Press Releases by Category Health & Medicine
ESC comments on study into use of walking speed as predictor of cardiac surgery …
Sophia Antipolis, France, 1 November 2010: In a paper published today in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC), research is presented that suggests that gait speed in elderly patients – how fast or slowly they walk – can indicate frailty.
The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) welcomes the new insight provided by a study into measuring frailty in elderly patients prior to cardiac surgery. In a paper…
Scope supports IEEE in enhancing author data for future author database
Chennai, India: Scope eKnowledge Center (Scope), a leading content enhancement and knowledge services provider, is pleased to announce that it will support a significant new initiative of the IEEE, the world’s largest technical professional association, to build a unique author name database.
IEEE plans to create a database of author data extracted from more than 2.5 million journal articles and conference proceedings contained in the IEEE Xplore Digital Library. In order…
London Serenity Expand Their Operations Toward Heathrow
London, United Kingdom (15 October 2010) - London Serenity, a leading provider of mobile massage and mobile beauty, announce that they are now able to extend their therapies and services, including manicures and facials in London, to the Heathrow area.
London Serenity are embarking on a period of expansion as they look to offer their treatments across more areas of the capital. They have already announced their movement into city-centre territories…
Ralston Health Group Is An Expert In ‘Point Of Care’ Dispensing
‘Point of Care’ doctor dispensing is all set to grow exponentially in the next few years according to the Ralston Health Group. The company has come to this conclusion based on a recent report that was carried out by the Opinion Research Corporation in 2007. According to the report, as many as 3 out of every 4 people in the US now prefer to have their prescriptions filled at the…
Systech Illinois, To Feature Latest Acquisition, the Lyssy Permeation Product Li …
Systech Illinois, leading manufacturers of gas analysis instruments, will highlight latest acquisition 'Lyssy' Product Line at Pack Expo, the food and packaging industry’s largest trade show 31 October 2010.
Systech Illinois, global suppliers of gas analysis instruments for the food and packaging industry, will be exhibiting this week at the 2010 Pack Expo, one of the food and packaging industry’s largest trade shows. The Systech Illinois range of oxygen permeation analyzers…
Specialty Injectable Drugs to Top $90 Billion by 2014, According to Greystone Re …
(Amherst, NH) – Driven by greater patient acceptance and evolving formulation and administration options, the global value of specialty injectable drugs in key market segments will grow to more than $90 billion over the next four years, according to the latest estimates from Greystone Research Associates. This forecast is based on an analysis of the eight largest specialty injectable therapeutic segments that also examined the relationship between product dosage forms…
Gateway Analytical to Debut Analytical Services at the Pharmaceutical Sciences W …
PITTSBURGH, Nov. 1, 2010 — Gateway Analytical, a new quality-focused analytical testing and consulting services company, will be exhibiting its pharmaceutical testing services at booth number 2801 at the FIP Pharmaceutical Sciences 2010 World Congress in Association with the AAPS Annual Meeting and Exposition, Nov. 14-18, Morial Convention Center, New Orleans.
A subsidiary of ChemImage Corporation, Gateway Analytical opened its doors for business last month at 4156 Kenneth Drive, Gibsonia,…
Synergy HomeCare of DFW to Benefit Family Caregivers
FLOWER MOUND, TEXAS – 11/01/2010 - In Synergy HomeCare’s largest community outreach project to date “Arms Around Family Caregivers” seeks to honor family caregivers throughout the nation.
Family caregivers are held in high regard at Synergy HomeCare. Not only does this national franchisor provide a growing online resource database for family caregivers, but it maintains a policy to work around the schedule of a family caregiver to provide true…
The Gift Of Cosmetic Dermatological And Disinfection Equipments
Equipmed has become one of the world leaders in the field of cosmetic, dermatological, and disinfection equipment distributors. The skin is the largest organ of the body and speaks a million words about the general physical health of a person. We all aim to keep our skin looking healthy and radiant. Any blemish on the skin, even a minor one, is immediately noticed. In such a situation we take extra…
Global biopharmaceutical market to surpass US$ 167 Billion by 2015
"The Global Biopharmaceutical Industry has come a long way since its first drug- Humulin was approved in 1982. Today more than three hundred biopharmaceuticals have already been approved and many more are in late stage clinical development. These drugs have not only advanced the prevention and treatment of a number of life threatening diseases, but have also provided the thrust for the continued success of the pharmaceutical industry.
Under mounting…
Biosimilar Entry to Inhibit Growth in the US and European Biopharmaceutical Mark …
"According to Imarc’s latest research report, “Global Biopharmaceutical Market Report (2010-2015)”, the combined sales of biopharmaceuticals in the United States and top five European Markets (Germany, France, Italy, Spain and United Kingdom) reached nearly US$ 68 Billion in 2009, growing at a CAGR of more than 11% during the last five years. One of the key reasons for the strong historical growth rates was the fact that these drugs…
Sexual Health Clinic Boosts Number Of STD Testing Locations To Nearly 4,000
America’s leading and most trusted online STD testing clinic www.getSTDtested.com has significantly increased their number of STD Testing centers across the country. Today, HIV testing can be carried out at 3,792 locations nationwide. This is a significant figure because it is almost double compared to the company’s closest competitors. According to the company sources, www.getSTDtested.com is aiming to open more such centers soon and increase the number to almost 4,000.…
New Foot Massager At TheRelax
A human body is actually consisted from a lot of various nerve conclusions. Our head or our brain might have the information's or the sensory idea on exactly how to use these various nerve endings so that the body can move while it is being dictated to or commanded by the brain; but do you know that they are also perfectly connected and lined up in the soles, mid-section and…
Hangover Gone - This shot can stop hangovers before they start
A new liquid shot product called Hangover Gone promises to prevent or reduce the debilitating hangover effects of a night on the town.
Have you ever woke up after a night of imbibing alcoholic beverages feeling awful and swearing to never drink again? If you answered yes, are not alone. In fact, 75 % of alcohol consumers have experienced a hangover at least once, 15% have one at least every month…
Monster Supplements Announce New Stock of Whey Protein Supplements
Hull, United Kingdom (15 October, 2010) – Monster Supplements, a leading online bodybuilding, sports, cheap protein supplements and creatine retailer, are now featuring an extensive range of whey protein products on their website from industry-leading supplement brands.
The collection includes whey protein muscle supplements from brands such as Optimum Nutrition, PhD Nutrition and Reflex Nutrition, who are all e-partners of the Monster Supplements website and manufacture supplements which can aid muscle…
Sean Armstead's Kettlebell Training Helps Strengthen Shoulders
Sean Armstead's brainchild the Kettlebell basic training DVD has become very popular among the masses. Most of the buyers of this DVD have reported an increase in the muscle mass of their shoulders.
Strong shoulders are one of the best assets of a great physique. Many people go through extremely strenuous workout sessions just to find that they are doing some part of the exercises inaccurately. With the help of…
Topix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. unveils its premium eye cream, the Replenix® Eye Rep …
NORTH AMITYVILLE, NY – October 29, 2010 Topix Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (TOPIX) introduces the Replenix® Eye Repair Cream, the most scientifically advanced formula which addresses visible signs of aging along the contours of the eyes: fine lines and wrinkles, puffiness, dark circles, discoloration, loss of firmness and elasticity and loss of hydration.
Replenix® Eye Repair Cream separates itself from other leading eye creams in…
Mommy Not Always Dearest During Treatment For Eating Disorders
CHICAGO (July 22, 2010) – One underlying cause that surprises many women during treatment for an eating disorder is the relationship an adolescent girl has with her mother, according to Catherine Weigel Foy, a family therapist at Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center, a leading eating disorder center.
Young girls suffering with eating disorders often think the physical aspects of their disease call for the most healing, but in most all instances,…
Lindsay Lohan Faces Risk of Relapse Without Ongoing Addiction Treatment
CHICAGO (August 27, 2010) – While Lindsay Lohan’s doctors say a personality disorder misdiagnosed as an addiction is the root of her problems, a medical expert from Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center suggests further ongoing addiction treatment will still be needed to save her life.
Kimberly Dennis, M.D., medical director for Timberline Knolls and a psychiatrist who specializes in treatment for addiction and mood disorders, believes Lohan has exhibited the symptoms…
Successful Addiction Treatment is a Family Affair
CHICAGO (July 15, 2010) – Active family engagement and commitment is one of the most underappreciated aspects of recovery from substance abuse and chemical dependency, according to clinical staff at Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center, a leading eating disorder and addiction treatment center. From supporting their loved one in staying committed to treatment, to addressing rifts among other family members and building an atmosphere of healing that continues once their…
Back to School: While a Fresh Start, College Also Can Trigger Harmful Lifestyle …
CHICAGO (August 5, 2010) – College is supposed to be an exciting time in a young woman’s life; a chance for a fresh start, the opportunity to make decisions that will impact the rest of her life. But according to Jena Morrow, author of Hollow: An Unpolished Tale, college life also can bring negative and harmful lifestyle choices into the forefront.
