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South Nassau Communities Hospital Reports Knee Replacement’s Economic Benefit for Patients, Employers
Of course, prevention is the best method to avoid the need for a knee replacement and the cost of it. - December 01, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Fertility Preservation Network Sponsors Donation Drive for Non-Profit Organizations
ReproTech, Ltd., a cryobank specializing in long-term storage of human reproductive tissue (sperm, eggs, embryos, and ovarian/testicular tissue), hosted a Facebook voting drive that resulted in a $500 donation to Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation. - November 29, 2013 - ReproTech, LLC
Concerned Dental Care “Refer a Friend” Program Goes Live
Refer a Friend, Earn Rewards: Being a Good Friend Has Never Been so Easy - November 29, 2013 - Concerned Dental Care
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals on Pipettes, Tips, and Calibration Now Available at Pipette.com
Pipette.com announces special holiday pricing on pipettes, tips, and calibration service. These holiday deals will benefit labs looking to save grant money without sacrificing efficiency and precision in liquid handling products. - November 29, 2013 - Pipette.com
healthPERX’s Telehealth Service Reduces Employee Absenteeism During Cold & Flu Season
Telemedicine reduces employee sick time during cold and flu season. Both employers and employees benefit from low cost, convenient program that provides 24/7 access to board certified doctors. The ROI on businesses is astounding. - November 29, 2013 - healthPERX
Dry Harbor Nursing Home Prepares Joint Celebration for Thanksgiving and Hanukkah 2013
Middle Village, NY-Based Dry Harbor Nursing Home Invites Family and Friends to Join in the Celebration of Thanksgiving and Hanukkah. - November 29, 2013 - Dry Harbor Nursing Home
Hospice of the North Coast Honors Friends and Founders
Hospice of the North Coast (HNC) hosted “A Vision Realized” Friends and Founders appreciation brunch on Sunday, November 17, 2013 in Carlsbad. Mistress of Ceremonies, Dawn Hall Cunneen, Partner with Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves and Savitch, LLP, presented awards and recognized honorees... - November 29, 2013 - Hospice of the North Coast
Pregnant? Need information in Arabic? WebTeb Launches “Teb Baby”- a Comprehensive Pregnancy Section
The section is the first of its kind to be made available in Arabic, and is based on information from Harvard Medical School and the Mayo Clinic. - November 28, 2013 - WebTeb
Residential Community Exclusively Built for Memory Loss Care Now Open in Chula Vista
ActivCare at Rolling Hills Ranch Serves Seniors with Alzheimer’s and Related Dementia. The first 15 residents are moving in to ActivCare at Rolling Hills Ranch, a new specialized community for seniors with memory loss which was recently completed in Chula Vista. The new state-of-the-art... - November 28, 2013 - ActivCare Living
BMA and HPS Organize Food Drive Benefiting the San Antonio Food Bank
BMA was able to donate over 2,900 pounds of food to the San Antonio Food Bank. - November 28, 2013 - BMA
Woodstock Welcomes Portland Family Health - a Full-Service Family Focused Wellness Center
Portland Family Health is a family-friendly wellness center with chiropractic, naturopathic, midwifery, acupuncture, nutrition, women’s wellness, massage therapy and counseling. It is located on the corner of 4004 SE Woodstock Boulevard and opened in November of 2013. - November 28, 2013 - Portland Family Health
Clubhouse International Joins National #GivingTuesday Movement to Encourage Spending for Social Good
Clubhouse International, a global organization that seeks to change the world of mental health, has joined #GivingTuesday, an internet-wide philanthropic event that is launching on Tuesday December 3, 2013. During this holiday season, people are encouraged to support the work of Clubhouse International by making an online donation; visiting or volunteering at a local Clubhouse, or speaking out against the prejudice and stigma that surround mental illness. - November 27, 2013 - Clubhouse International
Peter Mangiola, In-Home Care Wellness Expert from Senior Helpers, Identifies 7 Causes of Holiday Guilt
