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Spending Ten Dollars Now – Could Save Thousands
Of lives, that is. The Independent Rescue Service of Frankfort, Maine is currently conducting a raffle in the hopes of raising much needed funds, so that they might still continue their mission of saving lives where help is needed. The Independent Rescue Service, is an elite search and rescue... - October 08, 2007 - Independent Rescue Service
Speaking Of Women’s Health Honors Dr. Susan Weaver
Speaking of Women’s Health honored Dr. Susan Weaver with the It’s the Right Time award at the Speaking of Women’s Health two-day conference on Friday, Sept. 14 and Saturday, Sept. 15 at the North Raleigh Hilton. Dr. Weaver was recognized for her integral involvement as executive... - September 24, 2007 - Speaking of Women's Health
Speaking of Women’s Health Honors Jill Wolford
Speaking of Women’s Health honored Jill Wolford at the Speaking Of Women’s Health two-day conference on Friday, Sept. 14 and Saturday, Sept. 15 at the North Raleigh Hilton. Wolford was recognized for her philanthropy work with cancer patients as the founder of the Caring Community... - September 18, 2007 - Speaking of Women's Health
Visiting Nurse Association Begins Receiving Flu Vaccine and Prepares for Severe Flu Season
Flu season is coming, complete with chills, fever, cough and sore throat. Fortunately, the Visiting Nurse Association is prepared. On Friday, the non-profit organization received 25,000 doses of flu vaccine and anticipates receiving an additional 30,000 by October 1, when it begins offering flu shots. - September 12, 2007 - Visiting Nurse Association
Diane Dennis Serves on Speaking of Women’s Health Committee
Diane Dennis, vice-president of operations at Iatria Spa And Health Center’s Creedmoor location, will chair the program committee for the 2007 Speaking of Women’s Health conference, a two-day event designed to influence women in making informed decisions about their health, well-being... - September 06, 2007 - Speaking of Women's Health
MMI Associates, Inc. Sponsors Speaking of Women’s Health
Patty Briguglio, president of MMI Associates, Inc., a Raleigh-based public relations and marketing firm, has announced that the firm will sponsor the 2007 Speaking of Women’s Health conference, a two-day event designed to influence women in making informed decisions about their health,... - August 29, 2007 - Speaking of Women's Health
Elliot Steger Jazz Quartet Comes to the Concord Performing Arts Center on October 12, 2007
5th Annual Concert to Benefit the Massachusetts Alzheimer’s Association - August 17, 2007 - Libery Alzheimer's Partnership
Endometriosis Research Center Announces Winner of Nancy Petersen, RN Nursing Scholarship
Award Seeks to Increase Endometriosis Awareness Among Future Healthcare Leaders - August 08, 2007 - Endometriosis Research Center
'Shock Treatment' is Grievous Bodily Harm
“Electroconvulsive therapy should not be an option in the mental health bill,” says watchdog. - July 27, 2007 - CCHRUK
Speaking Of Women’s Health Foundation Seeks Volunteers
Lisa Roberts, M.D., event chair of the Raleigh chapter of Speaking of Women’s Health, has announced that the organization is are seeking volunteers to assist with their upcoming women’s health conference. Volunteers are needed for a variety of activities prior to and during the... - July 26, 2007 - Speaking of Women's Health
Podcast Addresses Speaking of Women’s Health Conference
Erika Mangrum, co-chair of the Raleigh Chapter of Speaking of Women’s Health and president of Iatria Day Spa, has announced the release of a podcast providing details on the Speaking of Women’s Health Conference, a two-day event in Raleigh Friday, Sept. 14 and Saturday, Sept. 15 at the... - July 18, 2007 - Speaking of Women's Health
Speaking of Women’s Health Conference Seeks Honorees
Speaking of Women’s Health, a two-day event designed to influence women in making informed decisions about their health, well-being and personal safety, is now accepting 2007 honoree nominations for the upcoming conference to be held Friday, Sept. 14 and Saturday, Sept. 15 at the North... - July 05, 2007 - Speaking of Women's Health
Speaking Of Women’s Health Kick-Off Event Held at Edwards Center for Medical Education
Speaking of Woman’s Health, a two-day event designed to influence women in making informed decision about their health, well-being and personal safety, held a kick-off event at Edwards Center for Medical Education, June 19 from 3:30 - 5 p.m. to plan the upcoming conference. Sponsor... - June 28, 2007 - Speaking of Women's Health
Dieting Research Wins Funding Award
The founder of a leading problem eating and weight control charity has been awarded a university funding package to conduct a detailed academic study into the West's dieting obsessions. - June 07, 2007 - The Weight Foundation
