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Lutheran Services in America Named Number 25 on Chronicle of Philanthropy’s “Philanthropy 400”
Lutheran Services in America (LSA) has placed at number 25 on the 2013 “Philanthropy 400” list compiled annually by The Chronicle of Philanthropy, a leading publication for nonprofit news and issues. This is the second time that LSA has ranked number 25 on the list of top charities in... - October 26, 2013 - Lutheran Services in America
“Why Are We Afraid to Live Well?” on October 29 Why Shamanism Now? Radio Show with 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 challenges the fears that get in our way from living a full, powerful, soulful life. - October 26, 2013 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Aldersgate Welcomes Wolf, Kerns to Culinary Services Department
Aldersgate welcomes new Culinary Services staff members to enrich quality dining experiences. - October 26, 2013 - Aldersgate UMRC, Inc.
GenieMD Announces Availability of Version 5.5 on Android Markets
GenieMD, a Silicon Valley based, global provider of mobile healthcare solutions, is pleased to announce the release of GenieMD 5.5 on the Android Markets. This update brings several new features for Android users, increasing access to health information and making personal health data actionable... - October 26, 2013 - Friendly
CareSync Named Emerging Technology Company of the Year in Tampa Bay Technology Forum's 10th Annual Industry Achievement Awards
CareSync Tops the Shortlist for Organizations Leading the Way in the Technology Community - October 26, 2013 - CareSync
DNA Diagnostics Centre (DDC), One of the World’s Largest DNA Testing Companies, Increases the Identification Power of Its DNA Tests by More Than 500%
DDC (DNA Diagnostics Centre) and it’s division, DDC Medical, one of the world’s largest providers of DNA tests, announced today that all DNA tests utilising Short Tandem Repeat (STR) DNA testing technology, including Paternity and Cell Line Authentication testing, will now examine 22... - October 26, 2013 - DNA Diagnostics Centre
New Study Confirms Meehl Foundation DBT Program
The finding that “Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) reduces depressive symptoms, improve affective control, and improve mindfulness self-efficiency” are not surprising to the Meehl Foundation DBT therapists - October 25, 2013 - The Meehl Foundation
Clinton Health Matters Initiative and Wellable Join to Promote Wellness
Wellable, a wellness incentive company that enables health plans, employers, and wellness providers to leverage mobile apps to implement robust wellness programs joins the Clinton Foundation today to announce a Commitment to Action with the Clinton Health Matters Initiative (CHMI) to promote health... - October 25, 2013 - Wellable
This Halloween Turn a Night of Fear Into a Night of Hope
International children’s charity and TV chef Lesley Waters create hope for the world’s most vulnerable children. - October 25, 2013 - World Vision UK
Dr. Brannon Claytor Notes Educational Efforts of ASPS
The second annual National Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day, or BRA Day, is October 16, 2013. The goal of BRA Day, created by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Plastic Surgery Foundation is to promote education awareness and access to post mastectomy options for the more than... - October 25, 2013 - Atlantic Plastic Surgery Center
New Autism Study Reveals Effectiveness of Web-Based Intervention Tool for Challenging Behaviors
The “Randomized Evaluation of a Web-Based Tool for Designing Function-Based Behavioral Intervention Plans” study, conducted by Center for Autism and Related Disorder’s researchers, is published in the December 2013 journal of Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders. - October 25, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Shiffa Diamond Oil Chakra Balancing Treatment
A Transforming Reiki Treatment with Precious Diamond Infused Shiffa Oils. - October 25, 2013 - Ancient Healing Arts Academy
Pipette.com Launches New Blog Solutions.Pipette.com to Help Scientists Find Liquid Handling Answers
Liquid handling experts, Pipette.com has launched their blog site Solutions.Pipette.com. The new site will benefit the Life Science community by making it easier to find the best products and services that fit any lab technician’s problem. These resources include articles, promotions, product... - October 25, 2013 - Pipette.com
Empowerment Company Launched to Help Americans Find Love, Health and Wealth
The new empowerment company, Medizate and website www.medizate.com, was launched to provide affordable, positive therapeutic tools for the mind and body -- unique meditation, subliminal and hypnotic CDs and downloads. - October 25, 2013 - Medizate
Dr. Parker of Paramus, New Jersey Comments on the Use of Botox Injections to Treat Migraines
The Parker Center for Plastic Surgery speaks about the use of Botox injections to treat patients who suffer from chronic migraine headaches. - October 25, 2013 - Parker Center for Plastic Surgery
Saddleback Memorial Foundation to Receive Support from Douglas/Bravo Golf Classic and Helicopter Drop