Offers a Free Guide to Avoid the Emotional Triggers That Hijack Family Caregivers During the Holidays of Thanksgiving, Chanukah, Christmas and New Years - November 27, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
HealthCARE Express Sees Flu Arrive in the Arklatex
It is estimated that between five and 20 percent of the local population will be burdened with congestion, coughing spells, body aches, fatigue, and fever all attributed to seasonal influenza, or the flu. Positive flu tests have been recorded this week at HealthCARE Express in the Arklatex,... - November 27, 2013 - HealthCARE Express
New York Dr. Francis X. Mendoza, M.D. Offers Effective Treatment for Skiing Injuries
New York-based orthopedic surgeon Dr. Mendoza offers a wide-array of treatments for skiing-related injuries. - November 27, 2013 - Fxmendozamd.com
Medical Port’s CEO, Belén de Vicente, Becomes the First Portuguese Certified Medical Tourism Specialist
Belén de Vicente, CEO of Medical Port, Premium Medical Tourism Facilitator, has become the first Portuguese Certified Medical Tourism Specialist. Belén de Vicente has obtained the prestigious certification from the Medical Tourism Association (MTA), a certification of expertise... - November 27, 2013 - Medical Port | Premium Medical Tourism Facilitator
Brooklyn Queens Nursing Home Celebrates as Thanksgiving and Hannuka Share the Stage for First Time in 125 Years
People from all over the country look forward to the winter holiday season all year round. This year things are a little different with both Hannukah and Thanksgiving being celebrated on the same day. The celebration of both Hannukah and Thanksgiving on the same day is a unique occasion. This is... - November 27, 2013 - Brooklyn Queens Rehab
HPS and BMA Organize Food Drive Benefitting the San Antonio Food Bank
HPS and BMA donated over 2,900 lbs. of food to the San Antonio Food Bank. - November 27, 2013 - Health Portal Solutions
Winner Announced! ProActive Physical Therapy Wins Business Growth Award
ProActive Physical Therapy in Tucson, Arizona, nominated for the Copper Cactus Cox Business Growth Award, was named award recipient for 2013. - November 27, 2013 - ProActive Physical Therapy
Phoenix Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Shelden Martin Talks About Common Swimming Injuries
Dr. Shelden Martin recently spoke to the Neptune Swim Club regarding common injuries swimmers encounter while competing and training. He spoke to the club on Oct. 23 about ways to prevent shoulder injuries while swimming, how to determine if an injury has occurred, when to seek the treatment of an... - November 26, 2013 - Arizona Orthopaedic Associates
Kenyon HomeCare Consulting: Is Your Home Care Revenue Stuck in Neutral?
Kenyon HomeCare Consulting's tips to help agencies increase their home care revenue. - November 26, 2013 - Kenyon HomeCare Consulting
Free Introductory Certified Chair Yoga Class for Local Residents at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Franklin, NC December 2nd from 12-12:30 p.m.
Tamera Nielsen, year round resident of Franklin and the only Certified Chair Yoga Teacher in Macon and Jackson counties is offering a free introductory chair yoga class for local residents at the Unitarian Church Monday, December 2nd from 12-12:30. - November 25, 2013 - Feel Well Yoga
Julie H. Gallo, MMA, PA-C Joins the Riverchase Team
Julie H. Gallo, MMA, PA-C is the newest provider at Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery. She will began treating patients at the Fort Myers and Cape Coral locations on November 25th. - November 25, 2013 - Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery
myHealthbox Adds Full Support for Healthcare Products Available in Australia, New Zealand and Brazil
myHealthbox, the largest source of information on medicines and healthcare products, is announcing today full support for product sold in Australia, New Zealand and Brazil. - November 25, 2013 - myHealthbox
Barbara Cataletto Captures 2nd Stevie Award
Barbara Cataletto, nation's subject matter expert in spine coding and reimbursement, recognized with international Stevie Award as Mentor. - November 24, 2013 - Business Dynamics Inc.
“The Shaman in Love” on November 26 “Why Shamanism Now?” Radio Show with Shaman and Host Christina Pratt
On her radio show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity”, teacher, author and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks about how to sustain our closest relationships while actively participating in a shamanic practice. - November 24, 2013 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Eden Autism Services Launches Expansion of Bracelet Program with Online Store
Just in Time for the Holidays, Individually Handcrafted Bracelets Made by Adults with Autism, Are Now Available Online. - November 24, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
mumms® Software & Outcome Resources Solidify Partnership to Establish Two-Way Interfacing Capabilities for Hospice and Palliative Care Facilities
mumms® Software and Outcome Resources, national leaders in Hospice Electronic Medical Records and Pharmacy Benefits Managers, respectively, announced they have established two-way interfacing to increasing efficiency, making it easier for hospices to succeed. Hospice and palliative care... - November 24, 2013 - mumms Software
Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Now Offers Ultherapy
Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgerywill now be offering Ultherapy treatment services at several of their Southwest Florida offices. Ultherapy is a non-surgical procedure that uses ultrasound and the body’s natural healing process to lift, tone, and tighten loose skin on the brow,... - November 24, 2013 - Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery
Lincoln County Ambulance District Aid Firefighters, Medics Around the World
By donating outdated equipment to the (IFRM) International Fire Relief Mission, LCAD is giving medics and firefighters in developing countries greater ability to help their communities. - November 24, 2013 - International Fire Relief Mission
Leo Radosta Honored as First Recipient of M.J. McDonough Award for Distinguished Service to Hospice
Leo Radosta, CEO of mumms® Software, was honored as the first recipient of the M.J. McDonough Award for Distinguished Service to Hospice at Outcome Resources’ Pathways to Success Conference. The award honors individuals that have shown high levels of dedication to helping hospices succeed. - November 24, 2013 - mumms Software
U.S. Model Melissa Shawn Chooses Costa Rica Dental Team for Smile Makeover
As a dental tourist, Ms. Shawn found, like an increasing number of Americans, that traveling to Costa Rica for a dental vacation is an attractive and affordable option. - November 23, 2013 - Costa Rica Dental Team
Dr. Misty Brown Receives Honorary Award from Peers
Keller Dentist for nearly two decades receives prestigious award in honor of her dedication to her profession and extraordinary care of her patients. The Peer Reviewed Professionals Cum Laude Organization has nationally recognized Dr. Misty Brown with this esteemed award. Spokesperson for the committee commented, "There is no greater honor than to earn the respect of your peers, Dr. Brown has definitely earned this award." - November 22, 2013 - Dr. Misty Brown
Morris Park Celebrates as Thanksgiving and Hanukkah Fall on the Same Day
Bronx Based Nursing Home Morris Park to Celebrate the Arrival of Thanksgiving and Hanukkah with Food, Fun and Family - November 22, 2013 - Morris Park
Strategies for Sustaining an Injury Free Career Seminar by Jay Dicharry, PT, SCS
REP Lab Sports Performance director and Rebound Physical Therapy PT Jay Dicharry, PT, SCS presented to the Pain Society of Oregon, a chapter of the Western Pain Society on Solving the Mystery of Athletics: Strategies for Sustaining an Injury Free Career. - November 22, 2013 - Rebound Physical Therapy
Historic Gatehouse of Nationally Recognized Hospital Restored and Refurbished
Sheppard Pratt Health System celebrates the restoration of its oldest structure on campus and one of two gatehouses on the National Register of Historic Places. - November 22, 2013 - Sheppard Pratt Health System
CareSync Offers Specific Program for Lung Cancer Caregiver Burnout
CareSync Starts Series of Webinars to Stop Caregiver Burnout and Understand How New Healthcare Laws Will Affect the Caregiver. - November 22, 2013 - CareSync
BMA Announces Organ Transplant Program Partnership with Fairmont Specialty
BMA is pleased to announce their Organ Transplant Program partnership with Fairmont Specialty. - November 22, 2013 - BMA
David Kahn, San Francisco's Artisan Surgeon, Releases His Third Jazz Album
With Surgical Precision, San Francisco's "Steady Hand" Leads on Piano in his Third Jazz Album, the Fantasy Sessions. - November 21, 2013 - The Kahn Center for Cosmetic Surgery
Kenyon HomeCare's Home Health Consultants Help Agencies Grow with Specialty Services
Kenyon HomeCare Consulting assists home care agencies with developing specialty services so they can better serve client needs and capitalize on growth opportunities. - November 21, 2013 - Kenyon HomeCare Consulting
Dry Harbor Nursing Home Honors November Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
Middle Village, NY Based Dry Harbor Nursing Home Shows Support of Alzheimer's Awareness Month with Helpful Resources for Patients and Caregivers. - November 21, 2013 - Dry Harbor Nursing Home
Oceanside Care Center Celebrates Thanksgiving and Hannukah on the Same Day
Oceanside, NY Based Nursing Home Oceanside Care Center Looks Forward to the Celebrations of both Thanksgiving and Hannukah on the Same Day. - November 21, 2013 - Oceanside Care Center
Putnam Ridge Celebrates as Thanksgiving and Hanukah Share the Same Day This Year
Brewster, NY Based Nursing Home Putnam Ridge Hosts Festivities as Hannukah and Thanksgiving Share the Stage This Year. - November 21, 2013 - Putnam Ridge
Omni Practice Group Announces 25 Years as Dental Accountant in Seattle
Omni Practice Group has just announced that the firm has over 25 years as a dental accountant in Seattle. The company focuses on the business side of dentistry and in addition to being a dental accountant in Seattle the team provides a variety of services to allow dentists to focus on dentistry,... - November 21, 2013 - Omni Practice Group
New Treatment for Excessive Underarm Sweat Now Available at Cary Dermatology
Lasting Solution That Can Make Embarrassing Underarm Sweat a Thing of the Past Now Available - November 21, 2013 - Cary Dermatology
Sarasota Memorial Hospital (FL) Offers Experimental Mitral Clip as Alternative to Open-Heart Surgery to Correct Leaky Valves
Traditionally, there have been no good treatment options for people too frail to undergo open heart surgery to correct mitral regurgitation. But now, a new minimally invasive treatment option is available for patients participating in a clinical trial. Sarasota Memorial Hospital (FL) is one of 75 testing sites across the country participating in the FDA-approved trial of the mitral clip. - November 21, 2013 - Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
SFL Managing Director Provides Further Update Regarding Revision of EU Medtech Legislation
SFL’s Managing Director, Shayesteh Fürst-Ladani will be giving presentations at two upcoming Swiss life science events on revision of EU Medtech legislation. - November 21, 2013 - SFL Regulatory Affairs & Scientific Communication Ltd
MotoGP and SBK 2013: a Double Podium for Hilterapia®
Marc Marquez’s victory of 2013 MotoGP championship and Tom Sykes’ victory in Superbike sign a double podium for Hilterapia® too. ASAlaser’s therapy, being used for eight years from Clinica Mobile’s doctors and physiotherapists, has been contributing to the pre-race riders’ treatment and to their recovery after accidents on the track, and puts its seal to the just ended motorcycle season. - November 21, 2013 - ASA srl
Colorado BioScience Association Commends the State of Colorado for Granting $3.135 Million to Advance Bioscience Research from Bench to Marketplace
Last week $3.135 Million in Commercialization Infrastructure grants were awarded by Colorado’s Office of Economic and International Trade (OEDIT) under the Bioscience Discovery Evaluation Grant Program (BDEGP). Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) appreciates the OEDIT for its ongoing commitment to the state’s bioscience industry through the BDEGP, which was created in 2006 by the Colorado General Assembly. - November 21, 2013 - Colorado BioScience Association
Emerge Diagnostics, LLC. Announces the Appointment of Robert Thompson as Its New CEO
Emerge Diagnostics, LLC. announced today the appointment of Robert Thompson as its new CEO. “It’s an exciting time here at Emerge! Robert is well suited to take the helm and lead Emerge into the future and we’re thrilled to have him onboard,” stated outgoing CEO and Chairman... - November 20, 2013 - Emerge Diagnostics