Tag: Health and Medical
Former Co-Residents Merge Podiatric Practices, Form New Modern Foot & Ankle®
TAMPA and ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Three Central Florida podiatric practices announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement to create the new Modern Foot & Ankle®. The combined medical group will provide patients with additional board-certified physicians, a brand-new location, and the miniBunion™ system, a groundbreaking, minimally-invasive procedure for bunion correction.
7 Springs Orthopedics Doubles Orthopedic Service Locations
BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Dec. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 7 Springs Orthopedics launched its 10th orthopedic clinic in Winchester, Tennessee on Nov. 16, 2020, with plans to continue rapidly expanding facilities and service lines.
Nutritional and Behavioral Care Launches Updated Website
RIDGEFIELD, Conn., Dec. 8, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nutritional and Behavioral Care, a licensed nutritionist and dietitian, in Ridgefield, Connecticut, is pleased to announce that they have recently updated their website. This was to ensure that the website is up to date, can easily be navigated, and is mobile responsive.
Lift & Care Systems Provides Durable Medical Equipment Checklist for Caregivers of Disabled Individuals
LAKEVILLE, Mass., Dec. 8, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lift & Care Systems announces the release of the following durable medical equipment checklist for day programs, group homes, and other programs for the disabled. As a caregiver for the disabled, you will often discover that assessing the safety and quality of these programs is, at times, challenging, but one of the fastest ways to do this is by seeing if they have the following durable medical equipment on hand at their locations.
Local Kentucky Med Spa Offers Rapid COVID-19 Testing with 15-Minute Results
CRESTVIEW HILLS, Ky., Dec. 7, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A medical aesthetics practice in Northern Kentucky is branching out from its typical daily operations to offer a vital service amid the growing coronavirus pandemic. Candace Reusch, RN, BSN, and Jennifer Crane, RN, owners of Zero Gravity Med Spa, recently added COVID-19 testing to their business repertoire with the inclusion of the Oral Rapid SARs-Cov-2 Antigen Rapid Test.
Healient Physician Group Forms Agreement with New Frontier Mobile Diagnostics
KANSAS CITY, Mo., Dec. 2, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Healient Physician Group and Kansas City's newest Medicare-approved diagnostic imaging vendor, New Frontier Mobile Diagnostics, have announced a partnership to improve access to care for seniors put at risk by the Covid-19 health crisis.
AMI Expeditionary Healthcare Contracted by the CDC to Study Spread of COVID-19 on University of Wisconsin Campuses
RESTON, Va., Dec. 1, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AMI Expeditionary Healthcare (AMI) is contracted by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to determine the prevalence of asymptomatic COVID-19 carriers on college campuses and what can be done to slow the spread of the disease.
Premier Nursing Academy Launches New Center to Train CNAs for Free and Grow Bradenton-Sarasota Area Healthcare Jobs
PINELLAS PARK, Fla., Nov. 30, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Premier Nursing Academy, an institution offering free, state-approved training to become a certified nursing assistant (CNA), has launched its second Florida location in Bradenton. The new Bradenton location is expected to train as many as 500 students in 2021 from the broader Bradenton and Sarasota metro area.
Pure Protein, LLC Announces New Website Now Offering Its HLA Reagents and Technical Services to Researchers
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. and AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 30, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pure Protein, LLC (Pure Protein) an HLA company that has developed comprehensive analytical capabilities in the field of human leukocyte antigen (HLA) immunology and an approach to produce soluble forms of the HLA molecule (sHLA), is proud to announce the launch of its new website.
Bright Road Recovery Contracts with Magellan Healthcare to Provide Eating Disorder Treatment for Blue Shield Subscribers
CLAREMONT, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Bright Road Recovery, the Inland Empire's Premier Eating Disorder Treatment Program, announced today that they are now in-network with Magellan Healthcare. This is good news for Blue Shield subscribers in the Inland Empire who are looking for help with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, or ARFID.
