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Issa Trust Foundation & Couples Resorts Announces Formation of Their Seventh Medical Initiative
Leaders with the Issa Trust Foundation (www.issatrustfoundation.com) announced today a team of paediatric health professionals led by Dr. Stacy McConkey, University of Iowa Children’s Hospital serving children in Jamaica. - July 13, 2011 - Issa Trust Foundation
New Directions Behavioral Health Selects Evolute to Implement HIPAA 5010 Solution
Evolute has been contracted by New Directions Behavioral Health to build a solution using Microsoft BizTalk for transitioning to HIPAA 5010 as well as to enhance existing HIPAA support to include referral and approval (278) transactions in order to bring the company to HIPAA 5010 compliance. With... - July 13, 2011 - Evolute Consolidated Holdings Inc.
BioRegenerative Sciences Releases Advanced, Anti-Aging Cosmeceutical Line Based on Patented, Stem Cell-Based Molecular Biotechnology
The most effective anti-aging cosmeceuticals have been released by BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc. These new cosmeceuticals use stem cell-based molecular biotechnology to help heal the skin and thus produce beautiful skin. - July 12, 2011 - BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc.
Migraine Treatment Innovator Dr. Ken Reed to Speak in Oklahoma City
Dr. Ken Reed will be discussing the new migraine treatment called the StimPath Procedure. Joining the discussion will be Dr. Buckley in Oklahoma City on July 14. - July 12, 2011 - Envision Interactive
Kopp Development Inc. Installed Their Ferromagnetic Detectors for MRI Safety Throughout Entire VISN 16
Kopp Development Inc., is proud to announce that South Central VA Health Care Network (VISN 16) outfitted all their MRI facilities with FerrAlert™ HALO detectors. After a comprehensive evaluation of all available ferromagnetic detectors on the market, VISN 16 recognized FerrAlert™... - July 12, 2011 - Kopp Development Inc.
SHAPE Med Atlanta Receives Allergan Diamond Level Distinction for BOTOX® Cosmetic
SHAPE Med has recently received Diamond level provider status from Allergan, the maker of BOTOX® Cosmetic, that recognizes the extensive experience Dr. Mark McKenna and his qualified medical staff have achieved. Only 2% of practices nationwide are afforded the diamond distinction. - July 11, 2011 - Shape Med
MyReviewsNow in Affiliation with Zenmed Skin Care Products Announces the 60-Day People Pleaser Guarantee Program
Zenmed, a leader in specialized skin care, is currently offering free shipping on select orders, free online skin advice and a free newsletter. - July 10, 2011 - Retail Solutions Advisors
New Release of Voluntary Benefits Magazine - Issue 25
Voluntary Benefits Magazine has released the July issue. Read the 25th issue of the monthly magazine dedicated exclusively to Limited Medical, Mini Medical and Worksite Insurance Products at www.VoluntaryBenefitsMagazine.com. The July issue of Voluntary Benefits Magazine features an interview with... - July 09, 2011 - Voluntary Benefits Magazine
Newly Formed Non-Profit Receives Funding and Celebrates Accomplishments - The Spine Health Foundation, Inc.
The Spine Health Foundation, Inc. announces recent successes: recent funding and medical achievements. Their goal is to help the disadvantaged who suffer from chronic back pain associated with spinal disorders obtain the specialized medical care they need to get back to life. - July 09, 2011 - The Spine Health Foundation, Inc.
Website Offers Interactive Clinical Case Discussion Platform
This week sees the launch of Clinicalsession.com, a free interactive website that has been created and developed to facilitate doctor to doctor collaboration. Now, doctors can consult their colleagues about clinical cases without having to be together. - July 09, 2011 - Clinical Session
Infonetica’s New Online GCP Courses Face Up to Reality
Infonetica, pioneers of Good Clinical Practice online training, have responded to the joint challenge of creating a practical and standardised GCP course. As well as being a comprehensive guide to GCP principles, the GCP Practical Implementation online course takes users into the workplace so they... - July 09, 2011 - Infonetica Ltd
Diversified Awards 2011 Leaders in Health Care Scholarships to Minority Students Pursuing Advanced Degrees in Health Care
Joseth Abara and Sheena Garcia received the 2011 Diversified Leaders in Health Care Scholarship award for their commendable track records in community service and academic achievement in health care. - July 08, 2011 - Diversified Investment Advisors, Inc.
