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Preventable Hospital Readmissions Cut by More Than 25 Percent Under Innovative Contract Between University of Pennsylvania Health System and Independence Blue Cross

A year into new collaboration, Penn Medicine and Independence announce unprecedented results ...

Vyera Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Clearance To Initiate A Phase 1 Study Of A New Chemical Entity Designed As A Potential Treatment For Toxoplasmosis

NEW YORK , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Vyera Pharmaceuticals, LLC (Vyera) announced it plans to initiate a Phase 1 single ascending dose (SAD) study of VYR-006, a novel dihydrofolate reductase (DHFR) inhibitor which Vyera discovered and is developing for the treatment of toxoplasmosis. The Un...

World Institute of Kimchi: Kimchi lowers blood triglyceride level by 33%

Finding from an animal study (mice) Total blood cholesterol level also drops by 14% Study by Professor Song, Yeong Ok's team at Pusan National University SEOUL, South Korea , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- World Institute of Kimchi, which discovers and promotes kimchi's scientific ...

Atagi Plastic Surgery & Skin Aesthetics Now Offering Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Treatments in Lone Tree, CO

Atagi Plastic Surgery & Skin Aesthetics in Lone Tree, CO, has expanded its menu of leading non-surgical cosmetic and wellness treatments to include platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for skin rejuvenation, hair restoration, sexual wellness, and breast lifts. Lone Tree, CO , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire...

John F. Alksne, M.D. is recognized by Continental Who's Who

LA JOLLA, Calif. , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- John F. Alksne, M.D. is recognized by Continental Who's Who as Pinnacle Professional of The Year in the field of Medicine in recognition of his role as Professor of Surgery at the Department of Neurological Surgery at UCSD School of Medicine. ...

The Emergency Center Offers Free Downloadable Guide and Handbook to Help Patients Know When They Should Go to an Emergency Room vs an Urgent Care

The Emergency Center, a premier freestanding emergency room, has produced a free downloadable "Go-to Guide for Emergency Care" and "Emergency Care Go-to Handbook" to help patients understand which symptoms and conditions warrant an emergency room vs an urgent care. SAN ANTONIO , Nov. 15, 2018...

Absolute Dental Hosts Free Clinic For Veterans And Active Duty Military On December 8th

LAS VEGAS , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- To show gratitude to the brave men and women who have served and are currently serving our country, Absolute Dental will be hosting a free dental clinic on Saturday, December 8th , from 6:30 am to 1:00 pm at the Absolute Dental location at 1860 E....

Meridian Chiropractor Opens State-of-the-Art Integrated Stem Cell Therapy Clinic

After nearly a decade of serving the Treasure Valley, Align Chiropractic is now Align Integrated Medical. MERIDIAN, Idaho , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A new integrated clinic in Idaho is creating quite a stir with a breakthrough solution for people struggling with back pain, neck ...

With 3 New Additions, Nelson Hardiman Becomes the Largest Healthcare Law Firm in Los Angeles

Nelson Hardiman, LLP, is proud to announce that three experienced healthcare attorneys, Regina Trainor, Christine Parkins Johnson, and Jonathan Stieglitz have joined the firm, vaulting Nelson Hardiman for the first time into the role of the largest healthcare law practice in Los Angeles. LOS A...

Hemp Bombs Releases CBD-Infused Sleep Gummies For People With Insomnia, Sleep Problems

TAMPA, Fla. , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- 1 in 3 Americans don't get enough sleep , and insomnia costs the U.S. workforce billions of dollars in lost productivity every year. Enter CBD Sleep Gummies from leading CBD brand Hemp Bombs. These all-natural treats contain a potent amount of ...

Biological Autoimmune Therapeutics

NEW YORK , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The administration of therapeutic immune modulators is becoming an increasingly important healthcare treatment option for a growing number of diseases and indications having broad implications for patient health and well-being. But to fully exploit the v...

Balloon Sinuplasty Offers Relief from Houston Allergies this Cold and Flu Season

Houston allergy season is upon us, and even the strongest Houstonians will be affected by the flu and allergens. Balloon Sinuplasty offers relief where other traditional sinus treatments fail. HOUSTON , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Houston allergies are spreading as we enter the c...

Modern Acupuncture Opens Third Washington Location in Bothell

Nation's fastest growing acupuncture franchise offers the natural health and cosmetic benefits of acupuncture to the Bothell community BOTHELL, Wash. , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Modern Acupuncture™, the first franchise to make the natural health and cosmetic benefits of acupuncture...

Episcopal Health Services - Notice of Data Privacy Event

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The St. James Announces Youth Futsal League In Partnership With National Capital Soccer League

Greater Washington region's premier sports, wellness and active entertainment destination launches comprehensive new futsal league with the region's largest youth soccer organization SPRINGFIELD, Va. , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The St. James today announced the launch of its new youth ...

Self-Administered Autoimmune Injectables

NEW YORK , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The advantages of administering immunotherapeutic injectables subcutaneously is now well accepted and has been more-or-less institutionalized in the drug life cycle development process for non-oncology indications. Antibody drug products indicated for ch...

Canada signs Memorandum of Understanding with 11 First Nations and Alberta towards full implementation of Jordan's Principle

EDMONTON and TREATY 6 TERRITORY, AL, Nov. 15, 2018 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada , Government of Alberta and First Nations partners are working together to ensure that First Nations children in Alberta can access the supports and services they need, when they need them. Today the Honour...

Brooks Automation Announces Completion of GENEWIZ Acquisition

CHELMSFORD, Mass. , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Brooks Automation, Inc. (Nasdaq: BRKS), a leading worldwide provider of automation and cryogenic solutions for multiple markets including semiconductor manufacturing and life sciences, announced today that it has closed its previously announced ...

Global Syringes Industry

NEW YORK , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Syringes in US$ Thousand by the following Product Segments: Sterilizable Syringes, Disposable Syringes (Conventional Syringes, & Safety Syringes), and Prefilled Syringes. Read the full report: https://...

ASH Establishes ASH Research Collaborative to Accelerate Progress in Hematology

ASH RC now requesting proposals from research sites interested in new sickle cell clinical trials network WASHINGTON , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Society of Hematology has established the ASH Research Collaborative (ASH RC), a mission-focused nonprofit organization that will ...

Eye Medical Clinic Provides Aid to Wildfire Victims

SAN JOSE, Calif. , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- As the Camp Fire continues to impact northern California as the deadliest and most destructive in the state's history, Eye Medical Clinic of Santa Clara Valley is immediately providing aid for those impacted by the fire. To assist affected a...

Edward D. Buckingham, MD Named Treasurer For Two Prominent Facial Plastic Surgery Associations

Austin facial plastic surgeon to serve in financial leadership roles. AUSTIN, Texas , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFRPS) and the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) have elected Edwa...

RingRx and AMiON Integration Combines Scheduling and Call Routing for On-Call Healthcare Providers

The RingRx voice, fax, text and on-call service adds AMiON's scheduling calendar to improve how healthcare providers organize communication with on-call employees SANTA BARBARA, Calif. , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today RingRx, a leading provider of HIPAA-compliant phone systems and...

Workplace Wellness to Take Center Stage in SEEN Exhibit

Grassroots organization Made of Millions brings its traveling mental health exhibition to New York. NEW YORK , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Made of Millions, a nonprofit organization that advocates on behalf of wellness in the workplace, is bringing its traveling exhibit — Seen — to ...

OAKWORKS Appoints April Burtnett as Vice President of U.S. Medical Business Development

April Burtnett brings years of dedication and leadership to her new role at OAKWORKS. NEW FREEDOM, Pa. , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jeff Riach, CEO of OAKWORKS® Inc., an industry leader in the manufacturing of medical tables and positioning devices announced today that April Burtne...

Cantata Health Reaches Key Milestones in Business Growth

Cantata Health - a leading provider of advanced revenue-cycle management (RCM) and electronic health records (EHR) technology for acute care, post-acute care, and long-term care facilities continues to gain momentum by adding new customers, hiring key talent, and pursuing innovative strategies to h...

Health Canada Statement on Use of Vaping Products by Youth

OTTAWA , Nov. 15, 2018 /CNW/ - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reported a significant increase in the use of vaping products by youth in the United States. As a result, the FDA has announced new measures to restrict youth access to vaping products and new restrictions on flavo...

American Journal of Infection Control publishes TSO3 study on terminal sterilization of duodenoscopes

QUÉBEC CITY, QC and MYRTLE BEACH, SC , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ - TSO 3 Inc. ("TSO 3 " or the "Company") (TSX: TOS), an innovator in sterilization technology for medical devices in healthcare settings, announces today that the results of the Company's clinical in-use and simulated use testing...

ForeverGreen Provides Financial Guidance for 2019 with a Focus on Increased Margins and Profitability

The proficient Xpress model allows products to be shipped anywhere in the world LINDON, Utah , November 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- ForeverGreen™ Worldwide Corporation (OTCQB: FVRG), a global direct marketing company and provider of health and wellness products, announces anticipated revenue i...

Sift Healthcare Secures $1MM Investment

Formerly SiftMD, Company Gains Investment and Channel Partner to Transform Revenue Cycle MILWAUKEE , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sift Healthcare, a revenue cycle intelligence company, has received a $1 million investment from Winnebago Seed Fund and additional investors including W...

Pendulum's Ric Henry Returns to His Administrator Roots

Ric Henry, President and Owner of Pendulum, LLC, participated in the 35th anniversary celebration of Sierra Health Care Center in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico on Friday, November 2, 2018. Ric, who opened Sierra as its administrator in 1983, joined in the celebration as President of the Center'...

"To Err is Human" Premieres in U.S. at the 32nd Israel Film Festival

Friends of Sheba Medical Center, Tel HaShomer invites you to attend the U.S. premiere of "To Err is Human" at the 32nd Israel Film Festival in Los Angeles. Featuring Prof. Amitai Ziv, founder and director of the Israel Center for Medical Simulation (MSR) at Sheba Medical Center, the documentary tak...

SABRE Raises More than $1.7M for National Breast Cancer Foundation

The fight against breast cancer goes well beyond October for SABRE. CHICAGO , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Over the last decade, SABRE , the global leader in consumer safety and law enforcement products, has raised more than $1.7 million for National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF...

New Study Uncovers Key Psychological and Emotional Links Between Cannabis and Happiness

Research from Zenzi Communications uncovers hidden influences driving cannabis consumers to buy SAN DIEGO , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A new study exploring the connection between cannabis usage and happiness uncovered several less common motivations for using cannabis that provide ...

AlchemLife ™ launches complete line of functional supplements in US

PHILADELPHIA , Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- AlchemLife TM launched a new line of products in the US this week. The range of products includes joint health, liver health, prostate care and immune therapy support. AlchemLife TM is a division of Alchem International Pvt. Ltd, global lea...