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Peter Mangiola, In-Home Care Wellness Expert from Senior Helpers, Identifies 7 Causes of Holiday Guilt
Offers a Free Guide to Avoid the Emotional Triggers That Hijack Family Caregivers During the Holidays of Thanksgiving, Chanukah, Christmas and New Years - November 27, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
HealthCARE Express Sees Flu Arrive in the Arklatex
It is estimated that between five and 20 percent of the local population will be burdened with congestion, coughing spells, body aches, fatigue, and fever all attributed to seasonal influenza, or the flu. Positive flu tests have been recorded this week at HealthCARE Express in the Arklatex,... - November 27, 2013 - HealthCARE Express
Leo Radosta Honored as First Recipient of M.J. McDonough Award for Distinguished Service to Hospice
Leo Radosta, CEO of mumms® Software, was honored as the first recipient of the M.J. McDonough Award for Distinguished Service to Hospice at Outcome Resources’ Pathways to Success Conference. The award honors individuals that have shown high levels of dedication to helping hospices succeed. - November 24, 2013 - mumms Software
mumms® Software & Outcome Resources Solidify Partnership to Establish Two-Way Interfacing Capabilities for Hospice and Palliative Care Facilities
mumms® Software and Outcome Resources, national leaders in Hospice Electronic Medical Records and Pharmacy Benefits Managers, respectively, announced they have established two-way interfacing to increasing efficiency, making it easier for hospices to succeed. Hospice and palliative care... - November 24, 2013 - mumms Software
Historic Gatehouse of Nationally Recognized Hospital Restored and Refurbished
Sheppard Pratt Health System celebrates the restoration of its oldest structure on campus and one of two gatehouses on the National Register of Historic Places. - November 22, 2013 - Sheppard Pratt Health System
Sarasota Memorial Hospital (FL) Offers Experimental Mitral Clip as Alternative to Open-Heart Surgery to Correct Leaky Valves
Traditionally, there have been no good treatment options for people too frail to undergo open heart surgery to correct mitral regurgitation. But now, a new minimally invasive treatment option is available for patients participating in a clinical trial. Sarasota Memorial Hospital (FL) is one of 75 testing sites across the country participating in the FDA-approved trial of the mitral clip. - November 21, 2013 - Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
MotoGP and SBK 2013: a Double Podium for Hilterapia®
Marc Marquez’s victory of 2013 MotoGP championship and Tom Sykes’ victory in Superbike sign a double podium for Hilterapia® too. ASAlaser’s therapy, being used for eight years from Clinica Mobile’s doctors and physiotherapists, has been contributing to the pre-race riders’ treatment and to their recovery after accidents on the track, and puts its seal to the just ended motorcycle season. - November 21, 2013 - ASA srl
AGRI Announces Strategic Alliance with AdvanceMed Clinical Research
AGRI expands its Global Network of high performing clinical research sites and therapeutic research areas with the AdvanceMed Clinical Research Alliance (AMCR). The AGRI/AMCR Strategic Alliance brings synergy to both organizations’ efforts to provide high-performing research sites to the biomedical world. - November 20, 2013 - Atlantis Global Research Institute
Board Chair of South Nassau Communities Hospital Appointed to AHA Committee
Mr. Fennessy, a retired partner and former chief operating officer of the Northeast region of Deloitte & Touche LLP, has more than 40 years’ experience in the public accounting profession, most of which was with Deloitte, and specializes in healthcare finance and planning. - November 20, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
South Nassau's Emergency Medicine Chair Named Physician of Excellence
Dr. Kugler earned the awards for his enduring commitment to excellence and leadership in emergency medicine, which has resulted in the significant improvement of emergency medical services in the community and throughout the state. - November 15, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
CareSouth Home Health Agencies Named to 2013 HomeCare Elite
CareSouth Health System, Inc., today announced that six of its Medicare certified home health agencies, involving 19 locations across the Southeast, have been named to Top Agency of the 2013 HomeCare Elite. - November 15, 2013 - CareSouth Health System, Inc.
The Core Content in Urgent Care Medicine, a Video CME Program, Offers End of Year Discount to Encourage Physicians to Use Their CME Stipends Before They Expire
The Core Content in Urgent Care Medicine, a 60 hour video CME program, is offering an end of year discount to encourage physicians to use their CME stipends before they expire. As part of this "Use it or Lose it" event, the program will be discounted significantly, with savings of up to $500 off. - November 10, 2013 - Institute of Urgent Care Medicine
South Nassau Awarded $6.6 Million Grant to Establish Urgent Care Center for Long Beach
$200 Million in federal funding was made available for repair, renovation and rebuilding of health care, mental health, child care and other social services facilities; unreimbursed expenses resulting from the storm. - November 10, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
First Pulmonary Clinic Now Open in Tech Center
Critical Care and Pulmonary Consultants, P.C. just opened a new location in the Tech Center. Specializing in chronic breathing and sleep disorders, this is the first specialty pulmonary care clinic in the area. - November 07, 2013 - The Medical Center of Aurora
Dr. Shahid Babar Founder of iMedicine Review – an Internal Medicine Board Exam Review Live Course – Joins Knowmedge as an Advisor
Shahid Babar, MD FACP FHM, founder of iMedicine Review, an internal medicine board review / ABIM Exam live course for physicians preparing for the ABIM Board Exam, has joined the Knowmedge advisory board - November 05, 2013 - Knowmedge
Senior Helpers of Southern New Jersey Works to Heighten Visibility of Alzheimer’s During November - National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
In-Home Caregiver for Elders and Families Suffering from Alzheimer’s Within New Jersey’s Burlington, Camden, Atlantic, Gloucester & Ocean Counties - November 01, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
South Nassau Communities Hospital CMO Named to List of Women Hospital & Healthcare Leaders to Know
Members of the list were selected for their accomplishments in leading healthcare and hospital organizations, including improvement of patient care, development of relationships between providers and facilitation of organizational growth. - October 31, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Senior Helpers Reminds Residents of New Jersey’s Burlington, Camden, Atlantic, Gloucester & Ocean Counties to Honor Seniors Who Served This Veterans Day
Peter Mangiola of Senior Helpers of Southern New Jersey calls residents to Honor Veterans with 11 Acts of Recognition. - October 30, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
OncologyEducation.com Announces 2013 Best of Oncology East Conference
Annual Oncology Conference Takes Place November 29 in Toronto; Oncology Healthcare Practitioners Around the World Convene for the Latest Developments in Cancer Treatment - October 30, 2013 - OncologyEducation.com
ASAlaser at Medica 2013, Düsseldorf: Under the Sign of Internationalization
The most important world fair of medicine and hospital technique is staged for industry excellences. Even ASAlaser, already well-know for Hilterapia® and MLS®, will be in Düsseldorf with the full range of its devices including new solutions for dental and veterinary use. - October 28, 2013 - ASA srl
South Nassau Communities Hospital Provides ICDs That Are Primary Defense Against Sudden Cardiac Death
The review showed that the number of patients needed to treat to prevent one death ranged from 6.2 to 22 after 3 to 7 years of follow-up. - October 27, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
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
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
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
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
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
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
North Carolina Audiologist to Speak About Serving the Elderly Population Oct. 17
Now Hear This Clinic’s Dr. Griffin Speaks About the Looming Crisis in Hearing Healthcare to Local Professional Group. - October 16, 2013 - Now Hear This Clinic
Senior Helpers’ Peter Mangiola Joining Best-Selling Author Kathy Nolan for a Pre-Retirement Workshop: “Retirement Rescue: a Baby Boomer Alert"
Peter Mangiola, RN, MSN, senior wellness expert and director of marketing for Senior Helpers, is joining best-selling author Kathy Nolan for a special workshop: “Retirement 911 Rescue: a Baby Boomer Alert for Income Generating Solutions Supporting Quality Retirement Lifestyle.” - October 10, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
New Emergency Facility Opening in Southeast Aurora
The Medical Center of Aurora will open a new emergency department in Saddle Rock on November 1, 2013. Prior to opening, an open house event will take place October 26th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will feature fun activities and health demonstrations. - October 09, 2013 - The Medical Center of Aurora
Saddleback Memorial – San Clemente Food Drive and Free Drive-Thru Flu Shots Friday, October 18
Flu season is right around the corner and local doctors are encouraging South Orange County residents to get their flu shots. Saddleback Memorial Medical Center – San Clemente and the Orange County Health Department are teaming up to offer free drive-thru flu shots on Friday, October 18, 2013... - October 08, 2013 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Peter Mangiola Provides an Autumn Cleaning Checklist for Healthy Senior Living in New Jersey's Burlington, Camden, Atlantic, Gloucester & Ocean Counties
Peter Mangiola, a Senior Health and Wellness Expert, has issued a home-cleaning checklist for his clients in Burlington, Camden, Atlantic, Gloucester & Ocean Counties of New Jersey to follow. - October 08, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
Peter Mangiola Discussing Landmark Discount for Senior Live-In Care October 4th, on WOBM 1160 & 1310AM for NJ's Burlington, Camden, Atlantic, Gloucester & Ocean Counties
The Senior discount ranges from 37 to 42 percent of the average rate charged for live-in caregivers. This contrasts with the nursing home care cost, which can run from $300 to $400 a day. The Senior Discount Program gives new clients of Senior Helpers of Southern New Jersey a discounted rate as low as $160 per day. - October 04, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
HealthCARE Express Celebrates Groundbreaking at New Company Headquarters in Texarkana
HealthCARE Express at 3515 Richmond Road in Texarkana recently held a groundbreaking to celebrate the start of an expansion at the facility that will see the addition of many medical services. The two story expansion will be built behind the existing facility, and the current facility will remain open and serving patients during the construction. - October 04, 2013 - HealthCARE Express
Knowmedge Announces the Publication of Internal Medicine Practice Questions eBook in iOS and Android Platform
The Knowmedge free Internal Medicine Practice Questions eBook, designed to help students and physicians study for the ABIM exam, Internal medicine shelf exam and COMLEX Step I, is now available through iOS, android and Amazon - October 03, 2013 - Knowmedge
PIH Health Finalizes Acquisition of Downey Regional Medical Center (DRMC), Welcomes PIH Health Hospital - Downey
PIH Health Leaders Announce Official Acquisition of DRMC, Plan Events for 2014 - October 03, 2013 - PIH Health
Hyginex Hand Hygiene Compliance Solution Will be an Exhibitor at IDWeek 2013(TM)
Hyginex Will be Located at Booth 517; Featuring Unique Hand Hygiene Compliance Technology - October 02, 2013 - Hyginex
PIH Health Earns NRC Picker Path to Excellence Award for Fourth Consecutive Year
PIH Health continues to prove its commitment to the community by earning the prestigious and national NRC Picker Path to Excellence award for the fourth consecutive year. PIH Health was recognized at the 19th Annual International Patient-Centered Care Symposium in Baltimore, Maryland on Sunday,... - September 29, 2013 - PIH Health
PIH Health Physicians Receives P4P “Most Improved” Award
Integrated Healthcare Association (IHA) Recognizes Top Performing and Most Improved California Physician Organizations. - September 29, 2013 - PIH Health
South Nassau Communities Hospital's 5K Run/Walk & Multi-Cultural Health Fair is a Healthy Way to Start the Day
This year’s event is highlighted by a first ever US Coast Guard display and demonstration on boating safety as well as the return of live entertainment featuring a steel-drum band. - September 25, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
South Nassau Communities Hospital Prostate Health Center Receives Donation from Knights of Columbus
“The Knights have been loyal and dedicated to the mission and vision of South Nassau Communities Hospital,” said Elizabeth Nardone, vice president of development. - September 22, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Senior Helpers of South NJ to Recognize September as “National Preparedness Month,” Creates Severe Weather Checklist for Burlington Camden, Atlantic, Gloucester Residents
Peter Mangiola, Senior Health and Wellness Expert, Makes Severe Weather Information Checklist Available - Free to All Southern New Jersey Senior Residents and Their Families - September 19, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
Peter Mangiola, Senior Health & Wellness Expert and Director for Senior Helpers of Southern New Jersey, Appearing on WOBM 1160 & 1310AM Friday Sept 20 @ 10AM
Peter Mangiola will explain the roll-out of his landmark promotional discount for live-in assistance for seniors residing in Camden, Burlington, Atlantic, Gloucester and Ocean Counties of New Jersey - September 18, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
Senior Helpers of Southern New Jersey Announces a First-Ever Back-to-School Sale for Seniors Live-In Care in Camden, Burlington, Atlantic, Gloucester & Ocean Counties
Senior Helpers of Southern New Jersey launched a dramatic discount for senior live-in care for residents of Camden, Burlington, Atlantic, Gloucester & Ocean Counties, New Jersey. This is an effort to join seniors in their fiscal fight against inflation, taxes and high health care costs. - September 16, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
South Nassau Communities Hospital Provides Tips to Reduce Pediatric Injuries Related to Falling TVs
According to the study, falling TVs accounted for 12,300 injuries among children under age 18 in 2011, a 125% increase from the number recorded in 1990. - September 15, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Greater Charlotte Healthcare Executives Group Members Receive National ACHE Service Awards
Four healthcare leaders from Carolinas HealthCare System and Novant Health recognized for volunteerism. - September 10, 2013 - GCHEG
Peter Mangiola, Senior Health and Wellness Expert, Announces the Publication of Memory Matters, the First in a Series of Cognitive Health Articles Affecting Senior Health
Ebook covers signs of cognitive disorders and dementia. - September 06, 2013 - Senior Helpers NJ
South Nassau’s Center for Breast Health Earns National Accreditation
The center earned the accreditation following a rigorous on-site evaluation to demonstrate that it is in complete compliance with standards established by the NAPBC for treating women who are diagnosed with breast disease. - September 06, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Innovative Medical Device Transforms Hip Replacement Surgery
A revolutionary patented medical device has transformed the previously highly invasive hip replacement medical procedure into an outpatient experience. - September 06, 2013 - Surgery One
MD Now Urgent Care is Expanding and Now Opening in North Miami Beach, Florida
MD Now Urgent Care is opening its 10th and very first Miami Dade County location in North Miami Beach, just west of Aventura, at the east end of the Shops at Skylake, at 1770 NE Miami Gardens Drive, and NE 18th Rd. on Sept. 4th 2013. Established in 2004 by Peter Lamelas, MD, a specialist in... - September 02, 2013 - MD Now Urgent Care