OutcomeRx, a unit of CareMetx, announces First Independent Reinsurance Product for Rare Disease Specialty, Cell and Gene Therapies
BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OutcomeRx (ORx), a division of CareMetx, LLC, announced today a new reinsurance product to provide coverage access to high-cost specialty drugs including therapies in the emerging cell and gene therapy market.
Atlanta Nonprofit and Piedmont Healthcare Raise Awareness for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
ATLANTA, Ga., Nov. 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- November, recognized as Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, is an important time of year for Atlanta nonprofit Purple Pansies to raise awareness for pancreatic cancer, celebrate survivors and honor loved ones.
Leading Healthcare-Associated Infection Clostridioides difficile Symposium Focuses on Patients, Families, and Caregivers
TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 19, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- C Diff Foundation announced today that the Inaugural Patient, Family, and Caregiver C. diff. Live Virtual Symposium will be hosted on November 23, 2020 at 1 p.m.-4 p.m. EST with keynote topic-experts dedicated in disciplines of healthcare, pharma, biotech, and academia. The event is complimentary with online registration.
Executive Intends to Stand on NYC Street Hugging COVID-19 Infected People
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., Nov. 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New York based Best Virus Shields (BestVirusShields.com) is the manufacturer of a new "oral" COVID-19 respirator mask for use in high-risk environments. Today the company announced that its President, Thomas Leahy, would stand on 7th. Ave. at the NW corner of 42nd. Street from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 25 and 26 to demonstrate the efficacy of the company's oral respirator mask.
#2020EyesColorado Youth Art Contest Winners Announced
DENVER, Colo., Nov. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 2020 Eyes Colorado and the Colorado Optometric Association (COA) announce the winners of the #2020EyesColorado First 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, A Beautiful Sight. The goal of the competition was to engage Colorado students in understanding the value of their eyes and their own eye health.
Tourette Association of America and American Brain Foundation Offer Clinical Research Training Scholarship, In Collaboration with the American Academy of Neurology!
BAYSIDE, N.Y., Nov. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Tourette Association of America and the American Brain Foundation have announced the 2021 Clinical Research Training Scholarship in Tourette Syndrome that aims to recognize the importance of good clinical research and to encourage young investigators in clinical studies related to Tourette Syndrome.
Nationally Known Dietitian, Nutrition Consultant and Author Offers Readers A Path to Reversing Chronic Inflammation
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Nov. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Jan Tilley, a nationally recognized dietitian specializing in chronic disease management, has just released a third book dedicated to helping those suffering with chronic inflammation. Entitled "Eat Well to Be Well: Living Your Best Life Through the Power of Anti-Inflammatory Food" (ISBN: 978-1626342668), the book summarizes the health risks so many face due to the fact the American diet has become completely unbalanced.
Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams Gets with the PLAN Joins Health/Fitness Coach Marci Kenon’s ‘Check Your Risk’ Diabetes Awareness Challenge
NEW YORK, N.Y., Nov. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Eighty-eight million adult Americans are on the borderline of developing type 2 diabetes and the majority haven't a clue. Marci Kenon, founder of New York-based Preventive Lifestyle Assistance Network (PLAN) has joined in a collaborative effort with Francheasca Roberson, executive director of California-based nonprofit The Eight, Inc., to break the chains that type 2 diabetes has on members of underserved communities around the country. Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams also joins as an ally in the effort.
AMI Expeditionary Healthcare LLC (AMI) Has Been Contracted by CDC to Provide Emergency Response Team Services in Support of the CDC
RESTON, Va., Nov. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The CDC has contracted AMI Expeditionary Healthcare LLC (AMI) to provide Commercial COVID-19 Emergency Response Team (C-C19ERT) services. This work includes sample collection, logistics, and quality control metrics to ensure subsequent, high-quality, CLIA laboratory testing.
Zeteo Biomedical to Collaborate with Iowa State University Nanovaccine Institute to Study a COVID 19 Vaccine Under Fast Track CARES Act...
AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Zeteo Biomedical LLC, Inc., a privately held medical device company, has partnered with the Nanovaccine Institute at Iowa State University to study a nasal SARS-CoV-2 vaccine. Zeteo will provide nasal delivery device technology and unit dose packaging utilizing its ZEOx2 Delivery Platform.
EyeCare Optical Extends its Coverage of the Greater Knoxville Area with New Locations in Oak Ridge and Hardin Valley
KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 16, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Earlier this year, EyeCare Optical expanded its reach in the greater Knoxville area by opening its seventh area office-this one in Oak Ridge-right on the heels of its sixth location opening in Hardin Valley. It's part of a plan, says the company, to make comprehensive eye care readily available for greater Knoxville residents in their own neighborhoods.
Ombudsman Services Exec. Director Nicole Howell Named Woman of the Year by Congressman Garamendi
PLEASANT HILL, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda is pleased to announce that Executive Director Nicole Howell has been selected as a 2020 Woman of the Year by Congressman John Garamendi.
Papa Inc. Adds Reliance to Its Growing List of Medicare Advantage Plans to Provide ‘Family on Demand’ to Their HMO Population
MIAMI, Fla., Nov. 12, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Papa Inc, the leading technology-enabled platform for companionship & assistance for older adults & families, today announced it has been selected by Reliance Medicare Advantage to provide services beginning January 1, 2021 to their Michigan HMO population in order to enhance their quality of life through the eradication of social isolation and loneliness.
2020 International Clostridioides difficile (C. diff., C. difficile) Virtual Conference and Health EXPO Nov. 14
TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 11, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- C Diff Foundation announced today that the 8th Annual International C. diff. Virtual-Online Conference and Health EXPO will be a 5-1/2 hour online program with over fourteen international topic-experts dedicated in disciplines of healthcare, pharma, biotech, academia, and Government agencies.
Dementia Map Reinvents Access to Dementia Resources
PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 10, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- JADCOM Media LLC announced today that Lori La Bey of Alzheimers Speaks and Dave Wiederrich of Memory Cafe Directory have created Dementia Map at DementiaMap.com - the first Global Resource Directory and event calendar for families and professionals.
Siperstein Dermatology Group Offers Only DermaGraphix Digital Mole Mapping and Artificial Intelligence Tracking Analysis in South Florida
BOCA RATON, Fla., Nov. 5, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Siperstein Dermatology Group now provides the DermaGraphix digital mole mapping and artificial intelligence tracking analysis that allows for the earlier detection and treatment of melanoma, and with fewer biopsies. Siperstein Dermatology Group (Boca Raton and Boynton Beach Florida) has always been on the forefront of medical technology.
Super Bowl Champion Jeron Johnson has signed on as an Ambassador for CBD Move Free
BELLEVUE, Wash., Oct. 29, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Former Seahawk strong safety and Super Bowl XLVIII Champion Jeron Johnson has signed on as an Ambassador for CBD Move Free, a Washington State-based CBD company. "It is an honor to have Jeron onboard," states Jonas Roeser, CEO. "We look forward to his insight and support for our product refinement and educational outreach."
Avila Herbals Announces Manufacturing and Research and Development Agreements with Phoenix Biotechnology
CHRISTIANSBURG, Va., Oct. 28, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Avila Herbals, a company specializing in novel botanical extraction techniques for both dietary supplements and pharmaceuticals, announced today that it has signed an exclusive global manufacturing agreement and a research and development agreement with Phoenix Biotechnology.
Biotech Firm, Progenabiome Shares New Data on Fecal Transplant, Sars-Cov-2 at ACG 2020
VENTURA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) named Progenabiome "Outstanding Poster Presenter" for its poster: "Successful Bacterial Engraftment Identified by Next Generation Sequencing Following Fecal Microbiota Transplantation for Clostridioides difficile Infection," which will be presented virtually at the ACG Annual Scientific Meeting this week.
Uvilite Provides Hospital-Grade Sterilization Tech for Everyday Residential Use
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Uvilite has developed a safe and powerfully effective ultraviolet sterilizing light technology for everyday residential use. Ideal for homes, cars and any other areas where germs are present, Uvilite uses hospital-grade technology that protects and empowers people to fight germs when and where they want to.
