Chicago Health News (Illinois, United States)

DBSA-GC's 13th Annual Symposium is designed for consumers of services, family, friends, and coworkers of persons with mood disorders. There will be an extensive examination of mindful decision making in the process of achieving productive living.

This release lists HR Solutions International's 2011 Employee Engagement Award winners.

What is self-talk and how can it help children with special needs? Learn more about what inner dialogues are, the benefits of self talk and ways parents can encourage positive self-talk for their children with disabilities.

Art-loving Printer's Row dentist sponsors neighborhood contest for kids

Certified Nursing Aide jobs continue to be strong in the Chicagoland market. Professional caregivers interested in growing their careers can obtain a nursing aide certification at a Chicago C.N.A. School.

Comprehensive Hospital Information System Technology offers entire facilities new options in Core HIS functionality.

The soon-to-open Alden Estates of Shorewood will offer short-term orthopedic recovery and post-acute services

This release discusses Avatar International LLC acquiring HR Solutions, Inc.

Local restaurants commit to healthier menu options for kids in Chicago. Spearheaded by a concerned parent, Healthy Fare for Kids is an initiative designed to help children create a habit of eating nutritious, delicious and seasonal foods.

This month Creative Child created a new category - "nurturing eye development" - within Parenting Aids - for award-winning baby books "Eye Games for Baby" and "Baby's First Stroller Book". Available now, these books fill a void in the baby market.

The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) officially launched the AACS Job Board. The AACS Job Board represents a first in the field of cosmetic and plastic surgery, featuring unique functionality and benefits to both job seekers and employers.

Children need to exercise their brains. Playing helps stimulate children's growing brains and improves cognitive function, especially in children with special needs.

Over 500 children trick-or-treated through ‘haunted hallways’ at Alden Debes Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Rockford, where more than 14,500 pieces of candy were handed out by residents and staff at the Annual Alden Halloween Adventure.

Over a dozen residents, families, friends and neighbors of Alden Lincoln Park Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Chicago walked at the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease.

Alden Valley Ridge Rehabilitation and Health Care Center held a Bloomingdale Chamber of Commerce After Hours Mixer for local business professionals. The event included special remarks by Jane Hove, Executive Director of the Chamber.

For the past four years, residents of Alden's six Health Facilities for Children and Young Adults have taken great pride in participating in the Special Olympics Illinois-Alden Fall Games for individuals with special needs.

Tatiana Gipson was named Resident Services Director of the Year by the Illinois Health Care Association (IHCA). The awards were announced during a dinner ceremony at the IHCA Annual Convention.

Nancy Smith, LPN, at Alden Wentworth Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Englewood was named 2011 Nurse of the Year by the Illinois Health Care Association (IHCA) during a Ovations Ceremony at the IHCA Annual Convention.

Robert J. Molitor, Chief Operating Officer at Alden Management Services in Chicago, was sworn in as a member of the Board of Directors during The Center for Developmental Disabilities Advocacy and Community Supports annual meeting.

Ireen Evangelista, RN, has been named 2011 Director of Nursing of the Year by the Illinois Health Care Association (IHCA). The awards were announced during a dinner ceremony at the IHCA Annual Convention.

Agents affiliated with RE/MAX offices in the northern Illinois real estate network donated more than $100,000 to Children’s Memorial Hospital of Chicago in 2011.

Senior caregivers and Certified Nursing Aides are hired weekly by more than 10,000 licensed senior home care agencies and hospices. These senior care companies turn to Caregiverlist.com to hire and train new caregivers each week.

DBSA-GC's 13th Annual Symposium is designed for consumers of services, family, friends, and coworkers of persons with mood disorders. There will be an extensive examination of mindful decision making in the process of achieving productive living.

BestMassage, the international massage table and supplies warehouse, is offering seven new continuing education courses through the Center for Massage Therapy Continuing Education Program.

This release lists HR Solutions International's 2011 Employee Engagement Award winners.

What is self-talk and how can it help children with special needs? Learn more about what inner dialogues are, the benefits of self talk and ways parents can encourage positive self-talk for their children with disabilities.

In nature, playing is an important part of growing up for animals. Recently studies point out the value of play in humans. Scientists like Darwin spoke early on of the importance of play. Read more about the proven value of play for children.

Art-loving Printer's Row dentist sponsors neighborhood contest for kids

Gerald Edds, MD, FACS, has been named President of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS). Dr. Edds was officially inducted at the AACS 28th Annual Scientific Meeting in Las Vegas.

The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) announced its highest attendance in the Academy’s history with more than 700 medical professionals at its 28th Annual Scientific Meeting.

A molecule in the membrane of human liver cells that helps cholesterol absorption also happens to permit the entry of hepatitis C virus.

BestMassage.com, the international massage table and supplies warehouse, is guaranteeing that the polyurethane covering on their massage tables and massage chairs is odor-free.

Leadership expert shares weighty tips to get bosses and organizations in better health in 2012

BestMassage.com, the international massage table and supplies warehouse, is adding to its line of Traditional Chinese Medicine Therapies with the Acucups Natural Rubber Cupping Therapy Set and the Acucups Cupping Massage DVD.

Certified Nursing Aide jobs continue to be strong in the Chicagoland market. Professional caregivers interested in growing their careers can obtain a nursing aide certification at a Chicago C.N.A. School.

Top Chicago cosmetic dentist at Printers Row Dentistry talks about the different methods available for teeth whitening

Nursing homes have become an extension of a hospital stay for seniors and understanding the costs and ratings during the Medicare-covered stay and long-term stays under Medicaid are the first steps when planning senior care.

BestMassage, the international massage table and supplies warehouse, has two new PowerLift massage tables; the Cozy LiftBack PowerLift massage table and the Cozy Spa LiftBack PowerLift massage table, both available for delivery in January of 2012.

Newly appointed executive chef offers rehab patients restaurant dining at Alden Estates of Shorewood

Enhancing eDiscovery Practices through Risk Mitigation, Implementing Strategies for Cost-Containment and Reducing Volume of Data for Preservation, Collection and Review

Comprehensive Hospital Information System Technology offers entire facilities new options in Core HIS functionality.

The soon-to-open Alden Estates of Shorewood will offer short-term orthopedic recovery and post-acute services

Moving Toward a Unified Reimbursement Process across Europe through the Creation of Specific Pathways for New & Existing Medical Technologies, while Meeting Increasing Clinical Data Requirements and Maximizing Positive HTA Decisions

Short-term rehab patients have fun bowling every Wednesday while rehabbing

The newly opened Alden Estates of Skokie on Old Orchard Road in Skokie achieved a deficiency-free survey from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)

Research shows play is therapeutic for special needs children. Toys help children to renew their spirit and confidence while they enhance abilities. Read more about ways to evaluate what toys are most beneficial for a child with special needs.

Increasing Shareholder Value and Corporate Brand through the Effective Use of PR and Corporate Communications, from Crisis Communication to Social Media and Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives

This release discusses Avatar International LLC acquiring HR Solutions, Inc.

BestMassage.com, the international massage table and supplies warehouse, has recently launched its Facebook store page giving it the ability to reach millions of Facebook users.

A video about "Follow the Sun: A Simple Way to Use Astrology for Living in Harmony," an art and astrology book, is available on YouTube. The book is by astrologer/artist Anne Nordhaus-Bike.

Strategies for Successful & Compliant Medical Communication & Publication Planning within the Pharmaceutical Industry through the Use of Social Media, Teamwork between Departments & Global Communication

Local restaurants commit to healthier menu options for kids in Chicago. Spearheaded by a concerned parent, Healthy Fare for Kids is an initiative designed to help children create a habit of eating nutritious, delicious and seasonal foods.

Get the latest dental knowledge at the 25th annual Clinic and Research Day, set for Thursday, March 8, at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) College of Dentistry, 801 S. Paulina St., Chicago, IL.

Elizabeth Brunner, VP of operations for Alden Management Services, played a key role in the enactment of “Strengthening Our Nursing Homes Act", an important step in reforming Wisconsin’s nursing home survey.

Ashley Wilson has been named administrator of Alden at Fort HealthCare in Fort Atkinson Wisconsin.

Chicago based cosmetic dentist offers state-of-the-art dental services to accommodate the full spectrum of cosmetic dentistry

This month Creative Child created a new category - "nurturing eye development" - within Parenting Aids - for award-winning baby books "Eye Games for Baby" and "Baby's First Stroller Book". Available now, these books fill a void in the baby market.

ORA® Oral Surgery & Implant Studio is proud to announce that their Chicago Loop oral surgery practice is the most recent recipient of the “Greenest Business” Award by the Alliance for a Greener South Loop.

Over 70 children and their families attended the Annual Alden Poplar Creek Halloween Adventure where more than 5,400 pieces of candy were handed by residents and staff at Alden Poplar Creek Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Hoffman Estates.

Over 200 families attended the Annual Alden Estates of Naperville Halloween Adventure where more than 11,800 pieces of candy were handed out by residents and staff at Alden Estates of Naperville Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Naperville.

Opening Spring 2012, Alden Estates of Shorewood Rehabilitation and Health Care Center will offer state-of-the-art physical, occupational and speech therapies daily as well as orthopedic, cardiac, stroke/neurological and pulmonary rehabilitation.

Annette Borcky, RN, has been appointed administrator of Alden Estates of Shorewood, specializing in short-term orthopedic recovery and post-acute services. Borcky will provide leadership at the facility, which is opening in Spring 2012.

Over 100 families attended the Annual Alden Estates of Orland Park Halloween Adventure where more than 10,150 pieces of candy were handed out by residents and staff at Alden Estates of Orland Park Rehabilitation and Health Care Center.

Wake Up Sunshine!, a growing Chicago, IL - based afternoon radio program, is today announcing it will, on November 15, 2011, officially launch its new eBook and CD with a live broadcast 6 pm PST, 8 pm CST, and 9 pm EST.

The American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS) officially launched the AACS Job Board. The AACS Job Board represents a first in the field of cosmetic and plastic surgery, featuring unique functionality and benefits to both job seekers and employers.

Children need to exercise their brains. Playing helps stimulate children's growing brains and improves cognitive function, especially in children with special needs.

Marbles’ Fun Assortment Includes Unique Games, Puzzles, Books, Software And More – For Every Brain On Your List

Plastic Surgeon Robert Kagan, in Chicago, has begun using a new procedure that helps enhance and restore a youthful contour to the face, breasts, lips, hands and buttocks.

Interview with Kevin Mayo, Senior Director (HOPE) Endo Holdings

Over 500 children trick-or-treated through ‘haunted hallways’ at Alden Debes Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Rockford, where more than 14,500 pieces of candy were handed out by residents and staff at the Annual Alden Halloween Adventure.