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Organ Donation and Transplantation Controversies to be Discussed by Ethics Researcher
What are ethics and how do they affect organ donation and transplantation? Should Ontario adopt an opt-out model of consent for organ donation? How young is too young to be a living donor? What's wrong with "transplant tourism?" Michael Campbell will address these questions and more. - March 03, 2014 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
Androklis Polymenis Donates 1 Million NXT Coins to Brain Preservation Foundation
The Brain Preservation Foundation (BPF) has received a one million NXT coin ($43,000) donation from the digital currency entrepreneur Androklis Polymenis. The donation goes toward supporting its research into the development of a scientifically-proven medical procedure capable of preserving a... - February 28, 2014 - Brain Preservation Foundation
Are Selfies Really to Blame for the Upswing of Head Lice?
In recent days, there have been reports about selfies causing an upswing in head lice among pre-teens and teenagers. But can we really put the blame on a quick cell-phone photo? "We don't believe that selfies are the cause of more head lice cases in teenagers," said Nancy Gordon,... - February 27, 2014 - National Association of Lice Treatment Professionals
Together We Can Achieve so Much More at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Launches 2014 Annual Campaign to Support Community Needs. - February 27, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Sounds of Laughter, Music and Fun at The Gateway Family YMCA
Music Program emerges from partnership between The Gateway Family YMCA and the Institute of Music for Children in Elizabeth - February 27, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Fifth Fashion Forward Fundraiser for Parkinson's Disease
A night of high fashion is returning to Sarasota to raise much-needed funds for Parkinson disease programs on the Suncoast. Sarasota-based Neuro Challenge Foundation will host the 5th annual Cause 4 Fashion gala event at Michael’s on East on Thursday, March 20th from 6:30 to 9:30pm. All of... - February 25, 2014 - Neuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinsons
Victory Over Stroke Symposium Set for March 20, 2014
The Stroke Association of Florida Announces Fifth Annual "Victory Over Stroke" Event in Bradenton, Florida. - February 23, 2014 - The Stroke Association Of Florida
Off-Key Chorale Provides Voice Therapy for Music Lovers with Parkinson’s
Therapeutic Choral Singing sessions for music lovers with Parkinson’s will help those with voice disorders raise their voices in harmony every Tuesday from January 14 to March 4th from 1:15 to 2:15 pm at Sarasota Memorial’s Institute for Advanced Medicine, 5880 Rand Blvd in... - February 15, 2014 - Neuro Challenge Foundation for Parkinsons
Hepatitis B Foundation Welcomes Dr. Robert Gish as Medical Director
Renowned leader in the field of liver disease takes on new role leading advocacy and research. - February 13, 2014 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Wellness Center Branch Announces Senior Director of Healthy Living
The Gateway Family YMCA - Wellness Center Branch Welcomes Lexy Anderson, Senior Director of Healthy Living - February 07, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) to Host Free Thousand Oaks Workshop for Parents to Learn About Autism Insurance Coverage
The workshop will educate parents on the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) and the most effective ways to access coverage and treatment for autism. - February 03, 2014 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
New Study Validates Skills® Assessment for Designing Customized Curricula to Help Children with Autism
The study validates the online Skills® Assessment, offering clinicians a state-of-the-art means to individualize treatment plans and maximize skill acquisition for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. - February 01, 2014 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Join Adoption Options for a Fundraising Event at Miners Alley Playhouse
Join Adoption Options at their first fundraising event of 2014. Adoption Options will be hosting a preview of the award-winning production, Parallel Lives, at Miners Alley Playhouse in Golden, Colorado. This hysterical satire portrays snapshots of diverse people of all ages, cultures, religious backgrounds with a focus on gender issues. Come to Golden for a fun day at the theater. Proceeds from this event will supplement their foster adoption and adoption education programs. - February 01, 2014 - Adoption Options
Theory of Change Outlines Vision for International Development and Philanthropy
A storied social justice organization has developed a new Theory of Change as an openly available tool for envisioning a new pathway to creating change in the world. - January 31, 2014 - Thousand Currents
Five Points Branch Announces Aquatic Director
The Gateway Family YMCA – Five Points Branch Welcomes Charles Cook, Aquatic Director. - January 31, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Elizabeth Branch Announces Membership Engagement Director
The Gateway Family YMCA – Elizabeth Branch welcomes Michael Brown, Membership Engagement Director. - January 31, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Annual Autism Gala Presents Community Leaders with Service Awards
