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Mary’s Center’s President/CEO, Maria Gomez, Honored as First Inductee to the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s Hispanic Business Hall of Fame
Today, the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GWHCC) announced Mary’s Center’s President and CEO, Maria Gomez, as the first ever inductee of its newly established Hispanic Business Hall of Fame. The goal of the Hall of Fame is to recognize business leaders whose legendary... - June 15, 2019 - Mary's Center
Child Therapy
Mood swings, trouble with friends, difficulty in coping and anxiety are difficulties that widely exist in adults but what is overlooked is how even children face it. A child while growing up also goes through various emotional and mental changes in school, at home and in its other surroundings. - June 13, 2019 - PinkyMind
As CMS Curtails PBM “Spread Pricing” in Medicaid, SCPC Says Similar Medicare Abuses Require Scrutiny and Transparent Data Release
National Long Term Care (LTC) Pharmacy Group Urges CMS to Release Medicare Spread Pricing “Summary” Data. - June 12, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Alternative Therapy in Mental Health
Alternative Therapy in Mental health Pinkymind, an online wellness center's that focuses on counselling has gained a lot of traction in the last few months with quite a lot of app downloads and satisfied customers. They are now taking the next step towards better mental well-being by soon... - June 12, 2019 - PinkyMind
Dr. Jahan Aghalar Joins NYCBS
Jahan Aghalar, M.D. joins New York Cancer & Blood Specialists as a board-certified medical oncologist-hematologist. Dr. Aghalar will be practicing at the Smithtown and New Hyde Park locations. nycancer.com/blog/2019/05/20/dr-jahan-aghalar-joins-nycbs/ A Long Island native, Dr. Aghalar... - June 11, 2019 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Select Student Leaders Attending 79th ADA Scientific Sessions with the College Diabetes Network
The College Diabetes Network has chosen six students for their NextGen Leadership Program to attend the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Scientific Sessions Conference to represent the College Diabetes Network this summer. The Scientific Sessions are the world's largest, most prominent meeting... - June 04, 2019 - The College Diabetes Network
Drug-Free Tennessee to Host Educational Workshop to Keep Our Youth Off Drugs
Drug-Free Tennessee is preparing for International Day Against Drug Abuse with educational events to help the community keep young people away from drugs. - June 01, 2019 - Drug Free South
"Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew, 3rd Edition" is Now Available from Future Horizons
An internationally renowned author, Ellen Notbohm’s work has informed, inspired, and delighted millions in more than twenty languages. - May 31, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Kidney Community Applauds Introduction of Bipartisan Senate Legislation to Improve and Expand Access to Kidney Care Treatments and Improve Quality of Life
The Chronic Kidney Disease Improvement in Research and Treatment Act of 2019 (S. 1676) was introduced by Senators Ben Cardin and Roy Blunt. - May 28, 2019 - Kidney Care Partners
Dream Foundation’s Flower Empower Luncheon is a Tremendous Success
Over $160,000 raised to support the program at the heart of our community. - May 23, 2019 - Dream Foundation
National LTC Pharmacy Advocacy Group Disappointed CMS Failed to Eliminate DIR Fees
SCPC Reiterates Need to Protect LTC Pharmacy, Seniors from Unintended Consequences of Drug Pricing Reforms. - May 21, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
CMS' Announcement of Capacity Policy and New Bidding Window Date Earns Applause from Industry Leaders, Allows More Time to Educate Bidders
Defining the capacity policy brings long-overdue clarity to how bidders’ capacity affects the Single Payment Amounts (SPAs). The 60-day bidding window will open on July 16, giving potential bidders and suppliers of durable medical equipment (DME) more time to understand the major changes coming to Round 2021 of the competitive bidding program. - May 16, 2019 - CQRC
Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin Honors Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation Advocates at 2019 Crystal Vision Awards
Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin (LEBW) hosted its annual Crystal Vision Awards ceremony on Thursday, May 2, 2019 at Noah’s Event Venue in Madison, Wisconsin. Since 2007, LEBW has honored advocates of donation who have shown commitment and dedication to raising awareness and educating communities... - May 14, 2019 - Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin
PinkyMind: The Journey so Far
Stress, worries, panic, anxiety, depression, and problems with relationships lead to discomfort for anyone. Students and householders alike are suffering from the deteriorating lifestyle. Anxiety is an impediment to corporate business goals. Employee performance has been badly affected. Customers... - May 09, 2019 - PinkyMind
Environmental Pollution: One of the Major Causes for Increasing Asthma Prevalence in Children, Says HCFI
Proper management and correct use of inhalers are key to prevent attacks. - May 08, 2019 - Heart Care Foundation of India
Kidney Care Community Commends Lawmakers for Adding Critical “KidneyX” Funding in Proposed House FY 2020 Appropriations Bill to Address Nation’s Kidney Disease Epidemic
Inclusion of $10 Million in Federal Funding Will Complement $25 Million in Private Sector Investment for Kidney Disease Research and Innovation. - May 02, 2019 - Kidney Care Partners