ImpactRx Measure How Patient Brand Requests Drive Physician Treatment Decisions
ImpactRx, the pioneer in measuring the impact of promotion on physician prescribing behavior, offers pharmaceutical brand managers unique insight into the effectiveness of their direct-to-consumer promotional efforts. - July 08, 2011 - ImpactRx, Inc
NHS Waiting Lists Can be Avoided – New Guide to Treatment in Europe Will Help Patients Bypass Lengthy Waiting Lists
With today’s news reports raising concerns about rising waiting lists, the ratification of an EU Directive may help relieve pressure on an increasingly overburdened NHS. Few patients know that they have a right, in certain circumstances, to seek treatment in other European states and for the cost of treatment to be reimbursed by the NHS. - July 07, 2011 - CAROL
Recurrent Ulcers in a Patient with Post-Thrombotic Syndrome Treated with Triticum's Honey Dressings
Doctor Pereira Albino (vascular surgeon) wrote a case report titled: “Recurrent ulcers in a patient with post-thrombotic syndrome." This was published in the latest Wounds UK Journal (Vol.7, No.2). - July 07, 2011 - Mesitran
ePlanet Capital Sells Biancamed Ltd to ResMed Inc.
ePlanet Capital announces sale of Biancamed Ltd to ResMed Inc. - July 06, 2011 - ePlanet Capital
Hip-Hop Stars Release Song to Raise Funds, Awareness for Durham Mom
As a Durham, North Carolina cancer survivor and mother of two crusades to overturn a custody order that has outraged the world, a close friend from her childhood days in New Jersey has organized the recording and release of a hip-hop record to help fund the legal battle. - July 06, 2011 - Alaina Giordano
Alchemy Productions Provides Exciting Review for Nettfit Publishing About Their New Parkinson’s Disease Book "Looking Down the Barrel"
Alison Litton of Alchemy Productions provides exciting review of a new Parkinson’s disease book "Looking Down the Barrel" by author Richard Secklin. This memoir is an extraordinary journey of a man who, after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s, feels his world and his identity has been destroyed. Tempted to end his life, he turns his back on himself and God and then through a series of events sees the gift of his personal journey through new eyes of Compassion. - July 06, 2011 - Nettfit Publishing
Dr. Gene Schneller and Dr. Natalia Wilson Join the PSCI Advisory Board
Schneller and Wilson bring healthcare insights and clinical direction to PSCI for the benefit of all hospitals and healthcare providers. - July 06, 2011 - PSCI Solutions
Clinical Evaluation of Triticum's Honey-Based Products for Lower Extremity Wounds in a Home Care Setting
Filip Kegels (RN) wrote a clinical research/audit article in the new Wounds UK Journal (Volume 7, no 2) titled: “Clinical evaluation of honey-based products for lower extremity wounds in a home care setting.” - July 06, 2011 - Mesitran
Fighting Cancer Never Tasted So Good
Today, there are many ways to become involved in the fight against cancer – everything from marathons to private donations – but did you ever think you could eat your way to a cancer-free tomorrow? John Wayne Cancer Institute’s Partners in Progress has put together a variety of mouth-watering, delectable eats and treats for the 2nd Annual Food Truck Round Up for Cancer Research from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on July 17 at the corner of 14th Street and Santa Monica Boulevard. - July 05, 2011 - John Wayne Cancer Institute’s Partners in Progress
New Regulatory Model Proposed by the Ohio Medical Cannabis Act of 2012
The Ohio Medical Cannabis Act of 2012 is being prepared as a statewide initiative for the November 6, 2012 General Election. The press release highlights the importance of this proposed Amendment to the state constitution, and its benefits to the sick and dying. - July 05, 2011 - Ohio Medical Cannabis Act 2012
From Denmark to Southwest Georgia: Continuing Education for Hearing Center at Albany ENT Doctor of Audiology Extends to Copenhagen
From Copenhagen to Southwest Georgia: Albany ENT's Dr. Monica Mennite Brings Home Latest Research and Hearing Solutions to Benefit People with Hearing Loss - July 03, 2011 - The Hearing Center at Albany ENT
Modular Devices Inc. Helps to Quickly Restore Cardiac and Vascular Services to Joplin, MO
Modular Cath Lab installed at St. John’s mobile field hospital. - July 02, 2011 - Modular Devices Inc.
Laser Spine Institute Announces July Seminars
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Offers Complimentary Medical Presentations and Treatment Options. - July 02, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Simplee Takes a Bite Out of the Health Care Service Market by Allowing Consumers to Track Insurance Claims, Expenses & Deductibles
Free Web Service Simplee.com Goes Live After Successful Private Beta Program, Amassing Thousands of Registrations Amid High Marks from Users - July 02, 2011 - Simplee, Inc.
Atlanta Med Career Fair 2011
Med Career Fair, a division of Hospitalist MD, LLC, will have its Atlanta Med Career Fair 2011 on Wednesday, July 20th at the Hilton Garden Inn Wildwood Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia. - July 01, 2011 - Med Career Fair
Give Blood at South Nassau Communities Hospital's Emergency Blood Drive
To Schedule an appointment to donate blood, call South Nassau’s Human Resources Department at (516) 632-4080. For medical questions concerning blood donations call 1-800-688-0900. - July 01, 2011 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
The Latest from RadCases for Rounds, Rotations and Exams
This comprehensive guide includes in-depth information on nuclear medicine. Like every volume in the RadCases series, Nuclear Medicine combines printed and online resources for a more complete study tool. - June 30, 2011 - Thieme Publishers
Bacteria-Focused Treatment of Lyme Disease May be Incorrect
Clinical research done by Dr. David A. Jernigan at the Hansa Center for Optimum Health, suggests that in many of the people who experience long-term recovery from chronic Lyme disease, the bacteria and co-infections played only a secondary role in their recovery. - June 29, 2011 - Hansa Center for Optimum Health
Chinese Pharma Prospects Clouded by Increased Short Term Risks Despite Another High Performance Year in 2010
Notwithstanding the challenges, the Chinese pharmaceutical industry and market managed to post high growth again in 2010, according to China Pharmaceutical Guide 2011 (6th Edition), which was officially inaugurated today by WiCON International Group LLC, the publisher of Pharma China. Nonetheless, increased short term risk factors and uncertainties recently are clouding the future prospects of Chinese pharma for MNC companies. - June 29, 2011 - WiCON International Group LLC
Reglera LLC, a Leading Regulatory Consulting and Process Outsourcing Firm Specializing in Medical Device and Tissue, Announces Relocation to Wheat Ridge, Colorado
New facility to provide expanded services to growing markets. - June 29, 2011 - Reglera, LLC
Washington County Regional Medical Center Installs Empower Inpatient + Ambulatory™ ONC Certified EHR
Washington County Regional Medical Center of Sandersville, GA has advanced the technological state of its facility yet again with the installation of Empower Inpatient + Ambulatory™, the Empower Systems™ ONC Certified Complete EHR Built By Clinicians, For Clinicians. - June 29, 2011 - Empower Systems
Laser Spine Institute Presents at Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management-Driven ASC Conference
Dotty J. Bollinger and Jimmy St. Louis Speak at Becker ASC Conference. - June 29, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
MedicareSupplementalInsurance.com Launches; Aides Seniors in Finding Adequate Medigap Coverage
MedicareSupplementalInsurance.com (MSI), a leading online Medigap locator, launched last month with tremendous initial success and the mission to help seniors who currently receive health coverage through the government funded Medicare program find additional supplemental health insurance to cover... - June 28, 2011 - Medicare Supplemental Insurance
Intivia Selected as Participating EHR Vendor with the New Jersey Health Information Technology Extension Center (NJ-HITEC)
As a participating vendor, Intivia is poised to assist primary care practices in New Jersey to successfully adopt Electronic Health Records (EHR) and achieve Meaningful Use. - June 27, 2011 - Intivia Inc.
