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New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Welcomes Malvi Thakker, MD
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation’s leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of hematologist-oncologist Malvi Thakker, MD. She will practice at 1055 Stewart Ave, Bethpage 11714. “We are excited to welcome Dr. Malvi Thakker to our... - July 03, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Welcomes Dr. Adam Hines
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation’s leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of oncologist-hematologist Adam Hines, MD. He will practice at 2236 Nostrand Avenue, NY 11210, and 260 Sunrise Hwy, 3rd Floor, Valley Stream, NY 11581. “We... - July 03, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Victoria Shklar, MD Joins New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation’s leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of oncologist-hematologist Victoria Shklar, MD. She will practice at 1 Delaware Drive, Lake Success, NY 11042, and 1055 Stewart Ave, Bethpage, NY 11714. "We... - July 03, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Welcomes Hematologist-Oncologist Dr. Vernon Wu
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation’s leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of hematologist-oncologist Vernon Wu, MD. He will practice at 2236 Nostrand Avenue, NY 11210. “Dr. Wu’s extensive experience and research expertise,... - July 03, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Future Horizons Releases "Love, Always"
Jillian Ma is a Learning Support Teacher whose professional career has been devoted to thoughtful inclusion of children with special needs in education. Love, Always and her first book, In My World, give children with autism a voice through meaningful storytelling. It is an absolute honor for Jillian to watch her students grow. Emma Do is a Vietnamese Canadian artist & designer who loves warm colors and soft lines. She loves expressing fantastical concepts and warm nostalgia through digital art. - June 30, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Nation’s Kidney Community Expresses Deep Disappointment on CMS Proposed Rules on Prospective Payment System and ESRD Quality Incentive Program
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) today issued the following statement expressing disappointment with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed rule on End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Prospective Payment System (PPS), Payment for Renal Dialysis Services Furnished to Individuals with Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), End-Stage Renal Disease Quality Incentive Program (QIP), and End-Stage Renal Disease Treatment Choices Model (ETC). - June 28, 2023 - Kidney Care Partners
Families to Assemble in Denver and Online for National Patient Education Conference for Eosinophil-Associated Diseases, June 30-July 1, 2023
EOS Connection 2023 is an opportunity for patients, caregivers, community advocates, healthcare providers, and researchers to connect, network, and share insights - June 25, 2023 - APFED
Innovative Educational Opportunity Takes U.S. Students, Grads and Pros to East Africa for Comprehensive Study Tour and "Focus on Africa" Seminar
“Where Do We Go From Here?: Africans and Americans in Tryin’ Times.” The Co-operative University of Kenya (CUK) and The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Educational Fund, Inc. (ACREF) have today announced plans for a comprehensive two-week cross cultural, intergenerational summer study tour hosted on the CUK campus in the upscale Nairobi suburb of Karen. The program runs from August 10 to August 25, 2023. Registration is limited. - June 17, 2023 - The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Education Fund, Inc.
Drug-Free Tennessee Will Hold Educational Workshop for Teachers June 2023
Drug-Free Tennessee has a mission to educate people on the dangers of drug abuse. - June 10, 2023 - Drug Free South
EJD Calls for a European Shock-Plan Addressing Recruitment and Retention of Healthcare Professionals in Rural, Remote and Underserved Areas
The current health workforce crisis in Europe is producing severe problems that demand immediate attention. This shortage jeopardizes the quality and accessibility of healthcare services across the region. Junior doctors and postgraduate medical training systems are particularly vulnerable to poor... - June 09, 2023 - European Junior Doctors Association - EJD
Hemanext Announces a Strategic Partnership and Investment from Vitalant
Partnership to include research and development at Vitalant Innovation Center. - June 07, 2023 - Hemanext
Chad Blomgren, U.S. Army Veteran and Gilead Sciences Senior Director, Joins Dream Foundation Board
Blomgren joins the Board of Directors of the national adult dream-granting organization. - June 07, 2023 - Dream Foundation
Future Horizons Presents "Relating While Autistic"
Wendela Whitcomb Marsh, MA, RSD, is a sought-after speaker, an award-winning author, and the CEO of Adult Autism Assessment & Services. Her 27-year marriage to a late-diagnosed autistic man gives her unique insights and unshakeable optimism when it comes to ND relationships. Dr. Marsh knows first-hand that a ND relationship can be successful, fulfilling, and a source of mutual support and happiness. - June 02, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Spring General Assembly of the European Association of Young Doctors Took place in Riga, Latvia on 26-27 May 2023
This year, Riga hosted the Spring General Assembly of the European Junior Doctors (EJD), organized by the European Junior Doctors (EJD) and the Latvian Junior Doctors Association (LJDA). - May 30, 2023 - European Junior Doctors Association - EJD
