PRWeb: Industry Healthcare http://www.prweb.com Latest news releases for Industry Healthcare from PRWeb en PRWeb Distribution Newswire http://www.prweb.com/images_v4/prweb_logo_hv2.jpg http://www.prweb.com 200 46 xml@emediawire.com xml@emediawire.com ChangingHomeCare.com Launches Effort to Promote Future of Homecare http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3564754.htm ChangingHomeCare.com has launched a combined effort between homecare providers and homecare vendors to take a proactive approach to reshaping the national healthcare debate about the future role of homecare. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> HCG Diet Direct Cites NHANES Obesity Statistics http://www.prweb.com/releases/hcg-weight-loss/hcg-diet/prweb3575694.htm HCG Diet Direct cites National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) obesity statistics. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> "GO RED" Expo Rescheduled at Summit Medical Group http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3586414.htm Summit Medical Group is rescheduling its "Go Red" Expo, due to the impending snow storm. The new date for the expo is Wednesday, Feb. 17, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> Advanced Fertility Center of Chicago the Only Illinois Clinic Participating in National Study on Oocyte Vitrification (Ultra-Rapid Egg Freezing) http://www.prweb.com/releases/oocyte/vitrification/prweb3442784.htm Oocyte vitrification is an advanced technique of ultra-rapid freezing that preserves the eggs of women undergoing fertility treatment. Some recent studies have shown that this method may avoid damage to the egg, as can occur with the older slow-freeze method. Infertility specialists Richard Sherbahn, MD and Todd Deutch, MD now offer egg vitrification to their patients at the Advanced Fertility Center of Chicago. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> New Corrugated Box Design is Dramatic Step Forward in Reusable Packaging http://www.prweb.com/releases/reusable-shipping-box/eco-friendly-packaging/prweb3578044.htm The patent-pending Globe Guard ® Reusable Box is a corrugated shipping container that can be quickly inverted after use to form a clean, like-new shipper. The breakthrough design, developed by sustainable packaging innovator Salazar Packaging, Inc., supports the multiple reuse of corrugated containers - while reducing overall cost in packaging and shipping operations. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> Healthy Dining Partnership Expands to 100+ Chinese and Asian Restaurants Nationwide http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3580614.htm Today, more than 100 independent Chinese and Asian restaurants are participating in the Healthy Dining Program and are featured on Healthy Dining’s signature website, HealthyDiningFinder.com. This partnership represents the largest-ever initiative to promote selected menu items representing the healthfulness of the Chinese and Asian cuisines. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> Dementia Rates Escalate as Brain Capacity Diminishes with Age http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3582244.htm The latest report entitled Keeping Dementia Front of Mind highlights the prevalence of the brain condition for governments when making policy and budget decisions. Research has shown brainpower peaks in the mid-twenties and then declines and we lose up to 50% of our brain’s capacity by our mid-fifties. Quincy Bioscience is developing a new approach toward this growing problem. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> What's Next for Stevia? Experts from GLG Life Tech Corp Share Views on Stevia's Future at Complimentary Webinar on 17 Feb. http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3583294.htm What's next in Stevia's emergence as a mainstream sweetener? The Stevia World Americas Webinar, "Stevia-Taking the Next Steps" will see Senior Management from GLG Life Tech Corp, one of the world's leading producers of stevia extracts, share on the future of Stevia. Registration for the 17th Feb webinar is free. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> With the MedReps.com iPhone App, the Medical Sales Job Search Goes Mobile http://www.prweb.com/releases/medical-sales/iPhone-app/prweb3585924.htm The first iPhone app for medical and pharmaceutical sales job seekers empowers users to search the most sought after jobs in the industry anytime, anywhere. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> Upgraded RugBuddy Heated Mats Can Be Wired Together for On-Demand Radiant Heat http://www.prweb.com/releases/heated/mats/prweb3586044.htm Martinson-Nicholls newest RugBuddy heated mats can be wired together to create large, under rug or carpet, safe, economical area heaters. Safe on any type of flooring, these UL-listed heating systems let you put heat where you want it without any impact on your decor. The newest models offer increased flexibility and reduced cost from prior models. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> Survey Takes Pulse on New Jobs in Health IT http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3586714.htm The American Society of Health Informatics Managers (ASHIM) collects public opinion on new Health IT Jobs to better survey the growing needs of the healthcare industry, the health information technology profession and interests of the engaged American public. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> New EMR Software Incentives Guide from MediPro http://www.prweb.com/releases/EMR/SoftwareGuide/prweb3586974.htm Government incentives make EMR software affordable and maximize the quality of patient care offered. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> Affordable IVF Needed for Better Fertility Patient Outcomes http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3587844.htm Most people do not have insurance coverage for in vitro fertilization (IVF), forcing many patients to make treatment decisions based on their budget and not on best practices. Unfortunately, fertility clinics have not made care more affordable to assist their patients in making better decisions. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> New Health Care Leadership Bachelor's Degree Program at Platt College Prepares Students for Leadership Positions in the Health Care Field http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3579404.htm At its two campuses in Alhambra and Ontario, Platt College offers flexible, accredited Associate's and Bachelor's degree programs in some of today's most "recession-resistant" fields. The new Bachelor of Arts in Health Care Leadership at the Platt College School of Medical Sciences helps students gain the skills they need to pursue leadership positions in the health care field, including supervisory, administrative, and educational positions requiring a Bachelor's degree. Designed specifically for students who already have their Associate's degree, the program can be completed in as little as 15 months, even while working full time. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> The Institute for Health Technology Transformation Announces Health IT Webinar with Persystent Software and University Physicians Healthcare http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3577964.htm The Institute for Health Technology Transformation announced today a health IT Webinar entitled "Ensuring PCs in Hospitals are Always Healthy & Fully Functional" scheduled to take place February 24, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. ET. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> MR3 DR Group, LLC., Announces its Online Launch of New Fattache Website http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3578794.htm Mr3 DR Group, LLC., announces the official online launch of its first consumer website, FattacheDietPill.com. Previously available internationally only through DRTV distribution, Fattache has sold over 10 million units over the past decade. Fattache Forte is a "fat trapper" designed to lower cholesterol and rapidly eliminate fat from the human body prior to digestion. (PRWeb Feb 10, 2010)

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]]> DuPont Engineering Polymers Introduces New Polymer Health Care Products http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3571884.htm Twelve new grades of DuPont engineering polymers that meet demanding requirements for use in health care products and equipment are making their debut at the MD&M West exposition in Anaheim, Calif., Feb. 8 - 11. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> The Joint Commission Awards Recovery First, Inc. with Coveted Gold Seal Accreditation Again http://www.prweb.com/releases/drug-rehab/alcoholism-treatment/prweb3573344.htm Once again, The Joint Commission has awarded Recovery First, Inc., a drug rehab and substance abuse treatment center, with it’s coveted Gold Seal of Approval. This award is given only to organizations that meet the Joint Commissions standard of excellence. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> Invida Selects LaVoie Group as Public Relations Agency of Record http://www.prweb.com/releases/Invida_Group/LaVoie_Group/prweb3573384.htm LaVoie Group, a life science-focused strategic communications agency, announced today that it has been selected by Invida Group, the leading provider of healthcare brands and services in Asia Pacific, to develop and execute its corporate communications and public relations program. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> Jackson & Coker Industry Report Spotlights Healthcare Executive Interview http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3578144.htm Key observations of Shawn Strash, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer with Oro Valley Hospital, on critical issues facing healthcare executives today. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> WorldAPP Streamlines and Automates 360-Degree Feedback http://www.prweb.com/releases/WorldAPP/02/prweb3578814.htm WorldAPP launches centrally managed employee evaluation tool for large enterprises and human resource departments. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> Hallmark Insights Completes SAS 70 Type II Audit http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3579984.htm Completion of the SAS 70 type II audit is a significant achievement and differentiates Hallmark Insights from its peers in the incentive services industry. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> Connecture, Inc. Announces Partnership with MedicareCRM http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3580354.htm New partnership addresses the health insurance industry’s need for data-driven automation across all marketing, sales, and enrollment channels of the Medicare market. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> Dallas Weight Loss Surgeon Interviewed on Good Morning Texas http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3581594.htm Dr. David Kim, the founder of a prominent Dallas bariatric surgery (http://www.drdkim.net/) center, was recently interviewed on Good Morning Texas as part of the Summer Health Series. Dr. Kim discussed the prevalence of obesity, the many health benefits of bariatric surgery, and other topics with host Paige McCoy Smith. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> Healthcare Solutions Names Industry Veteran Tom Shivers Executive Vice President http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3581784.htm Healthcare Solutions today announced the appointment of Tom Shivers to the position of executive vice president. As an accomplished industry veteran, Shivers joins the company with over twenty years experience delivering cost management solutions to payers in the workers’ compensation market. Shivers’ principle responsibilities include direct management of the company’s PPO network and bill review services. He will also participate as a member of the Atlanta-based company’s executive team in providing strategic direction and oversight for the company. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> More than 30,000 State and Local Government Contracts for Bid Issued in January 2010; Report Details Key Industries For Government Purchasing http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3469434.htm BidPrime issues overview of state and local government purchasing in January 2010. Top products and services wanted nationwide include: automobiles, software, printing services, networking/IT/ERP staffing, janitorial services, construction (road, building, sewer, bridge), and demolition services. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> CosmoCom Awarded “Product of the Year” for CosmoCall Universe 6 Unified Contact Center Platform http://www.prweb.com/releases/ContactCenter/CosmoCom/prweb3516484.htm TMC Honors Contact Center Technology Innovator for Exceptional Technology. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> University Hospital of South Manchester Selects SRC as Preferred Supplier for Digital Dictation and Speech Recognition http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3577584.htm SRC win the first competitive major contract under the Yorkshire and Humber framework agreement.SRC will provide digital dictation with integrated speech recognition to University Hospital of South Manchester. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> SironaHealth Launches Web-based Audio Health Library as Part of Their 24x7 Nurse Advice Line Service http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3578124.htm SironaHealth puts a new spin on their Audio Health Library by offering a website module that can be custom branded for their clients. By offering the Audio Health Library Directory over the web, Health Insurers, Hospitals, and Physicians can provide easy access to pre-recorded messages on variety of general health topics. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> Partners for Urology Health First in Ohio with New Radiation Therapy Technology http://www.prweb.com/releases/Partners-for-/Urology-Health/prweb3579444.htm Partners for Urology Health, a joint venture between Humility of Mary Health Partners (HMHP) (www.HMpartners.org), NEO Urology Associates Inc., and Advanced Urology Inc., is proud to announce the installation of Ohio's first and only radiation oncology center with Elekta Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT), the world’s most advanced radiation therapy technology. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> The Case for the iPad: Mobile Charge Capture for Physicians http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3580214.htm Physicians know what they want from technology: simplicity, mobility, and automation. When the iPad was announced on January 27th, we were eager to find out what it has in store for us. Now that we've dedicated more than a week of intensive software development to it, it's clear that the iPad's innovations will take the already-legendary simplicity, mobility, and automation of pMDsoft's charge capture application to the next level. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> Leading UK Insurance Provider Adopts iCIMS’ Talent Platform for International Talent Management Needs http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3580254.htm Talent Management Solution Provider Signs Leading UK Insurance Provider and Continues Strong Momentum in the International Mid-Market Space. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> Concord Hospital Selects Orion Health to Streamline Data Integration for New EMR http://www.prweb.com/releases/ConcordHospital/OrionHealth/prweb3582014.htm Regional Medical Center, Concord Hospital, has selected the Rhapsody® Integration Engine to supplement and eventually replace their current solution, Sun Microsystems eGate. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> Profiles International Releases Leader’s Guide to Managing Workplace Stress http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3582064.htm Profiles International, a global leader in employment evaluation and human resource management assessment tools, has released a report for business leaders who need a way to help their employees manage workplace stress. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> New Report: The Internet Has More Influence Over Consumer Health Actions than Traditional DTC Channels http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3582264.htm Manhattan Research’s Health Influence Mapping Research Module Helps Marketers Understand the Relative Influence of Various Communication Channels on Consumer Health Behavior (http://www.manhattanresearch.com/products/Research_Modules/Consumer/influence-consumer-health-dtc-marketing.aspx) (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> Notable Findings from NLN Survey of Schools of Nursing: Program Expansion Stalls; Insufficient Faculty Major Constraint to Expansion of Postlicensure Programs http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3571914.htm The NLN's annual survey of all nursing programs in the United States gathers key statistics including admissions, enrollments, graduations, student demographics, and numbers of faculty. The 2009 annual survey was administered from May to September 2009 to obtain 2007-2008 data. Recent additions include unused educational capacity, constraints on expanding admissions, faculty vacancies and recruitment, and the impact of faculty shortages on educational capacity. (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> Costa Rican Medical Care Offers Medical Financing http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3576894.htm “Costa Rican Medical Care is proud to announce that we have put together a group of lenders that are willing to provide financing for medical procedures done in the U.S., Costa Rica or anywhere”, said CRMC President Tim Morales. “You cannot plan for a medical emergency and sometimes you may forget that you have a deductible to meet. Other people would like to get a procedure done and haven’t saved up enough to cover the complete cost. But CRMC can help you determine whether you qualify for a medical loan.” (PRWeb Feb 9, 2010)

