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Uniquely DC - Maryland Event Production Company Creates World's 2nd Largest Sitting Lincoln Statue for Events and Educational Programs

Local Maryland Event Company Owner brings his inspiration from the Lincoln Memorial to the People. Peter Smith, owner of Uniquely DC in Gaithersburg, MD is a 35 year veteran of the special events and production industry having produced thousands of events around the world. After relocating to... - January 04, 2019 - Uniquely DC, LLC

Mrs. Odil Nyombo Wade Speaks Up for Women, Girls, and the Youth During DR Congo's Election

Being the voice of women, girls, and children suffering from violence, rape, and trauma from the effects of war in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is the mission of Mrs. Odil Nyombo Wade and the Congo Diaspora USA. - January 01, 2019 - MG&A Global

Globtec Investment Group Announces $170 Million Investment in Public Infrastructure and Real Estate Projects in the Visegrád States

Globtec Investment Group, a leading global investor in innovative infrastructure projects, today announced it is making a major and highly-anticipated entry to the European Union market. The company is investing $170 million in capital in public infrastructure and real estate projects in the V4, in partnership with an international investor consortium. Globtec is currently in talks with local authorities to finalize project details, including potential locations. - December 26, 2018 - Globtec Investment LLC

339 Groups Urge Congress to Halt International Pricing Index Model

Part B Access for Seniors and Physicians Coalition-organized letter highlights model’s threats to patient choice and American healthcare innovation. - December 18, 2018 - Part B Access for Seniors and Physicians Coalition

New Report: ASP Rates Do Not Encourage Doctors to Prescribe High-Cost Drugs.

Coalition stresses findings of new report as policymakers consider potentially harmful changes to the Medicare Part B program - December 18, 2018 - Part B Access for Seniors and Physicians Coalition

Guidance Residential CEO Khaled Elsayed Named 2018 HousingWire Vanguard

Leadership award recognizes leaders for their vital contribution to their companies and the overall mortgage industry. - December 12, 2018 - Guidance Residential

Right Scan Right Time Leaders Visit Capitol Hill to Call for Permanent Device Tax Repeal

Patients from Across the Country Meet with Their Senators. - December 07, 2018 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance

CQRC Concerned with Inclusion of Home Ventilators in Competitive Bidding Program

CQRC reiterates its support for much-needed reforms to Competitive Bidding Program (CBP), but opposes the inclusion of home ventilators out of concern for vulnerable patient population. - December 05, 2018 - CQRC

Thomas J. Snee Recognized as a Professional of the Year for Two Consecutive Years and Honored with an American Achievement Award by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide

Thomas J. Snee of Burke, Virginia has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for two consecutive years, 2018 and now 2019, and honored with an American Achievement Award, early admission for 2019, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Publication for his outstanding contributions... - December 04, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

"Get a PhD in YOU: Business Edition" Book Release

In "Get a PhD in YOU: Business Edition," author Julie Reisler (CEO of Empowered Living and Host of The You-est You Podcast), outlines just how you can leverage the principles used by nature itself--to master your habits, your thoughts, and your personal strengths--to crush it in the workplace (and life). - November 29, 2018 - Empowered Living, LLC

Nation’s Home Health Leaders Visit Capitol Hill in Support of Legislation to Refine Medicare Home Health Payment Reforms

Bipartisan legislation modifies Patient Driven Groupings Model to ensure consistent patient access to home healthcare before 2020 implementation. - November 28, 2018 - Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare

2019 Intuitive Mentorship Program at Lotus Wellness Center

This is a class for anyone who wants to develop their intuitive and psychic skills as well as get to understand their individual spiritual path with Uma's guidance. You will learn a different topic every month, and have a chance to practice with students in the class. - November 27, 2018 - Lotus Wellness Center

New Initiative by Ultimatum, Inc. to Prevent Mass Shootings in America

In response to the increase in gun violence in the US, Ultimatum, Inc. has launched a new initiative which allows Americans to take real action to end mass shootings. People decide whether there should be an increased focus on gun control legislation or improving the mental health care system and... - November 27, 2018 - Ultimatum Inc.

Announcing the Launch of The Green Habitat Non-Profit

A new water conservation non-profit, which recently received its Bronze Listing with GuideStar, is being launched in Prince Georges County, MD. - November 22, 2018 - Green Habitat

U.S. Army Drill Instructor Available to Roust You Out of Bed

Scold Alarm, a new iPhone app, awakens you in the morning with funny, forceful character impersonations. - November 16, 2018 - Scold Alarm

Free Healing Services at Lotus Wellness Center

In honor of Veteran's Day and Thanksgiving, the practitioners of Lotus Wellness Center wish to give back to the community. Energy healing is a subtle, gentle way of bringing your mind, body and spirit back into balance. If you never had a session and would like to try one for free, come on out. There are practitioners available from 10am-4pm to give away sessions. - November 11, 2018 - Lotus Wellness Center

Launch Consulting Announces Nov. 14 Grand Opening of Veteran Powered Center of Excellence in Lacey, WA

New South Puget Sound location and job fair will provide more employment opportunities for highly trained military family members and civilians near JBLM and Olympia. - November 08, 2018 - Launch Consulting Group

Lotus Wellness Center - 2019 New Year New You Workshop

Uma, the owner of Lotus Wellness Center, pairs with Rob, the owner of The Healing Frequency, for this third New Year New You Workshop at Lotus Wellness Center in Manassas, VA. A transformational weekend workshop aimed to resolve the blocks of 2018 and set a new transformational course for 2019. - November 08, 2018 - Lotus Wellness Center

Alliance for Site Neutral Payment Reform Responds to OPPS Final Rule

Alliance Commends CMS for Finalizing Site Neutral Provision in Final Rule, Encourages Further Action to Continue Expansion of Site Neutrality for All Outpatient Services - November 06, 2018 - Alliance For Site Neutral Payment Reform

CQCRC Praises Competitive Bidding Reforms, Pledges to Work with CMS and Congress to Refine DMEPOS Policies

Final DMEPOS rule will make market more competitive and protect oxygen access to Medicare beneficiaries, but serious concerns remain. - November 06, 2018 - CQRC

NHPCO Releases Findings from Palliative Care Needs Survey at National Conference Focusing on Interdisciplinary Team

Hospice and Palliative Care Professionals Gather in New Orleans at IDC 2018. - November 05, 2018 - National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization

Vietnam Women's Memorial to Commemorate 25th Anniversary

Veterans Day weekend events set to honor women veterans of the Vietnam era - October 26, 2018 - Eastern National

SFATA Executive Director Announces the "Save The Vape" Campaign - the Trade Association’s Voice to Combat Forces Trying to Eliminate Vaping

Today, Smoke-Free Alternatives Trade Association (SFATA) Executive Director, Mark Anton, announces the “Save The Vape” program, a multi-media initiative dedicated to saving the vapor industry from excessive regulation and taxation, biased science, inaccurate reporting, and unfair... - October 25, 2018 - SFATA

Grants to Study Imaging Technology Use for Pain Management Included in New Opioids Law

Legislation Recently Signed by the President will Promote the Development of Ultrasound-Guided Technology as an Alternative to Opioid-Based Pain Management. - October 24, 2018 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance

Upright Labs Brings New Technology Solutions to Resale Industry

Upright Labs debuts 2 new products for the resale industry with a focus to improve supply chain management, inventory management, and e-commerce distribution. - October 24, 2018 - Upright Labs

Court Seals Documents in Stubblefield Case

Documents pertaining to the rape allegation against Former NFL Rookie of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year Dana William Stubblefield have been formally sealed and will not be available to the press or public, in order to “avoid embarrassment to the complaining witness,” court filings show. - October 22, 2018 - The Rosenfeld Law Firm

CardioVascular Coalition Commends Bipartisan Lawmakers for Warning Against Proposed Cuts to Revascularization Services

CVC supports bipartisan group of lawmakers for signing letter to CMS opposing the proposed 30% cut in the CY 2019 Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule. - October 19, 2018 - CardioVascular Coalition

MITA Commends New Research Paper Demonstrating the Many Flaws of the Medical Device Tax

Pacific Research Institute Calls on Congress to Complete Unfinished Bipartisan Business and Repeal the Device Tax. - October 16, 2018 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance

Taste of DC Welcomes Chase as the Premier Partner for Taste of DC 2018

Bank celebrates first branches in the Greater Washington region by sponsoring the region's largest culinary festival. - October 16, 2018 - The Taste of DC

American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) Launches "Empowerment Exchange" in Honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) in Rockville, MD is urging women with disabilities to ask themselves when is the last time they were screened for breast cancer. Breast cancer is a major public health concern for all women, including women with disabilities. Women with... - October 16, 2018 - American Association on Health and Disability

DVAC Commends Bipartisan Lawmakers for Opposing Proposed Medicare Cuts to Vascular Access Services for Dialysis Patients

A group of bipartisan lawmakers warn HHS that unprecedented 62% reimbursement rate reduction to vascular access services would have serious impacts on patients with kidney disease. - October 15, 2018 - Dialysis Vascular Access Coalition

The Best of Elearning! 2018 Finalists Revealed -- Executives Nominate 73 Solutions Across 23 Categories for Excellence

The 14th Annual Best of Elearning! Awards revealed the finalist for the 2018 best-in-class solutions. The industry's exclusive users choice awards honors 73 brands across 23 categories. - October 15, 2018 - Elearning! Magazine

Shirley A. Brannon Recognized as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)

Shirley A. Brannon of Martinsburg, West Virginia has been recognized as a Woman of Empowerment by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of automotive repair services for trucks and for inventing. - October 13, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized

Helping High School Students Begin a Prosperous Collegiate Journey: The Pearl & Ivy Educational Foundation and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Host 6th Annual College Fair

The Pearl and Ivy Educational Foundation (PIEF), in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Xi Omega Chapter will hold its 6th Annual College Fair on Saturday, October 13 at Paul Public Charter School. The college fair will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. High school... - October 12, 2018 - Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Xi Omega Chapter

Hospitality Veteran Kris Intress Returns with Fit Farm - the Nation's First

Fit Farm - founded by hospitality veteran, is poised to challenge the status quo. - October 11, 2018 - Fit Farm

Preliminary Laboratory Testing Indicates Positive Outcome in the Treatment of Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

The Legg Calve Perthes Foundation, in partnership with Dr. Harry Kim of the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas has been selected to showcase preliminary laboratory results of this research at the 2018 National... - October 11, 2018 - Legg Calve Perthes Foundation

SCPC: CVS Health-Aetna Merger Emblematic of Growing Arms Race to Consolidate, Control Seniors’ Access to Prescription Drugs

Commenting on the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DoJ) conditional approval today of CVS Health's $69 billion acquisition of Aetna, which clears the way for a monumental entity combining health insurance, provider and pharmacy services if Aetna sheds its primary Medicare drug business, the... - October 10, 2018 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition

reStart Events to Host 2 Huge Hiring & Networking Events Around DC This Month:

reStart, the most successful hiring & networking events for Cleared Professionals, is pleased to announce the lineup of companies participating in the special afternoon / evening events this month: An Active Security Clearance is Required. Monday, October 29th BWI Hilton Register:... - October 10, 2018 - reStartEvents.com, Inc.

Meridian Partners International Announces New Member Firms in Brazil and Argentina

South Star Human Capital in Argentina, and Reciprhocal HR in Brazil join Pitcairn Partners in the US, JAH! Consulting in Holland, and Guru Management in India as members of Meridian Partners International, a global network of talent management and talent acquisition consulting firms. - October 10, 2018 - Pitcairn Partners LLC

The National Fitness Foundation Names Sports Marketing Executive LaRhonda Burley as Vice President

The National Fitness Foundation, the official nonprofit of the President's Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition, has announced LaRhonda Burley as its new Vice President of Partnerships & Marketing. The National Fitness Foundation was congressionally chartered in 2010 to support and... - October 10, 2018 - National Fitness Foundation

Leavitt Partners’ Anne Marie Polak to Keynote Luncheon at Capitol Caucus and Innovation Summit

The Population Health Alliance (PHA) has announced that Anne Marie Polak, Senior Director at Leavitt Partners, a health care intelligence business founded by former HHS Secretary Michael Leavitt, will keynote the PHA Capitol Caucus and Innovation Summit luncheon on Thursday, October 11, 2018, in... - October 10, 2018 - Population Health Alliance

Vapor Industry Answers the FDA's Call on Youth Prevention of e-Cigarettes

The American E-liquid Manufacturing Standards Association (AEMSA) and the Smoke-Free Alternative Trade Association (SFATA) announce the launch of a joint-venture, comprehensive Youth Education, Protection, and Prevention program – the YEPP program. As industry leaders in youth vapor product... - October 04, 2018 - SFATA

Alliance for Site Neutral Payment Reform Praises Proposed OPPS Rule

Advocacy group calls proposed rule step in the right direction, asks for more changes to advance payment parity across sites of service. - October 03, 2018 - Alliance For Site Neutral Payment Reform

Office Liquidation Solutions and Phoenix Computers Partner to Help Students and Children

OLS has partnered with Phoenix Computers, a local 501(c)(3) non-profit that refurbishes computers for low income students, families and disabled clients in the Washington area in order to provide upgraded computers to those in need. - October 02, 2018 - OLS Trading, Inc.

MITA Applauds Introduction of Senate Legislation to Cover CT Colonography for Medicare Beneficiaries, Calls for National Coverage Decision

Data show CT Colonography effective in identifying colorectal cancers in seniors and increasing screening in most-at-risk populations. - October 01, 2018 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance

Workplaceless Announces Launch of First Ever Remote Work Certification Program in an Effort to Support Growing Demand of Remote Careers

Workplaceless proves the future is offsite in a new Remote Work Certification program aimed towards professionals looking for remote job success. Individuals taking the course will be trained in seven core competencies that prepare them to succeed in remote jobs. The program provides best practices... - October 01, 2018 - Workplaceless

Congressional Kidney Caucus Hosts Capitol Hill Briefing Highlighting Need for Increased Investment and Resource Coordination to Address Nation’s Kidney Disease Epidemic

Participants from Congress, HHS, NIH and the Kidney Community Discuss Private-Public Partnership to Advance Care, Research & Innovation for Individuals with Kidney Diseases, Kidney Failure, and Kidney Transplants - September 28, 2018 - Kidney Care Partners