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Local Chiropractor Giving Returning Military Free Care
Beginning May 1, 2010, Dr. Nason will launch NorthGlen Chiropractic's Military Care Program. This program offers free Chiropractic treatment for up to six months for returning military personnel who have been deployed in the current Iraq or Afghanistan conflicts. Today’s veterans are coming... - April 17, 2010 - NorthGlen Chiropractic
Clinical Research Coordinators Create Niche Business Offering Clinical Research Expertise to Private Medical Practices in Florida
Clinical Research Coordinators Deborah Eyerdam and Diane Paquet, both of South Florida, have partnered to create Certified Clinical Research Coordinators of Florida, a private company that will provide training and temporary staffing for MDs looking to expand their businesses and add a new income... - April 17, 2010 - Certified Clinical Research Coordinators of Florida
Avant Healthcare Professionals Announces IMAGE Certification from Department of Homeland Security
The ICE Mutual Agreement between Government and Employers (IMAGE) program was initiated in 2007 to combat unlawful employment and reduce vulnerabilities that help illegal aliens gain such employment. The goal of IMAGE is to assist employers in targeted sectors to develop a more secure and stable workforce and to enhance fraudulent document awareness through education and training. - April 17, 2010 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
Visiting Physicians Association® Promotes Deana Wooten as Regional Director
In her new role, Wooten will oversee the operations of the VPA offices in southeastern Michigan (Ann Arbor, Flint, Marysville, Saginaw, Southfield, Taylor and Utica) and Virginia (Williamsburg). - April 17, 2010 - Visiting Physicians Association
Tampa Bay Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy and Research on Saturday, May 1 at North Strab Park in St. Petersburg, FL
Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism science and advocacy organization, today announced that the Fourth annual Tampa Bay Walk Now for Autism Speaks fundraising and awareness event will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at North Straub Park in St. Petersburg. All event proceeds will... - April 17, 2010 - Autism Speaks, NJ
mumms® Hospice Software Increases Staff Efficiency with Third Party Interface Capabilities
One of the many benefits of mumms® Software, the leading electronic health record (EHR) provider for hospice and palliative care, is its capability and corporate will to interface with any program that can import or export data. This means, if information that is already in the mumms®... - April 16, 2010 - mumms Software
Landmark Lung Cancer Research Study Approves Only Site in Colorado
Denver CyberKnife obtains IRB approval as the only site in Colorado to participate in a phase IIII lung cancer trial comparing radiosurgery to surgery. - April 16, 2010 - Denver CyberKnife
Free Las Vegas Natural Hormone Therapy Seminar with Dr. Jack Anstandig
Find out how bioidentical hormones can help you. Men and Women who suffer from symptoms of hormonal imbalance that include: weight gain, memory loss, adrenal fatigue, lost libido, muscle loss, hot flashes, night sweats are welcome to join Nevada's bioidentical hormone expert, Jack Anstandig, M.D. to a free seminar. - April 16, 2010 - BodyLogicMD
Study Finds Link Between Diet and Risk of Endometriosis
Researchers at BWH have observed that women whose diets are rich in Omega-3 oils may be less likely to develop endometriosis, while those whose diets are heavily laden with trans fats might be more likely to develop the condition. - April 16, 2010 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Stress During Pregnancy May Increase Offspring’s Risk of Developing Asthma
A child's risk for asthma may be raised if the child's mother was under stress during pregnancy. - April 16, 2010 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Associations Between Diet and Kidney Function Decline Discovered
Study shows potential of diet as preventative measure in kidney function decline. - April 16, 2010 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
War-Related Stress Associated with Increased Risk of Asthma
Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital found that trauma of war may increase the risk of developing asthma. - April 16, 2010 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Weight-Loss Diets Reverse Atherosclerosis
For obese people, three weight-loss diets reversed the progression of atherosclerosis. - April 16, 2010 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Vitamin D May Protect from Cardiovascular Events
