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“Healing in the Amazon: Nihue Rao” on January 28 Why Shamanism Now? Radio Show with Christina Pratt
On her 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 to guest Dr. Joe Tafur about the cultures of the Upper Peruvian Amazon, their healing plant medicine and Nihue Rao, a healing center based in the Amazonian Rainforest. - January 26, 2014 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Multiple Sclerosis Annual Conference Presents the Latest on Diagnosis, Patient Care & Research
The leading event for health care professionals focused on multiple sclerosis, the 2014 Cooperative Meeting of CMSC and ACTRIMS, is taking place May 28-31 in Dallas, TX. Registration is now open and early bird discounts are available. Continuing education credits for physicians, nurses, pharmacists, social workers and psychologists are available. The all inclusive registration fee includes all the conference programs, organized meals, networking functions and evening entertainment. - January 26, 2014 - CMSC
Preferred Solutions Welcomes Jim Ruthven as Vice President of Strategy and Business Development
Preferred Solutions Inc., a nationally recognized healthcare IT consulting firm, is pleased to announce that Jim Ruthven has joined the company as Vice President of Strategy and Business Development. Jim’s role at Preferred Solutions is focused on the continued expansion of new business and working with clients and partners to create innovative solutions that leverage the company’s core strengths. - January 26, 2014 - Preferred Solutions, Inc.
Annual Autism Gala Presents Community Leaders with Service Awards
On Saturday, January 18, 2014, Eden Autism Services’ held its 26th annual Eden Dreams white-tie dinner gala at the Hyatt Regency Princeton. This year’s theme, Dreams of a Gatsby Gala, took you back to the exuberant 1920s, and the height of America’s Jazz Age. Highlights of the... - January 25, 2014 - Eden Autism Services
World Vision Calls for Better Access to Deliver Aid in Syria
International children’s charity, World Vision, calls for the parties meeting at Geneva II to make a peace agreement for the future of Syria, to help Syrian children. - January 25, 2014 - World Vision UK
Bellevue Overlake Dental is Accepting New Patients
Bellevue Overlake Dental is pleased to announce they are accepting new patients. Individuals who are looking for a new dentist in the area can place their trust in the professionals at this dental office. Bellevue Overlake Dental takes great pride in offering their patients a comfortable... - January 25, 2014 - Bellevue Overlake Dental
Girls Lacrosse Tournament Raises $10,000 for Girls Athletic League of Smithtown & The Maurer Foundation
The girls lacrosse tournament LAX for ME & the GALS, held October 27, 2013, raised a total of $10,000, benefiting both the breast cancer non-profit The Maurer Foundation and the girls lacrosse non-profit Girls Athletic League of Smithtown (G.A.L.S.). The two charities teamed up for the second... - January 24, 2014 - The Maurer Foundation
CareSync Founder & CEO to Present at 23rd Annual Florida Venture Capital Conference
Travis Bond Will Address the Communication Problems in Healthcare and How the CareSync Solution Solves Them. - January 24, 2014 - CareSync
Dr. Robert Burke Elected to Executive Board of Directors as Secretary of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Robert H. Burke, MD, FACS director of the Michigan Center for Cosmetic Surgery, was elected to Executive Board of Directors as Secretary of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. - January 24, 2014 - Michigan Center for Cosmetic Surgery
Local Certified Chair Yoga Teacher, Tamera Nielsen, Pledges 10% of All Proceeds from Chair Yoga Classes in 2014 to KIDS Place
In an effort to raise awareness and funds for KIDS Place, Tamera Nielsen, year round resident of Franklin and the only Certified Chair Yoga Teacher in Western North Carolina pledges 10% of all 2014 chair yoga class proceeds to KIDS Place. - January 24, 2014 - Feel Well Yoga
Dr. Leana Wen to Headline January Webinar on the Importance of Patient Story Telling
Dr. Wen Will Explain Why Having Your Complete Medical Story is of the Essence in an Emergency - January 23, 2014 - CareSync
OK Tire Chooses GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions to Provide New Employee Benefits Plan
K Tire Stores Inc. chose GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions to provide their employee benefits plan, GroupHEALTH CEO Matt Houghton announced today. The plan will roll out on February 1, 2014 to over 450 employees. GroupHEALTH North, a GroupHEALTH Benefit Solutions Advisor Partner from Prince George,... - January 23, 2014 - GroupHEALTH