“I found college to be the most opportune time…
Going Back to School Met with Mixed Emotions
CHICAGO (August 25, 2010) – Millions of students at all grade levels, from elementary to high school to college, will head back to school – and many times this is met with mixed emotions. Not because the “summer fun” has ended, but because school adds new pressures into the mix, with many kids focusing on trying to be popular, and some just to even fit in.
Many times these pressures can…
Benefit Luncheon to Raise Money for Treatment for Those Who Struggle With Eating …
SAN FRANCISCO (October 21, 2010) – Timberline Knolls and La Ventana San Francisco will co-host a luncheon November 12, 2010, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel, benefitting Eating Disorder Recovery Support (EDRS), a non-profit group dedicated to providing education to the public and professionals and providing scholarships from the EDRS Treatment Fund for California residents in need of eating disorder treatment. EDRS President Haleh…
Dr. Kimberly Dennis Presents the Role of Trauma at Annual National Eating Disord …
CHICAGO (October 21, 2010) – The 2010 NEDA Conference, held in Brooklyn, NY earlier this month, used the theme of “Building Bridges to Recovery” to create dialogue among its attendees. To match this theme, Dr. Kimberly Dennis presented research on trauma’s role in later psychological damage, in particular its evolution into PTSD. Dr. Dennis, the medical director at Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center, one of the leading residential treatment centers…
Over a Decade of Research Yields Major Benefits for 87% of Tinnitus Sufferers
Combination of holistic treatments employed as a tinnitus remedy found to diminish ear ringing and related tinnitus symptoms
Over 87% of tinnitus sufferers saw their symptoms vanish over a two-month period after following a natural treatment protocol. Without the use of drugs, surgery, or typical tinnitus treatment methods, both men and women of all ages experienced relief from symptoms including, but not limited to, buzzing, hissing, beeping or ringing in the…
Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center Celebrates Alcohol & Drug Addicti …
CHICAGO (Sept. 21, 2010) – Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center, a leader in addiction treatment and recovery, has announced a series of events throughout campus to celebrate National Recovery Month. The events range from a signing of a Declaration of Independence from alcohol and drug abuse to a Candle Light Vigil to remember those who have lost the battle with alcoholism or drug addiction or who may still be suffering.…
800 “EXCOR® Pediatric” implants worldwide: The life-saving ventricular assist de …
Berlin, Germany. 29 October 2010. This month, the 800th Berlin Heart EXCOR® Pediatric ventricular assist device was implanted in a child suffering from severe heart failure. For the pediatric population with severe heart failure, whose hearts do not provide them with the necessary pump function; mechanical circulatory support with the Berlin Heart device can provide life-saving therapy while these little patients desperately await heart transplantation.
The device is unique worldwide,…
Dietician, Indian Dietician, Weight Loss Dietician, Dietician Diet Plan
Whenever we think of a Dietician, our mind draws a picture, whose features are very restrictive like don’t go outside for dining, don’t eat junk food, don’t eat this much, take fruits and liquid foods only, don’t eat spicy food; in short there is too many don’t. But this is not true in all the cases. Life Century Dietician always design the food chart or diet plan according to your…
MaxMD’s Secure mdEmail® Service Becomes Communication Standard for AZZLY™ Integr …
FORT LEE, N.J., and VERO BEACH, Fla., Oct. 25, 2010 – MaxMD and AZZLY™ announced that mdEmail® will be integrated into the AZZLY full-featured electronic health record, practice management and patient health record software. mdEmail is a secure, HIPAA-compliant email service from MaxMD.
The companies, which both provide software as a service (SaaS) utilizing cloud computing platforms, said that the mdEmail integration would be completed in time for AZZLY’s national…
A Level Student Gives movemanSKG Thumbs Up!
Wheelchair user David Brockett, aged 16, is thanking movemanSKG for installing a Prima Plus platform lift at his school in Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire. The unit provides access to a stage in the main hall, allowing David to contribute to media group assembly presentations.
“movemanSKG’s platform lift is smooth and comfortable to ride in”, he commented. “The simple controls are positioned well within my reach and I do not have to…
Wellicious Feature at Health, Wellness and Fitness Show 2010
London, United Kingdom (October XX, 2010) – Wellicious, a leading provider of sophisticated yoga clothing and loungewear, will be featuring at Sweden’s annual Health, Wellness and Fitness Show this year.
