2008 a tough year for local businesses (part 2) (422) Dec 30, 2008
30: Jcal Services, a five-year-old durable medical equipment and respiratory services provider, will move its corporate offices and warehouse to the old Timex Corp. headquarters in Middlebury next week. The company, which has about 55 employees, also said it will open a 1,800-square-foot retail store at 497 Watertown Ave. in Waterbury in November. (Republican-American)
Four special homes to be visited Dec 9, 2008
Tickets 25 for both the home tour and candlelight tea are available at all Santa Barbara Bank branches, Union Bank of California, Longs Drug Store, Lompoc Valley Chamber of Commerce, CoastHills Federal Credit Union branches, Community Bank, Rabobank and Lompoc Valley Medical Center Administration ... Proceeds benefit the new Lompoc Valley Medical Center Equipment Fund. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Police Beat: Nov. 25, 2008 Nov 25, 2008
Farris was taken to Mat-Su Regional Medical Center with moderate injuries ... Smith and passenger Irene Pungalik, 21, Wasilla, were taken to Mat-Su Regional Medical Center. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Plans for medical mall at former Target fall through Oct 5, 2008
The hopes of Dr. Robert Smythe to purchase the former Target building on 32nd Street to develop a medical mall there have fallen through, said Dan Winters, a real estate agent with Michael W. Curtis Realty who was working with Smythe on the project ... However, he said, Smythe is still pursuing the concept of a medical mall, probably on a smaller scale. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Tour homes, walk for CARES, find those sports cards Sep 6, 2008
Micro-chipping and I.D. tags will be available for purchase, and all donations will go to Paws to Help, an organization which offers abused and abandoned pets relief through medical care, foster care opportunities and adoption. The Casper Senior Center, 1831 E. 4th St., invites you to dance from 7-10 p.m. to music provided by Casper's 5 piece band, "Swing Sounds." Admission is 4 per person. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Marriage reunion, other special events are scheduled in Nashua this weekend Aug 1, 2008
One of those buildings served as Dr. William S. Pitts medical office. The Little Brown Church in the Vale and the Old Bradford Pioneer Village Museum are located one mile east of Nashua on Iowa Highway 346. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Quirky U.S. spots, from $139 Jul 23, 2008
Some neighboring cities boast strange attractions of their own, such as Philadelphia's Mutter Museum, dedicated to medical oddities; a tree in Villanova, Pa. that's mysteriously covered in chocolates and flowers at all times; and the Littlest Church near Marsh Creek State Park in Downington, Pa. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Police Beat: July 4, 2008 Jul 4, 2008
Last Updated on Friday, Jul 04, 2008 - 04:09:57 am AKDT. News and Features for Wasilla, Alaska. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
An isolated paradise Jun 25, 2008
Because it s a retirement-type community, medical is our biggest call segment. Also, Highway 140 is the worst in the state for accidents for its size. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Getting gold May 24, 2008
Life was harsh on the frontier, when miners had to carry their own provisions, shelter and medical aide. Winters were cold, and then spring rains washed away miners' tools. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Classifieds 4/15/08 Apr 16, 2008
HELP WANTED omni medical staffing, llc is seeking Rn s and lpn s and c.N.A per diem shifts nursing: homes you pick the days and shifts you want to work excellent compensation call sam elliott at 1-799-348-0025. HELP WANTED Our top regional driver made 64,944 in 2007. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Top Swiss Exports & Imports Apr 12, 2008
Other scientific, medical and hospital equipment ; $710. 3 million (4. (Suite101.com)
Mammography screening offered at May Community Center Mar 22, 2008
Eligible women will receive the same high quality mammograms available at MDA in the Texas Medical Center ... Anyone concerned about physical ability, or a serious medical condition, should see a doctor before taking this class ... Anyone concerned about physical ability, or who has a serious medical condition, should consult a doctor before taking this class. (Lake Houston Sun, TX)
Letters to the Editor - 3/4/2008 Mar 5, 2008
Free medical, free higher education, open borders and a free smorgasbord of programs ... I have to follow the rules; I have to pay for my medical bills and insurance ... In any other country, his medical bills would be nothing, but here, they're half a million dollars. (North County Times)
Imaging centers work to keep up with hospital 'Joneses' Feb 25, 2008
But this is no spa; rather, it is an outpatient medical facility. Specifically, this is on Gate Parkway, one of more than three dozen free-standing imaging centers not located inside hospitals, competing for Jacksonville's physician referrals with increasingly sophisticated magnetic resonance imaging and computerized tomography scans. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
On display (49) Feb 15, 2008
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center Auxiliary, 3600 N.W. Samaritan Drive ... Heritage Museum, 112 S. Third St. The museum is an historic church that houses artifacts, medical instruments, blacksmith tools, covered wagon replica and items relating to the history of Independence ... East Linn Museum, 746 Long St. Farm machinery, household goods, tools, medical equipment, musical instruments and logging and mining equipment dating from the 1800s. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
