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Health & Comfort Home Care Agency Acquired by C & M Health Services, LLC
Health & Comfort Home Care Agency, a New Jersey home care services company, was recently acquired by C & M Health Services, LLC, a company with extensive experience in home care and aging-in-place solutions. The company will continue to operate under the Health & Comfort Home Care Agency name. - June 17, 2014 - Health & Comfort Home Care
Village Podiatry Centers Continues to Make Its Footprint in Healthcare
Village Podiatry Centers, a division of Extremity Healthcare Incorporated (EHI) was recognized by the Atlanta Business Chronicle as one of the Top 25 Physician Group Practices in the state. The company serves across 32 offices and completed approximately 150,000 visits last year. Dr. David... - June 17, 2014 - Village Podiatry Centers
Brooklyn-based Dermatologist Offers Discount BOTOX®, Fillers, and Laser Procedures for a Limited Time
Dr. Kate Kleydman, of Brooklyn's Kleydman Dermatology is offering summer specials including deeply discounted BOTOX, fillers and laser procedures. - June 17, 2014 - Kleydman Dermatology
Expert Techniques at Murphy Plastic Surgery Help Reduce Recovery Times for Breast Augmentation Surgery Patients
Reno, NV-based leader for affordable cosmetic surgery, Murphy Plastic Surgery is helping breast augmentation surgery patients achieve reduced recovery times after their procedure. - June 16, 2014 - NNPSA
The New Age & Spiritual Integrity in the New World on 6/17 Why Shamanism Now with Christina Pratt
On the next episode of "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity,” teacher, author and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks about how the human potential movement evolved into the new age movement, and how a shamanic life differs from this movement. - June 16, 2014 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Joins the Santonio Holmes III and Long Foundation to Launch the “Greater Than Sickle Cell” Campaign
The Sickle Cell Disease Association of America is kicking off a new campaign to build participation in World Sickle Cell Awareness Day which takes place on June 19, 2014. Created by the United Nations in 2006 to raise global awareness for sickle cell disease as a public health problem, this day is... - June 15, 2014 - Greater Than Sickle Cell Campaign
St. John's Episcopal Hospital of Far Rockaway, New York Provides 8 Water Safety Tips for Summer
Far Rockaway, New York-based St. John's Episcopal Hospital offers the community vital water safety rules in honor of June National Safety Month. - June 15, 2014 - St. John's Episcopal Hospital
Hypnosis Expert and Published Author to Speak in Belleville IL
Noted St. Louis Hypnosis Expert, Rob Malone, will be speaking in Belleville IL at the Live Well Wellness Center on June 18. Malone will be speaking on hypnosis and his recently released book "The Fat is in Your Head; How to Leverage Your Unconscious Mind to Lose Weight with Self-Hypnosis." - June 15, 2014 - Metro Hypnosis Center
Supremia Dentistry Voted Wake Living Readers’ Choice Awards Winner for Second Consecutive Year
Local Dental Practice Named Wake County Favorite - June 15, 2014 - Supremia Dentistry
Physician Shortage Tackled by New Hiring Site
HiredMD Provides Revolutionary Centralized Hiring Site for US Physicians - June 15, 2014 - HiredMD
Quitgate Offers Free Support and Huge Discounts on Stop Smoking Aids to Inspire Smoking Fathers at Quitting Smoking
As a One-stop smoking cessation platform, Quitgate.com offers quit smoking help, stop smoking aids and social support being treatments that increase the chances of smoking cessation as cited by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention-CDC. - June 14, 2014 - Quitgate, LLC
The Gateway Family YMCA Sponsors Bicycle Ride Rodeo at Roselle School
YMCA Provides Bicycle Ride Rodeo at Grace Wilday Junior High School - June 14, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Drug-Free South Building a Future for Kids Across Tennessee
Active in drug education and prevention throughout the year, the Tennessee chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World is planning a mass distribution effort in honor of United Nations Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. - June 14, 2014 - Drug Free South
Seniors Helping Seniors Encourages Senior Citizens to Lead Active Lifestyles at the 21st Annual Senior Health & Fitness Day
Seniors across the country, including Seniors Helping Seniors, participated in the 21st annual Senior Health & Fitness Day. - June 14, 2014 - Seniors Helping Seniors(R), Pennsylvania
Surgical Science Launches Industry’s First Simulated Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) Lobectomy
Surgical Science announced today the launch of the industry’s first Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) Lobectomy virtual reality simulation, available exclusively for the LapSim laparoscopic simulator. Using LapSim’s industry leading hardware, cutting edge graphics and... - June 14, 2014 - Surgical Science Inc
Neuroscience-Based Addiction Recovery Services
Los Angeles, California’s "Los Angeles Drug Rehab" announces new residential program with the fusing of neuroscience-based addiction treatment services. - June 13, 2014 - Los Angeles Drug Rehab
Memphis and Brentwood, Tennessee Based Cosmetic Surgery Center Announce Their Newest Plastic Surgeon to Join Their Team
NuBody Concepts in Memphis and Brentwood, Tennessee announces their recent addition of cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Mason Mandy. Dr. Mandy specializes in body contouring including breast augmentation and abdominoplasties. - June 13, 2014 - NuBody Concepts
American Venous Forum - Fellows Course in Venous Disease Registration Open
The American Venous Forum will host the Fall Fellows Course in Venous Disease on December 5-7, 2014 at University of Texas Medical School at Houston in Houston, TX. Please visit www.veinforum.org for more information and to register. Travel reimbursement is available for Fellows through an educational grant provided by the American Venous Forum Foundation. - June 13, 2014 - American Venous Forum
American Venous Forum Hosts the 4th Annual Vein Forum Course: Comprehensive Venous Management for the Practicing Clinician
The American Venous Forum is hosting the 4th annual Vein Forum Course: Comprehensive Venous Management for the Practicing Clinician on September 5-6, 2014 at the Hyatt Boston Harbor in Boston, MA. The meeting is structured for the practicing venous specialist. CME credits will be provided for this... - June 13, 2014 - American Venous Forum
Accretive Health Executive to Co-Chair ACO Financial Summit
Those interested in learning more about how to succeed with ACOs are scheduled to gather at an ACO Financial Summit in Las Vegas, Nev., June 23-24, 2014. Hosted by Healthcare Education Associates and RISE (Resource Initiative and Society for Education), the event is co-chaired by Ken Jennings, PhD, head of Population Health Solutions at Accretive Health, and John Woods, vice president of TP-ACO, and president of Alliance Healthcare Corporation. - June 13, 2014 - Accretive Health
Long Island Philanthropy Makes Long-Term Financial Commitment to Friends of Karen Families
The John and Janet Kornreich Charitable Foundation has pledged $525,000 to Friends of Karen to help provide the resources needed to reach and help even more families across Long Island caring for a child with cancer or another life-threatening illness. - June 13, 2014 - Friends of Karen
World Vision Recalls Ethiopian Famine Thirty Years on at BBC Gardener's World Live
World Vision exhibits charity garden at BBC Gardener's World to mark 30th anniversary of 1984 Ethiopian famine. - June 13, 2014 - World Vision UK
The Hair Restore Clinic to Work Alongside Motif
Motif has announced that the Hair Restore Clinic will be the newest account that the popular marketing firm will be working alongside. Now that is definitely big news given the sheer size of the brand. Motif will be responsible for assisting the clinic with solutions for brand positioning and... - June 13, 2014 - Hair Restoration Clinic
Each One, Tell One Receives a Pink-and-White Polka Dot Mini-Cooper to Help with Dense-Breast Tissue Awareness
The official Dangerous Boobs Tour vehicle hit the road last week at MINI of Reno, where the “Dangerous Boobs Tour” unveiled its latest tool, a Mini Countryman. Sandy Raffealli, owner of Bill Pearce Motors of Reno, graciously donated the Mini Countryman, which is wrapped in pink with... - June 12, 2014 - SonoCine, Inc
Future Genesis (FGen) Announces Deal with Biomedical Research Institute (BRI)
Future Genesis (FGen) has selected Rockville, MD Biomedical Research Institute (BRI) as its cryogenic laboratory. - June 12, 2014 - Future Genesis, Inc.
Olympia Medical Center Announces New Board of Governors: Pioneer AIDS Researcher, Michael Gottlieb, MD Joins Board
Olympia Medical Center welcomes new Board Chair Andrew Berman, MD, and five new members to its Board of Governors from the Los Angeles community. Pioneer AIDS Researcher, Michael Gottlieb, M.D., is one of the distinguished new Board Members. - June 12, 2014 - Olympia Medical Center
Dr. Ronald L. Schefdore, DDS Invited to be Part of Dentistry Today’s Prestigious Annual Leaders Directory
Dentistry Today Invites Top Illinois Dentist to Join the Ranks of Top Dental Health Care Providers in their Annual Directory - June 11, 2014 - Your Celebrity Smile
The Gateway Family YMCA Announces District Executive Director
Danielle Cioffi Promoted to District Executive Director - June 11, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Rise in Demand for Care Assistant Jobs in Huntingdon - Home Instead Offers Care for Senior Citizens
With an ageing population, more and more families are struggling to cope with elderly loved ones at home. People living longer is wonderful for families but, at the same time, full time work, children and personal responsibilities lead to families becoming overloaded with little free time, leading... - June 11, 2014 - Home Instead Senior Care
VersaSuite Announces Integration with IRIS™ Registry Link to Advance Clinical Data Sharing
VersaSuite is pleased to announce that it has successfully integrated with the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s IRIS™ Registry. The IRIS™ Registry (Intelligent Research in Sight) is the nation's first comprehensive eye disease clinical registry. The American Academy of... - June 11, 2014 - VersaSuite
Street Savvy Cycling Skills at The Gateway Family YMCA
Free class to learn how to ride in the road and navigate traffic. - June 11, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
14th Annual Autism Speaks 5K Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy, Research, and Services on July 4th in Potomac, MD
The National Capital Area Chapter of Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, will hold the 14th Annual Autism Speaks 5K Run/1-Mile Walk fundraising and awareness event for families and individuals affected by autism, along with their families, friends and other supporters. Learn more at: www.autismspeaks5k.org. - June 11, 2014 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Employee Benefit's Company Creates Video to Explain Affordable Care Act
St. Louis business introduces informational video for employers to help employees understand the act's details. - June 11, 2014 - Sonus Benefits
Strengthening Communities for 170 Years
June 6, 2014 marked the 170th anniversary of the Y – a global organization that began with a simple but powerful idea: a strong, supportive community can help people build healthier, happier lives. Since its founding, the Y has grown into one of the world’s largest volunteer... - June 11, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Olympic Swimmers Make a Splash at The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch
USA Swimming Foundation and Phillips 66 Partner to Bring Olympic Swimmers to the YMCA to Discuss Water Safety - June 11, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Dr. Jessica Kennedy Becomes the Owner of Tri-County Chiropractic of Exton
In May 2014 Dr. Jessica Kennedy became the owner of the Tri-County Chiropractic of Exton business in Exton, PA. - June 11, 2014 - Tri-County Chiropractic of Exton
The Gateway Family YMCA Receives Donated Basketballs from NBA Cares to Support Physical Activity
The Gateway Family YMCA has received new basketballs, thanks to a donation from NBA Cares, DICK’s Sporting Goods and Spalding®. The donation provides new basketballs to all 4 branches of The Gateway Family YMCA in Elizabeth, Rahway and Union, supporting programs that encourage kids to be... - June 11, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
IonSense Introduces the DART®-EDU Program to Provide Educational Institutions with an Economical Path to Ownership of Its State-of-the-Art Mass Spectrometry Technology
Educational Leasing Program will enable chemistry departments to lower operating costs while providing students access to Direct Analysis in Real Time Mass Spectrometry. To be exhibited at the 62nd ASMS Conference on Mass Spectrometry and Allied Topics in Baltimore, MD, June 15-19, 2014, Booth 120. - June 10, 2014 - IonSense, Inc.
Dr. Lawrence Supporting Fashion Moving Youth Forward in D.C.
The Southeast Tennis and Learning Center, through its 7th Annual Sew N’ Know Fashion Show, invites Dr. Clayton Lawrence to share his passion for fashion to inspire area youth. - June 10, 2014 - LEAP LLC
Absolute Staffers Completes Operating Room Nurses Contract at Ft. Belvoir, VA
Absolute Staffers (ABS) has successfully completed services of providing 2 Operating Room Nurses at Ft. Belvoir Army Hospital. ABS has been given a four month bridge contract as a result of their service. ABS is a, Woman-Owned Small Business. Absolute Staffers was founded in 2002 by its current Chief Executive Officer, Lora Antoine, a Registered Nurse. - June 10, 2014 - Absolute Staffers, LLC
The Addictions Coach Expands to Offer International Master Addictions Coach Certification
As an Addictions Coach you need the best credentials in the industry to set you apart from the rest. The Addictions Coach now offers the Master Addiction Coach program. - June 10, 2014 - The Addictions Coach
AIDS Walk Wisconsin Names American Television Personality and Fashion Mentor Tim Gunn Honorary Chair of 2014 Walk/Run; Gunn to Auction Off Private Dinner in Milwaukee
The AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin (ARCW) announces today that national fashion icon and television personality Tim Gunn will be the Honorary Chair of the 25th annual AIDS Walk Wisconsin & 5K Run. The event will be held on Sunday, October 12 at the Summerfest Grounds. ARCW produces the event... - June 09, 2014 - AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin (ARCW)
"Life Hacks with Shamanic Skills" on June 10 "Why Shamanism Now?" Radio Show with Christina Pratt
On the next episode of "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity," teacher, author and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt explains what a life hack is – shortcuts to dealing with the challenging aspects of life – and how we can begin to develop them using shamanic skills. - June 09, 2014 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Women’s Health: Dr. Kathy Maupin Announces a Free Webinar to Answer Questions About Hormone Replacement
Hormone expert will answer questions about treatment for symptoms of menopause and testosterone deficiency through bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. - June 08, 2014 - BioBalance Health
AveXis to Present at Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy Annual Conference
AveXis, a clinical stage synthetic biology platform company, today announced that Dr. Allan Kaspar, Chief Scientific Officer, will be presenting at The Family and Researcher Poster Session at The Annual Spinal Muscular Atrophy Conference, which will be held on Thursday, June 12, 2014 in National... - June 08, 2014 - AveXis Inc.
Nucruit Announces the Release of Its Brand New Recruiting Software Platform
Nucruit launched version 1.0 of its new recruiting software platform last week. The new platform focuses on delivering great user experiences for recruiters, and making the recruiting process more streamlined, social and collaborative. - June 08, 2014 - Nucruit
Dr. Daniel Krall, O.D. Interviewed for Eyecare Article
Dr Daniel Krall, O.D., Clinical Director of Linden Optometry, P.C. was interviewed for a vision care article in which he discussed specialty contact lenses for keratoconus patients. - June 07, 2014 - Linden Optometry, P.C.
Wexford Place Assisted Living & Memory Support Offers Virtual Dementia Tour®
Northlanders have the opportunity to take 15-minute tour which offers eye-opening experience on the challenges of those living with Alzheimer's. - June 07, 2014 - Senior Star
PAML, LLC to Appear on Lifetime® Television— The Balancing Act®
PAML will be featured in a mini-series as part of the “Health Matters” programming in June 2014. During the mini-series, the host of The Balancing Act will discuss important health information with PAML’s President and Chief Executive Officer, Francisco R. Velázquez, M.D., S.M. - June 07, 2014 - PAML
Wake Radiology Extends Partnership with Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Wake Radiology, the Triangle’s leading medical imaging provider, has extended its partnership with the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. This marks the eighth consecutive year that Wake Radiology has been a sponsor of the Susan G. Komen North Carolina Triangle to the Coast... - June 07, 2014 - Wake Radiology