Researchers stress importance of large scale clinical trials to confirm the role of both vitamin D and calcium in the prevention of cardiovascular disease. - April 16, 2010 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Optimal Imaging Adds Marketing Representative to Team
Optimal Imaging, a mobile ultrasound provider headquartered in Cary, North Carolina, today announced the addition of Ebony Anderson as marketing representative. In her new role with Optimal Imaging, Anderson will develop new business relationships with healthcare providers and act as a liaison... - April 16, 2010 - Optimal Imaging
The Himalayan Cataract Project, a Vermont-Based International Eye Care Organization, Earns Highest Rating for Fiscal Responsibility
The Himalayan Cataract Project (HCP) works to eradicate preventable and curable blindness through high-quality ophthalmic care, education and the establishment of a world-class eye care infrastructure which includes eye hospitals, clinics and medical training. HCP works throughout the Himalayas and in Africa. The nonprofit has been awarded its fifth consecutive 4-star rating from Charity Navigator. - April 16, 2010 - Himalayan Cataract Project
Development of New Diabetes Treatment Enhanced by Partnerships
CureDM, LLC, a biopharmaceutical company with collaborative ties to the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR), announced that they have signed an agreement with Sanofi-Aventis for the exclusive worldwide license of Pancreate™, a novel islet neogenesis agent for the treatment of type... - April 16, 2010 - Lankenau Institute for Medical Research
Thousands of Chicago Adults Unaware They Have ADHD. New Therapy Group Program Launch.
Some 10 million American adults have adult ADHD, and about 75% are unaware they have it, says the Wall Street Journal. ADHD Centers is launching FOCUS: Adult ADHD Therapy Group for Beginners in Chicago. www.addcenters.com - April 16, 2010 - ADHD Centers, Chicago
Over 2,000 Free Yoga Classes and Events During National Yoga Awareness Month September 2010 Announced by Yoga Health Foundation
National Yoga Month, a national awareness campaign to inspire a healthy lifestyle, will bring Free Yoga to millions of people this September. During National Yoga Month yoga studios and teachers will offer 2,000+ free yoga classes and events nationwide. - April 16, 2010 - Yoga Health Foundation
House Call Dentist Offers Solution for Overscheduled Silicon Valley Families
Home Care Dentist offers a novel service for Bay Area residents seeking the convenience of seeing healthcare professionals in the comfort of home. - April 15, 2010 - Home Care Dentist
Health Decisions Expands the Agile Clinical Network with the Addition of African CRO ClinResearch
International research network’s continued growth strengthens its aim to raise standards of efficiency and quality for global clinical trials. - April 15, 2010 - Health Decisions
Nurse Next Door Recognized Among Canada's Best Workplaces of 2010
Home care franchise system named among country's top 75 in Globe and Mail. - April 15, 2010 - Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Core Five Solutions to Exhibit at Benefits Selling Expo 2010
Core Five Solutions, a licensed third party administrator and benefit enrollment company, announced today it will participate in the 6th Annual Benefits Selling Expo held April 19 – 21, 2010, in Washington, DC hosted by Benefits Selling magazine. The Benefits Selling Expo is dedicated to... - April 15, 2010 - Core Five Solutions
Austin, Texas Urgent Care Center Implements Smartphone Technology to Connect with Patients
Austin Immediate Care urgent care center announces its partnership with Healthagen to put medical and facility information into the hands of smart phone users. With the free mobile medical phone app, iTriage, consumers can check symptoms, research possible causes and find physicians and facilities. - April 15, 2010 - iTriage, LLC
Peaceful Media Joins Therapy in Transition as Social Media/Internet Presence Experts
Therapy in Transition (TITO), which recently put together an Expert Panel to expand its services, has brought on board a three-person team from Peaceful Media as the organization’s Social Media/Internet Presence Coaching Experts. - April 14, 2010 - Therapy in Transition LLC
Bariatric Surgery Texas Leader, BMI of Texas, Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
