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Afshin Shawn Adhami, M.D. Honored with 2012 Healthcare Leadership Award
Afshin Shawn Adhami, M.D. was nominated for his contributions in healthcare in the Medical Group CEO division. - May 04, 2012 - Vistasol Medical Group
Bergen County Freeholder Ganz to be Honored at the Care Plus Foundation Courage Awards Gala
In recognition for his work with those who are facing the challenges of mental illness and substance abuse, Bergen County Freeholder David L. Ganz has been named one of three honorees at the 14th Annual Courage Awards Gala on June 12, 2012. - May 03, 2012 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Book “Einstein’s Table” Tells Story of Hepatitis B
“Einstein’s Table: The Search to Find a Cure for Chronic Hepatitis B,” by Kimberly Jungkind, Raises Awareness and Chronicles Hepatitis B Foundation’s Inspirational Story - May 03, 2012 - Hepatitis B Foundation
The Lime Truck and Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County Partner with a Global Movement to Benefit Children
Leading global nonprofit children’s movement, Buy A Meal Give A Meal (BAMGAM), has today announced its launch in California and key partnerships with Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County and The Lime Truck, winner of Food Network’s The Great Food Truck Race. Through these partnerships, BAMGAM will deliver much needed support to underprivileged children across Orange County and Africa - May 02, 2012 - BAMGAM (BUY A MEAL GIVE A MEAL)
18th Annual Run for the Roses, Fun Family Event Open to the Public, June 3, 2012, Roselle, IL. Runners/Walkers Needed for 5K and Youth .6K - Sign Up Now
The 18th Annual Run for the Roses benefiting the Tourette Syndrome Association of Illinois (TSA-IL) and the Tourette Syndrome Camp Association (TSCO) will be held on Sunday, June 3, 2012. The 5K walk/run will begin at Clauss Recreation Center, 555 Bryn Mawr Avenue at 8:00 am, followed by the 0.6K Youth walk/run at 9:00 am. - April 30, 2012 - Tourette Association of America, Illinois Chapter
Latest Course International Technical Certificate in Oil and Gas Operational Safety
Good news: For those who want to get the qualification; NEBOSH International Technical Oil and Gas Certificate (IOG). It will be a great opportunity to get qualified in oil and gas safety from SHEilds, the accredited NEBOSH course provider at very affordable prices. “Keeping in mind the... - April 29, 2012 - Sheilds
Marilyn G. Geller is Chief Operating Officer and Deborah J. Ceizler is Chief Development Officer of Celiac Disease Foundation
Celiac Disease Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Marilyn Grunzweig Geller as its new Chief Operating Officer and Deborah J. Ceizler as Chief Development Officer. Established in 1990, Celiac Disease Foundation is a national nonprofit organization meeting the growing public health... - April 24, 2012 - Celiac Disease Foundation
Wine for a Cure, a Benefit for Cystic Fibrosis Research, Inc.
CFRI is proud to announce the Fourth Annual Wine for a Cure to take place on Sunday, May 20th, 2012. This year, they will have a VIP Reception, followed by a special screening of the award winning documentary, The Power of Two. - April 24, 2012 - Cystic Fibrosis Research, Inc.
