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Young Scientist Award for M.Ashok Kumar
M.Ashok Kumar, a budding Junior Scientist in Genetics and Genetic Engineering at Frontier Lifeline & Dr. K. M. Cherian Heart Foundation, has received the ‘Young Scientist Award’ at the 34th Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Human Genetics. - May 22, 2009 - Frontier Lifeline
Obesity Help Comes to Chicago
Join ObesityHelp for information and options on weight loss surgery, plastic surgery, nutrition and fitness. This event will feature professional and dynamic speakers like: Mary Jo Rapini and Dr. Garth Davis of TLC’s Big Medicine, former NFL Falcon Jamie Dukes, bariatric chef Dave Fouts and more. Raffles on Saturday. - May 22, 2009 - ObesityHelp
Life Coach Finds Success in Best Seller - Wake Up and Live the Life You Love
Silvia D'Onofrio, a Life & Executive Coach, finds success in her contribution in the Best Selling Series, Wake up and Live the Life you Love~Moments of Inspiration. - May 22, 2009 - Healthy Living MD
Anderson & Anderson Offers Affiliate Marketing Program--A Great Opportunity for Passive Income
Anderson & Anderson, A.P.C., a longtime provider of anger management intervention and anger management certification training, is now exploring the benefits of affiliate marketing with its new affiliate program that allows other providers to assist the company in online selling of its products and services for a commission. - May 22, 2009 - Anderson & Anderson, APC
UT Southwestern Invites The Carlisle Group to Speak on Physician Recruiting Ethics
The Dallas-based UT Southwestern Medical Center is once again welcoming The Carlisle Group to speak about ethics and the physician recruitment industry for their Family Medicine Residency Program. - May 22, 2009 - The Carlisle Group
Preferred Care at Home Continues Growth with New Executive Team Hire
Allison Lloyd Joins Growing Senior Home Care Company, Preferred Care at Home, as the Director of Public Relations - May 22, 2009 - Preferred Care at Home
Senior Health Expert Launches New Blog and Resource for Baby-Boomers
Jody Guerrieri of Preferred Care at Home’s Senior Home Care Blog Educates and Prepares Seniors and Families for an Easy Transition into Senior Years - May 22, 2009 - Preferred Care at Home
LACAP Launches a Hand-Edited UK Psychotherapist & Counsellor Directory Today
The London Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (LACAP) has started work compiling and publishing a regional database of recommended Counselling, Psychotherapy and Therapy websites today. LACAP hopes to complete the project by the end of September 2009. - May 22, 2009 - London Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Edward Tick Talks About "How the Warrior Heals from War" with Christina Pratt on Why Shamanism Now?
Teacher, author, and founder of The Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks with guest Dr. Edward Tick about "War and the Soul: How the Warrior Heals from War" in the third of a four-part series exploring war, the soul, and shamanic healing on her show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity". - May 22, 2009 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Senior Service Match Officially Launches Full Version of Site
Senior Service Match announced today that they have officially ended the beta testing phase of their senior living placement website and have gone "live" with their services. - May 21, 2009 - Senior Service Match, L.L.C.
American Cancer Society - Relay for Life of Clark Joins Nationwide Movement to Celebrate "25 Years of Hope"
Event scheduled on June 12th to Honor Survivors and Remember Those Lost to Cancer. - May 21, 2009 - American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Rahway NJ
Animal Intuitive Kumari Offers Animal Communication Training to Raise Funds for Panther Ridge Conservation Center, June 13 & 14
Get Up Close and Personal with Majestic “Big Cats” While Saving Embattled Florida Conservation Center. - May 21, 2009 - Kumari Inc
1-800-DENTIST® Holds Toothbrushing Tricks Contest
1-800-DENTIST®, the nation’s leading free dentist referral service, will hold a “Toothbrushing Tricks” contest through the month of May. Parents across the U.S. are invited to share the strategies they use to make toothbrushing fun for their kids. Submissions should be... - May 20, 2009 - 1-800-DENTIST
Reinvented IV Pole Wins IDSA Award
Modo, a Portland-based manufacturer of carts, roll stands and mobile workstations for medical technology, has been recognized for their Mia IV Pole. The pole supports infusion pumps and medication delivery devices manufactured by Cardinal Health. Infusion is one of the largest segments of the global medical device industry. More than 200,000 nurses in hospitals around the world use Cardinal Health technology to deliver more than 45 million infusions each year. - May 20, 2009 - Modo Inc.
NuU Medspa Receives a "Face-Lift" and Moves to Wilmette, IL
NuU Medspa picks up and moves a few blocks from their Skokie, IL location to Wilmette, IL to enhance customer experience with a beautiful exterior and more exciting treatment options. NuU Medspa has named Chicago home for over 2 years. Warm exterior, daily refreshments and smiles is what you can... - May 20, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
CPEhr Prepares Students from Downtown Business Magnet High School for the Workforce
CPEhr and Junior Achievement’s host their second Job Shadow Day in an effort to prepare students for their first job. Job Shadow Day includes Labor Law, Business Ethics, Financial Preparedness, and additional workshops and sessions. - May 20, 2009 - CPE HR, Inc.
Pulmonary Hypertension Successfully Treated with Stem Cells
Zannos Grekos, MD, a featured speaker at the at the 17th Annual World Congress on Anti-Aging Medicine and Regenerative Biotechnologies, announced one year follow-up results for a pulmonary hypertension patient treated with his own activated stem cells. "It goes against traditional theory that... - May 20, 2009 - Regenocyte Therapeutic
Juno Healthcare President Amongst the 50 Outstanding Asian Americans in Business for 2009
One of the most successful Filipino-American businessmen in healthcare staffing today, Dante Raul “DR” Teodoro Founder and President of Juno Healthcare Staffing was named one of the 50 Outstanding Asian Americans in Business for 2009. - May 20, 2009 - Juno Healthcare Staffing System, Inc.
7 Tips for Choosing a Retirement Community
Free resource from ACTS Retirement-Life Communities helps consumers ask the right questions and sort through the maze of senior housing options. - May 20, 2009 - ACTS Retirement-Life Communities
Olympia Medical Center Appoints Los Angeles City Advocate Betty Wilson to Board
Olympia Medical Center appointed the 14th board member to the board. The hospital is located in the heart of Los Angeles and has been providing medical care to its community since 1948. Services at the 204-bed acute care hospital include comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services and a 24-hour emergency room. - May 20, 2009 - Olympia Medical Center
Smokers Get Help with the Use of Electronic Health Record
Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) have found that by enhancing the electronic health record, physicians were more likely to document a patient’s smoking habit and that access to cessation counseling was improved. - May 20, 2009 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Electronic System Demonstrates Potential to Reduce the Risk of Adverse Drug Events
The use of an electronic application and a revision to the medication reconciliation process can significantly decrease the number of potentially harmful medication discrepancies. - May 20, 2009 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
A More Direct Delivery of Cancer Drugs to Tumors
Researchers at BWH engineer nanoparticles for targeted delivery of chemotherapeutic drugs. - May 20, 2009 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
BWH Surgeons Perform Facial Transplant
A Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) plastic surgery team, led by Dr. Bohdan Pomahac, performed a partial face transplant April 9, 2009, the second such procedure to be performed in the U.S. The team of seven plastic surgeons and one ear, nose and throat (ENT) surgeon, nurses, anesthesiologists... - May 20, 2009 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Discover the Answer to Dyslexia Lecture Tour with Internationally Acclaimed Author and Dyslexia Expert, Ronald D. Davis, Comes to Boerne, TX
Ronald D. Davis, author of Amazon's best selling book, The Gift of Dyslexia is coming to Boenre, TX to share his breakthrough methods on correcting dyslexia. Ron will share his fascinating life story as an autistic child and severely dyslexic adult and how he discovered the answer to his dyslexia. Ron researched and developed what is now known world wide as The Davis Dyslexia Correction Methods. Ron claims a 97% success rate in correcting dyslexia. - May 19, 2009 - The Dyslexia Solution
Team Fitness America Announces New Vice President
Prior holds five fitness certifications and has worked within the fitness industry for over 15 years developing company infrastructures to operate to the best of their ability. - May 19, 2009 - Team Fitness America
Integrated Resources, Inc (IRI) Today Announces the Launch of Their New Nursing Division
The Nursing Division of IRI leverages the broad base of current Rehab, Information Technology and Clinical clients and consultants to successfully expand recruitment to provide hospitals and health care organizations with experienced nursing staff. They provide nurses for temporary, permanent or per diem assignments spanning all specialties. - May 18, 2009 - Integrated Resources Inc.
New Dermatology Center in Chatham, NJ
Dr. Lisa Coppa Breslauer of Laser + Skin Institute announces construction of new dermatology center in Chatham, NJ. - May 18, 2009 - Laser + Skin Institute
MedSource Awarded Services Contract for a Phase I Acute Myelogenous Leukemia and Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Clinical Trial
Houston-based Contract Research Organization (CRO) to manage three-year Phase I study - May 17, 2009 - MedSource
Edward Tick Talks About "War and the Soul" with Christina Pratt on Why Shamanism Now? Radio Show
Teacher, author, and founder of The Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks with guest Dr. Edward Tick about "War and the Soul: Healing Grief and Loss" in the second of a four part-series exploring war, the soul, and shamanic healing on her show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity" - May 17, 2009 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Voluntary Register for Complementary Healthcare Opens to Aromatherapists
The Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council has just opened its register to aromatherapists which means that members of the public will be able to choose their practitioner in confidence that they meet national standards of practice. Established as a voluntary regulator in April 2008 with the... - May 17, 2009 - Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council
Unimed-Midwest Introduces Splash Shield Lite Comfortable, Disposable Face Shields
New Splash Shield Lite disposable face shields are a comfortable and effective solution for dental professionals, lab and central reprocessing/sterilization workers, and dialysis centers’ face protection needs. - May 17, 2009 - Unimed-Midwest, Inc.
Verite Sets New Standards in Hearing Care
At AudiologyNow! 2009 Bernafon will proudly introduce Verite, a premium, receiver-in-the-ear lifestyle hearing instrument. Verite combines the proprietary Bernafon ChannelFree™ signal processing and multi-environment technology along with wireless connectivity to deliver the true performance that your patients demand. Bernafon presents itself at the convention with a new fresh look. - May 17, 2009 - Bernafon, LLC
Cartilage Restoration Center of New Jersey Opens at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold
Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute in Freehold, New Jersey is the site of the new Cartilage Restoration Center of New Jersey which offers exciting new technology in repairing damaged cartilage in the knee and other joints of the body. - May 17, 2009 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
South Florida Orthopedic Surgeon, Len Remia, MD Explains How Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement Can “Get Your Life Back in Four Short Weeks”
Len Remia, MD. FAAOS, presented “Get Your Life Back in Four Short Weeks” at the “Dinner with the Doctor” seminar at Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on May 6th. Dr. Remia specializes in total joint replacement techniques that allow for a faster and less painful recovery. - May 16, 2009 - Orthopedic Center for Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement
TrialX Wins the 2009 New York City Entrepreneur Week Business Plan Competition
TrialX, an online clinical trials matching platform, which is committed to helping patients find new medical treatments has won the prestigious ‘2009 New York City Entrepreneur Week Business Plan Competition’ (NYCENT). Organized by the NYC Entrepreneurial Community, NYCENT is a weeklong... - May 16, 2009 - Applied Informatics
Cosmetic Harmony Announces the Launch of Its Clinic-Cum-Hotel-Cum-Spa…
The Clinic-cum-Hotel-cum-Spa concept is to merge their clinic and spa center with 5 stars hotel, and thus combine healthcare and wellness, coupled with leisure and relaxation, that will revitalize the mind and body. - May 16, 2009 - Cosmetic Harmony
Latest Technique Body Contouring Program Now Available in India with Indicure
By the use of various advanced cosmetic surgery procedures bundled into one, Indicure offers an optimal solution for individuals seeking a slender and sleek physique. Body contouring program includes Liposuction, Abdominoplasty/ Tummy tuck, Butt implant, Arm lift, Calf augmentation among others. - May 16, 2009 - Indicure Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Annual Give Kids a Smile Day in Syracuse a Success
Downtown Syracuse dentists Zdep, Zdep, and Watson D.D.S. held their annual Give Kids a Smile Day for local students at Blodgett Elementary School. - May 16, 2009 - Zdep Zdep & Watson DDS
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
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
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
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