VOTE ON EAST AURORA SCHOOL BOARD SEAT, PROJECT FUNDING IS TUESDAY Jan 24, 2008
Before beginning his work at the antique store four years ago, Malys ran the medical division of a public company based in England. "In that role I ran a medical equipment manufacturing company in Orchard Park," and was responsible for eight companies in four countries, he explained. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
Letter from India Jan 18, 2008
During the two-year inquiry, investigators found that because the credentials of suppliers were not properly checked, faulty "neonatal equipment that lacked adequate electrical grounding, potentially exposing babies and their medical staff to electrical shocks" was supplied to hospitals in the impoverished eastern state of Orissa, along with badly manufactured surgical equipment that was liable to explode ... Elsewhere, investigators noted collusion and bid rigging by contractors hoping to make... (International Herald Tribune)
Classified 1/8/08 Jan 9, 2008
Medical, *Business, *Paralegal, *Computers, *Criminal Justice. Job Placement Assistance. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
2007 A year of change Jan 1, 2008
On the medical front, a new doctor arrived in Alva. Dr. James Colvert, Jr., moved his practice from Elk City to Alva as an employee of Share Medical Center. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
A Frisco for the future Jan 1, 2008
He was transported to Centennial Medical Center where he was pronounced dead. The driver of the Suburban was 50-year-old Martha Furtick of Celina. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Keep your insurance up to date for 2008 Dec 30, 2007
Get supplies Emergency organizations suggest every household carry enough food, water, medical supplies and other equipment to last at least 72 hours. This is true whether the emergency requires evacuation or to stay at home. (North County Times)
2007, a Year of DeLuca, Other Dramas in Region Dec 28, 2007
Time was running out as Dr. Howard pulled up, stopped and called upon his medical training to save the toddler's life. Toward the end of the month, it was announced that the Greenwoods Theatre in Norfolk, the subject of a long and twisting battle between the former owner and the town over taxes, would be auctioned. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Space Station Cargo Ship Launches With Gifts, Supplies Dec 24, 2007
Among the things carried on board the Progress spacecraft are food, fuel, scientific instruments for experiments, sanitary and hygiene products and medicines for the crew, including fresh underwear, personal hygiene products and medical equipment. The spacecraft will also deliver to the ISS Christmas and New Year gifts for the crew, and birthday presents for Russian cosmonaut Yuri Malenchenko, who turned 46 on Saturday. (Space.com)
Classifieds 11/27/07 Nov 28, 2007
Medical, *Business, *Paralegal, *Computers, *Criminal Justice, Job Placement Assistance. Financial aid and computer provided if qualified. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
20 comments Nov 12, 2007
Both soldiers were arrested on June 4 for selling stolen Army equipment 00004000 and medical supplies. The soldier thieves could have offered the contraband to gang members or flea market merchants. (Human Events Online)
Kennedy’s 'Hate Crimes' Help for the Military Nov 9, 2007
Both soldiers were arrested on June 4 for selling stolen Army equipment and medical supplies. The soldier thieves could have offe 00004000 red the contraband to gang members or flea market merchants. (Human Events Online)
Banding together for Justin Boose Nov 9, 2007
The 17-year-old was in a coma and underwent about three months of treatment in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Hershey Medical Center and the Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital in Philadelphia before returning home last week ... I just determined there was a need to help with medical and transportation (costs), Mullen said, explaining that she had gotten to know Justin and his family over the last two years. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Classified 11/06/07 Nov 7, 2007
HELP WANTED Medical Coding Specialist needed for physician s office located in Pontiac Illinois ... Must have experience, and/or training in medical billing coding. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Sycamore Public Library Happenings Nov 4, 2007
Medical books that are 10 years old do not take into account all that has been learned over those years. Wouldn't it be far worse to read that the diagnosis your doctor just gave you was incurable because when the book was written a cure had not been found, than to see a caring, intelligent librarian take that withdrawn book to the Dumpster and a few minutes later shelve the new up-to-date book that now provides a solution. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Bulletin board Oct 24, 2007
The Longwood Symphony Orchestra of musicians from Boston s major medical institutions has selected the Melanoma Education Foundation and the Children s Melanoma Prevention Foundation to benefit from a concert to be presented at Symphony Hall in Boston on Friday, Oct. 26, at 8 pm ... This fundraiser for Acacia Rizzo who has a rare incurable blood vessel disorder of the lungs known as Primary Pulmonary Hypertension is to help lessen their financial worries while Acacia and her mother plan a stay... (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Weekend Happenings Oct 24, 2007