Sheppard Pratt Medical Director Honored with Best Article in Journal of Trauma and Dissociation
Richard P. Kluft Award granted to DSM-5 article said to guide field of dissociation for years to come. - January 23, 2014 - Sheppard Pratt Health System
Lumina HealthCare to Provide Mobile Dental and Podiatric Health Care for Veterans in Fresno California Veterans Home
Los Angeles, California-based Lumina HealthCare has announced that the company will now be providing Residents in the Fresno California Veterans Home with their expert mobile dental and podiatric health care services. The company has recently been awarded two contracts by the California Department... - January 23, 2014 - Lumina Healthcare
Two More Hospitals Receive Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission Thanks to Accelero Health Partners
Accelero Health Partners helps two more hospitals to receive Disease-Specific Certification for their Orthopedic Service Lines. - January 23, 2014 - Accelero Health Partners
PIH Health Receives Healthgrades Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence
PIH Health Among Top 5% of Hospitals in Nation for Four Years in a Row (2011-2014). - January 23, 2014 - PIH Health
ALPCO's New FDA Cleared 25-OH Vitamin D Total ELISA Provides Option for Hospitals and Smaller Clinical Labs to Bring Affordable Testing In-House
ALPCO expands test portfolio for clinical and hospital laboratory customers with the release of a FDA 510(k) cleared 25-OH Vitamin D Total ELISA. - January 22, 2014 - ALPCO
American Venous Forum 26th Annual Meeting - David S. Sumner Venous Summit: When Things Go Wrong - A Rare Case of Mismanagement
The increasing number of practitioners who treat patients with venous disease is creating an unexpected side effect - a substantial variation in care patterns and quality. The outcomes are not always desirable for patients and for venous disease in general. The time has come for professional societies to take a hard look at this situation and decide what can be done to improve it. - January 22, 2014 - American Venous Forum
Transasia Introduces LAURA M- the Next Generation Urine Analyzer in India
Laura M the latest urine analyzer from Transasia offers the advantage of measuring Microalbumin & Creatinine. - January 22, 2014 - Transasia Bio-Medicals Ltd.
The Colorado BioScience Association Hosts U.S. Senator Mark Udall and Announces New Legislation at 2014 "BioScience Day at the Capitol"
Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) will host its sixth annual "BioScience Day at the Capitol" on January 23. The event will feature U.S. Senator Mark Udall providing a federal policy update; a Women in BioScience Executive Panel discussion; and Patient Impact Testimonials. - January 22, 2014 - Colorado BioScience Association
Pharmacist at South Nassau Communities Hospital is Named a Healthcare Hero
A clinical pharmacist, Carl Zipperlen’s expertise in the field of pharmacy is essential to the delivery of high-quality, compassionate patient care. - January 22, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
South Korea the Mecca for Plastic Surgery Medical Tourism
Over the past 10 years, South Korea has made a remarkable step in the medical tourism industry, and especially when it comes to cosmetic and plastic surgery. If in 2009 the country attracted 60,000 medical tourists, the number has increased by 40% to 85,000 last year and a jaw-dropping 340% to... - January 22, 2014 - PlacidWayUSA
ASAlaser: Lasertherapy for Fencing, MotoGP and Triathlon Also in 2014
From MotoGP to Fencing through athletics, over the years therapies "Made in ASA" have carved out a leading role in sports, earning gold medals and podiums of excellence. Also in the new year the partnerships with prominent teams and world champions will continue. - January 22, 2014 - ASA srl
Acti-Kare Responsive In-Home Care Can be with Your Loved One, When You Can't
Overwhelmed Caregivers Look for Relief. Metropolis now offers a unique option for seniors and families: affordable and compassionate care, by qualified caregivers, in your home. Acti-Kare Responsive In-Home Care, the nation’s premier in-home care company, has opened a branch in San Mateo. Acti-Kare provides high quality, individualized care to seniors in the security of their homes, at times convenient to the families. - January 22, 2014 - Acti-Kare Senior In-Home Care
VNA of Cape Cod Reduces Cost and Improves Cash Flow with SutureSign
The Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) of Cape Cod in Hyannis, MA has reduced their cost of managing orders with SutureSign, healthcare’s leading electronic signature service. “SutureSign has been a very positive move for us,” says George Haydon, Chief Information Officer at the... - January 21, 2014 - Suture Health, Inc.
Kenyon Homecare Consulting's 5 Ways to Prevent Your Home Care Manual from Becoming a Doorstop
Use these tips to ensure your staff regularly follows the policies and procedures in your agency's home care manual. See how to keep your manual up-to-date. - January 21, 2014 - Kenyon HomeCare Consulting
Tri-County Chiropractic of Exton Now Offers Spinal Decompression Therapy
Tri-County Chiropractic of Exton is now offering Spinal Decompression Therapy. Spinal Decompression Therapy is a pain free alternative that has shown a very high rate of success at reducing or even eliminating back and neck pain. - January 21, 2014 - Tri-County Chiropractic of Exton
Alliance GHS Announces New Medical Tourism Operator Website
Alliance GHS Announces New Informational Medical Tourism Operator Website at the start of 2014. - January 21, 2014 - Alliance GHS
Carolina Center for Integrative Medicine to Open Satellite Clinic in Wilmington, NC
John C. Pittman, MD, Director of the Carolina Center for Integrative Medicine (CCIM), is opening a satellite clinic in Wilmington, NC, in association with Consults in Wellness. The clinic will begin seeing patients on January 31st, 2014. - January 21, 2014 - Carolina Center for Integrative Medicine
Knowmedge Announces Publication of High-Yield Internal Medicine Board Review Pearls eBook in iTunes, Google Play, and Kindle Format
The Knowmedge High-Yield Internal Medicine Board Review Pearls eBook, geared towards individuals interested in Internal Medicine Certification, is now available in various digital formats. - January 21, 2014 - Knowmedge
American Venous Forum 26th Annual Meeting Offers Innovative Research
The American Venous Forum will hold its 26th Annual Meeting on February 19-22, 2014 in New Orleans, Louisiana. AVF Annual Meetings bring together internationally recognized thought leaders, expert investigators and clinicians in venous and lymphatic disease. Program highlights include Scientific Sessions on Superficial Vein Disease, Chronic Venous Obstructions, Venous Thromboembolism/IVC Filters, and Venous Mix. - January 20, 2014 - American Venous Forum
"Spiritual Bypass and Shamanism" on January 21 "Why Shamanism Now?" Radio Show with Christina Pratt
On her next episode of "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity" titled "Spiritual Bypass and Shamanism," teacher, author and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks about how we have a tendency to jump into a spiritual practice prematurely in an effort to avoid the difficulties of life, and how this in and of itself should be avoided. - January 20, 2014 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Pregnancy Massage Helps Ease Back & Leg Pain, Sleeplessness & Anxiety Says Perth Massage Therapist
Research conducted by the University of Miami has found that massage during pregnancy helps to ease anxiety, sleeplessness and other common worries experienced during pregnancy. - January 19, 2014 - Domonique’s Remedial Massage
Hair Transplant Providence Office Offers Exclusive IGT Method
DiStefano Hair Loss Restoration Centers offers a range of service at its hair transplant RI office. - January 19, 2014 - DiStefano Hair Restoration Center
One Day Conference on "Current Applications of Laparoscopy in Advance GI Surgery" on 9th February, 2014
Department of Laparoscopic GI, GI Oncology & Minimal Access Surgery, Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi is organizing a one day Conference on “Current Applications of Laparoscopy in Advance GI Surgery” on 9th February, 2014. - January 19, 2014 - Dr. Pardeep Jain
Eppendorf Reference® 2 Pipettes Now Available at Pipette.com
Pipette.com announces the addition of the Eppendorf Reference® 2 pipettes to their Eppendorf product portfolio. The special design and build will benefit chemical labs looking for a high quality and durable pipette. - January 18, 2014 - Pipette.com
Transasia Demonstrates Its Market Leadership by Launching Five New Instruments
Through its world class manufacturing setup and indigenous research, Transasia works towards meeting the diagnostic needs of patients and doctors across the world. - January 18, 2014 - Transasia Bio-Medicals Ltd.