On Saturday, January 18, 2014, Eden Autism Services’ held its 26th annual Eden Dreams white-tie dinner gala at the Hyatt Regency Princeton. This year’s theme, Dreams of a Gatsby Gala, took you back to the exuberant 1920s, and the height of America’s Jazz Age. Highlights of the... - January 25, 2014 - Eden Autism Services
World Vision Calls for Better Access to Deliver Aid in Syria
International children’s charity, World Vision, calls for the parties meeting at Geneva II to make a peace agreement for the future of Syria, to help Syrian children. - January 25, 2014 - World Vision UK
American Venous Forum 26th Annual Meeting - David S. Sumner Venous Summit: When Things Go Wrong - A Rare Case of Mismanagement
The increasing number of practitioners who treat patients with venous disease is creating an unexpected side effect - a substantial variation in care patterns and quality. The outcomes are not always desirable for patients and for venous disease in general. The time has come for professional societies to take a hard look at this situation and decide what can be done to improve it. - January 22, 2014 - American Venous Forum
American Venous Forum 26th Annual Meeting Offers Innovative Research
The American Venous Forum will hold its 26th Annual Meeting on February 19-22, 2014 in New Orleans, Louisiana. AVF Annual Meetings bring together internationally recognized thought leaders, expert investigators and clinicians in venous and lymphatic disease. Program highlights include Scientific Sessions on Superficial Vein Disease, Chronic Venous Obstructions, Venous Thromboembolism/IVC Filters, and Venous Mix. - January 20, 2014 - American Venous Forum
Autism Learning Games: Camp Discovery App Utilizes Technology to Revolutionize Learning for Children with Autism
The educational, evidence-based app helps children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) overcome deficits by learning new skills. - January 17, 2014 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
The Gateway Family YMCA - Rahway Branch Begins Construction
Expanding for the Community in Rahway - January 11, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Skills® Behavior Intervention Plan Builder Now Available as a Stand-Alone Web-Based Program
The innovative tool gives clinicians, educators, and behavior professionals the ability to efficiently develop effective behavior intervention plans (BIPs) for individuals who display challenging behavior. - January 11, 2014 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Drug-Free South Making Plans for 2014
The Truth About Drugs materials provide teachers, law enforcement and community groups with effective drug education tools. - January 11, 2014 - Drug Free South
PCOSAA - Revolutionizing How We View PCOS
New site and campaign will be able to provide patients with avenues for one-on-one communication with professionals treating PCOS, educational resources and outreach. Through online chats, forums, educational programs, featured newsletters, directories, links, podcasts, downloadable files and much more, women with PCOS will be able to find everything they need in one place, free of charge. - January 10, 2014 - PCOS Awareness Association
Community Transformation Grant Awarded to The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Awarded Grant to Expand Healthy Living Programs and Initiatives in Elizabeth, NJ - January 09, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Dress for Success Triangle Appoints Beth Briggs to Lead Organization
Dress for Success Triangle today announced the appointment of Beth Briggs as its Executive Director. The non-profit organization helps low-income women develop the skills to gain and sustain meaningful employment. She succeeds founder Pat Nathan, who has served in the leadership role, having... - January 09, 2014 - Dress for Success Triangle NC
Supporting the Elizabeth Community
The Gateway Family YMCA - Elizabeth Branch Lowers Rates - January 08, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
New Year, New Name
The YMCA of Eastern Union County Changes Name - January 07, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
One in Three Americans Has Prediabetes, Yet Few Realize They Are at Risk
The Gateway Family YMCA Encourages Everyone to Increase their Diabetes IQ. - January 07, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
I Am Happy Project Kick Off the "10 Days of Happiness" January 7, 2014
Initiative designed to help individuals develop sustainable Happiness while making the world a better place. - January 07, 2014 - I am Happy Project
Join a Cause for Community
The Gateway Family YMCA Provides a Lasting Impact - January 07, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
New Year Upgrades at the Five Points Branch
The Gateway Family YMCA – Five Points Branch Renovates for the New Year - January 07, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
The Sandler-Kenner Foundation Receives $15,000.00 Donation from Woodall Foundation
The Woodall Foundation has donated $15,000.00 to support the Dallas-based non-profit, Sandler-Kenner Foundation. The generous grant from The Woodall Foundation was made possible by Martin Woodall the founder and chairman of the Woodall Foundation. He said, “I saw the good work Sandler-Kenner... - January 07, 2014 - Sandler-Kenner Foundation
