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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
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)
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
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
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
Experienced Healthcare Leader and Pediatrician Joins Mary’s Center Board
Dr. Jim Rost is committed to quality care and patient safety. - February 22, 2018 - Mary's Center
Managing Frustration and Anxiety with Dr. Jed Baker March 9, 2018
Future Horizons will be hosting Managing Frustration and Anxiety with Dr. Jed Baker Friday, March 9, 2018. - February 20, 2018 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Palm Partners: New Year, New Faces, Same Purpose
With the beginning of 2018 Palm Partners Recovery Center is proud to be as committed as the day they started. The purpose; to help make innovative, effective and holistic addiction treatment opportunities available for those who are suffering due to drug and alcohol abuse and intense chemical... - February 18, 2018 - Palm Healthcare
Celebrate Healthy Families at The Gateway Family YMCA
The Gateway Family YMCA Invites the Community to Open House February 19. - February 16, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Phillips 66 Bayway Refinery Supports The Gateway Family YMCA
Phillips 66 Bayway Refinery provides funding for the Rahway Branch. - February 11, 2018 - The Gateway Family YMCA
KCP Applauds Bipartisan Congressional Budget Deal Expanding Medicare Coverage Options for Dialysis Patients
KCP Thanks the Legislative Efforts of Co-Sponsors of the Chronic Care Act and Medicare Part B Improvement Bill -- Sens. Orrin Hatch, Ron Wyden, Johnny Isakson and Mark Warner and Reps. Kevin Brady, Greg Walden, Frank Pallone and Richard Neal - February 09, 2018 - Kidney Care Partners
Cardiovascular Care Community Applauds Lawmakers for Urging Administration to Make Unnecessary Amputations a Thing of the Past
Bipartisan group of lawmakers call for a national strategy to reduce non-traumatic amputations to zero. - February 08, 2018 - CardioVascular Coalition
Local Community Leaders and Stakeholders Celebrate Groundbreaking of the New Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin Facility
Stakeholders holders and city officials broke ground at the new Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin (LEBW) facility at 5003 Tradewinds Parkway, in Madison Wisconsin, on Thursday, January 25. Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin, Executive Director, Darice Langham, kicked off the ceremony by describing the impact... - January 30, 2018 - Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin
Social Stories Workshop with Carol Gray Friday, March 1, 2018
Future Horizons will be hosting Arlington Social Stories Workshop with Carol Gray Friday, March 1, 2018. - January 27, 2018 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Dream Foundation to Fulfill Super Bowl Dream of Lifelong Philadelphia Eagles Fan
Philly native and Eagles fan to fulfill final Dream by attending Super Bowl LII. - January 26, 2018 - Dream Foundation
A Night When Tastemakers Become Dream-makers (2.08.18)
Urbani Truffle Lab and Dream Foundation host exclusive NYC Launch to amplify awareness and mission of Dream-granting organization. - January 22, 2018 - Dream Foundation
The American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) Announces the Appointment of Dr. Charles E. Drum, MPA, JD, PhD as AAHD Inaugural Visiting Scholar
Charles E. Drum, MPA, JD, PhD, has been named the inaugural Visiting Scholar at the American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD). Dr. Drum is a nationally and internationally known scholar in disability and health, particularly in health disparities, health promotion, and health care access. - January 19, 2018 - American Association on Health and Disability
Legg Calve Perthes Foundation Welcomes Dr. Wudbhav Sankar, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, as Board Member
The Legg Calve Perthes Foundation, dedicated to improving research, education, and awareness of Perthes, has added a new Board member this month, Dr. Wudbhav Sankar, of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. - January 16, 2018 - Legg Calve Perthes Foundation