New Release of Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference July 1 Early Bird Registration Deadline
The announcement of the 3rd Annual Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference July 1st Early Bird Registration Deadline has been released. The Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference is the only dedicated national conference to voluntary benefits and limited medical plans. - June 26, 2011 - Mini Medical & Limited Medical Plan Conference
Castle Connolly Top Doctors(TM) Nominations Process Now Open to All Licensed Physicians in the U.S.
Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. Announces that its new, online nomination site in open to all licensed physicians in the United States. - June 26, 2011 - Castle Connolly
Health Service Journal and SIMUL8 Corporation Launch Second Phase of Simulation Lab
Enhanced toolkit of online simulations launched to allow organizations to experiment with healthcare improvement ideas in a risk free environment. - June 25, 2011 - SIMUL8 Corporation
The Corporate Health and Wellness Association Releases a New Survey Sponsored by the Corporate Wellness Magazine
The Corporate Health and Wellness Association, along with Corporate Wellness Magazine, has released a new survey, 2011 Creating a Culture of Health and Wellness. The survey will help pinpoint concerns and currents trends in the industry by targeting health care professionals, employers, carriers,... - June 25, 2011 - Corporate Wellness Conference
Mechanical Heart Valve Patients Listening for Natural Sleep Relief; New Specialized Sound Recording Successfully Masks Sound of Mechanical Aortic/Mitral Valves
Unique audio recording created and designed to mask the sound of mechanical heart valve noises to maximise sleep and relaxation in the patient/listener. Actual heart valve sounds are combined with natural river sounds. - June 25, 2011 - Alex Alexander Perica
The Spine Foundation Receives Significant Donation from Laser Spine Institute
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Makes Major Gift to Foundation Increasing Access to Advanced Spinal Care. - June 25, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
OmniMD Chosen as Preferred Vendor by University of Oklahoma for MT Services
OmniMD, one of the leading providers of healthcare IT solutions and services, has been chosen as a preferred vendor by US’ top ranked university, the University of Oklahoma, for its medical transcription (MT) services. - June 24, 2011 - OmniMD
ALPCO Appoints CST China as Their Exclusive Distributor in China
ALPCO Diagnostics, a leading manufacturer and distributor of high quality immunoassay kits, is pleased to announce that they have appointed CST (Shanghai) Biological Reagents Company Ltd. (CST China) as their new distributor in China. With CST China as their new distribution channel in China,... - June 23, 2011 - ALPCO
American College of Addiction Medicine Faculty Testifies in Support of Proposed Model Program to Provide Vivitrol® to Jailed Addicts
Testimony before Committee on Mental Health and Substance Abuse touts value of long-lasting opiate blocker. - June 23, 2011 - Preventive Medicine Associates Inc.
Status Solutions and ICON Voice Networks Integrate to Improve Situational Awareness and Communication
Status Solutions announces strategic partnership with ICON Voice Networks. - June 23, 2011 - Status Solutions
Laser Spine Institute Chief Operations Officer Serves as Event Chair of Business Buddies Tampa Board
Jimmy St. Louis Chairs 4th Annual Havana Nights for Business Buddies Tampa Bay Location. - June 23, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Annmarie Gianni Skin Care Debuts Dead Sea Facial Scrub
Annmarie Gianni’s new Dead Sea Facial Scrub is the latest development from her natural and organic skin care line. Created from dead sea mud, lavender, and siliceous earth, this scrub is rich in minerals which will nourish and feed the skin. Since its beginning in 2010, Annmarie Skin Care... - June 22, 2011 - Annmarie Skin Care
Laser Eye Center Acquires New iFS Laser for Eye Surgery
First of its kind laser in North Carolina can replace surgical blade for corneal transplants and other eye surgeries. - June 22, 2011 - Dr Dean Dornic
Popular Nonprofit Organization Falls Victim to Economic Downturn
ALERT Health, a nonprofit organization providing preventive health counseling, testing, and referral will close its office on June 30th due to funding constraints. Founded in 1997 as “Hep-C ALERT” by Andi Thomas, a patient affected by chronic Hepatitis C, its original mission was to... - June 22, 2011 - ALERT Health, Inc.