Latest News - Medical - United States - Virginia

The relationship between physicians and the pharmaceutical and device industries has been under recent scrutiny. Today, AMSA is releasing its evidence and recommendations for a model “PharmFree” curriculum.

Dr. Todd P. Sullivan - Chiropractor Springfield, VA - New Technology offers neck pain and low back pain sufferers immediate pain relief

Almost 50 Percent of Caregivers Have Also Been Diagnosed; More Than One Treatment Option Helpful

A Metropolitan Driving School is proud to add a new state of the art facility and Driver Rehabilitation to our list of services.

Hand Therapy can play an integral part in the treatment for people with arthritis.

U.S. House bill promises key components for people with mental illness

National Alliance on Mental Illness opposes Halloween costumes, attractions that perpetuate mental health illness stereotypes

F.E.A.S.T. has launched a free online dictionary for parents that explains the complex terms and concepts used in the diagnosis and treatment of eating disorders, eating disturbances and a wide range of co-existing conditions.

NAMI joins patient advocates in asking White House to support resources for NIMH

National Alliance on Mental Illness “On Campus” resource available to college students

Free massages are available to anyone skeptical of the benefits of massage. This is a 90 day opportunity only. So if you have been scared to get a massage or always wondered how it was to get a massage. This is your chance to try it out for free.

The Healing & Wellness Sanctuary introduces our New Mom Massage program, a series of four 1 hr massage treatments designed to ease a woman's stresses while she's carrying her child, and to ease the changes to her body that occur after birth.

Two moms, from opposite ends of the country meet through a charitable cause and answer the nations call for volunteerism with an astounding "yes".

MedTrakker Cancer Medical Organizer - A premier all-in-one Cancer Medical Organizer. To aid patients track and organize their treatment care journey.

Dr. Michael Rogers has replaced the uncomfortable procedure that involves plastic trays, the messy impression material and most importantly – the uncomfortable wait time while the impression material sets in the patient's mouth. It's now digital!

SteppingStone Journals announced plans to donate 10% of the proceeds from the sale of its cancer organizer to St. Agnes’ House, a nonprofit, ecumenical mission providing economical lodging for patients and caregivers seeking treatment.

Candy, as well as hurting children’s teeth, can lead to hyperactivity and weight gain. In some cases, the wrong types of candy can also lead to broken teeth and damaged braces. Of course, kids can still have all of the fun of trick-or-treating.

Proactive Wellness Centers turns to blogging to increase the frequency and quality of communications with its present and future patients. Given Dr. Lawson's passion for her field, the personally-authored blog promises to be of interest.

To assist cancer patients with the day-to-day management of their illness, SteppingStone Journals provides an easy-to-use cancer organizer for patients to record vital medical information from cancer diagnosis through treatment and recovery.

Researchers and practitioners from across the globe will gather at the Virginia Beach Convention Center, October 13th - 16th, 2009, to attend MODSIM World 2009 and to discuss the latest advancements and applications of modeling and simulation.

Dr. Lynese Lawson, founder of Proactive Wellness Centers, PLC -- a leading Anti-Aging Practice, is the featured speaker at the September 16, 2009 luncheon event for "Sterling Women", a network of executive business women in Northern Virginia.

It's never to early to begin green, natural, and healthy parenting. This one-hour class will teach you the basics to simplify going green from cloth diapering to making organic baby food from scratch.

Endeavoring to become a Medical Device Sales rep can be challenging, but equally rewarding. Becoming a medical device sales rep can provide a good income, but it also means that you can help people in need of healthcare and medical supplies.

U.S. Commerce Association’s Award Plaque Honors the Achievement of Health Data Services with the 2009 Best of Charlottesville Award. Health Data Service provides free EMR software for more effective medical practice management.

The new web site extends the innovation and leadership that this growing practice has exhibited by providing a website driven by a robust content management system that delivers highly relevant, dynamic content to its current and future patients.

Health Data Services, Inc., a leader in the health information technology market, announces that FreeDOM MD will now offer insurance eligibility verification through Emdeon Net Direct®.

Springfield Chiropractor offers chronic pain sufferers a new solution called Graston Technique

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PRLog (Press Release) – Aug 06, 2009 – Palmyra, Va Dr. Ed Lauterbach Chiropractic Practitioner seeks to improve patients' overall health using an "unconventional approach" and provide his patients with absolute pain relief.

The Eric Westacott Foundation, Patrick Rummerfield, and the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation will donate state of the art equipment and proceeds of upcoming charity Golf Tournament to the rehabilitation of 11-year old quadriplegic from Ohio.

AMSA rejects the objectives of the Association of Clinical Researchers and Educators, and calls on the medical profession to continue to reduce the influence of pharmaceutical and medical device industry promotional activities.

NICLite® is a totally organic beverage safe and effective in helping to reduce tobacco cravings for up to 3 hours, or even longer, depending on your metabolism. NICLite®-when you can't or don't want smoke in order to reduce your tobacco cravings.

Peninsula Pilots Baseball, Hampton, VA, continues to pilot the search for a cure for Niemann-Pick C in memory of their fallen Beloved Batboy, Kevin Eadie (Angel in the Dugout) at the 8th Annual Kevin Eadie Night, War Memorial Stadium, Sat. Jul 25 '09

Patrick Rummerfield will participate to the Cowtown Dragboat Nationals at Marine Creek Lake in Ft. Worth, Texas. The solo exhibition will be used as a test run in preparation for Patrick's attempt at the world speed record on an electric boat.

Best® Medical International is purchasing four cyclotrons from Best Cyclotron Systems, Inc. (BCSI) as an alternative to Technetium 99m.

MHS exclusive provider of transportation services at Healthcare Security and Safety event hosted by the IAHSS and Maryland Chapter.

The NAMSR™ is proud to announce that they will provide recruitment advertising for Owens & Minor (Fortune 500 Company)

Sheltering Arms launches new social media and social networking strategy, with help from EndGame Public Relations.

The 2009 spring issue of the NAMI Advocate Magazine features a cover story about two conversations Matt Kunz of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) had with President Barack Obama on the mental health needs of America’s veterans.

The Zimmerman Group, award-winning marketing/consulting firm, was signed by BioChemed Services to handle strategic planning, direct marketing, trade show design and promotion, web enhancement, and client/prospect communications.

Now you can make any special occasion your contribution towards supporting a well recognized cause. Show your friends how much you care by sharing this distinctive collection of paper tableware.

Free lunchtime workshop will be held on Tuesday, May 12th, at 11:30 am EST at the Town Point Club in Norfolk, VA

A premier all-in-one Cancer Medical Organizer. To aid patients track and organize their treatment care journey.

VUEMED and Noblis Announce Solution Interoperability

Neurogenesis and nutrition discoveries offer hope

Catherine Maley, MBA, President of Cosmetic Image Marketing has announced the endorsement of Creative Technologies as a valuable resource for aesthetic physicians who need effective patient pain management products for their patient’s comfort.

Practice Greenhealth, HealthTrust Purchasing Group and Ascent Healthcare Solutions have formed a partnership to involve clinicians in healthcare sustainability efforts. The partnership will include education on use of reprocessed equipment.

Noblis and Biomedical Synergies, Inc. Announce Solution Interoperability to Advance Patient Safety in Hospitals and Surgery Centers

The Consulting Firm of Rest Jones and White is assisting Great World Research with a planned Q3 2009 opening of non profit research foundation called the "Lakewood Ranch Center for Advanced Medicine (LWRCAM)" in Lakewood Ranch, Florida

Capital investment in medical device companies is expected to grow at a healthy 9% pace during 2009. While the number of medical device companies receiving venture capital may not increase drastically, the dollar amount invested is expected to grow.

Johnson & Johnson is buying Mentor Corp., a Santa Barbara, CA-based aesthetics specialist best known for its MemoryGel silicone gel breast implants, for $1.07 billion.