Orthopaedic Surgeons Become 1st Line Defense to Prevent Future Fractures
Launch of a major new tool by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), the Bone and Joint Decade (BJD) and the International Society for Fracture Repair (ISFR), will help orthopaedic surgeons better diagnose and treat osteoporosis. - May 23, 2007 - The Bone and Joint Decade
Local Charity Auction Gets Big Donation - Toyota Sunnyvale Donates a New Car
Toyota Sunnyvale in Sunnyvale, CA donates a 2007 Toyota Prius Hybrid with free shipping to the 48 contiguous United States to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's "Out for Blood" Charity Auction, now live on eBay at www.ebay.com/outforblood. Auction runs through May 16, 2007. All proceeds will advance the Society's mission to cure blood cancers and improve the quality of life for patients and their families. - May 13, 2007 - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Silicon Valley & Monterey Bay Area Chapter
SANMA Medical Missionary Team Conducts Free Clinics
SANMA volunteer team of doctors, nurses, and paramedics conducted free medical clinics in the remote villages of Garenapudi and Thanner Vari Palem in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. - March 20, 2007 - South Asia Native Missionary Alliance
The Heart Touch Project Receives Generous Grant from S. Mark Taper Foundation
The Heart Touch Children’s Program expands to serve older children. - March 17, 2007 - Heart Touch Project
Endometriosis Research Center Announces Nancy Petersen, RN Nursing Scholarship
Foundation Kicks off Endometriosis Awareness Month with National Honorary Award. - March 04, 2007 - Endometriosis Research Center
MindBody Connection to Host Fitness Fundraiser for the Sydney & Alexandria Cohen Foundation
On Sunday, March 11, 2007 from 10:30am to 3:30pm, fitness studio MindBody Connection will be holding a charity fundraiser for the Sydney & Alexandria Cohen Foundation, a 501 c3 not-for-profit organization currently raising funds to donate two state-of-the-art incubators to the Neonatal... - February 05, 2007 - The Sydney & Alexandria Cohen Foundation
Speaking of Women’s Health Co-Chairs Earn Honor
Speaking of Women’s Health has honored its three co-chairs, Erika Mangrum, Dr. Angela Baylis and Dr. Lisa Roberts, with an award for chairing the conference’s executive committee. The three women led efforts to organize the Speaking of Women’s Health conference, a daylong event... - February 05, 2007 - Speaking of Women's Health
Liddle Kidz® Partners with Momstyle News
Tina Allen, owner of Liddle Kidz® Infant Massage and Director of the Children’s Program for The Heart Touch Project, has teamed up with Angeline Piotrowski of Momstyle News to provide families with education and practical techniques on the benefits that infant massage can have... - February 01, 2007 - Heart Touch Project
Speaking of Women’s Health Foundation Awards Community Investment Grant to Interact
Grant From Foundation to Help Health and Well-Being of Women in the Triangle - December 27, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Speaking of Women’s Health Posthumously Honors Dr. Annie Louise Wilkerson
Foundation Recognizes Her Work as a Doctor, Volunteer and Philanthropist - December 21, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Speaking of Women’s Health Foundation Awards Community Investment Grant to Triangle Family Services
Grant from Foundation to Help Health and Well-Being of Women in the Triangle - December 18, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Speaking of Women’s Health Honors Dr. Etta Pisano
Foundation Recognizes Doctor for Breast Cancer Research - December 12, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Weight Control Charity Set for Major Growth
A campaigning weight control charity has won major grant aid to develop its worldwide research and support activities. - December 02, 2006 - The Weight Foundation
Marybeth Winstead Chairs Speaking of Women’s Health Committee
Healthy Moms NC Licensee and Partner Joins Promotion and Publicity Committee - November 27, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Resources For Seniors, Inc. Hosts Speaking Of Women’s Health
Local Nonprofit For Seniors Hosts Daylong Women’s Health Event - November 20, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Speaking Of Women’s Health Awards Investment Grants and Recognizes Honorees
Conference For Women Gives Back To Community - November 13, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Patty Briguglio Chairs Speaking of Women’s Health Committee
President of MMI Associates, Inc. to Lead Promotion and Publicity Committee - November 07, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Lana Calloway Serves on Speaking of Women’s Health Committee
President of Exhibit Resources Joins Executive Committee - October 30, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Sheila Ogle Serves On Speaking Of Women’s Health Committee
CEO Of MRPP, Inc. Chairs Promotion And Publicity Committee - October 23, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Cynthia Anderson Serves on Speaking of Women’s Health Committee
CEO Of CD Anderson, P.A. Chairs Honoree Selection Committee - October 10, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Cystic Fibrosis Worldwide Joins Million Artists Project
Cystic Fibrosis Worldwide (CFW) has been invited to join Million Artists, an international fund-raising project for medical charities. The website aims to break the Guinness Book of World Records’ largest piece of collaborative abstract art record while collecting donations for non-profits. - October 05, 2006 - Cystic Fibrosis Worldwide
Lebanese CF Patient Receives Life Saving Medication from US Non-Profit
A Cystic Fibrosis patient is facing the hardship of post-war Lebanon while trying to survive without his much needed medications. Because the war torn region is without the ability to supply CF medications, Cystic Fibrosis Worldwide, a US based NGO, is working to remedy the situation. While CFW does not usually supply medications or help patients on an individual basis, when Rami requested help, CFW began contacting organizations seeking assistance on his behalf. - October 05, 2006 - Cystic Fibrosis Worldwide
World Beyond Dieting Week
A prominent weight-control charity has declared the inaugural “World Beyond Dieting Week” to strengthen the fight against growing obesity and endemic failed dieting. - October 03, 2006 - The Weight Foundation
Erika Mangrum Co-Chairs Speaking of Women’s Health Conference
Iatria Day Spa President Leads Women’s Health Event Executive Committee - September 27, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Dr. Angela Baylis Co-Chairs Speaking Of Women’s Health Conference
Iatria Health Center Partner Leads Women’s Health Event Executive Committee. - September 20, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Tobi Bowen Participates In Speaking Of Women’s Health Conference
Resources for Seniors, Inc. Director Of Development/Marketing Joins Executive Committee. - September 14, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Speaking Of Women’s Health Foundation Seeks Volunteers
Help Needed To Organize Raleigh Conference. - September 06, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
“Don't Steal our Meals,” Say Dieting Experts
Weight-control charity The Weight Foundation exposes new exploitative food industry tactics and launches a free and collaborative web-based self-help system for problem dieters. - September 01, 2006 - The Weight Foundation
Triangle Business Journal Sponsors Speaking Of Women’s Health Conference
Local Publication Backs Daylong Women’s Health Event. - September 01, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Speaking Of Women’s Health Seeks Community Investment Award Recipients And Honoree Nominations
National Conference Accepting Applications . - August 25, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
New Dieting Test
A leading problem-eating organization has developed a dieting behavior self-test, underpinned by a radical new understanding of what the dieting lifestyle actually comprises, to help dieters identify their relationship with food and eating. - August 22, 2006 - The Weight Foundation
Local Business Leaders Named To Committee for Speaking of Women’s Health Conference
Triangle Businesswomen Spearhead Raleigh Women’s Health Event. - August 18, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Speaking of Women’s Health Seeks Community Investment Award Recipients and Honoree Nominations
National Conference Accepting Applications. - August 01, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Speaking of Women’s Health Conference Comes to Raleigh
Daylong conference to be held at the North Raleigh Hilton. - July 27, 2006 - Speaking of Women's Health
Statewide Event Gives Companies Opportunity to Showcase Products and Services -- Free
Upcoming statewide event gives companies opportunity to showcase products and services -- free. Event targets pulmonologists, respiratory therapists, healthcare providers and other medical professionals. - July 12, 2006 - New York State Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
Adoption Forum's 32nd Annual Conference : The Loot Piles On!
Sure attendees come for the workshops to learn about relationship dynamics, their feelings, how to search, and to get to talk with others who understand adoption... but some are making a bid for more! - September 26, 2005 - Adoption Forum