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Anna's Angels Unveils New Logo, Website
New Brand Identity Package Created by Raleigh-based agency, queue - February 23, 2013 - queue
Hannah Pilnick's 5-Day Life-Changing Seminar is Given Free to the Public for the First Time. Few Seats Left.
In her seminar named “Leaving the Bubble”, Hannah Pilnick leads the participants in awakening their natural, innate healing abilities, so they can release their negative past experiences and live in freedom in every area of their lives. - February 23, 2013 - Hannah Pilnick
Liberty University Students to Host Autism Speaks U Walk/Run to Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy and Research on April 13, 2013
Liberty University students will host an Autism Speaks U Walk/Run to raise awareness and funds for Autism Speaks, North America’s largest autism science and advocacy organization. The event will take place on April 13, 2013 at 9:00 am at the Aid Station, 1035 Avalon Dr., Forest, VA from 9:00... - February 17, 2013 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Glee TV Star Lauren Potter to Greet Fans at Crabtree Valley Mall in Raleigh on March 10
Actress with Down Syndrome to Visit North Carolina in Support of Anna's Angels and Down Syndrome Research at Duke Children's Hospital - February 15, 2013 - queue
NYC Ballerina Jenifer Ringer Will Serve as Artistic Consultant for Dancing Dreams Charity
Dancing Dreams founder and executive director Joann Ferrara named Jenifer Ringer, principal dancer with the New York City Ballet, to the advisory role of Artistic Consultant of the non-profit dance program that gives NYC/metro-area children with physical challenges a chance to dance. Ringer, a... - February 13, 2013 - Dancing Dreams
Metro Detroit Doctor’s Documentation and Deposition Supports Patients $86,000 Claim Settlement
Dr. Chris McNeil of Metro Detroit Chiropractors Used a Medical Team Approach and Objective Documentation to Support His Patients $86,000 Auto Injury Claim Against a major insurance company. - February 09, 2013 - Metro Detroit Chiropractors
Be The Match® Walk+Run Comes to Dallas
Event brings together marrow donors and transplant patients, highlights the need for unrelated marrow transplants. - February 07, 2013 - Be The Match Walk+Run Dallas
Dancing Dreams Charity That Helps Physically Challenged Children Dance Adds Marketing Exec to Its Board
Joann Ferrara, founder and Executive Director of Dancing Dreams, announced the addition of Nancy Maffucci, a marketing communications executive to its Board of Directors. Maffucci, with more than 25 years experience at major PR and advertising firms including Burson-Marsteller, Cohn & Wolfe and Wunderman, has also held senior communications positions at MasterCard International. She currently serves as EVP, Global Communications at Wunderman, a NYC-based advertising agency. - February 07, 2013 - Dancing Dreams
Breastcancer4partners.com Reveals the 7 Most Desired Gifts on Valentine’s Day for Breast Cancer Partners
Traditional Valentine’s Day gifts can be challenging for men with breast cancer partners. Breastcancer4partners.com has found that women want to feel loved, sexy and to forget about their breast cancer even if just for a moment. The mission for a man whose partner has breast cancer is to distract her from her breast cancer long enough to know that she is loved in a romantic and endless way. - February 05, 2013 - BreastCancer4Partners
Ashley Pecolia, Fashion Designer and Nancy Hamm, Cancer Survivor Join Forces During PLITZS NYC Fashion Show Charity Fundraising Gala
Local fashion designer, AP for Women by Ashley Pecolia is showcasing her designs at PLITZS NYC Fashion Show. In addition, she has taken on a special project and has donated her time and passion for a woman whom she has never met. “It is my sincerest hope that no matter what trials you face in... - January 28, 2013 - Say YES to Hope
Fashion Designers Unite with Cancer Patients at PLITZS NYC Fashion Show Charity Fundraising Gala
Bringing awareness to cancers of the liver, fashion designers and cancer patients from across the United States have partnered to raise funds for YES! BeatLiverTumors.org. - January 27, 2013 - Say YES to Hope
NJ Lt. Governor Joins Eden Autism Services to Cut Ribbon on New Adult Employment Center
More than 100 friends, families and community members gathered on Tuesday, January 22nd to celebrate the opening of Eden Autism Services Briggs/Dobias Adult Employment centers in Hamilton, NJ. The long-awaited opening provides space for gainful employment for more than 60 adults with autism. In... - January 26, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
Three Further Board Members Appointed to EDRIC Limb Deficiency Organisation
Board expanding in 2013 to meet needs of growing success since launch of DysNet online Network. - January 26, 2013 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
Eden Autism Services Florida Names Hector Mellen Advocate 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. Eden Autism Services Florida has recognized Hector Mellen as recipient of the Autism Advocate of the Month award. The award recognizes people... - January 25, 2013 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Anna's Angels Announces 2013 Board of Directors
Triangle, North Carolina-Based Organization Raises Down Syndrome Research Funds for Duke Children's Hospital - January 24, 2013 - queue
Glee Star Lauren Potter to be Special Guest at 10th Annual Anna’s Angels Gala
Actress with Down Syndrome to be Featured Speaker at Anna's Angels Gala. - January 24, 2013 - queue
Autism Gala Celebrates 25 Years of Friends, Family and Community
On Saturday, January 19, 2013, Eden Autism Services celebrated a quarter-century of Eden Dreams, the not-for-profit organization’s annual white-tie dinner gala held each year at the Hyatt Regency Princeton. Raising $140,000 in net proceeds, Dreams of Dreams Remembered commemorated the... - January 24, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
The Simon Foundation for Continence Announces ContinenceCentral.org
The Simon Foundation for Continence announced today its launch of Continence Central (www.continencecentral.org) a unique new website to help the estimated 33 million Americans affected by incontinence that are looking for products and devices to better manage their loss of bladder and/or bowel... - January 22, 2013 - The Simon Foundation for Continence
Naples Invitational Art Fest Announces 2013 Sponsors
Annual event supports autism programs. Eden Autism Services has announced sponsors for the 16th annual Naples Invitational Art Fest. Arthrex, The New York Times, Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner and Driftwood Garden Center are supporting the juried art show, to be held January 26-27 2013 at... - January 20, 2013 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Olympic Skier Julie Parisien Announced as Celebrity Pace-Setter for Upcoming Hear ME Now Charity Ski Race
Olympic and World Cup Alpine skier, Julie Parisien will set the pace for the 11th annual Break the Sound Barrier ski race at Shawnee Peak on Sunday, March 3, 2013. Proceeds benefit hear ME now, Maine’s leading auditory oral education center. - January 20, 2013 - hear ME now
Civilians from the North Become Refugees in South Mali as They Flee Escalating Conflict and the UK Announces Further Placement of UK Military Personnel
Charity World Vision calls for international leaders to uphold international humanitarian laws in Mali, as government troops clash with rebel groups, and children are left most vulnerable. - January 18, 2013 - World Vision UK
Polycystic Kidney Disease Patient Shares Unique Story
Lori, a Polycystic Kidney Disease patient, knows that living a healthy life is important. Her personal story offers chronic kidney disease patients some helpful hints for living well. - January 18, 2013 - Hamilton Chapter, PKD Foundation of Canada
Easter Seals Florida to Acquire Eden Autism Services Florida
Acquisition expected to be finalized by February 1, 2013 Easter Seals Florida and Eden Autism Services based in Princeton, New Jersey, announced January 1 that Easter Seals Florida is acquiring Eden Autism Services Florida. The acquisition is expected to be finalized by February 1. Easter Seals is... - January 17, 2013 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Healthy Heritage Movement Hosts "Third Annual Honoring the Dream Candle Light Prayer Vigil"
Hundreds expected including business leaders, faith-based leaders, elected officials and citizens to come together in prayer and unity. - January 16, 2013 - Healthy Heritage Movement, Inc.
Thalassemia Gene Therapy Study Begins Treating Participants
The first U.S.-based clinical trial in gene therapy has begun treating trial participants. This important Phase 1 trial introduces a functional version of a beta-globin gene into patients' stem cells. - January 13, 2013 - Cooley's Anemia Foundation
Center for Autism and Related Disorders Partners with Paper Clouds Apparel to Launch Custom-Ordered Shirts Designed by Children with Autism
The product line, which features high-quality bamboo shirts, prints and greeting cards utilizes artwork created by clients of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) and launched on www.papercloudsapparel.com beginning January 7. - January 10, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Special Equestrians Visits Eden School
Students with autism meet therapy horses. - January 10, 2013 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Human Growth Foundation to Host “Step Up and Walk” Event, Raising Awareness of Growth Hormone Deficiency
Human Growth Foundation, a national non-profit organization, will host its 1st Annual 4.8K Step Up and Walk fundraiser on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Flushing Meadows – Corona Park in Queens, New York. - January 09, 2013 - Human Growth Foundation
Global Burden of Indoor Air Contaminants
The Global Indoor Health Network announces its expanded and updated position statement titled “Common Toxins in our Homes, Schools and Workplaces.” GIHN added an important, new section that presents statistics and financial costs of indoor air contaminants and the impact on our global economy. As you read this new section, you will understand the enormous impact on our global society as literally millions of individuals and families are harmed by indoor air pollutants. - January 09, 2013 - Global Indoor Health Network
Announcing the 11th Annual "Break the Sound Barrier" Ski Race
Announcing the 11th Annual "Break the Sound Barrier" Ski Race on March 3rd at Shawnee Peak (Bridgeton, ME) to benefit Hear ME Now! Programs for Children and Adults with Hearing Loss. - January 06, 2013 - hear ME now
ISLA President Wins 2013 Lifesaver of the Year Award
ISLA President, Henry Reyes, was awarded the title of “Lifesaver of the Year.” Henry competed against nine other finalists; all nominated for their impact on the lives of others in a water-related capacity. The winner was chosen based off votes from the Lifesaver Facebook Application. Voting took place from December 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012. - January 05, 2013 - International Surf Lifesaving Association (ISLA)
Mountain West Dental Institute to Open in Denver
The Metropolitan Denver Dental Society (MDDS), host of the annual Rocky Mountain Dental Convention, has just purchased property at 925 Lincoln St. Denver, CO in the prestigious Beauvallon Building. This first story, 9570 sq. ft. retail condo on the corner of 9th & Lincoln will house the new... - January 03, 2013 - Metro Denver Dental Society
Make 2013 the Year Children Stop Dying from Sarcoma Cancer
Sarcoma is a particularly deadly cancer that effects people of all ages but one strain, Rhabdomyosarcoma, mainly targets children under the age of 15. According to statistics from the National Institute of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, there are approximately 6000 new cases a year and the survival... - December 31, 2012 - Jareds Juggernaut To Cure Sarcoma
2012 Year in Review – Drug-Free South Makes Major Strides with Tennessee Drug Education
The Truth About Drugs materials provide teachers, law enforcement and community groups with effective drug education tools. - December 29, 2012 - Drug Free South
Naples Invitational Art Fest Announces 2013 Judges
Annual event supports autism programs - December 23, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
SATA CommHealth Wins the Singapore Prestige Brand Award in the Special Merit Category
SATA CommHealth having celebrated its 65th Anniversary in October this year received more accolades when it clinched the Singapore Prestige Brands Award (SPBA) in the Special Merit category. SATA CommHealth (formerly known as the Singapore Anti-Tuberculosis Association or SATA), has a... - December 22, 2012 - SATA CommHealth
Thalidomide Survivors from European Limb Deficiency Organisation Welcome Ten Year Funding Grant from UK Government
EDRIC, the European umbrella group founded by thalidomide survivors welcome the UK government's agreement for a decade of funding. - December 22, 2012 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
Leading Healthcare Elective Provider, Work the World, Launches a New Student Elective Programme in the Philippines
Work the World offers medical, nursing and midwifery students the chance to combine high-quality electives with a fascinating insight into the challenges of healthcare delivery in Southeast Asia’s most beautiful destination. - December 19, 2012 - Work the World
Paramus Mental Health Care Agency Offers Advice and Counseling for Dealing with Tragedy in Newtown, CT
Care Plus NJ, Inc. offers professional advice from the NJ Traumatic Loss Coalition expert on how to speak with your children about the tragedy in Newtown, CT. - December 17, 2012 - Care Plus NJ, Inc.
Eden Autism Services Florida Names Liz Quinter Advocate 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. - December 15, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
A Tradition of Giving with SATA CommHealth Greeting Seals
In November, the SATA CommHealth seals were awarded third prize in the International Union against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (IUATLD) Annual Christmas Seals Exhibit and Contest. The contest was held during the 43rd Union World Conference on Lung Health in Kuala Lumpur from 13-17 November 2012 at the KL Convention Centre, Malaysia. The production of the “SATA CommHealth Seals” was an annual affair in the past and was used mainly for fund raising. - December 13, 2012 - SATA CommHealth
Eden Students Participate in Soapfest’s Art-4-Autism
Weekend’s Proceeds Benefit Children’s Charities - December 09, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
The Whittier Rio Hondo Aids Project & P.E.A.R.L. Project Present a Special Free Screening of Straightlaced - How Gender’s Got Us All Tied Up
The Whittier Rio Hondo AIDS Project and Pearl present a one night only screening of the gender questioning Straightlaced – How Gender’s Got us all Tied Up Thursday, December 20, 2012 at The Christopher Wahl Center located at 12401 Slauson Avenue, Unit G, Whittier, California 90603 at 6:30PM. - December 08, 2012 - Whittier Rio Hondo AIDS Project
Dr. George Hanna Donates 75K (Mobile Dental Clinics)
Dr. George Hanna organized a project with the Lebanese Dental Association to provide free basic dental care/awareness, exam and x-rays. - December 07, 2012 - Lebanese Dental Association-Mobile Dental Clinics
Eden Dreams Autism Gala Celebrates 25 Years
Dreams of Dreams Remembered, will be a glittering celebration of 25 years of the magic of Eden Dreams, and the strength of the community of individuals and organizations that support Eden Autism Services through this unique event. William Christopher, who played Father Mulcahy in the hit TV series MASH, will emcee the event. - December 06, 2012 - Eden Autism Services
Hepatitis B Foundation Receives $125,000 Grant from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Nonprofit Selected by CDC for Leadership of Hep B United Philadelphia Campaign - December 06, 2012 - Hepatitis B Foundation
Compass to Care, a Nonprofit Childhood Cancer Organization, Introduces "Send a Dina Doll Home for the Holidays – to a Child Braving Cancer"
2000 DINA DOLLS to be donated and 100% of proceeds help children with cancer travel for treatment - December 05, 2012 - Compass to Care
The Simon Foundation for Continence Announces International Conference - Innovating for Continence 2013: The Engineering Challenge
On April 12-13, 2013, The Simon Foundation for Continence will host its 4th international conference, Innovating for Continence: The Engineering Challenge. The biennial conference is held in Chicago and attracts speakers from a wide range of disciplines; particularly from those whose breakthrough... - December 05, 2012 - The Simon Foundation for Continence
Drug-Free South Reaches Out
Two Tennesseans are responsible for more than 10,000 youth receiving information on the Truth About Drugs. - December 05, 2012 - Drug Free South
European Limb Loss Day 2012: Paralympics Celebrated Athletes with Limb Difference But More Must be Done to Improve Lives of Everyone with Limb Loss
The second ELLD held within the UN International Day for Persons with Disabilities highlights difficulties faced by people with limb loss. - December 02, 2012 - DysNet Limb Difference Network