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The Core Content in Urgent Care Medicine, a Video CME Program, Offers End of Year Discount to Encourage Physicians to Use Their CME Stipends Before They Expire
The Core Content in Urgent Care Medicine, a 60 hour video CME program, is offering an end of year discount to encourage physicians to use their CME stipends before they expire. As part of this "Use it or Lose it" event, the program will be discounted significantly, with savings of up to $500 off. - November 10, 2013 - Institute of Urgent Care Medicine
San Diego Down Syndrome Offers Free Signup for Christmas Event During Down Syndrome Awareness Month
San Diego Symphony's Cellist Karla Holland-Moritz and her student ensemble will be featured in a "Special Treasures Christmas Event" at Funbelievable in Lakeside. Featuring CHP, Fire, as well as local dignitaries. A free Hayride and gifts for all kids with Down Syndrome in attendance. - October 11, 2013 - San Diego Down Syndrome. Org
Braemoor Health Center Commemorates Child Health Day
Braemoor Health Center is proud to spread awareness about Child Health Day this October 7, 2013. - September 21, 2013 - Braemoor Health Center
Newman Village Kids to Aid Children’s Medical Center with Third Annual "Lemon Aid" Event
Frisco Community Hosts "Lemon Aid" Event on Sept. 22 to Benefit The Children’s Medical Center’s “Change for Children’s” Program - September 20, 2013 - Darling Homes
Gold Crest Care Center Celebrates Child Health Day
Gold Crest Care Center is happy to celebrate Child Health Day and spread awareness of health issues facing todays youth. - September 20, 2013 - Goldcrest Care Center
Grandell Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Commemorates Child Health Day
Grandell Rehabilitation and Nursing Center commemorates Child Health Day in hopes of spreading awareness of health issues facing today's youth. - September 20, 2013 - Grandell Rehab and Nursing Center
NewProductHelp.com Tabbed to Represent Crazy Pulse Ox Adapters Invention to Potential Licensees
Amanda S. J., Missouri resident and inventor recently contracted invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent her Crazy Pulse Ox Adapters invention to industry over the next 2 years. An innovative new product designed to address a common problem found in many pediatric medical... - September 19, 2013 - New Product Help, Inc.
Brain and Body Solutions Announces Brain Test to Diagnose ADHD is Approved by the FDA
The Food and Drug Administration announced on Tuesday, July 16, 2013 that it had approved the first brain wave test to help diagnose attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children by measuring brainwaves. Christy Foreman, a director at the F.D.A., said in a statement that the protocol would help health care providers more accurately determine whether ADHD was the cause of a particular behavioral problem. Dr. Stephanie Rimka of Brain and Body Solutions offers the brain wave test. - July 26, 2013 - Brain and Body Solutions
Top NYC Surgeon Set to Launch Children's Charity
Dr. Robert Morin gives details of the launch of new children's charity, Developing Faces, and weighs in on Angelina Jolie's recent elective surgery and womens' access to medical care. - June 29, 2013 - Robert Morin Plastic Surgeon
Georgia, Virginia Ride for Kids Donations Top $208,000
Ride for Kids participants help raise more than $208,000 for kids. - June 05, 2013 - Ride for Kids
MD Now Urgent Care, South Florida’s Largest Provider of Urgent Care & Occupational Medicine Continues Expansion in South Florida Opening in Greenacres, Palm Beach County
MD Now Urgent Care, South Florida’s largest provider of urgent care and occupational medicine services opens, its newest, largest, comprehensive free standing, "MD Now" facility including physical therapy this week, at 6868 Forest Hill Blvd in Greenacres, Palm Beach County, Florida. - June 04, 2013 - MD Now Urgent Care
Self Storage Provider, Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers, Raises $33,500 for Shriners Hospitals for Children and Celebrates 15th Anniversary
Celebrating 15 years in business and as a part of the Houston community, local self storage provider raises money to donate to the Shriners Hospitals for Children in Houston. - May 31, 2013 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Wisconsin Pediatricians Say Eliminating Mandatory Flu Vaccine Programs Would Put Children at Risk
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics urges opposition to proposed legislation that would limit employer mandatory flu vaccine programs. The bill, numbered LRB 0020/1 and currently being considered for co-sponsorship, provides for a “personal exemption” from any mandated flu vaccination required by an employer. Medical providers are expressing grave concerns over the proposed measure’s impact on the health of children. - May 23, 2013 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Motorcyclists Top $343,000 to Help Cure Kids
Motorcyclists gather in three states to help cure the kids. - May 08, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Convaid Donates Wheelchairs to Assist the Equine-Assisted Activities and Therapies at Rocking T Ranch
The wheelchair manufacturer recently donated two wheelchairs to the Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies (EQUIP) program at Rocking T Ranch in Yorba Linda, CA, to help train the horses get use to students with wheelchairs and other medical equipment. - May 08, 2013 - Convaid, Inc.