Bariatric surgery Texas leader, BMI of Texas, celebrates their first anniversary helping patients achieve successful weight loss.Top bariatric surgery Texas provider, BMI of Texas, celebrates their one year anniversary. These bariatric San Antonio experts have hit many milestones in their first year as they work to help their patients achieve successful weight loss. - April 14, 2010 - Bariatric Medical Institute
Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center Moves Medical Spa to New Location in Orlando, FL
Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center has been a premiere medical spa in Winter Park, Fl for over six years, and decided it was time to expand, and move into a new, bigger location less than a mile away in Orlando FL. - April 14, 2010 - Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center
Seniors Helping Seniors Providing Free Workshops to Grand Rapids Seniors and Their Families
Seniors Helping Seniors will be providing free informational workshops for seniors and their families. The main topics that will be covered are the benefits of staying at home and home safety. At this free workshop, seniors and their families will learn what the Aid and Attendance program is and how it may help to pay for in home services. - April 14, 2010 - Seniors Helping Seniors, Michigan
Western New York Immediate Care Uses Smartphone Technology to Connect Patients with Their Facilities
WNY Immediate Care Centers is now using iTriage, a free mobile healthcare application that allows smartphone users to search medical symptoms, find possible causes and access information on procedures, providers and facilities - April 14, 2010 - iTriage, LLC
Introducing First Safety Institute, the Newest Member of the HSI Family of Brands
First Safety Institute will offer specialized safety courses to enhance the emergency care training of businesses, non-profits, government agencies and other organizations. - April 14, 2010 - Health & Safety Institute (HSI)
Visiting Physicians Association® Names Foss Practice Manager at Williamsburg Office
In her role as practice manager, Foss is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the administrative and clinical area. - April 14, 2010 - Visiting Physicians Association
Thinning Hair Experts Nanogen Continue to Build European Distribution
Nanogen’s pioneering research continues to help shape the hair loss treatment industry and provide innovative developments in the hair thinning field. - April 14, 2010 - Nanogen
Chronic Knee Pain Message Delivered Successfully by Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Manuel Banzon of Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, Freehold & Monroe, NJ
Dr Manuel T. Banzon gave a successful seminar last week on chronic knee pain. The seminar was delivered by the board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon of Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute (AOSMI), Freehold and Monroe townships, New Jersey. Dr. Banzon is an expert on sports medicine, joint replacement, arthroplasty, and fracture and trauma care. - April 11, 2010 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
Refine Your Skin’s Appearance in 30 Minutes or Less with Kreegel Aesthetic Surgery
April 17 Seminar Covers Fast, Easy Treatments to Improve Skin’s Tone and Condition. - April 11, 2010 - Kreegel Aesthetic Surgery
International Stem Cell Corporation Provides Strategic Update on Its Skin Care Program
International Stem Cell Corporation (ISCO.OB), announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Lifeline Skin Care Inc., has achieved positive results in human safety tests of its cosmetic products and is moving forward with arrangements with Cosmetic Enterprises Ltd. for the manufacture of three... - April 11, 2010 - International Stem Cell Corporation
Team Fitness America April Personal Trainer of the Month Released
Sheer is very well rounded and knowledgeable and she has received celebrated client reviews while continuing to show accomplishment with helping clients with their fitness goals, making her Team Fitness America April Personal Trainer Of The Month. - April 11, 2010 - Team Fitness America
“Two Paths of True Transformation” on April 13 “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 explores the importance of personal transformation, what stands in our way, and how we can use shamanism and love as a path to true transformation. - April 10, 2010 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Statistics Confirm, Hands-on Botox Training is Essential for Capturing Growth in the Aesthetic Medicine Market
The International Association of Physicians In Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) offers the industry's leading training for physicians new to botox and filler treatments. The IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium offers the most comprehensive medical & business training for doctors looking to add aesthetic medicine to their existing practices, or to launch a new medical spa. All hands-on training at the IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium is completed in a clean, multi-million dollar medical facility. - April 10, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
Celebrities Put Positive Spin on Living Drug-Free
Naturalhigh.tv is the home of a new online video series where teens can view videos of their favorite athletes and celebrities showcasing what they do for a natural high over drugs and alcohol. This unique and positive approach to drug prevention is a great tool for parents and fun for kids to watch. - April 10, 2010 - Natural High by Sundt Memorial Foundation
Adams, RN, MSN, CRNP, Joins Visiting Physicians Association® Office in Youngstown
Adams announced as newest addition to VPA office that covers northeast Ohio, including Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbian Counties as well as parts of Portage and Jefferson Counties, and extends into Pennsylvania. - April 10, 2010 - Visiting Physicians Association
Acupuncture for Infertility Now Offered at Atlanta Center for Reproductive Medicine
Atlanta Center for Reproductive Medicine (ACRM), a leading fertility research and treatment center is the first to offer fertility-focused acupuncture as a complementary therapy to in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intrauterine insemination (IUI). - April 10, 2010 - ACRM
Free IVF Cycle to be Given Away at Atlanta Conference
The Atlanta Affiliate of RESOLVE is proud to present its 1st Annual Family Building Conference on Saturday, May 1, 2010. This conference will address the medical, emotional, social, financial and legal issues associated with infertility and adoption. Over $50,000 in giveaways including a free IVF cycle and a free IVF cycle using cryopreserved donated eggs. - April 10, 2010 - RESOLVE, Atlanta Affiliate
San Francisco Bay Area Dentist Makes House Calls ‘Cool’ Again
Home Care Dentist gets to the ‘route’ of the problem for patients with chronic frailty, mobility issues, phobia or other concerns with high-tech house call visits. - April 09, 2010 - Home Care Dentist
Document Management System Incorporated Into mumms® Hospice Software Programs
mumms® Software, the leading electronic health record (EHR) provider for hospice and palliative care, has incorporated its longstanding document management program, mumms® Attachments, into the mumms® Hospice Software System. mumms® Attachments is a document management system that... - April 09, 2010 - mumms Software
Winter Park Laser Offers the Only FDA Approved Treatment for Stretch Marks in Orlando
Winter Park Laser and Anti-Aging Center is one of the few medical spas in central Florida to offer the first FDA approved Fractional Laser treatment effective for stretch marks (striae); the Palomar Lux 1540 Fractional non-ablative Laser. - April 09, 2010 - Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center
America’s Audiology Network Launches Education Division to Benefit Consumers and Hearing Loss Specialists
AuDNet, Inc., a national network of independent, licensed audiologists, will conduct a series of awareness campaigns to connect consumers seeking the best hearing care treatment with professional audiologists. - April 09, 2010 - AuDNet, Inc
Dr. Marilyn Pelias Joins Tulane Surgery Facility
Dr. Pelias recently joined the Tulane Surgery Faculty as a full time general surgeon at Lakeside Hospital. - April 09, 2010 - Marilyn Pelias, MD, FACS
Beverly Hills Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Alex Farnoosh Named ‘Top Dentist’ Third Year in a Row
The Annual Consumers’ Research Council of America Announces List of Top Dentists in U.S. - April 09, 2010 - The Total Smile
DNA Diagnostics Centre - DNA Sample Collection for All Family-Law & Immigration Solicitors
Family-Law & Immigration Solicitors set to benefit with DNA Diagnostics Centre's complimentary DNA sample collection for all clients. - April 09, 2010 - DNA Diagnostics Centre
Suarez Named Executive Director of Eden Autism Services Florida
Susan Luenberger Suarez was promoted to Executive Director of Eden Autism Services Florida. Suarez joined Eden as Director of Development in January and has more than 20 years of non-profit experience. “We at Eden were very pleased to find such an experienced and qualified candidate already... - April 08, 2010 - Eden Autism Services Florida