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Senior Formulations Scientist at Metrics Earns CPIP Credential
Joseph E. “Joe” Cobb Jr., senior formulations scientist at Metrics Inc., has earned the highly respected Certified Pharmaceutical Industry Professional™ (CPIP™) credential. Awarded by the ISPE Professional Certification Commission, the CPIP credential is the only... - October 09, 2010 - Metrics, Inc.
Gasser Dental Corporation Announces Agreement with Wiand Dental Laboratory - Dental Implant Onsite in Arizona
Gasser Dental Corporation has announced an agreement with Wiand Dental Laboratory in Arizona to provide same day dental implant procedures, also known as “All on 4” or “Teeth in a day,” onsite at the Gasser Dental Corporation home office in Sun City, Arizona. - October 09, 2010 - Gasser Dental Implant Center
Source-Omega, a Manufacturer of Algae Oil Nutritional Products, Has Licensed Return 2 Health as a Distributor in New Zealand
Source-Omega offers its distributors not only a high-quality health product, but international branding and expertise in exporting and supply chain solutions. - October 08, 2010 - Source-Omega
IonSense Expands Product Line with ASAP Open-Air Ionization Source
IonSense to sell Atmospheric Solids Analysis Probe (ASAP) as Entry Level Source for Open-Air Mass Spectrometry - October 08, 2010 - IonSense, Inc.
DBM and Auxiant Team Up to Fight Against Rising Medical Costs
In the constant fight within the Group Health TPA environment to control the ever-rising costs of medical procedures and to thus stay competitive within an industry that is proving difficult to find ways to retain clients who move partners often, DBM has been successful in contracting with Auxiant to provide an aggressive cost-containment solution for Diagnostic Imaging Studies. - October 08, 2010 - DiaTri LLC
DiaTri and MCM Solutions for Better Health Combine Forces to Deliver a Powerful Program for Diagnostic Imaging and Radiology Management
DiaTri’s Group Health Imaging Network and Concierge Scheduling Service (DBM) announced their newest partnership formed with a national leader in population health and care management, MCM Solutions for Better Health, home based in Chicago, IL. - October 08, 2010 - DiaTri LLC
Polaris Awarded NIH Funding for Its Groundbreaking HIV and Substance Abuse Treatment Referral System for Primary Care
STaRS is Polaris’s answer to the call for a fast and effective means for substance abuse detection and treatment referral. - October 08, 2010 - Polaris Health Directions
Bay Area House Call Dentists Provide Dental Care to Senior Homes
San Francisco-based home care dentists delivers crucial services to patients who can’t travel. - October 07, 2010 - Blende Dental Group
Intivia Awarded ONC-ATCB 2011/2012 Certification as Complete EHR
Company Among First to Meet One of Key Requirements for Meaningful Use. - October 07, 2010 - Intivia Inc.
EON Systems Presents a New Webinar "How to Choose Software in the New EHR World"
EON Systems presents a new public service webinar "How to choose Software in the New EHR World." - October 07, 2010 - EON Systems, Inc.
Ronco to Donate 50 Cents from Each Case of Pink Gloves Sold Throughout October
Throughout October, for every case of pink gloves sold, Ronco will donate 50 cents to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. - October 07, 2010 - RONCO
AnaSpec Introduces BAFF Protein
AnaSpec is pleased to announce the release of a recombinant human BAFF protein. Naïve B-cells, treated with 20-1000 ng/ml BAFF protein prepared by AnaSpec, has been showing increased IgG secretion compared to 2 leading commercial sources. BAFF (BlyS, TALL-1, THANK, TNFSF13B, zTNF4) belongs to... - October 07, 2010 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
ChemDAQ Partners with Four New Distributors
Sterilant gas monitoring company increases access to Steri-Trac® system for large markets across the country. - October 07, 2010 - ChemDAQ, Incorporated
Captiva Spine Acquires Proprietary Cervical Plate System, SmartLox™
Captiva Spine, Inc., a medical device organization dedicated to developing and distributing spinal technologies in the US and internationally, announced today that it has signed an agreement with Dr. Kamaljit Paul, Oshkosh, WI, to acquire the license to a Cervical Plate System designed and patented... - October 06, 2010 - Captiva Spine, Inc
Pelican State Outpatient Center Reaches Mobile Patients Anytime, Anywhere with iTriage Medical App
Smartphone users in the Big Easy now have on-the-go access to symptom, disease and provider information with the iTriage healthcare decision tool - October 06, 2010 - iTriage, LLC
UK Homes Are Second Largest Cause of Lung Cancer Announces PureShowers.co.uk
UK Homes and Showers Expose People to Cancer Causing Airborne Radon Gases. The World Health Organisation (WHO) Announced That the Second Biggest Cause of Lung Cancer is Through Low to Medium Exposure to Radon Gases in Homes.[1] - October 06, 2010 - PureShowers.co.uk
Baeta Corp. Announces the Availability of MyHealthTrends for Weight Control, Version 2.0
New version incorporates significant ease of use and new Patient management capabilities for Practitioners--facilitating weight control and behavior modification. - October 05, 2010 - Baeta Corp.
RayBiotech and Gentel Partner to Offer Comprehensive Selection of Arrays on APiX Chromogenic Detection Platform
RayBiotech, Inc., a pioneer and leader in protein and antibody array technologies, and Gentel Biosciences, a leader in proteomics profiling tools, jointly announced today their partnership to develop and market RayBiotech's vast collection of easy-to-use antibody array products for use with Gentel's APiX™ chromogenic detection platform, a cost-effective alternative to laser fluoresecence scanners. - October 05, 2010 - RayBiotech, Inc
AST Enzymes Now Offering Vida-Defense for Healthy Immune Cell Function and Support
New Product: Vida-Defense blend of powerful enzymes & herbs promotes healthy immune system function. - October 05, 2010 - AST Enzymes
AST Enzymes Announces Gluten Relief with DPP IV for Gluten and Casein Intolerance
New Product: Gluten Relief with DPP IV supports digestion for gluten free and/or casein free lifestyles. - October 05, 2010 - AST Enzymes
Co-Founders of PharmaJet Honored as Laureate of The Tech Museum’s Tech Awards in 2010
(Laureate) is One of 15 Innovators From Around the World Recognized for Applying Technology to Benefit Humanity - October 04, 2010 - PharmaJet, Inc.
Restroom Direct Purchases Second Warehouse
Restroom Direct, distributors of hand dryers and other commercial restroom equipment, announces the purchase of their second warehouse at their headquarters in Huntersville, NC. Founded in 2008, Restroom Direct has expanded rapidly and is one of the largest distributors of hand dryers in the US,... - October 04, 2010 - Restroom Direct
Scenario Generator Finalist for ‘Healthcare IT Product Innovation’ of the Year Award
The E-Health awards promote IT innovation in NHS organisations and “reward outstanding work within the UK healthcare sector.” This year, SIMUL8 Corporation's Scenario Generator software has been selected as a finalist in the "Healthcare IT product innovation" category. - October 03, 2010 - SIMUL8 Corporation
AIM JORACO Manufactures a Hydro-Pneumatic Press for Use in the Pyrotechnic Industry
A leader in the Pyrotechnic Industry had chosen AIM JORACO to manufacture a Hydro-Pneumatic press to aid in their production process. - October 03, 2010 - AIM JORACO
Health Resources™ Announces the Upcoming Release of New Immune-Balancing Formula
According to updated research presented by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, more than 200,000 people are hospitalized from the flu and its complications each year. This amounts to missed work days, canceled plans and less-than-optimal health levels. What’s more, the... - October 02, 2010 - Health Resources
From Maine to the Chilean Miners: a Beacon of Hope and Light
Dr. Newton’s Naturals - Maine’s largest direct-to-consumer vitamin company - has donated a supply of Sublingual Vitamin D-3 to each of the 33 men trapped when the San Jose mine in Chili recently collapsed. This gesture of goodwill and worldwide social responsibility is a direct... - October 02, 2010 - Dr. Newton's Naturals
Dr. Newton’s Naturals: Preserving Maine One Natural Icon at a Time
Dr. Newton’s Naturals, Maine’s largest direct to consumer vitamin company, has agreed to sponsor Jewell Falls in the Fore River Sanctuary. Partnering with Portland Trails, Dr. Newton’s Naturals will help maintain and protect the only waterfall in the Portland area. Fore River... - October 02, 2010 - Dr. Newton's Naturals
Sharklet Technologies Wins Dorsey & Whitney Venture Showcase Award, Presented at 2010 BioWest Conference & Expo
Sharklet Technologies, Inc., has won the Dorsey & Whitney Venture Showcase Award at the 2010 BioWest Conference & Expo in Denver. The announcement is made by Holli Baumunk, President & CEO of the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA), who says the $7,500 Venture Showcase award was provided by the Dorsey & Whitney law firm and announced at the 2010 CBSA Awards Dinner. - October 02, 2010 - Colorado BioScience Association
Block Imaging Parts & Service, Inc. Announces ISO Certification
Block Imaging Parts & Service, Inc., the fastest growing worldwide provider of medical imaging parts and services, announced today receipt of the ISO 9001:2008 quality management system standard certification. The recommendation for ISO 9001 certification comes after Block recently completed... - October 01, 2010 - Block Imaging
Celayix Software Announces Its XPocket Time Clock Submission for the ASIS 2010 Accolades Competition
The ASIS Accolades competition recognizes the security industry's most innovative new products and service solutions exhibited at ASIS 2010 - October 01, 2010 - Celayix Software
Nordic Walking Poles Welcome at 2010 VASA Trail Run - Home of the North American VASA Festival of Cross Country Ski Races
Participants at the 2010 VASA Trail Run will have the opportunity to run or walk the beautiful VASA ski trails. Nordic Walking Poles will be provided by www.SKIWALKING.com and the American Nordic Walking System. Participants opting to use poles can choose to Nordic Walk or Nordic Run the VASA Trail. Free Nordic Walking lessons will also be provided by Pete Edwards, the owner/founder/coach of www.SKIWALKING.com and the American Nordic Walking System. - September 30, 2010 - American Nordic Walking System SkiWalking.com
The New "Fuego" Heat + TENS = Relief Unit is Now Available from Pro Therapy Supplies
Pro Therapy Supplies announces immediate availability of the New Fuego TENS Unit with Heat Therapy. - September 30, 2010 - Pro Therapy Supplies
Medimix Social Media Director to Speak at INSEAD Healthcare Summit, Paris, Oct. 8th
Medimix International Social Media Director Alex de Carvalho will conduct a workshop for more than 150 executives from 20 countries attending the INSEAD Healthcare Summit in Paris, Oct. 8th. The session, entitled “Social Networking and Communities in Healthcare: Promises and Pitfalls,” the social media workshop will cover the basics of launching a social media program within healthcare, discussing strategies and applications for both patients and healthcare practitioners. - September 30, 2010 - Medimix International
New White Paper Report from Medimix International
50,000 Interviews done between 2006-2010 reveal cultural differences that affect concept testings. Study compared the way healthcare professionals from 20 countries use scoring scales for the five key metrics of Medimix's PromotestTM; specifically: Clarity, Relevance to Practice, Originality, Credibility, and Intention to Prescribe. - September 30, 2010 - Medimix International
New e-Prescribing Software Simplifies Prescribing of Home Medical Equipment
Dream Software has created a Web-based product which automates the Medicare patient qualification and documentation process for home medical equipment prescriptions, allowing HME providers to receive all mandatory paperwork – completed accurately and in its entirety – in real time from... - September 30, 2010 - Dream Software
AnaSpec Introduces MESA BLUE qPCR Mixes for SYBR® Assay
AnaSpec has introduced Eurogentec’s MESA BLUE qPCR MasterMix Plus for SYBR® Assay. This MasterMix is a unique combination of our high-performance Hotstart MeteorTaq and an inert BLUE dye. The BLUE dye, which does not affect the qPCR reaction, considerably enhances the contrast between the... - September 30, 2010 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
OSO BioPharmaceuticals Appoints Susan Schniepp VP of Quality
OSO BioPharmaceuticals Manufacturing, LLC, has named Susan Schniepp as vice president of quality. In managing all operational quality-related issues, Schniepp is responsible for cGMP compliance of OsoBio’s facility. Quality-related matters concerning validation as well as regulatory affairs,... - September 30, 2010 - OSO BioPharmaceuticals Manufacturing, LLC
Block Imaging International, Inc. Announces New Director of Financial Services
Block Imaging International, Inc., the premier independent global marketer of pre-owned and refurbished Medical Imaging systems, announced today that Brad Norman has joined the company as Director of Financial Services. In his new role, Norman will be responsible for relationships with all domestic financial institutions involved with leasing and financing of medical imaging and oncology systems. - September 29, 2010 - Block Imaging
Intivia, Inc. Awarded Transcription Service Contract by Innovatix, LLC and Essensa
Intivia Inc., a leading provider of technology enabled clinical documentation services, announced today that it has been awarded a transcription services agreement by Innovatix, LLC, the nation’s largest non-acute care group purchasing organization and Essensa, a leading heath care and alternative markets group purchasing organization. - September 28, 2010 - Intivia Inc.
Smile Brands Inc.™ Chooses the Dental Wizard® for Company-Wide Patient Education
DigiDentist® announces the sale of its 3D animated multimedia patient education software, the Dental Wizard®, to over 300 dental offices of Smile Brands Inc.™, the nation's leading provider of business support services. Smile Brands Inc. affiliate offices include Bright Now! - September 28, 2010 - DigiDentist
Give Children the Gift of Anxiety Coping Skills with My Worry Box
People with anxiety disorders who receive treatment are more likely to lead more productive, healthier lives, according to clinical research. With more than 9.6 million children (13 percent) in the United States afflicted with anxiety disorders, parents and caregivers would be remiss not to teach children anxiety coping skills while they are young. Parents now have an affordable self-help therapy tool called My Worry Box. - September 28, 2010 - Whitney Development Group, Inc.
Unicoi Systems Forms New Alliance with Highly Regarded Korean Hardware & Software Engineering Firm: Atphone Adds Fusion Embedded™ to Offering
Atphone, an experienced embedded engineering firm in South Korea, is providing Fusion Embedded and Fusion VoIP software and reference designs to its OEM customers. - September 28, 2010 - Unicoi Systems, Inc.
Mercodia Will Market Their Oxidized LDL ELISA as an In-vitro Diagnostic for Clinical Use
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has determined that the Mercodia Oxidized LDL ELISA can be used clinically as an IVD. Oxidized LDL has been shown to play a key role in the initiation and progression of atherosclerosis, making the Mercodia Oxidized LDL ELISA a critical biomarker in cardiovascular disease-related studies and the most widely used method commercially available today. - September 27, 2010 - Mercodia Inc.
GM Holden Uses SIMUL8 to Improve Efficiency
Virtual Manufacturing is the key to reducing costs and improving efficiency in GM’s worldwide operations says SIMUL8 CEO. - September 27, 2010 - SIMUL8 Corporation
Australian Dream Arthritis Pain Relief Sales Up 92% in 2010
Australian Dream®, an arthritis pain relief product produced by Nature’s Health Connection®, Inc., reports a second quarter sales increase of 92% as compared to the same quarter sales figures from 2009. - September 26, 2010 - Nature's Health Connection, Inc.
Foot Solutions of Hamilton Receives Accreditation
Foot Solutions of Hamilton receives highest level of accreditation achievable in the profession of orthotics, prosthetics and pedorthics. - September 26, 2010 - Foot Solutions Hamilton
Heart Test Laboratories MyoVista™ System Awarded European CE Mark for Heart Disease Screening
Heart Test Laboratories, Inc. today announced that the MyoVista™, its medical screening system which detects Myocardial abnormalities, has been awarded the CE Mark certification by TÜV SÜD. The CE mark (Conformité Européenne) is a mandatory European marking for certain product groups to indicate conformity with essential health and safety requirements. - September 25, 2010 - Heart Test Labs
ChemDAQ Inc. Awarded Three-year Agreement with MAGNET
Steri-Trac(R) Monitoring System to be available to MAGNET Member Organizations - September 25, 2010 - ChemDAQ, Incorporated
RAM Technologies Named on Inc.’s Annual Ranking of The 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies
Once Again RAM Technologies Named to Inc. List of 5000 Fastest Growing Companies with Three Year Sales Growth of 91%. - September 25, 2010 - RAM Technologies, Inc.
Health International Products Announces That Their energyXcentric Pills Will be Available in All 4,750 Rite Aid Locations
Health International Products, Inc. signed a deal with Rite Aid to sell their 30 count bottles in all 4,750 locations beginning December 6th, 2010 - September 24, 2010 - Health International Products, Inc.