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Anderson & Anderson Releases New Physician Client Workbook, The Practice of Control
Anderson & Anderson, the major provider of coaching for “disruptive physicians”, has now published its comprehensive workbook specifically designed to address the new JCAHO required intervention for “disruptive physicians”. This is the first and only curriculum in... - October 29, 2008 - Anderson & Anderson, APC
Validare Receives Top Honor from World Wide Web Health Awards
Validare, Inc. has been recognized by World Wide Web Health Awards and awarded the Gold Medal for The Validare GatewayTM. - October 29, 2008 - Validare
In Tough Economic Times, Suicide is Not the Answer Says Dr. J. Kip Matthews
According to a study just published in the December 2008 issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, the U.S. suicide rate climbed steadily between the years 1999 and 2005. The American Association of Suicidology reports that during periods of economic crises, the suicide rate will typically rise. With our declining economic situation in the United States, we can anticipate that this rate will continue to escalate. - October 29, 2008 - AK Counseling & Consulting, Inc.
This Halloween, Treat Your Family to Oral Health
The Children’s Dental Center of Greater Los Angeles Educates Southland Children About Oral Health & Safety. - October 28, 2008 - 1-800-DENTIST
Arveda Alzheimer's Family Care, LLC is Taking Reservations for Its Two New Residences in Austin and Buda, Texas
Arveda Alzheimer’s Family Care, LLC, an Austin-based company that specializes in operating assisted-living residences, announces that its Buda and Austin Alzheimer's residences are near completion and are now accepting reservations for December move-in. - October 25, 2008 - Arveda Care, LLC
Former Royal Marine to Help People Overcome Fears and Phobias
Former Royal Marine Andy Duncan from Birmingham has launched a new career helping people overcome their fears and phobias. Andy Duncan has used his experience of scary and dangerous situations in the Forces to set up his own company, The Fear Master. He will be tackling common phobias such as... - October 25, 2008 - The Fear Master
Study Illustrates Health Benefits of Medically-Supervised Hormone Treatments
Although human growth hormone has grabbed headlines recently for its abuse by athletes, a new study shows that hormone treatments in appropriate doses can actually help improve physical and mental health and stave off disease. The study, published in Volume 2008 of the Journal of Multidisciplinary... - October 24, 2008 - Cenegenics
Concierge MedTravel Bridges the Gap for Treatment of Prostate Cancer
Concierge MedTravel, website www.cmedtravel.com, a company bridging the gap for patients diagnosed with prostate cancer with highly advanced medical treatment called Ablatherm® HIFU currently not available in the United States, achieved an important milestone since the inception of Concierge... - October 24, 2008 - Concierge MedTravel
'Dating from the Inside Out' in the Award Winner of the National Best Books 2008 in the Category of Self-Help: Relationships, Sponsored by USA Books
‘Dating From the Inside Out’ by Dr. Paulette Kouffman Sherman was the Award Winner for the category of Self-Help/Relationships in the 5th Annual National “Best Books” Awards. USABookNews.com, the premiere online magazine and review website for mainstream and independent... - October 24, 2008 - My Dating School
Validare, Inc. Honored by the National Association of Specialty Health Organizations with Industry Innovation Award
The National Association of Specialty Health Organizations (NASHO) today announced that Validare, Inc. is the winner of the first annual NASHO Industry Innovation Award for its breakthrough technology, The Validare Gateway™. Validare executives were presented with the award at NASHO’s... - October 24, 2008 - Validare
Patients Share Health Data, Become Researchers to Seek Cures for Their Conditions
CureTogether to Demonstrate at Health 2.0 Conference How Some Patients Are Responding to Inadequate Research by Doing It Themselves. - October 23, 2008 - CureTogether
Expert on Aging Offers Candidates Advice to Avoid Presidential Aging
There’s no doubt about it, when you compare photos of most presidents’ early days in office to those of their last, a dramatic increase in wrinkles, gray hair and other signs of aging is the norm. But, according to age management expert Mickey Barber, MD, it doesn’t have to be... - October 23, 2008 - Cenegenics
Validare and PlanCare America/NPPN Announce Partnership
Validare and PlanCare America/NPPN today announce a relationship to bring increased health care cost savings and patient safety to South Carolina and the southeast. - October 22, 2008 - Validare
Autism Support Network Launches, Offers Free Online Support Community
Thousands around the world already connecting, sharing guidance and help at www.AutismSupportNetwork.com. - October 22, 2008 - Autism Support Network
New Biofeedback Therapy Takes Healing to a Higher Level
Holistic life coaching in San Diego uses “Quantum Biofeedback Therapy” to heal. - October 22, 2008 - Holistic Life Coaching
NuU Medspa Announces the Winner of NuU Face for NuU Campaign, September 2008
Every month, NuU Medspa will award a loyal NuU client with $5,000 worth of free services of the client’s choice. As non-invasive and cosmetic surgeries have become increasingly relevant to the media and public, NuU is honored to give back to their special clients. - October 19, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
PlasticSurgery.com Unveils a New Look and Upgraded Features
A leading online resource for elective procedures, PlasticSurgery.com is proud to unveil an enhanced look, improved navigation, and user-friendly options. - October 19, 2008 - PlasticSurgery.com
Novus Detox Presents Medical Detox Methodology at Psychiatry & Psychology Conference
International Center for the Study of Psychiatry and Psychology Conference Addresses a Common Patient Outcome – Addiction. - October 18, 2008 - Novus Medical Detox Center
The Weight Loss Coaches Welcome Guest Jennette Fulda, Author of Half Assed on October 30th
The Weight Loss Coaches, a live radio weight loss support group are pleased to announce that author of Half Assed, Jennette Fulda, will join them Live on air Thursday, October 30th at 7:30p (Pacific) to discuss her weight loss journey, staying out of the way of holiday candy and other... - October 18, 2008 - The Weight Loss Coaches
Wall Street Special- Stress Less Lowers Cost of On-Line Stress and Anxiety Program 80% Until Market Climbs Back Above 9,500 Points
Stress Less, Inc., an on-line marketer of stress and anxiety programs and products (www.stressless.com) just announced an 80% reduction in the cost of their proprietary, on-line stress and anxiety program which teaches relaxation and stress reducing skills using cognitive behavior techniques. The... - October 17, 2008 - Stress Less, Inc.
Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center Celebrates Four Years of Medical Spa Treatments in Orlando, FL
Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center is celebrating four years of offering outstanding medical spa and laser hair removal services to the Orlando & Winter Park community by hosting a “Beauty Birthday Soiree” on October 28, 2008 from 5:30pm-7:30pm at their office. - October 17, 2008 - Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center
Portland Chiropractor, Dr. Jess Barr Desbrow, Naturally Treats ADD/ADHD with Brain Gym, CranioSacral Therapy and Spinal Alignment
Dr. Desbrow gives hope to struggling students and their families with an all-natural approach focused on balance of the spine, cranium and neural connections. Children enjoy her lively approach, parents appreciate her compassion, and she's just following her dream of providing healthy options for optimum brain and body function. - October 16, 2008 - Growing Care Chiropractic, Craniosacral and Massage
Magnus Health Portal Offers 60-Day Risk-Free Trial of Its Secure Online Personal Health Record
Magnus Health Portal today announced a 60-day risk-free trial. Keep your personal health information organized in one location available anytime, anywhere with no hardware or software to install. - October 15, 2008 - Magnus Health Portal
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Gains Popularity Over Conventional Counselling
London’s fastest-growing counselling and psychotherapy centre, Harley Therapy, reports that requests for cognitive therapy are increasing at a higher rate than those for traditional psychotherapy or counselling. - October 14, 2008 - Harley Therapy
www.skintricks.com - New Website on Skin Treatment Tricks and Tips on Knol Google Front Page
New website on skin treatment tricks and tips on Knol Google front page. The new website www.SkinTricks.com by a board certified Dermatologist provides non commercial info on how to treat skin disorders such as acne, psoriasis, wrinkles, age spots, skin fungi and more. The information on the site... - October 13, 2008 - skintricks inc.
Safest Weight Loss Surgery for Britons Travelling Abroad
Due to the financial pressures on the UK National Health Service, the vast majority of patients who are urgently in need of Obesity Surgery are forced to pay privately for their operations. - October 12, 2008 - Cosmetic Bliss
Marlon Familton Announces Mental Skills Training and Sports Therapy Work for Recreational and Competitive Cyclists, Added to His Private Therapy Practice
Marlon Familton, a Bellevue Washington psychotherapist and long time cycling coach and fitness trainer announces a new service: Sports Therapy and Mental Skills Training for recreational and competitive cyclists and other athletes. - October 11, 2008 - Bellevue Family Counseling
Relations PR & Marketing Named Agency of Record for A Benefit To You, Inc.
Relations PR & Marketing today announced the addition of A Benefit To You, a new Geriatric Care Management Firm, to its roster of diverse clients. Relations’ campaign for A Benefit To You will include a multilevel public relations and strategic marketing initiative that will help... - October 11, 2008 - A Benefit To You
Savannah’s MUMC Publicly Shares Patient Outcomes and Satisfaction Scores
Memorial University Medical Center (MUMC) is pleased to announce that its patient outcomes data and patient satisfaction scores are now available online at memorialhealth.com. The patient outcomes show how well patients fared after receiving treatment at MUMC. Consumers can use this information... - October 09, 2008 - Memorial Health
New Botox Cosmetic Card at NewSkin Laser Center in Northridge
NewSkinLaserCenter.com is pleased to announce the arrival of Botox Cosmetic Card Program in Northridge. This special offer from Botox® Cosmetic is available only to the Top 1% of Medical Offices in Los Angeles. - October 09, 2008 - NewSkin Laser Center
Success is Not an Accident, The Mental Bank Program Brings Success, Prosperity, Happiness, and Health, Guaranteed in Only 5 Minutes Per Day
The Mental Bank program, developed by Dr. John Kappas represents the culmination of 30 years' experience in the field of subconscious and behavioral re-programming. Success Is Not An Accident explains in easy-to-follow steps the five synergistic elements of the Mental Bank program and how to get them working in your life in less than five minutes per day. The Mental Bank program is a dramatic demonstration of how your life script contained in the subconscious mind determines our success. - October 09, 2008 - Missouri Hypnotherapy and Research Clinic
MissionSAFE Fall Programs Start Off with Drive
MissionSAFE Youth Leadership Service Corps Peer Leaders will begin the fall program with a voter registration drive. Through October 15, these youth will be out in their communities connecting with citizens and providing those who need to do so, the opportunity to register to vote. Voter Registration is just one of the many community service and civic engagement activities in which MissionSAFE YLSC Peer Leadership participants take part. - October 08, 2008 - MissionSAFE
Mom of Two Children Who Have Autism Launches Blog to Help Other Families Coping with Autism
A mom of two children who have autism has launched a blog, Autism Assistance Resources and Information (http://autismassistance.blogspot.com), to help families coping with autism find information about grants, financial assistance programs, autism treatment funding strategies and other resources. - October 08, 2008 - Autism Assistance Resources and Information
Hope Hospice Provides "Help Through the Holidays"
A special series of bereavement programs offered by Hope Hospice during the holidays. - October 08, 2008 - Hope Hospice
Bus Drivers Report 50% Drop in Pain, Discomfort This Year
After a 12-month ergonomics program, bus drivers in Grand Rapids, Mich. report a 50% drop in high and extreme levels or pain or discomfort. The results were obtained as a result of a joint effort between the region’s transit system, The Rapid, and Atlas Ergonomics, an organization that... - October 08, 2008 - Atlas Ergonomics, LLC
CPEhr’s 2008 YTD Workers’ Compensation Report Shows Losses 75% Below State Average
Report shows CPEhr’s aggressive Risk Management and Safety services significantly impact clients’ workers’ compensation experience. - October 07, 2008 - CPE HR, Inc.
Anger Management is an Investment Which Improves the Bottom Line
Profitable Companies Find Solution to Growing Problem of Anger Among Employees. - October 06, 2008 - Anderson & Anderson, APC
NeuroHealth Welcomes Psychiatrist Peter T. Smith, M.D. to Its Clinical Team
NeuroHealth today announced that Peter T. Smith, M.D., has joined its team of health care providers. Dr. Smith is a licensed psychiatrist who specializes in the evaluation, treatment and/or management of a wide spectrum of mental health conditions. He has extensive experience working in a... - October 02, 2008 - NeuroHealth Management LLC
Heritage Health Helps Kids with Injury Prevention Tips for Heavy Backpacks
Poor posture, long-term muscle and joint damage caused by heavy backpacks - October 02, 2008 - Heritage Health
Savannah’s MUMC Wins Consumer Choice Award
Memorial University Medical Center (MUMC) won the National Research Corporation (NRC) 2008/2009 Consumer Choice Award for the Savannah region. The NRC Consumer Choice Award surveys households in 250 markets throughout the U.S. to identify the top hospitals. The list is published in Modern... - October 02, 2008 - Memorial Health
Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facility Announces "Rehab Guarantee": Pat Moore Foundation Stands Behind Its Programs
Pat Moore Foundation announces unique "Rehab Guarantee" for individuals who participate in the Foundation's residential drug and alcohol treatment programs. - September 28, 2008 - Pat Moore Foundation
Free Nutrition Workshop for Parents Now Available by Telephone
“How to Get Your Kids to Eat Healthy Foods, without Tantrums!” Nutrition Workshop Available for Busy Parents by Telephone During Peak Naptime. - September 28, 2008 - Nutrition Coach Online
Lighten Years Away Medspa Opens Location in Dallas / Fort Worth, Texas
Dr. Michael Richey, MD, Announces opening of Medical Spa location in Fort Worth, Texas, specializing in Laser Liposuction and Body Contouring, Botox, and other aesthetic services including dermal fillers and collagen. - September 28, 2008 - Lighten Years Away Medspa
Small Business Owner Testifies Before Congress
Patricia Owen, owner of FACES DaySpa on Hilton Head Island testifies on America's need for health care reform. - September 27, 2008 - FACES DaySpa
The Pioneer of Medical Spas, NuU, Now Introduces Naturopathic Medicine to Their Menu of Services
NuU Medspa has earned the reputation of the Medspa Industry Giants of BOTOX® and lasers – now they can add all-natural treatments and services to their already impressive line-up of services. NuU Medical Spa brings Naturopathic Medicine into their centers to help you feel beautiful on... - September 26, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
Moore Wellness Inc, Plano TX Presents Beautiful Image "The Lunchtime Facelift"
Moore Wellness Inc. now offers Beautiful Image facial and body sculpting, often referred to as the "Lunchtime Facelift." - September 25, 2008 - Moore Wellness Inc.
Integrated Clinical Trial Services Named to Western Wake 100
Tom Sturgis, president of Integrated Clinical Trial Services (ICTS) (www.integratedtrials.com), a full-service patient enrollment firm that utilizes more than 300 contract employees internationally to provide clinical trial patient recruitment, enrollment, retention and adherence, has announced... - September 25, 2008 - Integrated Clinical Trial Services
eSolutions Partners LLC Announces the Selection of Softdata Consulting, Inc. as Their Web Development and Implementation Provider
eSolutions Partners LLC announces the selection of its’ “National Hospice Referral Network,” (NHRN) Web development and implementation applications provider, Softdata Consulting, Inc. “We are pleased to have been selected to provide our services to eSolutions... - September 25, 2008 - Hospice Locations
InfraWare to Test Market Quicker, Cost-Saving Medical Transcription Software
InfraWare Inc, an Indiana software developer and medical transcription ASP provider, is beginning beta testing of its new, leading-edge speech recognition technology. InfraWare’s new dictation recognition engine offers a significant increase in accuracy over previous attempts within the industry to incorporate speech recognition into medical transcription. - September 24, 2008 - InfraWare Inc.
eSolutions Partners LLC Announces the Association Agreement with The Carolinas Center for End of Life Care
eSolutions Partners LLC announces the establishment of its’ “National Hospice Referral Network,” (NHRN) member hospices’ latest association agreement with, “The Carolinas Center for End of Life Care.” The Carolinas Center for End of Life Care, along with... - September 22, 2008 - Hospice Locations