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Neurosoft Bioelectronics Receives Nearly $3 Million in Funding
GENEVA, Switzerland, and NEW YORK, N.Y., April 5, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Neurosoft Bioelectronics, an early-stage company developing tools for unmet needs in epilepsy and tinnitus, was awarded nearly $3 million USD, from the SERI-Funded European Innovation Council Accelerator Grant and a share of the $165,000 USD through the European Research Council Proof-of-Concept Grant.
NPA Names Davis, Jurado as 2022 Winners of Distinguished Awards
CHICAGO, Ill., April 1, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- During its historic twentieth annual conference, the National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) today announced that Geoff Davis, Ph.D., and Kellie Ann Jurado, Ph.D., are the 2022 winners of the organization's two most prestigious awards in the postdoctoral scholar community.
BioAustinCTX Announces Board of Director Leadership Changes
AUSTIN, Texas, April 1, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Life Science industry organization, BioAustinCTX, announced today changes to its Board of Directors with the departure of Elisa Maldonado-Holmertz and the appointment of Tami Annable. Over the past several years, Austin and the Central Texas region have developed into one of the fastest-growing life science hubs in the U.S.
Key Entrepreneurs to Present at 2022 Bioelectronic Medicine Forum
NEW YORK, N.Y., March 28, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Neurotech Reports, the publisher of the Neurotech Business Report and BioElectRx Business Report newsletters, announced that founders and CEOs of several promising bioelectronic medicine startups will present at the Fifth Annual Bioelectric Medicine Forum on April 5, 2022. The event will take place in New York City, although participation via Zoom videoconference will be accommodated.
New Tampa Bay Podiatrist Offers Early Morning and Evening Availability
WESTCHASE, Fla., March 18, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Early birds and night owls rejoice: a new Tampa Bay podiatrist is setting the bar on convenience with extended clinic hours. Sagar Shah, DPM, recently helped launch the opening of a new location for Modern Foot & Ankle at 10954 Sheldon Rd. in Westchase. This marked the Central Florida group's seventh clinic opening in five years.
NYC Dermatologist Opens Wilton Practice and Partners with Sacred Heart University
WILTON, Conn., March 10, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- DermMedical, a new dermatology practice located in Wilton, Connecticut, is focused on setting itself apart from other dermatology practices in the region. Dr. Annette Czernik is quite simply a dermatologist with a mission who's partnering with the community and providing the best patient-centered care around.
Kalyagen Announces Supporting Partnership of Two South Florida PGA Events and PGA Associate Jerrel Gill
AUSTIN, Texas, March 10, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kalyagen® is pleased to announce that it is a supporting partner of two upcoming South Florida PGA Section events and golf professional Jerrel Gill. The two events are the South Florida PGA Foundation PGA HOPE Classic on May 12, 2022 and the South Florida Open on June 21-23, 2022.
New Centers for Children with Autism Open in Omaha and Lincoln, with Additional Centers Planned for 2022
OMAHA, Neb., March 10, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stride Autism Centers ("Stride"), a provider of evidence-based therapy for preschool-age children with autism, is thrilled to announce two new convenient locations in Nebraska. Enrollment for children ages 2-6 has begun for the Lincoln clinic, located at 4545 S 86th St, Suite 101, and for the Omaha clinic, located at 310 Regency Pkwy #115.
Great Speech Inc. Strengthens Its Presence Nationwide with Medicare Enrollment
HOLLYWOOD, Fla., March 10, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Great Speech Inc., a national virtual speech therapy company committed to improving health equity for America's underserved seniors, today announced its affiliated clinical group Great Therapy Group LLC, has significantly increased the breadth and depth of its provider network nationwide by receiving its own Medicare number.
Ask An Optometrist to Improve Your Eye-Q
DENVER, Colo., March 8, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Colorado Optometric Association (COA) and 2020 Eyes Colorado are answering commonly asked patient questions to educate the public on eye health. 2020 Eyes Colorado is the COA's public awareness initiative to promote healthy eyes and vision across the state throughout the year.