Cyclist to Ride 1,800 Miles in Solo Trek for Autism
Princeton, NJ resident John LaBosco is set to begin his bike journey up the East Coast to raise money for autism. - April 22, 2012 - Eden Autism Services
Community Health Charities of Georgia Offers Free Volunteer Matters 365 Program to Local Businesses
Community Health Charities of Georgia connects employees to health and wellness information, volunteer opportunities and the ability to give to Georgia's most trusted health charities. With free programs like Health Matters at Work and Volunteer Matters 365, they help companies achieve year-round employee engagement. - April 21, 2012 - Community Health Charities of the Southeast
Stroke Association Receives NAELA Award
The award acknowledges the Stroke Association’s efforts in educating Florida communities on stroke-related issues. - April 21, 2012 - The Stroke Association Of Florida
Cyclist to Ride 1800 Miles in Solo Trek for Autism
Bike Ride to Raise Awareness and Funds for Eden Autism Services Kicks off in Fort Myers. On Monday, April 23rd Princeton, New Jersey resident John LaBosco will begin his 1,800 mile journey up the East coast to raise money and awareness for Eden Autism Services, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with autism and their families. - April 21, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
New Workshop on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Announced by Care Plus NJ
A workshop on FASD will be held on May 21, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Care Plus NJ facility located at 610 Valley Health Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey. - April 19, 2012 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Eden Autism Services Announces Summer Programs
Eden Florida will offer summer youth experiences in Fort Myers and Naples that combine recreation and learning for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Asperger’s ages 4-22. The summer camp programs include academics, life skills training, social skills, recreation and swimming. 1:1 behavior therapy is also available. - April 19, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Center for Autism and Related Disorders to Host Free Orange County Insurance Workshop for Parents of Children with Autism
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) will host a free seminar in San Juan Capistrano on May 19 to educate parents on new autism coverage changes. - April 18, 2012 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area Honors Inspirational Mentor and Mentee Matches at Sixth Annual “BIG” Event
Chesley B. "Sully" Sullenberger III and Lorrie Sullenberger, a Big Sister Alumna, to Attend & Present Awards Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area (BBBSBA) will honor inspirational matches between Bigs (mentors) and Littles (mentees) at the BIG Event on April 19, 2012 at the... - April 17, 2012 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area
Debt Free Ed Inc., Announces Grant Program
Debt Free Ed Inc., grant product offers tertiary education grants - April 17, 2012 - Debt Free Ed Inc
14th Annual Courage Awards Gala Announced by Care Plus Foundation of New Jersey
Care Plus Foundation has announced the honorees for their 14th annual Courage Awards, including a national celebrity and other local heroes who have supported children and families affected by crime. - April 13, 2012 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Lifespan Seminar to Teach Health & Wellness in Universities
Lifespan Seminar - www.lifespanseminar.com - a health and wellness institution based in Los Angeles, California, and renowned worldwide for its innovative research in the field of human lifespan, will begin teaching its Lifespan Optimization system in the Master of Arts in Psychology programs at Business School of the Americas and Young Scientists University. - April 13, 2012 - Lifespan Seminar
Mobile Health Africa in Johannesburg: HIVSA to Show How They Make It Work in South Africa
There are great benefits to integrating primary health care and electronic medical systems into mobile health (mHealth) services, says Rob Allen, who is the manager of the hi4life programme at HIVSA. Says Rob Allen: “Through the support of the Elton John Aids Foundation, HIVSA has developed... - April 13, 2012 - Mobile Health Africa
National Capital Area Businesses Participate in Promotions Throughout April in Honor of Autism Awareness Month
Dozens of area businesses have joined with Autism Speaks to raise funds for research in honor of Autism Awareness Month. Many of the businesses are extending a discount to patrons who make a donation to Autism Speaks while others are offering puzzle-piece shaped cards to display for each... - April 09, 2012 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Media Alert: HIMSS Oregon Annual Spring Conference
Join HIMSS Oregon for the chapter's annual spring conference to be held at the Salem Conference Center in Salem, Oregon. This year's spring conference focuses upon challenges associated with the continued delivery of quality health care in the face of increasing demands placed upon providers. - April 07, 2012 - NW HIMSS Oregon Chapter
Free Webinar on Pending ASHRAE Legionella Standard 188
HC Info's Matt Freije will teach a free 60-minute webinar, "Success with ASHRAE 188P and Legionella HACCP Water Plans," on Wednesday, April 11th at 11:00am eastern. The webinar will provide an overview of the pending standard, explain six steps involved in developing the Legionella HACCP water plans it requires, discuss its likely impact on lawsuits and litigation, and take questions from the audience. - April 06, 2012 - HC Information Resources
Drug-Free South Brings World Health Day Celebration Home
The Foundation for a Drug-Free South participates in worldwide events to educate the community about the dangers of drugs. For World Health Day, they distributed booklets to their neighbors. - April 05, 2012 - Drug Free South
Hollywood Phenom Maurissa Tancharoen Whedon Fights Lupus
Spring Issue of Lupus Now® Magazine highlight’s how she found support through her all-star network of friends and family - April 05, 2012 - Lupus Foundation of America
Autism Research Group Launches Non-Profit Organization to Improve Quality of Life for Individuals with Autism
The Autism Research Group announced today that its new non-profit organization places individuals with autism first by providing scientifically proven research that helps those with autism to break through barriers and improve their quality of life. - April 05, 2012 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Happy Hour at Parlor 88 South to Benefit Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Man & Woman of the Year 2012 Southwest Missouri candidates Becky Overend (Nexstar Communications) and Seth Elloitt (Parlor 88 Lounge) are hosting a benefit event Thursday, April 5th to raise funds for The Leukemia & lymphoma Society - April 05, 2012 - Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Eden Autism Services Florida Names The League Club Advocates of the Month
Award recognizes people and organizations who are advocates for autism by increasing awareness, raising funds or providing leadership in support of autism. - April 05, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Charities Partner to Support First Responders
Non-profit organizations Operation Gratitude and Team Rubicon are joining forces to supply "First Responder Kits" to volunteers assisting with disaster relief. - April 04, 2012 - Operation Gratitude
Fibromyalgia Awareness Day Events Announced by National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association (NFMCPA)
NFMCPA announces upcoming Fibromyalgia Awareness Day events highlighting support for research for a cure and difficulties in parenting with FM. - April 03, 2012 - National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association
Video and Free Slides Available for "Sexual Pleasure" Talk by Jane Thomas
"You Tube: video of Jane’s talk at The Royal Society of Medicine" in London Sexual Pleasure Meeting on February 17th 2012. Plus Free download of slides with accompanying notes. Available from the web-based female sexuality forum "Ways Women Orgasm." - March 31, 2012 - WaysWomenOrgasm.org
Victory Over Stroke Event Set for April 19, 2012, in Bradenton, FL
The Stroke Association of Florida Announces Third Annual Victory Over Stroke Event - March 30, 2012 - The Stroke Association Of Florida
Naples Artist Hannah Kandel Selected by the United Nations for 2012 Autism Awareness Stamp
Hannah Rose Kandel, a Naples resident and student at Eden School, is one of eight artists chosen by the United Nations for their 2012 Autism Awareness Stamp. Kandel’s painting “Crazy Love” was selected as the result of a worldwide search for talented artists with autism. The United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA) will issue stamps and first day covers on April 2, 2012 in recognition of World Autism Day. - March 30, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Utah Physical Therapy Clinic Announces ASTYM Accreditation
Fast Track Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, a Utah physical therapy clinic, is proud to announce their Physical Therapists recently received an ASTYM accreditation certification. ASTYM is a highly recognized rehabilitation treatment program for physical therapy that reduces scar tissue left... - March 29, 2012 - Fast Track Physical Therapy
Hepatitis B Foundation Hosts Crystal Ball on April 27, 2012 Honoring Dr. Howard Koh
Nonprofit Dedicated to Eliminating Hepatitis B Honors Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services with the Baruch S. Blumberg Prize for Leadership - March 29, 2012 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Kickin' It Challenge, San Diego’s First Youth Soccer Tournament to Benefit Breast Cancer Research and Support, Announced for June 23rd-24th
All proceeds from the tournament will benefit the San Diego Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Breast Cancer Foundation - March 28, 2012 - Kickin' it Youth Soccer Tournament
Eden Autism Services Book Fair Kicks Off Autism Awareness Month
A percentage of sales will benefit autism support organization - March 28, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
PTSD Nonprofit Presents Educational Lectures on the Negative Effects of PTSD on the Brain
New research shows how PTSD alters brain structure affecting the entire body. - March 28, 2012 - Fearless Nation PTSD Support
Center for Autism and Related Disorders to Host 2nd Annual "Evening Among Stars"
Free Open House & Talent Show Celebrates Autism Awareness Month. - March 28, 2012 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Food Lion Associates and Customers Surpass Goal by Raising a Record $4.5 Million During 2012 Easter Seals Four-Week Campaign
Food Lion associates and customers raised a record $4.5 million during their annual Shop&Care for Easter Seals, representing a 22 percent increase over last year. The grocer set a goal this year of $4 million for Easter Seals. Since Food Lion first initiated the Shop&Care program 21 years... - March 23, 2012 - Easter Seals UCP
Utah Physical Therapy Clinic Announces Free Assessments
Fast Track Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, a Utah physical therapy clinic, is now offering free physical therapy assessments in their Salt Lake City clinic. Most patients do not need a referral from a doctor to see a physical therapist due to the Direct Access laws in Utah, so George Shirley,... - March 19, 2012 - Fast Track Physical Therapy
Supportful Foundation Advances Charitable Dentistry in U.S. with Dental-ful Program
Innovative New Program Encourages Charitable Dentists by Subsidizing Costs of Restorative Dental Work for Underserved Individuals - March 17, 2012 - Supportful Foundation
Putting More Pets in the Classroom
The Pets in the Classroom grant program awards more than 7,000 grants to eligible teachers. - March 17, 2012 - Pet Care Trust
Mobile Health Africa Launched in Johannesburg in May to Discuss How Mobile Health Services Will Change Healthcare
South Africa is leading the way in launching mobile health (mHealth) services with some of the most successful and best known mHealth initiatives having been developed in this country. This is according to Andrea Monteiro, director of Mobile Health Africa, which will gather the leading minds in the... - March 15, 2012 - Mobile Health Africa
UCAAN's "Once Upon a Dream" Fashion Show Benefit to Aid Local Cancer Survivors in the Tri-County Area
UCAAN, a 501c3 cancer non profit announces Once Upon a Dream Fashion Show Benefit event on May 20th, 2012 to raise funds to help cancer patients in the Tri-County Areas and then beyond. - March 14, 2012 - United Cancer Advocacy Action Network
New Jersey AIDS Walk Chooses Newark as Newest AIDS Walk Site
According to the New Jersey Department of Health, New Jersey ranks fifth in the nation for new HIV infection cases with 37% of those cases in Essex County. North Jersey Community Research Initiative to be Newark beneficiary and host organization for New Jersey AIDS Walk 2012. - March 14, 2012 - NJCRI
HealthCamp Florida and FMQAI Announce Innovation Event at Florida Hospital Orlando
HealthCamp Orlando is an event focused on innovations in healthcare and is being held at Florida Hospital Orlando in Orlando, Florida on April 27, 2012. - March 14, 2012 - HealthCamp Florida
Launching New Childhood Obesity Prevention Program
In an effort to reduce childhood obesity, Aetna Foundation has awarded a grant to the Health Institute for Preventive Care, Access, Research and Education (HIPCARE), a non-profit organization committed to improving health outcomes. On Sunday, March 18, 2012, 2-6pm the Health Institute will launch a program to Prevent and Reverse Obesity and Other-diseases via Families (PROOF) with a Free Health Expo at the Berean Outreach Ministry Center, located at 312 Hamilton E. Homes Dr., Atlanta, GA 30318 - March 11, 2012 - Health Institute for Preventive CARE
John Rex Endowment Invests Nearly $1.3 Million in Early Childhood Development
Nearly $1.3 million approved by the John Rex Endowment to fund early childhood grants for the Lucy Daniels Center, Wake County Human Services and Wake County SmartStart. - March 10, 2012 - John Rex Endowment
Hep B Free Philadelphia Launches “B A Hero” Photo Scavenger Hunt Contest in the City of Brotherly Love
Citywide and Community-Owned Education Campaign Led by the Hepatitis B Foundation Offers Photo Contest and Prizes - March 10, 2012 - Hepatitis B Foundation