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Local Surgeons Attend National Surgical Association’s Scientific Conference
Doctors Nicki L. Nigro, DPM, FACFAS, Jeffrey S. Nigro, DPM, FACFAS and Jesse A. Mytinger, DPM, FACFAS of Dr. Nigro Foot and Ankle Care Centers [Pittsburgh, PA], were among the record number of foot and ankle surgeons from around the globe who gathered in Las Vegas for the American College of Foot... - February 26, 2013 - Dr Nigro Foot and Ankle Care Centers
Through The Withering Storm: A Brief History of a Mental Illness Now Available in Paperback in Time for Bipolar Awareness Month
Through the Withering Storm, a book by Leif Gregersen, up until now only available as an ebook, has now been re-edited and released on amazon. This book tells the story of one young man's broken dreams and shattered relationships as he deals with Bipolar Disorder. - February 26, 2013 - Leif Gregersen
Sengenics to Launch Global Biomarker Discovery and Clinical Trials Service Based on Oxford Gene Technology’s Patented Functional Protein Array
Sengenics today announced that it has signed an agreement with Oxford Gene Technology (OGT) to enable the launch of a global cancer biomarker discovery and clinical trial immuno-response monitoring service. The service will be based upon OGT’s proprietary full-length functional protein array... - February 25, 2013 - Sengenics
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
President/CEO Announces Retirement
Thomas P. McCool, Ed.D., President and CEO announces his retirement from Eden Autism Services effective on or before June 2014. Dr. McCool is credited with implementing both the infrastructure and external focus necessary to address the organization’s long-term planning and sustainability... - February 24, 2013 - Eden Autism Services
Performance Eyecare Now Accepting Submissions for Their “Build Your Dream” Scholarship
Students from Belleville East High School, Belleville West High School, Althoff Catholic High School, and O’Fallon High School are encouraged to submit an essay for a chance to earn the $1,500 scholarship. - February 24, 2013 - Performance Eyecare
Studies Reveal Thyroid Cancer Cases Doubled in Last 20 Years: TestDiagnostics
The thyroid is a small gland that produces hormones, the T3 and T4 hormones. These hormones are transported in the blood and travel around the body to different parts of the body. The thyroid gland is located at the base of your neck and controls and regulates metabolism. - February 24, 2013 - Test Diagnostics
Telescopic Vision: Sarasota Patient First in Florida to Receive Telescope Implant for Macular Degeneration
For the first time in Florida, a physician at Sarasota Memorial Hospital has surgically implanted the first FDA-approved telescope prosthesis for patients with end-stage macular degeneration. Sarasota Neuro-Ophthalmologist Marc H. Levy, MD, implanted the pea-sized telescope directly into the right... - February 24, 2013 - Sarasota Memorial Health Care System
Crystal Holistic Health Presents No Cost Webinar to Help People Lower Cholesterol Numbers Naturally
A no cost webinar will be presented to help people become healthier. - February 24, 2013 - Crystal Holistic Health Consulting
Accounting & Finance Professionals Sponsoring the Phoenix Diversity & Community Job Fair- Get Hired: Over 40 Large Corporations Will Be There Hiring
Looking for a job in Phoenix? Over 40+ large corporations hiring at job fair Feb 25th 2013 10am -2pm at the Marriott Airport Hotel at 1101 N 44th street Phoenix AZ 85008. Call 602-306-4473 for more information or register at www.afprofessionals.com “Diversity and Community Job... - February 23, 2013 - Accounting & Finance Professionals, Inc.
Hannah Pilnick's 5-Day Life-Changing Seminar is Given Free to the Public for the First Time. Few Seats Left.
In her seminar named “Leaving the Bubble”, Hannah Pilnick leads the participants in awakening their natural, innate healing abilities, so they can release their negative past experiences and live in freedom in every area of their lives. - February 23, 2013 - Hannah Pilnick
Chronic Pain Sufferers Can Take Recovery Into Their Own Hands. There is Hope for Those Who Struggle with Pain That Has Not Responded to Conventional Treatment.
Is it possible that pain is a habit that can be broken? Those who attend a Break the Pain Habit workshop will learn that it is. One workshop provides the tools needed for recovery without medication, therapy or doctor visits. Dr. Patrick Hannan will present a Break The Pain Habit workshop on March 2, 2013 from 3-5 p.m. at Ortho Sports & Fitness, 355 Hicksville Rd, Bethpage, NY. - February 23, 2013 - Break The Pain Habit
London Osteopath Opens New Beckenham Osteopathy and Pilates Clinic
Osteopath and Pilates instructor David Canevaro is now offering quality care in the Beckenham Greater London BR33 areas. Pilates for rehabilitation, cranial osteopathy, and acupuncture are a few of the seervices his new clinic will offer. - February 23, 2013 - London Osteopathy and Pilates
Autism Speaks to Young Professionals (AS2YP) – Washington, DC Will Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy and Research on April 25th at the House of Sweden
Autism Speaks, the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization, announced that the Autism Speaks to Young Professionals (AS2YP) - DC inaugural cocktail reception, “Illuminate DC,” will take place on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at The House of Sweden in Washington, DC. - February 23, 2013 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Dr. Mark Galland Discusses Injury Prevention Baseball for Amateur Athletes
Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist Provides Advice for Preventing Common Baseball Injuries - February 23, 2013 - Dr. Galland
Patricia Lobenfeld Elected to Friends of Karen Board of Directors
Friends of Karen has announced that Patricia (Trish) Lobenfeld was elected to its Board of Directors. Ms. Lobenfeld first learned about the organization in 2004 at an event it hosted. “We’ve been blessed with two children who have never been critically ill and never been in danger of... - February 23, 2013 - Friends of Karen
Anna's Angels Unveils New Logo, Website
New Brand Identity Package Created by Raleigh-based agency, queue - February 23, 2013 - queue
Dementia Care Resource Guide Offers Insight Into Your New Role When Becoming Your Loved One's Caregiver
Homewatch CareGivers of Northbrook is pleased to announce a new dementia care resource guide, Guide to Living with Dementia, a resource full of information designed to help you care for a loved one who has been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. - February 22, 2013 - Homewatch CareGivers Northshore
Orlando Pediatric Dentist Reaches Out to Improve Oral Health
Orlando Pediatric Dentist Jason Sotto DMD is taking Oral Health to the classroom this winter. Dr. Sotto will visit 15 schools in Orange County as a part of Children’s Dental Health Month. Sponsored each February by the American Dental Association (ADA), Children’s Dental Health Month... - February 22, 2013 - Jason J. Sotto, DMD Pediatric Dentist
Breast Cancer Surgeon at South Nassau Communities Hospital Named a Healthcare Hero
Since coming to South Nassau in 2007, Dr. Christine Hodyl has been a staunch advocate of breast cancer awareness initiatives and to promoting breast cancer screening and detection. - February 22, 2013 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
OsoBio President to Join Injectable Trends Discussion at DCAT Week
OsoBio President Milton Boyer and other experts will examine industry's shortages. - February 22, 2013 - OSO BioPharmaceuticals Manufacturing, LLC
Food Allergy Testing Made Easy by TestDiagnostics
TestDiagnostics, leading online supplier of accredited home sample tests in the UK Testdiagnostics.com introduces a simple and reliable Food Allergy Test. The Fast Check POC test is a revolutionary diagnostic test developed by leading experts that tests for 12 nutrition allergens. Visit:... - February 22, 2013 - Test Diagnostics
Ensurity Networks Makes Healthcare More Bearable and Affordable
Ensurity Group Health programs are set to revolutionize day to day healthcare needs. - February 22, 2013 - Ensurity Networks
MD Stem Cells: Very Elderly Benefit from Stem Cells for Macular Degeneration
92 year old shows rapid vision results with stem cells. Age is not a barrier to visual improvement following stem cell treatment reports MD Stem Cells. - February 21, 2013 - MD Stem Cells
In Home Care Coronado - San Diego Home Nursing Agency Participates in National Heart Awareness Month
Home Health Agency, Firstat Nursing Services, an in-home care company providing caregivers in Coronado and San Diego publishes heart healthy tips designed to help seniors - February 21, 2013 - Firstat Nursing Services
New Book on Epilepsy is a Resource Guide for Patients and Raises Epilepsy Awareness
Doctor and director of the Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group, Marcelo Lancman, MD is pleased to announce the release of his new book, What You Need To Know If Epilepsy Has Touched Your Life: A Guide in Plain English. This book presents the most current medical and lifestyle topics in epilepsy and is an exceptional resource for persons with epilepsy and their loved ones. - February 21, 2013 - Marcelo Lancman MD
Beverly Hills Doctor "Delights" Bakersfield Residents with Unique Pain Treatment
Delight Medical & Wellness Center, a Beverly Hills medical practice renowned for helping Hollywood A-listers treat chronic pain using prolotherapy, has brought their unique brand of pain treatment to Bakersfield. - February 21, 2013 - Delight Medical & Wellness Center
TestDiagnostics Now Offers Paternity Tests for Home Sample Collection
According to a market research survey conducted in 2013, the concern of paternity is not something men often talk about – but there is in fact a huge demand for it. - February 21, 2013 - Test Diagnostics
Brenton B. Koch, MD, FACS, Has Authored His Second Resource to Educate, Empower and Instill Confidence in Those Considering Plastic Surgery
Brenton B. Koch, MD, FACS, released his book 50 Questions (You MUST Ask) Before You Have Plastic Surgery (available for purchase on Amazon.com or through their office by emailing daphne@kochmd.com) as a resource to help people considering elective cosmetic surgery research, plan and tackle good ole’ fashioned question asking during the consultation process. - February 21, 2013 - Koch Facial Plastic Surgery & Spa
Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Mihye Choi, Explains Benefits of Sientra® Breast Implants
Dr. Choi of KCNY Plastic Surgery explains why more women are choosing “gummy bear” breast implants. - February 21, 2013 - KCNY Plastic Surgery
Painless Laser at Kaya Skin Clinic
Very Gentle Way of to get rid of unwanted hair - February 21, 2013 - Kaya Clinic
Michigan Chiropractors Produce Anthology of Healing to Inspire Those Chronically in Pain in Metro-Detroit
“Six stories of healing you need to hear believe” is the subtitle of a spoken word audio program produced by chiropractors Dr. Zachary Ward (Auburn Hills) and Dr. Josh Stockwell (Ann Arbor) for a public curious about upper cervical chiropractic care. The program, entitled From the Neck... - February 21, 2013 - Ward Chiropractic Group
L+M Survivorship Care is STAR Program® Certified
Lawrence + Memorial Hospital has earned STAR Program® Certification from the Massachusetts-based Oncology Rehab Partners, leading experts in the field of survivorship care. By becoming STAR Program certified, L+M is leading the way by offering its patients excellent cancer rehabilitation... - February 20, 2013 - Oncology Rehab Partners
FastMed Urgent Care Celebrates the Opening of its 50th Clinic
FastMed Urgent Care will open two new clinics Saturday, February 23rd in Phoenix, AZ and Fayetteville, NC, giving the company a record total of 50 clinics. - February 20, 2013 - FastMed
Single Parents Question the Financial Burden by TestDiagnostics
The online company TestDiagnsotics.com has revealed that sales for the court approved paternity test have jumped by 30% in the last 12 months - February 20, 2013 - Test Diagnostics
BHM Healthcare Solutions Celebrates the Medical Home
BHM Healthcare Solutions is proud to help celebrate the Medical Home as this is their main emphasis for the month of February. PCMH is the wave of the future and expanding daily in terms of numbers, recognition, and acceptance. - February 20, 2013 - BHM Healthcare Solutions
All About Seniors, ga "2013 Senior Expo at Cobb Galleria"
All About Senior, ga participated in the Cobb Galleria Senior Expo in Feb. 2013. It was AAS, ga's first time exhibiting as a vendor representing their expansion. It was an awesome experience and the networking opportunities were amazing. All About Seniors, ga showcased their menu of services which included in-home non-medical services, respite care, companionship, transportation, errands, senior concierge and more. - February 20, 2013 - All About Seniors, ga
Accessible DNA Testing as TestDiagnostics Announces Introduction of DNA Ancestry Test
DNA testing has been made more accessible by the introduction of a premium DNA Ancestry Test by London’s premier online testing website, TestDiagnostics. - February 18, 2013 - Test Diagnostics
All About Seniors, ga in Home Non-Medical Senior Care
All About Seniors, ga is expanding and offering jobs in the state of Georgia. They are pleased to announce the expansion by employing certified nurse aides, home health aides, sitters, companions, licensed practical nurses and registered nurses to care for seniors to maintain independence in their... - February 18, 2013 - All About Seniors, ga
Nonprofit Breast Cancer Bowling Event Returns to Long Island
The easiest way for those snowed in on Long Island to get through digging themselves out of the snow is to think of better and sunnier days ahead. One of those days will be Sunday March 3, 2013, the date of the Maurer Foundation's Fourth Annual Flamingo Bowl. The fundraiser of the nonprofit... - February 17, 2013 - The Maurer Foundation
American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM) Announces Strategic Partnership with Practice Essentials, Inc.
The American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM), a leading provider of integrative medicine, today announced a strategic partnership with Tim Brolus and Practice Essentials, Inc. to provide additional membership benefits to our growing ACAM membership program. Tim's "Practice... - February 17, 2013 - ACAM
EECP Therapy Has Helped Raise Awareness and Made a Difference in the Lives of Heart Patients
Eastern Connecticut Cardiology Associates Announces its Participation in National EECP® Therapy Week - February 17, 2013 - International EECP Therapist Association
Connecticut Cardiology Practice Invites Patients to their Open House to Raise Heart Awareness
Hartford Cardiology Group, LLC Announces its Participation in National EECP® Therapy Week. - February 17, 2013 - International EECP Therapist Association
New Women's Health Tests Launched by TestDiagnostics
TestDiagnostics for comprehensive information about the symptoms, causes and various tests that are available for early detection. - February 17, 2013 - Test Diagnostics
Liberty University Students to Host Autism Speaks U Walk/Run to Raise Awareness and Funds for Autism Advocacy and Research on April 13, 2013
Liberty University students will host an Autism Speaks U Walk/Run to raise awareness and funds for Autism Speaks, North America’s largest autism science and advocacy organization. The event will take place on April 13, 2013 at 9:00 am at the Aid Station, 1035 Avalon Dr., Forest, VA from 9:00... - February 17, 2013 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
ReproTech Relocates Minnesota Facility, Adds F5 Tornado Safe Room
Cryostorage facility offers peace of mind to its clients. - February 17, 2013 - ReproTech, LLC
For People Who Suffer from Angina, There is “Hope” Available
EECP Center of Pittsburgh Announces its Participation in National EECP® Therapy Week - February 17, 2013 - International EECP Therapist Association
World's First FDA Cleared ALK Automated Gene Scanner for Lung Cancer Therapy-Selection Available from ASI
Targeting the Right Treatment for the Right Patient in ALK Therapy Selection for Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer - February 16, 2013 - Applied Spectral Imaging
Creating an Outstanding Life with Alex Stark on February 19 Why Shamanism Now? with Christina Pratt
On her radio show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity”, teacher, author and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks to Alex Stark, a shaman who works with physical space (via feng shui, geomancy and architecture), about living in harmony with our surroundings. - February 16, 2013 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
New Osteoporosis Statistics Released by TestDiagnostics
TestDiagnostics market survey, found that the number of women and men being diagnosed with osteoporosis are rising at an alarming level. - February 16, 2013 - Test Diagnostics