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"Marvelous Mouth Music" - Now Available from Future Horizons
Bring speech development to life through musical play. - November 23, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Good News: a Panel of TGF-Beta and TGF-Beta Receptor Antibodies is Created by Abbomax
TGF-β regulates multiple biological processes, including embryonic development, adult stem cell differentiation, proliferation, homeostasis, immune regulation, wound healing, and inflammation. Multiple cells synthesize TGF-β and many cells have specific receptors for this peptide. AbboMax created a panel of TGF-β and TGF-β receptors antibodies. AbboMax, Inc. has been developing & manufacturing antibodies, FFPE cell pellets slides, for many years in California. - November 23, 2019 - AbboMax, Inc.
AMT Introduces UriCap for Patients in Long-Term Care - Innovative External Urine Collection Device Improves Quality of Care and Reduce Facility Costs
American Medical Technologies (AMT), the leading independent provider of wound care solutions for long-term care and post-acute environments, has partnered with TillaCare to introduce UriCap, an innovative external urine collection device for managing female urinary incontinence (UI) in the... - November 23, 2019 - American Medical Technologies
Katelyn O'Brien, Pharm,D., BCPS, CDE Sworn in as President of the Massachusetts Pharmacists Association
On Thursday, November 14, Katelyn O'Brien, Pharm,D., BCPS, CDE, an Ambulatory Care Clinical Pharmacist Specialist in the General Internal Medicine Clinic at Boston Medical Center was installed as President of the Massachusetts Pharmacists Association (MPhA). The Association's 136th Annual Awards... - November 22, 2019 - Massachusetts Pharmacists Association
Dr. Brian Pottorf and Dr. Andrea Beodecker Join North Suburban Medical Center
The board-certified general surgeons will help expand the surgical service line at the hospital and provide follow up care at two locations. - November 22, 2019 - HealthONE North Suburban Medical Center
Operative Experience Announces TCCS Female, the World’s First High-Fidelity Simulator for Female Trauma Patients
TCCS Female provides learners with comprehensive and realistic Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) training, including wound management, airway stabilization, and hemorrhage control. - November 21, 2019 - Operative Experience, Inc.
Melissa B. Brisman Wins Lifetime Achievement Stevie® Award in 2019 Stevie Awards for Women in Business
Melissa Brisman, owner and founder of Reproductive Possibilities, LLC and Melissa B. Brisman, Esq. LLC, has been named the winner of a Lifetime Achievement Stevie® Award in the Gold category in the 16th annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business. Reproductive Possibilities, LLC also won in the... - November 21, 2019 - Reproductive Possibilities
AT-1501, a Drug Discovered at the ALS Therapy Development Institute, Completes Phase I Trials
The ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS TDI), a non-profit biotechnology company dedicated to the discovery and development of effective treatments for ALS, is pleased to share that AT-1501, a drug discovered and developed in the ALS TDI lab, has successfully completed Phase I clinical trials. - November 20, 2019 - ALS Therapy Development Institute
Rural Hospital Finds Success in Cottage’s Intensive Outpatient Therapy Model
Hamilton Healthcare System Sees Increased Volumes and Good Patient Outcomes - November 20, 2019 - Cottage Management
Varicose Veins Doctors Provide Minimally Invasive Treatment Procedures for Varicose Veins
Varicose Veins Doctors is a reputable vein treatment center in Manhattan, NY. The clinic has gained a reputation for its exceptional patient care and a wide range of effective treatment options for vein diseases. Their teams of experts use state-of-the-art equipment to perform complex procedures for pain relief. - November 20, 2019 - Varicose Veins Doctors
Autism Service Dog Delivered by SDWR to Family in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Aleck, a 9-year-old boy from Idaho Falls, ID received a very special delivery of his very own Service Dog from SDWR. Aleck’s service dog, Walter, will be able to accompany him everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities Act. Aleck’s parents are looking forward to having... - November 20, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
BrightStar Care Honors Seven Caregiver of the Year Nominees
BrightStar Care of Marietta and Cherokee County is hosting an event to celebrate an unprecedented seven nominations for BrightStar’s 2019 Caregiver of the Year. - November 20, 2019 - BrightStar Care of Cherokee County
Mothericity Has Launched Their New Health and Wellness Platform
This month, Mothericity.com has launched their secure online platform which enables families across the world to access quality telehealth and wellness consults from the comfort of their home. “Parents feel more isolated than ever,” said Tori Hamilton, BScN, RN, IBCLC, Founder of... - November 20, 2019 - Mothericity
SottoPelle Recognizes Harry Condoleon, D.O. for Outstanding Contributions to BHRT
SottoPelle Announces its "Featured Doctor Series" showcasing various physicians that have made a difference to his patients. - November 20, 2019 - SottoPelle Therapy
SottoPelle Recognizes Donna Breeland, MD for Outstanding Contributions to BHRT
SottoPelle Announces its "Featured Doctor Series" showcasing various physicians that have made a difference to their patients. - November 17, 2019 - SottoPelle Therapy
Wilmington Eye Announces Plans for New Ambulatory Surgery Facility in Wilmington
Wilmington Eye’s new surgery center will give patients across eastern North Carolina access to high-quality, specialized surgical services at a lower cost. - November 17, 2019 - Wilmington Eye
Wilmington Eye Announces Plans for New Location in Scotts Hill to Increase Accessibility to Patient Care
The growing needs of the community are at the heart of changes as locally owned medical practice strengthens its resolve to excellence in patient care and increased access to specialty services. - November 17, 2019 - Wilmington Eye
Metro Safety Offers Comprehensive Work Place Safety Courses, Helping Organizations Across British Columbia Prepare for Emergencies and Reduce Medical Expenditures
The leading first aid training provider aims to uphold safety standards and reduce the number of workplace injuries in offices across British Columbia. - November 15, 2019 - Metro Safety Training
North Suburban Medical Center Honors Nurse with DAISY Award
Pamela Lowe, RN recognized for providing excellent care. - November 15, 2019 - HealthONE North Suburban Medical Center
Avant Healthcare Professionals to Exhibit at the 2019 OONL Conference
Avant Healthcare Professionals, the premier staffing provider of internationally experienced nursing and allied health professionals, today announced that it will exhibit at the Ohio Organization of Nurse Leaders November 13-15, 2019 in Columbus, Ohio. “Our team is looking forward to... - November 15, 2019 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
3DE Students Learn About Careers in Healthcare Staffing as Avant Healthcare Professionals Hosts 117 Freshmen from Oak Ridge High School
Students from Oak Ridge High School in Orlando toured Avant Healthcare Professionals’ offices on October 24, 2019 to experience the company’s different departments, classes and simulation labs. Oak Ridge is one of three Florida-based schools that are the first in the state to launch 3DE... - November 15, 2019 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
Phase III Clinical Study of Valbenazine for Chorea in Huntington Disease
Huntington Study Group Announces Initiation of Phase III Clinical Study of Valbenazine for the Treatment of Chorea Associated with Huntington Disease. - November 14, 2019 - Huntington Study Group
Mount Sinai South Nassau Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
As senior vice president and CFO, John Pohlman will be responsible for the overall financial management of the hospital and will manage its financial reporting and related internal controls. - November 14, 2019 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
HCA/HealthONE’s Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center Receives Ninth Consecutive "A" Grade in Leapfrog Hospital Safety
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center (P/SL) was awarded its ninth consecutive "A" in fall 2019 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing achievements protecting patients from harm and providing safer healthcare. - November 13, 2019 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
Bold Health Partners with the University of Pennsylvania for Clinical Trial of Its Zemedy IBS App
The School of Arts and Science of the prestigious University of Pennsylvania has tendered a public invitation for suitable individuals to participate in a waitlist randomised control trial aimed at investigating the potential benefits of the Zemedy mobile app in patients with Irritable Bowel... - November 13, 2019 - Bold Health
Local Houston Chiropractic Doctor Providing Special Care for Veterans with “Helping Heroes” Program
Dr. Ennis of Ennis Chiropractic is Welcoming Veterans to Show His Office's Appreciation for Their Service While Acknowledging Their Continuing Care Needs - November 12, 2019 - Ennis Chiropractic
South Carolina Orthopaedic Surgeon with Palmetto Bone and Joint to Travel to South Africa to Perform Surgery for a First in South Africa
Dr. James Loging, MD with Palmetto Bone and Joint, to perform first Sacroiliac Joint Fusion surgery in South Africa. - November 12, 2019 - Palmetto Bone and Joint
MedAware Systems Named Top Start Up by The Tech Tribune
MedAware Systems announced today that it has been named a top start up by The Tech Tribune. Companies were evaluated based on four criteria: Revenue potential, Leadership team, Brand/product traction, and Competitive landscape. The Tech Tribune was founded in 2017 and delivers the latest... - November 09, 2019 - Biomed Industries Inc.
EndoSoft Achieves 2015 Edition ONC-Health IT Certification for EndoVault 3.2
Specialty-Specific Gastroenterology, Pulmonary, ENT, Urology, Pain Management OB/GYN and Oncology EHR receives 2015 Edition Complete ONC-Health IT Certification for Inpatient and Ambulatory. - November 09, 2019 - EndoSoft
HCA/HealthONE's North Suburban Medical Center Announces New Director of Women’s and Children’s Services
Shannon Martinez, RN, will oversee the Labor and Delivery Unit, Inpatient Pediatric Unit, and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at North Suburban. - November 09, 2019 - HealthONE North Suburban Medical Center
CQRC Supports Bipartisan Bill to Protect Patients on Non-Invasive Ventilators
SMART Act delays inclusion of NIV in the Medicare DMEPOS Competitive Bidding Program. - November 08, 2019 - CQRC
Glitz and Glamour Replace the Ravages of Chemo and Cancer During a Special Showcase at SMGlobal Catwalk
Courage and beauty are evident as patients model on the runway during SMGlobal Catwalk. The models, who are in the midst of surgeries, chemo, and radiation beat cancer in every step they take. - November 08, 2019 - Say YES to Hope
Ophthalmics, Inc. Tracks Pharmaceuticals to DSCSA Requirements Ahead of Schedule
Ophthalmics, Inc., a leading wholesale supplier of eye care supplies for ophthalmic and optometric practices, is proud to announce that they are fully compliant with pharmaceutical tracking as required by the new Drug Supply Chain Securities Act (DSCSA) ahead of the November 27, 2019... - November 08, 2019 - Ophthalmics, Inc.
Rose Medical Center Continues to Earn National Recognition for Patient Safety
Rose has earned an "A" achievement for every grading cycle since 2012; only Colorado hospital to maintain Straight A's. - November 08, 2019 - Rose Medical Center
SDWR Honors Fallen Officer by Naming Future Service Dog in His Honor
Service Dogs by SDWR has a mission to provide specially-bred dogs for individuals of all ages with invisible disabilities like Diabetes, PTSD, Autism and Seizure Disorder. In addition to the nearly 600 working dogs already placed, there are several hundred more actively enrolled in SDWR’s... - November 08, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
The College Diabetes Network Announces a National Advocacy Initiative in Higher Education Reducing Physical and Mental Health Risks for Students on Campus
The College Diabetes Network Announces a National Advocacy Initiative in Higher Education Reducing Physical and Mental Health Risks for Students on Campus - November 08, 2019 - The College Diabetes Network
Swedish Medical Center Receives Fifth Consecutive "A" Grade from Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
HCA Healthcare/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center was awarded an "A" in the fall 2019 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing the hospital’s achievements in protecting patients from harm and providing safer healthcare. This is the fifth A Swedish... - November 07, 2019 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
Sky Ridge Medical Center Performs 5000th Robotic Procedure
Sky Ridge Medical Center is proud to announce that its Center for Robotic Surgery at Sky Ridge has surpassed the 5000th cases mark in the metro area. Sky Ridge now performs more robotic surgeries than any other hospital in the Denver metro area. “We have an extraordinary number of highly... - November 07, 2019 - Sky Ridge Medical Center
Careington Announces Breaking Ground on a Third Location in Frisco
Groundbreaking of new campus in Frisco, Texas. - November 07, 2019 - Careington
ALPCO Launches Analytically Specific Human and Rodent STELLUX® Glucagon ELISA
ALPCO's new STELLUX® Chemiluminescence Glucagon ELISA features increased analytical specificity and a broad range to accurately quantify glucagon levels between 0.86 and 143.7 pmol/L (3-500 pg/mL) in human and rodent samples. - November 06, 2019 - ALPCO
OrthoNeuro Spine Surgeon Performs the First Robotics-Assisted Minimally Invasive 2-Level Lumbar Interbody Fusion Surgery in Central Ohio at Mt. Carmel St. Ann’s Hospital
Dr. Ying Chen, OrthoNeuro Neurosurgeon, completed the first robotics-assisted minimally invasive 2-level interbody fusion surgery in Central Ohio. This surgical milestone occurred on October 28, 2019 using the Globus Excelsius GPS Robotic Navigation System. - November 06, 2019 - OrthoNeuro
Multi-Speciality Medical Practice Welcomes New Patients to Seven Office Locations Throughout New York
Carecube is pleased to expand their office locations in order to provide better healthcare to the community. Carecube, a modern multi-speciality healthcare company that prioritizes patient-centered care, opens seven locations throughout New York with more coming soon. The company’s goal is... - November 06, 2019 - Carecube
Compliance Resources from Nationwide Testing Association, Inc.
Nationwide Testing Association, Inc. recently launched a new resource center online. The resource center is aimed at keeping clients up-to-date on all things compliance. In Nationwide Testing Association, Inc.'s resource center, you will find training videos, and news releases on current industry topics. - November 05, 2019 - Nationwide Testing Association Inc.
SDWR Delivers Diabetic Alert Dog to Lucky Boy in Torrington, CT
Logan, a 13-year-old boy in Torrington, CT, received a very special delivery today of his very own Diabetic Alert Service Dog from SDWR. Based in Madison, Virginia, SDWR has a mission to provide specially-bred and trained dogs for people of all ages that struggle with living with invisible... - November 05, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
A Couple from the United States Overcome Their Four Year Hurdle to Have Children by Choosing ARTbaby Surrogacy Centre Georgia
After 40 years a family with no children is blessed with twins, a boy and a girl, via surrogacy. - November 04, 2019 - ARTbaby Surrogacy Centre Georgia
Scientology Nashville Teams Up with General Hospital for Red Ribbon Week
The last week of October is Red Ribbon Week, a time to educate young people about the dangers of drugs. - November 02, 2019 - Drug Free South
HCA Healthcare/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center Performs First Deep Brain Stimulation Procedure for Epilepsy
The treatment delivers electrical impulses to normalize brain activity and reduce seizures. - November 01, 2019 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
Diabetic Alert Dog Delivered by Service Dogs by SDWR to Lucky Woman from Homer, NY
Alyson is an 18-year-old college student who enjoys track, cross country as well as college events. Alyson also has had to endure the daily struggle of living with Type 1 Diabetes. Alyson’s service dog, Nelson, will be able to accompany her everywhere thanks to the Americans with Disabilities... - November 01, 2019 - Service Dogs by SDWR
Renowned Nutritionist from India Shivani Sikri Has Been Awarded "Best Dietician"
Shivani Sikri, ranked amongst the best dieticians in Delhi, has been awarded Best Dietician for Weight Loss. - November 01, 2019 - Nutri4Verve
SCPC Praises Bipartisan House Passage of PBM Rebate Transparency Bills
National LTC Pharmacy Advocacy Group Says Reps. Buddy Carter (R-GA), Abigail Spanberger (D-VA) Sustain Increased PBM Data Disclosure - October 31, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition