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Challenge the Outdoors® Opens New Outdoor Recreation Facility
Project funded by local business owner - August 13, 2024 - Home Instead
Altius Dental is Proud to Announce the Expansion of Its Stabili-Teeth® Dental Implant Services, Now Available at Eight Locations Across Texas
This initiative began with Dr. John Norwood, one of the primary providers at Altius Dental, who first introduced Stabili-Teeth® implants in his practice located in Paris, Texas. Building on this success, Altius has extended the availability of these innovative dental implants to additional... - August 13, 2024 - Altius Healthcare Management
Introducing PatientGenie AI v1.0: Reimagining Health Navigation with AI and Search
PatientGenie proudly announces the full release of PatientGenie AI v1.0, transitioning from its successful beta phase. This version introduces state-of-the-art GenAI capabilities backed by four U.S. patents, underscoring our commitment to innovation and excellence in healthcare technology. With this release, PatientGenie continues to transform how individuals navigate their healthcare journeys, delivering personalized guidance and unmatched value to our customers and partner organizations. - August 13, 2024 - PatientGenie
Swedish Medical Center Earns Prestigious 5-Star Quality Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Swedish Medical Center is proud to announce that it has been awarded a 5-Star Quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), a distinguished recognition that places the hospital among the top 8.2% of hospitals nationwide. This year, Swedish is one of only 381 hospitals... - August 13, 2024 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
Evolution Analytics Expands with New Office in Durham, NC to Support Growing Demand for AI and Data Consulting Services
Strategic Expansion to Support Growing Client Demand and Leverage Top Tech Talent in the Raleigh/Durham Area - August 12, 2024 - Evolution Analytics
Embrace the Fall Season with Adirondack Fragrance Farm’s Signature Candle Collection
Highlighting Five Beloved Fall Scents Inspired by the Adirondacks - August 11, 2024 - Adirondack Fragrance Farm
Pennington Biomedical Researcher Dr. Eric Ravussin Joined Experts from Around the World, Agreeing on Fasting Terminology to Boost Global Research
Scientists reach consensus for fasting terminology. - August 11, 2024 - Pennington Biomedical Research Center
Labdx4u Launches Affordable Lab Testing Services with No Insurance Required
Labdx4u is dedicated to providing affordable, accurate lab testing services to individuals, regardless of their insurance status. With a focus on accessibility, reliability, and customer satisfaction, Labdx4u aims to empower people to take control of their health through comprehensive and cost-effective lab testing solutions. - August 10, 2024 - Labdx4u
Swedish Medical Center is Nationally Recognized for Its Commitment to Providing High-Quality Stroke Care
The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke: Gold Plus award for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care. - August 10, 2024 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
Swedish Medical Center is Nationally Recognized for Its Commitment to Providing High-Quality Heart Failure Care
The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines® - Heart Failure Gold Plus award for proven dedication to ensuring all heart failure patients have access to best practices and life-saving care - August 10, 2024 - HCA HealthONE Swedish
SafeLane Healthcare’s Bold New Look, Committed to Uplift PwD with Elite Services
SafeLane Healthcare unveils its redesigned website, enhancing user experience with a bold new look and improved navigation. The site features categories for NDIS, general care, aged care, and respite care, making it easier for individuals and families to access support. The update reflects SafeLane's commitment to high-quality, accessible services. - August 09, 2024 - SafeLane Healthcare
Californians Reject Board of Pharmacy’s Proposed Restrictions on Essential Alternative Medicines
Californians fight back against the Board of Pharmacy's proposed regulations that would severely restrict – and in many cases end – access to widely used sterile compounds like methylcobalamin (vitamin B12), glutathione, and NAD, easily accessible and legal in all 49 other United States. The Stop The BOP movement was formed in response, rallying significant public support to preserve access to these essential treatments. - August 08, 2024 - Stop The BOP
Medicare Insurance Agents Need to Start AEP Marketing Now Recommends AAMSI Head
Millions of seniors will wake up January 1 only to realize their 2025 Medicare plan coverage has changed and that it's too late to act. That need not happen states Jesse Slome, director of the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). "Next year will mark some of the... - August 08, 2024 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Jennifer M. Cushman, MD, Joins New York Spine & Pain Specialists, a Division of New York Health
New York Spine & Pain Specialists, a division of New York Health (NY Health), is proud to announce the addition of Jennifer M. Cushman, MD, to its Interventional Pain and Spine team. Dr. Cushman is dedicated to providing support and interventions to treat chronic pain and joint-related... - August 07, 2024 - New York Health
Parvus Therapeutics Announces Leadership Appointments to Support Development from Preclinical Into Clinical
New Positions Enhance Parvus Capability to Execute the Translation of Multiple Drug Candidates into the Clinic. - August 06, 2024 - Parvus Therapeutics U.S., Inc.
City of Naples Mayor Endorses Manganni Salvaticus Jungle Summer Games; New "Manganni" Jungle Sport Benefiting Veterans and First Responders to Launch at Tournament
Manganni Salvaticus, a therapeutic tactical sports operation for military veterans and first responders, has announced the much-anticipated Manganni Jungle Summer Games Tournament. Scheduled for Saturday, August 31, 2024, the event promises an exhilarating day of adventure, challenges, and fun for participants of all ages. The tournament also marks the official launch of a new sport, the "Manganni" Jungle Sport and was endorsed by City of Naples Mayor, Teresa Heitmann. - August 06, 2024 - Manganni Salvaticus
Future Horizons Releases "What Really Works for Children with Autism"
Peter Vermeulen, PhD is a highly respected lecturer and trainer in autism with over 30 years of experience. He received the Passwerk Lifetime Achievement Award for his work in Belgium and works as an Autism Consultant and Lecturer. Kobe Vanroy is a teacher and student supervisor specializing in working with young people with autism. He works at Strongmakers in Autism and is a sought-after speaker at home and abroad, making contributions during major conferences in various countries. - August 06, 2024 - Future Horizons, Inc.
BeHealthy Counseling, LLC Honored with BBB Torch Award for Ethics 2024
Local Mental Health practice wins award for ethics. - August 05, 2024 - BeHealthy Counseling, LLC
Work Right NW Celebrates 10 Years of Putting a Dent in Healthcare
Work Right NW is proud to celebrate its 10-year anniversary on August 7, 2024, marking a decade of innovation and unwavering commitment to transforming the healthcare industry through proactive injury prevention and wellness strategies. Founded in 2014 by Nic and Mindy Patee, Work Right NW has... - August 05, 2024 - Work Right NW
Minus K Technology Announces Its Ninth Educational Giveaway of Vibration Isolators to U.S. Colleges and Universities
Minus K Technology announces its Educational Giveaway of Vibrations Isolators to U.S. Colleges and Universities. - August 05, 2024 - Minus K Technology Inc.
La Par Lifestyle Celebrates First Year of Its Brick and Mortar HQ Providing Healthier Manicures and Pedicures
La Par, a nail salon offering healthier alternatives to traditional nail care, is celebrating its first anniversary on August 3, 2024, 12-6p PST at 12441 Riverside Dr., Valley Village, CA. The event will feature manicures, massages, hair styling, arts and crafts, permanent jewelry, birth chart readings, and refreshments. Founder Lisa Tran highlights their commitment to eco-friendly practices. Open Tuesday-Saturday by appointment, La Par offers nail services for all genders. - August 03, 2024 - La Par Lifestyle
HealthONE’s AirLife Denver Acquires Northglenn Ambulance Fleet of 19 Ambulances, Expanding and Enhancing Transport Network
AirLife Denver, the HealthONE emergency and critical care transport service, is pleased to announce that Northglenn Ambulance is now part of its healthcare network. This investment in prehospital care and transport is the first of its kind in HCA Healthcare, HealthONE’s parent company,... - August 03, 2024 - HCA Healthcare Continental Division
Silver Scott Mines, Inc. Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire Innovative, Patented Non-Invasive Brain Treatment Technology
Silver Scott Mines will be acquiring the assets of AddBrain, Inc.’s technology. It has been used to treat Huntington’s Disease, Parkinson’s and Suicidal Depression with excellent results. There are ongoing clinical trials in Canada. - August 02, 2024 - Silver Scott Mines, Inc.
GENINVO, a Leading Provider of Innovations in Life Science Announced the Offering of Its On-Demand Service/Tool: DocQC
GENINVO has been working towards automating healthcare industry and contributing to faster drug discovery. GENINVO target to bring innovations as technologies, to automate the traditional and time-consuming process of Medical Writing. One example being, automating the process of clinical and... - August 02, 2024 - GenInvo, Inc.
Majority of California Seniors Not Paying Lowest Cost for Drug Plan Insurance
Some 81 percent of California seniors could be paying less for their stand-alone prescription drug plan according to a report published by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. "Drug plan coverage is vital for seniors," shares Jesse Slome, director of the Medicare... - August 02, 2024 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Pennington Biomedical Scientists Outline Key Challenges and Promising Avenues in Obesity Genetics
Research article by Pennington Biomedical’s Dr. Sujoy Ghosh and Dr. Claude Bouchard included in the International Journal of Obesity - August 02, 2024 - Pennington Biomedical Research Center
Strivesocial Launches Online Survey to Combat Loneliness
Strivesocial, an organisation dedicated to enhancing social skills and fostering meaningful connections, is excited to launch an online survey to understand and address the growing issue of loneliness in our community. - July 31, 2024 - Strivesocial
Thrombolex and Aidoc Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Breakthrough Pulmonary Embolism Treatment
Thrombolex, Inc., an innovator in the development of advanced interventional medical devices for the treatment of thromboembolic disease, and Aidoc, a pioneering force in clinical AI, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership aimed at revolutionizing the treatment of acute pulmonary embolism... - July 30, 2024 - Thrombolex, Inc.
Future Horizons Releases "The Comprehensive Autism Planning System (CAPS): Implementing Evidence-Based Practices Throughout the Day"
Shawn Henry is the executive director at the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence where he focuses on improving training for professionals serving students with autism. He was previously the program director at Kentucky Autism Training Center. His experiences led to developing the CAPS. Brenda Smith Myles, PhD is a former professor in the Department of Special Education at the University of Kansas and a recipient of the Autism Society of America’s Outstanding Professional Award among others. - July 30, 2024 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Parvus Therapeutics Has Received Orphan Drug Designation for Primary Biliary Cholangitis and Human Research Ethics Committee Approval to Begin Clinical Testing
Parvus Therapeutics announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Orphan Drug Designation to PVT201 for the treatment of Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) and PVT201 has obtained Australian Human Research Ethics Committee (HREC) approval to initiate a first-in-human... - July 29, 2024 - Parvus Therapeutics U.S., Inc.
Renewed Light of West Deptford Expands Treatment Services with the Addition of TMS Therapy
Renewed Light of West Deptford is proud to announce the latest expansion of its mental health services with the introduction of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Therapy using the NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System. This cutting-edge treatment is a non-invasive, drug-free option that has shown... - July 29, 2024 - South Jersey Treatment Management Company
Meals on Wheels South Florida Receives Grant from Meals on Wheels America to Address Social Isolation and Loneliness in South Florida
"Funding will help bridge gaps and expand social connection offerings for older adults" - July 29, 2024 - Meals on Wheels South Florida
Exceptional Team Members Honored at Carlton Senior Living's "Best of the Best" Awards
Carlton Senior Living, a leading provider of senior care services in Northern California, held a prestigious "Best of the Best" awards ceremony to honor its exceptional team members. This year, the event took place at The Club at Castlewood in Pleasanton, California. The ceremony acknowledged the outstanding contributions of Carlton's dedicated employees, who consistently go above and beyond to provide exceptional care for residents and their families. - July 26, 2024 - Carlton Senior Living
Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children Announces First in Nation Surgical Program
Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children becomes first dedicated pediatric hospital in the United States to bring a unique minimally invasive surgical technology to patients. - July 26, 2024 - HCA Healthcare Continental Division
Doobiez Dispensary Opens in West Milford, NJ: Grand Opening Event Planned for October 2024
Doobiez is a NJ State Licensed Adult Use Cannabis retailer committed to providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service. With a focus on education and community engagement, Doobiez aims to enhance the cannabis experience for all customers 21 years of age or over. Visit us online or at our location in West Milford, NJ, and discover the best in the New Jersey cannabis market. - July 25, 2024 - Doobiez LLC
Watch Me Grow, Inc. Hosts 4th Annual ACEs Awareness Community Resource Fair & Back-to-School Supplies Giveaway
Watch Me Grow, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating, empowering, and encouraging children, families, and communities, is proud to announce the 4th Annual ACEs Awareness Community Resource Fair & Backpack/Supplies Giveaway. This impactful event will take place on August 10 at City Park, 425 Alabama Street in Vallejo, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. - July 25, 2024 - Watch Me Grow, Inc.
Healthcare Workforce Advocates Visit Capitol Hill to Urge Passage of Legislation: HWRA, SAVE, and Lorna Breen
Advocates will meet with representatives to discuss legislation to strengthen nursing workforce, protect healthcare workers and support mental health. - July 25, 2024 - Healthcare Workforce Coalition
Carisk Partners Named to Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work 2024
For Fourth Consecutive Year Carisk Proves Employee Satisfaction - July 25, 2024 - Carisk Partners
GenRocket Unveils a Single Platform for Provisioning Any Kind of Test Data, Revolutionizing the Test Data Management Landscape
GenRocket, a leading provider of test data solutions, is proud to announce major technology advancements to its industry-leading Test Data Automation (TDA) platform. This groundbreaking technology introduces a comprehensive solution that combines traditional Test Data Management (TDM) functions with advanced capabilities for provisioning both production and synthetic data. - July 25, 2024 - GenRocket, Inc.
Beckfield College Celebrates 40 Years with 93% NCLEX Passing Rate; Welcomes New President
Beckfield College proudly announces Dr. Diana Lawrence as its new president. With 34 years of higher education leadership, Dr. Lawrence brings expertise and a student-centered approach. She aims to expand programs, enhance support services, and strengthen community ties. Beckfield celebrates its 40th year with a 93% NCLEX-RN pass rate, reflecting its commitment to quality education. For more information, visit www.beckfield.edu. - July 24, 2024 - Beckfield College
TXAACOs: Uniting Leaders to Elevate Texas Healthcare
Announcing the Formation of the Inaugural Board and Launch Event for Statewide Collaboration - July 24, 2024 - ValueH
Leap Years®: Supports Age-Related Cognitive Decline in Dogs and Quality Time Together with Owners Through NAD+ Enrichment
Animal Biosciences Announces Peer-Reviewed Publication of a Clinical Trial to Evaluate the Slowing of Age-Related Signs in Dogs. After five years of development, clinical results are published regarding senior dog aging in a rigorous, placebo-controlled trial performed at a North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine. - July 23, 2024 - Leap Years
Carlton Senior Living San Leandro Achieves Teepa Snow Positive Approach to Care® Designation
Carlton San Leandro has achieved a significant milestone in their ongoing commitment to providing exceptional care for individuals with dementia. Carlton San Leandro is proudly designated with the Positive Approach to Care® (PAC) certification, solidifying their leadership in dementia care in Northern California and beyond. - July 19, 2024 - Carlton Senior Living
LT Senior Services Continues Its Monthly Series for Seniors on Tuesday, August 13, with Discussion on "Decluttering Your Home"
LT Senior Services facilitates free monthly seminars on topics of importance to aging adults. Sahiba Bassi of Declutter Bee and Jamie Steele of Tidy Your Time will be their special guests for this event, providing valuable insight into the emotional and physical aspects of decluttering. - July 19, 2024 - LT Senior Services
Renewed Light Introduces Cutting-Edge Biofeedback Machine to Revolutionize Mental Health Treatment in New Jersey
Renewed Light, a leading mental health treatment facility affiliated with South Jersey Treatment Management Company in New Jersey, is proud to announce the addition of a state-of-the-art biofeedback machine to its array of therapeutic tools. This groundbreaking technology underscores Renewed... - July 17, 2024 - South Jersey Treatment Management Company
U.S. Precision Medicine, Inc. Signs MOU to Deploy microNeb’s VIGIL Series Inhaler Technology to Enhance Absorption of Its New Drug Candidate in IND Process
U.S. Precision Medicine, Inc. (USPM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deploy microNeb's advanced inhaler technology to expedite the uptake of its new cancer drug candidate currently in the Investigational New Drug (IND) process. - July 16, 2024 - microNeb, Inc.
Nuvem, a Leading Pharmacy Technology and Services Company Appoints New CTO
Nuvem, a high-growth, healthcare technology company offering an integrated suite of pharmacy claims administration technology, high-level of 340B support and services and onsite pharmacy management services to safety net healthcare providers, announced that Jim Harter has joined the Company as its... - July 16, 2024 - Nuvem
MC4R Agonist Drug Candidates Demonstrate Potential to Transform GLP1 Obesity Therapy
Courage Therapeutics announced new evidence of synergy between MC4R agonists and GLP1RA drugs in a paper published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation led by co-founder Dr. Roger Cone. The company has completed a drug discovery campaign to invent a best in class portfolio of MC4R agonists for obesity in order to leverage the synergy. Potential combinations with drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro could improve side effects such as nausea and GI discomfort while driving increased weight loss. - July 16, 2024 - Courage Therapeutics
Active Care Files Patent for Revolutionary Senior Healthcare Integration Platform
Active Care, a leader in senior care technology, has filed a patent for its "Unified Nursing and Rehabilitation Data Platform." Co-founded by Dr. Richa Kohli, PT, DPT, and developed by Active Therapy Management LLC, the platform integrates multiple EMR systems into one interface, providing families of patients in skilled nursing facilities real-time access to health information. This technology enhances communication among healthcare providers, patients, and families, improving care outcomes. - July 16, 2024 - Active Therapy Management LLC
Visualizing Addiction: How New Research Could Change the Way We Fight the Opioid Epidemic
New research from a Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience researcher could transform how we understand the way opioids affect the brain. Current understanding of how opioids function in the brain is quite limited, primarily due to challenges in observing and measuring opioid effects in real-time. A recent breakthrough, led by Dr. Lin Tian and her research team and collaborators and published in Nature Neuroscience, is set to transform how scientists study opioid signaling in the brain. - July 16, 2024 - Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience