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Korean Wave Crests: Medical Korea Sponsoring World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
Government-launched initiative to showcase revamped medical infrastructure at health travel conference, Sept. 20-24, 2014, in Washington, D.C. - September 11, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Hon. Fred Foreman Retained as Special Counsel by Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes
Former jurist to provide guidance to Board of Directors on corporate compliance, governance and other issues. - September 10, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
Columbia Comeback: New Latin America Hotspot Sponsors World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
Medical tourism revenues top $216 million last year, marking 61 percent increase from 2012, according to Proexport Colombia, backer of health travel conference, Sept. 20-24, 2014, in Washington, D.C. - September 10, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Healthy Hands, Inc. Accepting Donations
Healthy Hands Inc. has started accepting donations for its series of non-profit hand-hygiene campaigns in India set to begin in April 2015. Healthy Hands’ goal is to raise $10,000 by April in order to fund educational workshop, fund original research and stock supplies for Calcutta Mercy Hospital. - September 10, 2014 - Healthy Hands Inc
Ask a Patient: Live Interactive Webcast Streaming Global Contacts at World Medical Tourism Congress
Interactive online discussion connects health travelers with healthcare providers -- hospitals, doctors, insurance executives, medical tourism facilitators -- Sept. 23, 2014, in Washington, D.C. - September 10, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Puget Sound Riders Raise Money for Kids with Brain Tumors
Motorcyclists at the 22nd Puget Sound Ride for Kids raised more than $65,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation on Sept. 7. More than 200 riders attended the event in Carnation, Wash., to honor our local children with brain tumors. The Puget Sound Stars were Allison, Andrew, Claire, Olivia... - September 10, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Local Nephrologist Gives Update on Polycystic Kidney Disease Research
Nephrologists are working towards an improved understanding of how to prevent the progression of kidney disease. Dr. Scott Brimble will discuss potential new therapies for polycystic kidney disease (PKD) and polycystic liver disease. - September 10, 2014 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
New Jersey High School Girl Scout Makes a Big Impact for 2014 International Literacy Day
Pre-kindergarten children in New Brunswick’s The Tiny Tot Spot will soon know that Hunterdon Central Regional High School student Kai Dennis sees them as special when they receive their backpacks filled with school supplies. Kai Dennis decided to partner with the Global Literacy Project, Inc. (GLP) to provide the basics for the entire newly entering class. - September 09, 2014 - Global Literacy Project, Inc.
Spectrum Resource Committee Announces Plans for the 2nd Annual Resource Fair and Conference
The Spectrum Resource Committee (SRC) of Brevard County, Florida has announced the date and location of the 2nd Annual “Beyond the Spectrum” Autism Conference and Resource Fair. May 9, 2015 11am-4pm Melbourne Auditorium Melbourne, Florida Last year’s conference featured 16 guest... - September 09, 2014 - Spectrum Resource Committee
The Gateway Family YMCA Announces New Officers
The Gateway Family YMCA Announces New Officers for the 2014-2015 Board of Directors - September 09, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Early Learning Readiness Program Returning September 15, 2014
Program supports school readiness; provides informal family, friend or neighbor caregivers with skills to enhance and support the learning experiences of children in their care. - September 09, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Rahway Branch Offers Sneak Peek Construction Tours
Exclusive Tours of Expansive Renovations Planned - September 09, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Climate-KIC’s US Start-Up Tour Gives Europe’s Brightest Cleantech Start-Ups a Crash Course in Entrepreneurship
The Start-up Tour to Silicon Valley and the Boston area plays a crucial role in the growth of a global community of cleantech entrepreneurs and innovators and coincides with the release of Climate-KIC’s "Future of Cleantech" report which highlights new opportunities for investors and calls for greater cross border collaboration and "co-opetition" to help climate innovators and entrepreneurs reach their potential. - September 08, 2014 - Climate-KIC
The PBTF and "Show Us Your Gold" for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
This month an estimated 379 children and adolescents will be diagnosed with a brain tumor. Anyone can raise awareness about childhood cancer during September by joining the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation's "Show Us Your Gold" campaign. It's as easy as asking family members, neighbors,... - September 08, 2014 - Ride for Kids
Lasting Lesbian Love Talks Tele-Summit Free, Online, Attend from the Comfort of Home September 10-12, 2014
Lesbian Love Expert Offering Free, online advice on finding & nurturing lasting lesbian love. Sept 10-12 - Join them to listen to twelve experts and celebrities share advice. - September 08, 2014 - Lasting Lesbian Love
Registration Open for Tourette Syndrome Awareness Walk in Arlington, Virginia October 25 2014
Registration is open for the first Washington DC area Tourette Syndrome 5K Awareness Walk to be held at Bluemont Park in Arlington, Virginia on Saturday, October 25, 2014. The Walk will begin at 10am at Bluemont Park and will be followed by lunch and activities for the kids sponsored by the Tourette Syndrome Association of Greater Washington. The public is invited to participate in the Walk and can register or donate to support the event at www.tsagw.org. - September 08, 2014 - Tourette Syndrome Association of Greater Washington
Bartlett Nature Center to Host 5K Walk for Peace
In celebration of World Peace Day, Play for Peace and Bartlett Nature Center are hosting a 5K Walk for Peace. - September 08, 2014 - Play for Peace
SWACHA to Help Fight Cyber-Criminals in Nationwide Cyber Attack Simulation Exercise for Financial Institutions
More Than 600 Financial Institutions Anticipated to Participate in This Year’s Exercise. SWACHA, one of the largest not-for-profit regional payment associations in the country, has joined with Reston, Va.-based Financial Service-Information Sharing and Analysis Center (FS-ISAC) to support... - September 07, 2014 - SWACHA
Affordable Care South of Border: Baja California Sponsors World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
Mexico state reaching out to U.S. medical tourism consumers at health travel conference, Sept. 20-24, 2014, in Washington, D.C. - September 07, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Able Force Offers Immediate Employment Opportunities for Veterans to Help Veterans and Their Families
Able Force now seeks veterans and people with disabilities to apply for employment opportunities now open at multiple locations across the country. - September 06, 2014 - AbleForce, Inc.
Lebanese Heritage Festival Set for Sunday, September 14, 2014
Celebrating 20 years of ethnic food, friends and fun at the St Ann Maronite Church, Lebanese Heritage Festival. - September 06, 2014 - St Ann Maronite Church
Ralph J. Anderson, CPA Recognized by National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E.
Ralph J. Anderson, CPA of Monmouth Beach, New Jersey has been recognized by the National Alliance of Male Executives-N.A.M.E. for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of tax and financial services. About Ralph J. Anderson, CPA Mr. Anderson is the Managing Partner of The... - September 05, 2014 - N.A.M.E.
Inaugural New York Metro Joint Cyber Security Conference 2014
The entire security community of the NY, NJ, and CT metropolitan area is joining forces to assemble what they expect will be a premier Cybersecurity Conference on Oct. 7, 2014. The purpose of this educational conference is to heighten cybersecurity awareness and keeping with the National Cyber Security Awareness Month in October. - September 05, 2014 - NYMJCSC
Get Ready to “ROAR” with the NAPW Boston Chapter
Become Unstoppable for Women of Achievement Month Event - September 05, 2014 - National Association for Professional Women
John Cisar Seeks to Shake Up Establishment, Enters Chittenden County Senate Race
John Cisar of Essex, Vermont, officially announces his candidacy for Chittenden County State Senate. Cisar will be appearing on the November 4th general election ballot and asks for your support to help make Vermont a more affordable place to live. “I’m a crossover candidate,”... - September 05, 2014 - Friends of John Cisar
Pittsburg, CA Inventory Professional Achieves Certification
National Inventory Certification Association congratulates member Tricia Hoekwater for achieving the designation of Certified Inventory Specialist. - September 05, 2014 - National Inventory Certification Association
American Venous Forum - Call for Abstracts Deadline Approaching
The American Venous Forum (AVF) will hold its 27th Annual Meeting on February 25-27, 2015 in Palm Springs, CA. The AVF Annual Meeting offers high-quality scientific analysis to those physicians interested in research, education and clinical investigation in the field of venous diseases. AVF encourages all of its colleagues to participate in this growing educational program by submission of a formal abstract for standard oral, quick shot presentation, poster presentation or poster display. - September 05, 2014 - American Venous Forum
Starry Night 8.5K Moving to Nov. 8 at Lake Merced
Momentum is building for Starry Night San Francisco, a new 8.5K to benefit the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. More families and companies are getting involved, and have asked for more time to raise awareness and funds. Because the first year’s success will ensure continued support for... - September 05, 2014 - Ride for Kids
6 Degrees Delves Into New Digital Marketing Trends with Panel of San Diego Marketing Experts
6 Degrees San Diego’s Breakfast Speaker Series “Marketing Trends in the Digital Era” to discuss strategies in digital media marketing. - September 05, 2014 - 6 Degrees San Diego
Kohler, PERC Launch Two Additional Propane-Powered Mobile Generator Models
New models are designed to meet growing demand for cost-effective, sustainable mobile power. - September 05, 2014 - Propane Education & Research Council
New Album from Atlanta’s Congregation Bet Haverim, Fire Flashing Up: Klezmer Dances for Strings, to be Released September 13
Congregation Bet Haverim proudly announces its latest recording, Fire Flashing Up: Klezmer Dances for Strings. This mini-album presents the CBH String Ensemble in eight lively and soulful selections. The music braids together the heritages of Eastern European Jewish dance tunes (klezmer) and... - September 05, 2014 - Congregation Bet Haverim
Minnesota Homeownership Center Director Receives Federal Appointment as Consumer Voice on Lending Policy
Julie Gugin will serve on Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) Consumer Advisory Board. - September 05, 2014 - Minnesota Homeownership Center
Quitgate.com, a Leading Quit Smoking Aid Retailer, Praises the New CVS/Pharmacy on Its Major Health Focused Move
After announcing in February, 2014, its decision to stop selling cigarettes and other tobacco products by October 1, CVS has not only fulfilled its promise but has done so one month ahead of time and moved a step further to change its name to CVS Health better reflecting its purpose of optimizing health outcomes. - September 05, 2014 - Quitgate, LLC
Food Bank of South Jersey Plans for Busy Hunger Action Month
Emergency Food Provider Teams with Corporations and Community on Events that Sharpen the Fight against Food Insecurity. - September 04, 2014 - Food Bank of South Jersey
PERC Redesigns, Improves buildwithpropane.com
Newly redesigned site makes it possible for professionals to easily find propane products, tools, and resources. - September 04, 2014 - Propane Education & Research Council
American Venous Forum - the Vein Forum Course - Registration Still Available
On September 5-6 in Boston, MA AVF will host the Vein Forum: Comprehensive Venous Management for the Practicing Clinician. ACS designates this live activity for a maximum of 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. Of the AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM, a maximum of 14 credits meet the requirements for Self-Assessment. The course is geared toward the practicing venous specialist. The AVF will also host the Fall 2014 Fellows Course in Venous Disease on December 5-7 in Houston, TX. - September 04, 2014 - American Venous Forum
‘SIUDY Between Worlds’ Returns to Florida with Orlando and Miami Performances
Internationally Acclaimed Flamenco Fusion Showcase Benefits Central Florida Pediatric Cancer Charity - September 04, 2014 - Be Brave Foundation
The Better Booze Festival Gives a Whole New Meaning to Drinking Responsibly
The Better Booze Festival, New York City's first alcohol festival for the conscientious drinker, is launching Saturday, September 20, 2014 at Center 548 in Manhattan. Presented by U.S. Veg Corp, the force behind such ground-breaking events as the NYC Vegetarian Food Festival, the Better Booze... - September 04, 2014 - U.S. Veg Corp.
Sept. 10 NAWBO Meeting to Focus on Best Practices of Effective Leadership
A panel of experts will share best practices of effective leadership at the Sept. 10 meeting of the Phoenix Metro Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) on Wednesday, Sept. 10. The event takes place at the Phoenix County Club (2901 N. 7th Street, Phoenix, 85012)... - September 04, 2014 - NAWBO Phoenix
Muslim Coalition Denounces ISIS for Steven Sotloff's Murder
The US Council of Muslim Organizations (USCMO), a coalition of several national and local organizations, today condemns a terrorist and anti-Islam group for a video purporting to show the gruesome beheading of American journalist Steven Sotloff. The murder of innocent civilians is immoral,... - September 03, 2014 - USCMO
Back to School, Back to Fitness at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Announces Open House September 8-14 - September 03, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Extends Free Zumba in Rahway
Free Weekly Zumba at the Rahway Train Station - September 03, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Surf Industry Manufacturers Association Expands Humanitarian Efforts by Adopting Sustainable Funding Platform, Swipe4TheKids
Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA) has recently adopted the Swipe4TheKids Merchant Platform to enhance the broad range funding efforts encompassed by the SIMA Humanitarian Fund. - September 02, 2014 - Pomeroy Equitable Solutions LLC
Youngstown Music Awards to Benefit CreativeBridge Coalition
Organizers of the Youngstown Music Awards will share proceeds from upcoming event with music-oriented non-profit. - September 02, 2014 - Creative Bridge Coalition
Central Florida Community Unites in Fight Against Childhood Cancer
Parents & Professionals Launch Nationwide Challenge to Whip Childhood Cancer. - September 02, 2014 - Whipping Childhood Cancer
East Meets West: Asian Markets Take Flight at World Medical Tourism & Global Healthcare Congress
From Thailand to India, healthcare providers making connections at health travel conference, Sept. 20-24, 2014, in Washington, D.C. - September 02, 2014 - Medical Tourism Association™
Couple Launches #1 Ranked Video Podcast in iTunes
The Family Matters First Podcast is now the #1 rated video podcast in the new and noteworthy section of iTunes. - September 01, 2014 - Family Matters First
Kiddie Run Sponsored by The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA presents a Kiddie Run as part of the Union Township Chamber’s Fourth Annual Mayor’s Day Run. - September 01, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA Focus Group at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA is organizing a focus group for cancer survivors. - September 01, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Glenda D. Price, PhD, President of Detroit Public Schools Foundation to Speak at EWI® Event
EWI of Detroit-Windsor announced today Glenda D. Price, PhD, President, Detroit Public Schools Foundation will be the guest speaker at its Annual ASIST Scholarship Awards Event on September 17, 2014, Dr. Price, former president of Marygrove College, is a strong believer education. The event is to be held at Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan, 2131 Beaufait, Detroit. MI 48207. For tickets and information, visit www.ewidetroitwindsor.org. - August 31, 2014 - EWI Detroit Windsor