces a new way to overcome stress and break-free from self- imposed limiting beliefs. - November 19, 2014 - Believe Hypnosis
D.C. Native and Star Vocalist, Johnny Gill Salutes Decorated Veteran with Tribute
On Saturday, November 15th, award-winning vocalist and D.C. native, Johnny Gill, paid tribute to decorated veteran military physician, Dr. Clayton Lawrence, in a soulful performance. - November 18, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Skin & Beyond Medical Spa is Happy to Announce a New Set of Treatments for Women and Men Who Wants to Effectively Remove Excess Fat Cells Without Surgery
Skin & Beyond Medial Spa is happy to announce Cavitation Treatment for their patients. Cavitation Treatment is aimed as an alternative for women and men who want effective removal of excess fat cells without surgery, and focuses on the abdomen, inner and outer thighs (saddle bags) and flanks (love handles). - November 17, 2014 - Skin & Beyond Medical Spa
Beads of Courage™ Joins National #GivingTuesday Movement to Encourage Spending with a Purpose
Beads of Courage, Inc., a nonprofit organization supporting children with serious illness, has joined #GivingTuesday, a first of its kind effort to transform how people think about, talk about and participate in the giving season. Taking place on December 2, 2014 – the Tuesday after... - November 16, 2014 - Beads of Courage, Inc.
South Nassau Communities Hospital Receives $29,900 Gift in Support of Cancer Services for Underserved Women
This is the seventh consecutive year that LI2DAY has supported the program for a combined total of $203,400. - November 16, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
The Family Enhancement Centre Offering Suite of Counselling Services to Ensure Help for Rape Victims
Brampton, Ontario-based counselling organization, The Family Enhancement Centre has announced that they’re offering a specialized service that assures help for rape victims. - November 15, 2014 - The Family Enhancement Centre
Experts in Health Fields for 34 Days of Radio Conversation: Health Challenges 2015
Dr. Jeanette Gallagher is launching 34 days of life changing conversations about health challenging topics from disease to death and spirituality to anti aging. The guests will be exploring health, life and spirituality evolving over the last few decades and how we can feel present in the moment to live a full holistic life. - November 15, 2014 - Dr. Jeanette Holistic Wellness and Radio
Jake Worthington to Perform at Starry Night Houston
Houston native Jake Worthington, a recent finalist on The Voice, will perform at Starry Night Houston on Saturday, Nov. 15 at Discovery Green. The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s Starry Night 8.5K is an evening walk/run that shines a light on kids battling one of the deadliest forms of... - November 15, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Atlanta, San Francisco Top $100,000 for Kids with Brain Tumors
Starry Night, the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s new walk/run that shines a light on children with brain tumors, attracted 875 participants in Atlanta and San Francisco on Nov. 8. At start time, the events had raised $116,000. The crowds came to the 8.5K events at Centennial Olympic Park... - November 15, 2014 - Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
Drs. Scott and Leslie Strommer Chosen as the "Top Dentists" in San Diego Magazine for 2014
Drs. Scott and Leslie Strommer, the founders of New Image Dental have been recognized as the Top Dentists in San Diego by their peers. - November 15, 2014 - New Image Dental
The Family Enhancement Centre Offering Specialist Family Counselling Services
The experienced counsellors at Brampton-based The Family Enhancement Centre are now introducing a complete suite of family counselling services. - November 15, 2014 - The Family Enhancement Centre
New Beginnings Recovery Center opens in Littleton
Substance abuse treatment programs offer holistic treatment in a spa-like setting. - November 14, 2014 - New Beginnings Recovery Center
Healing Lotus Acupuncture Publishes Free E-Book That Explains the Benefits and Theory Behind Acupuncture
Healing Lotus Acupuncture, the Quad Cities’ only evidenced-based acupuncture clinic, uses a drug-free integrative approach to get to the root of disease, while providing therapeutic solutions that lead to lifestyle transformations. - November 14, 2014 - Healing Lotus Acupuncture
VersaSuite Exhibits at the 21st Annual Florida Rural Health Association Conference
Who: VersaSuite, a leading EHR/HIS solution provider, today announced it will be exhibiting at the 21st Annual Florida Rural Health Conference What: 2014 FOM/IT Conference. To make an appointment with VersaSuite, send a request to sales@versasuite.com or call 512-250-8774 When: November 19-20,... - November 14, 2014 - VersaSuite
John Paul DeJoria Pledges $100K to Dream Foundation to Serve the Final Dreams of U.S. Military Veterans
The co-founder of John Paul Mitchell Systems and The Patrón Spirits Company presents Dream Foundation with $100,000 commitment at 20th Anniversary Celebration of Dreams Gala. - November 14, 2014 - Dream Foundation
Dream Foundation Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary by Honoring Strength and Spirit of 20,000 Dream Recipients
Distinguished guests, dream recipients and celebrities from around the country came together to raise vital funds to benefit end-of-life dreams. - November 14, 2014 - Dream Foundation
“What Is PTSD?” on November 18 “Why Shamanism Now?” Radio Show with Shaman and Host Christina Pratt
On the next episode of "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity,” teacher, author and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) – how it’s really an issue of soul loss and how sufferers must step beyond psychiatric methods in order to find healing. - November 14, 2014 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti to Receive Civic Leader Award at the Breath of Life™ Awards on November 20, 2014
On November 20, 2014, Breathe California of Los Angeles County (BREATHE LA) is pleased to recognize Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti with the Civic Leader Award for his fresh, innovation efforts to create a healthier, greener, more sustainable Los Angeles. Mayor Garcetti’s nomination as the... - November 13, 2014 - Breathe California of Los Angeles
Miriam Rosenberg, International Reiki Master, Will be Offering a Reiki Certification Course at Total Health Healing Arts Centre, Newmarket, ON
Miriam Rosenberg, International Reiki Master announces that she will be offering a Reiki Certification Course, at Total Heath Healing Arts Centre, in New Market on Saturday, November 29th. - November 13, 2014 - Royal Healing and Reiki
VersaSuite Exhibits at the 2014 Kansas Hospital Association Convention and Trade Show
Who: VersaSuite, a leading EHR/HIS solution provider, today announced it will be exhibiting at the 2014 Kansas Hospital Association Conference and Trade Show. What: 2014 FOM/IT Conference. To make an appointment with VersaSuite, send a request to sales@versasuite.com or call 512-250-8774. When:... - November 13, 2014 - VersaSuite
Clubhouse International Presents First-Ever USA National Clubhouse Conference
Clubhouse International, a non-profit organization coordinating a global network of Clubhouse Communities for people living with mental illness, today opened the very first USA National Clubhouse Conference, which is being held on Nov. 12-14, 2014 in Silver Spring, Maryland. Over 260 participants from approximately 100 Clubhouses from across America are expected to attend the conference, which focuses on how to create a national voice for the Clubhouse model of recovery from mental illness. - November 12, 2014 - Clubhouse International
Drug-Free South Distributes Booklets at Stand at the Cross
Drug-Free South joined the Stand in the Gap Coalition on Saturday for its event “Stand at the Cross.” - November 12, 2014 - Drug Free South
Best Home Care Offers Administrative Support for Caregivers
Best Home Care, a Twin Cities home health care agency, offers professional administrative support and education for personal care assistants and family caregivers. - November 12, 2014 - Best Home Care
Status Insurance Management Ltd. Announces Name Change to Status Global Insurance
A leading UK international insurance provider has changed their name to Status Global Insurance. - November 12, 2014 - Status Global Insurance
Maternity Test Now Available at TestDiagnostics.com
TestDiagnostics is proud to offer the maternity DNA testing kit. Testing situations are not fun for anyone, and they understand the delicate nature of DNA testing. To make the process smooth and easy for you, TestDiagnostics provides you with these tests for your convenience. When you have to take... - November 12, 2014 - Test Diagnostics Limited
Drug-Free South Raising Student Awareness
To protect youth from the disastrous effects of abusing drugs, the Drug-Free South team is bringing the truth directly to Tennessee students. - November 12, 2014 - Drug Free South
Mighty Oaks Warrior Program Supporting U.S. Military and Their Families All Across the Globe
Sarah Palin keynotes MOWP 4th annual fundraiser hosted by WoodsEdge Community Church in The Woodlands, Texas. - November 11, 2014 - Mighty Oaks Warrior Program
Affinity Biologicals Inc. to Showcase their Factor Deficient Plasmas for Hemostasis & Thrombosis Research at the MEDICA 2014 in Düsseldorf, Germany
On November 12, 2014 through to November 15, 2015, Affinity Biologicals Inc. will be attending the annual MEDICA trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany to showcase their line of factor deficient/ factor depleted plasmas. - November 11, 2014 - Affinity Biologicals
Affinity Biologicals Inc. Launches Their Debut VisuLize™ Factor VII Antigen – A Polyclonal Antibody Based ELISA Kit
As a licensed medical device manufacturer that is recognized by the US Food and Drug Administration, Health Canada, and European regulatory authorities, Affinity Biologicals Inc. is constantly striving to produce reliable reagents for various applications in the health science industry. - November 11, 2014 - Affinity Biologicals
FirstAidCertification.ca Helping Brampton, Oakville and Mississauga Businesses Meet WSIB Regulations with Latest Fall CPR and First Aid Certification Courses
Industry leaders for Red Cross CPR and first aid certification courses, Firstaidcertification.ca has announced they’re offering a complete suite of fall courses for business clientele across Brampton, Mississauga and Oakville. - November 11, 2014 - First Aid Certification
LEAP Foundation DC Supports a Star-Studded Event to Benefit Area Youth
LEAP Foundation DC supports the Recreation Wish List Committee’s Grand Reopening Celebration of the Southeast Tennis & Learning Center, with honored guests Venus and Serena Williams. - November 10, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Stratifying High-Risk Patients in Value-Based Healthcare: Procurement, Integrity of Clinical Data Challenge Segmentation
While the tactic of stratifying high-risk high-cost individuals for targeted care management is championed in a value-based industry, the procurement of clinical data and verifying data integrity are the top challenges of segmenting patients by health risk, according to a new HINtelligence report. One-third of organizations stratifying patients by health risk report reductions in hospital readmissions. - November 10, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Value-Based Reimbursement Answer Book Provides Framework for Healthcare's New Value Proposition
Early champions of value-based healthcare payments educate the C-suite on the practicalities of accountable care organizations, shared savings, bundled payments and other value-focused initiatives in this new resource from the Healthcare Intelligence Network. - November 10, 2014 - Healthcare Intelligence Network
Staying Committed to Health and Wellness During the Holiday Season
On Sunday, November 9th, Dr. Clayton G. Lawrence will participate in the Ft. Lauderdale half marathon, kicking off his first event before approaching the holiday season. - November 09, 2014 - LEAP LLC