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Code Red is an Endorsed Vendor for the Illinois State Dental Society

Code Red has been selected to provide AEDs and CPR/First Aid Training for the Illinois State Dental Society. - May 29, 2009 - Code Red, LLC

American Cancer Society - Relay for Life of Clark Joins Nationwide Movement to Celebrate "25 Years of Hope"

Event scheduled on June 12th to Honor Survivors and Remember Those Lost to Cancer. - May 21, 2009 - American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Rahway NJ

Voluntary Register for Complementary Healthcare Opens to Aromatherapists

The Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council has just opened its register to aromatherapists which means that members of the public will be able to choose their practitioner in confidence that they meet national standards of practice. Established as a voluntary regulator in April 2008 with the... - May 17, 2009 - Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council

Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Announces Golf Outing to Raise Funds for Pancreatic Cancer Research

The Detroit affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network will hold its third annual “Links for a Cure” golf event to raise money for pancreatic cancer research. The event will take place on Monday, June 1 at the exclusive Tam O’Shanter Country Club in West Bloomfield... - May 16, 2009 - The Detroit affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network

Valentine and Tina: Love in the Time of Crystal Methamphetamine

Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel on May 11, 2009 to hear Petros Levounis's interview. One Hour at a Time with host Mary Woods and guest host Dr. Mark Green airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - May 10, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services

New CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid Combo Book Release from ASHI

The American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) introduces an enhanced, content-rich upgrade to the CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid Combo Program. - May 08, 2009 - Health & Safety Institute (HSI)

Health & Safety Institute and National Traffic Safety Institute Announces Partnership

Health & Safety Institute (HSI) and National Traffic Safety Institute (NTSI) announced today a partnership between the two national training organizations to offer expanded education and training opportunities in the areas of driver safety and emergency care. - May 08, 2009 - Health & Safety Institute (HSI)

Nationwide American Cancer Society Study Looks to Union & Middlesex County, NJ for Participants

New Jersey Residents Can Have Direct Impact on Cancer Research. A Little of your time can make a Huge difference in the Fight Against Cancer. - May 06, 2009 - American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Rahway NJ

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder - Myths and Truths

Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel on April 27, 2009 to hear Diane Davey’s interview. One Hour at a Time with host Mary Woods and guest host Dr. Mark Green airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - April 26, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services

This Ministry Would Not Exist Without Them

L.I.F.E. Ministries’ facilitators conduct sexual addiction recovery support groups in churches across the country and abroad. “Without our support group facilitators, this ministry would not exist,” exclaims Johna Hale, Executive Director. Answering the call from group starters and group facilitators, L.I.F.E. Ministries has released a DVD resource on starting, running, and building a sexual integrity ministry. - April 24, 2009 - L.I.F.E. Ministries

Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue to Participate in Project E.A.G.L.E

Project E.A.G.L.E. – Winter Haven, Florida attracts a variety of groups from across the state to participate in its annual clean up of area lakes. - April 21, 2009 - Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue

Faces of Combat: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury

Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel on April 20, 2009 to hear Eric Newhouse’s interview. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - April 19, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services

Asia Pacific Warmly Welcomes the Regional Head Quarter of International Association of Medical Tourism (IAMT) Upon Its Inauguration

IAMT has opened its regional office for the Asia Pacific region. This office will provide logistic support for IAMT's global operations as well provide information about US and Europe hospitals to patients in Asia Pacific countries. - April 15, 2009 - International Wellness and Healthcare Travel Association (IWHTA)

Healthcare Reform & Addiction Treatment - Interview with Ronald W. Manderscheid, Ph.D on One Hour at a Time with host Mary Woods of WestBridge

Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel on April 13, 2009 to hear Ronald W. Manderscheid’s interview. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - April 11, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services

New CPR / AED Release from American Safety & Health Institute

The American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) introduces an enhanced, content-rich upgrade to the CPR and AED for the Community and Workplace program. - April 10, 2009 - Health & Safety Institute (HSI)

In the Light of the High Teenage Pregnancy Rate in the UK, New Blog Invites Debate Over What We Tell Young People About Sex

Jane Thomas, author of www.WaysWomenOrgasm.org, proposes that sex education for teenagers (especially girls) should cover not only the reproductive facts but also how they can enjoy a sexual relationship. - April 08, 2009 - WaysWomenOrgasm.org

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Substance Abuse in Returning Iraqi and Afghanistan Veterans, on One Hour at a Time with Host Mary Woods of Westbridge

Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel on April 6, 2009 to hear Dr. Potenza’s interview. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - April 04, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services

International Non-Profit Organization Formed to Make Quality Health Care Accessible to All

The organization aims to offer medical guidance, treatment, and assistance to the uninsured, under-insured and anyone within the U.S. in need of additional resources. - April 03, 2009 - International Wellness and Healthcare Travel Association (IWHTA)

Autism Speaks Announces National Capital Area Walk Now for Autism Will be Held on October 31, 2009 on the National Mall

Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism advocacy organization, today announced the date for the National Capital Area Walk Now for Autism. All event proceeds support Autism Speaks who’s mission is to increase awareness about the growing autism epidemic, raise funds for research,... - April 02, 2009 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area

The Newly Launched Website www.WaysWomenOrgasm.org Invites Women to Share Their Experiences of Sexual Arousal and Orgasm with a Partner

Jane Thomas, author of www.WaysWomenOrgasm.org, suggests “There is nothing either easy or automatic about female orgasm, especially during sex with a partner.” - March 25, 2009 - WaysWomenOrgasm.org

We Got Parity, What Now? - an Interview with Chris Crosby by Host Mary Woods of WestBridge Community Services

Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel to hear Chris Crosby’s interview – and many other intriguing interviews. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. Have a question during the show? The listener call in number is 1-866-472-5792. - March 18, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services

Jane Thomas Announces the Launch of WaysWomenOrgasm.org, a Blog-Based Forum for Women of All Ages, Which Takes a Fresh Approach to Discussing Women’s Sexuality

Jane Thomas, author of WaysWomenOrgasm.org, is committed to providing better sex information to women and their partners so that couples can make sex even better in long-term sexual relationships. - March 17, 2009 - WaysWomenOrgasm.org

Re-Launch of Local Organization for Medical Anomalies

The Because I Care Foundation, Inc. is re-organizing to better serve and create awareness for people with Klippel Trenaunay Syndrome (KTS) and other similar lymphatic and vascular malformations. - March 15, 2009 - Because I Care Foundation

International Eye Care Organization Himalayan Cataract Project Earns a Rare Fourth Consecutive 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator

The Himalayan Cataract Project works to eradicate preventable and curable blindness through high-quality ophthalmic care, education and the establishment of a world-class eye care infrastructure in the Himalaya and Sub-Saharan Africa. - March 14, 2009 - Himalayan Cataract Project

The Connection Between Sound and Healing - on One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods from WestBridge Community Services

Tune in to www.health.voiceamerica.com on Monday at 3pm EST for Mary Woods’ One Hour at a Time show to hear Steven Halpern discuss this fascinating topic. - March 11, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services

Diabetes Social Networks Help People with Diabetes Not Feel Alone

Since it was founded in March 2007, TuDiabetes.com, a social network for people touched by diabetes, has been called MySpace on Insulin and a Facebook for diabetes. As the community approaches its second anniversary, it continues to offer emotional support and diabetes management information to... - March 10, 2009 - Diabetes Hands Foundation

Kelly Chicas, Psychotherapist Announces "Relationship Rescue" Workshop on March 18, 25 and April 1, 2009

Kelly Chicas of Albuquerque Family Counseling is committed to assisting the non-traditional individual, couple or family with improving their lives through the workshops such as “Relationship Rescue.” - March 08, 2009 - Albuquerque Family Counseling

Kelly Chicas, Psychotherapist Announces “Money Habitudes” Workshop on March 19, 2009

Kelly Chicas of Albuquerque Family Counseling is committed to assisting the non-traditional individual, couple or family with improving their lives through the workshops such as “Money Habitudes.” - March 08, 2009 - Albuquerque Family Counseling

Addiction and Mental Health:The Chicken or the Egg and Who is in Control of That Brain?

Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel to hear Dr. Benarroche’s interview on March 2, 2009 – and many other intriguing interviews. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - February 28, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services

Himalayan Institute Introduces World's First Ecologically Sound Neti Pot

The Himalayan Institute, original importers of neti pots to the U.S. market, has introduced the world's first ecologically sound neti pot manufactured completely out of bioplastic. The Neti-Wash Eco Neti Pot is a part of the Himalayan Institute's mission to provide products and services for a healthy mind, body and spirit with a minimum of impact on the earth. - February 27, 2009 - Himalayan Institute

New Daily Persistent Headache is Special Focus of Neurologist at Michigan Head•Pain & Neurological Institute

Neurologist and headache specialist will focus on distinctive and disabling condition. - February 27, 2009 - Michigan Head Pain & Neurological Institute

The Brain Injury Association of Connecticut Announces Concussion Awareness is the March 2009 Brain Injury Awareness Theme

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. BIAC is a NFP organization that supports brain injury survivors and their families while increasing community understanding of brain injury and its prevention. This is accomplished through a variety of programs and services provided free of charge. - February 27, 2009 - Brain Injury Association of Connecticut

The Wellness Community Offers Personal Training Program for NJ Marathon

If you’ve ever wished you had a personal trainer to help you prepare for a marathon or half marathon, now is your chance. The Wellness Community - Northern Jersey Shore is offering a comprehensive training program to help prepare for the NJ Marathon and the Long Branch Half Marathon in exchange for joining the Strides for Hope- Team Wellness charity marathon training team. All proceeds will support the free programs for people with cancer at The Wellness Community in Eatontown. - February 25, 2009 - The Wellness Community Northern Jersey Shore

Kelly Chicas, Psychotherapist Announces Launch of New Blog, Albuquerque Family Counseling

Kelly Chicas of Albuquerque Family Counseling is committed to assisting the non-traditional individual, couple or family with improving their lives through the addition of the Albuquerque Family Counseling blog. - February 23, 2009 - Albuquerque Family Counseling

mumms® Software Announces Major Program Update - PAS™ Version 12.0.0

Now more than ever, data collection and reporting is essential in managing a successful hospice organization. In response to this increasing need, mumms® Software is announcing a major update to its Patient Activity and Statistics (PAS™) program. PAS™ 12.0.0 will be provided to all... - February 21, 2009 - mumms Software

The Funny Side of Sobriety

Tune in to www.voiceamerica.com, Health and Wellness channel to hear Jack Lynch’s interview – and many other intriguing interviews. One Hour at a Time with Mary Woods airs Mondays at 3pm EST, with all previous shows available for download at any time. - February 21, 2009 - WestBridge Community Services

Georgia Residents Lobby Congress to Fight Arthritis

Key Arthritis Advocates from all over Ga. will be on Capitol Hill from March 2-4, 2009 as part of the Arthritis Foundation’s 11th annual Advocacy and Kids’ Summit. Several Georgia children and adults who have arthritis will meet with members of Congress to let them know that more needs... - February 20, 2009 - Arthritis Foundation Georgia Chapter

IMA President Paul Derstine Announces Retirement

Paul Derstine, president and chief executive officer of IMA World Health for 17 years, has announced his decision to retire late in 2009. During his tenure, IMA has grown from a small non-profit distributor of donated medical products to an internationally recognized leader in the global health... - February 08, 2009 - IMA World Health

PMRESTA is Pleased to Announce CPAP Training and Certification

Pennsylvania Department of Health EMS Information Bulletin - #060 reads in part, ". . . .The Statewide BLS Protocols are written to allow EMS practitioners who have the appropriate training to administer CPAP in accordance with BLS Protocols or medical command orders." - February 05, 2009 - Pocono Mountains Regional Emergency Services Training Academy

Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue Assists in Search for Marcia Hulihan

Part of a multi-team effort, the Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue team assisted in the search for 50-year-old Marcia Hulihan, of Sebastian, Florida. - February 04, 2009 - Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue

HSI Announces New Board Member - Dr. Richard Abraham

Health & Safety Institute (HSI) family of brands, comprised of American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI), Medic First Aid International, and 24-7 EMS, welcomes Dr. Richard Abraham to the HSI Board of Directors. - January 31, 2009 - Health & Safety Institute (HSI)

Seventh Annual Bethesda Triathlon Benefits Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks Announces Seventh Bethesda Triathlon The National Capital Area chapter of Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism advocacy organization, today announced the opening of registration for the 7th Bethesda Triathlon to benefit Autism Speaks. Event Chair Peter Beveridge will be... - January 28, 2009 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area

International Suicide Prevention Association Offers Hope During Tough Economic Times

The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) has published a paper entitled, “Suicide and the economic depression: reflections on suicide during the Great Depression” which concludes that there was only a slight increase in deaths by suicide during the Great Depression. - January 26, 2009 - International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)

IMA World Health Receives $250,000 Gift from F. Dohmen Foundation

IMA World Health, a Maryland-based global health care nonprofit, was one of the first to receive a gift from a newly-formed foundation of the F. Dohmen Company. - January 24, 2009 - IMA World Health

Health & Safety Institute is Growing with Addition of 24-7 EMS

Health & Safety Institute (HSI), comprised of American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) and MEDIC FIRST AID International, is pleased to announce the addition of 24-7 EMS to its family of brands. - January 22, 2009 - Health & Safety Institute (HSI)

Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue Team Assists in Search for Missing Immokalee Boy

The Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue Team (FL-3) joins search for missing six-year old Adji Desir in Immokalee, Florida. Fifteen members of the Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue Team, accompanied by members of the Tampa Bay Search and Rescue Team, assisted the Collier County Sheriff’s... - January 22, 2009 - Florida-3 Airboat Search and Rescue

ODAF (Organ Donor Awareness Foundation) to Hold “Party Hearty” Fundraiser at Pangaea Hard Rock Lounge in Hollywood, Florida on February 12th, 2009

ODAF (Organ Donor Awareness Foundation) is hosting a fundraising event, “Party Hearty” at the Pangaea Hard Rock Lounge on February 12th. Not only does ODAF promote organ donation awareness, it also focuses on the families of organ donor “heroes” who are left behind, providing scholarships for college and vocational schooling and funds for family necessities. - January 18, 2009 - Organ Donor Awareness Foundation

Recent Headlines Within Voluntary Health Organizations

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Within Voluntary Health Organizations