The TMS Collaborative Celebrates its 1st Anniversary and Announces Clinic Expansion
EXETER, N.H., Oct. 20, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In September 2019, Dr. Paul Belliveau and partners launched The TMS Collaborative as a way to bring the cutting-edge technology of TMS to New Hampshire and beyond. TMS therapy is an FDA-approved, safe, and non-invasive treatment for patients suffering from Major Depressive Disorder (MDD).
Pure Protein, LLC to Exhibit and Preview New Website at the American Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI) 46th Annual Meeting
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. and AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 15, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Pure Protein, LLC (Pure Protein) an HLA company that has developed comprehensive analytical capabilities in the field of human leukocyte antigen (HLA) immunology and an approach to produce soluble forms of the HLA molecule (sHLA), announced today that it will be an exhibitor at the ASHI VIRTUAL ANNUAL MEETING, October 19 - 21, 2020.
Hawaii’s First N-95 Mask Factory Opens Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020 in Kona
KONA, Hawaii, Oct. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kona Mask Co. LLC, located in Kailua-Kona near Costco, will begin producing N-95 and flat-pleated masks using two automated machines. "We can produce 1 million masks every 3 weeks made right here in Hawaii," says Nicolas Garcia, CEO of Kona Mask.
Colorado Doctors of Optometry Announce Public Health Initiative to Keep Eye Emergencies Out of Emergency Rooms This Winter
DENVER, Colo., Oct. 14, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Doctors of optometry across Colorado, 2020 Eyes Colorado, and the Colorado Optometric Association (COA) have launched an October awareness initiative to educate Coloradans on Eye Emergencies: Where to Go and What to Do.
‘Battered American Syndrome’ is Creating a New Mental Health Crisis According to Psychotherapist Podcaster Dr. Stephanie Knarr
LAUREL, Md., Oct. 13, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Stephanie Knarr first started using the term "Battered American Syndrome" on a recent episode of her Podcast: Dr. Stephanie Show's Podcast. In addition to the mental health crisis caused by COVID isolation, symptoms of Battered American Syndrome are common, putting Americans at an even greater risk for suicide.
PainExam Launches New Ultrasound Interventional Pain Management CME Live Webinar Event Training Series
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., Oct. 9, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PainExam, a prestigious CME certified pain medicine board review platform, develops new and exclusive Ultrasound Pain Management CME Courses, schedules next live CME webinar event for Oct. 18, 2020.
The Joy Factory Launches New ‘AgileGo’ Healthcare Mobile Tablet Cart Line
IRVINE, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Joy Factory, Inc. proudly presents AgileGo(TM) a new line of mobile tablet carts in support of the healthcare industry. These rolling carts are specifically designed for nurses, doctors, and clinicians to address increasing demands for telehealth, patient engagement, and patient interpretation.
ProgenaBiome Announces Alzheimer’s Patient Recalls Daughter’s Birthday After Undergoing Fecal Transplant
VENTURA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Dr. Sabine Hazan, founder of ProgenaBiome, a genetic sequencing lab in California, achieved rapid improvement in Alzheimer's disease (AD) symptoms in an 82-year-old male patient following fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT).
NED Biosystems Announces Leading Infectious Disease Research Scientist Michael Mansour, MD, PhD To Serve as Medical Advisor
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Oct. 6, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NED Biosystems, an innovative clinical-stage biotech company developing therapies for cancer and the novel coronavirus, is pleased to announce that Michael Mansour, MD, PhD, will serve as the Company's Medical Advisor of Infectious Disease.
Artisan Dental Becomes the 1st Carbon Neutral Dental Practice in the United States
MADISON, Wis., Oct. 5, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Artisan Dental, based in Madison, Wisconsin has partnered with Carbon Credit Capital and GreenTrees to certify Artisan Dental as the first carbon neutral general dental practice in the United States. Artisan Dental now offsets 100% of its greenhouse gas emissions associated with the company's operation.
OverSightMD Successfully Pilots COVID-19 Tracking and Screening Solution with Tenafly Teen Summer Camp in NJ
MILPITAS, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The OverSightMD COVID-19 tracking and screening solution was instrumental in providing a safe environment for campers and staff while demonstrating the benefits of routine wellness screenings. The Tenafly Teen Summer Camp in Tenafly, New Jersey deployed the OverSightMD COVID-19 solution prior to the first day of camp and was able to maintain a COVID-19 free camp for the duration of the summer camp schedule.
The Medicare Resource Center Now Open in Santa Barbara in La Cumbre Plaza
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- The Medicare Resource Center - created by AMA Insurance Agency, an unbiased insurance agency that works with major insurance companies to offer Medicare supplement and Medicare Advantage plans - has opened its Santa Barbara location at 121 South Hope Ave., Unit A101, in La Cumbre Plaza.
Dr. Wellness Vending Pharmacy and PPE Kiosks Launch at San Diego State University
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- Dr. Wellness Kiosks, LLC announced today that they have launched their PPE and Vending Pharmacy Kiosks at San Diego State University. Amid the spread of new coronavirus cases on recently opened college campuses, San Diego State University took another step in prevention by providing Dr. Wellness PPE and Vending Pharmacy Kiosks across the campus.
Lotsa Helping Hands and Papa Partner as Senior and Patient In-Home Care Faces New Challenges During COVID
MIAMI, Fla., Sept. 22, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Papa and Lotsa Helping Hands, two companies dedicated to providing seniors and patients living at home with support and caregiving assistance, are ensuring that these individuals continue to have the support they need amidst the pandemic's impact on the ability of working caregivers to stay at home.
Houston Methodist Improves Patient Access with Blockit’s Digital Care Coordination Platform
MCKINNEY, Texas, Sept. 18, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Blockit, the leader in highly integrated digital care coordination and scheduling solutions for health systems, today announced that Houston Methodist has selected Blockit's consumer scheduling, referral management and imaging scheduling platform to enable its highly ambitious digital access strategy.
MediSked Achieves HITRUST CSF® Certification to Manage Risk, Improve Security Posture, and Meet Compliance Requirements
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Sept. 17, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MediSked LLC, a leading human services technology provider, announced today that the MediSked Care Coordination Suite comprised of MediSked Coordinate, MediSked Connect Exchange and MediSked Portal hosted in Amazon Web Services (AWS) has earned Certified status for information security by HITRUST®.
Pandemic Stress Can Change Eyesight and Impact Eye Health
DENVER, Colo., Sept. 16, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Doctors of optometry across Colorado, 2020 Eyes Colorado, and the Colorado Optometric Association (COA) have launched a September awareness initiative to help educate Coloradans on the impact of stress on eyesight and eye health.
Marina Del Rey Orthodontist, Dr. Mario Paz, Installs Over 6,000 Sets of Braces
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /California Newswire/ -- They say first impressions are everything, and Marina Del Rey orthodontist Dr. Mario Paz celebrates that mantra with his over 6000th installation of braces. Throughout his extensive career, Dr. Paz has improved the smiles of over 6,000+ patients ranging in age from six to 86.
New River Dermatology Announces Rebrand and Celebrates 19 Years
BLACKSBURG, Va., Sept. 9, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New River Dermatology, an award-winning leader in dermatological care, announced the company rebrand today in celebration of its 19th anniversary. New River Dermatology and its sister brand, New River Aesthetics, provide a range of comprehensive medical and aesthetic dermatological services to help patients address their skin care needs.
Leading Experts in Cancer Research Nabeel El-Bardeesy and Razelle Kurzrock Join NED Biosystems’ Scientific Advisory Board
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 2, 2020 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NED Biosystems, an innovative clinical-stage biotech company developing oral therapies for cancer and novel coronavirus, is pleased to announce that Nabeel El-Bardeesy, PhD and Razelle Kurzrock, MD have joined the Company's Scientific Advisory Board.