Held from the 12th until the 14th of November 2010 in Stockholm, the Health, Wellness and Fitness Show is Scandinavia’s largest health event comprising of exhibitions from organisations offering wellness and health books, magazines, treatments, natural cosmetics, skincare products, exercise equipment…
Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Centers in New York City
Physical therapy rehabilitation centers in New York City provide a comprehensive range of therapeutic treatment for ailments relating to the musculoskeletal system.
Some of the renowned hospitals, healthcare centers and clinics employ only licensed practitioners with high levels of experience. Their ‘hands-on’ techniques are proven to provide relief to patients who complain about pain in various parts of their body.
Conditioning Exercises and Pain Relieving Modalities
Physiotherapists here help patients with…
Win Free Lasik in Kelly Eye Center's Ugly Glasses Contest
Does your look need an update? Put your outdated eyeglasses to good use in Kelly Eye Center’s Ugly Glasses contest. Kelly Eye, a Raleigh eye care center, is giving their Facebook fans a chance to win free Lasik surgery, Maui Jim sunglasses or a year’s supply of contacts.
To enter the contest, participants must upload a photo of themselves wearing their ugly or outdated glasses to the Kelly Eye Center Facebook…
NAFC Educates Migrant Farm Workers With Help of Healthcare Providers
The National Association For Continence (NAFC) along with Natividad Medical Foundation and Clinica de Salud del Valle de Salinas (CSVS) jointly brought a public health education and awareness message recently to Monterey County, CA expanding outreach to Hispanic communities to include migrant farm workers in the area. An educational health forum, conducted solely in Spanish, was held on October 11 in Salinas, CA. This event was held in concurrence with…
BluQuill Publishing Partners With Smashwords
Phoenix, AZ -- Phoenix author Antoine Maurice Devine has published "The Cure," a medical thriller based upon the true story about a joint clinical trial investigation by the National Cancer Institute and the Office of Research Integrity that led to the largest penalties and fines ever levied by the National Institute of Health.
Already downloadable with Kindle and Apple eReaders, access to the Smashwords distribution network makes "The Cure" (http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/23125) available…
Parkinson`s Disease:New Hope Educational Conference
PARKINSON’S DISEASE: NEW HOPE EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE
Become knowledgeable about the advancements in surgery
The Parkinson Research Foundation is proud to announce that Dr. James Schumacher will be speaking about advances in surgery at our fourth annual New Hope for Parkinson’s conference on November 1st in Boca Raton. Dr. Schumacher is an internationally known expert in the field of neurosurgical treatment of Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders. He has an extensive background and…
“HealthWise” To Provide Content on Cataract Solutions
“HealthWise” will take a look at cataract solutions in this season’s program.
As humans, we sometimes overlook the simple things in life – like watching the sun rise or reading a good book. And we often forget to appreciate our gift of sight which allows us to enjoy these simple pleasures. However, what would happen if your eyesight was suddenly jeopardized? Instead of sharp eyesight, what if blurriness began to take…
“HealthWise” is Producing a Program to Assist Families on Down Syndrome
“HealthWise” Draws Attention to those Serving Individuals with Down Syndrome and their Families.
A genetic chromosomal disorder that causes delays in physical and intellectual development, Down Syndrome affects one in every eight hundred babies. Down Syndrome is caused by an error in cell division occurring at conception and is not related to anything the mother did during pregnancy. Though Down Syndrome cannot be prevented, the health problems that go along…
Aiming to Develop Novel Cervical Cancer Screening Test
SAN DIEGO, CA – TrovaGene, Inc., is preparing to launch clinical studies aimed at developing the first non-invasive, urine-based screening test for the human papilloma virus (HPV) that causes cervical cancer, a top officer of the molecular diagnostics products company announced today.
“We expect the studies to commence in the first quarter of next year,” said Kerry Segal, TrovaGene’s Chief Business Officer.
