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US Health Insurance Companies/ Reinsurers Embrace Medical Tourism
Many of the leading US health insurance companies, employers, agents, and reinsurers are attending the upcoming world medical tourism and global health congress, October 26-28th, 2009 in Los Angeles. "Swiss Re appreciates the value of providing employers with the medical travel option to... - October 22, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
IAPAM Announces 2010 Dates for Aesthetic Medicine Symposiums Showcasing Botox Training
Physicians continue to seek out comprehensive aesthetic medicine training programs, that include the most 'in-demand' aesthetic procedures: training in Botox, laser training, medical microdermabrasion training, chemical peel training and medical weight management programming. To meet this educational need, the IAPAM offers the most up-to date, hands-on, enduring medspa training program in the industry. Today, the IAPAM announces the dates for the Aesthetic Medicine Symposiums in 2010. - October 22, 2009 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine
New Voice Offers Radical Solutions to the Violence in the Black Community
"African American mothers and fathers are shedding rivers of tears because they are losing their sons at an alarming rate. They deserve solutions and action, not rhetoric" says, Malik Green, author of The Black-Print and founder of Going Beyond The Dream, a non-profit organization whose goal is to unite and empower the descendants of African slaves. - October 22, 2009 - Going Beyond The Dream
New CPR Application for the iPhone Launched by Code Red, LLC
Code Red is releasing an IPhone application to assist the lay rescuer with CPR. The application is fully interactive and utilizes the movement and breathing functions of the IPhone and ITouch. - October 22, 2009 - Code Red, LLC
NAPO-NY Presents "Understanding the Secret World of Women with AD/HD" Seminar
Sari Solden, pioneer in field of women with AD/HD, to be the featured speaker at the November 7, 2009 event. - October 22, 2009 - NAPO-NY
Conventions and Visitors Bureau to Attend at Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Medical Tourism represents a huge opportunity for conventions and visitors bureau around the world to attract business and opportunities to their city. “The Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau is delighted to be attending the World Medical Tourism Conference for the first time. As... - October 22, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Hispanic and Asian Real Estate Professionals to Discuss State of Multicultural Homebuyer Market at AREAA/NAHREP Real Estate and Marketing Conference
Hispanic and Asian Real Estate professionals and industry business leaders will convene at the 2009 AREAA/NAHREP Real Estate and Marketing Conference on October 25-27 in Las Vegas to discuss the state of the current multicultural homebuyer market. Hosted by the Asian Real Estate Association of America and the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals, the meeting is the single largest industry gathering of multicultural real estate professionals. - October 21, 2009 - National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals
Texas Self Storage Association Hosts Annual Convention & Trade Show in The Woodlands
The Texas Self Storage Association hosts its annual convention and trade show in The Woodlands starting Sunday, October 25 – Wednesday, October 28, 2009. Houston businessman Jim “Mack” McIngvale is the keynote speaker. A trade show featuring a wide range of products and services for the self-storage industry is open to the public on Tuesday, October 27. Sessions of interest to investors, new owners, managers, and seasoned industry professionals, continue on Tuesday and half-day on Wednesday. - October 21, 2009 - Texas Self Storage Association
Society of Education Consultants Reports 20% Rise in Membership, Appoints Marketing Officer to Respond to Increased Publicity
The Society of Education Consultants has reported a 20% rise in membership since autumn 2008, necessitating the appointment of a marketing officer. - October 21, 2009 - Society of Education Consultants
NPSA Las Vegas Conference Mixes Business with Pleasure
The National Portable Storage Association's 7th Annual Conference and Exposition at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas October 25-27, 2009 mixes business with pleasure. - October 21, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
Corporate Wellness Executive Unravels Health Care Reform
In response to growing alarm by Michigan businesses that health reform and employee health insurance premiums are getting out of hand, Scott Foster, Wellco Corporation’s President, will be moderating the Healthcare Reform panel at TiECon Midwest 2009 on October 23-24, 2009 at the... - October 21, 2009 - Wellco Corporation
“The Shack” Producer Opens “Stars in His Crown”
The producer of the upcoming adaptation of the best selling book “The Shack” is the first guest in a unique new international TV series. - October 21, 2009 - Harvest Fields Commissioning International
Whig National Committee Officially Returns to DC, Announces Two More Congressional Candidates
Initially founded by Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, the Modern Whig Party continues to build its national presence. - October 21, 2009 - Whig National Committee
MUMMS 20 Conference Wows National Hospice Community
mumms® Software, a technology leader in the hospice community, held its twentieth anniversary user conference on October 8-9, 2009, at the Hotel Monteleone in New Orleans, LA. The MUMMS 20 Conference featured two days of acclaimed guest speakers, in-depth training and roundtable sessions on the... - October 21, 2009 - mumms Software
CubeKicker.com- the Newest Professional Networking Resource for Entrepreneurs and Investors
CubeKicker.com- The nation's premier resource for entrepreneurs and investors. Link with investors to finance your start up or idea or simply network with like minded individuals. - October 21, 2009 - Cube Kicker
World’s Leading Travel Assistance Companies Participate in Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Some of the world’s leading travel assistance companies and air ambulance organizations are participating in the upcoming Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles. Travel assistance and air ambulance companies play a critical role in the delivery of cross border healthcare. “Europ... - October 21, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Israel and Jordan Medical Tourism Debut in Los Angeles, October 26-28th, 2009 for the World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress
Israel and Jordan Medical Tourism Debut in Los Angeles, October 26-28th, 2009 for the World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress. - October 21, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Leading United Kingdom (UK) Consultants to Attend Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Some of the Leading United Kingdom (UK) consultants to attend Medical Tourism conference in Los Angeles, the World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress, October 26-28th, 2009 in Los Angeles. “If you only attend one medical tourism event a year this is the one to attend,” said... - October 21, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Historic Whig National Committee Officially Returns to DC, Announces Two More Congressional Candidates
Initially founded by Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, the Modern Whig Party continues to build its national presence by announcing a new Whig National Committee and two new Congressional Candidates. - October 21, 2009 - Baldassari for Assembly 2009
NC Ellis Cannady Chapter IAEI Announces Continuing Education Workshops and Annual Meeting Nov 8-10
November 8-10 the NC Ellis Cannady Chapter of IAEI will hold annual meeting and continuing education seminars. These seminars are ideal for electrical inspectors and contractors who need CEU’s. - October 20, 2009 - NC Ellis Cannady Chapter IAEI
Nebraska PTA Holds 86th Annual Convention
The 86th Annual Convention of the Nebraska Parent Teacher Association was held in Bellevue, Nebraska on October 10th, 2009. In attendance were delegates representing 100 PTA units, the Nebraska PTA State Board and the National PTA President Elect, Betsy Landers. Attendees heard from Betsy Landers... - October 20, 2009 - Nebraska PTA
Drug-Free Marshals Promote Red Ribbon Anti-Drug Week
The Drug-Free Marshals from the Church of Scientology Los Angeles pledged in hundreds of youth last Saturday to live a drug-free life in honor of the 21st celebration of Red Ribbon Week commemorating DEA (Drug Enforcement Agent) Special Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena. Camarena was an... - October 20, 2009 - Church of Scientology Los Angeles
AmpleHarvest.org Helping More Than 1,000 Food Pantries in 150-Days
AmpleHarvest.org announces its 1,000th food pantry partner in celebration of World Food Day. One in eight Americans, equal to the populations of New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania combined, now rely on pantries to help feed them. - October 20, 2009 - AmpleHarvest.org
Moms on a Mission: Will Moms of America be the Champions of Change?
Two moms, from opposite ends of the country, who have yet to meet, answer the call to action with an astounding "yes." - October 19, 2009 - Brad Kaminsky Foundation for Brain Tumor Research
Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk 2009 - Nashville
It's not too late to join a team or sign up as an individual walker for the Alzheimer’s Association Mid South chapter's annual Memory Walk at Centennial Park Saturday, October 24 at 10 a.m. Registration begins at 9 a.m. with live music, a continental breakfast, kids' activities and an opening... - October 19, 2009 - Alzheimer's Association Mid-South chapter
Follow the Money
Citizens can track money contributed to political campaigns. - October 18, 2009 - Bob Robinson for State Representative Eaton County
Texas Insurance Agents Reach Out to Help Children in Need
Texas Association of Health Underwriters puts Children's Health Insurance Program into Action. - October 18, 2009 - Texas Association of Health Underwriters
North Carolina Governor Bev Perdue Welcomes Enable America
Enable America, a non-profit working to improve employment for people with disabilities, is expanding operations in Raleigh and eastern North Carolina. NC Governor Bev Perdue is welcoming the organzation and thanking native son Richard Salem for contributions to this effort. - October 18, 2009 - Enable America
Successful Single Parenting Workshop
In our grandparent’s day the most accepted way to do family was to have mum, dad and children living together under one roof. ‘Nuclear’ family is still predominant today, however more and more we’re seeing families become ‘extended’ and through divorce,... - October 18, 2009 - SuccessfulSingleParenting
Whig Party Revival Continues with Announcement of Two Additional Congressional Candidates
On Monday, October 19th, 2009 the Florida Modern Whig Party will be announcing two new candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives. - October 18, 2009 - Baldassari for Assembly 2009
Beer and Jesus
A dry discussion about beer and faith. - October 17, 2009 - Sojourn Church
2009 Rotary Oktoberfest – 5K Road Race
The Oconee County Rotary Clubs in cooperation with the Oconee Runners Club will present a 5K fund raising event for the support and promotion of Rotary International's drive for the elimination of Polio. Walkers and runners, young and old are all welcome to enjoy some exercise, experience the... - October 17, 2009 - Seneca Rotary Club
On 10/24/09: Engineers Walk for Education Hosted by National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Charlotte Alumni , UNC-Charlotte, Johnson C. Smith and NC A&T Chapters
On October 24th, 2009: Local area members of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) will come together to promote awareness available through education in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Volunteers will walk door-to-door distributing information about area... - October 17, 2009 - National Society of Black Engineers - Charlotte Alumni Extension (NSBE-CAE)
Provider Organizations to Attend Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Provider Organizations to Attend Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles - October 17, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
India’s Devastating Flooding Forces Thousands to Migrate, Putting Children at Risk
Government’s immediate compensation for destroyed homes not nearly enough, World Vision warns. Food prices double in hard-hit communities, already among the poorest in India. - October 17, 2009 - World Vision US
Harvard JLIC Director Chosen as a Jewish Community Hero
Rabbanit Sharon Weiss-Greenberg is the Director of The Seif Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus at Harvard University and the first Orthodox Jewish female chaplain Harvard's history. She was chosen as a semi-finalist in the United Jewish Communities' Jewish Community Hero contest. Over 500,000 votes were cast for the contest with over 400 contestants in the running. - October 17, 2009 - Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus at Harvard University
Guild Hosts Meet & Greet for Comic Creators
In celebration of Boston Comic Con, the leaders of the Comicbook Artists Guild announced this week that they are hosting a Meet & Greet for the popular New England convention’s exhibitors and attendees. The gathering, which is co-sponsored by Boston Comic Con and Bedrock Comics, is... - October 17, 2009 - Comicbook Artists Guild
Baldassari Supports Daggett in Unlikely Endorsement - NJ Assembly 14th District
NJ Assembly Candidate Gene Baldassari endorsed independent Gubernatorial candidate Chris Daggett. This was unlikely endorsement due to some differing views on some important issues. However, Baldassari noted that the main issue is to break the paralysis in Trenton that is causing the legislature to destroy businesses and jobs. - October 16, 2009 - Baldassari for Assembly 2009
North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association Announces Members Managing Exhibit at N.C. State Fair
The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association (NCVMA) (www.ncvma.org) has announced dates and times for the following members who will manage its exhibit during the N.C. State Fair, located in the Exposition Center. The following NCVMA members will be onsite to answer general pet care questions... - October 16, 2009 - NCVMA
Speed Venture Summit™ Companies to Vie for Awards
Speed Venture Summit™ sponsors have sweetened the pot for companies pitching at the October 28 program in Nashua, New Hampshire, offering choice awards to the top performers in addition to prospects of reeling in private capital from New England’s leading investors. The Summit is the... - October 16, 2009 - Speed Venture Summit
"We Are Free to Practice Our Faith in the U.s., Our Message is: Love for All - Hatred for None" – Imam Shamshad
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Communities of LA Inland Empire and LA East will be re-opening the Baitul Hameed Mosque in Chino on Saturday, October 24, 2009. Everyone is invited to attend the function which will begin at 4:00 PM. Dinner will follow. - October 16, 2009 - Ahmadiyya Movement in Islam, Inc
Middle East to Participate at MTA Medical Tourism Conference in LA
The top governments and hospitals from the Middle East are to participate in the Medical Tourism Association’s annual convention in Los Angeles, October 26-28th, 2009, World Medical Tourism and Global Health Congress, www.medicaltourismcongress.com. - October 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
UCLA Medical Professor to Speak About Breast Cancer Reconstruction Options at The Wellness Community
The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura will host a free Breast Cancer Connection seminar titled: “Breast Cancer Reconstruction Options with Jay Granzow, M.D., M.P.H., F.A.C.S.,” Thursday, October 29, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The talk will take place at 530 Hampshire Road in Westlake... - October 16, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
John Raeder, IQNavigator Named to CSIA Board
John Raeder, CEO, IQNavigator is named to the CSIA, Colorado's Technology Association, Board of Directors - October 16, 2009 - CSIA, Colorado's Technology Association
Crazy: a Father's Search Through America's Mental Health Madness
Pete Earley joins guest host Dr. Mark Green on October 19, 2009 to discuss his work as an author and investigative journalist. Pete Early brings a voice to issues that affect many, but so few have ever got a chance to hear. - October 16, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services
Journalists and Media Converge on MTA Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
“I have had the opportunity to live and work in Mexico, Central America and Italy. I became a strong proponent of medical tourism after experiencing first-hand the quality, affordable medical care available outside the United States. Recently, I underwent a series of cosmetic procedures at... - October 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Cross International Partners with Local Churches for World Food Day
The South-Florida-based Christian relief and development ministry, Cross International, is partnering with 100 churches across the country to ship nutrient-rich meals to the poor overseas in honor of World Food Day on October 16. Among these are St. Michael Evangelical Lutheran Church in... - October 16, 2009 - Cross International
Leading Marketing Executives Head to Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles
Leading Marketing and Branding Executives are heading to the Medical Tourism Convention October 26-28th, 2009 in Los Angeles. Branding and Marketing are key components for all countries or hospitals strategic planning in attracting global patients. “I’m really looking forward to the... - October 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
World’s First Medical Tourism Documentary to be Shown in Los Angeles at Medical Tourism Conference
The Medical Tourism Association has spent a year producing a documentary on Medical Tourism called, “Angels Overseas ~ Costa Rica Edition.” The documentary provides insight into the high quality of healthcare that Americans and traveling patients worldwide can receive when they travel... - October 16, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™
Organic Bug Joins with Piggy Paint to Support the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life
OrganicBug.com, an online retailer offering sustainable products that promote healthy lifestyles, announced today that it would take part in the fight against breast cancer by supporting the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, a 24 hour life-changing event that gives local communities a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost and fight back against the disease.. - October 16, 2009 - Organic Bug