Dr. Juan Luque Joins PlacidWay to Provide Global Access to Patients Seeking Top Cosmetic Surgery in Mexico
See how PlacidWay, the leading medical tourism company, and Dr. Jean Luque, a top cosmetic plastic surgeon in Mexico will bring more affordable prices for top beauty surgeries abroad. - January 18, 2014 - PlacidWayUSA
Crowded Dental Tourism Market, a Challenge for Providers' Survival
How can a dental tourism player survive nowadays? See what other dental treatment centers are offering and how a center like this can be better. - January 18, 2014 - PlacidWayUSA
Autism Learning Games: Camp Discovery App Utilizes Technology to Revolutionize Learning for Children with Autism
The educational, evidence-based app helps children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) overcome deficits by learning new skills. - January 17, 2014 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Industry Trailblazer Greg Gartner Continues Leading Diversified Growth for Gartner Studios
Greg Gartner charts course for Gartner Studios. - January 16, 2014 - Gartner Studios
The Addictions Coach Offers 3 Day Intensive Course at Solutions Recovery in Las Vegas Nevada
The Addictions Coach and The Addictions Academy offer a 3 day Intensive Course and Certification in Recovery Coaching and Intervention. - January 16, 2014 - The Addictions Coach
Stacey Corbett Launches USA Mobile Drug Testing of Greater Brockton, MA
Stacey Corbett has launched USA Mobile Drug Testing of Greater Brockton to provide onsite mobile drug testing services for employers in Norfolk, Plymouth, and North Bristol counties. “After seeing the devastating effects of drug abuse in my own community, which has touched nearly everyone in... - January 16, 2014 - USA Mobile Drug Testing
TruSculpt Body Sculpting Treatment Now Available in Orlando at Winter Park Laser
Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center is the first medical spa in Winter Park, and Central Orlando, Florida to offer the newest non-invasive body sculpting treatment on the market; TruSculpt™ by Cutera for cellulite reduction, fat reduction, skin tightening, and body sculpting. The... - January 16, 2014 - Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center
Potential Benefits of Adult Stem Cell Therapy for COPD
Stemedix™ (stemedix.com ) is a Florida based Autologous Adipose Stem Cell treatment organization offering Stem Cell therapy and expertise to patients who suffer from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), a chronic and debiltative disease affecting over 200 million worldwide. The... - January 16, 2014 - Stemedix
Staffordshire and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit Uses Datix for Patient Feedback Intelligence to Support Clinical Commissioning Groups
Staffordshire and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit (SLCSU) has deployed Datix patient safety software, installing Datix Incidents, Complaints, Hotspots and Dashboards modules to capture patient feedback as well as clinical data from General Practitioners (GPs). SLCSU is one of the largest CSUs... - January 16, 2014 - Datix Software
Greg Gartner and Gartner Studios Announce Partnership with Lake Elmo Organization, Supporting Kids with Congenital Heart Defects
Greg Gartner partners with local organization. - January 15, 2014 - Gartner Studios
Panel of Six New Anti-Glutamate Receptor Antibodies from AbboMax and Their Function in the Central Nervous System and Other Organs
The neurotransmitter glutamate (Glu) is abundant in the human body, particularly in the nervous system. Glu binds to glutamate receptors (GluRs) leading to the activation of multiple signaling pathways. In addition to their fundamental role in neurotransmittion, GluRs contribute to the modulation of a variety of cellular functions such as the modulation of synaptic plasticity which is vital for memory and learning. Abbomax has developed a panel of six anti-GluR antibodies for the neuroscience. - January 15, 2014 - AbboMax, Inc.
Environmental Liability Seminar in Mississauga, ON
ALS Environmental, a global laboratory testing network with locations throughout the Greater Toronto Area, is teaming up with industry leaders and regulators for an exclusive half-day educational seminar in Ontario. The seminar, Reducing Risk: Improving Your Bottom Line (Reducing Risk), is being... - January 15, 2014 - ALS Environmental
Versasuite Exhibits at 2014 Georgia Rural Health Association Annual Conference
VersaSuite, a leading Health Information System provider to Critical Access Hospitals (CAH), Ambulatory Clinics, Surgical Centers, and Rural hospitals, will be exhibiting at the 2014 Georgia Rural Health Association (GRHA) Annual Conference in Savannah Georgia. This year’s event theme is... - January 15, 2014 - VersaSuite