Global Anti-hypertensive Drugs Market to Exceed $66.2 Billion by 2015, According to a New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.
GIA announces the release of a comprehensive global report on Anti-hypertensive Drugs markets. The world market for anti-hypertensive drugs is projected to exceed $66.2 billion by the year 2015. This is primarily driven by a rapid rise in the number of patients suffering from high blood pressure, an aging population, and growing diagnosis and treatment rates. Angiotensin II blockers represent the largest class of drug in terms of revenue generation among the five major classes of drugs used for the treatment of hypertension. (PRWeb Feb 8, 2010)
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New Book Reveals Secrets about the Health Insurance Industry
“Most people know more about vacation planning then buying health insurance.” After selling health insurance for years, Larry Thomas realized that most people didn’t have a clue about what was in their health insurance policies nor did they understand what to look for when purchasing new coverage. His new book The Health Insurance Dilemma: What You Don’t Know About It Can Hurt You! provides a guided tour of the phrases, terms and loopholes found in most health care plans. (PRWeb Feb 8, 2010)
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HCI Appoints Chief Medical Officer and Regional Director for Hospitalist Programs
Hospitalists Consultants, Inc. (http://www.hci-med.com) (HCI) is pleased to announce that on February 1, 2010, Kenneth R. Epstein, MD, MBA, FACP, FHM, stepped into a dual role as Chief Medical Officer and Regional Director for HCI's Hospitalist Programs. (PRWeb Feb 8, 2010)
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50 Free Colonoscopies in 50 Days for 50-Year-Olds
Winston Salem, NC-based Gastroenterology group will once again provide 50 free screening colonoscopies to local community members affected by recent unemployment. (PRWeb Feb 5, 2010)
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White Pine Systems, LLC Wins Prestigious GLEQ Entrepreneurship Award
White Pine Systems, LLC, (dba SPINNphr) an emerging provider of online personal health records (PHR) solutions, took center stage last week as it garnered one of three prestigious awards presented to emerging companies by The Great Lakes Entrepreneur’s Quest. The Great Lakes Entrepreneur’s Quest (GLEQ) presented awards to the mid-year winners in its tenth year of the statewide business plan competition (PRWeb Feb 5, 2010)
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Danya International, Inc., Partners with Text4baby Mobile Health Initiative
Danya is an implementation partner with Text4baby, a first-ever free mobile health service that provides health tips to pregnant women and new moms. (PRWeb Feb 5, 2010)
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Sleep Expert on "Sleep Talkin' Man:" It Could Happen To Anyone
Noted sleep expert and SleepBetter.org contributor comments on nighttime chatterbox who has become an Internet sensation. (PRWeb Feb 5, 2010)
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Murtha Gallbladder Removal Complications Underscore Risk of Common Surgery
NY Lawyer Steven J. Schwartzapfel of Schwartzapfel, Truhowsky, Marcus P.C., has Web site dedicated to medical issues that arise from gallbladder operations. (PRWeb Feb 4, 2010)
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Grieving Families Find Hope, Help, Healing through Financial and Emotional Support from SIDS America
A recent study from Children's Hospital Boston has linked low seratonin levels to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, a discovery that may eventually help prevent tragic SIDS deaths. But in the mean time, thousands of families a year lose their babies to SIDS. In an instant, their world crumbles around them. That's why SIDS America is working to raise awareness about SIDS, teach SIDS prevention methods, and, most urgently, offer support to families whose babies have died from SIDS. The organization is working with families across the United States, providing financial and emotional support for them in the difficult months that follow their baby's death. (PRWeb Feb 4, 2010)
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Chiropractors at Lyn Lake Chiropractic Clinic Provide Minneapolis, MN, Resource As Official MyFoxTwinCities.com ASK THE EXPERTS Sponsor
Lyn Lake Chiropractic, located in Minneapolis, MN, has become an official sponsor of myFOX9.com’s ASK THE EXPERTS Online consumer resource. Their chiropractors now provide information and answer questions about common chiropractic topics ranging from back and neck pain to massage therapy and sports injuries for residents of Hennepin and Ramsey Counties. (PRWeb Feb 4, 2010)
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Peer Review Experts Have Weighed In ... WEIGHLEVEL Is a Proven Winner
Sprunk-Jansen announces positive findings in new, just-published study: "A Double Blinded-Randomized Clinical Study with WEIGHLEVEL, a combination of four medicinal plants used in Traditional Greco-Arab and Islamic Medicine" (PRWeb Feb 4, 2010)
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Jackson Therapy Partners Ends 2009 with Record Growth
Therapy staffing company’s extensive and prestigious client list gives speech-language pathologists, physical therapists and occupational therapists access to the most in-demand jobs in more than 100,000+ facilities across the U.S. (PRWeb Feb 4, 2010)
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Nighttime Care Centers Changes Name to Righttime Medical Care
Nighttime Care Centers has changed its name to Righttime Medical Care. Still a favorite with parents, Righttime's new name lets the public know that daytime services are available for the entire family. Righttime Medical Care is a leader in the urgent care industry, known for combining the best of traditional medicine with cutting edge technology to deliver a superior patient experience. (PRWeb Feb 3, 2010)
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ThermoFab Kicks-Off 2010 Announcing Innovative Medical Enclosure Solutions
Thermofab Is The Leader In Innovative Custom Plastic Enclosure Solutions For Medical Device Companies. Their Proprietary Thermoforming Process Lets Medical Device Firms Create Tighter Tolerances, More Creative Designs, And Greater Detail In The Undercuts. (PRWeb Feb 3, 2010)
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Saddle Up for a Healthier Trip to the Rodeo! BMI of Texas Offers Healthy Eating Advice for Rodeo-bound Texans
It is possible to find healthy food choices when you are attending the rodeo or another entertainment venue. San Antonio bariatric surgeons Dr.Mickey Seger and Dr.Terive Duperier have compiled some healthy eating suggestions for post-op bariatric patients and anyone interested in weight loss. (PRWeb Feb 3, 2010)
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Norwalk Podiatrist Looking for Old Soles
Sound Foot Care Center of Connecticut partners with Soles4Souls; launches shoe drive to benefit ‘Project Haiti.’ (PRWeb Feb 3, 2010)
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Seasoned Pharmaceutical CEO Returns To PreEmptive Meds, Inc.
Along with Dr. Joe Fenn, Mr. Blitzer co-founded PreEmptive Meds, Inc. (PMI) and served as Chief Executive Officer from late 2006 until June 2008. The company has pioneered the promotion of branded, proprietary, all natural, nutraceutical formulations directly to Primary Care Physicians for various pre-disease conditions such as diabetes (PreCrea®), elevated cholesterol and lipids (PreLipid® and PreLipid® Plus), symptoms associated with perimenopause (PreMenora® and PreMenora® Plus), and arthritis symptoms of joint pain and inflammation (PreArthros® and Pre Arthros® Plus). Physician promotion is conducted directly to Primary Care Physicians with a pharmaceutical based sales force comprising seasoned sales associates familiar with the Primary Care Physician community. (PRWeb Feb 2, 2010)
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Fitch, Standard & Poor’s Upgrade Scripps Health to AA-; Scripps to Issue $220 Million in Hospital Revenue Bonds
Fitch Ratings and Standard & Poor’s Rating Services have upgraded Scripps Health from an A+ to a AA- rating with a stable outlook for the issuance of $220 million in California Health Facilities Finance Authority revenue bonds. Proceeds from the series 2010 revenue bonds will fund $120 million in capital projects at Scripps Health’s various patient care facilities and will reimburse Scripps Health for approximately $100 million in prior capital expenditures. (PRWeb Feb 2, 2010)
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Medical-Dental Health Links Continue to Build
Dr. James McAnally was recently interviewed regarding the oral-inflammatory systemic connection. New links between medical-dental health continue to appear. Dr. McAnally's consulting firm, Big Case Marketing, has developed a system for facilitating referrals between the physician and dentist for improving patient health. (PRWeb Feb 1, 2010)
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With Sour Economy and Uncertain Job Market, More Men Are Investing In Family Harmony
A sour economy, soaring health care costs, and uncertain job market is leading increasing numbers of men to marriage education classes for tips and tools to bring greater harmony to their families, improve relationships with spouses and children, and strengthen their ability to weather financial challenges. A recent follow-up study indicates the program is working. (PRWeb Feb 1, 2010)
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Sanford Cancer Center Expands
Sanford Hematology and Oncology Moves to New Location (PRWeb Feb 1, 2010)
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Early Factors Predict Later-Life Stroke Risk, from the Harvard Health Letter
We tend to attribute strokes and heart attacks to genetic factors and adult behaviors. Yet there are some clues that the groundwork for cardiovascular troubles is laid early in life—perhaps even before birth, reports the February 2010 issue of the Harvard Health Letter. (PRWeb Jan 29, 2010)
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Sanford Heart Hospital Physicians Again Recognized Internationally for Innovative Techniques
A unique procedure performed by Tom Stys, MD and Adam Stys, MD with Sanford Heart Hospital was recently selected as case of the week by Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics (TCT), the premier educational resource for the interventional cardiology and endovascular medicine community. (PRWeb Jan 29, 2010)
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The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery Hosts Its 30th Annual Conference in Phoenix on April 14-18, 2010
The American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) will host an unrivaled educational event at its 30th Annual Conference, Laser 2010, Phoenix, Arizona, on April 14-18, 2010 at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel and Phoenix Convention Center. The conference attracts more than 2,000 scientists, clinicians, allied health professionals, industry executives and others involved in laser and light technology. A special press briefing will be held on on Friday afternoon, April 16th featuring key note speakers, award recipients and Society leadership. The Society offers complimentary registration to qualified members of the press. (PRWeb Jan 28, 2010)
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IXICO’s CEO, Derek Hill to Participate in the Coalition Against Major Diseases (CAMD) Consortium
IXICO, Ltd. announced today that Derek Hill, PhD, its CEO, has been invited to participate in the Coalition Against Major Diseases (CAMD) Consortium, founded by the Critical Path Institute (C-Path), in collaboration with the Engelberg Center for Health Care Reform at the Brookings Institution. As a participant, Prof. Hill will help the Consortium achieve its goals in better understanding and defining the devastating effects of neurodegenerative diseases. (PRWeb Jan 28, 2010)
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Stem Cell Therapy News Now Available on Twitter
The XCell-Center announces the official launch of its stem cell therapy news campaign on Twitter.com to meet the demand of prospective and treated patients who wish to receive real-time updates on treatment success stories, newly available treatments and other newsworthy events. (PRWeb Jan 28, 2010)
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New Clinical Staff and Practice Leadership to Keep Busy North Orange County Mental Health Practice Successful in 2010
Insight Psychotherapy Group (IPG) in Los Alamitos, California is looking toward 2010 as a year for continued growth in services, infrastructure and product lines. New additions to clinical staff and a new practice director ensure IPG will continue to offer new appointments to all clients within 1 - 2 weeks of calling and be able to offer services for Autism, Aspergers, neuropsychological evaluation and EAP/business consultation. (PRWeb Jan 28, 2010)
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Western Dental Opens New Offices in Nevada
Affordable dentistry chain with locations in California and Arizona expands to include new affiliate offices in Nevada. (PRWeb Jan 27, 2010)
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