"Autism is the Future" is Now Available from Future Horizons
Marlo Thurman reveals how cognitive differences are constructing pieces in understanding those with autism. Through her findings, she shows how those with autism spectrum disorder constantly challenge assumptions about measuring intelligence. Thurman proposes that sensory and cognitive development have evolved together into a very different form of intelligence in those with ASD, and it should be viewed not as a disability but instead as a difference to be celebrated and followed. - May 01, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Nutritional Deficiency Should be Addressed at a Young Age
Inadequacy of vitamins and minerals can directly hamper the immune system. - April 21, 2019 - Heart Care Foundation of India
Website Launched to Prepare DMEs for Medicare’s New Competitive Bidding Process
Website shows durable medical equipment suppliers how new CMS rules affect bidding for lead and non-lead items and how single payment amounts would compare to current Medicare rates. - April 17, 2019 - CQRC
Dream Foundation Hosts Its 9th Annual Flower Empower Luncheon
Community will celebrate and raise funds for beloved local program. - April 17, 2019 - Dream Foundation
mumms® Software Presents Many Industry-First Billing Automations in Its ClearPay Module
mumms Software®, developers of hospice EMR, Hummingbird, will showcase its unique ClearPay Billing Module at NHPCO LAC 2019 at Booth #711. - April 16, 2019 - mumms Software
mumms® Software Partners with DrFirst® to Bring Unprecedented in-EMR Prescribing: ClearScripts, to Hospice and Palliative Care
Clinicians will save time, improve accuracy, and promote patient safety using ClearScripts e-prescribing directly within mumms’ EMR, where it’s most relevant. - April 15, 2019 - mumms Software
An Evening with Temple Grandin: "Calling All Minds" - Baltimore, Maryland
Future Horizons will be hosting An Evening with Temple Grandin on May 27, 2019. - April 13, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
In Our Eyes In Our Words Wins Gold at the 2019 IPPY Awards
In Our Eyes In Our Words - Portraits from the Edge of Society, a collection of 100 charcoal portraits of homeless people drawn from life by artist Jeff Horn, wins a gold medal for fine art in the 2019 IPPY Awards. - April 11, 2019 - Music Care Inc
National LTC Pharmacy Advocacy Group Praises Grassley, Wyden Call for PBM “Spread Pricing” Probe
Cites Ohio Attorney General Yost’s Effort to Recoup Public Dollars from PBM Medicaid Managed Care Abuse. - April 11, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
Dream-Granting Organization Hosts NYC Wine Tasting
Special event will raise funds to support Dream Foundation’s mission to bring final Dreams to life for terminally-ill adults nationwide. - April 10, 2019 - Dream Foundation
SCPC to Senate Finance Committee: In Wake of Drug Pricing Reform Efforts, Policymakers Must Protect LTC Pharmacies from PBM Cost-Shifting to Reduce Seniors’ Costs
National LTC Pharmacy Advocacy Group Details Four Drug Pricing Reform Policy Recommendations. - April 09, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
In Our Eyes In Our Words Nominated for 2019 IPPY Awards
In Our Eyes In Our Words - Portraits from the Edge of Society, published by Music Care Inc, a book of 100 portraits of homeless people drawn from life by artist Jeffrey C Horn, is in the running for the 2019 Independent Publishers and Professionals of the Year Awards. Winners will be announced April 10, 2019. - April 05, 2019 - Music Care Inc
Student Leaders in Diabetes Attend Leadership Summit in Boston
College Diabetes Network Hosts Leadership Summit. - April 05, 2019 - The College Diabetes Network
An Evening with Temple Grandin: Connecting Animal Behavior & Autism - June 3, 2019
Future Horizons will be hosting an evening with Temple Grandin in New Orleans on June 3, 2019. - April 04, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
"America’s Hidden Health Crisis" Heads for Congress on April 3rd Demanding Action for Millions with ME/CFS
Hundreds of severely ill people with ME/CFS, caregivers, allies, scientists, and clinicians from across the country are heading for Capitol Hill on April 3rd to urge Congress to give us hope, and fully fund ME/CFS medical research and education programs. The CDC has called ME/CFS “America’s hidden health crisis.” - April 03, 2019 - Solve ME/CFS Initiative
"Becoming an Autism Success Story" Now Available from Future Horizons
Anita Lesko author of "Temple Grandin: The Stories I Tell My Friends," is an internationally recognized autism advocate and member of Autism Society of America's Panel of Autistic Advisors. She was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome at the age of fifty. A graduate of Columbia University, Anita was an honored speaker at the United Nations Headquarters for World Autism Awareness Day 2017. - April 03, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Kidney Community Commends Bipartisan Congressional Effort to Support Private-Public “KidneyX” Partnership to Address Nation’s Growing Kidney Disease Epidemic
Letter to House Appropriations Committee Leaders Calls for $25 Million in Public Matching Funds to Support KidneyX to Boost Investment in Kidney Disease Research and Innovation. - April 01, 2019 - Kidney Care Partners
Academy Award Winning Actress Lupita Nyong'o Shares Statement with the National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association to Help Shed Light on a Difficult Voice Disorder
Prior to the release of Jordan Peele’s horror film, "Us," lead actress Lupita Nyong'o shared the inspiration for the sound of the voice of Red; her doppelgänger character was inspired by the voice of Robert Kennedy, Jr. who has spasmodic dysphonia. The NSDA has been working... - March 30, 2019 - National Spasmodic Dypshonia Association
Los Angeles Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - May 24, 2019
Future Horizons will be hosting the Los Angeles Autism Conference with Dr. Temple Grandin - May 24, 2019. - March 28, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Beverage Organizations Support Mary’s Center with Donation for New Teaching Kitchen
A $50,000 donation will allow Mary's Center participants to have access to better nutrition resources. - March 24, 2019 - Mary's Center
St. Clair Butterfly Foundation Named "2019 Top-Rated Nonprofit" by GreatNonprofits
Award based on Outstanding Online Reviews - March 22, 2019 - St. Clair Butterfly Foundation
Autism Speaks Safety Fair in Hampton Roads Will Feature First Responders and Free Safety Resources
First responders from across Hampton Roads are partnering with Autism Speaks to hold a Safety Fair on Saturday, April 6, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in Parking Lot D of Harbor Park in Norfolk, VA. For more information, visit: Act.AutismSpeaks.org/HamptonRoadsSafetyFair - March 20, 2019 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
New Data Analysis: Improved Dialysis Care Nationwide Leads to Healthier Patients, Reduced Hospital Admissions, & More Savings for Medicare
During National Kidney Month, Kidney Care Partners celebrates improved care and how resultant reductions in healthcare utilization are benefiting both individuals with kidney failure and taxpayers. - March 18, 2019 - Kidney Care Partners
A Charity Footprints Powered Global Virtual Walkathon is Underway to Raise Money and Awareness for Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) - a Rare and Terminal Disorder
The goal of the virtual Global MSA Walkathon is to cover 52,000 miles and raise $250,000 between March 15, 2019 which is during MSA Awareness Month and October 3, 2019, which is World MSA Day. Team members track their steps via a wearable fitness tracker or a smartphone app while walking locally at their convenience. - March 15, 2019 - Multiple System Atrophy Coalition
Vascular Care Leaders Underscore PAD Risks for Americans Living with Kidney Disease on World Kidney Day
Americans with CKD are at a higher risk than the general population of developing PAD. - March 14, 2019 - CardioVascular Coalition
College Diabetes Network Speaking at The State of Diabetes in America Congressional Panel
College Diabetes Network CEO and Founder to speak on Congressional panel. - March 12, 2019 - The College Diabetes Network
New Data Analysis: Improvements in Kidney Care Mean Americans with Kidney Failure Are Living Longer While Saving Nation's Health Care System Billions
Kidney Care Partners releases a new data analysis from Discern Health showing that better dialysis care has saved billions of Medicare dollars and helped patients with kidney failure who depend on dialysis live longer, healthier lives with reduced hospital admissions - March 11, 2019 - Kidney Care Partners
National LTC Pharmacy Group: DIR Fees Should be Eliminated, Not “Reformed”
Senate Aging Committee Hearing on Untangling “Complex Web of Prescription Drug Prices” Provides Forum for Ongoing Discussion of Abolishing Direct and Indirect Remuneration (DIR) Fees. - March 07, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
"Dogs and Autism" Now Available from Future Horizons
Author Annie Bowes grew up having dogs throughout her childhood and adulthood that helped her with her autism. Her love of animals, especially dogs, eventually helped her find her passion in life to help animals and become a veterinarian. Through many years of working with dogs in her practice, she grew interested in how canine companionship helps people with autism. - March 06, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Miami Plastic Surgery Practice Relocates to State-of-the-Art Facility in Hollywood
Elite Plastic Surgery moved from Miami to a new practice location in Hollywood, Florida. The space includes an on-site surgical center, brand new facilities, and up-to-date equipment, providing patients with an improved experience. - March 05, 2019 - Elite Plastic Surgery
National MALS Foundation Established to Provide Hope and Support for Those Suffering with Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome is a rare disease that causes chronic abdominal pain in both children and adults. MALS can have significant consequences to the overall well-being of patients; moreover, it can impair a patient's quality of life. The National MALS foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) whose vision is to see a future in which MALS patients receive a timely diagnosis and comprehensive supportive medical care. - February 27, 2019 - National Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome Foundation
"Special People Special Ways" Spanish Translation - Now Available from Future Horizons
Special People, Special Ways now available in Spanish. - February 27, 2019 - Future Horizons, Inc.
Shape Up: a Community Fitness Fair at Church of Scientology Nashville in April
The Nashville Church of Scientology will host a Community Fitness Fair for World Health Day in early April, 2019. “Shape Up: A Community Fitness Fair” will be held in early April at the Church of Scientology Nashville. Organizers for the event are excited to give people a better... - February 23, 2019 - Drug Free South
National LTC Pharmacy Group Praises SFC Momentum on PBM Rebate Transparency
Positive Grassley Sentiment on Greater PBM Transparency Draws Support from SCPC. - February 21, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition