CHARLOTTE, N.C. /CitizenWire/ — Winners of the first annual employer Culture of Wellness Award have been announced by the North Carolina Business Group on Health (NCBGH), presented at their NCBGH Spring Forum in Greensboro. The award recognizes the best employer wellbeing programs across the state; companies committed to improving the health and well-being of their […]
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News: Coral Springs Medical & Dental Receives 2022 Business of Excellence Award for Giving Back to Community | CitizenWire
CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Coral Springs Medical & Dental, part of the HG Doctors Family, announced today that the City of Coral Springs honored it with a 2022 Business Excellence Award in the “Heart of the Community” category.
News: Aldersgate Life Plan Community Participates in Welcoming America Conference | CitizenWire
CHARLOTTE, N.C. /CitizenWire/ — Aldersgate Life Plan Community announced today that they will be participating with their community of residents, staff as well as their overarching community in the Welcoming America Conference being held in Charlotte, North Carolina on May 18-20, 2022.
News: Pristine Rejuvenation Expands to Accommodate Growth | CitizenWire
WEST BLOOMFIELD, Mich. /CitizenWire/ — A bigger office suite means better patient care for Pristine Rejuvenation, a med spa that focuses on aesthetic injectables and skin rejuvenation treatments. Eman Dahmani, company Principal, announced that the new facilities were opened to handle the spa’s steady growth.
News: National Nurses Week Kicks Off with Virtual Portrait Exhibition Honoring Pandemic Healthcare Workers | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Producer and photographer Mariana Tosca of Blue Jasper Productions and Tosca Photography announces the launch of “Covid Courageous.” This unique virtual exhibition blends photographic portraiture with interviews of frontline healthcare workers, which spotlight each individual’s personal pandemic experience.
News: Zeteo Biomedical Introduces OrionMRQ™ Nasal Delivery Device for Vaccines | CitizenWire
PFLUGERVILLE, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Zeteo Biomedical LLC announced today the availability of the ZEOx1 OrionMRQ™ nasal drug and vaccine delivery device. Zeteo’s latest innovative delivery device provides pharmaceutical and biotech companies developing drugs, peptides, proteins, monoclonal antibodies and vaccines with precise, metered unit dose systemic delivery via the nasal route.
News: The Sun Sentinel Names Spodak Dental Group a Winner of the South Florida Top Workplaces 2022 Award | CitizenWire
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Spodak Dental Group has been awarded the No. 5 Top Workplaces 2022 honor by The Sun Sentinel in the small business category. This is the sixth time that the Group has won the award.
News: Kalyagen Announces Attendance at the Fort Lauderdale Open with PGA Associate Jerrel Gill | CitizenWire
AUSTIN, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Kalyagen® is pleased to announce that it will be attending the Fort Lauderdale Open as part of its sponsorship of golf professional Jerrel Gill. The Open will be hosted at the Fort Lauderdale Country Club on May 2-3, 2022.
News: Kalyagen Announces Attendance at Paleo f(x) 2022 Conference | CitizenWire
AUSTIN, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Kalyagen is pleased to announce that it will be attending and hosting a booth (#121) at the upcoming Paleo f(x)™ 2022 conference to be held in Austin on April 29 – May 1. STEMREGEN® is a unique and patent-pending blend of proprietary plant-based extracts documented to increase the number of circulating […]
News: Atlanta Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Elizabeth Whitaker recognized with several local and national distinctions | CitizenWire
ATLANTA, Ga. /CitizenWire/ — Elizabeth Whitaker, M.D., F.A.C.S., owner and founder of Atlanta Face & Body, has been recognized by several renowned national and local publications for her outstanding work in plastic surgery and minimally invasive aesthetic treatments. The most recent of these was being named in Modern Luxury’s “Top Doctor Spotlight.”
News: MediSked Partners with Medicaid Health Plans of America (MHPA) to Further Support Managed Care | CitizenWire
ROCHESTER, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Furthering its dedication to providing technology solutions to payers in the health and human services industry, MediSked has signed a corporate partnership agreement with Medicaid Health Plans of America (MHPA), MediSked announced today.
News: Edgewood Healthcare Advisors Continues Growth with Strategic Hires | CitizenWire
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Edgewood Healthcare Advisors, a division of EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property and casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that it has hired a team of healthcare experts to help continue to expand its healthcare practice expertise in the Southeast Region.
News: The Spodak Group Offers Free Wellness Scans: The Group continues to provide comprehensive care for their family of patients | CitizenWire
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — The Spodak Dental Group team of dental professionals now offers free digital wellness scans in a continued effort to provide the very best comprehensive care to their family of patients. The Spodak Dental Group team is proud to offer all current and future patients a free digital wellness scan.
News: Oral Vaccine Boosts COVID Immunity: study conducted on nonhuman primates is published in the journal Vaccine | CitizenWire
ROCHESTER, Minn. /CitizenWire/ — Vyriad, Inc., a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing oncolytic virus therapies to treat a wide range of cancers, today announced results confirming the activity of an oral vaccine formulation for boosting immunity against SARS-CoV-2. The full study conducted on nonhuman primates is published in the journal Vaccine.
News: Myrio Therapeutics and Pure MHC, LLC Announce Research Collaboration to Develop Novel, Targeted Antibody-Based Cancer Therapies | CitizenWire
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /CitizenWire/ — Pure MHC, LLC and Myrio Therapeutics Pty Ltd (Myrio) today announced a collaboration to develop new antibody-based oncology therapeutics. The companies will combine Pure MHC’s proprietary offering of MHC peptide targets for oncology with Myrio’s revolutionary Retained Display(tm) (ReD) antibody discovery process to initially create up to three novel therapies […]
News: Neurosoft Bioelectronics Receives Nearly $3 Million in Funding | CitizenWire
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Neurosoft Bioelectronics, an early-stage company developing tools for unmet needs in epilepsy and tinnitus, was awarded nearly $3 million USD, from the SERI-Funded European Innovation Council Accelerator Grant and a share of the $165,000 USD through the European Research Council Proof-of-Concept Grant.
News: NPA Names Davis, Jurado as 2022 Winners of Distinguished Awards | CitizenWire
CHICAGO, Ill. /CitizenWire/ — During its historic twentieth annual conference, the National Postdoctoral Association (NPA) today announced that Geoff Davis, Ph.D., and Kellie Ann Jurado, Ph.D., are the 2022 winners of the organization’s two most prestigious awards in the postdoctoral scholar community.
News: BioAustinCTX Announces Board of Director Leadership Changes | CitizenWire
AUSTIN, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Life Science industry organization, BioAustinCTX, announced today changes to its Board of Directors with the departure of Elisa Maldonado-Holmertz and the appointment of Tami Annable. Over the past several years, Austin and the Central Texas region have developed into one of the fastest-growing life science hubs in the U.S.
News: Key Entrepreneurs to Present at 2022 Bioelectronic Medicine Forum | CitizenWire
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Neurotech Reports, the publisher of the Neurotech Business Report and BioElectRx Business Report newsletters, announced that founders and CEOs of several promising bioelectronic medicine startups will present at the Fifth Annual Bioelectric Medicine Forum on April 5, 2022. The event will take place in New York City, although participation via […]
News: New Tampa Bay Podiatrist Offers Early Morning and Evening Availability | CitizenWire
WESTCHASE, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Early birds and night owls rejoice: a new Tampa Bay podiatrist is setting the bar on convenience with extended clinic hours. Sagar Shah, DPM, recently helped launch the opening of a new location for Modern Foot & Ankle at 10954 Sheldon Rd. in Westchase. This marked the Central Florida group’s seventh […]
News: NYC Dermatologist Opens Wilton Practice and Partners with Sacred Heart University | CitizenWire
WILTON, Conn. /CitizenWire/ — DermMedical, a new dermatology practice located in Wilton, Connecticut, is focused on setting itself apart from other dermatology practices in the region. Dr. Annette Czernik is quite simply a dermatologist with a mission who’s partnering with the community and providing the best patient-centered care around.
News: Kalyagen Announces Supporting Partnership of Two South Florida PGA Events and PGA Associate Jerrel Gill | CitizenWire
AUSTIN, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Kalyagen® is pleased to announce that it is a supporting partner of two upcoming South Florida PGA Section events and golf professional Jerrel Gill. The two events are the South Florida PGA Foundation PGA HOPE Classic on May 12, 2022 and the South Florida Open on June 21-23, 2022.
News: New Centers for Children with Autism Open in Omaha and Lincoln, with Additional Centers Planned for 2022 | CitizenWire
OMAHA, Neb. /CitizenWire/ — Stride Autism Centers (“Stride”), a provider of evidence-based therapy for preschool-age children with autism, is thrilled to announce two new convenient locations in Nebraska. Enrollment for children ages 2-6 has begun for the Lincoln clinic, located at 4545 S 86th St, Suite 101, and for the Omaha clinic, located at 310 […]
News: Great Speech Inc. Strengthens Its Presence Nationwide with Medicare Enrollment | CitizenWire
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Great Speech Inc., a national virtual speech therapy company committed to improving health equity for America’s underserved seniors, today announced its affiliated clinical group Great Therapy Group LLC, has significantly increased the breadth and depth of its provider network nationwide by receiving its own Medicare number.
News: Ask An Optometrist to Improve Your Eye-Q | CitizenWire
DENVER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — The Colorado Optometric Association (COA) and 2020 Eyes Colorado are answering commonly asked patient questions to educate the public on eye health. 2020 Eyes Colorado is the COA’s public awareness initiative to promote healthy eyes and vision across the state throughout the year.
News: Dr. Craig Spodak Joins Candid as the Newest CandidPro Faculty Member | CitizenWire
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Dr. Craig Spodak, founder of the Spodak Dental Group dental practice in Delray Beach, Florida, and founder of the nationwide Bulletproof Dental Practice podcast, has joined Candid, a cutting-edge clear aligner orthodontic system.
News: Kalyagen Announces Attendance at 2022 SXSW Wellness Expo | CitizenWire
AUSTIN, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Kalyagen is pleased to announce that it will be attending and hosting a booth (#215) at the upcoming South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Wellness Expo. The Wellness Expo is open to all SXSW Badges and is free and open to the public from March 12-13, 2022 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. […]
News: GPF Foundation Fellows Providing Critical Perspectives on Peer-to-Peer Outreach While Gaining Real-Time Experience in Harm Reduction Practices | CitizenWire
LAKE FOREST, Ill. /CitizenWire/ — From educational program development to writing a peer-review article on the diagnosis and treatment of patients in medical emergencies due to the use of adulterated street drugs, GPF Foundation Fellows apply their academic knowledge and compassion to develop and deliver educational presentations for the GPF Foundation (GPFF).
News: 26 State Proclamations Kick Off Awareness Month for Unexplained Childhood Deaths | CitizenWire
ROSELAND, N.J. /CitizenWire/ — The Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood (SUDC) Foundation thanks Arkansas, Alabama, Arizona, Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Washington, and Wisconsin for making statewide proclamations declaring March 2022 SUDC Awareness Month.
News: Doctor with an Autism Podcast Believes We Are All on The Autism Spectrum and It Is About Living with Autism, Not Trying to Fix It | CitizenWire
PHOENIX, Ariz. /CitizenWire/ — The Otherness Podcast is a narrative exploring and engaging autism through experienced stories from those who have lived with it. Dr. Todd Peter Levine, a psychiatrist with a brother with autism, presents conversations, concepts and guests covering an array of interactions and experiences from those with or close to autism.
News: Pure Transplant Solutions, LLC and Vall d’Hebron University Hospital Announce Research Collaboration | CitizenWire
AUSTIN, Texas /CitizenWire/ — Pure Transplant Solutions, LLC (PTS), a collaboration driven biotechnology company focused on the development of human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-based diagnostics and therapeutics within the field of transplantation, is proud to announce that it has entered into a research collaboration with Vall d’Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus to develop new technologies for B-cell […]
News: Environmental Organization to Distribute Free Personal Protection Equipment to Non-Profit Organizations and Public | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Coalition For A Safe Environment (CFASE), a 20-year old non-profit environmental justice organization headquartered in Wilmington, California, and its Community Emergency Preparedness Network will be distributing free Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) to community non-profit organizations, public health service providers, churches and the public.
News: Steps to Improve Independence When Living with Visual Impairment | CitizenWire
DENVER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — The Colorado Optometric Association (COA) and 2020 Eyes Colorado are speaking out about how to improve independence and quality of life when experiencing permanent vision loss. 2020 Eyes Colorado is the COA’s eye health public awareness initiative to promote healthy eyes and vision across the state throughout the year.
News: Top South Florida In-home Healthcare Company Expands Reach | CitizenWire
BOCA RATON, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Amerihome Healthcare is excited to announce that due to a recent new hire, it will expand its geographic reach and operations. For more than 10 years, it’s been a leader in Palm Beach’s home health care industry and will now service Broward County as well to focus on in-home health […]
News: A New Mental Health App Has Arrived! The Mavin App | CitizenWire
MILWAUKEE, Wis. /CitizenWire/ — Today, a Wisconsin startup, 3oi LLC announces the launch of the Mavin App, a mental health app to help the world conquer mental health in addition to supporting and educating the masses. Furthermore, the 3oi team is also proud to publicize that we are onboarding participants to the Conscious Venture Lab […]
News: Dr. Jerrold B. Leikin Wins Harm Reduction Award Presented by the GPF Foundation | CitizenWire
LAKE FOREST, Ill. /CitizenWire/ — For his work in medical toxicology, public health and medical education, Dr. Jerrold B. Leikin is the most recent winner of the Harm Reduction Award presented by the GPF Foundation (GPFF), a not-for-profit based in Lake Forest, Illinois that is dedicated to saving lives through awareness about the dangers and […]
News: 2022 Mentor of the Year Finalists Announced: Four academic leaders nominated for strong commitment to mentorship | CitizenWire
ROCKVILLE, Md. /CitizenWire/ — The National Postdoctoral Association (NPA), in partnership with Gallagher, today announced during National Mentoring Month the finalists for the 2022 NPA Gallagher Mentor Award. The award recognizes a faculty member or advisor who engages in exceptional mentoring of postdoctoral scholars.
News: Neuro Diverse Living Announces the Launch of Their New Brand Name, Front Porch Cohousing: A Neuro-Inclusive Community by NDL | CitizenWire
LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa. /CitizenWire/ — Front Porch Cohousing is excited to announce the launch of their new brand and the inspiration behind that change. As a cohousing community of private homes clustered around shared space, Front Porch Cohousing will intentionally design spaces to create opportunities for those with and without neuro or cognitive disabilities to […]
News: Florida Podiatric Group Brings High-Tech, High-Quality Healthcare to Largo | CitizenWire
LARGO, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Modern Foot & Ankle opens its sixth clinic – and first in Pinellas County – on Friday. The Central Florida podiatric group has selected Kyle Haverstrom, DPM, as the provider for the new Largo, Florida, location.
News: MediSked Named Top 10 Population Health Management Solution by Healthcare Tech Outlook | CitizenWire
ROCHESTER, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — MediSked, LLC was named as one of the Top 10 Population Health Management Solution Companies of 2021 by Healthcare Tech Outlook, a print and digital platform offering healthcare decision makers critical information on adopting, innovating and building new programs and approaches to enhance their capability to provide care.