Kalyagen Announces Attendance at 2022 SXSW Wellness Expo
AUSTIN, Texas, March 4, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kalyagen is pleased to announce that it will be attending and hosting a booth (#215) at the upcoming South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Wellness Expo. The Wellness Expo is open to all SXSW Badges and is free and open to the public from March 12-13, 2022 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Palmer Events Center in Exhibit Halls 1 & 2.
GPF Foundation Fellows Providing Critical Perspectives on Peer-to-Peer Outreach While Gaining Real-Time Experience in Harm Reduction Practices
LAKE FOREST, Ill., March 2, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- From educational program development to writing a peer-review article on the diagnosis and treatment of patients in medical emergencies due to the use of adulterated street drugs, GPF Foundation Fellows apply their academic knowledge and compassion to develop and deliver educational presentations for the GPF Foundation (GPFF).
26 State Proclamations Kick Off Awareness Month for Unexplained Childhood Deaths
ROSELAND, N.J., March 1, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) Foundation thanks Arkansas, Alabama, Arizona, Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Washington, and Wisconsin for making statewide proclamations declaring March 2022 SUDC Awareness Month.
Doctor with an Autism Podcast Believes We Are All on The Autism Spectrum and It Is About Living with Autism, Not...
PHOENIX, Ariz., Feb. 23, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Otherness Podcast is a narrative exploring and engaging autism through experienced stories from those who have lived with it. Dr. Todd Peter Levine, a psychiatrist with a brother with autism, presents conversations, concepts and guests covering an array of interactions and experiences from those with or close to autism.
Pure Transplant Solutions, LLC and Vall d’Hebron University Hospital Announce Research Collaboration
AUSTIN, Texas and BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 15, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pure Transplant Solutions, LLC (PTS), a collaboration driven biotechnology company focused on the development of human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-based diagnostics and therapeutics within the field of transplantation, is proud to announce that it has entered into a research collaboration with Vall d'Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus to develop new technologies for B-cell monitoring in transplant rejection.
Coalition For A Safe Environment to Distribute Free Personal Protection Equipment to Non-Profit Orgs and Public in So. Calif.
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Coalition For A Safe Environment (CFASE), a 20-year old non-profit environmental justice organization headquartered in Wilmington, California, and its Community Emergency Preparedness Network will be distributing free Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) to community non-profit organizations, public health service providers, churches and the public.
Steps to Improve Independence When Living with Visual Impairment
DENVER, Colo., Feb. 1, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Colorado Optometric Association (COA) and 2020 Eyes Colorado are speaking out about how to improve independence and quality of life when experiencing permanent vision loss. 2020 Eyes Colorado is the COA's eye health public awareness initiative to promote healthy eyes and vision across the state throughout the year.
Top South Florida In-home Healthcare Company Expands Reach
BOCA RATON, Fla., Feb. 1, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Amerihome Healthcare is excited to announce that due to a recent new hire, it will expand its geographic reach and operations. For more than 10 years, it's been a leader in Palm Beach's home health care industry and will now service Broward County as well to focus on in-home health care staffing.
A New Mental Health App Has Arrived! The Mavin App
MILWAUKEE, Wis., Jan. 31, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, a Wisconsin startup, 3oi LLC announces the launch of the Mavin App, a mental health app to help the world conquer mental health in addition to supporting and educating the masses. Furthermore, the 3oi team is also proud to publicize that we are onboarding participants to the Conscious Venture Lab Cohort 8 Accelerator program.
Dr. Jerrold B. Leikin Wins Harm Reduction Award Presented by the GPF Foundation
LAKE FOREST, Ill., Jan. 24, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- For his work in medical toxicology, public health and medical education, Dr. Jerrold B. Leikin is the most recent winner of the Harm Reduction Award presented by the GPF Foundation (GPFF), a not-for-profit based in Lake Forest, Illinois that is dedicated to saving lives through awareness about the dangers and risks of recreational drugs.
2022 Mentor of the Year Finalists Announced: Four academic leaders nominated for strong commitment to mentorship
ROCKVILLE, Md., Jan. 20, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The National Postdoctoral Association (NPA), in partnership with Gallagher, today announced during National Mentoring Month the finalists for the 2022 NPA Gallagher Mentor Award. The award recognizes a faculty member or advisor who engages in exceptional mentoring of postdoctoral scholars.
Neuro Diverse Living Announces the Launch of Their New Brand Name, Front Porch Cohousing: A Neuro-Inclusive Community by NDL
BUCKS COUNTY / LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., Jan. 18, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Front Porch Cohousing is excited to announce the launch of their new brand and the inspiration behind that change. As a cohousing community of private homes clustered around shared space, Front Porch Cohousing will intentionally design spaces to create opportunities for those with and without neuro or cognitive disabilities to build meaningful and lasting relationships.
Florida Podiatric Group Brings High-Tech, High-Quality Healthcare to Largo
LARGO, Fla., Jan. 18, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Modern Foot & Ankle opens its sixth clinic - and first in Pinellas County - on Friday. The Central Florida podiatric group has selected Kyle Haverstrom, DPM, as the provider for the new Largo, Florida, location.
Optometrists Speak Out About Colorado’s Dangerous Driving
DENVER, Colo., Jan. 6, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Colorado Optometric Association's doctors of optometry are speaking out this month about dangerous driving in the state. Colorado optometrists are seeing a problem rising on the roads that impact more than just eye health. Fatal car accidents across Colorado have increased over the course of the pandemic even though less miles were driven.
MediSked Named Top 10 Population Health Management Solution by Healthcare Tech Outlook
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 4, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MediSked, LLC was named as one of the Top 10 Population Health Management Solution Companies of 2021 by Healthcare Tech Outlook, a print and digital platform offering healthcare decision makers critical information on adopting, innovating and building new programs and approaches to enhance their capability to provide care.
North Carolina Business Group on Health Launches Culture of Wellness Awards to Recognize Employer Wellness Programs
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 3, 2022 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Starting today, North Carolina employers can apply for first-ever Culture of Wellness Awards, presented by the North Carolina Business Group on Health (NCBGH). The awards recognize the best employer wellbeing programs across the state and are open to employers of all sizes.
SV Diagnostic Labs Launching Test Sites in Ohio and Kentucky to Access Safer COVID-19 Testing, Quicker Results
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Dec. 29, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Long lines are being reported in some cities around the country for those trying to access a COVID-19 PCR test - considered the most accurate COVID-19 test available. However, Ohio's privately owned SV Diagnostic Labs is ready and able to meet the demand in multiple states. SV Diagnostic Labs provides COVID-19 testing at various locations in Ohio, Kentucky and New Jersey with results usually provided within 24 hours.
Advanced Chiropractic and Medical Centers Seeks Chiropractic Interns in Q1 2022
MIAMI, Fla., Dec. 20, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Amir Mohit-Kermani, DC, owner of Advanced Chiropractic and Medical Centers in Fort Lauderdale and North Miami Beach, Florida today announced a 2022 internship program for emerging chiropractors in the South Florida area.
Winners Announced for Second Annual Colorado Youth Art Contest
DENVER, Colo., Dec. 16, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 2020 Eyes Colorado and the Colorado Optometric Association (COA) announce the winners of the Second Annual Youth Art Contest. Students grades 1-12 were invited to submit 2D artwork while reflecting on the value of their eyesight through the theme, "My Future Vision."
Living Benefits Awareness Month, or LBAM, takes place each January and aims to educate consumers on the importance of owning Living...
ATLANTA, Ga., Dec. 10, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Alliance Group recently announced the 2022 class of Living Benefits Ambassadors team as part of their fifth annual Living Benefits Awareness Month campaign. The Ambassadors will head up local grassroots campaigns to spread education and awareness for Living Benefits Awareness Month in January 2022.
Geminid Systems Reveals its Pharmalite CRM to Boost Remote Engagement of Pharma Field Teams
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Geminid Systems, Inc. today announced the global rollout of a SaaS super-app that aims to improve pharmaceutical operations by helping field teams easily overcome challenges arising from the ongoing COVID pandemic.
Pure Transplant Solutions, LLC and Oxford Immunotec, Ltd. Announce Exclusive Sublicense Agreement to Support Commercialization of Novel B Cell Measurement Assay...
AUSTIN, Texas and OXFORD, U.K., Dec. 7, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pure Transplant Solutions, LLC (PTS), a developer of novel HLA based transplant diagnostics, and Oxford Immunotec, Ltd. (OI), a global diagnostics company part of PerkinElmer Inc., today announce an exclusive sublicense agreement in which PTS will obtain exclusive commercial rights to issued patents protecting a novel assay originally developed by Dr. Oriol Bestard, M.D., Ph.D.
Record Sponsor and Fellow-Young Surgeon Turnout Noted for 2021 11th Annual Spine IEP Course
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Magnifi Group, Inc., a developer of e-learning technology for the medical device industry, reported a record turnout of medical device and biotech companies at its 11th Annual Spine IEP Fellows & Young Surgeons' Course (Spine Interactive Educational Program). The course was held November 19-21, 2021 at The US Grant Hotel in San Diego.
Burn-In: A Doctors Guide to Finding Happiness — Legacy Launch Pad Publishing releases book by Dr. Patrick Tran
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Legacy Launch Pad Publishing is releasing "Burn-In: A Doctors Guide to Finding Happiness, Avoiding Burnout and Catching FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early)" (ISBN 978-19514079-0), the second book by Dr. Patrick Tran.
November Is C. difficile Awareness Month With An Annual Conference, Recognizing Subject Matter Experts, Expressing Gratitude to US Governors
TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 9, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- C Diff Foundation announced today that the 9th Annual International C. diff. Conference and Health EXPO welcomed over 40 international topic-experts dedicated in disciplines of healthcare, pharma, biotech, and academia on November 4-5, 2021. World-renowned presenters delivered data and discussed critical information on a leading Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI), Clostridioides difficile with global healthcare-associated issues: 100% Live-online presentations.
Neurotech Reports Announces Launch of BioElectRx Business Report, Serving Bioelectronic Medicine Industry
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Neurotech Reports, the San Francisco, California publisher of market intelligence for the healthcare industry, announced the launch of a new monthly newsletter covering the bioelectronic medicine industry, one of the newest and fastest growing industry segments. The publication, BioElectRx Business Report, is the first industry newsletter devoted to bioelectronic medicine.
9th Annual C. diff. Conference and Health EXPO Pushes Past COVID-19 and Embraces Virtual Technology to Provide Global Online Learning for...
TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 2, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- C Diff Foundation announced today that the 9th Annual International C. diff. Conference and Health EXPO is honored to welcome over 40 international topic-experts dedicated in disciplines of healthcare, pharma, biotech, and academia. World-renowned presenters will deliver data and discuss critical information on a leading Healthcare-Associated Infection (HAI), Clostridioides difficile with global healthcare-associated issues on Nov. 4 - 5, 2021.
AMI Expeditionary Healthcare appoints new President, (retired) Admiral Scott Giberson
RESTON, Va., Nov. 2, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AMI Expeditionary Healthcare (AMI) appoints new President, (retired) Rear Admiral Scott Giberson, a uniquely experienced public health leader, former Assistant U.S. Surgeon General, acting Deputy Surgeon General (2013-2014) and two-star Admiral with the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service.
6 Certified Nursing Assistants Are Leaving Profession for Every 1 Certified (Q2 2021) – Florida Patient Care at Risk Ahead of...
PINELLAS PARK, Fla., Oct. 26, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Premier Nursing Academy launched the CNA Shortage Index, a quarterly estimate of how well the production of new certified nursing assistants (CNAs) is keeping up with attrition of CNAs out of the career. The latest data indicate that the state of Florida faces an acute shortage that will compromise the quality of patient care if not remedied quickly.
FlexCare Digital Health Honored with Four Awards at the Annual w3 Awards
ATLANTA, Ga., Oct. 25, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With more than 3,000 entries from around the globe, The Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts just announced the winners of its 16th Annual w3 Awards. FlexCare Digital Health, a leading provider of online and on-demand healthcare delivery, brought home a total of four awards and was recognized in the Mobile Apps and Mobile Features' categories.
Stride Autism Centers Brings Its Center-Based ABA Therapy to Nebraska
LINCOLN, Neb., Oct. 19, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stride Autism Centers ("Stride"), a mission-driven provider of evidence-based therapeutic interventions for preschool children with autism, is excited to announce a new location in Lincoln, Nebraska. Located at 4545 S 86th St, Suite 101, Stride is eager to begin supporting families across Southeastern Nebraska and has already opened enrollment for children ages 2-6.
Bass Player Clint ‘Payback’ Sands Rallies Hip Hop Pioneers for Check Your Risk Campaign for Diabetes Awareness Month
NEW YORK, N.Y., Oct. 19, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Chuck D and Flavor Flav of Public Enemy, Coolio, Kid Frost and the Dogg Pound's Kurupt are just a few of the hip hop pioneer veterans who responded when bass player / music producer Clint "Payback" Sands reached out to his friends, inviting them to sound the alarm and participate in the "Check Your Risk" awareness campaign, an initiative of Preventive Lifestyle Assistance Network (PLAN).
Quilted Health partners with Regence on value-based program to improve birth outcomes
TACOMA, Wash., Oct. 18, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pregnancy care provider Quilted Health announced today that they are partnering with Regence to bring value-based payment to a midwifery model of care. The Regence EoC program is managed by Signify Health, a healthcare platform built to create and power value-based episodes of care programs.
Kalyagen™ Announces Registration of STEMREGEN® in Spain, CEO at Madrid Stem Cell Symposium
AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 12, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kalyagen is pleased to announce the successful product registration of STEMREGEN® in Spain. This announcement coincides with Christian Drapeau's, CEO and Chief Scientist of Kalyagen, trip to Madrid, Spain last week to speak at the IV Jornadas Internacionales Otto H. Warburg symposium at the NH Madrid Príncipe de Vergara.
Gala to end Pancreatic Cancer Raises Over $1 Million
ATLANTA, Ga., Oct. 6, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Purple Pansies, a pancreatic cancer nonprofit organization, recently held its 12th annual Pillars of Hope Gala, presented by Kroger, raising more than $1 million in one evening. The gala was officially renamed Pillars of Hope by the nonprofit to show support for survivors and the hope to cure pancreatic cancer.
Drink HRW Hydrogen Tablets Improve Markers of Aging in the Elderly
COQUITIAM, B.C., Oct. 5, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Aging is a reality that we all deal with, with age-related diseases creating a massive burden on our healthcare system. Now, Drink HRW reports that a new randomized, placebo controlled clinical trial that followed elderly participants for 6 months, published online October 1st in Experimental Gerontology, explains that high doses of hydrogen water (HRW), delivered via hydrogen tablets, could be an effective strategy at improving multiple age-related measurements and outcomes in an elderly population.
New Frontier adds Women’s Health Services
KANSAS CITY, Mo., Oct. 1, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New Frontier Mobile Diagnostics now offers diagnostic ultrasounds for Women's Health (OB/GYN), adding to the scope of on-site imaging capabilities available to patients. Access to Women's Health services is a critical factor in the health of women, regardless of child-bearing status.
Atlanta facial plastic surgeon recognized among Exceptional Women in Medicine
ATLANTA, Ga., Oct. 1, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Atlanta facial plastic surgeon Elizabeth Whitaker, M.D., F.A.C.S., of Atlanta Face & Body, has recently been selected as one of Castle Connolly's Exceptional Women in Medicine for 2021. This distinction is based on outstanding accomplishments and dedication to the field of medicine and specifically recognizes women who contribute to the advancement of healthcare through clinical care, research, community service, education, and leadership.
Everest Rehabilitation Hospitals Announce Plans to Build Sixth 36-Bed Physical Rehabilitation Hospital in Florida
VIERA, Fla. and DALLAS, Texas, Oct. 1, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Dallas Texas based Everest Rehabilitation Hospitals announced the construction of a $24M physical rehabilitation hospital in Viera, Florida. Everest's physical rehabilitation hospital in Viera, Florida will create over 100 jobs in the community.
Mopec Introduces Guardian Quick-Deploy Coolers under Guardian Systems Line
MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., Sept. 29, 2021 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mopec, the nationwide leader in pathology, anatomy, mortuary and necropsy equipment and supplies, is proud to announce the latest innovation and addition to its Guardian Systems product line. The Mopec Guardian Quick-Deploy Cooler is adaptable, portable, and is a rapidly deployable system for the long term storage of human remains.
