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Genescient and Kronos Announce Alzheimer's Disease Collaboration
Genescient Corporation and Kronos Science Laboratory will work together to analyze the Kronos Alzheimer's Case-Control Database, considered to be the finest Alzheimer's Disease genetic data set in the US. The companies hope to identify genes previously unrecognized genes that are involved in Alzheimer's Disease. - March 04, 2009 - Genescient Corporation
Barack Obama Signs Proclamation Save Your Vision Week 2009 – BiCOM with Glaucoma Eye Test Diaton is Preparing to Help
Barack Obama, President of the United States of America proclaims March 1 through March 7, 2009, as Save Your Vision Week. BiCOM Inc home of Glaucoma Eye Test Diaton – non-contact Glaucoma Eye Test through the Eyelid is prepared to assist with vision screenings. Roman Iospa, CEO of BiCOM comments on Presidents support of glaucoma screenings. Early diagnosis and timely treatment are critical to minimize vision loss from eye diseases. - March 04, 2009 - BiCOM Inc.
Baxa Corporation Acquires Florida-Based ForHealth Technologies™
Baxa Corporation, a leading developer of technology for the safe handling, packaging and administration of fluid medications, today announced that it has acquired ForHealth Technologies, Inc., a Florida-based healthcare robotics and software company. The ForHealth acquisition adds IntelliFill i.v.® and IntelliFlowRx™ to the existing Baxa products for pharmacy operations management. - March 03, 2009 - Baxa Corporation
New Hope in Cancer Treatment for Dogs: PharmaCom BioVet’s Veterinary Oncology Treatment Centers
“We lost three of our Siberian Huskies …close family members, to cancer.” The Bertholds vowed, “We would spend the rest of our lives for the sake of our living dogs — in addition to all other dogs — attempting to find better, improved cancer treatments.” PharmaCom BioVet is truly “a union of compassion and technology.” - March 03, 2009 - PharmaCom BioVet
Enzymatic Therapy, Inc Introduces New Artery Advantage Supplement to Give Arteries a Fighting Chance
Keeping arteries healthy is vital and Enzymatic Therapy’s Artery Advantage™ helps get to the heart of the matter, safely and naturally.† - March 03, 2009 - Enzymatic Therapy, Inc.
Unique Glaucoma Eye Test Approved by Ministry of Health Mexico. Diaton Diagnostic Tonometers Measure Eye Pressure IOP Through Eyelid. BiCOM Inc Expands to Latin America.
Diaton Tonometer a unique "Glaucoma Eye Test" with FDA, CE, Health Canada and now with Health Mexico approval BiCOM Inc., challenges the issue of blindness caused by glaucoma through out the world. BiCOM, Inc. plans to establish Diaton tonometer distribution channels in every Latin American country. - March 02, 2009 - BiCOM Inc.
AnaSpec Introduces Newest GO™ Peptides - Exendins
Along with a host of popular Exendin peptides, AnaSpec’s GO™ Peptides line includes Fluorescein-Trp25-Exendin-4 (FLEX) and [Cys(HiLyteFluor 647 C2 maleimide)]-Exendin-4 - two exendin peptides that are not immediately available anywhere else. - March 01, 2009 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Tips for Choosing a Medical Mail Order Supply and Pharmacy Service
Leading mail order diabetic supply and pharmacy company Diabetic Care Services offers tips for choosing the best medical mail order supplier and pharmacy. - February 28, 2009 - Care Services
Techno-Derm Debuts Clayton Shagal’s Collagen - The First 99% Pure, Professional-Grade Collagen Formulation with 100% Efficacy
Techno-Derm announced today that it’s distributing Clayton Shagal’s Collagen, the first 99% pure, professional-grade collagen formulation on the market able to penetrate protective skin barriers and restore collagen fibrils with 100% efficacy. Comprising about 90% of connective tissue,... - February 27, 2009 - Techno-Derm, LLC
New Product Announcement: MediLock™ Lock Kit Secures Medical Items Easily, Quickly and Inexpensively
Announcing a new product. The MediLock healthcare and safety security lock kit secures controlled substances and expensive items without drilling or installing costly internal locks. By attaching to pre-existing storage pieces, MediLock easily allows compliance with federal regulations and keeps medical items safe and secure. - February 27, 2009 - Unimed-Midwest, Inc.
Announcing the Launch of the New 25-OH Vitamin D ELISA: Exceptional Correlation to LC-MS/MS in a User-Friendly, Automatable ELISA Format
Serum measurements of 25-OH vitamin D by ELISA are easy and cost-effective for research laboratories who do not have access to the gold standard method, LC-MS/MS with the new 25-OH vitamin D ELISA kit offered by ALPCO. - February 27, 2009 - ALPCO
AnaSpec Introduces Cost-Effective Replacement for Tetramethyl Rhodamine Maleimides
AnaSpec has introduced a collection of Tetramethylrhodamine C2 maleimides that represent an equally effective and more cost-effective replacement for Tetramethyl rhodamine maleimides. - February 27, 2009 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Allmax Signs IFBB Pro Troy Brown
Allmax Nutrition signs IFBB Pro Troy Brown as the newest athlete of Team Allmax Nutrition - February 26, 2009 - Allmax Nutrition
Unicoi Systems Chosen as Top 10 Technology Company: The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) Selects Unicoi Systems
The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) has selected Unicoi Systems (Unicoi) as one of the Top 10 Most Innovative Technology Companies in Georgia for 2009. Competition winners were selected from among the Top 40 Innovative Technology Companies in Georgia with criteria based on this year’s... - February 26, 2009 - Unicoi Systems, Inc.
Fusion RTP/RTCP Deployed by Saab: IP-Based Communications Feature Fusion Networking Protocols
Saab, a global provider of communication systems for both military and civilian markets, employs Unicoi Systems’ Fusion RTP/RTCP in products to support audio/video communication over IP for a variety of applications. - February 26, 2009 - Unicoi Systems, Inc.
Health & Fitness Expert Michael Torchia Stands Strong in His Attempt to Help Wii Users Get Proper Guidance
Although Michael Torchia has received criticism about his plight to get Nintendo Wii creators to make important changes to their system, he is not backing down. His fight is not against the creation of the system, but rather the manner in which it has been marketed as a fitness tool and the lack of proper instruction involved with the Wii system. - February 26, 2009 - Michael Torchia
Linares Medical Devices (LMD) Top Docs Unite - New Era in Plastic Orthopedic Devices
Well-known and respected orthopedic spine surgeon, Richard W. Easton, M.D. has joined Linares Medical Devices Research and Development team. Dr Easton was named to the Detroit Hour Magazine list of “Top Docs” for 2008. - February 26, 2009 - Gerard Thomas Company
United Foam, a UFP Technologies Brand, Improves Capabilities and Response Time at Their Decatur, Alabama Facility
United Foam's Decatur, AL, facility, one of eight United Foam locations, has made significant improvements to enhance their overall quality and service. United Foam has added new equipment, improved upon their material selection, reconfigured its floor plan and has become ISO compliant. - February 26, 2009 - UFP Technologies, Inc.
April 2009 Declared National Safe Handling Awareness Month
National Campaign Aims to Protect Healthcare Workers from Hazardous Drug Exposure. - February 26, 2009 - Carmel Pharma
Lice Removal Salon Goes Mobile to Bring Nit-Picking Services to Oakland Schools
Hair Fairies Screen Oakland Students for Lice and Nits. - February 25, 2009 - Hair Fairies
Michael Torchia Introduces "Shape Up America Fitness Show" a Radio Program Focusing on Solving the Epidemic of Obesity in America
"Shape Up America Fitness Show" will provide listeners with fitness tips and advice but will also go after the healthcare, medical, fitness and even the video game industry. Although controversial in nature, Torchia will leave no stone unturned so that he can provide his listeners with a well rounded show that is sure to entertain and educate. - February 25, 2009 - Michael Torchia
Trevigen Releases CultreCoat® Cell Adhesion Assays
Trevigen announces the immediate availability of seven new coated well assay kits for cell adhesion studies. - February 25, 2009 - Trevigen, Inc.
NEC Display Solutions Europe GmbH Bundles QUBYX PerfectLum DICOM Calibration Software with Medical Displays
NEC Display Solutions Europe GmbH will offer a free trial version of Qubyx PerfectLUM DICOM display calibration software. - February 24, 2009 - QUBYX Software Technologies Inc.
Free CE Webinar Offered for First-Ever National Safe Handling Awareness Day (April 20, 2009)
Healthcare professionals are invited to participate in a free, one-hour safe handling CE webinar addressing the proper handling of hazardous drugs on April 20, 2009, the inaugural Safe Handling Awareness Day. - February 24, 2009 - Carmel Pharma
Clear Fusion Orthodontic Hybrid Retainers
Clear Fusion Orthodontic Appliances Ltd, Located on Long Island has introduced a new concept in Aesthetic Orthodontic Retention... Today’s patients, especially those completing clear aligner therapy, do not want Wires or the Hawley type retainer. The Invisible Retainer has been available for... - February 23, 2009 - Clear Fusion Orthodontic Appliances Ltd.
AnaSpec Introduces Industry’s First NMHC II Antibodies
AnaSpec has announced the release of the industry’s first provider of nonmuscle myosin class II heavy chain (NMHC) antibodies. Nonmuscle myosin class II proteins belong to the superfamily of actin-based motor proteins. They form hexamer structures composed of two ~200kDa heavy chains (NMHC... - February 22, 2009 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
United Case™, a UFP Technologies Brand, Introduces Exclusive Foam for Protective Case Inserts
United Case™, a UFP Technologies brand (NASDAQ: UFPT), introduces Case Fit™ 260. Case Fit 260 is United Case’s proprietary foam material used for fabricating custom inserts for protective cases. Case Fit 260 exhibits the most important aspects necessary for interior case protection. - February 21, 2009 - UFP Technologies, Inc.
mumms® Software Announces Major Program Update - PAS™ Version 12.0.0
Now more than ever, data collection and reporting is essential in managing a successful hospice organization. In response to this increasing need, mumms® Software is announcing a major update to its Patient Activity and Statistics (PAS™) program. PAS™ 12.0.0 will be provided to all... - February 21, 2009 - mumms Software
Source-Omega Founder Speaks on Microalgae Oil Omega-3 Replacements for Medical Fish Oils
Source-Omega, LLC announced today it will be presenting at the upcoming International Symposia on Bioinformatics for Biomedical and Ecological Applications in Prasanthi Nilayam, India. The conference is being held during February 20-21, 2009 at the renowned Sri Sathya Sai University and is organized by Biosciences Chair Professor Srirama Krupanidhi. - February 20, 2009 - Source-Omega
Magnus Health Portal is Going Under the Clippers for Children's Cancer and Personal Health Record Awareness
Magnus Health Portal (www.magnushealth.com), a secure web-based Personal Health Record (PHR), enables individuals and families to collect, store and share personal medical information in one location anytime, anywhere with no hardware or software to install. Today, Magnus Health Portal announced a fundraising effort with the St. Baldrick's Foundation which raises funds and awareness to cure childrens' cancer by shaving the heads of volunteers. - February 20, 2009 - Magnus Health Portal
New Cartridge Bubble Point Tester from PMI
Machine built with ease of use for the end user in mind. - February 20, 2009 - Porous Materials, Inc.
The Offshore Group to Host Aerospace Manufacturing in Mexico Conference in Guaymas, Sonora
Guaymas, Mexico aerospace industry cluster to be examined at international manufacturing event. - February 20, 2009 - The Offshore Group
Medi Introduces Mediven® Sheer & Soft: Stylish and Comfortable Compression Therapy Treatments Now Available
Medi USA, a worldwide leader in medical therapy products, introduces Mediven® Sheer & Soft, a complete line of fashionable, discreet and comfortable compression therapy stockings suitable for day and evening wear. Independently proven to be more sheer and comfortable than leading competitors, Sheer & Soft stockings are available in a variety of colors. - February 20, 2009 - Medi USA
AnaSpec Introduces Industry’s Most Sensitive Luminescent Alkaline Phosphatase Assay Kits
AnaSpec announced the release of the industry’s most sensitive assay kits for the detection of alkaline phosphatase activities. The SensoLyteTM Luminescent Alkaline Phosphatase and SensoLyteTM Luminescent Alkaline Phosphatase ELISA assay kits contain a chemiluminescent substrate capable of... - February 19, 2009 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
RONCO Launches New Website
RONCO has launched its new website, www.ronco.ca. The website is simpler, easier to navigate, user-friendly and lists more products than before. - February 19, 2009 - RONCO
Manufacturers Turn to Nutricap Labs for GMP Survival Strategy
As nutraceutical manufacturers crunch to prepare for FDA mandated GMP regulation deadline, Nutricap Labs counsels retailers on compliance. Nutricap Labs will identify and answer the top questions retailers should address with private labeling partners once all manufacturers are required to be GMP compliant in the May 2009 issue of Natural Product Marketplace magazine. - February 18, 2009 - Nutricap Labs
Ophthalmic Instruments Inc. Becomes Authorized Topcon Dealer in California
Ophthalmic Instruments Inc (www.oii-ca.com) has announced that the company, which has been the leading ophthalmic distributor in California for more than 30 years, recently became and authorized distributor of Topcon, a world-renowned ophthalmic manufacturer. - February 18, 2009 - Ophthalmic Instruments, Inc.