Friends of Yemin Orde Welcomes New Board Chair; Six New Board Members
Friends of Yemin Orde is pleased to announce the selection of a new Board Chair and six new Board Members for 2014. - January 04, 2014 - Friends of Yemin Orde
2013 Year in Review – Drug-Free South Tackling Drug Problem in Tennessee
The Truth About Drugs materials provide teachers, law enforcement and community groups with effective drug education tools. - December 27, 2013 - Drug Free South
Friends of Yemin Orde Receives Charity Navigator's Four Star Rating for Nine Consecutive Years
Friends of Yemin Orde is proud to announce that it has received the coveted Four Star Rating for exemplary fundraising practices from Charity Navigator, the nation’s top independent charity evaluator, for the ninth consecutive year. The honor of receiving this citation for nine years in a row... - December 26, 2013 - Friends of Yemin Orde
Military Charity Delivers One Millionth Care Package
Special gifts hand-delivered to a Sailor deployed on the guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg in the Gulf of Oman. - December 21, 2013 - Operation Gratitude
ArsenicSAFE.org, a New Tool in Your Food Safety Certification Arsenal
ArsenicSAFE.org Launches Its New Informational Website and the Only Independent Food and Beverage Certification Program for Arsenic. - December 18, 2013 - ArsenicSAFE.org
Kelly Petersen Named 2014 President of Nevada Women’s Philanthropy (NWP)
Nevada Women’s Philanthropy (NWP) has named Kelly Petersen president of NWP and Tami Hance vice president. Petersen has been an active member of NWP since she joined in 2008. She served the organization as treasurer from 2009 until 2012 where she oversaw member dues and grant accounts. Most... - December 13, 2013 - Nevada Women's Philanthropy
Military Charity Celebrates Historic Milestone
Operation Gratitude sent its One Millionth Care Package on December 7, making it the the first military support organization to accomplish such a feat. - December 11, 2013 - Operation Gratitude
National Autism Leader Peter Bell Named President & CEO Of Eden Autism Services
Peter H. Bell, one of the country’s most respected autism advocates and nonprofit executives, has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of Eden Autism Services, a leading autism service provider since 1975. The appointment is effective February 1, 2014 when current President and... - December 05, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
Web Show Plays "Santa" This Holiday Season to Families Affected by Autism
Now through Dec. 20, Autism Live will give away gift certificates, toys, and educational products through its “Holiday Giveaway Extravaganza” contest for families with children diagnosed with autism. - December 05, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Canadian Grants Business Center Releases New Guide to Government Grants and Loads
The Canadian Grants Business Center has recently updated their popular guide to government funding for Canadian businesses entitled: “Canadian Business Finance Directory Fall 2013 -Executive Edition." - November 26, 2013 - Canadian Grants Business Center
Eden Autism Services Launches Expansion of Bracelet Program with Online Store
Just in Time for the Holidays, Individually Handcrafted Bracelets Made by Adults with Autism, Are Now Available Online. - November 24, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
Leo Radosta Honored as First Recipient of M.J. McDonough Award for Distinguished Service to Hospice
Leo Radosta, CEO of mumms® Software, was honored as the first recipient of the M.J. McDonough Award for Distinguished Service to Hospice at Outcome Resources’ Pathways to Success Conference. The award honors individuals that have shown high levels of dedication to helping hospices succeed. - November 24, 2013 - mumms Software
mumms® Software & Outcome Resources Solidify Partnership to Establish Two-Way Interfacing Capabilities for Hospice and Palliative Care Facilities
mumms® Software and Outcome Resources, national leaders in Hospice Electronic Medical Records and Pharmacy Benefits Managers, respectively, announced they have established two-way interfacing to increasing efficiency, making it easier for hospices to succeed. Hospice and palliative care... - November 24, 2013 - mumms Software
Lincoln County Ambulance District Aid Firefighters, Medics Around the World
By donating outdated equipment to the (IFRM) International Fire Relief Mission, LCAD is giving medics and firefighters in developing countries greater ability to help their communities. - November 24, 2013 - International Fire Relief Mission
Friends of Yemin Orde Announces Change in Senior Leadership at Yemin Orde Youth Village
Village director, Dr. Benny Fisher, Appointed to Top Management Position with Israel's Ministry of Education - November 21, 2013 - Friends of Yemin Orde
American Venous Forum 26th Annual Meeting Registration Now Open
The American Venous Forum 26th Annual Meeting on February 19-22, 2014 in New Orleans, Louisiana is now open for registration. AVF Annual Meetings bring together internationally recognized thought leaders, expert investigators and clinicians in venous and lymphatic disease. The AVF Annual Meeting... - November 20, 2013 - American Venous Forum