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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
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
"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 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
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 (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
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
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 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 (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)
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
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, 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 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 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
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
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
Three Tips to Maximize Your Benefit from the American Association of Orthodontists - October 22, 2016 - Curium
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
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
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
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 has launched a free 3-part online training series for parents about child sexual abuse prevention. - July 25, 2016 - BeAKidsHero™
Jocelyn Gets a Wheelchair Accessible Van
Performance Mobility, Chive Charities and BraunAbility have teamed up to help Joycelyn and her family travel more comfortably in their first wheelchair accessible minivan. - July 12, 2016 - Performance Mobility
Baebies Appoints Former Medtronic CEO and Illumina Ventures Founding Partner to Its Board of Directors
Baebies, Inc., a company focused on advancing newborn screening and pediatric testing, today announced that William A. Hawkins and Nicholas Naclerio, PhD have joined the company’s Board of Directors effective immediately. Mr. Hawkins is the retired Chairman and CEO of Medtronic, a... - June 30, 2016 - Baebies, Inc.
Charlie Chance (Leukaemia) -- Let's Go Help Save One Life? Only 1 Dollar/Pound Can Really Make the Difference, Organized by: CarolinaCorreiaCosta (Crowdfunding)
CarolinaCorreiaCosta (Crowdfunding) is a company who tries to do the best to save children's lives who have cancer or another types of medical diseases. CarolinaCorreiaCosta's contributions in Crowdfundings campaigns, saved, until now, 8 children, with the cooperation of YouCaring.com. This is one more case that needs the help of everybody and any help is absolutely necessary. - June 16, 2016 - CarolinaCorreiaCosta
Pediatrician Dr. Monica Dhar, M.D. Joins Family Medicine Associates of Midland
35-year mid-Michigan primary care health care team strengthens pediatric resources. Family Medicine Associates of Midland announces that Monica Dhar, M.D. has joined the practice as a pediatric physician and is accepting new patients. Dr. Dhar, a longtime Midland resident, brings 17 years of trusted mid-Michigan pediatric experience to the practice. - May 06, 2016 - Family Medicine Associates of Midland
The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund Honors Dr. Edmund F. La Gamma
The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund honored Edmund F. La Gamma, MD, Chief, Newborn Medicine at Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, a Member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, with the inaugural Lily Pedro Award for Excellence. The event, The 1st Annual Morgan's FunDay, was held at the... - May 05, 2016 - The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund, Inc.
Pediatrician of the Year, Legislator of the Year Recognized by the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WIAAP)
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics recently awarded two child health advocates with its highest honors. Ann Behrmann, MD, FAAP was recognized as WIAAP's Pediatrician of the Year, and Rep. Joan Ballweg was named Legislator of the Year. - April 28, 2016 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Morgan's Fund Issues Statement on Selection for NORD's Natural History Studies Project
A statement was issued today by Stephanie M. Vaughan, Co-founder and President of The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund (Morgan’s Fund), regarding the announcement of the National Organization for Rare Disorders’ (NORD) selection of Natural History Studies Project participants. - April 22, 2016 - The Morgan Leary Vaughan Fund, Inc.
Launch of New Lysosomal Acid Lipase Deficiency Educational Resource on epgonline.org
epgonline.org, the website for healthcare professionals, has today announced the launch of a new educational resource for lysosomal acid lipase (LAL) deficiency. The LAL Deficiency Knowledge Centre is intended to provide important disease awareness and treatment information to healthcare... - April 20, 2016 - EPG Health Media
Cesar Chavez Lifetime Achievement Award Given to North County Health Services’ CEO
The network of 11 clinics has become a medical home for over 62,000 patients and clients for nearly two decades. - April 13, 2016 - NCHS
Integrative Pediatric Health Care Now Open
Integrative Pediatric Health Care (IPHC) held its grand opening on January 20, 2016. As the first independently owned and operated Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Practice in Colorado, IPHC is an innovative approach to health care for children incorporating conventional western medical approaches with... - March 16, 2016 - Integrative Pediatric Health Care
Soft Drinks and Orthodontic Treatment Are a Recipe for Disaster Says American Association of Orthodontists
Many people are not aware that soft drinks – even diet soft drinks, sports and energy drinks, and fruit drinks – contain acids, which can be especially troublesome for people in orthodontic treatment. The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) strongly advises patients in... - March 12, 2016 - Curium
Network with and Hear from GSK, Roche and Lundbeck at Paediatric Clinical Trials 2016: Preliminary List of Attendees Released
SMi Group reports (29.02.2016, London): With the conference taking place next month, SMi have released a preliminary list of attendees. - March 02, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Rubin S. Cooper as 2016 Professional of the Year
Dr. Rubin S. Cooper, of Hollis, New York, has recently been recognized as a 2016 Professional of the Year in Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Healthcare. - January 30, 2016 - Strathmore Who's Who