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Dementia Society Taps Aging Specialist for Advisory Council
Noted aging expert and author Michael Baird Fossel, MD, PhD, has been appointed to the advisory board of the Dementia Society of America. He will serve as a medical consultant on dementia-related illnesses. “The Dementia Society of America is honored to have Dr. Fossel serve as an... - April 26, 2016 - Dementia Society of America
American Diabetes Association Offers Corporate Wellness Panel and Round Table at New Jersey Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health at Rutgers
The American Diabetes Association’s New Jersey market office will host a forum on corporate wellness trends and initiatives at the New Jersey Institute for Food, Nutrition and Health at Rutgers in New Brunswick. - April 24, 2016 - American Diabetes Association, Bridgewater, NJ
Fahad Al Tamimi to Host a Special Dinner in Support of Research Into Radiation Therapy
Fahad Al Tamimi will welcome high profile guests in London next week to support further research into the area of radiation therapy. - April 22, 2016 - Fahad Al Tamimi Philanthropy
Hepatitis B Foundation Marks 25th Anniversary at 2016 Crystal Ball Gala
Annual event raises nearly $125,000 for research and outreach to eliminate hepatitis B that affects more than 12 million Americans and 2 billion people worldwide. - April 21, 2016 - Hepatitis B Foundation
American Venous Forum Elects Lowell Kabnick MD 2016-2017 President
Notification of new President's election. - April 20, 2016 - American Venous Forum
Boston Ethical Community Announces Launch of Grants Program
The Boston Ethical Community, a Cambridge-based nonprofit, announced today the launch of a grantmaking initiative, the first in the organization’s history. The organization will begin accepting proposals on April 18, 2016, and expects to announce the award of the first grant this fall. The... - April 16, 2016 - Boston Ethical Community
Nashville Church of Scientology Hosts Fitness Fair for the Community, Promotes Overall Well-Being
The Nashville Church of Scientology welcomed the community to a Fitness Fair in honor of World Health Day. - April 16, 2016 - Drug Free South
Thousands Will Walk to Create a World Free of MS at Walk MS: Greater Los Angeles on April 17
Nearly 8,000 people are expected to raise more than $1,025,000 to support cutting-edge research and life-changing programs and services for people living with MS at Walk MS: Greater Los Angeles taking place on Sunday, April 17 at the Pasadena Rose Bowl. Walk MS is an opportunity for people living... - April 09, 2016 - National MS Society Southern California & Nevada Chapter
Drug-Free South Welcomes Community to Fitness Fair in Honor of World Health Day
Drug-Free South welcomes community to Fitness Fair this week. - April 09, 2016 - Drug Free South
Healthcare, Parent, and Faith Organizations Join Together for the First Time to Discuss Health Benefits of Clean, Renewable Energy
Meet, Eat, & Discover: Health Benefits of Clean, Renewable Energy, a luncheon and conversation on April 7, will bring together for the first time North Carolina’s healthcare, parent and faith organizations to explore how children’s health is directly impacted by our reliance on... - April 06, 2016 - Mothers & Others for Clean Air, a program of the American Lung Association of the Southeast
Cancer Transitions Workshop Series Helps Cancer Survivors Thrive
Cancer Support Community Central New Jersey Expands Free Survivorship Program to Three Locations - April 02, 2016 - Cancer Support Community Central New Jersey
American Diabetes Association to Offer Free Health Screenings and Resources for New Yorkers Living with Diabetes at Jacob Javits Center
Presenting Sponsor Healthfirst Will Showcase Expert Demonstrations at the 2016 ADA EXPO on Saturday, April 30th - April 01, 2016 - American Diabetes Association, Bridgewater, NJ
Wine on Wheels 2016 to Benefit Wheeling Forward
What: Join Wheeling Forward on April 16th for the Wine on Wheels Grand Tasting and Silent Auction featuring over 200 wines served by over 60 of New York City's most esteemed sommeliers to benefit Wheeling Forward. Tasty bites will be provided by local restaurants. Also there will be 4 fast track... - March 31, 2016 - Wheeling Forward
Young Professionals Volunteer on Behalf of Multiple Sclerosis
National Volunteer Week is quickly approaching, and one rapidly growing and very active Bay Area group is bringing young people together in the name of community service. The National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society’s Young Leaders Network, or MSYLN, is a San Francisco-based group of young... - March 31, 2016 - National MS Society, Northern California Chapter
Rahway Branch Announces Director of Healthy Living
The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch announces promotion of Peter Arce. - March 31, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Aims to Bring Out the Wow! Factor in Local Kids During 25th Annual Healthy Kids Day®
Event helps kids stay active and keep learning all summer long. - March 31, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Participates in Five Days of Action for Child Sexual Abuse Prevention
April is Child Sexual Abuse Awareness Month. - March 30, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
mumms Software Welcomes Two Software Engineers from New Orleans Coding School Operation Spark
mumms Software, a rapidly growing hospice software development company welcomes two new software engineers from New Orleans coding school, Operation Spark. mumms Software is proud to welcome the engineers and to be a part of the growing New Orleans technology community. “Modern technology... - March 24, 2016 - mumms Software
American Diabetes Association Alert Day — a Prediabetes Wake Up Call
The Gateway Family YMCA encourages its residents to understand their risks of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. - March 22, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Novo Nordisk and Horizon Foundation for New Jersey Sign on as Presenting Sponsors of American Diabetes Association’s Skylands Tour de Cure
The American Diabetes Association has announced that Novo Nordisk and The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey have signed on as presenting sponsors of the 2016 Skylands Tour de Cure, which takes place on June 5 at the Basking Ridge campus of Verizon. Both Novo Nordisk and The Horizon Foundation have... - March 21, 2016 - American Diabetes Association, Bridgewater, NJ
Kisa Heyer Promoted to Dream Foundation Chief Executive Officer
Seasoned Businesswoman Plans to Build on Accomplishments. - March 19, 2016 - Dream Foundation
Celebrating CACFP Week with Mini-Grants for Family Child Care and Sponsoring Organizations
T&L Foundation for Child Care Information announces mini-grants for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) family child care providers and sponsoring organizations during CACFP Week. The grants are to strengthen health and wellness in child care environments. - March 15, 2016 - T&L Foundation for Child Care Information
Drug-Free South Working to Thwart Drug Usage
Drug-Free South hit the streets in Nashville this past weekend, distributing copies of the Truth About Drugs in the busy downtown district. - March 12, 2016 - Drug Free South
NOIT Research Announces "Gift of Change" Campaign to Aid Families with Autistic Members
For Every NOIT Unit Sold Between February 10, 2016 and March 31, 2016, the Company will donate a unit to a needy family. - March 11, 2016 - NOIT Research
Explore Summer Camp at The Gateway Family YMCA Open House
Summer Camp keeps youth moving, learning and exploring - March 08, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
National Sales Manager Announced for Stat-Technologies
Stat-Technologies, the premier distributor of point of care testing products, announced today that they have promoted Angela Hansen to National Sales Manager. Angela has been with Stat since 2008 as a territory representative and marketing manager for Oxygen, the paperless data collection... - March 05, 2016 - Stat-Technologies
Drug-Free South Excited for Upcoming Community Fitness Fair
The Drug-Free South is working on a Community Fitness Fair for World Health Day in early April, 2016. - March 05, 2016 - Drug Free South
Local YMCA Artist’s Work on Display in Rahway
The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch Artist Loft Tenant, Linda Rosen Artwork Wins Contest - March 03, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Dream Foundation Appoints Health Care Industry Leader to National Board of Directors Jeff Shaner, PSA Healthcare COO, Newest Addition
Dream Foundation today announced it appointed Jeff Shaner, a leader in the health care industry, to its National Board of Directors. “We are excited that Jeff Shaner’s in-depth knowledge of the health care industry and passion for Dream Foundation will help us expand Dream... - March 03, 2016 - Dream Foundation
Zoe for President: New Candidate Announces Her Run for Commander in Chief in 2064
The Y organizes Zoe for President, symbolizing the potential of all children. - March 01, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Elizabeth Branch Announces Associate Executive Director
The Gateway Family YMCA – Elizabeth Branch Welcomes Tia Sargent - March 01, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Polycystic Kidney Disease Fundraiser Aims to Top Record
The Hamilton Chapter of the PKD Foundation of Canada’s first annual dinner-dance benefiting Canadian research on polycystic kidney disease (PKD) raised more than $6,000 – the highest amount by any chapter’s debut fundraiser for the charity. This spring, the Hamilton Chapter will be stepping up again to try and top $7,000 at its HOPe FOR A CURE in March – National Kidney Month. - February 24, 2016 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
Top Audiology Practices Recognized During AHAA’s Annual National Convention
Seven audiologists and business owners representing five independent hearing healthcare practices, were recognized for outstanding achievements and success by American Hearing Aid Associates (AHAA). - February 18, 2016 - AHAA
Alzheimer's Association of Michigan Eligible for Michigan Tax Refund Contributions
Taxpayers have option to donate through Michigan Income Tax form. - February 15, 2016 - Alzheimer's Association, Michigan Great Lakes
Anna Laakman Named Director of Education & Training for The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders
The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders today announced Anna Laakman as director of education & training. She will begin her position on February 15, 2016. In her new role, Laakman will develop innovative training opportunities for those who interact with and serve individuals... - February 12, 2016 - The Center for Autism
Baruch S. Blumberg Institute and The Commonwealth Medical College to Hold Open House for Master of Biomedical Science Degree Program
Students can learn more about the life sciences graduate program offered in Doylestown. - February 11, 2016 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Caminar for Mental Health Receives Grant from the Peninsula Health Care District
$1.9 million in grant money given by PHCD; funding Caminar's Bridges to Wellness. - February 05, 2016 - Caminar for Mental Health
Super Bowl Fundraising Campaign to Support Children Battling Cancer in Denver and Charlotte
Be Brave Foundation is launching a Super Bowl Fundraising campaign in hopes of supporting children and families battling pediatric cancer in Charlotte & Denver. The campaign pits the fan bases of the Denver Broncos and Carolina Panthers against one another for an amazing cause. - January 30, 2016 - Be Brave Foundation
Beaten But Not Stirred Book Release
Beaten But Not Stirred (BBNS) is pleased to announce the release of its self-titled self-help/women’s issues book called “Beaten But Not Stirred: My Life, My Story, My Testimony” by author, activist, and owner of BBNS, Stephinie Johnson. BBNS is a voice for women of domestic violence. It is geared toward victims while teaching and encouraging them through godly messages and a 7-step plan. The planned pre-release date is set for 02/16/2016 with an official release date of 05/22/2016. - January 29, 2016 - Poetic Representations Co., LLC
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Received $1M Research Grant from Enduring Hearts
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta has received a generous grant of $1,000,000 from the Enduring Hearts Foundation to fund cardiac research to enhance the lives of children needing heart transplantation. Some of the research funded will be that of Michael Davis, Ph.D., Director of the... - January 22, 2016 - Enduring Hearts
International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis Releases New Clinical Core Curriculum to Aid Specialization of the Field
Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis publishes article on first internationally developed and reviewed Core Curriculum to guide clinical knowledge and training in the industry - January 21, 2016 - International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH)
Rewarding Others for Community Service on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Contributing to the greater good strengthens the community - January 20, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Donate to Those in Need at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA is collecting non-perishable food items and toiletries. - January 19, 2016 - The Gateway Family YMCA
PRIMO and Cancer Action Now, Inc. Honors Women in Oncology
The Practical Recommendations in Immuno and Molecular Oncology (PRIMO) meeting sponsored by Cancer Action Now, Inc. announces that Suzanne Topalian, MD from Johns Hopkins University and Ranjana Tavorath, MD from Novartis have been honored with the meetings first ever Women in Oncology award. - January 18, 2016 - Cancer Expert Now, Inc.
Bucks County’s First Life Sciences Graduate Degree Now Offered at The Baruch S. Blumberg Institute
Partnership with The Commonwealth Medical College establishes innovative way to deliver its Master of Biomedical Science degree at the Blumberg Institute. - January 17, 2016 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Maine’s Oldest Ski Area Races to Fight Childhood Cancer
The Maine Children's Cancer Program is holding its second annual ski and snowboard "moonlight challenge" race at Shawnee Peak. On Friday, January 22nd, race to win exciting prizes and to help raise funds to treat hundreds of local Maine children. - January 13, 2016 - MCCP
Hepatitis B Foundation Leaders Help Shape National Plan to Eliminate Hepatitis B and C
Drs. Robert Gish and Chari Cohen provide expert testimony to the National Academy of Medicine in support of a national strategy to eliminate chronic viral hepatitis in the United States by 2030. - January 10, 2016 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Drug-Free South Plans for Progress in 2016
The Truth About Drugs materials provide teachers, law enforcement and community groups with effective drug education tools. - January 07, 2016 - Drug Free South
American Venous Forum Announces BSN-Jobst Research Grant 2016 Winner
The American Venous Forum (AVF) selected one resident physician member per year to receive the prestigious BSN-JOBST Research Grant. The BSN-JOBST Research Grant provides a $100,000 research grant ($50,000 per year for two years) chosen through a competitive peer review selection process. - January 07, 2016 - American Venous Forum
Anger Management Expert Dr. Christian Conte Has Five Things You Can do to Avoid Family Feuds During the Holidays
In his latest article, “5 Things You Can Do to Avoid Family Feuds During the Holidays,” renowned psychologist and anger management specialist Dr. Christian Conte provides readers with five ways to avoid family arguments and battles during holiday get-togethers. - December 23, 2015 - Dr. Christian Conte