Press Releases by Category Health & Medicine
e-MDs Enhances Customer Satisfaction with U.S. Based IT Support
AUSTIN, TEXAS -- (AUGUST 8, 2011) – e-MDs, a leading provider of electronic health record (EHR) and practice management solutions, recently described one of the key elements of award-winning customer service they offer their clients: U.S. based software support and services.
Recent studies conducted by Claes Fornell International Group, an organization that measures customer satisfaction, indicate that offshore call centers can cause high levels of frustration. To enhance customer support…
Inhaled Antibiotics and Antivirals Creating Treatment Options for Caregivers and …
(Amherst, NH) – Advances in drug formulation and inhalation device design are creating new opportunities for inhaled antibiotics and antivirals for the treatment of chronic as well as acute infections and secondary conditions. The interest in inhaled administration of antimicrobials is based in large part on their ability to provide rapid onset of action at the site of infection or inflammation. Because they are indicated for patients who are often…
Study Links Diabetes With Dementia And Long Term Care Insurance Risk
Adults with diabetes face a significantly higher risk of developing all types of dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, the leading cause of long term care insurance claims.
A new study published in the current issue of Neurology reaffirms previous research connecting the two illnesses. According to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance some 5.4 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease and as many as 16 million will have the…
World Alzheimer's Day Brings Tips to Help Prevent Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer’s Disease is the second most-feared disease behind cancer, according to U.S. and European researchers presenting at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference in Paris, 2011. But a MetLife Foundation survey indicates that 9 out of 10 people have done nothing to prepare for the disease, even though it affects 50 percent of people 85 or older.
“There are risk factors that are easy to spot,” says founder of the Alzheimer’s iCaregiver…
Noyes Memorial Hospital Launches New Branding
Rochester, NY, September 13, 2011 – Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce the launch of its new brand. The official unveiling will take place at Livingston Health Services’ 10 Year Anniversary celebration on October 1, 2011, at 9 a.m.
“The rebranding initiative is part of Noyes’s strategic expansion process,” said Amy Pollard, President and CEO of Noyes. “It symbolizes our commitment to growth, and to ongoing improvements in…
Local Children’s Party Place ‘Bounces’ for More Birthdays
BounceU of Farmingdale, part of the nation’s largest franchise specializing in private party experiences that feature the latest indoor inflatable equipment, will be hosting a charity fundraiser to benefit the American Cancer Society.
BounceU invites all parents and children to bounce around on the latest interactive indoor inflatable equipment, such as Dodge City, Bouncy Boxing, and Adrenaline Rush III, on Wednesday, September 28, 2011 from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm. Admission to the…
New Technology Could Identify Prostate Cancer In Body Fluids
Researchers have developed a breakthrough technology that can be used to discriminate cancerous prostate cells in bodily fluids.
The scientists note that the new technology is years away from use in a clinical setting. However, they note that the knowledge will be useful in developing a micro device to further enable understanding when prostate cancer will metastasize, or spread to other parts of the body.
"Prostate cancer is one of the…
Medical tourism is becoming an increasingly popular alternative to the NHS, but …
2.65 million Britons have recently been or are planning to go abroad for medical treatment. The most common elective surgery procedures for outbound UK patients include hip replacements, knee replacements and cataract removal.
Most medical tourists go abroad to avoid paying for treatment not available on the NHS. However, if they previously had private medical cover they could have had these procedures done at no extra cost in the UK.
Without…
LabsDirect.com - The New Name for STIClinic.co.uk
STIClinic. co. uk has announced that it has been rebranded as LabsDirect.com as part of its commitment to continue providing a comprehensive testing and information service. In addition to their aim of reducing the spread of STIs in the UK by providing their patients with convenient and confidential ways to get tested, they are now looking to broaden their clinical testing services.
For the last year STIClinic has offered patients the…
Now Open - VAC of Southern MD Provides Complete Vascular Care Including Uterine …
Vascular Access Centers, leaders in vascular care, have recently opened a new location in Brandywine, Maryland.
Now open to patients, Vascular Access Centers of Southern Maryland provides complete vascular care, including:
• Dialysis Access Care
• Hemodialysis Fistula and Graft Interventions
• Complete Catheter Service/New Catheter Placement
• Central Venous Access
• Vein Care Treatment
• Peripheral Arterial Interventions
• Wound Care
Vascular Access Centers of Southern Maryland also provides Uterine Fibroid Embolization, an alternative to hysterectomy surgery for the treatment of uterine fibroids.…
'World revenues for monoclonal antibody therapies will reach $62.3bn in 2015' pr …
A new report by Visiongain predicts that overall revenues for monoclonal antibody (mAb) therapies will rise between 2011 and 2021. The world mAb drugs market will reach $62.3bn in 2015, up from revenues of $44.6bn (USD) in 2010.