Grand Opening of Masy Systems’ Biorepository
State of the Art Biorepository Opening in February 2009. - February 18, 2009 - Masy Systems
DRE Now Sells Professionally Refurbished Endoscopy Products
DRE, a premier medical and surgical equipment supplier, expands its extensive product lineup to include affordable, professionally refurbished endoscopy equipment. - February 18, 2009 - DRE Medical Equipment
DRE Veterinary Unveils Line of Surgical and Exam Tables
The DRE VSE Series includes a variety of affordable, dependable surgery and exam tables, as well as a multipurpose transporter. - February 18, 2009 - DRE Veterinary Equipment
Robert Lalonde Joins AnyWare Group as Chief Executive Officer
AnyWare Group Inc., a leading healthcare technology service provider, today announced that its board of directors has named Robert Lalonde to serve as the company's Chief Executive Officer. Lalonde has led the growth of numerous Canadian technology firms over the past 15 years. Most recently... - February 17, 2009 - AnyWare Group Inc.
Union Springs Pharmaceuticals Introduces New, More Effective Respirator
Respirator stops 99.99% of airborne and droplet viruses. - February 14, 2009 - Union Springs Pharmaceuticals
Design Concept Shows Spring’s Potential to Enhance CMC Implant Performance
Medical device engineers are evaluating the use of tiny springs to improve the performance of implantable devices that act like joints in the human body. - February 14, 2009 - Bal Seal Engineering, Inc.
Blindness is Not a Barrier to Success
At the age of fifteen, Mr. Goel was diagnosed to be suffering from Retinitis Pigmentosa, a condition of the eyes that makes one legally blind. But he took his disability as a challenge, and went overseas for his further studies. - February 14, 2009 - King Multitech Global Pvt. Ltd
DryPro® by DryCorp Can Help Save Money for Individuals with an Ostomy
With the DryPro® Ostomy Protector individuals with an ostomy can keep their ostomy secure and dry when showering, bathing, and even taking an active swim. Reducing financial burden and irritation. - February 12, 2009 - DryCorp, LLC
Swimmers with a Broken Arm/Leg Can Now Train in Water Sooner with the DryPro® Waterproof Cast Cover
The DryPro® waterproof cast cover is a completely waterproof, vacuum sealed cast protector that fits over cast/bandages. It allows swimmers with casts and/or bandages to bathe and most importantly get back in the water sooner so they can train. - February 12, 2009 - DryCorp, LLC
DryCorp Now Offers the Latex Free DryPro® PICC Line Protector to Help Physicians Give Their Patients Better Treatment and Quality of Life
Physicians such as: Oncologists, Infectious Disease Doctors, Cardiologists, Orthopedic Surgeons, Gastroenterologists, Family Practice and Internal Medicine Physicians will find the new Latex Free DryPro® PICC Line Protector very beneficial to their patients. - February 12, 2009 - DryCorp, LLC
Lice Removal Salon Provides Insight Around an Unsightly Issue
Hair Fairies, The Head Lice Helpers, Fairies provides informational seminar on head lice for concerned parents at a local Chicago school. - February 12, 2009 - Hair Fairies
Colorado BioScience Association and Four Area Economic Development Groups Tout Colorado’s Strengths to the Medical Device Industry at MD&M West in Anaheim
For three days, representatives from the Colorado BioScience Association -- along with four of the state’s economic development entities -- will be showcasing Colorado’s vast medical device sector at the 25th annual Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) West Expo. The... - February 12, 2009 - Colorado BioScience Association
The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine Conferences Posted on Youtube.com
The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) and its media partner, Insta Tapes Digital Media "DiGiVision" have posted a large library of educational videos on a wide variety of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine topics on youtube.com. - February 12, 2009 - A4M