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Fighting Fatigue.org Celebrates 5-Year Anniversary with Fighting Back Against Chronic Illness Challenge
Robinson wanted to do something special this year to celebrate the 5th anniversary of her website and in honor, she has created the Fighting Fatigue “Fighting Back Challenge.” “I want to share the stories of the chronically ill on how we are surviving and overcoming obstacles despite the limitations we face on a daily basis." - February 13, 2011 - Fighting Fatigue
Portrait Health Centers Announce New Non-Invasive Tool to Help Diagnose ADHD and Evaluate Treatment Options
The Portrait Health Centers of Buffalo Grove announces the availability of a new ADHD diagnostic and assessment tool. With this new resource, Portrait Health Centers can aid physicians and parents in determining the appropriateness of an ADHD diagnosis and quantitatively evaluate the effectiveness of drug treatment. - February 13, 2011 - Portrait Health Centers
Premier Awards 2011 ENA Educational Conference Opportunities to Three Outstanding Nurse Leaders
Premier Health Care Services congratulates this year’s Emergency Nursing Leadership recipients. The three winners were selected from nominations submitted by their Premier Medical Directors. They will attend the 2011 ENA Nursing Leadership Conference to be held in Portland, Oregon February 16-20, 2011. - February 13, 2011 - Premier Physician Services
"Diabetes and You: a Comprehensive, Holistic Approach" is Now a Bestseller
Diabetes Expert Dr. Naheed Ali offers how to break into the Diabetes epidemic with his #1 Amazon bestselling book titled “Diabetes and You: A Comprehensive, Holistic Approach.” - February 13, 2011 - Dr. Naheed Ali
Doctors Express of Des Peres Launches iTriage App to Give Mobile Users Greater Access to Medical Information
Patients have convenient, on-the-go access to symptom, disease and provider information in the palm of their hands with the free iTriage smartphone app. - February 12, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Lake After Hours -- Central Deploys the iTriage Application to Put Medical Information Into the Hands of Smartphone Users
Patients now have on-the-go access to Lake After Hours - Central with the iTriage healthcare decision tool - February 12, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Christina Pratt Explores Rites of Passage with Annie Spencer on February 15 "Why Shamanism Now?"
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 welcomes Annie Spencer as part of her series featuring guests from the Society of Shamanic Practitioners. Spencer is an elder and guide in the practice of ceremonial shamanism the worldwide and talks about how we need ceremony more than ever before in our modern world. - February 12, 2011 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Dunes Dental Services Provides 30-Second Painless Saliva Test to Detect Oral Cancer
Dunes Dental Services is now providing a simple 30-second saliva diagnostic lab test to identify the presence of an oral HPV infection using DNA-PCR technology. For the 12th year in a row, April is the official Oral Cancer Awareness month in the US. With all of the recent publicity on celebrities... - February 12, 2011 - Dunes Dental Services
Dallas Plastic Surgeon and Fat Grafting Expert Featured in Plastic Surgery Practice Magazine
Dr. Samuel Lam, a plastic surgeon specializing in fat grafting in Dallas, Texas, contributes his views on the benefits and drawbacks of facial fat transfer and related stem cell therapy in magazine’s January edition. - February 11, 2011 - Lam Institute for Hair Restoration
Dr. Kevin Sadati, Award-Winning Expert in Fat Grafting, Introduces Unique Procedure
Fat Grafting with Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is a More Durable and Cost-Effective Alternative to repeated Injectables - February 11, 2011 - Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery
Avant Healthcare Professionals Will be Exhibiting at the HIMSS 11 Annual Conference and Exhibition in Orlando, Florida February 20-24, 2011
The HIMSS 11 Annual Conference and Exhibition comes at a time when the nation is entering a new era for healthcare and long term care based on the government’s healthcare reform. According to Brian Hudson, Senior Vice President, “The HCIT changes created by Healthcare Reform have... - February 11, 2011 - Avant Healthcare Professionals
Walden Behavioral Care Names Dr. Steingard Chief Medical Officer, VP of Medical Affairs
Dr. Steingard to oversee services for eating, psychiatric disorders; Dr. Greenblatt to focus on eating disorders - February 11, 2011 - Walden Behavioral Care
Dr. Mark Galland Elected Into American College of Surgeons
Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist Earns FACS Honor - February 11, 2011 - Dr. Galland
Toronto Physiotherapy Promotes Awareness, Education, and Treatment of Chronic Swelling Called Lymphedema
Toronto Physiotherapy, a leading provider of healthcare in Toronto, is providing free Lymphedema services to individuals in financial need, and offering on-line education resources to promote disease awareness. - February 11, 2011 - Toronto Physiotherapy
Group Benefit Services, Inc., a Springfield, MO Licensed Third Party Administrator, Enters Into an Agreement with The Phia Group
Group Benefit Services (GBS) and The Phia Group reaches a technology integration agreement to provide subrogation investigation and recovery services. - February 10, 2011 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.
Home Care Assistance Launches New Website, New Look
Home Care Assistance announces the launch of their new website, which, in conjunction with a re-branded logo and image, aligns with the company’s position as a leader in the home care industry. - February 10, 2011 - Home Care Assistance
Colorado Access Advantage to Host C.A.A.R.E Fair on Valentine’s Day
A Local Senior Resource and Enrollment Fair for Medicaid and Medicare Members - February 10, 2011 - Colorado Access
Burbank CA Chiropractor Dr. Charlene Thorburn Wins 2011 Top Doc L.A. Award
Dr. Charlene Thorburn, D.C., R.N. has been selected by Top Doc America as one of the “2011 Top Doctors and Dentists” in the Los Angeles area. - February 10, 2011 - Thorburn Chiropractic & Wellness Center
Oregon Natural Medicine and Thermography Opens Its Doors in Portland's Hollywood Neighborhood
New holistic clinic opens in Portland. Unique offerings include Medical and Breast Thermography. - February 10, 2011 - Oregon Natural Medicine
Ascension Urgent Care Teams with Healthagen to Put Vital Healthcare Information Into the Hands of the Mobile Users of iTriage
Prairieville residents now have on-the-go access to medical information with the iTriage healthcare decision tool. - February 10, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
21st Century Oncology Physicians Featured on National Television
21st Century Oncology Physicians interviewed on 'American Health Journal' - February 10, 2011 - 21st Century Oncology
HCG Diet Cream Versus HCG Diet Injection
HCG True Diet explains the differences between HCG diet creams and injections. Both are used during first 2 phases of the HCG diet. The HCG must be administered daily during this time. - February 09, 2011 - HCG True Diet
Yogi Cameron Promises You Can Change Your Life in 28 Days on "The Dr. Oz Show"
Yogi Cameron’s appearance on the show was in support of the recent publication of The Guru in You (HarperOne), a book he authored on how each of us can transform our lives from one of pain and stress to one of fulfillment and purpose through the ancient systems of yoga and Ayurveda. - February 09, 2011 - Yogi Cameron
Laser Spine Institute Physician Dr. Anand Gandhi Published in Instructional Book
Physician’s Study, “Yoga And The Aging Spine,” Published In Instructional Book - February 09, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
Magnolia Creek Treatment Center for Eating Disorders is Pleased to Announce a Free Eating Disorder Education and Awareness Program for Colleges and Universities
In an effort to help create a healthier community for all, Magnolia Creek announces the creation of its free College Campus Partnership program. This program is designed to provide college staff with the tools and skills needed to recognize, treat and prevent eating disorders among students. - February 08, 2011 - Magnolia Creek Treatment Center for Eating Disorders
Insights into Cancer Lecture Series Scheduled
21st Century Oncology presents Insights into Cancer seminar series. - February 06, 2011 - 21st Century Oncology
Comprehensive Care Solutions Announces Partnership with The CORE Institute®
Comprehensive Care Solutions LLC (CCS) (www.ComprehensiveCareSolutions.com) today announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with The CORE Institute® (www.thecoreinstitute.com), a leading orthopedic practice group, to bring its Orthopedic Optimization Program and health care reform strategies to the marketplace to help hospitals and other healthcare organizations navigate the changing face of healthcare. - February 05, 2011 - Comprehensive Care Solutions
Lake After Hours -- Hammond Deploys the iTriage Application to Put Medical Information into the Hands of Smartphone Users
Patients now have on-the-go access to Lake After Hours - Hammond with the iTriage healthcare decision tool. - February 05, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
The American Institute for Plastic Surgery Set to Move Into New Dallas/Plano Facility
The American Institute for Plastic Surgery, a Plano-based plastic surgery medical group, is relocating to a brand new state-of-the-art patient care and surgical facility on February 7, 2011. The built-to-suit center is a world-class facility of nearly 20,000 square feet. The center has 5... - February 04, 2011 - American Institute for Plastic Surgery
Savannah Speech and Hearing Center Volunteer of the Year - Ms. Jean Finley Giblin, Age 86
Savannah Speech and Hearing Center will bestow the time honored Annie F. Oliver Volunteer of the Year Award to Ms. Jean Finley Giblin, age 86, on Thursday, February 10, 2011 at 3:30pm at the Center’s 66th Street location. - February 04, 2011 - Savannah Speech and Hearing Center
Test Driving Hypnosis Training
Making an informed decision on whether or not to become a Certified Hypnotist can be a daunting task. The Tri-State Hypnosis Center has just made it easier with its offering of an all new introductory class "Hypnosis 101." - February 04, 2011 - Tri-State Hypnosis Center
National Advanced Prostate Cancer Program Helps Over 1,000 Men in First Month
Men diagnosed with advanced stage prostate cancer are now getting the information and support that they need, nationwide. Prostate Cancer rarely kills men in its early stages. But most nonprofits and treatment facilities focus solely on these non-life-threatening diseases. Malecare's National Advanced Prostate Cancer program reaches men with clinical trial and treatment news and shoulder to shoulder support. - February 04, 2011 - Malecare Prostate Cancer Support
OnCall Urgent Care Collaborates with iTriage to Connect with Mobile Consumers
Patients now have immediate, on-the-go access to symptom, disease, medical procedures and provider information with free smartphone application. - February 04, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Premier Physician, Michael Fain, MD, Appointed Chief of Staff Elect for Mercy Hospital Fairfield
Premier Health Care Services, Inc. congratulates Dr. Michael Fain on his appointment as Chief of Staff Elect for Mercy Hospital Fairfield in Fairfield, OH. He began his 4-year term as of January 1, 2011. - February 04, 2011 - Premier Physician Services
Plastic Surgeon at Kreegel Aesthetic Surgery to Offer Complimentary Skin Cancer Screenings
Beginning on Thursday, February 3, Dr. Drew Kreegel will offer complimentary skin cancer screenings in his office, on the first and third Thursday of each month. - February 04, 2011 - Kreegel Aesthetic Surgery
“Taking Right Action” on February 8 “Why Shamanism Now?” Radio Show with Host 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 about what it means to take right action in this world where abuses of power are all too common. - February 04, 2011 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Child, Adolescent Psychiatrist Joins Coastal Psychiatric Medical Associates in Del Mar, CA
Dr. Neil Alex, M.D., specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry, joins the staff of Coastal Psychiatric Medical Associates, Inc. in Del Mar, California. - February 04, 2011 - Coastal Psychiatric Medical Associates, Inc.
Group Benefit Services, Inc., a Springfield, MO Licensed Third Party Administrator, Retains the Designation of "Expert Insurance Service Provider" from AM Best
Group Benefit Services (GBS) of Missouri retains the AM Best designation of "Expert Insurance Service Provider" for the sixth straight year. - February 03, 2011 - Group Benefit Services, Inc.
KinderSmiles Opens State-of-the-Art & ‘Green’ Dental Office in Oradell, New Jersey Expansion Now Includes "The Center for Cosmetic Orthodontics"
It’s not enough to have one of the nation’s leading orthodontic and pediatric dental offices in Oradell, New Jersey. Dr. Darryl Engel and Dr. Adam Schulhof of KinderSmiles have gone one step further. They have created a state-of-the-art, ecologically conscious dental office that... - February 03, 2011 - KinderSmiles
Lourdes After Hours Provides On-the-Go Symptom Checker and Healthcare Information with Free iTriage Smartphone App
Patients now have convenient, immediate access to medical information in the palm of their hands - February 03, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Erik Dalton Dynamic Body Tour CE Training Classes
These 3 day, 24 CE Myoskeletal Alignment workshops feature exceptional training for pain managmement, sports, massage therapy and structural integration therapists. Events in Asheville, West Palm Beach, Chicago and Dallas. - February 03, 2011 - Freedom from Pain Institute
Ilchi Lee Book ‘In Full Bloom: A Brain Education Guide for Successful Aging’ to be Sold in China and Germany
The foreign rights to the award-winning Ilchi Lee book In Full Bloom: A Brain Education Guide for Successful Aging, co-authored by Dr. Jessie Jones, have been sold in Germany and China. - February 02, 2011 - Ilchi.com
Doctors Express – Dallas Collaborates with iTriage to Connect with Mobile Consumers
Patients now have immediate, on-the-go access to symptom, disease, medical procedures and provider information with free smartphone application. - February 02, 2011 - iTriage, LLC
Laser Spine Institute Opens Cincinnati Facility
Leader in Endoscopic Spine Surgery Expands Into Ohio Market - February 02, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
The National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) and Its Partner Lettercase Celebrate the National Distribution of a New Down Syndrome Prenatal Booklet
NDSS Provides Funding for Revision of Lettercase Booklets Making Accurate, Up-to-Date, and Balanced Prenatal Information Available for Medical Professionals and Families. - January 31, 2011 - Lettercase. Inc.
Riverview Medical Center Adopts SPY® Technology Providing a Roadmap to Improve Surgery for Cancer Patients
Riverview is the first hospital in New Jersey to provide SPY Imaging for patients. - January 31, 2011 - Riverview Medical Center
“Facing Your Fears” on February 1 “Why Shamanism Now?” Radio Show with Host 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 about the true nature of fear and how to allow fear to become our ally in order to bring our dreams into being. - January 31, 2011 - Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing
Laser Spine Institute Announces February Seminars
Company Offers Complimentary Medical Presentations And Treatment Advice - January 30, 2011 - Laser Spine Institute
First Study to Look at New Potential in Infant Organ Donation
New research has resulted in the approval of Kidney Injury Molecule-1 (Kim-1) as a highly sensitive and specific marker of drug-induced kidney injury by both the FDA and EMA. - January 30, 2011 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Body Fat Associated with a Higher Risk of ER-Negative Breast Cancer
Previous research has shown that body fat distribution does not play an important role in the overall incidence of premenopausal breast cancer, but new research shows correlation with estrogen receptor-negative breast cancer. - January 30, 2011 - Brigham and Women’s Hospital