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]]> Bufete de Abogados Presenta la Primera Demanda de Minimed en Corte Federal http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3567584.htm Defecto de Producción en Bombas de Insulina Puede Entregar la Dosis Incorrecta de Insulina.Miles de Pacientes Pueden estar en Peligro de Lesión y/o Muerte (PRWeb Feb 8, 2010)

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]]> Phonak Asks Young FM Users to Tell Their Stories on YouTube http://www.prweb.com/releases/Phonak-FM/YouTube-Contest/prweb3571134.htm Swiss hearing systems manufacturer launches new YouTube contest - named 'My Phonak FM & Me' - to find the most inspiring young users of FM technology. (PRWeb Feb 8, 2010)

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]]> The New Hospital ERISA Appeals Department Program Announced for Hospital In-House Denial Management and Financial Crisis Turnaround http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010/02/prweb3575374.htm For The First Time In U.S. Health Care History, ERISAclaim.com Announced The Nation's First Hospital ERISA Appeal Department Program To Provide Hospital With A Turn-Key Set-Up Training For The In-House ERISA Appeals Department To Combat Commercial Managed Care Denials, Overpayment Recoupment Crisis, And Revenue Cycle Outsourcing Dilemmas For Hospital Survival, And ERISA Compliance, In Wake Of The Latest AHA Report Of More Than $36 Billion Hospital Uncompensated Care Cost (PRWeb Feb 8, 2010)

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