Hemanext Continues European Rollout of Hemanext ONE® RBC Processing and Storage System
Groundbreaking technology to be deployed to transfuse thalassemia patients in Italy and acute bleeding burn patients in Norway. - May 25, 2023 - Hemanext
Nation’s Kidney Community Applauds the Securing the U.S. Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network Act
Kidney Care Partners today expressed support for the bipartisan, bicameral Securing the U.S. Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network Act (H.R. 2544/S. 1668), legislation that seeks to address challenges inherent in the current organ donor procurement and transplantation system. - May 24, 2023 - Kidney Care Partners
American Association on Health and Disability Announces Leadership Transition
The American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) announced the Board’s selection of Karl Cooper to succeed Roberta Carlin as Executive Director, effective June 1, 2023. Karl’s appointment comes as Roberta Carlin is retiring after 21 years of service to AAHD. - May 23, 2023 - American Association on Health and Disability
Nation’s Kidney Care Community Applauds Congress’ Efforts to Implement Forecast Error Adjustment
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) – the nation’s leading kidney care multi-stakeholder coalition representing patient advocates, physician organizations, health professional groups, dialysis providers, researchers and manufacturers – today applauded letters led by Senators Ben Cardin... - May 22, 2023 - Kidney Care Partners
Paul Kazemier Appointed to Senior Vice President of Patient Communications for New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the Nation's leading oncology practices, is excited to announce the appointment of Paul Kazemier, Vice President of Patient Communications to Senior Vice President of Patient Communications. "Paul's appointment as Senior Vice President... - May 09, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Kathryn Paliotta Appointed to Vice President of Patient Communications for New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the Nation's leading oncology practices, is excited to announce the appointment of Kathryn Paliotta, RN, from Director of Patient Communications to Vice President of Patient Communications. “Kathryn's dedication and leadership have been... - May 09, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
A Savage Speakeasy for Breast Cancer Patients
An annual fundraiser will occur on May 20 from 6-10 pm at J&J Contractors located at 6600 Schoolway in Greendale. Wine tasting stations, local beer, heavy appetizers and live entertainment in a historic, 1930's refurbished police and fire station setting. Ticket cost directly supports a local person through breast cancer by providing a sustaining, monthly allowance toward a day-to-day need. - May 08, 2023 - Savage Support Corp.
Celebrate National Eosinophil Awareness Week (May 14-20, 2023) to Show Support for Those Living with Eosinophil-Associated Diseases
The American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorders (APFED) will celebrate the 16th annual National Eosinophil Awareness Week (NEAW) from May 14-20, 2023. During this week, the organization will amplify its efforts to educate people about eosinophils and eosinophil-associated diseases. - May 08, 2023 - APFED
Nation’s Largest Kidney Care Coalition Names Colin Roskey to Serve as Executive Director
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) – the nation’s leading kidney care multi-stakeholder coalition representing patient advocates, physician organizations, health professional groups, dialysis providers, researchers and manufacturers – today announced Colin Roskey will serve as the... - May 02, 2023 - Kidney Care Partners
New Imaging Center Opens in Brooklyn
Brooklyn Imaging, a partnership between New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the leading oncology practices in the nation, and The Brooklyn Hospital Center (TBHC), a community hospital in Fort Greene/Downtown Brooklyn, reached a significant milestone by opening its newly... - May 01, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Future Horizons Releases "The Autism Toilet Training Handbook: Essential Strategies for Home and School"
A retired teacher and speech-language pathologist, Mary Wrobel has worked with students with autism for more than thirty years and continues to consult and give workshops. She has trained both parents and professionals about puberty, and its accompanying safety, cleanliness, and health issues, as well as many other topics related to autism. - April 28, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Mayor Johnson to Sign HUGS’ Proclamation of Mental Health Awareness on May 2
In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, Mayor Van R. Johnson will sign the Proclamation of Mental Health Awareness on Tuesday, May 2 at 2:00 p.m. at Heads-Up Guidance Services, Inc. (HUGS), located at 5 Executive Circle in Savannah. HUGS, a local non-profit organization making quality... - April 27, 2023 - Heads Up Guidance Services
Kindness of Strangers Contributing Free Community Service Hours Helps Young Woman Pay for Life-Changing Surgery Through M25 Program as Featured on CNN
Ashley Smith, from Lakeland, Florida, needs a life-changing surgery to cure migraines from Occipital Neuralgia. Demetrio Aguila, MD is a pain-focused peripheral nerve surgeon who can eliminate her pain. To pay for the surgery, Ashley needs financial help. Dr. Aguila created the M25 Program where patients can finance their care with community service hours. Two strangers in tiny Elgin, Nebraska contributed more than 300 hours of community service to help Ashley reach her goal. - April 26, 2023 - Total Pain Solutions
Drug-Free Tennessee Races to Tell Kids the Truth
Drug-Free Tennessee helps people, especially young people, learn the disastrous effects of drugs before it’s too late. - April 15, 2023 - Drug Free South
OutcomesX Marketplace Launches with Deal to Move Funding Directly to Ukrainian NGOs Struggling to Access International Aid; $2 Million Committed by UBS Optimus Foundation
OutcomesX, a first-of-its-kind social outcomes marketplace, launched today with a deal to transfer $2 million in relief donations from UBS Optimus Foundation clients and employees directly to local NGOs in Ukraine that are providing education and mental health services to children in-country. This... - April 13, 2023 - OutcomesX
Future Horizons Releases: "Bobby and Mandee's Good Touch Bad Touch"; Spanish Edition Now Available
Robert Kahn has a Master’s Degree in Education. It was during Kahn’s tenure as a sixth grade teacher that he became concerned about the safety issues that involve children and decided to become a Deputy Sheriff to help educate and protect our youth from harm. He started a Stranger Danger program in local schools and community service organizations. Local law enforcement credits this program in foiling over 40 attempted abductions by strangers. - April 07, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists and Physicians of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Host Breast Cancer Screening Event
Memorial Medical Care (MMC), PC, a practice of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) physicians and New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), will host a free breast screening event on Saturday, April 8, 2023, from 9 am-3 pm at their new comprehensive cancer care located at 2236... - April 03, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Hemanext Partners with Sickle Cell Disease Association of America and OneBlood to Support Blood Drive in Miami Gardens
NFL Linebacker Markus Golden Joins Forces for an Inspiring #Donate4Diversity Blood Drive on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Walmart Supercenter Parking Lot, 19501 NW 27th Ave., Miami Gardens, FL - March 30, 2023 - Hemanext
Minor Use Foundation Announces New Mission and Vision Statements
On March 30, 2023, the Minor Use Foundation announced new mission and vision statements that will help govern decision making over the coming years and better reflect the alignment of the Foundation’s work with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). - March 30, 2023 - Minor Use Foundation, Inc.
Sridhar Reddy, MD Joins New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation’s leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of board-certified hematologist-oncologist Sridhar Reddy, MD. Dr. Reddy will practice at NYCBS locations in Downtown Brooklyn and East New York. Learn... - March 28, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Dr. Temple Grandin and Future Horizon Releases "Autism and Education: The Way I See It: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know"
Temple Grandin is one of the world’s most accomplished and well known adults with autism. She has a PhD in animal science from the University of Illinois and is a professor at Colorado State University. She is the author of six books, including the national bestsellers Thinking in Pictures and Animals in Translation. Dr. Grandin is a past member of the board of directors of the Autism Society of America. - March 25, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Disability Advocates Announce Endorsement of the All of Us Research Program
The American Association on Health and Disability announces the release of “No Research About Us Without Us," a statement endorsing the National Institutes of Health’s All of Us Research Program, an effort to engage more than one million people from across the United States in biomedical research to advance health care for all. - March 15, 2023 - American Association on Health and Disability
Ali Naboush, MD Joins New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation’s leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of board-certified hematologist-oncologist Ali Naboush, MD. Dr. Naboush will practice at NYCBS locations in Astoria, Bayside, and Valley Stream. https://nycancer. - March 13, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
This World Kidney Day, Kidney Care Partners Remains Committed to Ensuring Access to Quality Kidney Care and Prevention Resources
KCP marked World Kidney Day to emphasize its key policy objectives to improve workforce development, drive kidney care innovation, support disease prevention, and restore statutory protections for patients living with kidney disease and kidney failure. - March 09, 2023 - Kidney Care Partners
Future Horizons Releases "Special Diets for Special Kids: Updated Gluten-Free, Casein-Free Recipes You’ll Love"
An anthropologist by training, Lisa Lewis was a member of Princeton University's computing center staff for a number of years. Her interest in autism began in 1991, when her son was diagnosed with Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified (PDDNOS). In 1993, she became interested in dietary interventions, and she wrote the first edition of Special Diets for Special Kids in 2011. - March 06, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Drug-Free Tennessee Announces World Health Day Activities
Drug-Free Tennessee will host a community event for World Health Day as well as participate in fitness events in early April, 2022. - February 25, 2023 - Drug Free South
Future Horizons Releases "Dating While Autistic."
