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Family Foot & Leg Center, P.A. Introduce Dr. Chelsea Viola to the Podiatrist Panel in Estero, Florida

Specialist foot and ankle support clinic experience rapid growth in personnel and treatment offerings. - August 15, 2017 - Family Foot & Leg Center, P.A.

Healthy Humor Partners with Moose Toys to Launch Red Nose Docs at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

Healthy Humor Partners with Moose Toys to Launch Red Nose Docs at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

Announcing the expansion of the Healthy Humor program to a new hospital - August 11, 2017 - Healthy Humor, Inc.

Makers Nutrition’s Casual for a Cause Program Raises $2500 for Vitamin Angels

Makers Nutrition’s Casual for a Cause Program Raises $2500 for Vitamin Angels

Dietary supplement manufacturer Makers Nutrition® raises $2,500 through its Casual for a Cause fundraising program to assist Vitamin Angels in its fight against malnutrition. - August 11, 2017 - Makers Nutrition, LLC

Are Screens Disconnecting Your Family? Families Managing Media Brings Nationally Acclaimed Expert to Help Area Parents

Are Screens Disconnecting Your Family? Families Managing Media Brings Nationally Acclaimed Expert to Help Area Parents

Don't miss a life changing night on August 31 at 7:00 pm with nationally acclaimed speaker, author, psychologist and Fox News contributor, Tom Kersting, who will empower you to reconnect your family by exploring the mental and emotional effects of screens on kids' brains. You will leave with strategies to help your child thrive in the real world and feel equipped to raise leaders (vs. followers) who are able to balance screen habits and healthy relationships. - August 09, 2017 - Families Managing Media

Medical Records Management Solution for Retiring Physicians

Medical Records Management Solution for Retiring Physicians

SIS NW recently launched storagemedicalrecords.com to provide a solution for the ongoing management of patient medical records when physicians retire, sell their practice, or become an employee at a hospital system. - August 02, 2017 - Spectrum Information Services NW, Inc.

Baebies Announces CE Mark for SEEKER, an Innovative Newborn Screening Platform for Lysosomal Storage Diseases

Baebies is pleased to announce that SEEKERTM, a high throughput newborn screening laboratory solution, now has CE Mark and available in Europe and other countries that recognize CE Mark. SEEKER quantitatively measures the activity of lysosomal enzymes from newborn dried blood spot specimens. - July 31, 2017 - Baebies, Inc.

Baebies Announces Assays for FINDER Launch Panel: G6PD, Total Serum Bilirubin, Albumin and Direct Bilirubin

Baebies, Inc., a company focused on advancing newborn screening and pediatric testing, announced the first assays on the FINDER launch panel, currently under development. The panel includes tests for total serum bilirubin, albumin, direct bilirubin, and glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) on a single cartridge, making it the first comprehensive, rapid and near-patient testing solution for hyperbilirubinemia. - July 31, 2017 - Baebies, Inc.

Graham's Foundation Announces Date of Upcoming NYC ‘Tinis for Preemies Gala

Graham's Foundation, the global prematurity organization, will recognize the contributions of honorees in the prematurity community at the New York City event. - July 28, 2017 - Graham's Foundation

Live Like Bella and We Care Chemo Kits Announce Partnership

Live Like Bella and We Care Chemo Kits Announce Partnership

Live Like Bella and We Care Chemo Kits join forces at its 1st Annual Ice Cream Social Fundraiser at Sloan's Ice Cream in CityPlace Doral on Saturday, July 29, 2017 from 2pm to 5pm to promote cancer awareness and raise funds for cancer research. The Co-Founder of the newly formed We Care Chemo Kits... - July 12, 2017 - We Care Chemo Kits

Wisconsin Healthcare Leaders Oppose Chiropractor Bill

Wisconsin Healthcare Leaders Oppose Chiropractor Bill

A broad coalition of child health advocates oppose Wisconsin's proposed AB 260, which would mandate schools and colleges accept physical exams completed by chiropractors. These 19 physician organizations, other health care providers, health systems, academic centers and other parties say clearance to play should be determined by screening in the primary care office. - June 12, 2017 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics

HealthPoint Plus, Inc. Enters Into Strategic Agreement to Acquire MyArdina.com Telehealth Assets

HealthPoint Plus, Inc. Enters Into Strategic Agreement to Acquire MyArdina.com Telehealth Assets

HealthPoint Plus, Inc. has agreed to aquire the members of MyAdina.com from Commons Health, Inc. of Ohio as part of an ongoing strategy of rapid expansion into the telehealth market. - June 09, 2017 - HealthPoint Plus, Inc.

Graham’s Foundation Launches Redesigned Care Packages for Preemie Parents

Based on input from more than 300 parents and neonatal professionals, the free care packages are designed to better help families cope with the challenges of premature birth. - May 18, 2017 - Graham's Foundation

Global Noninvasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) Market by Diagnostic Tests, Geography, Trends and Forecast to 2021, New Report by iHealthcareAnalyst, Inc.

Noninvasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) Market by NIPT-Specific Test Types (BambniTest, Harmony, informaSeq, MaterniT21 PLUS, NIFTY, Panorama, PrenaTest, verify, VisibiliT) and Forecast 2017-2021 - May 06, 2017 - iHealthcareAnalyst, Inc.

Parents of Preemies Day Returns on May 7 with a Social Sharing Campaign

On the first Sunday in May parents of premature babies and kids around the world will celebrate their strength and ability to cope with the challenges of premature birth. - May 03, 2017 - Graham's Foundation

Graham's Foundation Will Preview New Support Materials at the 21st NICU Leadership Forum

The parent-focused organization has updated its NICU and Transition Home care packages with a design created by experts in cooperation with families. - April 29, 2017 - Graham's Foundation

Rubin S. Cooper Honored as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Lifetime VIP Member

Rubin S. Cooper Honored as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who Lifetime VIP Member

Dr. Rubin S. Cooper, of Hollis, New York, has recently been recognized as a Lifetime VIP Member of Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Pediatric Cardiology. - April 21, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who

IndieGo Publishing Announces the Release of Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults by Theresa Regan PhD, a One-of-a-Kind Resource for Families and Professionals

IndieGo Publishing Announces the Release of Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults by Theresa Regan PhD, a One-of-a-Kind Resource for Families and Professionals

"Understanding Autism in Adults and Aging Adults" by Theresa Regan PhD, published by IndieGo Publishing, is a one-of-a-kind resource for families and professionals. Children with autism grow into adults with autism. The great strides we have made in understanding childhood autistic behaviors and interventions have lagged dramatically behind the needs of aging autistics. This unique book offers a glimpse into autism and aging and identifies supports and interventions. - April 20, 2017 - INDIEGO Publishing

StandUpKids Gives $50,000 in Grants for Standing Desks to Public School Teachers

StandUpKids Gives $50,000 in Grants for Standing Desks to Public School Teachers

StandUpKids is announcing the 10 teachers that are winners of $5000 grants for standing desks as part of their partnership with Michelle Obama's Let's Move! Active Schools movement. - April 13, 2017 - StandUpKids

Dr. Stanley J. Pool Joins Village Family Practice

Dr. Stanley J. Pool Joins Village Family Practice

Village Family Practice is opening its eighth location to better serve its patients. This expansion comes with the addition of Dr. Stanley J. Pool and his established practice. Dr. Pool has been serving the Southeast Houston community for more than 40 years. Dr. Pool will continue to see patients at his current location (8951 Ruthby St, Houston, TX 77061) with the support of a new physician, Dr. Theodore Lawler Jr. - April 03, 2017 - Village Family Practice

The Medical Center of Aurora Opens New Pediatric & Pediatric Intermediate Care Units

The Medical Center of Aurora Opens New Pediatric & Pediatric Intermediate Care Units

The Medical Center of Aurora (TMCA) announced today that its new Pediatric and Pediatric Intermediate Care Unit is open. The new unit is part of the Pediatric Care network within the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children (RMHC) through HealthONE. The newly renovated space features five dedicated,... - March 21, 2017 - The Medical Center of Aurora

Innovation Has Finally Come to Healthcare Recruitment

Innovation Has Finally Come to Healthcare Recruitment

With their new premier healthcare job board, eLinkXchange hopes to change the recruitment industry for employers and job seekers. - March 13, 2017 - eLink Xchange

Smi Release Exclusive Interview Ahead of Paediatric Clinical Trials 2017: Andy Kenwright, Senior Statistical Scientist, Roche Limited

SMi’s Paediatric Clinical Trials 2017 returns to London in just two weeks’ time and is delighted to have Andy Kenwright as one of the expert speakers. - March 08, 2017 - SAE Media Group

New Study Links Weed-Killer Glyphosate with Autism

A new study has been published in a peer-reviewed journal about the links between the weed-killer glyphosate (RoundUpTM) and autism. The World Health Organization International Agency for Research on Cancer published a summary in March 2015 that classified glyphosate as a probable carcinogen in humans. - March 07, 2017 - The Great Plains Laboratory, Inc.

PANDAS Advisory Council Bill Passes Both Senate and House

Virginia is paving the way for families with children who suffer from the devastating affects of a group of disorders called PANDAS/PANS. This week, the Senate passed HB2404 which would create an advisory council to the Commissioner of Health to address the complexities of these horrifying... - March 02, 2017 - PANS Research and Advocacy Initiative

Publisher Offers Readers Self-Help Parenting Book Through Pay What You Want Option – Then Gifts a Percentage Forward to National Parenting Network

Publisher Offers Readers Self-Help Parenting Book Through Pay What You Want Option – Then Gifts a Percentage Forward to National Parenting Network

The re-release of a book ahead of its time still offers parents natural solutions for unsuspecting teething-related symptoms! - February 28, 2017 - Whole Planet Productions, Inc.

Baebies Completes First Close on Series B Financing

Baebies Completes First Close on Series B Financing

Baebies announced today it has completed a $5 million first close on its Series B financing. - February 27, 2017 - Baebies, Inc.

The Medical Center of Aurora Opens New Pediatric Emergency Rooms

The Medical Center of Aurora Opens New Pediatric Emergency Rooms

The Medical Center of Aurora (TMCA) announced today that its new Pediatric Emergency Rooms (ER), are open. The new ER unit is part of the Pediatric Care network within the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children (RMHC) through HealthONE. The newly renovated space features five dedicated, private... - February 25, 2017 - The Medical Center of Aurora

Registration closing soon for 11th annual Paediatric Clinical Trials show

SMi’s Paediatric Clinical Trials show returns to London for the 11th year on 20th-21st March 2017. - February 22, 2017 - SAE Media Group

Nonprofit Releases 2016 Dog Bite Fatality Statistics and Trends from 12-Year Dog Bite Fatality Data Set (2005 to 2016)

Nonprofit Releases 2016 Dog Bite Fatality Statistics and Trends from 12-Year Dog Bite Fatality Data Set (2005 to 2016)

In 2016, canines killed 31 Americans. Pit bulls contributed to 71% of these deaths, just over 7 times more than the next closest breed. During the 12-year period, canines killed 392 citizens; pit bulls inflicted 65% of these deaths. - February 21, 2017 - DogsBite.org Incorporated

Texas Self Storage Association Surpasses $1 Million Lifetime Giving Amount for Shriners Children’s Hospital - Galveston

Texas Self Storage Association Surpasses $1 Million Lifetime Giving Amount for Shriners Children’s Hospital - Galveston

Members of the Texas Self Storage Association (TSSA) reached a significant milestone in their lifetime giving total of $1 million by raising more than $188,000 this year for the Shriners Children’s Hospital - Galveston. TSSA has raised funds for the hospital for the past 15 years. This is the... - February 16, 2017 - Texas Self Storage Association

Unbound Medicine and APSA Launch Pediatric Surgery Library

Unbound Medicine and APSA Launch Pediatric Surgery Library

Unbound Medicine, a leader in knowledge management solutions for health care, and the American Pediatric Surgical Association (APSA), the nation’s largest professional organization serving the pediatric surgical specialty, today launched the Pediatric Surgery Library - the premier digital... - February 15, 2017 - Unbound Medicine

Pediatricians Host "Fly In" to Washington DC: Sheboygan's Jeffrey Britton to Represent Wisconsin

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) will host advocacy event in Washington, DC. Leaders from state chapters will meet with members of the 115th United States Congress to communicate the needs of children as policy makers enter the new administration. - February 13, 2017 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics

SMi Release Exclusive Interview Ahead of Paediatric Clinical Trials 2017: Larissa Kerecuk, Rare Disease Lead, the Birmingham Children’s Hospital

The leading industry event "Paediatric Clinical Trials" returns to London on 20th-21st March 2017 for its 11th annual show and is delighted to have Larissa Kerecuk as one of the keynote speakers. - February 01, 2017 - SAE Media Group

Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Rubin S. Cooper as 2017 Professional of the Year

Dr. Rubin S. Cooper, of Hollis, New York has recently been recognized as a 2017 Professional of the Year in Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Pediatric Cardiology. - January 26, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who

Centennial Medical Plaza ER Announces  Pediatric Care Designation from Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children

Centennial Medical Plaza ER Announces Pediatric Care Designation from Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children

Centennial Medical Plaza announced today that its Emergency Room (ER) is now part of the Pediatric Care network within the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children (RMHC) through HealthONE. - January 18, 2017 - The Medical Center of Aurora

Roche, Johnson & Johnson and Alstrom Syndrome UK Address Hot Topic of Paediatric Clinical Trials Recruitment and Retention This March

SMi Group’s 11th annual Paediatric Clinical Trials conference will be taking place on the 20-21 March 2017 in London, UK. - January 13, 2017 - SAE Media Group

Lennon-Aid Gifts PICU Families

Lennon-Aid Gifts PICU Families

Lennon-Aid Foundation gives to families with children in PICU/NICU at Childrens Hospital of San Antonio. - January 12, 2017 - Lennon-Aid Foundation

The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund Launches First Natural History Registry for Necrotizing Enterocolitis

The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund (Morgan's Fund) has launched the first natural history registry for Necrotizing Enterocolitis. The research study is open to participants worldwide to advance understanding and treatments for rare disease that leads to necrosis (death) of the intestine. - January 09, 2017 - The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund, Inc.

Children's Rights in Danger: Dr. Jim Sears Speaks Up for the Babies at American Safe Sight Foundation

Children's Rights in Danger: Dr. Jim Sears Speaks Up for the Babies at American Safe Sight Foundation

Dr. Jim Sears, of The Doctors Show on CBS, knows babies. As a pediatrician known best for his family's medical practice in the charming little coastal town of San Juan Capistrano, "Dr. Jim" is loved by his littlest patients and parents alike. Dr. Jim gave the babies a voice in his keynote Speech at The American Safe Sight Foundation (ASF) on health-care caused EKC transmission to babies by ophthalmologists. - December 25, 2016 - American Safe Sight Foundation

The Challenge of Ethical Issues Discussed at Paediatric Clinical Trials 2017

SMi Group will once again open its doors to the 11th annual Paediatric Clinical Trials conference taking place on the 20-21 March 2017 in London, UK. - December 14, 2016 - SAE Media Group

Hoffmann-La Roche Present on Data Extrapolation at Paediatric Clinical Trials 2017

SMi Group will return to London with their 11th annual Paediatric Clinical Trial conference taking place on the 20-21 March 2017. - December 04, 2016 - SAE Media Group

The Children's Security Blanket to Ensure Families of Children Battling Cancer Experience More Joy and Less Worry for the Holidays

The Children's Security Blanket to Ensure Families of Children Battling Cancer Experience More Joy and Less Worry for the Holidays

Anonymous donors enable nonprofit to provide an early Christmas for many families. - November 14, 2016 - Children's Security Blanket

It’s Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Enrollment Season

It’s Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Enrollment Season

Three Tips to Maximize Your Benefit from the American Association of Orthodontists - October 22, 2016 - Curium

Details on Shocking Fundraiser for Children with Cancer

Details on Shocking Fundraiser for Children with Cancer

Company Raises Thousands for 3, 11 and 13-Year-Old’s While Playing Golf - October 14, 2016 - Residential Home Funding Corp.

IDI Consulting Supports Blood Cancer Research Through Light The Night Walk

IDI Consulting Supports Blood Cancer Research Through Light The Night Walk

The Pittsburgh-based IT company is lending its support to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society to create a better outlook for children with cancer. - September 29, 2016 - IDI Consulting

Get Lapel Pins Partners with Smile Train to Help Raise Awareness and Funds for Children with Clefts

Get Lapel Pins Partners with Smile Train to Help Raise Awareness and Funds for Children with Clefts

GLP has designed an exclusive set of pins to support Smile Train's mission. The set sells for an MSRP of $30 and is available online at getlapelpins.com. The pin set includes a happy face pin and a sad face pin. Each set sold will benefit Smile Train and will help to create new smiles for children in need around the world. The company will donate $25 from each set sold to Smile Train, the world's largest cleft charity. - September 12, 2016 - Get Lapel Pins

Discount Med Direct Offers Children's EpiPens at Their Cost

Discount Med Direct is offering children's EpiPens at their cost until September 9th. This offer is being made by company owner, Judy Vobroucek, as an effort to help uninsured and underinsured families who are struggling to pay for this life saving device for their children. - September 01, 2016 - Discount Med Direct

Dr. Michael K. Obeng Will Perform a Miraculous Surgery on Sarjo Trawally, a 4-Year-Old Girl from Gambia with a Life Threatening Facial Cystic Hygroma

Dr. Michael K. Obeng Will Perform a Miraculous Surgery on Sarjo Trawally, a 4-Year-Old Girl from Gambia with a Life Threatening Facial Cystic Hygroma

From the anointed mind to the gifted hands of Dr. Michael K. Obeng, miracles have come true for many that cannot afford surgeries in third-world countries with poverty beyond understanding. - August 11, 2016 - Juka's Organic

Baebies to Exhibit and Display FINDER Prototype at 2016 AACC Annual Scientific Meeting

Baebies, Inc., a company focused on advancing newborn screening and pediatric testing, today announced that the company will exhibit and display a prototype of FINDERTM at the 68th AACC Annual Scientific Meeting and Clinical Lab Expo. FINDER, currently under development, is a small, innovative and... - July 28, 2016 - Baebies, Inc.

BeAKidsHero Online Training Series Helps Parents Protect Children from Sexual Predators

BeAKidsHero Online Training Series Helps Parents Protect Children from Sexual Predators

BeAKidsHero has launched a free 3-part online training series for parents about child sexual abuse prevention. - July 25, 2016 - BeAKidsHero™

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