Tag: Health and Medical
New Market Research Report on Bioelectronic Medicine Forecasts $16.6B Market
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- A newly published market research report from Neurotech Reports, the leading market intelligence firm in the neurotechnology industry, forecasts that the worldwide market for bioelectronic medicine and related technologies will reach $16.6 billion by 2025.
Bryan University to Hold Public Informational Meeting about Health Career Training
ROGERS, Ark. /ScoopCloud/ -- Due to ongoing demand for qualified healthcare professionals in northwest Arkansas, Bryan University will be holding a public informational meeting about healthcare training programs offered at both its Rogers campus and via the institution's online division.
Mohima Sanyal Named 2019 Koch Kellan Scholar
PORTLAND, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ -- Paragon BioTeck, Inc., an ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical device company, announced today that Mohima Sanyal has been named its 2019 Koch Kellan Scholar. Paragon Gives, a Paragon BioTeck initiative, awards the Koch Kellan Scholarship to an outstanding graduate medical student committed to elevating the standard of eye care.
Heartstrings Hospice of Columbia and Lexington, SC 2019 Hospice Honors Recipient
COLUMBIA, S.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Heartstrings Hospice has been named a 2019 Hospice Honors recipient by HEALTHCAREfirst, a leading provider of billing and coding services, CAHPS surveys and advanced analytics. Hospice Honors is a prestigious program that recognizes hospices providing the highest level of quality as measured from the caregiver's point of view.
Michigan Fibromyalgia Awareness Day Focuses on Drug-Free Strategies for Pain
WARREN, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ -- On Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 12:30 p.m., the Fibromyalgia Association will host its 18th annual Michigan Fibromyalgia Awareness Day at the Webber Cancer Center in Warren, Michigan. Governor Whitmer is issuing a proclamation recognizing Fibromyalgia Awareness Day in the state of Michigan, and State Representative Lori Stone will present a Tribute.
Governor Matt Bevin Signs Proclamation Declaring May Lyme Disease Awareness Month in Kentucky
FRANKFORT, Ky. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Governor of Kentucky, Matt Bevin, officially declared May 2019 as Lyme Disease Awareness Month all across the state. Patient advocate Christina Kovacs lead the charge to raise awareness for the disease after battling late stage Lyme disease herself. Kovacs worked with Bevin and his office to draft an official statewide Proclamation which was signed into effect this year.
Jury Acquits Ex-Judge in DNR Trespass Case
AITKIN, Minn. /ScoopCloud/ -- Following a three-day trial, an Aitkin County jury recently found retired district court judge Robert Graff not guilty of trespassing in the DNR Savanna State Forest in Aitkin County, the Peterson Law Office announced today.
New Research Sheds Light on Potential Role of Febrile Seizures and Other Risk Factors in Sudden Deaths in Children
ROSELAND, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The SUDC Foundation highlights newly-published research from the Journal of American Medical Association (JAMA) that identifies an increased rate of febrile seizures among children who die suddenly, both with and without explanation. The authors of the article report the need for more research.
The Sun Sentinel Names Spodak Dental Group a Winner of The South Florida Top Workplaces 2019 Award
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Spodak Dental Group has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2019 honor by The Sun Sentinel for the fifth year in a row. The Top Workplaces lists are based solely on the results of an employee feedback survey administered by Energage, LLC, a leading provider of technology-based employee engagement tools. The anonymous survey measures several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few.
Atlantic Coast Surgical Suites performs first navigated reverse total shoulder at an ambulatory surgery center in New England
SEABROOK, N.H. /ScoopCloud/ -- Atlantic Coast Surgical Suites is an ambulatory surgery center designed for, and specializing in, outpatient joint replacement surgery. Today, Dr. Moby Parsons of The Knee, Hip and Shoulder Center performed the first outpatient reverse shoulder replacement here using the Exactech GPS (Guided Personalized Surgery) preoperative planning and navigation system.
Ohio Marijuana Card to Give Away 15 Free Evaluations Per Month to Those in Need
CLEVELAND, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ -- Ohio Marijuana Card, Ohio's largest provider of medical marijuana evaluations, will be giving away 15 free medical marijuana evaluations each month in an effort to help patients in financial need offset some of the cost of medical marijuana at dispensaries.
ChildFirst Behavior Therapy to sponsor upcoming autism walk on Chicago’s North Shore
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- ChildFirst Behavior Therapy, a local provider of progressive ABA therapy for children affected by autism, announced today that it has sponsored the upcoming Autism Speaks Walk on Chicago's North Shore on April 28, 2019.