Wendela Whitcomb Marsh has a heart for autists of all ages, and for the amazing parents and professionals who love them and work with them. Having been a teacher, counselor, psychologist, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst, as well as parent of and spouse to awesome autistic people, she brings a unique perspective to working with this population. - February 15, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Kidney Community Applauds Bipartisan Lawmakers’ Support for Kidney Care Innovation (KidneyX) in FY 2024 Budget
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) applauded Representatives Larry Bucshon (IN-08) and Suzan DelBene (WA-01), and Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Todd Young (R-IN) for co-signing a letter urging the Biden Administration to increase investments in “KidneyX” in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Executive Budget. - February 01, 2023 - Kidney Care Partners
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Expands Cancer Care Network to Upstate Locations
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the leading oncology practices in the nation, and OneOncology, the national platform for independent community oncology practices, announce its plan to expand cancer care access to Orange County. The expanded footprint will provide patients... - January 30, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Joseph Safdieh, MD Joins New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the leading oncology practices in the nation, is pleased to announce that board-certified radiation oncologist Joseph Safdieh, MD, has joined its team of radiation oncologists. He will practice at 2236 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. “We... - January 23, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
5th Annual Nick Mamalakis Memorial Cornhole Tournament Benefiting HUGS to be Held on Feb. 4
The 5th Annual Nick Mamalakis Memorial Cornhole Tournament will be held on Saturday, February 4 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Forest City Gun Club, located at 9203 Ferguson Avenue in Savannah. All proceeds will benefit Heads-Up Guidance Services (HUGS), a local non-profit organization that... - January 22, 2023 - Heads Up Guidance Services
The Market at 3 West Ridge Benefiting HUGS & P.A.C.K. to be Held Feb. 7-9
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church will host its annual fundraiser, The Market at 3 West Ridge, from Tuesday, February 7 through Thursday, February 9 at 3 West Ridge Road on Skidaway Island. This year’s event will benefit Heads-Up Guidance Services (HUGS) and People of Action Caring for Kids... - January 22, 2023 - Heads Up Guidance Services
2023 Urgent Care Foundation Award Winners Announced
The Urgent Care Foundation has announced the latest class of its Industry Award recipients. These outstanding individuals are commended for their contributions to the advancement of Urgent Care medicine. - January 20, 2023 - Urgent Care Association
Hemanext Partners with the Miami Chapter of the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America to Support Local Sickle Cell Disease Community
Partnership Will Expand to Include Educational and Donation Event with OneBlood. - January 17, 2023 - Hemanext
Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach Launches Wellness Program to "Beat the Winter Blues" Ahead of Blue Monday
As a response to the growing number of Canadians experiencing and at risk for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Ignite Health Coaching and Wellness, based in Alberta, today announced its four-month “Beat the Winter Blues” program to give participants the tools and skills to deal with the depression, lack of motivation and general unease that can characterize SAD. - January 09, 2023 - Ignite Health Coaching and Wellness
New Cancer Care Facility Opens in Brooklyn
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the fastest-growing community oncology practices in the nation, today announced the opening of a new comprehensive cancer care practice in the Flatbush section of Brooklyn in collaboration with Memorial Medical Care, PC (MMC), a practice of... - January 03, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists