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Adults Coming Together to Protect Children
Promoting child protection during COVID-19. - October 13, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Receives Grant from PSEG Foundation to Help Protect and Support Community
YMCA Awarded $2,500 from the PSEG Foundation - October 07, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Celebrates National Senior Health & Fitness Day® on October 28th
The Gateway Family YMCA Participates in National Wellness Event to Promote Healthy Lifestyles for Older Adults - October 07, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Hemanext to Present New Red Blood Cell Research Data at AABB 2020
Four abstracts add to the growing body of evidence supporting hypoxic storage of RBCs. - September 29, 2020 - Hemanext
Christina Roth of The College Diabetes Network Named to Extraordinary Women Advancing Healthcare Awards
Awards Program Recognizes Women Leaders in Massachusetts Demonstrating Impact, Inspiration and Innovation across Healthcare Industry - September 24, 2020 - The College Diabetes Network
Virtual Family Fitness Day with The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Invites the Community to Participate in Virtual Family Fitness Event. - September 22, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Awarded Grant Funds from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Grant Funding Supports Residential Housing Programs at The Gateway Family YMCA - September 21, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Celebrates Women’s Health & Fitness Day with Virtual Event
YMCA Part of National Event to Promote Healthy Lifestyles for Women. - September 19, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
SCPC Stresses Importance of Utilizing Existing LTC Pharmacies to Ensure Quick and Efficient Vaccine Delivery to LTC Patients and Health Care Workers
Organization Praises Elements of Operation Warp Speed COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Strategy, Notes Adequate Resources, Use of Existing LTC Pharmacy Infrastructure Keys to Success - September 18, 2020 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
The Gateway Family YMCA Expands Virtual Programs for Children
Virtual Programs include Summer Camp, Martial Arts and Group Wellness - September 14, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA, Shaping Elizabeth and Shaping Eastern Union County Present Virtual Playstreets
Shaping Eastern Union County and Shaping Elizabeth are community collaborations working to improve community health and well-being - September 12, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Joins Welcoming America in Celebrating New Americans During Welcoming Week
Virtual Celebration to take place September 12-20. - September 11, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
It’s “Sunny With a Chance Of Yoga!” at The Gateway Family YMCA
YMCA Offers Outdoor Group Fitness Programs at Multiple Locations - September 11, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Beyond Wellness, Social Benefits of Virtual Programs at The Gateway Family YMCA
YMCA Provides Virtual Wellness Opportunities to Engage Those at Home - September 11, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Social Isolation Increases the Need for Chronic Disease Self-Management Support Provided by The Gateway Family YMCA
Diabetes Education Empowerment Program Offered in Virtual Format to Reach Community During COVID-19 - September 11, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
SCPC Calls for Expanded Provider Relief Following HHS Announcement
Private-Pay Assisted Living Facilities May Now Apply for CARES Funding, But Essential “Behind the Scenes” Long-Term Care Pharmacies Are Still Left in Limbo - September 09, 2020 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Science of Spirituality Sponsors Major Giving Campaign During the Pandemic
Science of Spirituality Centers all over the world have been active in reaching out to those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Leading the way is the Science of Spirituality International Meditation Center in Lisle, Illinois, the organization’s global headquarters. Supporting and working in... - September 09, 2020 - Science of Spirituality
FireFlex Yoga’s Train the Trainer Workshop: October 9 at Santa Clara City Fire Training Center
Firefighters Are Invited to Three-Day Training to Deliver Wellness, Mitigate Injury, Increase Resilience - September 05, 2020 - FireFlex Yoga
Mary’s Center Earns “LGBTQ Health Care Equality Leader” Designation from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Healthcare Equality Index
Today, Mary’s Center announced their “LGBTQ Health Care Equality Leader” designation from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC). The designation was awarded in the 13th edition of HRC’s Healthcare Equality Index (HEI), released today. A record 765 health care facilities... - September 04, 2020 - Mary's Center
SCORE Charleston SC Announces the Recipients of the Summer 2020 INVEST in VETS™ Grant Program
The INVEST in VETS grant program is sponsored by SCORE Charleston SC with support from the SunTrust Foundation. The program’s objective is to provide local veteran entrepreneurs and small business owners mentoring assistance, business education and grant funding. We are announcing three winners of this program. - August 24, 2020 - SCORE Charleston SC
Drug-Free Tennessee Shares Virtual Learning
Drug-Free Tennessee has a vast amount of online resources for the community to help educate people on the Truth About Drugs. - August 12, 2020 - Drug Free South
Dream Foundation Announces Director of Development
Susie Willett joins national dream-granting organization. - August 04, 2020 - Dream Foundation
New York Breast Health Welcomes New Board-Certified Surgeon
New York Breast Health is pleased to announce that Susan Palleschi, MD, FACS has joined the multi-specialty practice. Dr. Palleschi is a board-certified surgeon who specializes in diseases and surgery of the breast. She will be practicing at 1010 Northern Blvd, Suite 102, Great Neck, NY,... - August 03, 2020 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
NYCBS Becomes the First Community Cancer Center to Administer Lu-177 in New York State
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) announced today that it is the first community practice in New York State to administer Lu-177 therapy (Lutathera): the first radioactive drug approved for targeted treatment for patients with neuroendocrine tumors... - July 24, 2020 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Guide Dogs of America Merges with Tender Loving Canines
Guide Dogs of America, a non-profit organization that empowers the blind and visually impaired to live with greater confidence, mobility and independence, recently announced their merger with Tender Loving Canines in an effort to provide even more services to Veterans, Individuals with Autism and... - July 23, 2020 - Guide Dogs of America
SCPC Applauds Introduction of Legislation Establishing Federal Definition of Long-Term Care Pharmacy
The Long-Term Care Pharmacy Definition Act of 2020 Introduced to Establish a Clear Statutory Definition and Alleviate Current Regulatory Chaos and Jurisdictional Confusion - July 22, 2020 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Crispin Teufel, CEO of Lincare, Named Chairman of the Council for Quality Respiratory Care
The Council for Quality Respiratory Care (CQRC) – a coalition of the nation's leading home oxygen therapy provider and manufacturing companies – recently named Crispin Teufel, chief executive officer of Lincare as Chairman of the Board. Teufel succeeds Dan Starck, chief executive... - July 16, 2020 - CQRC
Mary’s Center Reopens Two Health Centers Temporarily Closed Due to COVID-19 to Address the Great Need for Children’s Immunizations and Dental Care
Mary’s Center announced today the reopening of the two health centers in the Adams Morgan and Fort Totten neighborhoods of Washington, DC that were temporarily closed since March due to the impact of COVID-19. The Center also expanded its in-person visits for child vaccinations and dental... - July 15, 2020 - Mary's Center
Long-Term Care Pharmacy Leaders Request Urgent COVID-19 Relief from Congressional Leaders
Letter to Congress Requests Immediate Action to Provide Relief for LTC Pharmacies Serving Most Vulnerable Patients in Nursing Homes, Other LTC Facilities - July 13, 2020 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Mary’s Center to Establish D.C. Child Care Reopening Fund with Support from Five Foundations; The $1M Fund Will Assist 115 Local Child Care Programs
Mary’s Center announced today a partnership with five foundations to establish and administer the D.C. Child Care Reopening Fund to respond to child care providers’ urgent need of support as the District of Columbia and surrounding states begin to reopen. The partner foundations include... - July 11, 2020 - Mary's Center
APFED Will Host Virtual Patient Education Conference on Eosinophil-Associated Diseases, July 9-11, 2020
EOS Connection 2020 offers the latest in science and research on eosinophil-associated diseases, practical management strategies, and an opportunity to connect with others. - July 08, 2020 - APFED
PAD Task Force Welcomes Society of Interventional Radiology
PAD Task Force urges lawmakers to join Congressional PAD Caucus to advance policies to improve access to screening for at-risk populations and reduce preventable amputations. - July 07, 2020 - CardioVascular Coalition
New Data Shows Economic Conditions Continue to Worsen for Long-Term Care Pharmacies
SCPC Letter to HHS asks for Provider Relief to Support Continued Essential Care for Vulnerable People in Nursing Homes - June 29, 2020 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
The College Diabetes Network Announces Critical New Resource Related to Health Insurance for Young Adults
The College Diabetes Network (CDN) has just released its newest resource for young adults - Insurance 101. This resource and corresponding website provide critical information for young adults living with type one diabetes (T1D) as they navigate the often confusing process of choosing a health... - June 27, 2020 - The College Diabetes Network
Kidney Care Partners Pleased CMS Implements Expansion of Medicare Advantage Program, Concerned Other Changes Could Undermine Care Access for Patients with Kidney Failure
Implementing Congressional Intent to Expand Access Important to Patients, but Final Rule Could Create Barriers for Home and In-Center Dialysis Patients - June 22, 2020 - Kidney Care Partners
Virtual Summer Camp at The Gateway Family YMCA
Register Now for Virtual Summer Camp - June 20, 2020 - The Gateway Family YMCA
SCPC Urges CDC to Exempt Long-Term Care Patients from Opioid Guidelines
Given the unique medical needs of patients in long-term care facilities and the virtual impossibility of “doctor-shopping,” the CDC’s Opioid Guidelines must not apply to this unique population. - June 18, 2020 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Nancy Perry Graham, Stand Together Senior Editorial Director, Joins Dream Foundation
Multi-journalism award-winning Graham to join the Board of the national dream-granting organization. - June 18, 2020 - Dream Foundation
Mary’s Center & Briya Public Charter School Partnership Named One of The Washington Post’s 2020 Top Workplaces in Greater Washington
The Washington Post announced that the Mary’s Center & Briya Public Charter School partnership has made the list of 2020 Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington, DC area. This is the third time in 4 years that the partnership has received this recognition, which spotlights private, public, nonprofit, and government agencies that received the highest employee ratings from a survey contracted by the newspaper. - June 18, 2020 - Mary's Center
Mary’s Center Announces Former Civil Rights Litigator Todd A. Cox as New Board Chair and Appoints 2 New Board Members
Former civil rights litigator and policy advocate Todd A. Cox is the new Board Chair of Mary’s Center’s Board of Directors, taking the helm from renowned economist Dr. Stuart M. Butler, who served from 2018-2020. - June 17, 2020 - Mary's Center
SCPC Urges Secretary Azar to Address Conflicting Insulin Pen Policy
In a letter to the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, SCPC warns that conflicting regulatory policy puts patient access at risk and threatens LTC’s good faith efforts to provide insulin pens. - June 16, 2020 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Thalassaemia International Federation and Hemanext® Inc. Announce New Strategic Alliance
Organizations create partnership to support the needs of people living with hemoglobin disorders. - June 11, 2020 - Hemanext
Live Well Foundation Donates $30,000 to Community Foundation of South Lake to Feed Those in Need
Collaborating with Community Foundation of South Lake (CFSLC), Live Well Foundation of South Lake continues to support the community. - June 05, 2020 - Live Well Foundation of South Lake, Inc.
JFS Wants to Ensure the South Palm Beach County Community is Prepared for Hurricane Season
Seniors Living Alone Are Encouraged to Register with JFS Storm Response Team; Volunteers Sought to Assist - June 05, 2020 - Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Opens New Comprehensive Cancer Center in East Patchogue
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) opened its newest comprehensive cancer center at 365 E Main St. Patchogue, NY 11772 on Monday, June 1. Located in East Patchogue, the comprehensive cancer center will be the first in the community to provide the most advanced care on the south... - June 04, 2020 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
AB BIOINNOVATIONS, Inc. Announces a Ground-Breaking Alternative to Antibiotics
The AB BIOINNOVATIONS, Inc. Antibacterial and Anti-inflammatory strips 1. Immediately resolve the very infection (including antibiotic-resistant bacteria), which its color indicator has detected; 2. AB BIO compound also immediately addresses inflammation at the site, thus suppressing pain, swelling, and discomfort. - June 03, 2020 - AB BIOINNOVATIONS, Inc.
Student Leaders to Virtually Attend ADA Scientific Sessions with the College Diabetes Network
The College Diabetes Network has chosen ten students for their NextGen Leadership Program to attend the virtual American Diabetes Association (ADA) Scientific Sessions Conference to represent the College Diabetes Network this summer. - June 03, 2020 - The College Diabetes Network
Dr. Goldberg Joins Manhattan Cancer Associates
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) is pleased to announce Arthur I. Goldberg, M.D., FACP has joined the team of city physicians. Dr. Goldberg is a board-certified medical oncologist who will be practicing at Manhattan Cancer Associates located at 945 5th Ave, New York, NY 10021. Dr. - June 02, 2020 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Niculae Ciobanu, MD, FACP Joins Manhattan Cancer Associates
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) is pleased to announce Niculae Ciobanu, MD, FACP, has joined its team of city physicians. Dr. Ciobanu is board certified in internal medicine, hematology, and oncology. He will be practicing at the Manhattan Cancer Associates at 945 5th Ave, New York,... - June 02, 2020 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Mary’s Center Receives Emergency Funding from Direct Relief to Bolster the Healthcare Safety Net in the Washington, DC Region
Mary’s Center announced an infusion of $50,000 in emergency grant funding from the medical aid organization Direct Relief, in partnership with the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) to continue frontline response efforts serving the most under-resourced individuals and families in the region. - May 29, 2020 - Mary's Center