Houston Ride for Kids Tops $239,000
Hundreds gathered for the Houston Ride for Kids, which raised more than $200,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation at ride time. - May 01, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Cincinnati Optometry Practice Adds Optometrist
Cincinnati Optometrist Cheryl Adams joins Madeira Optical, a Cincinnati Optometry practice and optical shop. Dr. Adams brings experience in pediatric and family eye care. - April 26, 2013 - Madeira Optical
Parkway Laboratories and Sengenics Enter Into an Exclusive Partnership to Provide Pioneering Genetic Tests in Singapore
Sengenics, a leading genetic diagnostics company and Parkway Laboratory Services, the premier private laboratory services provider in Singapore, and part of the Parkway Pantai group, the largest private healthcare provider in the region, announced today that they have entered into an exclusive... - April 25, 2013 - Sengenics
Welcome to The Kingdom of Should: A Special Story for Children on the Autism Spectrum and Their Parents
The Kingdom of Should is an audio story with a therapeutically designed musical soundtrack and several kid-friendly songs for and about children on the autism spectrum. The story shows that one's apparent limitations can be turned into strengths. It also addresses issues like bullying and gluten-free diet as it relates to autism spectrum behaviors. The Kingdom of Should was created by a schoolteacher, a developmental music therapist and a behavioral optometrist. - April 24, 2013 - Land of Can LLC
A "Can’t Miss" Event in Houston Medical Center: Local Business, Amazing Spaces, Plans Big Bash to Celebrate 15th Anniversary and to Raise Money for Children's Hospital
Amazing Spaces Storage Centers hosting 15th Year Anniversary Event and Charity Event on May 16th, 2013 at 2412 W. Holcombe Blvd. in the Houston Medical Center. Guests will enjoy wine, made-to-order savory crepes, a photobooth, and raffle prizes. The event promises to be fun and unique, the highlight being a "Storage Wars" themed live auction benefiting the Shriners Hospitals for Children in Houston with celebrity auctioneer Walt Cade from the A&E hit show Storage Wars Texas. - April 19, 2013 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
Ride for Kids Season Openers Raise More Than $100,000 for PBTF
2013 Ride for Kids events kicked off on April 14, raising more than $100,000 for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation in its first weekend. - April 17, 2013 - Ride for Kids
Positive Promotions Announces Winning Schools for 2012 Red Ribbon Week Contest
Each October, Positive Promotions supports the efforts of Red Ribbon Week by sponsoring an annual contest to recognize schools and organizations that celebrate the week in creative ways. Chosen from hundreds of outstanding contest entries, the company is proud to announce and congratulate the winning schools of the 2012 Red Ribbon Week Contest. - April 04, 2013 - Positive Promotions
Bhimsen S. Rao, M.D., F.A.A.P. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Bhimsen S. Rao, M.D., F.A.A.P. of Shelby Township, Michigan has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Bhimsen S. Rao, M.D., F.A.A.P. Dr. Rao has over 36 years experience in the... - March 20, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Denan Project Wins Award
The Denan Project wins award in Peru. Plus a summary of the latest news from its other 3 projects. - March 18, 2013 - The Denan Project
Friends in Adoption Case Manager Nan Pasquarello Comments on the Ethics Guidelines Released by The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Committee on Ethics
Friends in Adoption (FIA) Case Manager Nan Pasquarello comments on the Ethics guidelines released by The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Committee on Ethics. These Guidelines are for OB-GYNs working with patients considering adoption. Nan Pasquarello’s comments... - March 06, 2013 - Friends in Adoption
Mattie Miracle Sponsors Multidisciplinary Think Tank to Develop Psychosocial Standards of Care for Childhood Cancer
Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation sponsored a multidisciplinary think tank for the development of standards of care for the psychosocial needs of children and families with childhood cancer. The Think Tank was held at the American Psychosocial Oncology Society's (APOS) 10th annual conference in February 2013. Mattie Miracle also received the APOS Outstanding Community Service Award for 2013 during the conference. - February 24, 2013 - Mattie Miracle Cancer Foundation
Rose Paving Co. to Raise Funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Rose Paving Company is set to support the efforts of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® through a multi-event fundraising campaign in 2013. Rose Paving will host a fundraising activity at industry trade shows and events across the country, giving registered attendees the opportunity... - February 21, 2013 - Rose Paving Company
Ready to Roll: Convaid Introduces New EZ Rider Wheelchair
The industry leader in lightweight, folding pediatric wheelchairs introduces exciting improvements to one of their best-selling wheelchairs. - February 16, 2013 - Convaid, Inc.
Magic Lice Removal Highlights There Are No Short-Cuts to Head Lice Removal
To get rid of lice, there are no short-cuts other than a quick shave of the head. Combing and time are crucial elements in proper removal. - February 13, 2013 - Magic Lice Removal
SEE Marketing Fundraising Event for Operation Smile – Great Success!
SEE Marketing hosted a charity event at The Racks Restaurant and Sports Bar in Houston on January 28, 2013. The Racks generously opened its doors to SEE Marketing offering a hosting location as well as great drink and food deals for all those who attended. Proceeds from the event are being donated to the Operation Smile foundation. - February 06, 2013 - SEE Marketing
Convaid Donates Wheelchair to Mending Kids International
Convaid partners up with MKI as part of their Community Outreach program to help children from all over the world. - January 16, 2013 - Convaid, Inc.
Achieve Beyond Sponsors Young Child Expo and Conference
The pediatric therapy and autism services company is a silver sponsor for the New York City event for the third consecutive year. - January 10, 2013 - Achieve Beyond: Pediatric Therapy and Autism Services
Parkway SleepHealth Centers Releases Podcast on the Importance of Sleep for Children
Director of Operations for Cary-Based Sleep Health Center Discusses Ways Children Can Receive Adequate Sleep - January 10, 2013 - Parkway SleepHealth Centers
7th Annual “A Toast to Precious Souls” on January 26 to Benefit Saddleback Memorial Medical Center’s Tiniest Patients
Parents, Nurses to be Honored for Their Contributions - January 08, 2013 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital Physicians Pose Important Question About Tourette Syndrome Care
“What is our role?” is central query during a New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome Patient-Centered Medical Education presentation by 17-year-old Grace Hawruk. - December 01, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
HotSpring Hot Tub Auction Benefits Peterborough Children’s Ward
A luxury Limelight Glow hot tub donated by HotSpring World recently raised over £5,000 for the Amazon Children’s Ward at Peterborough City Hospital in a charity auction held as part of the Amazon Fundraising Ball. - November 24, 2012 - HotSpring World
Practice Velocity® Celebrates 10-Years of Serving Urgent Care Clinics
Practice Velocity Medical Software celebrating 10th Anniversary serving Urgent Care Clinics. - November 15, 2012 - Practice Velocity
Sengenics Announces Exclusive Agreement with the Sequenom Center for Molecular Medicine to Provide Its Non-Invasive Prenatal Trisomy Test in Malaysia and Singapore
Sengenics, Asia’s 1st Genetic Diagnostics Company, today announced that it has entered into an exclusive agreement with The Sequenom Center for Molecular Medicine (Sequenom CMM), to launch and promote its MaterniT21 PLUS non-invasive prenatal testing service in Malaysia and... - November 13, 2012 - Sengenics
Practice Velocity Now Serving Customers in All 50 States
With the addition of Black Hills Urgent Care (BHUC) in Rapid City, South Dakota, Practice Velocity, LLC is now serving customers in all fifty states. Over 800 clinics currently utilize Practice Velocity’s software systems to keep their urgent cares running smoothly and efficiently across the... - October 24, 2012 - Practice Velocity
Regal Pediatrics and Regal After Hours Care Announced the Opening of a Second Medical Office in Washington Township. Rochester Hills Office Now Offers Extended Hours.
Regal Pediatrics and Regal After Hours Family Care has opened a new office in Washington Township in Michigan. The Rochester Hills office has also extended the office hours. The office is open now until 8PM on the weekdays and until 4PM on Saturdays. - October 24, 2012 - Regal Pediatrics
Wisconsin Pediatricians Announce State and National Achievement Awards Recognitions Presented at WIAAP Advocacy Day at The Capitol
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (http://WIAAP.org) recently acknowledged the child health advocacy work of state pediatricians and child and family health advocates during the Advocacy Open Forum, held in the State Capitol Building in Madison. Recognitions included Senator Julie Lassa for Legislator of the Year and Kristina Manke for Community Service Award, as well as numerous national awards from the American Academy of Pediatrics. - October 15, 2012 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Linda Ann Myers, M.D. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Linda Ann Myers, M.D., of Washington, DC has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Linda Ann Myers Dr. Myers has over 20 years experience in the healthcare field. She is an... - October 11, 2012 - Strathmore Worldwide
Lorikeet Learning LLC Stands Out by “Singing with the Shark”
Lorikeet Learning, LLC is an education solution company providing resources to educators and parents working to reach the most challenging students. By providing educational resources and products, forums, a digital community, and expertise Lorikeet will be the “go to brand” for teachers and parents of children with severe learning differences. - October 10, 2012 - Lorikeet Learning
NewProductHelp.com Brings House Doctor Invention to Life Through Dynamic Online Presentation
Marcia W., New York resident and inventor, recently contracted South Florida-based invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to create an exciting and informative online presentation for her House Doctor invention that could eventually be used to introduce the concept to potential licensees in... - October 10, 2012 - New Product Help, Inc.
Results of Type C Guidance Meeting with Food & Drug Administration (FDA) of ZYDIS® ODT Fluoxetine in the Treatment of Repetitive Behaviors in Autism
Autism Therapeutics LLC ("Autism Therapeutics") announced today that the Type C Guidance Meeting with FDA to discuss the ZYDIS® ODT Fluoxetine / Autism program has taken place. The FDA and Autism Therapeutics discussed the completion of the Phase III development of the program... - October 09, 2012 - Autism Therapeutics LLC
Denver Area Resident to Pedal 1,400 Miles to Detroit in an Effort to Raise Money, Awareness for Three Extraordinary Kids Battling Cancer, Illness
Denver business owner Marc DesRosiers has been training since December. An avid cyclist, he will leave this Sunday and muscle through approximately 100 miles/day to raise money for a nonprofit cause tagged ‘Lake Orion Loves,’ which will help three young kids from his hometown of Lake Orion, MI, fighting life threatening diseases. - October 04, 2012 - Sister Souls, Inc.
Kentucky Down Syndrome Groups Have a Question for the Vice Presidential Debate
Should it be U.S. Policy for Down syndrome to be prevented through prenatal testing? - October 02, 2012 - Kentucky Down Syndrome Network
Beacon Day School Welcomes City of La Palma Mayor Pro Tem Steve Hwangbo to Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
On Thursday, September 27th at 5 p.m. PT, Beacon Day School will welcome City of La Palma Mayor Pro Tem Steve Hwangbo to the school's ribbon-cutting ceremony. An open house will follow. - September 26, 2012 - Beacon Day School
Resident Physicians at JFK Family Medicine Receive Tourette Syndrome Insight from South Plainfield Teen
Tommy Licato describes his experience with TS and addresses questions on doctors, diagnosis, medication, co-morbid disorders and quality of life. - September 26, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Teenagers Help Jersey Shore Medical Center Resident Physicians Better Understand Tourette Syndrome
Amanda Silvers, 17, and Grace Hawruk, 16, describe their experiences with TS and address questions about diagnosis, treatment, quality of life and obtaining a driver’s license. - September 26, 2012 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome