Illinois Health News (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.

HospitalPortal.NET presents a free webinar ‘The Magic of Frontline Engagement in Healthcare’ on 2/7/2012 at 10:30 AM CST that focuses on developing and implementing a transformation strategy in hospitals.

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.

New report objectively reviews fall detection systems to help seniors and their families make educated decisions before purchasing.

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.

Isis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today that it has initiated a Phase 1 study of ISIS-SMNRx in patients with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Isis is developing ISIS-SMNRx as a potential treatment for all types of SMA.

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.

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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.

New meditation CD features the natural healing sounds of the harp.

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.

MAYLÁN Skincare® is proud to support Gilda's Club NYC, a place where individuals and families living with cancer can build social and emotional support, for its Health & Wellness Day by discussing sensitive skincare and demonstrating its products.

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.

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.

Ronald Goers, DDS, offers denture patients a new, two hour treatment that can dramatically increase denture stability. Mini dental implants (MDIs) provide a minimally invasive way for denture-wearers to firmly anchor their dentures in the mouth.

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.

Do you avoid mirrors because you no longer look the way you feel? Are you a working mom and just do not have the downtime associated with most plastic surgery procedures? A liquid facelift may be the right procedure for you!

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

The Central Illinois Endoscopy Center (CIEC) continues to receive impressive patient satisfaction scores; 95% overall in the month of January and 94% in the past 12 months. CIEC is making their mark as a leader in providing superior healthcare.

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

HospitalPortal.NET presents a free webinar ‘The Magic of Frontline Engagement in Healthcare’ on 2/7/2012 at 10:30 AM CST that focuses on developing and implementing a transformation strategy in hospitals.

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.

If you want pain relief then this information can provide you with a helpful treatment option. Sometimes people do not consider a back support for pain reason, but this article will explain why you need to consider one.

New report objectively reviews fall detection systems to help seniors and their families make educated decisions before purchasing.

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.

Local Evanston dentist Robert Stephens of Stephens Dentistry will be heading up to Eagle River, Wisconsin on February 3, 2012 to participate in USA Hockey’s invitation only Pond Hockey National Championship.

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.

As we shift from the heaviness of winter to the airiness of spring, Certified Master Life Coach Tina Haisman will lead an inspiring 8-week group life coaching session for moms of young children at the Lattof YMCA.

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.

Employees and their families have easy access to many medical services

Dr. Austin has been studying cold laser therapy since 2004. His clinic added LLLT services in 2005, & has since become a Full Service Cold Laser Therapy Clinic. He's now providing FREE informational videos for doctors & patients at "ColdLaser.TV"

The second annual "Capital Steps to Radon Action" is sponsored by CanSAR to promote radon awareness and education during January--National Radon Action Month. Information pamphlets and a limited number of free radon test kits will be available.

The Naperville Massage Center is launching a new marketing plan with Groupon and will be greatly discounting massage therapy in Naperville, IL

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.

Embracing Wellness and Its Role in Business Growth: Why your physical health has an important role in determining your financial health.

Nutrition Basics: Fostering Health and Growth for Spinal Muscular Atrophy is Families of SMA’s newest release of the SMA Care Series Booklets, which are provided free of charge to all SMA families, as well as SMA Care Providers worldwide.

Mason City Medical Associates announce appointment of Crystal Falke, PA-C, as new Physician Assistant at their clinic, serving Mason City, IL and area residents.

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.

Austin Family Chiropractic knows that Cold Laser Therapy can produce amazing results since they've been serving Virden IL residents with Cold Laser Therapy since 7/2005 and have been Central IL's premier Full Service Cold Laser Clinic since 7/ 2010.

Horner Chiropractic opened for business in 2012. Horner Chiropractic is a unique clinic that offers chiropractic care to Aurora area residents in the comfort of their own home.

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.

A new online directory of Cold Laser Therapists in the USA, started in December 2011. Our goal is to eventually list all LLLT practitioners and what types of cold laser devices they utilize, making it easier to find an LLLT practitioner.

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.

Isis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today that it has initiated a Phase 1 study of ISIS-SMNRx in patients with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Isis is developing ISIS-SMNRx as a potential treatment for all types of SMA.

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

C.J.W. & Associates, a dental practice led by acclaimed Schaumburg dentist Dr. Corey Walther, expands its reach in Illinois with a new online marketing initiative.

SpiroDoc devices now for sale through Kahntact USA for the first time!

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.

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