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Florida Association of ACOs Announces Strategic Partnership with H3C
FLAACOs adds Chronic Care Management to its portfolio in light of shift toward remote patient care. - June 10, 2020 - Florida Association of ACOs
More Than 20K Meals Donated to Healthcare Workers Through TravCon Meals for Meds Campaign
TravCon and Fusion Medical Staffing joined forces in April to launch Meals for Meds in effort to support front-line medical professionals by donating and delivering meals during the COVID-19 pandemic, while also stimulating local economies by placing orders with local restaurants. - June 09, 2020 - Fusion Medical Staffing
Text AI Event Leader 42Chat Adds 3 to Its Sales Team
42Chat, the market leader in text AI chatbots for live events, has made three additions to its sales team. Ray Baum, Colin Tokosch and Mike Flynn have joined the company to help further fuel the company’s growth as the event industry begins its recovery from the COVID-19 lockdowns. Ray Baum... - June 09, 2020 - 42Chat
WikiLocks Formally Announces Healthcare Industry Strategic Content Data Security Offering for Complete HIPAA Compliance
WikiLocks formally announces ground breaking industry security solution for healthcare enabling HIPAA compliance of all patient records/data regardless of where the data or patient record resides, an industry first enabling secure patient data sharing & collaboration for all parties while maintaining management of security and access rights. - June 09, 2020 - WikiLocks
Telemedicine Breaks Out of Prisons to Widespread Use During Pandemic
Remote care providing fast, efficient treatment - June 08, 2020 - KaZee Inc.
Doner Designs Completes Charity Sale of Time Machine Bass Guitar
Last week the Doner Designs time machine theme bass was sold to Arend Raby, a bass player and collector of unique instruments. Doner Designs Founder, Steve Doner, said that 100% of the proceeds were donated to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. - June 08, 2020 - Doner Designs
Dr. Leeds Introduces Telemedicine Services to Ensure Safe Treatment During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The current pandemic due to COVID-19 has forced the world to go indoors by practicing social distancing and adhering to lockdown instructions globally. These are the times that call for solidarity and unity to fight the situation until the world comes back to its normal being. In such challenging... - June 08, 2020 - Dr. Leeds
Kings Park/Smithtown Resident, Marci Brockmann’s Book, "Permission to Land," Nominated for Global Award
"Permission to Land: Searching For Love, Home & Belonging" written by Kings Park/ Smithtown resident, Marci Brockmann, has been nominated for a 2020 Author Academy Award, an honor bestowed for literary merit and publishing excellence in the writing and publishing industry. Marci... - June 07, 2020 - Marci Brockmann Author & Artist
Jacksonville Company Grants New Roof to COVID-19 Heroes in Its Annual Program
Reliant Announces Fourth Annual Every Shingle Heart Initiative. Reliant, a family-owned company that opened in 2015, is partnering with the roofing manufacturer, GAF, to give away a free roof to one healthcare worker or first responder in Northeast Florida. - June 06, 2020 - Reliant Roofing, Solar, & Hurricane Shutters
Vitex LLC Introduces IR based Fever Detection System, FDS-100
Vitex LLC, a leading technology solutions provider to telecom and medical industries today announced launch of its IR based Fever Detection System, FDS-100. FDS-100 is ideal for use as a screening tool for fever detection in high traffic areas like educational institutions and manufacturing facilities. - June 06, 2020 - Vitex LLC
Curatio Leads Supercluster Project to Help Keep Patients Healthy at Home and End Loneliness
The Digital Technology Supercluster announced today their co-investment of $1.4M in a new project that will help keep patients healthy, connected and supported at home. The Stronger Together: Social Infrastructure for Community Health project will combine a private social network that uses AI,... - June 05, 2020 - Curatio
The Cassata Foundation Donates 300 Meals
Feeding the Local Community While Supporting Local Merchants - June 05, 2020 - The Cassata Foundation
Skin Care Doctors Helps Giving Hearts Day Become a Record Breaking Day
Giving Hearts Day was one for the record books for St. John’s Academy. The success of this day was made possible with the matching gift of $20,000 from Dr. Michael & Donna Ebertz. - June 05, 2020 - Skin Care Doctors, PA
Carisk Partners’ Paige Grogan Selected as HITMC Healthcare Rising Star Award Nominee
Carisk® Partners announced today that Paige Grogan, Carisk Digital Brand Manager & Marketing Coordinator has been selected as a honoree for the 2020 Medigy HITMC Awards in the Healthcare Rising Star category. Every year, the Healthcare and IT Marketing Community (HITMC) comes together to... - June 04, 2020 - Carisk Partners
PHA Announces the 2020 Innovation Summit and Capitol Caucus
Emerging Population Health Management Strategies in Our New Era of Health Care; Presented by PHA –Your National Professional and Trade Association dedicated to Population Health Management - June 04, 2020 - Population Health Alliance
MiXto Pro CO2 Laser for Facial Resurfacing (5 Time Award Winner) Now Has Added Technology for Novel Non-Ablative Vaginal Therapy Called V-Lase
This unique device has patented technology which allows a CO2 laser to deliver a first of it's kind non-ablative vaginal therapy treatment with no risk of post-op side effects, no downtime, no consumables, no treatment pain or topical anesthetic required. - June 04, 2020 - Lasering USA
IMNA Announces New Appointment to Its Board of Directors
IMNA Solutions announced today that it has appointed Russ Yelton, President/CEO of Yelton and Associates and Chairman of The Board of Trustees of Arizona Healthcare Impact Foundation to its board of directors. - June 03, 2020 - IMNA Solutions
Rose Medical Center Among Denver Post Top Workplaces
The Denver Post Names Rose Medical Center a Winner of the Colorado Top Workplaces 2020 Award for the Fifth Year Running - June 03, 2020 - Rose Medical Center
AB BIOINNOVATIONS, Inc. Announces a Ground-Breaking Alternative to Antibiotics
The AB BIOINNOVATIONS, Inc. Antibacterial and Anti-inflammatory strips 1. Immediately resolve the very infection (including antibiotic-resistant bacteria), which its color indicator has detected; 2. AB BIO compound also immediately addresses inflammation at the site, thus suppressing pain, swelling, and discomfort. - June 03, 2020 - AB BIOINNOVATIONS, Inc.
LaKira S. Sostand Honored as a Woman of the Month for April 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
LaKira S. Sostand of Chicago, Illinois has been honored as a Woman of the Month for April 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. Each month P.O.W.E.R. features women to represent... - June 03, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
STARR Portal by Employee Support Services, LLC Reduces Risk and Improves Patient Outcomes in the Home Care Industry with Improved Training, Communication and Feedback
The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed how fragile our senior population is to viruses and infection. This unforeseen catastrophe has forced all sectors of the health care industry to reexamine their training protocols. Many families are turning to home care as an alternative to nursing homes and... - June 03, 2020 - Employee Support Services, LLC
Dr. Mowlavi Selected to RealSelf Medical Advisory Board
Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Institute today announces that Dr. Arian Mowlavi joined RealSelf as a member of the Medical Advisory Board. - June 02, 2020 - Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Institute
Dr. Patricia A. Kaine, MD Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Dr. Patricia A. Kaine, MD of Parma, Ohio has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Dr. Patricia A. Kaine, MD Dr. Patricia Kaine is a retired... - June 02, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide
Zeteo Biomedical Introduces ZEOx1 AquilaMD™ Ophthalmic Drug Delivery System
Zeteo’s patient-centric ophthalmic delivery systems are designed for precise, self-administration of preservative free drugs and biopharmaceuticals. - June 01, 2020 - Zeteo Biomedical LLC
The Cassata Foundation Gives Supports Local Businesses and Suffolk County Police Department
On Wednesday May 27, 2020, Rosario S. Cassata, President and Trustee of The Cassata Foundation along with his wife Carolyn donated to the Suffolk County Police Department 2nd Precinct “500” KN95 face masks, providing “100” meals from NY Panini and a monetary donation of... - May 31, 2020 - The Cassata Foundation
Varicose Veins Doctors Helps Its Clients Build Muscle and Sculpt Their Body Using the Latest Emsculpt Technology in New York
The clinic uses cutting edge technology for effective body sculpting treatment that improves muscle definition while burning fat. - May 30, 2020 - Varicose Veins Doctors
Metro Safety’s First Aid Courses Help Save Lives During COVID-19 Outbreak as Healthcare Workers Are Pressed for Time & Resources
Canadian first aid educator becomes a vital resource during COVID medical crisis. - May 30, 2020 - Metro Safety Training
Wellin(TM) Inc. Awarded Patent for Hyper Immune Milk Benefits
Wellin Inc. is a Milk Biologics company that utilizes a patented and clinically tested ingredient, Microlactin, as a dietary supplement. Wellin is currently sold direct to consumers on their website www.wellininc.com. - May 29, 2020 - Wellin Inc.
Black Women's Health Imperative Announces New Rare Disease Diversity Coalition
First-Of-Its Kind Coalition Will Convene Healthcare Leaders to Address the Extraordinary Challenges Faced by Minorities with a Rare Disease - May 29, 2020 - Black Women's Health Imperative
Announcing Contractors Wardrobe's New Product Release: uShield™
Released today and available on Home Depot’s website, uShield™ is a safeguard shield that allows you to interact with others while reducing exposure from coughs, sneezes, and viruses. The product is freestanding and includes a rust-proof aluminum frame and Clear Tempered Safety Glass. - May 29, 2020 - Contractors Wardrobe
Mary’s Center Receives Emergency Funding from Direct Relief to Bolster the Healthcare Safety Net in the Washington, DC Region
Mary’s Center announced an infusion of $50,000 in emergency grant funding from the medical aid organization Direct Relief, in partnership with the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) to continue frontline response efforts serving the most under-resourced individuals and families in the region. - May 29, 2020 - Mary's Center
ProPublica Reporting Underscores Need for Improved PAD Screening for African Americans
CVC working collaboratively with bipartisan lawmakers to advance policies to improve access to screening for at-risk populations and reduce preventable amputations. - May 28, 2020 - CardioVascular Coalition
COVID-19 Survivor Warns Others with a Video; Metro-Detroiter Wants to Spread Story Nationally to Flatten the Curve
Victor Cunningham created a video “Do Not Underestimate COVID-19” to discuss his story with the world after being hospitalized. His experience has been from hallucination to the fear of being ostracized by family and friends by testing positive. The video was produced within one week with the help of Sylvester Foster, owner of Seal Productions. - May 28, 2020 - Seal Productions
Curatio, a Digital Health Company That Has Developed the World’s First Social Health Prescription to Tackle Loneliness and Isolation, Has Raised a Series A Round
Curatio, a digital health company that has developed the world’s first social health prescription to tackle loneliness and isolation, has raised a Series A round. The round was led by Rhino Ventures, a Vancouver-based venture capital firm, with participation from Conexus Venture Capital Fund. Curatio provides health organizations their own private social networks for patients using a privacy and regulatory compliant software platform. The amount of funding has not been disclosed. - May 28, 2020 - Curatio
Free Online Summit: How to Thrive with Chronic Illness and Limited Energy
A free 14-day online summit featuring 60 speakers, videos, live speaker panels. Launches July 10, Chronic Disease Awareness Day, through July 24, 2020. - May 28, 2020 - Aoede
Sky Ridge Medical Center Names Angie Voigt as Chief Nursing Officer
Sky Ridge Medical Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Angie Voigt to the position of Chief Nursing Officer. Voigt, who most recently served as HelthONE’s North Suburban Chief Nursing Officer. “Angie is highly regarded among her North Suburban and HealthONE colleagues and... - May 28, 2020 - Sky Ridge Medical Center
42Chat Releases HealthShield, Text-Based Screening for Businesses to Reopen Quickly and Safely During COVID-19 Pandemic
42Chat, an award-winning provider of Text-based AI chatbot solutions, has announced the release of HealthShield, to help America’s businesses safely reopen after the coronavirus lockdowns. With HealthShield businesses can remotely capture CDC-compliant information for anyone entering their... - May 27, 2020 - 42Chat
GNW Announced They Are Working with School Districts Across the Unites States to Provide Reusable Face Masks for Students and Faculty to Prepare for School Reopenings
Good News Warehouse is now supplying bacteria killing, washable and reusable face masks to several schools and school districts across the country. The new Bio-Mask is the smartest filtering technology available for face masks today. Being washable and reusable makes them a perfect solution to help students and teachers returns safely to school in the Fall of 2020. - May 27, 2020 - Good News Warehouse
Axiom Medical and ISS Facility Services Integrate a Comprehensive Layered Approach to Decrease Risk of Infectious Disease in the Workplace via CheckIn2Work
Axiom Medical announced today that it has partnered with ISS Facility Services, a leading workplace experience and facility management company, to provide a comprehensive layered approach to decrease the risk of infectious disease in the workplace by integrating its CheckIn2Work and Rapid Response... - May 26, 2020 - Axiom Medical
New Age Marketing: Opportunity Continues from Home During COVID-19
Amongst the pandemic of COVID-19, New Age Marketing has maintained clients' numbers steady and kept their employees' health and finances safe. - May 26, 2020 - New Age Marketing Inc.
Remote Temperature Scanning Stations Available to Employers
Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. teams with Agile Force to provide a solution for remote workplace temperature checks. - May 26, 2020 - Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc.
Nationally Regarded Melanoma Research Advocate and Founder, President of AIM at Melanoma, Val Guild, Dies
It is with profound sadness that AIM at Melanoma announces the death of its Founder and President, Valerie Guild, on May 21, 2020 from complications of ovarian cancer. “Val was an inspiration and visionary leader, for our staff, the research community, and countless patients and families in... - May 24, 2020 - AIM at Melanoma Foundation
Streamline Your Clients’ Check-in Process with Echo InForm
The Echo Group is excited to announce their newest product module, Echo InForm, a convenient solution that allows clients to complete forms, assessments, and questionnaire's electronically. Part of the EchoConnect suite of client engagement tools, Echo InForm is easy to implement and will save... - May 24, 2020 - The Echo Group
Insurance Plans Don't Cover All Drugs, Forcing Difficult Health Decisions Reports AACII
Nearly half of middle income Americans who have had drugs denied by their insurance fail to fill the prescription reports the American Association for Critical Illness Insurance. - May 23, 2020 - American Association for Critical Illness Insurance
COVID-19 Diagnostic and Antibody Testing at HealthONE CareNow®
CareNow® Urgent Care clinics now offer COVID-19 diagnostic testing and antibody testing to the community. Diagnostic testing is available for those experiencing coronavirus-like symptoms such as fever, cough, shortness of breath and headache. An online screening tool first evaluates risk and... - May 23, 2020 - CareNow Urgent Care
Experimentica Ltd. Announces the Successful Acquisition of the Ophthalmic Contract Research Division from Ophthy-DS, Inc.
Experimentica Ltd., a leader in preclinical ophthalmic drug discovery services, announces the successful acquisition of the contract research division from Ophthy-DS, Inc., a Michigan-based preclinical contract research organization (CRO) specializing in non-regulated drug discovery services and medical device testing for ophthalmic indications. - May 22, 2020 - Experimentica Ltd
mHealthCoach Releases Solution to Help Businesses Protect Employees from Coronavirus Pandemic
OSHA- and HIPPA-compliant program traces workforce wellness check-ins and provides resources for employees affected by COVID-19. Today, smart care coordination platform mHealthCoach unveiled Employee Screening Solution, an app-based solution for businesses that want to proactively protect the safety and health of their returning workforces in the midst of COVID-19. - May 22, 2020 - mHealthCoach
Are You Ready for “The Derm Bros” Virtual Happy Hour Round 4?
Join Board Certified Dermatologists, Dr. H.L. Greenberg and David Cotter, M.D., Ph.D., aka, “The Derm Bros” as they host their 3rd Virtual Happy Hour on Las Vegas Dermatology’s Facebook and @lvderm Instagram channels this Friday 5/22/2020 at 4:30pm Pacific Time. - May 22, 2020 - Las Vegas Dermatology
Tigerlily Foundation Will Host Virtual #ListenUpMBC Confab on Young Women’s Metastatic Breast Cancer Disparities During Women’s Health Month
Three Day Event Convenes Patient Advocates, Healthcare Providers, Scientists, Policymakers, Industry Leaders, Faith and Grassroots Organizations and Influencers for a National Conversation to eliminate the disparity gap and Improve the Health Outcomes of African American Women. - May 21, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
Former Undisputed Heavyweight Champion Lennox Lewis, CBE, CM, Makes Substantial Investment Into Cannabis Company New Maple Holdings Ltd.
Lennox Lewis, CBE, CM, holds dual British and Canadian citizenship is a retired professional boxer, active from 1989 to 2004. He is a three-time world heavyweight champion, a two-time lineal champion, and remains the last heavyweight to hold the undisputed title. Additionally, he won a gold medal... - May 21, 2020 - New Maple Holdings