Diet and Health
Send2Press : Health, Diet and Fitness
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A one-page online checklist that can be completed in a few minutes accurately indicates whether a patient may have any of four major mental health conditions, according to a study to be published in the March/April 2010 issue of the Annals of Family Medicine. The free, Web-based screener, developed by M-3 Information, is available on-line. The M-3 Checklist is private, simple to use, and does not require any personal information to be divulged.
MIAMI, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Achieve personal and professional goals almost effortlessly. If you want to think better and sharper, feel more confident and experience more well-being in your personal and business life, you'll want to read the new book 'Mind Chi' (ISBN: 978-1-906465-58-2, Wiley, 2010) by co-authors Richard Israel and Vanda North.
SEATTLE, Wash. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- VitalStim(R) Therapy is a patented-therapy process and equipment system developed specifically to treat dysphagia and patients with difficulty swallowing. And, it's safe and effective. Developed by Marcy L. Freed, MA, CCC-SLP, in response to reports that approximately 15 million Americans live with dysphagia, VitalStim Therapy is a non-invasive, external electrical stimulation therapy cleared to market, in December 2002, by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lange Productions announces today that 'Be a Survivor - Lung Cancer Treatment Guide' (ISBN: 978-0-9819489-1-1) is the first book to offer a new approach to this frightening disease. It empowers patients to seek a cure, rather than accept defeat; to approach their diagnosis with hope, and shows them how to seek out effective treatments.
MIAMI, Fla. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The controversy surrounding electronic cigarettes and the FDA continues. As reported by CNN, New York Times and USA Today, the FDA lost its first battle against e-cigarettes in a federal court and is appealing the ruling. However, e-cigarette maker Green Smoke welcomes the challenge as an opportunity for the industry to prove that the e-cigarette is a healthy alternative to traditional tobacco.
FAIRBANKS, Alaska, Feb. 19 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Four years ago Enviromax introduced the world's first external prostate massager, called the Prostate Cradle. Thousands of customers later, the Cradle has helped to revolutionize external prostate massage, or 'prostate milking,' by making it much easier. Now Enviromax has done it again, with the new Prostate Jewel. The Jewel is made with the same soft silicone as the Cradle, with no cushioning holes, for more stimulation.
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- SecuGen, the world's leading optical fingerprint device vendor, is pleased to announce that VT Virtual Technology has chosen the SecuGen Hamster Plus fingerprint reader to authenticate users of the AthenaCentral Enterprise Edition software. The SecuGen Hamster Plus features SecuGen's own fingerprint sensor technology, which is well known for its scratch resistance, ability to match dry and moist fingers, and affordable pricing.
COSTA MESA, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Shuyokan Dojo in Costa Mesa, California is pleased to announce a new course offering: In Control - Practical Verbal Self-Defense. Participants will learn innovative strategies for verbal conflicts in a few short weeks through training in martial arts principles, character analysis, confrontation styles and role-playing for more effective conflict management. The course is being offered through Costa Mesa Parks and Recreation for 10 weeks, starting January, 2010.
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Interactive Health Partner, developed by PCE Health and Fitness, recently expanded exercise logging and fitness tracking capabilities by integrating with Garmin (NASDAQ GS: GRMN) running and fitness devices. Now users can quickly upload workout data from Garmin Forerunner devices into their personal online health and fitness account. It's as easy as plugging in their Garmin fitness device and clicking a button to upload results to their exercise log.
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The new compact LifeSpan TR200 folding treadmill, made by PCE Health and Fitness, was highly praised by treadmill review groups in recent reviews of the best treadmills for 2010. The compact TR200 folding treadmill received awards for Best New Treadmill, Recommended Unique Design, and Best Treadmill under $1000.
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New compact LifeSpan Elliptical Trainers, made by PCE Health and Fitness, were highly rated in annual fitness equipment reviews of best treadmills and elliptical trainers for 2010. The LifeSpan EL3000i elliptical trainer received a Best New Elliptical award from Treadmill Doctor. 'LifeSpan's EL3000i elliptical is a good value for the money,' says Treadmill Doctor.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PivotPro announces that its newly-launched golf training aid, the PivotPro, was the recipient of the prestigious 'Best New Product' award at the recent PGA Fall Expo in Las Vegas. Out of hundreds of exhibitors, only three companies were nominated for this award. Top buyers from around the globe were present for judging.
ATLANTA, Ga. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Operation Medicine Cabinet, a campaign sponsored by Narconon Drug Rehab of Georgia and a local Sheriff's department, provides individuals with a safe way to properly dispose of unused and potentially dangerous medication. Proper control and disposal of potentially dangerous medication is vital, due to the trend of prescription drug abuse with youth.
DETROIT, Mich. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Every day American citizens are being legally given prescription medications for injuries and illnesses, but given the abuse potential many wind up getting hooked on these drugs and moving on to street drugs to feed their habits. This was the topic of an interview that aired today on the Rick Sanchez show on CNN. Why Heroin Is Rampant featured Narconon graduate, Dominick Assante, who personally struggled with this very type of addiction before completing the Narconon drug rehab program several years ago.
NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In recognition of Cataract Awareness Month, Highland Ophthalmology Associates, in New Windsor, NY, will be offering free Cataract Screenings during the month of August, 2009. Highland Ophthalmology Associates encourages anyone at risk to please participate in their Cataract Awareness Program. 'Cataracts are the leading cause of visual loss in Americans 65 and older,' said Mary Davidian, M.D. fellowship trained ophthalmologist at Highland Ophthalmology.
FRESNO, Calif. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- New authorized biography chronicles how famed corporate whistleblower Mark Whitacre turned adversity into a gift; becomes champion of self-managed healthcare. Even during Whitacre's darkest days in prison, he considered himself a fortunate man. He had the love of his wife and family and the support of friends. As he tells it now, it took hitting rock bottom and losing everything for him to learn the most valuable lessons in life: family and supportive friends are more important than power and materialism.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Bed bugs are not just a 'dirty little secret' anymore. On April 15, The EPA suggested that the growing U.S. bed bug problem should be classified as an epidemic. And the costs of dealing with this epidemic can be staggering. 'Bed bugs are reclusive, their eggs and babies are clear and microscopic, they spread fast through homes and hotels alike and the cost of treating in time, money and mental anguish can become extremely expensive,' said Diana Sosa, co-owner of Tennessee based Dog Inspectors.
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