7 Springs Orthopedics to Expand Locations and Services
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. /ScoopCloud/ -- 7 Springs Orthopedics is announcing the expansion of its facilities and service lines following its first institutional financing round. The company has begun the process of opening new locations throughout Middle Tennessee, starting with Bellevue and East Nashville, and also adding physical therapy services to its existing clinics in Brentwood and Antioch.
National Disability Provider Association Names Nicole Dufour and Marian Mulba-Poquee Recipient of 2019 DSP of the Year Award
MONTPELIER, Vt. /ScoopCloud/ -- This morning, the American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR) announced that Nicole Dufour and Marian Mulba-Poquee, both Direct Support Professionals at The Institute of Professional Practice, Inc., have been named the recipient of the 2019 DSP of the Year award.
A Day of Self Discovery and Soulful Inquiry for Care Providers
GREENSBORO, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Creative Aging Network-NC is excited to announce its 2019 Creative Aging Symposium: Building Creative Communities Across Generations coming up April 30 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bell Campus in Greensboro, the event will be repeated on May 1 during the same hours at the Harris Conference Center in Charlotte.
C Diff Foundation Hosts 3rd Annual Global C.diff. Awareness 2K Walks
TEANECK, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The C Diff Foundation announced today that registration is now open for the 3rd Annual Global C.diff. Awareness 2K Walks. The events, which will take place at the Morris A. Votee Park, Teaneck, N.J., Charlestown Township Park, Phoenixville, Pa., and Sims Park, New Port Richey, Fla., will be hosted by the C Diff Foundation on Saturday, May 18, 2019 from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Lift and Care Systems Now Offers Wheelchair to Car Transfer Devices
LAKEVILLE, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- Lift & Care Systems is proud to carry Access Unlimited's Multi-Lift and Glide n Go wheelchair to car transfer devices. The Access Unlimited Multi-Lift is designed to be used primarily with cars, but it can also be used for vans, trucks or SUVs.
Blockit Joins the Heroes to Healthcare Mission to Support Rapid Organizational Growth
MCKINNEY, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- ImPowerQ Associates announced today that Blockit(R), a leading innovator in applying advanced technology to today's complex healthcare challenges, are joining the Heroes to Healthcare mission, a U.S. Department of Labor and VA approved national apprenticeship program focusing on addressing the high unemployment and underemployment rates among enlisted level veterans with healthcare occupational experience while in uniform.
SB 276: California doesn’t trust its own Medical Doctors
CORTE MADERA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dr. Don Harte, noted chiropractic activist, former Libertarian State Senate candidate, issues a dire warning against SB 276, which will eliminate the medical exemption for vaccination. "This is political-medical terrorism of parents and children."
Keep Our Seniors Safe Act Passes Senate Committee – Portantino’s SB 172
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Consumer Advocates for RCFE Reform (CARR) announces its collaboration and partnership with California State Senator Anthony Portantino (D, SD 25) in the drafting of Senate Bill 172 Firearms, enhancing safe storage protections for the two most vulnerable populations in our society: the elderly and children.
More than 11,000 Medical Residency Applicants Did Not Match Into Residency
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- LOS ANGELES, Calif., April 3, 2019 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On March 14, 2019 the National Residency Match Program (NRMP) released the list of applicants that applied for a Post Graduate Training slot also known as a medical "Residency." There were just over 44,600 applicants that applied for 35,000 residency positions nationwide, says Residents Medical.
Teens at Highest Risk for Fatal Allergic Reactions: Teen Offers Life Saving Strategies in New Book
SYRACUSE, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Teens with food allergies are at the greatest risk of suffering a fatal reaction. Fifteen-year-old Olivier Deldicque is on a mission to change that. His new book, "When Every Bite Matters: One Teen's Journey with Food Allergies" (ISBN: 978-0578418537; Pop Fly Publishing) outlines life saving tips and advice for teens coping with food allergies.
NexHealth and The Smilist Partner to Bring Modern Dental Care to New York and New Jersey
NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- NexHealth, a fast-growing, New York-based patient experience management solution, is announcing its partnership with The Smilist. With a total of 21 (and growing) locations throughout New York City, Long Island, and New Jersey, The Smilist makes it easy for patients to find a convenient dental office.
Dr. Lisset Arenas Joins the Spodak Dental Group Team
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dr. Lisset Arenas, a dedicated and highly-skilled general dentist, has joined the Spodak Dental Group team in Delray Beach, Fla. A 2017 graduate of the University of Florida College of Dentistry, Dr. Arenas looks forward to providing her patients with unparalleled dental care.
Inclusive Fitness Approach Strengthens People of All Abilities
LANCASTER, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ -- Unified Health & Performance (UHP), a distinctive fitness center located in Lancaster, Massachusetts aspires to be a presence in inclusive athletics. Founded in 2016 with a mission to enable people with and without disabilities to train alongside one another, UHP members encompass a wide range of athletes with personal fitness goals including those from high school and collegiate sports programs, marathon runners, and individuals.
Local Orthopaedic Surgeon to Discuss Advancements in Shoulder Replacement on the World Stage
PORTSMOUTH, N.H. /ScoopCloud/ -- Dr. Moby Parsons, a joint replacement specialist at the Knee, Hip and Shoulder Center in Portsmouth, N.H., helped to pioneer a surgical navigation tool that is now being widely used around the world to improve the results of shoulder replacement.
Residents Medical Celebrates Women Doctors in Honor of 2019 International Women’s Day
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Residents Medical, a woman-owned, internationally-renowned graduate medical education organization, is excited to celebrate International Woman's Day on March 8, 2019. Agata Everest, owner, has a special passion for the recognition this day brings to women, worldwide.
Lirio Expands Behavioral Expertise with Key Hire, Chandra Osborn
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. /ScoopCloud/ -- Lirio, LLC, The Behavior Change Company, welcomes Chandra Osborn as new Chief Behavioral Officer, paving the way for advanced developments in behavioral analysis and communication. Chandra is highly skilled and respected in behavioral science, having worked tirelessly to expand behavioral research and analysis in both the public and private sectors.
Demaree Crossing Assisted Living and Memory Care Hosts Free Memory Care Workshops
GREENWOOD, Ind. /ScoopCloud/ -- Meridian Senior Living's Demaree Crossing Assisted Living and Memory Care hosts two ongoing memory care workshops: Caregiver Cafe and Mini Dementia Workshops every month onsite at 1255 Demaree Road, Greenwood, IN 46143. These workshops are vital as the global impact of dementia is staggering.
Integrity Home Care + Hospice Today Opens Doors of Fort Scott Location
FORT SCOTT, Kan. /ScoopCloud/ -- Integrity Home Care + Hospice today announces the opening of its Fort Scott location, offering quality post-acute care and hospice throughout the region. The home health and hospice provider is at 902 South Horton Street, where it will provide acute rehabilitation and hospice services.
Popular Podcast Focuses on Alzheimer’s: Early Detection, Future Planning and Signs Misinterpreted
WALNUT CREEK, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Absolute Trust Talk, a monthly podcast released by Absolute Trust Counsel, recently sat down with Dori Sproul, a family care specialist from the Alzheimer's Association of Northern California, to discuss the myths and misconceptions associated with Alzheimer's - a growing epidemic that affects more than 5 million people each year.
Twenty States Proclaim March SUDC Awareness Month for Unexplained Childhood Deaths
ROSELAND, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) Foundation is pleased to announce 20 states, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Hawaii, Indiana, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington and West Virginia have made statewide proclamations declaring March 2019 SUDC Awareness Month.
Newman Intervention Services Fully Completes LegitScript Addiction Treatment Certification
MCALESTER, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ -- Robert "Bobby" Newman announces that his company Newman Intervention Services has just achieved full certification from LegitScript. This certification means that any family or individual looking for help for an addicted loved one can trust that Newman Intervention Services has fully passed the rigorous requirements for legality, safety and transparency established by LegitScript.
The C Diff Foundation Has Declared an Urgent Need to Raise Clostridium difficile Infection Clinical Trial Awareness Worldwide
TAMPA, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The C Diff Foundation announced today that their organization has implemented a global campaign to raise awareness of Clostridioides difficile clinical trials, clinical studies, clinical research and observational studies evaluating interventions for C. difficile prevention, treatments, and environmental safety.
Sue Siegel to Keynote 2019 Bioelectronic Medicine Forum in NY
NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Neurotech Reports, the publisher of the Neurotech Business Report newsletter, announces that Sue Siegel, Chief Innovation Officer at GE and CEO of GE Ventures, will keynote the 2019 Bioelectronic Medicine Forum, which takes place in New York City on April 4, 2019. The second-annual event will be held at the Millennium Broadway Hotel & Conference Center in Times Square.