Visiongain forecasts that the monoclonal antibody drug market will expand steadily to 2021. There will be sales growth in established and emerging markets, especially the US, Japan, China and India. The future of…
THE PINK RIBBON FOUNDATION AND BREASTLIGHT TEAM UP FOR GREATER BREAST HEALTH
For this year’s Breast Cancer Awareness month Breastlight, the leading breast screening device for self examination, has teamed up with the Pink Ribbon Foundation to help raise vital funds for the research and treatment of the disease.
Throughout October Breastlight are offering an exclusive £10 discount on all online orders of Breastlight units, with £1 from each sale going directly to the Pink Ribbon Foundation. Breast Cancer Awareness month is…
Polymedco, Inc., and Cardinal Health Sign Agreement for Distribution of Oncologi …
September 13, 2011: Polymedco, Inc. is pleased to announce its exclusive agreement with Cardinal Health, Inc., for distribution of its market leading automated FIT product, a fecal occult blood analyzer that can help increase patient compliance rates and aid in the early detection of colorectal cancer. The agreement includes distribution of the OC-Auto Micro 80; automated FIT analyzer; and OC-Sensor Diana, a high throughput automated FIT analyzer, to the…
The CPAP Shop Implements Advanced Magento Ecommerce Solution to Better Serve the …
September 20, 2011, The CPAP Shop, a national distributor of products and supplies to help those who suffer from sleep apnea, is pleased to announce their new, multifunctional ecommerce store is now live at http://www.thecpapshop.com.
The CPAP Shop, a family-run business for eight years, is dedicated to bringing quality CPAP and sleep aid products, as well as exceptional customer service to the sleep apnea community. Moreover, we strive to provide…
First-time mums turn to the internet instead of their midwife
NEW mums are turning to the internet instead of their midwife with simple baby care questions.
Recent research undertaken by Google shows that in their first week of becoming a parent, women’s internet searches double, with some of the most searched for questions being:
• How to change a nappy
• How to bath a baby
• How to put a baby to bed and help them sleep through the night
The results compiled by search engine Google,…
Infacol release first ever series of Baby Massage mini-films
British families’ No.1 infant colic remedy, Infacol, have produced a series of revolutionary, short educational movies around baby massage, an increasingly popular method of natural treatment of colic in infants.
Inspired by the dramatic increase in demand for knowledge surrounding baby massage, the brand have collaborated with champion midwife, Nikki Khan, to produce a series of 6 short movies.
Throughout the movies, we see Nikki explaining exactly what Colic is, then…
Most Affordable Heart Hole Surgery (ASD/VSD) by one the Most Successful Pediatri …
surgicalsaving.com presents In Association with Dr. Viresh Mahajan and Max Super Specialty Hospital. The Most Affordable Treatment for Heart Hole Surgery (ASD/VSD) @ USD 6000 inclusive Of all charges.
Surgical saving offers most affordable treatment of heart hole surgery (ASD/VSD) by one of the most eminent pediatric cardiologists of India. Surgical saving provides economical packages for the patients coming from all over the world to India.
A hole in the heart is…
FyMed Expands Its Drug Discovery and Development Portfolio Through Innovative Pe …
FyMed, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company focused on innovative drug development through sophisticated biomarker discovery methodologies in personalized medicine, today announced strategic and operational expansion plans following the successful completion of major preclinical drug studies utilizing the Company’s proprietary companion diagnostics and prognostic technologies.
“This expansion will enable us to continue to discover and develop novel linked pharmaceutical-biomarker products that will offer the latest advances in personalized medicine,” said Ben Johns, Ph.D.,…
Silicone Gel: Implant of Choice Over Saline
Portsmouth, NH- Most plastic surgeons agree that silicone gel-filled implants are the implant of choice over saline-filled implants. Among the numerous reasons are the more natural look and feel of silicone implants, the better guarantee of the product and the fact that over 90 % of the rest of the world uses silicone breast implants over saline. Silicone implants are increasingly chosen in the United States also to improve…
HairCenters.com Offers Over 82 Models of the Finest Quality Hair Systems
Beverly Hills, California, U.S – September 15, 2011. Haircenter.com offers products of totally natural and undetectable hair replacement centers, one of the premium non surgical hair replacement companies in the world.
It offers a large selection of 82 models of hair replacement systems from several manufacturers such as at mail order prices. Company claims that almost 40% of their clientele base are former Hair Club for men customers.
Non surgical Hair…
Innocent Vitamins Reaches Out-of-Court Agreement stopping Innocent Drinks from E …
I’m still Innocent but decided to be Innovitive, says Innocent Vitamins founder, Dawn Reid
West Sussex – Innocent Vitamins and Nutrition Ltd founder Dawn Reid has reached an out-of-court commercial resolution with Fresh Trading Ltd, manufacturers of Innocent Drinks and majority-owned by The Coca Cola Company, regarding use of the word ‘innocent’.
Dawn said, “I decided to change the name because I could no longer justify the costs of my lawyers responding…
SeniorHomes.com Team Walks in Support of Alzheimer's
Walk to End Alzheimer's in Pacific Northwest – Seattle Region
SeniorHomes.com, the most comprehensive resource for seniors and their families searching for senior care or housing, joined in the Alzheimer's Association of Western and Central Washington's Walk to End Alzheimer's on Saturday, September 10th,. The team worked diligently to raise funds and obtain sponsors to aid research funding to find a cure for this debilitating disease.
The Walk to End Alzheimer's strikes…
Listerine Whitening Products: Innovation In Teeth Bleaching
Several new Listerine whitening products show that innovation is still going strong in the teeth whitening industry. First, Listerine's convenient on-the-go whitening strips completely dissolve in the mouth, leaving nothing to remove. Whitening strips are most effective when used several times during the day but traditional whitening strips leave a plastic liner that must be removed and discarded after the treatment. This makes them inconvenient for anyone with a busy…
POSITION PERFECTLY: 2000 SURGERIES PERFORMED WITH SMI SURGERY GUIDANCE™
SMI Surgery Guidance™ Solution is Mature and Complete From Pre-Op Diagnostics to Post-Op Assessment
SensoMotoric Instruments GmbH (SMI), the established leader in eye tracking solutions for refractive laser surgery, exhibits the latest version of its Surgery Guidance Solution at the annual congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons – ESCRS in Vienna, September 17th – 20th. The SMI Surgery Guidance™ solution allows surgeons to position perfectly cataract…
Olive Grove Retirement Resort Partners with SYNERGY HomeCare Professional, Compa …
[September 16, 2011]- [Corona, CA]- The newest resident at the Olive Grove Retirement Resort is non- medical home care provider, SYNERGY HomeCare of Inland Empire Southwest. As of August 20, 2011, the home care company is now the premier provider of companionship and personal care for the retirement resort.
Olive Grove Retirement Resort recently partnered with SYNERGY HomeCare to continue to provide excellent retirement living to each resident. Residents…
Baseball Legend Johnny Bench Endorses New Eyeglass eStore OpDocs
Baseball legend Johnny Bench will be promoting the new eStore being launched by OpDocs (OpDocs.com), an online fashion eyewear glasses retailer recently started by three practicing optometrists. In the midst of a busy public speaking and mentoring schedule, Bench has served as a mentor to the University of Cincinnati baseball team. Bench has taken a great interest in the team; he recently included them as part of a study of…
Arturo C. Taca, Jr., M.D., FABPN, INSynergy Treatment Center Founder, Interviewe …
September 16, 2011 (St. Louis) – Arturo C Taca, Jr., M.D., Diplomate- American Board of Addiction Medicine and founder of INSynergy Treatment Center, an outpatient medical facility that treats patients with drug and alcohol addictions using a modern-day approach combining medical pharmaceutical therapy with counseling, was recently interviewed by Rodney Gross, Ph.D., RSVP Health Radio host, about the phenomenon of bath salt drugs and how to spot their use and…
Critical Illness Insurance Group Comments On Decline In Lung Cancer Rates
New lung cancer cases declined among men in 35 states and among women in six states.
According to new research the decline represents the time period between 1999 and 2008. Among women, lung cancer incidence decreased nationwide between 2006 and 2008, after increasing steadily for decades.
The decrease in lung cancer cases corresponds closely with smoking patterns across the nation according to the report issued by the Centers for Disease Control and…
Who Can Benefit From Non Surgical Spinal Decompression Therapy
In the past, chronic back pain sufferers had to resort to spine surgery to get effective relief. Those who do not wish to choose this option or who cannot afford the expensive surgical option can now opt for non surgical spinal decompression therapy. Many people are now taking advantage of this treatment option. Who can benefit from non surgical spinal decompression therapy? Read on for more information regarding this.
http://www.hqbk.com/spinal-decompression/brooklyn-non-surgical-spinal-decompression.htm
Who Can…
How Wilderness Therapy Is Unique
Parent Choices for Struggling Teens discussed on the weekly talk radio show the unique effectiveness of wilderness therapy. Katherine Eastlake, clinical director of Catherine Freer Wilderness Therapy program spoke about this on LATalkRadio.
"The effectiveness of wilderness therapy comes largely from fully immersing the children in a unique natural environment," Katherine Eastlake said on Lon Woodbury's Internet Talk Radio Show, "Parent Choices for Struggling Teens” September 12, 2011 on LATalkRadio,…
Care United’s Urgent Care of Laramie Goes Mobile with iTriage
Laramie residents have convenient, on-the-go access to medical information at their fingertips with the iTriage smartphone app
Laramie, WY – (September 15, 2011) – With U.S. smartphone ownership now topping 35% according to a recent Pew Internet study, more consumers than ever before are using their mobile devices to access information online. Urgent Care of Laramie, Care United Medical Center’s newest urgent care clinic announced today that they have…
Utopia Home Care Offers Free Caregiver Training at Its Kings Park and Westbury O …
Utopia Home Care offers family caregiver classes on a monthly basis throughout its Nassau and Suffolk locations. A trusted name in the home care industry, Utopia provides these classes free of charge as a community service to help support families who may be taking on caregiver responsibilities themselves.
The focus of the instruction will be based off each participant’s individual needs, covering fundamental topics and techniques related to…
Actovegin and other NYCOMED products called the medicines of the year at PANACEA …
On September 8, 2011 the solemn awarding ceremony of Ukrainian contest for pharmaceutical professionals PANACEA-2011 took place. The medicinal products Actovegin, Calcium D3 Nycomed, Concor and Cardiomagnyl produced by Nycomed are called the winners in their groups in the nomination “The Medicines of the Year”. Moreover, Nycomed was recognized as the best in the nomination “Foreign fast-growing company”.
“These awards of Panacea are the proof of company recognition – first of…
PARKINSON RESEARCH FOUNDATION (PRF) Develops New Patient Outreach Program
One of the principal missions of the Parkinson Research Foundation (PRF) that distinguishes it from other Parkinson organizations is PRF’s focus on patient education; specifically education that enables Parkinson patients and their caregivers to live fuller and more comfortable lives with Parkinson's disease.
The Foundation’s educational events, including educational cruises, gather leading Parkinson experts, therapists and nutritionists from across the country to offer life-changing tools and knowledge for individuals affected…
Webinar presenting Preventing Costly Out-of-Specification Investigations
METTLER TOLEDO today announced an upcoming webinar with special guest presenter Dr. Charles Ray, former Associate Director of Analytical R&D at Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. This webinar will show how improving the efficiency and reliability of the sample preparation process with automation can address up to 50% of the causes of Out-of-Specifcation (OOS) results. The Webinar will be hosted on September 20, 2011 at 11:00 EST (15:00 GMT) by Pharmaceutical Technology.…
Las Vegas Pediatric Orthodontics Provider Says Medical History Matters at the Or …
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - Filling out new patient paperwork can be time-consuming, but Dr. David Alpan wants people to know how the important the information they provide really is.
The details on the medical history pages help the orthodontist determine the best treatment plan and how to keep the patient healthy throughout the process. That is why providing the complete-and current- medical history is crucial, according to the Las Vegas pediatric…
New Yoga Program Blends Health, Fitness and the Outdoors
BOULDER, CO – September 13, 2011. A sun salutation is much more real and alive when done outdoors under the early morning glow of the Flatirons. From their lofty perch atop Scott Carpenter Park, the boot camp folks at Fitness For Living provides such an opportunity at their new PowerFit Yoga Camps. After a year of planning, they have brought this innovative open-air yoga program to Boulder.…
The JogStyle by Omron motivates to move more in everyday life
"Just walk a few steps by foot" or "Take the stairs instead of the elevator." Everyone knows the little man in the ear, the repeated calls to do more exercise in everyday life. An ordinary office worker sits an average of eight hours per day at the desk and goes only around 3.000 steps. For many people it is hard to overcome their inner temptation to exercise regularly and prefer…
Nature Coming To The Rescue Of The Weight Loss Industry
For a long while now, the word ‘diet pill’ has been a dirty word. Associated with nausea, palpitations, addictions and a whole other bunch of nasty side effects, the word ‘diet pill’ has been a word people have turned their noses up at, despite obesity in the Western World increasing day be day.
However, in the last few years, a new breed of weight loss products have come onto the market.…
PUBLIC INVITED TO “SAFE RETURN” EVENT AT MIRADOR
WHAT:
Mirador, a life care senior living community in Corpus Christi, is welcoming the public to a special event where families can come and obtain information about how to register their loved one for a Safe Return bracelet or necklace.
Complimentary snacks and beverages will be provided.
WHEN:
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Speaker presentations, “How to Maintain Your Brain” by Felipa Wilmont
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Neurological perspective on “Maintaining Your…
Celebrities can’t get enough Hangover Gone for the Emmy’s
Wilmington, NC (Sep. 14, 2011) – A big hit at the Daytime Entertainment Emmy® Awards last May, Hangover Gone Deterrent & Detox shot will be front & center in this year's Primetime Emmy's ® Gifting Lounge in the Penthouse of Luxe Hotel on Rodeo Drive.
WOW! Creations, coordinator of this year’s Primetime Emmy® Gifting Lounge, hand selects innovative and emerging brands for the honor. 150 attendees of the awards show…
Dental & Medical Practice Web Design
New York/New York, United States (Free-Press-Release.com) September 14, 2011 -- Located in New York, DoctorsInternet.com is a website design and marketing company that offers professional web design and marketing services exclusively to doctors, dentists and other health professionals.
A web presence for doctors and dentists is becoming more important every day as more patients search the Internet for local health professionals instead of using the Yellow Pages. …
Aeromedevac, Inc. Services 1st Tecate SCORE San Felipe Challenge of Champions De …
San Diego, CA, September 6, 2011- Aeromedevac, Inc. announced its plan to be the primary air ambulance provider at SCORE International’s upcoming race, September 9th – 11th, in San Felipe, Baja, California, Mexico. The Challenge of the Champions Desert Race is new to the Mexi-Cali area, joining several other dirt races serviced by Aeromedevac teams.
“This is the first year these particular races are being held in San Felipe, or…
Doctors Launch Bleachbath.com
This month a group of prominent doctors launched the site BleachBath.com to act as a valuable resource for both doctors and patients. The goal of the website is to establish a centralized location for all the latest research and information regarding the use of bleach baths to treat eczema, Atopic Dermatitis, psoriasis, Staphylococcus aureus (staph), Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MSRA), and other skin infections.
One of the site…
MEDIA ADVISORY for 9/16/11 Long Island Thermography Celebrates Grand Opening
Who: John S. Milone, President, Long Island Thermography
Long Island Thermography staff members
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Transcendental meditation for health and happiness
This form of meditation distinguishes itself by its encompassing, ideological philosophy. Transcendental meditation is a protected trademark. The technique may be taught only by authorized TM teachers and is charged. The founder of the related movement “Global Nation of World Peace” is Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. Transcendental meditation focuses not only on the bliss of the individual but strives to reach at a global state of salvation. Maharishis claim that transcendental…
Gold nuggets for biotechnology
Particular introduces laser-generated nanoparticle conjugates
While the gold price keeps setting new records, nanoparticles from pure gold are also gaining importance in biotechnology. Particular GmbH from Germany now uses a laser method to produce them with high purity and conjugate them with high efficiency – in amounts on the milliliter scale.
Gold nanoparticles can be conjugated with biological molecules and have special optical properties that allow to detect and characterize…
Mayor Proclaims Oakville Backpack Safety Month
With the children getting back to school Oakville Chiropractic Centre Dr Brian Huggins and Dr Tiffany Huggins along with Mayor Rob Burton are declaring September Oakville Backpack Safety Month. This coincides with several other organizations throughout North America as well as the Ontario Chiropractic Association.
“Many parents do not realize the negative ramifications of a young spine carrying an improper load.” stated Dr. Huggins.
According to the U.S. Consumer Product and Safety…
Wear The Pink Socks Croyez takes a Pink ‘step’ in support of Breast Cancer Aware …
[Singapore, September 2011] In support of Breast Cancer Awareness 2011 in Singapore by Breast Cancer Foundation (“BCF”), Croyez Studio, the first and largest fitness studio in Asia that offers group Power Plate® workouts, pledges to donate $5 for BCF’s yearly Pink Ribbon project for each customer who wears pink socks.
Recent research has shown that exercise reduces the risk of breast cancer. According to Journal of Breast Cancer Research, November 2008,…
So Simple A Caveman Can Do It:
Sept. 13, 2011, Dover, DE To borrow a phrase from the GEICO commercials, pushups are “so simple a caveman can do it.”
That’s why Chris Gray of Punch Kettlebell Gym, Delaware’s leading fitness expert is such a huge fan of pushups. “Anyone can do pushups, and they can be done almost anywhere,” says Gray. “Plus, one of the great things about pushups is how they strengthen the core and build…
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