Proceeds benefit Women and Children’s Services at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center. - October 24, 2013 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
ALPCO Launches STELLUX™ Chemiluminescent Human Insulin ELISA
ALPCO releases second chemiluminescent assay in STELLUX™ product line. - October 24, 2013 - ALPCO
Fertility Preservation Network Sponsors Reno and Dallas Race for the Cure Teams
ReproTech, Ltd., a cryobank specializing in long-term storage of human reproductive tissue (sperm, eggs, embryos and ovarian/testicular tissue), was proud to sponsor local staff in Susan G. Komen for the Cure fundraisers. - October 24, 2013 - ReproTech, LLC
Nuliv Science to Attend SupplySide West 2013
Expo for Ingredient Buyers and Sellers from Around the World - October 24, 2013 - Nuliv Science
Practical Manual to Bring Back Intimacy, Stop Passive Aggression and Improve Your Marriage in High Demand
This Manual has been published to great success because it offers a new method to identify the roots of the passive aggressive behavior, and offers a plan of action to improve communications. - October 24, 2013 - Creative Conflict Resolutions
Artreach Hosts Thrill the World Event Community Unites to Break the World Record
Worldwide Thrill The World Event coming to Norwich, CT. Artreach unites community to raise funds towards healing psychological disorders through the arts. - October 24, 2013 - Artreach
New Publication from Datix Focussing on What Healthcare Can Learn from High Reliability Organizations to be Launched at ASHRM October 27-30, 2013 in Austin, Texas USA
Datix, a pioneer in the field of patient safety since 1986 and a supplier of software for patient safety, risk management, incident and adverse event reporting, has published a collection of papers on what healthcare organizations can learn from industries that are inherently dangerous and... - October 24, 2013 - Datix Software
Orthopaedic Specialists of North Carolina Partners with St. Mary’s School Athletic Program
OSNC Personnel to Provide Medical Care and Treatment to St. Mary’s School Student-Athletes - October 24, 2013 - Dr. Galland
New Additions to Executive Team Takes ChangeMed National
ChangeMed, an industry leader in healthcare products, services and support, announces that Barry Hoffman has joined ChangeMed as CEO and Steve Miller will be the company's new EVP. - October 23, 2013 - ChangeMed Consulting Inc.
Leading Edge Medical Survey Reflects Keen Interest of Medical Professionals
LEMed survey indicates one third of stem cell doctors are interested in laser-medical therapies for their patients. - October 23, 2013 - Leading Edge Medical, Ltd.
DrugDev and CFS Clinical Come Together to Drive Clinical Trial Standards for Investigators, CROs and Sponsors
DrugDev, an interactive network and data sharing platform for over 80,000 clinical trial doctors in 93 countries, announced today its acquisition of CFS Clinical (CFS), the leading specialty provider focused on the business and financial management activities for clinical trials. DrugDev and... - October 23, 2013 - Clinical Financial Services
Parkway Sleephealth Centers Hires Carolyn Rodgers as Physician Assistant
Sleep Health Center Adds Physician Assistant with 16 Years of Experience - October 23, 2013 - Parkway SleepHealth Centers
Elmwood at the Springs Health Care Center Selects Versasuite as Its Electronic Medical Records and Practice Management Software
VersaSuite today announced Ohio-based Elmwood at the Springs Health Care Center, a long term acute care (LTAC) hospital, has selected its adaptive electronic health records and practice management software. VersaSuite offers a complete EHR and practice management solution for LTAC facilities and is... - October 23, 2013 - VersaSuite
Leading Edge Medical to Create New Therapies to Improve Stem Cell Results
Leading Edge Medical to open new clinic that will offer the most advanced protocols and techniques in cellular medicine and laser treatment technology. - October 22, 2013 - Leading Edge Medical, Ltd.
AveXis-BioLife Licenses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Patent Portfolio from Nationwide Children's Hospital and The Ohio State University
BioLife, a synthetic biology platform company soon to be renamed AveXis, has been granted exclusive rights to the spinal muscular atrophy gene therapy program developed at The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. The license... - October 21, 2013 - AveXis Inc.
East West Eye Institute Offers Important Information When Looking for a Lasik Eye Surgeon
Lasik Eye Surgery has come a long way. Since the first surgery in 1989, nearly 30 million procedures have been performed worldwide. It has grown to become one of the most popular, fast, and pain free procedures available. (According to www.medicinenet.com) East West Eye Institute in Los Angeles... - October 21, 2013 - East West Eye
East West Eye Offers Some Insight on Nutritional Foods
East West Eye provides some tips on foods that can help prevent eye disease. - October 21, 2013 - East West Eye
Leading Edge Medical in Discussions with German Laser-Medicine World-Leader
Hong Kong-based LEMed have scheduled meetings with head of Germany’s Weber Medical this week in Hong Kong. - October 21, 2013 - Leading Edge Medical, Ltd.
Northern Virginia Phlebotomy Allied Healthcare Training Announces Affordable Technical Training Programs in Northern Virginia Metropolitan Region
Northern Virginia Phlebotomy now offers affordable technical training programs for qualified individuals seeking careers in healthcare. - October 20, 2013 - Northern Virginia Phlebotomy
Novant Health and Memorial Health Partner with Liberty Regional Medical Center
Novant Health and Memorial Health announced today a collaborative shared services partnership with Liberty Regional Medical Center in Hinesville, Ga., that is designed to reduce expenses and improve patient care. Novant Health will partner with Memorial Health, a Novant Health Shared Services... - October 20, 2013 - Memorial Health
“Why Are We Afraid to Die?” on October 22 “Why Shamanism Now?” Radio Show with 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 misconceptions around death and dying and how shamanism can help us explore the truth of this eventuality. - October 20, 2013 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
WV Hospital Administrators Commend Radiological Physician Associates (RPAXRAY.com) on 45 Years of Continued Healthcare Services
The State of West Virginia congratulates RPA and welcomes new hospital administration, radiologists, and medical facilities to join Radiological Physician Associates in their 45 Year Anniversary of healthcare services. Radiological Physician Associates (RPAXRAY) is West Virginia's largest radiology and tele-rad group. - October 19, 2013 - Radiological Physician Associates
Victory Over Stroke Event Set for November 15, 2013
The Stroke Association of Florida Announces Fourth Annual "Victory Over Stroke" Event in Sarasota, Florida. - October 19, 2013 - The Stroke Association Of Florida
Inspiring Healthy Families at the Y
The YMCA of Eastern Union County Believes the Family That Plays Together Stays Healthy Together Family, Fun, Fitness, Health and Community are words heard every day at the YMCA of Eastern Union County. This Fall, the YMCA opened the doors of its branches to the community in Elizabeth, Union and... - October 19, 2013 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Dakota Dental Apple Valley Dentistry Will Participate Again in the National Halloween Candy Buy Back Campaign
Apple Valley dental clinic Dakota Dental will again participate in the 2013 national Halloween Candy Buy Back campaign by offering cash and prizes in exchange for unwrapped sweet treats. - October 19, 2013 - Dakota Dental
Health Solutions Announce Benefits of Orthotics in Toronto
Health Solutions has just announced that they are advertising the benefits of receiving orthotics in Toronto through their service. Orthotics is well known for improving alignment and preventing injuries in anyone from the average everyday office worker to athletes. Orthotics in Toronto through... - October 19, 2013 - Health Solutions
South Nassau Communities Hospital Surgeon’s Research Published
Their analysis found that TEE-induced esophageal perforation occurred predominantly in the thoracic esophagus segment, in elderly female patients, in an intra-operative setting and in cases with a perceived low risk or an uneventful TEE exam. - October 19, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Anesthesia Billing Experts Physician Office Partners, Inc. Helping US Companies Achieve HIPAA Compliance
Anesthesia billing organization, Physician Office Partners, Inc. has recently announced a new program designed to help companies optimize their processes and ensure compliance with the latest HIPAA billing regulations. The firm’s package includes a full assessment of current documentation... - October 19, 2013 - Physician Office Partners
Best-Selling Co-Author, Kathy Nolan Will Host a Pre-Retirement Workshop: “Rescue Retirement” is It Time to Downsize? A Baby Boomer Alert for Income Generating Solutions.
Kathy Nolan and a panel of five New Jersey professionals, including Peter Mangiola of Senior Helpers, will host a retirement workshop/dinner at The White Sands Oceanfront Resort & Spa in Point Pleasant, New Jersey. - October 18, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
Oceanside Care Center Celebrates National Case Management Week 2013
Oceanside Care Center, a prestigious skilled nursing facility located in Oceanside, New York, is proud to show support of the Case Management Society of America's Ninth Annual Case Management Week celebration from October 13-19th. Health care facilities throughout the country such as managed care organizations and hospitals will be sponsoring local events during the week. - October 18, 2013 - Oceanside Care Center
Paid Migraine Clinical Trial Now Enrolling at Achieve Clinical Research Near Birmingham, Alabama; Accepting M/F Patients Suffering from Migraines Age 18 - 75
Achieve is conducting a randomized, single-dose study comparing the efficacy and safety of a combination of acetaminophen and aspirin vs placebo in the acute treatment of migraine headaches. - October 18, 2013 - Clinical Trials Institute
Center for Autism and Related Disorders to Implement, Skills®: The Online Autism Solution with Magellan Health Services
Skills® gives Magellan’s network of behavioral health providers an easier and more effective way to treat individuals who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. - October 18, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Eden Autism Services Announces $500,000 Challenge Grant
Eden is pleased to announce that 15 Eden families and two Eden friends have joined together in support of the capital campaign by committing $500,000 in the form of a challenge grant, to conclude on March 31, 2014. Every new campaign dollar will be matched by this generous group of Eden families and friends. - October 18, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
AveXis BioLife Announce The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital Received Fast Track Status for Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment
AveXis and BioLife, synthetic biology platform companies, today announced that The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital received Fast Track designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its scAAV9.CB.SMN gene therapy product for the treatment of spinal muscular... - October 18, 2013 - AveXis Inc.
First Ever World Vasectomy Day Marked This October 18
To make an impact on family planning efforts worldwide, physicians in 25 countries to perform 1,000 vasectomies in 24 hours. - October 18, 2013 - World Vasectomy Day