Caps will be distributed to patients at Clement J. Zablocki Veterans Administration Medical Center. (262) 646-3930. (Sussex Sun, WI)
Health Department announces flu shot clinics Oct 13, 2007
CMA Musculoskeletal practice in Norman is seeking a Medical Assistant. Position provides support for an Orthopedic Surgeon. (Norman Transcript)
Lipsyte: Sports Summer Oct 13, 2007
According to on July 27, "U.S. Army medical examiners were suspicious about the close proximity of the three bullet holes in Pat Tillman's forehead and tried without success to get authorities to investigate whether the former professional football player's death amounted to a crime...; The doctors -- whose names were blacked out -- said the bullet holes were so close together that it appeared the Army Ranger was cut down by an M-16 fired from a mere 10 yards or so away." Oh, and by the way, "No... (Zmag.org)
Police Beat: Oct. 12, 2007 Oct 13, 2007
Oct. 6: Police responded to Mile 2 Knik-Goose Bay Road for a medical assist with Mat-Su Fire and Rescue. A 47-year-old Goodnews Bay man was transported to Mat-Su Regional Medical Center for an undisclosed medical condition. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Mitsui & Co (USA) UK Regulatory Announcement: Annual report & accounts Oct 8, 2007
During the year ended March 31, 2007, the medical health care cost trend rate was 10. 0%, decreasing to 4. (BusinessWire)
A house full of hominess Aug 11, 2007
Old books and antique medical equipment (Terry is a radiologist) are among the accessories. The combined living and dining room has a more formal feel. (AZCentral -- Home)
How to get a little extra on the side Aug 11, 2007
Guinea pigs If you're on 60 a day forget it, but if you are fit and healthy, you can earn 70 to 150 a day by taking part clinical and medical trials ... On a similar note, medical laboratories will pay fit, healthy non-smokers to give blood for scientific research - up to 100 for 600ml. (Guardian Unlimited)
Home Insurers' Secret Tactics Cheat Fire, Disaster Victims, Hike Profits Aug 4, 2007
William Hager and his wife, Geneva, who suffered neck and back injuries after the family's car was rear-ended in a 1997 accident in Lexington, sued the insurer, claiming the company failed to cover her medical expenses. The case is scheduled to go to trial in October. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Aug 2, 2007
MEDICAL (Bowman, SHNS) -- The Medical Journal ... CAL-MEDICAL (Fernandez, San Francisco Chronicle) -- In an emerging crisis for California's elderly and poor, all Medi-Cal funding will be halted this week to an estimated 500 hospitals throughout the state and 11,000 nursing homes, hospices and adult-day-care centers. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Golf Gets Generous: SweetWoodGolf.com Focuses its Attention on Charities, Benefits and National Fundraiser Events Jul 27, 2007
And although the goals of such organizations range from discovering medical cures to basic educational scholarship programs, the overall purpose seems to be the same. To raise awareness and to generate funding for go-forward efforts. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Vet therapy: When pets get plastic surgery Jul 22, 2007
The trend seemed to pick up steam in 2005 when Dr. Alan J. Schulman of the Animal Medical Center of Southern California told MSNBC that, as an orthopedic veterinary surgeon, he was perfecty willing to perform any kind of legitimate plastic surgery for an animal (to improve breathing, for instance, or fix broken teeth or eliminate diseased skin folds). But, he insisted, no liposuction. (Newsday -- Business)
Road Work Rage Closes Calif. Highway Jul 21, 2007
MEDICAL Certified Medical Assistant Needed for a busy practice in Greenvi. Academic Advisor for Extended Programs: Barton College seeks candidates f.. (The Daily Reflector)
Auction benefits Old Order Amish medical needs Jun 21, 2007
Daily American Online Your one stop spot for News, Sports and Entertainment. Weather in Somerset, PA. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Obituaries for Tuesday, June 19, 2007 Jun 19, 2007
John George Felsheim, 85, of La Crosse died Saturday, June 16, 2007, at Franciscan Skemp Medical Center in La Crosse after a long illness ... Frederick W. Nelson, 82, of Trempealeau died Monday, June 18, 2007, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
May 30 Your Community in Brief May 31, 2007
He is currently awaiting a bone marrow transplant and the family is raising funds for surgery and other medical expenses ... Donations are also being accepted at Bank of America for the Adam Isaiah Garay Medical Fund. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Optometrist Eric Helwig always had an eye for LaFayette May 12, 2007
He has picked up everything from prosthetic eyes to medical equipment, and many of his collectibles came from eBay. It kind of fascinates me, Helwig said. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Business in Brief (Th) May 4, 2007
Dr. Amit Bhargava, of Pikesville, opened a medical practice at 9199 Reisterstown Road in Owings Mills. The Hearing Assessment Center, in Lutherville, is offering a screening program for people to self-test for hearing loss. (Towson Jeffersonian, MD)
Weekend Guide Apr 26, 2007
WOYZECK Georg Buchner's drama about a military man who offers himself for medical experiments to feed his family. Carnegie Mellon University, School of Drama, Helen Wayne Rauh Studio Theater, Oakland. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Paddle a canoe for charity Apr 20, 2007
OCEANSIDE -- Tri-City Hospital Auxiliary will hold its Spring Social Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 28 in the Assembly Rooms at Tri-City Medical Center, 4002 Vista Way ... Fun things will include a realistic flight simulator, water drops from a firefighting helicopter, a U.S. Air Force flyover, an emergency medical display by Mercy Air and model aircraft air shows by the Palomar RC flyers ... CARLSBAD -- Carlsbad residents 60 years of age and older who cannot drive and are in need of... (North County Times)
* World News Quick Take Mar 25, 2007
Health Minister Chua Soi Lek said a ministry committee has recommended placing at least one doctor, two nurses and three medical assistants at each national service training camp, the New Straits Times and the Star newspapers reported. More stretchers, inhalers for asthmatic recruits and other medication will be provided for camps, while ambulances will be stationed at locations far from hospitals, Chua was quoted as saying by the New Straits Times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Regional Round-up Mar 17, 2007
The medical equipment will be distributed to school nurses in the county. Washington County has one of the highest rural rates in the state for asthma-related ER visits. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Father knows best Mar 4, 2007
Red Sox Patriots Celtics Bruins Revolution Colleges High school Others NESN Dirt Dogs Calendar Memorabilia. So what was life like before these players arrived in the Hub of Hockey. (Boston Globe)
Around the Valley Feb 28, 2007
MONTROSE A medical benefit fund has been set up to help the family of Ubaldo Blas ... People who would like to help the Blas family can make donation at the Montrose Bank to the Medical Benefit Fund of Ubaldo Blas ... OLATHE The Farm Worker Health Services is offering assistance with medical, dental and medications to eligible agricultural workers. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Appraisal Fair set for today at public library Feb 27, 2007
"We had someone bring in an antique Vitrola, which was really interesting; we've had old medical equipment that makes you thankful for modern medicine, coins, a lot of sports memorabilia, which is always popular. It's not just a place to come and see what something's worth," she explained. "It's also a place someone can come and find out the history of that particular antique, it's a great networking opportunity. People want to know what they have, and other people are happy to give them that... (Pasadena Citizen, TX)
Out There: Thrift Store Book Makes Toddler Rich Feb 26, 2007
Perez had stayed in the jail's medical wing since July 2, 2005, after allegedly stealing a bottle of Pepsi from a Wal-Mart in Schererville, Dominguez said. A police report that referred to the man as "Edward Hammer-Perez" said that before stealing the soda, he said he had just gotten out of jail and wanted to go back. (Fox News -- Views)
Tommy Chong to help raise money for Ed Rosenthal's pot fight Feb 25, 2007
"The party will celebrate how far we've come in legalizing medical marijuana as well as provide me with the money I need to fund my current trial that is defending all of our rights," Rosenthal, 62, told The Oakland Tribune ... Famed for his marijuana cultivation books and the "Ask Ed" column he wrote for High Times magazine, Rosenthal was convicted of three marijuana-growing felonies in 2003, more than a year after federal agents raided sites including his Oakland home, an Oakland warehouse in... (North County Times)
Copy of Declaration costs $2.48 Feb 25, 2007
Medical /Surgery Nursing Professor. Great Opportunity. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Emergency Service College provides specialized classes Feb 20, 2007
"The attendees had the opportunity to participate in professional fire and rescue training, take emergency medical service classes and receive certification in some of their fields.They also had many hands-on training opportunities, such as learning how to safely drive emergency vehicles on a driving range, conducting a bus rescue, putting out fires and dealing with hazardous materials.Brene Duggins, a volunteer firefighter at Holly Grove Fire Department, has been attending the college for three... (Foster's Daily Democrat)
Don't be cruel: Elvis impersonators are not all the same Feb 12, 2007
A medical examiner hired by the family concluded that he died from an accidental combination of methadone and antidepressants, but results of an official autopsy have not been released. An inquest into his death is scheduled to begin March 27. (North County Times)
Whitney Houston Outfits, Gear Go Up For Auction Jan 10, 2007
Provide your zip code, some medical information and account for any risky activities and you can get a handful of life insurance quotes online immediately. You don't have to spend big bucks to get those repairs done on your car. (WNBC.com, NY)
Plain talk, not codes? That's 10-4 Jan 2, 2007
"Though the Wilmington Police Department and others in New Hanover County are working toward moving away from using the codes, Wilmington police Lt. Kathy Cochran said the transition will take some time."In extreme stress, we'd probably revert to 10 codes," said Cochran, who is helping to spearhead the department's transition efforts.The chosen fewNew Hanover County firefighters and emergency medical workers already have left the 10 codes behind, said Steve Smith, director of public safety... (The Morning Star)
