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Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Announces Golf Outing to Raise Funds for Pancreatic Cancer Research
The Detroit affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network will hold its third annual “Links for a Cure” golf event to raise money for pancreatic cancer research. The event will take place on Monday, June 1 at the exclusive Tam O’Shanter Country Club in West Bloomfield... - May 16, 2009 - The Detroit affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
RAC and Health Care Lawyer Andrew Wachler Speaks at the 13th Annual Compliance Institute of the Health Care Compliance Association
Andrew Wachler of Wachler & Associates, P.C. spoke at the 13th Annual Compliance Institute of the Health Care Compliance Association meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada on the topic of Recovery Audit Contractors. He spoke with Jennifer O’Brien, Vice President of the Health Care Compliance... - May 16, 2009 - Wachler and Associates
Nanogen: Good News for Troubled Biotechs
With many companies filing for bankruptcy, things look bleak for Biotechs, however it isn't all bad news. - May 15, 2009 - Nanogen
HealthWarehouse.com, Inc. Announces Completion of Business Combination with Clacendix, Inc.
Business combination should enable HealthWarehouse.com to accelerate expansion of industry-leading $3.50 prescription drug program - May 15, 2009 - Healthwarehouse.com, Inc.
MedSource Awarded Services Contract for a Phase III Epilepsy Clinical Trial
MedSource, a Contract Research Organization (CRO) providing Phase I-IV clinical trials support, announced it has been awarded a service contract to manage a 50-center, multi-national, late phase epilepsy trial. The Houston-based CRO with regional offices in Raleigh, NC, will provide Project... - May 15, 2009 - MedSource
Savannah’s Memorial Health Earns National Patient Safety Award
For the second year in a row, Memorial Health received the Patient Safety Excellence Award from HealthGrades, the leading independent healthcare ratings organization. - May 14, 2009 - Memorial Health
Surgery Improves Survival for Prostate Cancer Patients Younger Than 50
For men younger than 50 with prostate cancer, undergoing a radical prostatectomy can greatly increase their chances for long-term survival, according to a new study from Henry Ford Hospital. Results from the study done on the National SEER database show that the surgical procedure improves the 5-,... - May 14, 2009 - Henry Ford Health System
Joint Replacement Treatments, Wellness are Focus of South Nassau’s Newest Program
The Long Island Joint Replacement Institute™ (LIJRI) offers patient-centered treatment options and a continuum of care that is vital to achieve the maximum benefits of joint replacement surgery. - May 14, 2009 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Celebrity Trainer Reveals Summer Healthy Barbecuing Recipes and Tips in Time for the Summer
He’s a personal trainer. He’s a gourmet chef. He works with movie stars. Michael Torchia makes his living helping L.A.’s beautiful people stay that way. Torchia has re-engineered recipes for such luminaries as; A-List actors, top designers and action stars. Now he is offering tips on how to keep your summer barbecues healthy without the added fat and chemicals. - May 14, 2009 - Michael Torchia
Mountain View Optometry Acquires optomap® Retinal Exam Tool for Detection of Eye Diseases
Calgary eye doctors at Mountain View Optometry have acquired the latest high technology in primary eye care – the optomap® Retinal Exam. This scanning laser ophthalmoscope is a wellness screening tool that allows for detailed examination of the retina. The early detection of problems in... - May 13, 2009 - Mountain View Optometry
Healthcare Scouts Honors National Hospital Week
In honor of National Hospital Week, Healthcare Scouts is proud to recognize all of its hospital partners for their daily dedication to patient care improving the quality of their internal teams. "Our partners are continually striving to improve patient care quality, and many understand that... - May 13, 2009 - Healthcare Scouts
The Only Non-Invasive Lead Testing Product is Now Available Through Many New Distributors
Following its successful product launch in March, LeadConfirm Professional, the first and only non-invasive and oral-based lead testing product in the market today, is now available to more doctors and health care professionals through a wider online distribution base. - May 13, 2009 - Confirm Biosciences
Edwin Ishoo MD Announces Availability of Smart Lipo™ MPX, Vaser™ and Affirm™
Procedures will provide alternatives to traditional cosmetic surgery. - May 12, 2009 - Edwin Ishoo MD FACS
Glendora Mom: "All I Want for Mother's Day is a Facelift!"
49-year-old Julie Stokes, a divorced mother of two, decided the perfect Mother's Day gift this year would be a facelift performed by Beverly Hills-plastic-surgeon-to-the-stars Dr. Paul S. Nassif. Julie, a personal fitness trainer, figured a complete facial rejuvenation procedure would be the... - May 11, 2009 - Spalding Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology
Vaatsalya Healthcare, a Pioneer in Semi-Urban and Rural Healthcare in India, Announces Funding from Oasis Fund and Seedfund
Vaatsalya Healthcare, a pioneer in semi-urban and rural healthcare in India, announces funding from Oasis Fund and Seedfund to expand hospital network across India. The investment was led by Oasis Fund, a Luxemburg based investment fund with a successful track record of investing in emerging enterprises across the world. Vaatsalya is expanding the Vaatsalya Hospitals network from seven hospitals in Karnataka to twenty hospitals across India. - May 11, 2009 - Vaatsalya Healthcare
Rev. Shaman John-Luke Edwards Talks to Christina Pratt on Why Shamanism Now? Radio Show on May 13
In an episode titled “Shamans Are Sent as an Answer to Prayer”, teacher, author, and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks to Reverend Shaman John-Luke Edwards, MA, PhD. on her show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity." - May 10, 2009 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Valentine and Tina: Love in the Time of Crystal Methamphetamine
Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel on May 11, 2009 to hear Petros Levounis's interview. One Hour at a Time with host Mary Woods and guest host Dr. Mark Green airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - May 10, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services
Orange County's New 8-Week Self-Defense Program for Women
An 8-week program empowers women to become a force to be reckoned with by clarifying priorities and simplifying immediate reactions during a self-defense situation. - May 09, 2009 - Adam Williss Martial Arts
Creative Smiles from Northeast Columbia, SC Launches New Web Site
Creative Smiles is excited to announce the launch of its new website to better serve the Northeast Columbia, SC area. The new website provides an easy, educational resource for both new and existing Creative Smiles patients. - May 09, 2009 - Creative Smiles
Lift the Butt, the Brazilian Way; Says Cosmetic Harmony Which Receives a Huge Demand for ‘Brazilian Butt Lift’ Procedure
Though, ‘Brazilian Butt Lift’ procedure is fairly new, it is as common to breast augmentation procedures for Cosmetic Harmony’s surgeons. - May 09, 2009 - Cosmetic Harmony
George Anderson, Anger Management Guru, Expands Executive Coaching/Civility Training for Attorneys
George Anderson and his staff at Anderson & Anderson, A.P.C. have already begun promoting Civility-Coaching, an Extention of his Executive Coaching/Anger Management program for attorneys. - May 09, 2009 - Anderson & Anderson, APC
Riverbanks Clinic Fat-Busting Vaser Beats Botox and Macrolane as Top Cosmetic Procedure
Despite a rise in demand for Macrolane breast enhancements over recent months, more patients would rather opt for fat-busting Vaser Lipo than any other cosmetic treatment, according to revelations by multi-award winning cosmetic clinic Riverbanks. Vaser lipo-selection, more commonly known as Vaser... - May 09, 2009 - Riverbanks Clinic
Nanogen Launches TV Campaign
Hair Loss is still largely unrecognised by the public as a serious condition, and information, especially in terms of the options available to sufferers, isn't widely available. Nanogen, manufacturers of Hair Loss treatment & Camouflage products, have launched a television campaign to encourage sufferers to address their problem. - May 09, 2009 - Nanogen
Special DNA Testing Offered in Response to Swine Influenza Epidemic
Personal genome company, BioResolve, Inc has introduced a DNA testing service that reveals an individual's innate resistance or vulnerabilities to infectious diseases, such as swine flu. The final report states an individual's ratio of surviving a worldwide pandemic with respect to the average human, and looks into all types of infectious diseases. - May 08, 2009 - BioResolve, Inc.
Women & Infants' Practitioners Publish Article in American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
To help educate obstetric providers about the prevalence, signs and symptoms of PPD, as well as treatment options, the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology recently published an article written by Teri Pearlstein, MD, Margaret Howard, PhD, Amy Salisbury, PhD, and Caron Zlotnick, PhD, of the Center for Women’s Behavioral Health at Women & Infants Hospital and the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. - May 08, 2009 - Women & Infants Hospital
Xtra Magazine Launch Party
Xtra Pair of Hands launches new Magazine. - May 08, 2009 - Xtra Pair of Hands, LLC
Dr. Len Remia to Present Lecture on Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Len Remia, MD. FAAOS, will be the speaker at “Dinner with the Doctor” at Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on May 6th. Dr. Remia is the founder of the Orthopedic Center for Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement and specializes in total joint replacement techniques that allow for faster recovery and less pain. - May 08, 2009 - Orthopedic Center for Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement
New CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid Combo Book Release from ASHI
The American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) introduces an enhanced, content-rich upgrade to the CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid Combo Program. - May 08, 2009 - Health & Safety Institute (HSI)
LI 2 Day Walk to Fight Breast Cancer Names South Nassau a Beneficiary
South Nassau Communities Hospital has been named a beneficiary of the 2009 Long Island 2 Day (LI2Day) Walk to Fight Breast Cancer. All of the money raised by LI2Day is donated directly back to Long Island community-based grassroots organizations. - May 08, 2009 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Health & Safety Institute and National Traffic Safety Institute Announces Partnership
Health & Safety Institute (HSI) and National Traffic Safety Institute (NTSI) announced today a partnership between the two national training organizations to offer expanded education and training opportunities in the areas of driver safety and emergency care. - May 08, 2009 - Health & Safety Institute (HSI)
Special Care Dentistry Association Announces 2010 Board of Directors
Special Care Dentistry Association (SCDA) has announced its 2009-2010 Board of Directors, effective May 1, 2009. Leading the SCDA Board as President is Judith Messura, DMD, FAAHD, DABSCD. Messura has been a SCDA Board member since 2005; this is her first term as President. - May 08, 2009 - SCDA
Special Care Dentistry Association Announces 2009 Award Recipients
The Special Care Dentistry Association (SCDA) announced the 2009 recipients of its, Saul Kamen Award, Harold Berk Award and Dr. Lawrence J. Chasko Distinguished Service Award. The Saul Kamen Award honors an individual who demonstrates exemplary leadership and contributions to the advancement of oral healthcare for persons with special needs. - May 08, 2009 - SCDA
Bio-Synthesis, Inc. Unveils Its Latest Step Into the Future of Forensic Science
Bio-Synthesis, Inc. begins Mitochondrial DNA Testing or MtDNA, making it one of only a handful of labs to perfect the technology. MtDNA Testing allows Forensic scientist to get a profile from samples that are old or possibly damaged, where the usual technique may not be effective. - May 08, 2009 - DNA Exam (A division of Bio-Synthesis Inc.)
Noted Clinical Psychologist, CNN Guest Expert and Author Dr. Gloria Morrow Will be at Azizi Books for a Special Book Signing Sunday, May 17, 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Nationally renowned speaker, author, and clinical psychologist, Dr. Gloria Morrow will be autographing her bestselling book “The Things That Make Men Cry.” This insightful and revealing book is a must read for men and women. Dr. Morrow conducted extensive and intimate interviews with... - May 08, 2009 - Dr. Gloria Morrow
National Survey Shows Adult Children Choose Mom Over Dad
70% would move mom in over dad - May 07, 2009 - Senior Helpers
Dr. Len Remia, MD, FAAOS Helps Patients in South Florida by Specializing in Minimally Invasive (MIS) Total Joint Replacement
Dr. Len Remia, founder of the Orthopedic Center for Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement in Pompano Beach, Broward County, Florida, specializes in total joint replacement techniques that allow for faster recovery and less pain. The Orthopedic Center also offers minimally invasive sports medicine procedures. - May 07, 2009 - Orthopedic Center for Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement
Animal Lovers Learn Animal Communication Techniques, Raise Funds for Wild Horse Rescue
Florida animal intuitives hone their communication skills with animal communicator Kumari, while raising money for the care of rescued wild horses. - May 07, 2009 - Kumari Inc
Mountain View Optometry Chosen as Externship Site for Optometry Students
Mountain View Optometry has been chosen as an externship site for fourth-year optometry students from the University of Waterloo School of Optometry. As part of their qualification process, optometry students are required to spend the bulk of their final year of study at exemplary optometric... - May 06, 2009 - Mountain View Optometry
First MCO is Now a Proud to Sponsor of the Non-Profit Charitable Organization Called the MAMA Project
First MCO is proud to help sponsor a specialized Medical Misson to Hondoras called The Mama Project. - May 06, 2009 - First MCO
Concentra Sponsors Urgent Care Medical Curriculum Program
Concentra announced today it will provide educational sponsorship funding of a new medical curriculum designed specifically for the practice of urgent care medicine. As reported at the 5th Annual Urgent Care Association of America National Conference, the “Core Content in Urgent Care... - May 06, 2009 - Concentra
The Bellybutton: at the Center of a Surgical Revolution
Rajeev Vohra, MD, FACS, is among the few surgeons in the U.S. who needs only a single ½-inch incision in the bellybutton to perform gallbladder, as well as hernia, colon, spleen and lap band weight-loss surgeries. - May 06, 2009 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Swine Flu Catches Fire - Homeopathy at Rescue
The world is on alert as the flu pandemic fears grow. Doctors are advising people on how to avoid and combat the disease using homeopathy. - May 06, 2009 - Doctor Sulaikha Hamza
Nationwide American Cancer Society Study Looks to Union & Middlesex County, NJ for Participants
New Jersey Residents Can Have Direct Impact on Cancer Research. A Little of your time can make a Huge difference in the Fight Against Cancer. - May 06, 2009 - American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Rahway NJ
May is National Allergy/Autism Awareness Month-Finally a Breakthrough Solution
Dr. Nason, with NorthGlen Chiropractic has finally found a solution to her patients allergies issues. Many patient's would come into the office and with adjustments to their spine and other recommendation would see some improvement with their symptoms. But there was a fairly large number who just... - May 05, 2009 - NorthGlen Chiropractic
"Initiation and Why We Need It Desperately" on the May 6 Edition of Why Shamanism Now? Radio Show on Voice America
Teacher, author, and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt focuses on initiation as the thing we need most from shamanism on her show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity." - May 05, 2009 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Prenatal Classes for Pain-Free Pregnancy in SE Portland –with Dr. Jess Barr Desbrow, DC: Summer, 2009
This June 2nd to August 20th, 2009 Dr. Jess Barr Desbrow, DC is presenting a six-set Summertime Series on Healthy Pregnancy. These are designed to educate on having a comfortable pregnancy and optimal delivery. Each class includes a separate educational focus for a pain-free pregnancy and fitness component to strengthen for labor. - May 04, 2009 - Growing Care Chiropractic, Craniosacral and Massage
May is Older Americans Month
NASGA recommends adding "power" to Durable Powers of Attorney. - May 04, 2009 - National Association to STOP Guardian Abuse
Dower and Associates, Inc. Hires Computer Network and Operations Manager
On March 1, 2009, Kyra Saling, BS joined Dower and Associates, Inc. as a Computer Network and Operations Manager. - May 04, 2009 - Dower and Associates, Inc.
Dower and Associates, Inc. Participates in "Autism Awareness" Consortium in Leesburg, VA
On April 25, 2009 in honor of Autism Awareness Month, Nikia Dower, MS, CCC-SLP/L, BCBA® and Leslie Andrews provided information about autism services and treatment options, local autism resources and the incidence of autism in Virginia at the Dower and Associates, Inc. vendor table at the 2nd Annual Loudoun County Autism Consortium sponsored by the Autism Pathway Foundation in Leesburg, VA. - May 04, 2009 - Dower and Associates, Inc.
AHI Comprehensive Wound Care Center Achieves AAAHC Accreditation for 3 Years
AHI Comprehensive Wound Care Center has achieved accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC/Accreditation Association). Accreditation distinguishes this surgical center from many other outpatient surgical facilities by providing a safe work environment and the... - May 03, 2009 - AHI Comprehensive Wound Care Center