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New Imaging Center Opens in Brooklyn
Brooklyn Imaging, a partnership between New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the leading oncology practices in the nation, and The Brooklyn Hospital Center (TBHC), a community hospital in Fort Greene/Downtown Brooklyn, reached a significant milestone by opening its newly... - May 01, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Future Horizons Releases "The Autism Toilet Training Handbook: Essential Strategies for Home and School"
A retired teacher and speech-language pathologist, Mary Wrobel has worked with students with autism for more than thirty years and continues to consult and give workshops. She has trained both parents and professionals about puberty, and its accompanying safety, cleanliness, and health issues, as well as many other topics related to autism. - April 28, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Mayor Johnson to Sign HUGS’ Proclamation of Mental Health Awareness on May 2
In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, Mayor Van R. Johnson will sign the Proclamation of Mental Health Awareness on Tuesday, May 2 at 2:00 p.m. at Heads-Up Guidance Services, Inc. (HUGS), located at 5 Executive Circle in Savannah. HUGS, a local non-profit organization making quality... - April 27, 2023 - Heads Up Guidance Services
Kindness of Strangers Contributing Free Community Service Hours Helps Young Woman Pay for Life-Changing Surgery Through M25 Program as Featured on CNN
Ashley Smith, from Lakeland, Florida, needs a life-changing surgery to cure migraines from Occipital Neuralgia. Demetrio Aguila, MD is a pain-focused peripheral nerve surgeon who can eliminate her pain. To pay for the surgery, Ashley needs financial help. Dr. Aguila created the M25 Program where patients can finance their care with community service hours. Two strangers in tiny Elgin, Nebraska contributed more than 300 hours of community service to help Ashley reach her goal. - April 26, 2023 - Total Pain Solutions
Sigma Chi Chapter at Cal Poly Pomona Raises Over $120,000 in Fight Against Cancer
For the third straight year, the Theta Sigma Chapter at Cal Poly Pomona has raised over $100,000 toward finding a cure for cancer. - April 26, 2023 - Theta Sigma Chapter Sigma Chi
Drug-Free Tennessee Races to Tell Kids the Truth
Drug-Free Tennessee helps people, especially young people, learn the disastrous effects of drugs before it’s too late. - April 15, 2023 - Drug Free South
OutcomesX Marketplace Launches with Deal to Move Funding Directly to Ukrainian NGOs Struggling to Access International Aid; $2 Million Committed by UBS Optimus Foundation
OutcomesX, a first-of-its-kind social outcomes marketplace, launched today with a deal to transfer $2 million in relief donations from UBS Optimus Foundation clients and employees directly to local NGOs in Ukraine that are providing education and mental health services to children in-country. This... - April 13, 2023 - OutcomesX
Future Horizons Releases: "Bobby and Mandee's Good Touch Bad Touch"; Spanish Edition Now Available
Robert Kahn has a Master’s Degree in Education. It was during Kahn’s tenure as a sixth grade teacher that he became concerned about the safety issues that involve children and decided to become a Deputy Sheriff to help educate and protect our youth from harm. He started a Stranger Danger program in local schools and community service organizations. Local law enforcement credits this program in foiling over 40 attempted abductions by strangers. - April 07, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists and Physicians of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Host Breast Cancer Screening Event
Memorial Medical Care (MMC), PC, a practice of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) physicians and New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), will host a free breast screening event on Saturday, April 8, 2023, from 9 am-3 pm at their new comprehensive cancer care located at 2236... - April 03, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Hemanext Partners with Sickle Cell Disease Association of America and OneBlood to Support Blood Drive in Miami Gardens
NFL Linebacker Markus Golden Joins Forces for an Inspiring #Donate4Diversity Blood Drive on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Walmart Supercenter Parking Lot, 19501 NW 27th Ave., Miami Gardens, FL - March 30, 2023 - Hemanext
Minor Use Foundation Announces New Mission and Vision Statements
On March 30, 2023, the Minor Use Foundation announced new mission and vision statements that will help govern decision making over the coming years and better reflect the alignment of the Foundation’s work with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). - March 30, 2023 - Minor Use Foundation, Inc.
Sridhar Reddy, MD Joins New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation’s leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of board-certified hematologist-oncologist Sridhar Reddy, MD. Dr. Reddy will practice at NYCBS locations in Downtown Brooklyn and East New York. Learn... - March 28, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Dr. Temple Grandin and Future Horizon Releases "Autism and Education: The Way I See It: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know"
Temple Grandin is one of the world’s most accomplished and well known adults with autism. She has a PhD in animal science from the University of Illinois and is a professor at Colorado State University. She is the author of six books, including the national bestsellers Thinking in Pictures and Animals in Translation. Dr. Grandin is a past member of the board of directors of the Autism Society of America. - March 25, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Disability Advocates Announce Endorsement of the All of Us Research Program
The American Association on Health and Disability announces the release of “No Research About Us Without Us," a statement endorsing the National Institutes of Health’s All of Us Research Program, an effort to engage more than one million people from across the United States in biomedical research to advance health care for all. - March 15, 2023 - American Association on Health and Disability
Ali Naboush, MD Joins New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation’s leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of board-certified hematologist-oncologist Ali Naboush, MD. Dr. Naboush will practice at NYCBS locations in Astoria, Bayside, and Valley Stream. https://nycancer. - March 13, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
This World Kidney Day, Kidney Care Partners Remains Committed to Ensuring Access to Quality Kidney Care and Prevention Resources
KCP marked World Kidney Day to emphasize its key policy objectives to improve workforce development, drive kidney care innovation, support disease prevention, and restore statutory protections for patients living with kidney disease and kidney failure. - March 09, 2023 - Kidney Care Partners
Future Horizons Releases "Special Diets for Special Kids: Updated Gluten-Free, Casein-Free Recipes You’ll Love"
An anthropologist by training, Lisa Lewis was a member of Princeton University's computing center staff for a number of years. Her interest in autism began in 1991, when her son was diagnosed with Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified (PDDNOS). In 1993, she became interested in dietary interventions, and she wrote the first edition of Special Diets for Special Kids in 2011. - March 06, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Drug-Free Tennessee Announces World Health Day Activities
Drug-Free Tennessee will host a community event for World Health Day as well as participate in fitness events in early April, 2022. - February 25, 2023 - Drug Free South
Future Horizons Releases "Dating While Autistic."
Wendela Whitcomb Marsh has a heart for autists of all ages, and for the amazing parents and professionals who love them and work with them. Having been a teacher, counselor, psychologist, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst, as well as parent of and spouse to awesome autistic people, she brings a unique perspective to working with this population. - February 15, 2023 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Kidney Community Applauds Bipartisan Lawmakers’ Support for Kidney Care Innovation (KidneyX) in FY 2024 Budget
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) applauded Representatives Larry Bucshon (IN-08) and Suzan DelBene (WA-01), and Senators Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Todd Young (R-IN) for co-signing a letter urging the Biden Administration to increase investments in “KidneyX” in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Executive Budget. - February 01, 2023 - Kidney Care Partners
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Expands Cancer Care Network to Upstate Locations
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the leading oncology practices in the nation, and OneOncology, the national platform for independent community oncology practices, announce its plan to expand cancer care access to Orange County. The expanded footprint will provide patients... - January 30, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Joseph Safdieh, MD Joins New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the leading oncology practices in the nation, is pleased to announce that board-certified radiation oncologist Joseph Safdieh, MD, has joined its team of radiation oncologists. He will practice at 2236 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. “We... - January 23, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
5th Annual Nick Mamalakis Memorial Cornhole Tournament Benefiting HUGS to be Held on Feb. 4
The 5th Annual Nick Mamalakis Memorial Cornhole Tournament will be held on Saturday, February 4 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Forest City Gun Club, located at 9203 Ferguson Avenue in Savannah. All proceeds will benefit Heads-Up Guidance Services (HUGS), a local non-profit organization that... - January 22, 2023 - Heads Up Guidance Services
The Market at 3 West Ridge Benefiting HUGS & P.A.C.K. to be Held Feb. 7-9
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church will host its annual fundraiser, The Market at 3 West Ridge, from Tuesday, February 7 through Thursday, February 9 at 3 West Ridge Road on Skidaway Island. This year’s event will benefit Heads-Up Guidance Services (HUGS) and People of Action Caring for Kids... - January 22, 2023 - Heads Up Guidance Services
2023 Urgent Care Foundation Award Winners Announced
The Urgent Care Foundation has announced the latest class of its Industry Award recipients. These outstanding individuals are commended for their contributions to the advancement of Urgent Care medicine. - January 20, 2023 - Urgent Care Association
Hemanext Partners with the Miami Chapter of the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America to Support Local Sickle Cell Disease Community
Partnership Will Expand to Include Educational and Donation Event with OneBlood. - January 17, 2023 - Hemanext
Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach Launches Wellness Program to "Beat the Winter Blues" Ahead of Blue Monday
As a response to the growing number of Canadians experiencing and at risk for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Ignite Health Coaching and Wellness, based in Alberta, today announced its four-month “Beat the Winter Blues” program to give participants the tools and skills to deal with the depression, lack of motivation and general unease that can characterize SAD. - January 09, 2023 - Ignite Health Coaching and Wellness
New Cancer Care Facility Opens in Brooklyn
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the fastest-growing community oncology practices in the nation, today announced the opening of a new comprehensive cancer care practice in the Flatbush section of Brooklyn in collaboration with Memorial Medical Care, PC (MMC), a practice of... - January 03, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Marissa Freeman, Chief Marketing Officer of Union Square Hospitality Group, Joins Dream Foundation Board
Freeman joins the Board of Directors of the national dream-granting organization - January 03, 2023 - Dream Foundation
Jagmohan Kalra, MD Joins New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation’s leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of board-certified hematologist-oncologist Jagmohan Kalra, MD. She will practice at 1055 Stewart Ave., Bethpage, NY 11714. “We are very excited to welcome... - January 02, 2023 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Future Horizons Set to Release Companion Guide to Award Winning Book, Uniquely Normal, on January 3, 2023
A Successful and Commonsense Approach to Treating Autism. - December 22, 2022 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Future Horizons Releases "Autismology: An Autism Dictionary"
Special needs educators, public school teachers, occupational therapists, ABA therapists, psychologists, mental health counselors, autistic adults, and parents with children on the autism spectrum will greatly benefit from having Autismology at their fingertips. - December 12, 2022 - Future Horizons, Inc.
INSTEP, Inc. Names New President
Bill Corley, founder and President, retired from INSTEP, Inc. His successor is Tammie Nelson (née Dulworth) of Indianapolis. INSTEP will continue efforts to improve communication, collaboration, and care coordination among substance use disorder organizations in the greater Indianapolis area. - December 05, 2022 - INSTEP, Inc.
Future Horizons Presents "Bobby and Mandee's Good Touch, Bad Touch: Children's Safety Book"
Empower Children to Keep Themselves Safe - December 05, 2022 - Future Horizons, Inc.
City of Palm Springs Invites Local Families to Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 17
BMW of Palm Springs and Porsche Palm Springs Partner to Help Make the Holidays Merrier for Children Across the Coachella Valley. - December 03, 2022 - PSGSL
Ramsey Asmar, MD Joins New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), one of the nation’s leading oncology practices, is proud to announce the addition of board-certified hematologist-oncologist Ramsey Asmar, MD. He will practice at 2236 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205. “We are very excited to welcome... - December 01, 2022 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Landon Pollack, Managing Partner of Ignite Venture Partners, Joins Dream Foundation
Pollack has joined the Board of Directors of the national dream-granting organization. - December 01, 2022 - Dream Foundation
The Jolie Marie Foundation Inc. Announces Its Tax-Exempt Status as a 501(C)3 Organization
The Jolie Marie Foundation is pleased to announce its formation as a Texas Non-Profit Organization effective March 30, 2020. The organization applied for income tax exempt status and received its IRS designation as a 501(c)3 exempt organization effective on July 31, 2022. The organization also received Sales Tax Exemption Status with the State of Texas on July 31, 2022. - November 21, 2022 - Jolie Marie Foundation
Sheryl Zimmerman, PhD, the Nation’s Top-Ranked Social Work Scholar in Aging and Expert in Long-Term Care Joins Dream Foundation
Dr. Zimmerman has joined the National Board of Directors of the dream-granting organization. - November 10, 2022 - Dream Foundation
AultCare's PrimeTime Health Plan Rated a 5-Star Medicare Advantage Plan by CMS for the Second Year in a Row
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) awarded AultCare's PrimeTime Health Plan with a 5 out of 5-star rating for 2023. This accolade is the second year in a row AultCare's PrimeTime Health Plan has received the highest quality rating. - November 08, 2022 - AultCare
Drug-Free Tennessee to Hold Special Event for Awareness During Red Ribbon Week 2022
Drug-Free Tennessee, the local chapter of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World, is promoting drug awareness and education for Red Ribbon Week. - October 31, 2022 - Drug Free South
Dementia Society of America® Expands Operation KeepSafe®
National Program Seeks to Help Those Living with Dementia Avoid Harm. October 20 Returns as National KeepSafe Day™. - October 14, 2022 - Dementia Society of America
Kidney Community Urges Congress to Pass Bipartisan Restore Protections for Dialysis Patients Act to Protect Insurance Access for Individuals Living with Kidney Failure
Legislation Would Restore Four-Decade Precedent of Patient Protections to Private Insurance, Avoid Insurance Discrimination, Protect Medicare Trust Fund - October 05, 2022 - Kidney Care Partners
Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic Launches New Prenatal Program
Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic now offers CenteringPregnancy as an option for prenatal patients. - September 29, 2022 - Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic
Crisis Text Line Becomes the First Text-Based Service to Receive Accreditation from American Association of Suicidology
Crisis Text Line, a non-profit organization that provides free, 24/7 text-based mental health support, and the American Association of Suicidology (AAS) are proud to announce that Crisis Text Line has become the first online-only emotional support (OES) service to receive accreditation for crisis... - September 19, 2022 - Crisis Text Line
HUGS to Host Boo Bash Masquerade & Casino Night Fundraiser on Oct. 14
Heads-Up Guidance Services (HUGS) will host its annual Boo Bash Masquerade & Casino Night fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 14 from 7 to 11 p.m. in The Grandview Event Center at Hotel Tybee, located at 1401 Strand Avenue on Tybee Island. The fun-filled evening will feature catering by Kirk Blaine,... - September 17, 2022 - Heads Up Guidance Services
2022 Crystal Vision Awards
Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin (LEBW) is excited to announce the award recipients for the Crystal Vision Awards. Since 2007, LEBW has honored advocates of donation who have shown commitment and dedication to raising awareness and educating communities on the importance of organ, eye, and tissue donation. - September 03, 2022 - Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin
Edward Jones to Sponsor the Inaugural Hope for Kids Classic Benefiting the American Foundation for Children with AIDS
The Hope for Kids Classic looks to raise $20,000 with a matching grant for children with AIDS, and attract golfers in the Lebanon, PA area. - September 01, 2022 - American Foundation for Children with AIDS
The Gateway Family YMCA Helping Youth Achieve a Healthy Weight
Y wants to help families adopt healthy habits together and help children grow to a healthy weight. - August 31, 2022 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Future Horizons Presents "Autism and Us: Old As Time"
Autism is old and unruly. It’s been a part of us since we first left hand prints on cave walls 40,000 years ago. Autism and Us covers a long-stretch view of its neurological history and how society has judged it. With quotes from old medical records, folk-tale beliefs, and... - August 31, 2022 - Future Horizons, Inc.