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Continuing Strides for a Healthier North Carolina Annual Forum for Public Professionals Hosted at WakeMed’s Andrews Center
March of Dimes North Carolina Preconception Health Campaign (NCPHC) is hosting its annual forum, "Continuing Strides: Preconception Health’s Journey to a Healthier North Carolina," Thursday, May 3 at the Andrews Center in Raleigh, NC. This forum aims to increase provider awareness... - May 03, 2018 - March of Dimes North Carolina Preconception Health Campaign
Final Dream Fulfillment Increases Well-Being Among Terminally-Ill Patients
Dream Foundation and the American Psychiatric Association determine results. - May 03, 2018 - Dream Foundation
Alliance for Proton Therapy Access Underscores Need for Timely Access to Treatment During National Brain Tumor Awareness Month
Proton therapy advocates call for solutions to insurance denial processes that delay patient care. - May 02, 2018 - Alliance for Proton Therapy Access
Envoy America Receives Dementia Society of America’s Distinctive Dementia SMART Award
Dementia Society of America® announces its first Dementia SMART® Award recipient for 2018, Envoy America. Fast-growing, Phoenix-based, Envoy America has a mission to help seniors stay independent, healthy and socially active – all without getting behind the wheel of a car. - May 01, 2018 - Dementia Society of America
Mary’s Center Selected by Citi Foundation’s Community Progress Makers Fund to Accelerate Economic Opportunity in Washington, DC
A $500,000 investment in core operating support will enable Mary’s Center to change the paradigm of educational and economic opportunities for the next generation. - April 30, 2018 - Mary's Center
Montgomery County Programs Expanding Access to Health Care Services
More than 17,000 underserved or uninsured County residents have benefited. - April 29, 2018 - Mary's Center
Graham's Foundation to Introduce 2018 Ambassador Family at First Fundraiser of the Year
Supporters will meet the LaDue family at the prematurity support organization’s ‘Tinis for Preemies evening benefitting premature babies and their families. - April 27, 2018 - Graham's Foundation
Kidney Care Partners Spotlights Important Quality Gains in Dialysis Care
Coalition Urges CMS to Improve Approach to Performance Tracking - April 26, 2018 - Kidney Care Partners
2018 Race for the Cure - Saturday, April 28
Saturday, April 28, 2018, is the 27th annual Central Indiana Race for the Cure. Each year thousands of Hoosiers gather to celebrate survivors, thrivers and the advances being made to end breast cancer. The event is the largest fundrasier of the year for Susan G. Komen Central Indiana. Funds raised are granted to local agencies who provide the women and men of central Indiana important breast health services. - April 25, 2018 - Susan G. Komen Central Indiana
ASAM Announces National Addiction Treatment Week (April 23-29th)
A Week Raising Awareness that Addiction is a Disease, Treatments are Available, and a Qualified Workforce is Needed to Treat Addiction. - April 24, 2018 - American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM)
Arizona Governor Ducey Proclaims April 23-29 Addiction Treatment Week
The Honorable Doug Ducey, Governor of Arizona, signs proclamation declaring April 23rd -29th, 2018 Addiction Treatment Week in Arizona. National Addiction Treatment Week, an initiative by the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), raises awareness that addiction is a disease, evidence-based... - April 24, 2018 - American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM)
Derby Day Fundraiser at St. Julien Hotel, Boulder, CO to Support Medicine Horse Program
Medicine Horse Program (MHP) invites you to get out your hats and bow-ties for a fun-filled afternoon of mint juleps, silent auction, live music, mini-horse photo booth, and more on May 5, 2:00–5:00 p.m., at the St. Julien Hotel Terrace and Great Room. Admission is free. Food and beverages, including Kentucky Derby signature mint juleps, will be available for purchase. All silent auction proceeds will benefit Medicine Horse Program. - April 23, 2018 - Medicine Horse Program
PA Tourette Syndrome Alliance Hosts 12th Annual TS Family Camp
“We’re All in This Together” is the theme of the 12th Annual Tourette Syndrome Family Camp June 8-10, 2018 hosted by the PA Tourette Syndrome Alliance. Scheduled to be held at Black Rock Retreat in Quarryville, PA, this yearly camp has separate tracks for children and their parents/guardians. - April 19, 2018 - PA Tourette Syndrome Alliance, Inc.
Nashville to Celebrate International Day Against Drug Abuse
Drug-Free Tennessee is the local chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, and is planning a series of events for the 2018 International Day Against Drug Abuse. - April 19, 2018 - Drug Free South
Nashville Celebrates World Health Day
Drug-Free Tennessee joined with community partners for the event “Nashville Celebrates World Health Day,” at the Church of Scientology. - April 19, 2018 - Drug Free South
Proton Therapy Advocates Underscore Need for Fair and Timely Access to Treatment for Cancer Patients During Esophageal Cancer Awareness Month
Data show proton therapy associated with fewer post-operative complications and shorter hospital stays for patients living with esophageal cancer. - April 18, 2018 - Alliance for Proton Therapy Access
Adults Step Up and Speak Out to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse
YMCAs promoting child protection during National Child Abuse Prevention Month. - April 18, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Proton Therapy Advocates Stress Importance of Fair and Timely Access to Care for Patients During National Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week
Data show improved survival and fewer side effects for patients with specific head and neck cancers treated with proton therapy. - April 12, 2018 - Alliance for Proton Therapy Access
Susan G. Komen® Central Indiana Fundraising Dollars to Save Hoosier Lives in 2018
Investment in local programs will address key barriers for breast cancer patients - April 12, 2018 - Susan G. Komen Central Indiana
College Students Offer "Finals Week Survival Kits" to Raise Money for Those Who Cannot Afford Eating Disorder Treatment
Starting April 16, students in the University of Central Florida’s chapter of the nonprofit The Project HEAL will be offering “Finals Week Survival Kits” to college students around the United States. The kits are care packages full of self-care related items generously donated by... - April 12, 2018 - Project HEAL Central Florida
Food Trucks Beat Cancer
Bring your appetite and help beat cancer. The Great American Relay For Life Flagler, kicks off on Friday, April 20, 2018, from 6p-11pm at Town Center Palm Coast. This year, Relay is all new with a food court, including over 12 popular food trucks and mobile kitchens. Arrested Appetite, Cool Beans... - April 07, 2018 - Relay For Life Flagler
Drug-Free Tennessee Prepares for Summer of Events
Drug-Free Tennessee is the local chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, and is planning a series of events during the summer. - April 06, 2018 - Drug Free South
Governor Walker Proclaims Addiction Treatment Week in Wisconsin
Governor Walker shows his support for those with addiction by proclaiming April 23-29th, 2018 Addiction Treatment Week in Wisconsin. National Addiction Treatment Week is an initiative which promotes that addiction is a disease, evidence-based treatments are available, and recovery is possible. The week also highlights the need for clinicians to enter the field of addiction medicine. - April 05, 2018 - American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM)
Drug-Free Tennessee Joins Community Partners for "Nashville Celebrates World Health Day 2018"
Drug-Free Tennessee joins with community partners for the event “Nashville Celebrates World Health Day,” to be held April 7 at the Church of Scientology. - April 05, 2018 - Drug Free South
Community Health & Wellness Fair, Saturday May 5th, 2018 Sponsored by Holistic Chamber of Commerce, Manhattan Beach
All are invited to meet, greet & discover locally available alternative and complementary solutions for living a healthy lifestyle. Find healthy solutions for individuals and families. Businesses are invited to find services to provide their employees onsite at work. Know how to live a healthy lifestyle and meet the people who are available locally to serve you. - April 05, 2018 - Manhattan Beach Chapter Holistic Chamber of Commerce
Autism Speaks to Raise Funds for Autism Community with July 4th 5K Race in Potomac
The National Capital Area chapter of Autism Speaks will hold the 18th Annual Autism Speaks 5K on Wednesday, July 4, 2018 in Potomac, MD. For more information, visit: www.AutismSpeaks5K.org. - April 04, 2018 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Drug-Free Tennessee to Host Workshop on Education Materials
Drug-Free Tennessee is preparing for International Day Against Drug Abuse with several educational events culminating in a training workshop about keeping young people away from drugs. - April 04, 2018 - Drug Free South
The Gateway Family YMCA Says Prediabetes is a Hidden Risk
Diabetes Prevention Program - April 03, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
RSI Bank Partners in Support of The Gateway Family YMCA
RSI Bank provides funding for YMCA programs to support the Rahway community. - March 31, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
St. Louis Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - May 4, 2018
Future Horizons will be hosting the St. Louis Autism Conference May 4, 2018, with guest speakers Dr. Temple Grandin, Eustacia Cutler, and Dr. Jed Baker. - March 30, 2018 - Future Horizons, Inc.
The Gateway Family YMCA Wants to Awaken Summer Imagination at Annual Healthy Kids Day®
Event encourages kids to stay active and keep learning all summer long. - March 30, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
WISE Adult Day Services Program Open House
The Gateway Family YMCA Provides WISE Adult Day Services Program in Union. - March 27, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Discover Where Adventure Begins at The Gateway Family YMCA Summer Day Camp Open House
YMCA Summer Day Camp keeps youth moving, learning and exploring. - March 27, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Mary’s Center Receives Federal Recognition for Best Clinical Performance
HRSA presented the organization with the 2017 Health Center Quality Leader Award. - March 25, 2018 - Mary's Center
CQRC: Home Respiratory Care Leaders Commend Inclusion of DME Provisions in Spending Bill
CQRC advocating for reforms to create true market-based competitive bidding program. - March 23, 2018 - CQRC
CQRC Releases New Report: Finds CMS' Competitive-Bidding Program for Home Respiratory Therapy Limits Patient Access and Drives Up Medicare Spending
The Council for Quality Respiratory Care (CQRC) today released a new report that highlights the urgent need for policymakers to reform Medicare’s outdated payment methodology. The report outlines how the current payment system, called the competitive bidding program (CBP), restricts... - March 23, 2018 - CQRC
Lupus Advocacy Requests Granted in 2018 Budget Bill
The Omnibus Appropriations bill for Fiscal Year 2018 approved by the House of Representatives 256 to 167 today includes key provisions the Lupus Research Alliance and lupus advocates have worked for all year. Lupus advocates, participating just two days before the vote in our annual Capitol Hill... - March 23, 2018 - Lupus Research Alliance
An Evening with Temple Grandin: Connecting Animal Behavior & Autism - May 8, 2018
Future Horizons will be hosting An Evening with Temple Grandin May 8, 2018. - March 21, 2018 - Future Horizons, Inc.
An Evening with Temple Grandin: Connecting Animal Behavior & Autism - May 22, 2018
Future Horizons will be hosting An Evening with Temple Grandin May 22, 2018. - March 21, 2018 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Luau to Life Breast Cancer Support Fundraiser
On March 26th, 2018 from 4:00pm until 9:00pm Savage Support will be holding a Luau To Life Tiki Party at Wauwatiki (6502 W. North Ave) in Wauwatosa. Join the group to directly support local persons during the difficult process of breast cancer in a practical and daily way. All proceeds to benefit Savage Support’s non-profit aimed at providing services to those in need during their time struggling with breast cancer. - March 17, 2018 - Savage Support Corp.
Aaron Cheng Selected as CAF-ApoPharma Distinguished Scholar Award Recipient
The Cooley’s Anemia Foundation is proud to announce Aaron Cheng as the 2017 CAF-ApoPharma Distinguished Scholar Award recipient. This scholarship is in the amount of $20,000 and is presented to individuals in the United States with a clinically significant form of thalassemia who are pursuing... - March 15, 2018 - Cooley's Anemia Foundation
Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin Honors Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation Advocates at 2018 Crystal Vision Awards
Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin (LEBW) hosted its annual Crystal Vision Awards ceremony on Friday, March 9, 2018 at the Best Western Premier in downtown Madison, Wisconsin. LEBW was honored to have Governor Jim Doyle as Keynote speaker and Master of Ceremonies, Ms. Amy Carlson, NBC15 News. Since 2007,... - March 13, 2018 - Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin
Drug-Free Tennessee Circulating Truth
Drug-Free Tennessee, the local chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, has been helping people across the state to learn the harmful effects of drugs before they are lured into taking them. - March 10, 2018 - Drug Free South
2018 Hope APFED/AAAAI Pilot Grant Award Recipient Announced
Funded study to look at effects of proton pump inhibitor treatment on genes associated with eosinophilic esophagitis. - March 09, 2018 - APFED
2018 AAAAI/APFED Best Abstract on EGIDs Awards Recipients Announced
Researchers recognized for best-scoring abstracts focusing on eosinophilic gastrointestinal disease. - March 09, 2018 - APFED
Mary’s Center Celebrates 30 Years of Service in the DC Metro Area
From a small basement to eight locations, the Center has touched thousands of lives. - March 09, 2018 - Mary's Center
Home Respiratory Leaders Encourage Swift Adoption of E-Prescribing Technology Platforms
Seamless Integrated Technology Platforms Can Reduce Erroneous Claims and Lead to Faster Service - March 06, 2018 - CQRC
Kidney Community Encourages Lawmakers to Recognize National Kidney Month by Advancing Bipartisan Legislation to Improve and Expand Access to Kidney Care
Kidney Care Partners Lauds Passage of Bipartisan Budget Deal expanding Medicare benefits for Dialysis patients; Calls for Passage of "Chronic Kidney Disease Improvement in Research and Treatment Act" - March 05, 2018 - Kidney Care Partners
Dream Foundation – Amedisys Foundation Partnership to Fulfill 100th Dream
Louisiana hospice patient to enjoy final family barbecue. - February 23, 2018 - Dream Foundation
Discover Where Adventure Begins at The Gateway Family YMCA Summer Day Camp Open House
YMCA Summer Day Camp keeps youth moving, learning and exploring. - February 22, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA