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Free Cholesterol Screening in Chandler AZ

September is National Cholesterol Education Month and Kyrene Medical Center Internal Medicine, located in Chandler is offering Free Cholesterol Screening to the community, no Insurance or cash needed. - September 04, 2009 - Kyrene Medical Center

The Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference Announces Consult A Doctor TM as a Sponsor

The Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference would like to announce Consult A Doctor TM as a Sponsor of the 1st Voluntary Benefits and Limited Medical Conference on October 25th and 26th, 2009. Consult A Doctor TM provides 24/7 access to its nationwide network of U.S. physicians for... - September 04, 2009 - Mini Medical & Limited Medical Plan Conference

The Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference Announces Aegis Administrative Services as a Silver Sponsor

The Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference would like to announce Aegis Administrative Services as a Silver Sponsor of the 1st Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference on October 25th and 26th, 2009. The team at Aegis Administrative Services has been in the employee... - September 04, 2009 - Mini Medical & Limited Medical Plan Conference

MD-IT Acquires Pikes Peak Transco, Inc. of Colorado Springs, CO

MD-IT, the nation’s leading provider of medical documentation to ambulatory clinics and physician offices, announced today that they have acquired Pikes Peak Transco, Inc. of Colorado Springs, CO. Pikes Peak Transco co-owner Charlene Brown will join MD-IT as a Managing Director. The move... - September 04, 2009 - MD-IT

Medical Tourism City, the Largest Social Network in Medical Tourism Announces Over 400 Active Members

Medical Tourism City, the Largest Social Network in Medical Tourism and for Global Healthcare, announces that it has over 400 members from over 40 countries actively participating. The members of medical tourism city are from international insurance companies, health insurance agents, medical... - September 04, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™

Super Brush will be Exhibiting at INTERPHEX Canada 2009

Super Brush will be at booth #218 at this year's INTERPHEX Canada trade show on September 16, 2009 in Toronto, Canada. - September 04, 2009 - Super Brush

Atlanta Women's Specialists, an Atlanta OB/GYN Group, is First in the Country to Incorporate a Complete Electronic System to Improve Patient Care

Thousands of medical practices across the United States have traded in paper records for electronic health records. While this has made improvements in patient care, an electronic health records system (EHR) is not efficient without an electronic information exchange system that can transfer... - September 04, 2009 - Atlanta Women’s Specialists

Outsourced Paralegal Services LLC Asserts Link Between Chapter 7 & 13 Bankruptcy Filings and Medical Bills

Consumer bankruptcy freelance paralegal company Outsourced Paralegal Services, LLC examines connection between chronic illness and consumer bankruptcy filings. - September 03, 2009 - Outsourced Paralegal Services

Founding Members of Initiatives Healthcare Bring Unprecedented Leadership to Florence Arizona Hospital, Tri-Valley Region

Edward McEachern, MD, CEO and Brent Cherne, CPA, CFO, combine talents to bring experience and leadership to the new hospital being constructed in Florence Arizona. Florence Community Healthcare will open its doors in late Fall 2009. - September 03, 2009 - Florence Community Healthcare

Lupus Research Institute Encouraged by Phase 2 Trial Results of Experimental Drug Epratuzumab

The Lupus Research Institute (LRI) and its National Coalition of state and local organizations congratulate Immunomedics and UCB on the successful results of the Phase 2b clinical trial of epratuzumab for people with systemic lupus. “It is heartening to see success in lupus trials and to see... - September 03, 2009 - Lupus Research Institute

The Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference Announces Reliance Standard as a Sponsor

The Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference would like to announce Reliance Standard as a Sponsor of the 1st Limited Medical & Voluntary Benefits Conference on October 25th and 26th, 2009. Celebrating more than 100 years of distinguished service, Reliance Standard is a top-ranked... - September 03, 2009 - Mini Medical & Limited Medical Plan Conference

DRE Veterinary Meets Demand for Respiratory Ventilators

Veterinary facilities throughout the United States rely on DRE Veterinary for its wide selection of new and professionally refurbished respiratory ventilators. - September 03, 2009 - DRE Medical Equipment

Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Madurai Inaugurates Its State-of-the-Art Oncology Block, Equipped with South Tamilnadu’s Most Advanced LINAC with Onboard Imager

Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Madurai with inauguration of its state-of-the-art Oncology Block, equipped with South Tamilnadu’s Most Advanced LINAC with Onboard Imager (OBI) joins the select centres in India for advanced Cancer Care. - September 03, 2009 - Apollo Speciality Hospitals

Dr. K. M. Cherian’s Frontier Lifeline Hospital Signs MoU with BSNL

Dr. K. M. Cherian’s Frontier Lifeline Hospital today inked an MoU with BSNL, India’s leading telecommunication company, to provide world class telecommunication facilities in the upcoming Frontier Mediville project at Elavur in Thiruvallur District. - September 03, 2009 - Frontier Lifeline

Launch of RADIESSE in Eastern India by Dr. Paul’s Multispeciality Clinic ~ Ultimate Skin Implant to Look Young

Dr. Paul's Multispeciality Clinic, pioneer in Mesotherapy in eastern India is launching RADIESSE on the occasion of coming festive season of Durga Puja, Eid & Diwali first time in eastern India to correct instant facial wrinkles and folds to give an younger look that lasts. - September 03, 2009 - Dr.Paul's Multispeciality Clinic

Free Workshop Will Address Living with Advanced Breast Cancer

Silvana Martino, D.O. will present "Frankly Speaking About Advanced Breast Cancer" at The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura. - September 03, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura

Focus On Healing and Pebbles Wellness Spa Host Immume System Wellness Weekend

In the Nation's Capital two area health care leaders have come together to introduce alternative/complementary health care approaches in the war against the Swine Flu. - September 03, 2009 - Focus On Healing Wellness Institute

New Wrist Splint Provides Unmatched Support, Comfort and Adjustability with Universal Fit

Unique Design Allows Fingers and Wrist to Rest Comfortably in Proper Position During Treatment of Hand and Wrist Contractures - September 02, 2009 - Professional Products, Inc.

Tankar Medical Now Sells the Intelect TranSport Light Therapy System

Tankar Medical announces the availability of the Intelect TranSport Light Therapy System on www.tankarmedical.com. - September 02, 2009 - Tankar Medical Equipment Inc.

The Medical Tourism Association Officially Releases Health Tourism Magazine, Issue 2

The Medical Tourism Association officially released issue two of the cutting-edge online Health Tourism Magazine with special focus on Jordan ~ The Dead Sea. - September 02, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™

Breakthrough Probiotic Boosts Kid’s Health and Offers a Safe Alternative for Milk Protein Allergy Sufferers

Amerifit Brands Introduces New Culturelle for Kids to Effectively Restore Balance in the Digestive Tract. - September 02, 2009 - Amerifit Brands

New, Improved Home to National CPR, AED, First Aid and Emergency Response Training

Annuvia website undergoes a redesign to improve usability. - September 02, 2009 - Annuvia, Inc.

Medicare RAC Audit Preparation Identifies and Corrects Errors, Saving Thousands

Payment Automation Network, Inc. announced the launch of a new service for physicians, home health agencies, hospitals and durable medical equipment providers in preparation for the upcoming Medicare audit by the RACs. - September 02, 2009 - Payment Automation Network, Inc.

As Healthcare Debate Drags on, Consumer-Centered Website Provides Ideas and Tools for Saving Money on Healthcare

The new user-focused interface by HealthHarbor.com puts more information at consumers' fingertips. The website emphasizes being smart healthcare consumers, money-saving healthcare approaches, getting the most out of health coverage, and interactive tools that provide patients with concrete ideas on how to lower their healthcare costs. - September 01, 2009 - HealthHarbor

Kavapoint Introduces “ICU Pearls” for the iPhone for Medical Professionals

“ICU Pearls” is the first of it’s kind for the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch and was developed specifically for the nurses and physicians working in critical care. - September 01, 2009 - Kavapoint LLC

When Baby Proofing Your Home, Stress Proof It Too, Says Chicago Counseling Practice

The emotional health of the parents, and especially mothers, is critical to a successful new arrival of a baby into a family. Pre and post baby counseling can be beneficial to soon-to-be and new mothers, parents, and families as they prepare for the imminent changes that a baby brings. - August 31, 2009 - Urban Balance

CriticalPoint™ Launches Seven New Virtual Compounder™ Training Modules

CriticalPoint, in partnership with Baxa Corporation, releases seven new training modules to its interactive programming for USP 797 compliance. This innovative series of training lessons allows users not only to view, read and memorize materials, but to demonstrate a clear understanding and proficiency in USP 797 sterile compounding concepts. - August 31, 2009 - Baxa Corporation

Tankar Medical Equipment Inc. Now Sells CFPM 400 C-Arm Imaging Table from Oakworks

Tankar Medical Equipment Inc. announces the availability of the CFPM 400 C-Arm Imaging Table to consumers. - August 31, 2009 - Tankar Medical Equipment Inc.

Thirteen Lyme-Literate Health Care Practitioners Reveal Their Treatment Strategies for Chronic Lyme Disease in New Book

A new book, Insights Into Lyme Disease Treatment: Thirteen Lyme-Literate Health Care Practitioners Share Their Healing Strategies, provides people with Lyme disease and their physicians with current, cutting-edge information on the treatment of chronic Lyme disease and the corollary conditions that... - August 30, 2009 - Connie Strasheim

First Flu Shots Now Immediately Available at MD Now Urgent Care Walk in Medical Centers, in Palm Beach County, Florida

Flu Shots now being given at all MD Now Urgent Care Center locations throughout Palm Beach County. As one of the largest providers of walk-in medical care in South Florida, MD Now Urgent Care Centers are traditionally one of the first doctor’s offices to get flu vaccines in Palm Beach County. MD Now Urgent Care staff began giving seasonal influenza vaccine to residents of Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, West Palm Beach, Lake Worth, Royal Palm Beach, Royal Palm Beach, Wellington and Palm Beach Gardens - August 30, 2009 - MD Now Urgent Care

Former White House Physician Robert G. Darling ’81 to Speak at Adelphi

Adelphi University welcomes Robert G. Darling ’81, White House physician during the Bill Clinton presidency and former director of the Navy Medicine Office of Homeland Security, to discuss “First Physician, An Adelphi Graduate’s Experience as White House Doctor,” on... - August 30, 2009 - Adelphi University

Rosadyn Pilot Study Results

Vascular Health Specialists, a firm dedicated to leveraging the latest dermatologic research to develop cutting-edge skin care products, announces the pilot study results of their Rosadyn nutraceutical product, which targets flushing, redness and inflammation of facial skin. The study showed significant symptom impact over the 4 week period, with more than 90% of participants reporting an improvement. - August 29, 2009 - Vascular Health Specialists

U.S Medical Tourism Agency and TAITRA Visit Min-Sheng Hospital

Taiwan government agency chooses Min-Sheng Hospital to showcase Taiwan's international healthcare. - August 29, 2009 - Min-Sheng Hospital

Targeted Instant Communications, Inc Has Been Chosen by the Connecticut Technology Council as a 2009 Company to Watch as Part of the Third Annual Cantor Colburn Awards

Targeted Instant Communications, Inc. has been selected by the Connecticut Technology Council as a 2009 Company to Watch in recognition of its unique technology, Intelliblast™, which deploys two-way, real-time communications. The Connecticut Technology Council, the State’s industry... - August 29, 2009 - Targeted Instant Communications

Patent for 4 Novel Hair Loss Treatment Inventions

4 new inventions aimed at treating hair loss were submitted to the UK patent office by the British thinning hair specialists Nanogen. - August 29, 2009 - Nanogen

Endosoft Expanding to Meet the Veterans Administration Needs

EndoSoft is pleased to announce that their entire line of clinical specialty software applications is now approved for use with the Department of Veterans Affairs’ VistA Imaging. The VistA Imaging system integrates clinical images, scanned documents, and other non-textual data into a... - August 28, 2009 - EndoSoft

MarketsandMarkets: Global Top Ten Medical Device Technologies Market Worth $454.3 Billion by 2014

The entire market for top ten medical device technologies is estimated to be approximately $454.3 billion, of which medical diagnostic devices technologies alone constitute about 40%. - August 28, 2009 - marketsandmarkets

Endosoft Signs Distribution Agreement with CR Kennedy & Company Pty. Ltd.

EndoSoft, a leading healthcare information technology and software company announced today they signed a distribution Agreement with CR Kennedy & Company Pty Ltd for their ImageArk product line. ImageArk is a user-friendly Medical Document & Image Management solution for various specialties... - August 28, 2009 - EndoSoft

Frankly Speaking About Cancer Treatment Presented by The Wellness Community

The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura will host a free presentation for people affected by cancer entitled: Frankly Speaking About Cancer Treatment with Barbara Hornsby, RN/BSN. - August 28, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura

Rabbit Healthcare Systems Launches Health Information Exchange

Three real world interfaces facilitate the flow of vital patient information between patients, facilities and systems. Rabbit Healthcare Systems, the leading oncology electronic health records (EHR) and practice management system, today announced that it has launched the first phase of its health... - August 27, 2009 - Rabbit Healthcare Systems

WellWorld Science Introduces Livea, a Safe and Natural Appetite Control Supplement Advanced Aid in Weight Loss Without Caffeine, Fat Blockers, Fiber or Other Stimulants

After tireless research and an extensive open-label weight loss study, WellWorld Science introduces Livea, a doctor-developed, non-prescription patent pending appetite control supplement that does NOT contain stimulants, fat blockers, artificial sweeteners, fiber or any other synthetic ingredients... - August 27, 2009 - WellWorld Science

Renco Direct Inc Receives 2009 Best of Yukon Award

Renco Direct Inc has been selected for the 2009 Best of Yukon Award in the Health Insurance Carriers category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA). - August 27, 2009 - Freedom Fellowship Church

Beike Biotechnology Announced as Silver Sponsor at World’s Largest Medical Tourism Conference in Los Angeles October 26th-28th 2009

The 2nd Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress would like to announce Beike Biotechnology as a Silver Sponsor at conference on October 26-28th, 2009. Beike Biotechnology is a leading biotech company focused on adult stem cell technologies for treating incurable diseases. Beike... - August 27, 2009 - Medical Tourism Association™

Yoga Poses to Practice at Any Moment in Your Daily Life

How many times have you heard someone say, "I'd really like to do yoga but I just don't have time for it?" That is no longer an excuse. The new book, Yoga in No Time at All, published by PranaPower, LLC, provides 39 poses that can be done while you are brushing your teeth, putting your... - August 26, 2009 - PranaPower, LLC

NeoThrive® Enteral Feeding System Addresses the Serious Risk of Tubing Misconnections in NICU Facilities

Baxa raises industry awareness of preventing tubing misconnections with its premier dedicated enteral feeding system that helps neonatal babies grow safely. The awareness effort is supported by two different media in order to ensure this critical information reaches a larger audience. Helping these fragile babies thrive is the reason Baxa produced the NeoThrive Enteral Feeding System. - August 26, 2009 - Baxa Corporation

Comedy Night at the Wellness Community Featuring Comedy Central Alum Louis Ashamallah

A free Comedy Night for people affected by cancer with featured performer Louis Ashamallah will be held Monday, September 14, 7:00-8:00 p.m. at The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village. The monthly Comedy Night series is made possible by funds raised at the Stand... - August 26, 2009 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura

MResult Healthcare Recognized as a Technology Company to Watch

MResult Healthcare, LLC, a provider of practical, cost-effective IT solutions for hospitals, will be recognized as one of 100 technology “Companies to Watch” for 2009 at the third annual Innovation Pipeline Awards and Technology Showcase at the Omni Hotel in New Haven on September 17,... - August 26, 2009 - MResult Healthcare