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HUGS to Host 7th Annual Boo Bash Masquerade & Casino Night Fundraiser on Oct. 20
Heads-Up Guidance Services (HUGS) will host its 7th annual Boo Bash Masquerade & Casino Night fundraiser on Friday, October 20 from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. in The Grandview Event Center at Hotel Tybee, located at 1401 Strand Avenue on Tybee Island. The fun-filled evening will feature catering by... - September 25, 2023 - Heads Up Guidance Services
Hemanext Inc. Announces Significant Milestone with FDA Marketing Authorization for Hemanext ONE®, Hemanext’s Innovative Red Blood Cell (RBC) Processing and Storage System
Hemanext ONE has been granted marketing authorization for commercial distribution via the De Novo process by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). - September 21, 2023 - Hemanext
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Open in Middletown
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the leading oncology practices in the nation, announced today the opening of their newest location in Middletown. The center located at 419 E Main St, Suite 203, Middletown, NY 10940, will provide patients with access to world-class cancer... - September 19, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Hemanext Announces Founder Martin Cannon's Retirement, Appoints Andrew Dunham as CEO, and Raises Funding for Growth
Hemanext Inc., a leading innovator in blood processing, storage, and transfusion technology, marks a significant turning point in its history as the company announces the retirement of its founder, Martin Cannon. Simultaneously, the Hemanext Board of Directors has appointed Andrew Dunham, the... - September 18, 2023 - Hemanext
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Welcomes Jin Guo, MD
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation’s leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of Jin Guo, MD. She will practice at 1500 Rt. 112, Bldg. 4, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776. “We are proud to welcome Dr. Jin Guo to the NYCBS... - September 07, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Jean Bustamante-Alvarez, MD, MS 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 Jean Bustamante-Alvarez, MD, MS. Dr. Bustamante-Alvarez will be joining the team in the Upper East Side at 215 E. 95th St., New York, NY... - September 07, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Aref Agheli, MD Joins NYCBS in Newburgh
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation's leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of Aref Agheli, MD. Dr. Agheli will practice at 611 Gidney Ave., Newburgh, NY 12550, and 419 E. Main St., Suite 110, Middletown, NY 10940. "We are excited to... - September 07, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Future Horizons Releases "The Grandin Papers"
Temple Grandin is famous for her groundbreaking approach to decoding animal behavior. Her 50 + years of experience in observing animals shines through in The Grandin Papers. Dr. Grandin’s professional training as a scientist and her amazing life as a person with autism has given her a perspective like that of no other expert in the field of animal science. The Grandin Papers celebrate her storied career. - August 31, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
FireFlex Yoga’s Train the Trainer: for First Responders & Yoga Teachers
November 3-5 Workshop to Develop Tactical Skills, Boost Resilience, Mitigate Stress, Reduce Injuries - August 24, 2023 - FireFlex Yoga
Registration Now Open for the 2023 North East Regional Urgent Care Conference
The North East Regional Urgent Care Association (NERUCA) has opened registration for its annual conference, designed for those practicing Urgent Care in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont. The conference, scheduled to take... - August 24, 2023 - Urgent Care Association
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Welcomes Jennifer Yoon-Jiyoon Betourney
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation's leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of Radiation Oncologist Jennifer Yoon-Jiyoon Betourney. Dr. Betourney will practice at 92-37 Metropolitan Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375. “We are excited to welcome... - August 21, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Radiation Oncologist Jason Naziri, 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 Radiation Oncologist Jason Naziri, MD. Dr. Naziri will practice at 92-37 Metropolitan Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375. “We are proud to have Dr. Naziri on our... - August 15, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Carol Sharp Appointed President & CEO of The Night Ministry
Human services leader Carol J. Sharp has been named President & CEO of The Night Ministry, an innovative provider of services to Chicago's unhoused population. - August 11, 2023 - The Night Ministry
Future Horizons Releases "Bobby and Mandee's Street Smarts: How to Be a Safe Pedestrian"
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. - August 10, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Seetha R. Murukutla, MD, FACP 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 Seetha R. Murukutla, MD, FACP. She will practice at 1384 Victory Blvd., Staten Island, NY... - August 01, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Byung Kim, 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 Byung Kim, MD. Dr. Kim will practice at 88-06 55th Ave., Elmhurst, NY... - August 01, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Michael Elias, 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 Michael Elias, MD. Dr. Elias will practice at 1050 Clove Road, Staten Island, NY 10301 and 1384 Victory Blvd., Staten Island, NY... - August 01, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Kidney Care Partners Urges CMS to Change Proposed ESRD Rule to Address Payment Shortfalls on Labor and Innovation
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) – urged critical reform to new policies introduced by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in the End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Prospective Payment System and Quality Incentive Program Proposed Rules. - August 01, 2023 - Kidney Care Partners
Future Horizons Releases "Social Skills Training, 20th Anniversary Edition"
Jed Baker, Ph.D., is the director of the Social Skills Training Project, an organization serving individuals with autism and social communication differences. He writes, lectures, and provides training internationally on the topic of social skills training and managing challenging behaviors. His work has been featured on several tv programs. - July 31, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Kidney Care Partners Applauds Introduction of Bipartisan Chronic Kidney Disease Improvement in Research and Treatment Act
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) today applauded Representatives Carol Miller (R-WV) and Terri Sewell (D-AL) for re-introducing The Chronic Kidney Disease Improvement in Research and Treatment Act (H.R. 5027). - July 28, 2023 - Kidney Care Partners
Neal Murphy, 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 Neal Murphy, MD. Dr. Murphy will practice at 750 Old Country Rd, Riverhead, NY 1190; 640 County Rd, Southampton, NY 11968; and 49 Route... - July 17, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Hemanext Announces Membership in European Confederation of Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurs (EUCOPE)
Hemanext Inc., a leading innovator in blood processing, storage, and transfusion technology, today announced its membership in the European Confederation of Pharmaceutical Entrepreneurs (EUCOPE), the region's premier trade association for small to medium-sized companies in the pharmaceutical,... - July 05, 2023 - Hemanext
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
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
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.