"The studies will…
Panvisionary Group LLC Is Out To Change The Face Of Jewelry Sale In The World
Our company, one of high repute and untainted integrity (Panvisionary Group LLC) is offering jewelry of the highest grade and quality to would-be buyers at prices that are not only affordable but simply unbeatable. For years, the acquisition of jewelry has been considered the exclusive rights of oligarchs, musicians and those on Forbes List. Panvisionary Group LLC is out to change all by bringing to buyers of all classes the…
New xray inspection systems from Mettler Toledo Safeline boost throughput and en …
Mettler Toledo Safeline has released two new x-ray inspection solutions - the InspireX R50S 400 AFD and InspireX R50SB 200, to address the need for improved detection at higher production speeds on can manufacturing lines. The latest x-ray systems are able to inspect cans spaced rim-to-rim, allowing contaminant detection to take place at a rate of up to 1500 cans per minute (cpm). The new x-ray technologies feature reduced focal…
Criticalillness.Co.Uk Specializes In Custom-Made Critical Illness Insurance
Critical illness insurance covers those diseases that are financially detrimental for people. These diseases can be cancer, heart attacks, kidney failure, multiple sclerosis, strokes and many more. A critical insurance cover allows you peace of mind when you face a tough time dealing with a dreadful disease. There are numerous companies that offer medical illness insurance but it is important to have the right kind of insurance so that you…
“Terrible Twos” Misnomer, According to Research
“Terrible Twos” Misnomer, According to Research
Extended Edition of International Bestseller Released, Helps Parents Weather Emotional Storms
Research shows that the so-called “terrible twos” don’t need to exist when it comes to child development. In fact, the behavior often associated with this stage – tantrums, moodiness, nagging and an affinity for the word “no” – begins shortly after the first birthday. For parents, it is important to jump into action at…
Therapeutic Microneedles to Exceed $400 Million in 2013, Says Greystone Research
(Amherst, NH) – Driven by the promise of derivative products that combine microneedles with existing drug delivery platforms, microneedle drug delivery will grow at a rate of 60 percent annually over the next four years, according to the latest estimates from Greystone Research Associates. Much of the growth will come from microneedle products for the delivery of vaccines and will be led by delivery systems that incorporate existing technology. …
TranslationPerfect.com Rolls Out Medical Video Remote Interpreting
October 27, 2010. Kansas City, MO -- TranslationPerfect.com has rolled out its Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) services in Somali, Spanish, Russian, Laotian, and American Sign Language to healthcare clients in Kansas and Missouri. VRI is the latest addition to TranslationPerfect.com’s innovative line-up of medical interpreting services, including its exclusive online interpreter scheduling and management application, with accessible electronic medical records (EMR). TranslationPerfect.com’s healthcare provider clients can now access…
Wireless Hospital Monitors to Exceed $600 Million in 2013, According to Greyston …
(Amherst, NH) – Wirelessly enabled in-hospital patient monitors are expected to grow at an annual rate of 13 percent over the next four years according to the latest estimates from Greystone Research Associates. The majority of growth over the period will come from the addition of wireless units at hospitals that currently own wireless monitors.
“The benefits of wireless bedside and in-patient ambulatory monitors will prompt many current facilities to include…
OR World in 3D - TRUMPF at MEDICA 2010
Ditzingen, Germany; October 27, 2010 – The goal of TRUMPF Medical Systems is to improve processes in clinics and to make working conditions there more ergonomic. The company prefers to show rather than promise what it can do – as evidenced by numerous innovative solutions with the motto reliability, innovation, efficiency at the MEDICA 2010 trade show. TRUMPF Medical Systems seeks to draw visitors with its unique exhibit highlight of…
Biomarkers
SMi Group is proud to announce their 4th annual Biomarkers Summit...
Biomarkers Summit
Biomarker Discovery, Validation and Qualification
31st January to 1st February 2011, Crowne Plaza - The City, London, United Kingdom.
Sponsored by RBM
Overview
It is now clear that the use of biomarkers is an integral part in the future of medicine. With rising development costs and a declining rate of new drug discovery, pharmaceutical companies are now incorporating biomarker strategies into…
Obesity Fallout - 50 Million Americans With Arthritis
October, 2010 Dover, DE October 2010- Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report associates rising rates of arthritis with rising levels of inactivity. According to Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center being overweight increases the stress on the joints and speeds the breakdown of cartilage.
Local fitness expert Chris Gray explains that being just 10 pounds overweight adds about 30 to 60 pounds of extra force on your knees with every step you take.…
Austin Radiological Association and Grundig Business Systems complete integratio …
More than 70 dictation microphones implemented
Naperville, IL – October 27, 2010 – Grundig Business Systems (GBS), one of the world’s leading providers of professional dictation systems, has implemented more than 70 new dictation microphones at the Austin Radiological Association (ARA). ARA has been a leader in imaging services in Austin and Central Texas, providing CT (CAT Scans), MRI, Digital Mammography (mammograms), X-ray, Ultrasound (Sonography), PET/CT, SPECT/CT, Nuclear Imaging and…
