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ShopAKIRA.com to Donate Proceeds from October Sales to the Beautiful Day Foundation in Honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month - October 12, 2010 - Beautiful Day Foundation

Beautiful Days in October

The Beautiful Day Foundation’s October Calendar: Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2010 - October 11, 2010 - Beautiful Day Foundation

Join WaterAid's 10,000 Steps a Day to Stay Fit and Healthy for Summer

Walk4Water is a national fundraising event coordinated by WaterAid. 1st – 31st October is officially Walk4Water month, which coincides with National Water Week in October. The concept is simple, register to walk 10,000 steps a day with your friends or workmates and raise funds to help end water poverty. Make a difference by getting fit, you'll also save the planet from carbon emissions - 67.5kg for every 10,000 steps. First 1000 people to register online will get a free pedometer. - October 08, 2010 - WaterAid

Eden School Ribbon Cutting Scheduled for October 11

A formal ribbon cutting ceremony to officially open a school for children with autism will be held on Oct. 11, 10 a.m. at Eden Autism Services Florida, located at First Presbyterian Church, 2438 2nd Street in Fort Myers. Eden Autism Services’ president and CEO Tom McCool, Eden Florida... - October 07, 2010 - Eden Autism Services Florida

IAPAM's hCG Training Helps Physicians Profitably Grow their Practices

The IAPAM's Physician hCG Weight Loss Training offers doctors a unique opportunity to learn the best practices and latest trends on using hCG for weight loss. This program combines the steps on how to incorporate a medical weight loss program into your practice, along with the latest clinical information. Physicians who complete the program will also be eligible to participate in the IAPAM's exclusive hCG medical malpractice program. - October 07, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

WERF Congratulates Robert Edwards on Nobel Prize: IVF Has Helped Thousands of Women with Endometriosis

The World Endometriosis Research Foundation (WERF) congratulates Professor Robert (Bob) Edwards for his outstanding scientific achievement in helping millions of infertile women have families. - October 07, 2010 - World Endometriosis Research Foundation

Eden President & CEO, Dr. Tom McCool Named Innovator of the Year

Thomas P. McCool Ed.D, President & CEO of Eden Autism Services has been named Innovator of the Year by the Princeton Regional Chamber of Commerce. “It is a thrill and an honor to be selected as Innovator of the Year,” says McCool. I have been with Eden since 2005 and during that... - October 06, 2010 - Eden Autism Services

Easter Seals South Florida Small Miracle in Miami Luncheon Raised $275,000

During a very special hour on August 26 at the University of Miami – Hurricane 100 room, another small miracle happened for Easter Seals South Florida - $275,000 raised. 180 new friends, old friends and community leaders gathered to learn more about Easter Seals impact in Miami. Ricardo, an... - October 05, 2010 - Easter Seals South Florida

Wellness House of Annapolis Celebrates Growth, Gardens and a New Film at Annual Fundraiser

The 2010 La Fiesta del Verano annual fundraiser raised nearly $40,000 for Wellness House of Annapolis as it helps cancer patients and their loved ones recover health and well-being through participation in free support programs and services. More than 240 attendees enjoyed the outdoor celebration... - October 02, 2010 - Wellness House of Annapolis

United Cancer Advocacy Action Network Brings an Even Bigger Event to the Canyon in Agoura Hills

Local charity organization does it again with even bigger fun-raising event to be held at The Canyon in Agoura Hills, including Big Celebrity Auction Items. - October 02, 2010 - United Cancer Advocacy Action Network

IAPAM's hCG Training Educates Physicians in Medical Weight Management Best Practices

The IAPAM is committed to educating physicians in the industry’s best practices for medical weight loss management. - October 01, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

Eden Autism Services Begins Construction for New School

Eden Autism Services began construction on its new, uniquely designed autism school. - September 30, 2010 - Eden Autism Services

IAPAM Links MedSpa Growth to Demand for Physician Botox Training

The IAPAM recently identified a correlation between the increase in physicians engaging in the IAPAM’s comprehensive, hands-on Botox Training, and the significant growth in botox and dermal filler procedures. - September 29, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

"Taste of the World" Gala on October 10th, 5-9 pm at the Hyatt Regency in Downtown Atlanta

The Africa’s Children’s Fund in association with The Children’s Cross Connection International will host “Taste of the World” gala on October 10th, 5-9 pm at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Atlanta. Taste of the World is one of the most exciting events in Metropolitan... - September 26, 2010 - children's cross connection international

Organic Gardening Classes Offered at the Garden at Eden

The Garden at Eden, Naples’ only community-based organic training farm, will open its grounds to the public for the 2010 growing season and offer a variety of organic gardening classes and seminars. Located at 2101 County Barn Road in Naples, the garden is operated by Eden Autism Services... - September 26, 2010 - Eden Autism Services Florida

Eden Unveils Autism Advocate Award, Names Hagen First Recipient

Eden Autism Services Florida launched an Advocate of the Month award to recognize people who are advocates for autism by increasing awareness, raising funds or providing leadership in support of autism. Fort Myers resident Elly Hagen was selected as the first recipient earlier this month. Hagen... - September 25, 2010 - Eden Autism Services Florida

IAPAM Launches New "Ask an Expert hCG Questions" Website for Members

In support of providing ongoing education to IAPAM members, and particularly to members who have completed the IAPAM's hCG Medical Weight Management Training, the IAPAM has launched a new web-page showcasing critical questions and expert answers for physicians who are implementing the exclusive IAPAM hCG Protocol. - September 24, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

Health and Fitness Day Just for Women is September 29

Organized and promoted by the HIRC, National Women's Health and Fitness Day was created to encourage women to take control of their health, to learn the facts they need to make good health choices, and to make time for regular physical activity. - September 24, 2010 - Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island

High Cholesterol Can be Life-Threatening, the Good News is That It Can be Lowered

September is National Cholesterol Education Month, and the NPALI in conjunction with the CDC recommends residents across Long Island get their blood cholesterol checked and take steps to lower it if it is high. - September 24, 2010 - Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island

IAPAM Training Emphasizes the Importance of Pharmaceutical hCG for Safe Weight Loss

The IAPAM reports on the dangers of improperly sourced hCG for medical weight loss programs, and educates doctors on how to safely source hCG and how to effectively and profitably deliver an hCG Weight Loss Program to their patients. One critical success factor is to complete expert training through programs like the IAPAM's hCG Physician Training Program. - September 16, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

Eden Autism Services Breaks Ground for New School

Eden Autism Services will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on September 23, 2010 at 10:00 at 2 Merwick Road, Princeton, NJ (In the Princeton Forrestal Village) for it's new uniquely designed school for children with autism. - September 15, 2010 - Eden Autism Services

2010 National Walk Now for Autism Speaks Will be Held November 6th on the National Mall

Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism science and advocacy organization, will host the 10th annual National Walk Now for Autism Speaks on Saturday, November 6, 2010 at The National Mall. All event proceeds support Autism Speaks’ work to increase awareness about the growing autism... - September 11, 2010 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Offers a Chance to Vacation for a Cause

Sign up Now for Spring Offerings from The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training - September 10, 2010 - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Botox Training Strong Despite Economy Says IAPAM

To date, all of the 2010 IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium events have sold out. These respected and well attended multi-day educational programs are coveted training forums for physicians eager to safely, profitably and successfully add botox, hCG medical weight loss, and other aesthetic modalities to their existing practices, or to launch a medical spa. Today, the IAPAM announced that there are additional spaces available in its upcoming Symposiums. - September 10, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

The Teenager Who Will Forever Make a Difference

Second Annual “Volley for Molly” Tournament to raise money for Ovarian Cancer. - September 10, 2010 - Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer

Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer Presents 5th Annual Fashion Show and Design Competition

Ovarian cancer non-profit kicking off Boston Fashion Week - September 01, 2010 - Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer

Third Annual Walk to Honor Teacher and Mother

Morast Walk in Bridgewater Raises Money for Ovarian Cancer and Scholarship - September 01, 2010 - Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer

Wine for a Cure, a Benefit for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is proud to announce the Third Annual Wine for a Cure to take place on Saturday, September 25th, 2010 at John Madden’s Goal Line Productions in Pleasanton. Dr. Karen Hardy will be recognized as the Wine for a Cure, Caregiver of the Year. Wine for a Cure is... - August 29, 2010 - Cystic Fibrosis Research, Inc.

Eden Autism Services Florida to Benefit from Annual Gala Hispanos Unidos

The Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce Council of Hispanic Business Professionals has selected Eden Autism Services Florida to benefit from its second annual Gala Hispanos Unidos, to be held September 25 at the Naples Beach Club. The annual event was conceived as a way for the council to generate... - August 28, 2010 - Eden Autism Services Florida

Painting the Town Pink with a Sticky Message

The Beautiful Day Foundation, the organization raising awareness about breast cancer, known for educating and outreaching at college campuses, goes out in the streets in an effort to Paint the Town Pink. The foundation kicked off a sticker campaign at San Diego Comic-Con 2010, the global pop... - August 27, 2010 - Beautiful Day Foundation

Eden Opens New School for Children with Autism in Fort Myers; McKay Scholarship Applications Due September 1

Eden Autism Services Florida, a division of New Jersey non-profit Eden Autism Services, is opening a school for children with autism in Fort Myers this 2010-11 school year. Eden accepts the McKay scholarship offered through the state of Florida and the deadline to apply is September 1, for... - August 25, 2010 - Eden Autism Services Florida

Local Non-Profits Form "Voices for Recovery Coalition" to Increase Awareness of Substance Use Disorders in Sacramento

The Voices for Recovery Coalition will host a Rolling-For-Recovery Bowl-a-Thon on September 18, 2010. This family-oriented community event is intended to increase public awareness of substance use disorders and what local leaders are doing about it. It also will educate people about the positive effect that treatment and recovery can have on loved ones and the community’s well-being, and celebrate people in recovery – as well as those who help them. - August 22, 2010 - Another Choice, Another Chance

Visit the Hall of Veterinary Health at the NYS Fair in Syracuse, August 26 - September 6, 2010

Pet owners and animal lovers are invited to the popular Hall of Veterinary Health at the New York State Fair in Syracuse, NY, to talk with veterinarians, learn about the diversity of careers in veterinary medicine, listen to different animals' heartbeats, watch videos of actual animal surgeries, attend live demonstrations, and enjoy seeing many different exhibits in air-conditioned comfort. - August 20, 2010 - New York State Veterinary Medical Society

Botox Training with the IAPAM Can Help Physicians Boost Profits

As the demand for minimally-invasive treatments continues to rise, specifically Botox and cosmetic injectables, physicians who are expertly trained through accredited programs like the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine's (IAPAM's) Aesthetic Medicine Symposium, can capture the lion's share of this growing market. - August 19, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

Buteyko Clinic's Natural Asthma Treatment is Featured in MN Health Care News Magazine

For the countless asthma sufferers in the US and worldwide what are the options to treat this chronic illness? The Buteyko Clinic in Minneapolis offers a very effective natural breathing therapy that, when used as adjunct to carefully considered conventional treatment, might send asthma into... - August 15, 2010 - Buteyko Clinic USA

Toastmasters International Announces a New Club Forming at the Jennifer Diamond Cancer Foundation Resource Center in Chatsworth, CA - www.toastmasters.org

Toastmasters International is launching a new club at the Jennifer Diamond Cancer Foundation Resource Center, 9410 Owensmouth Avenue, Chatsworth, CA 91311, to speak about your cancer experience in a safe and supportive environment. Communicating about cancer with your loved ones and doctors is an... - August 14, 2010 - Toastmasters Chatsworth

IAPAM Announces New Spanish Version of Its hCG Weight Loss Resource

The IAPAM is committed to providing physicians with the industry's best resources for hCG and medical weight loss management. In today's global economy, Spanish-speaking consumers and businesses account for almost 20 percent of all gross spending. Spanish is the official language of 24 countries and is spoken as a first language by over 400 million potential patients around the world. To serve this growing market segment, the IAPAM has announced that it now offers its hCG Guide in Spanish. - August 14, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

IAPAM Enhances "Resources" Section with the Latest Cosmetic Laser and Skin Rejuvenation Advancements

The IAPAM has just added two new sections to its globally-respected website (http://www.iapam.com/resources). This new web content focuses on Laser & Light Devices and Skin Resurfacing. As part of the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine's website, the Resources Sections provide doctors around the world with treatment-focused content and timely intelligence on the aesthetic medicine industry's leading procedures, such as Botox and medical weight loss. - August 12, 2010 - International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine

NPALI Say Update Immunizations to Prevent Serious, Life-Threatening Illnesses

"Regardless of age, sex, race, ethnic background, getting immunized is a lifelong, life-protecting responsibility," said Dr. Mary Beth Petraco, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, chair of the NPALI. - August 11, 2010 - Nurse Practitioner Association of Long Island

Eden Honors Student Accomplishments

Students, parents and special guests gathered at Eden Autism Services’ Eimerman Education Center on June 8 to celebrate student achievement. One student, 18-year-old Hannah Kandel of Naples, received her certificate of completion for her general studies, and 14 other students received awards... - August 07, 2010 - Eden Autism Services Florida

Edward Boyer to be Inducted Into Virginia Aviation Hall of Fame

For his achievements in creating a national system of charitable medical air transportation, Edward R. Boyer of Virginia Beach has been selected by the Virginia Aeronautical Historical Society for induction into the Virginia Aviation Hall of Fame. - August 06, 2010 - Mercy Medical Airlift

Eden Autism 5K and Fun Run Sponsored by Munich Re Breaks Fundraising Record

The 7th Annual Eden Autism 5K and Fun Run sponsored by Munich Re took place on July 18, 2010 and broke the event's fundraising record by raising more than $80,000 in net proceeds. - July 25, 2010 - Eden Autism Services

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Introduces Four New Board Members and Officers

The Suncoast Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Introduces Four New Board Members and Officers. - July 16, 2010 - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Suncoast Chapter

Free Mental Health Programs in Five Languages Offered Through NAMI-OC

By offering Family-to-Family classes in Vietnamese, Korean, Spanish and Farsi/Persian, NAMI-OC and MECCA will be able to reach families who struggle with the day-to-day complexities of caring for a loved one with a serious mental health diagnosis. In addition, classes in Arabic will be added in January 2011. - July 11, 2010 - NAMI-OC

Eden Announces Plans for New School in Fort Myers

Eden Autism Services Florida, the Naples-based division of New Jersey non-profit Eden Autism Services, is planning a school for children with autism in Fort Myers. It currently operates a school in Naples, and adult programs with facilities and group homes in Naples, Fort Myers and Cape... - July 10, 2010 - Eden Autism Services Florida

An EHCA Employee Named DSP of the Year in Pennsylvania

The American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR) recently awarded Barb Sanders, a 30-year employee of EHCA and Erie, PA, resident, its 2010 Direct Support Professional of the Year in Pennsylvania. - July 09, 2010 - Erie Homes for Children and Adults, Inc. (EHCA)

SAI International's Soy Beverage Enriched with Bioactive Peptides from Soy and Whey Proteins Lower Blood Sugar and HbA1c in a Multicenter Clinical Study

American diabetes association’s 70th scientific sessions were held recently in Orlando, Florida. This is a great annual event where the world's greatest annual research and clinical meeting on diabetes takes place. - July 08, 2010 - SAI International

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