Video: CVS/pharmacy Pays Tribute to Caregivers and Announces Winners of the 'For All the Ways You Care' Contest

Pat Pumphret of Winthrop, Mass., awarded $25,000 grand prize for lifelong dedication to fostering chronically ill children; nine finalists receive $10,000 each for their acts of caring WOONSOCKET, R.I., May 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Today, CVS/pharmacy, the nation's leading retail pharmac...

Wyclef Jean and Miri Ben-Ari to Lead Phoenix House Tribute to Lisa Ellis of Fireman Capital Partners and Carnival House Recordings

Phoenix Rising Award Dinner to Benefit Phoenix House The Plaza, New York, March 30, 2009, 6:30 PM NEW YORK, March 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Wyclef Jean , the Grammy Award-winning musician, producer, and humanitarian, will join Fireman Capital Partners Chairman and former Reebok CEO Paul F...

Sunday's AIDS Walk Boston at the Esplanade Gets Tribute from Cyndi Lauper at True Colors Concert Tour Launch Rehearsal

Public Invited for Sunday's AIDS Walk, Run and Wellness Festival with Festivities at 9:30 a.m., Walk at 10 a.m. BOSTON, May 31 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Cyndi Lauper, in Boston to launch the True Colors Tour this weekend, took a break from her rehearsal on Friday night to meet ...

Workers' Memorial Day Event to Stage Mock Public Funeral Procession to Pay Tribute to Fallen Workers

On An Average Day in the Workplace, 153 Workers Lose Their Lives, Another 11,233 Are Injured LOS ANGELES, April 25 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Organizers for the annual Workers' Memorial Day sponsored by The Southern California Coalition for Occupational Safety and Health (SoCalCOSH), UCLA-...

The Oncologist Pays Tribute to Dr. Judah Folkman

Pioneering Discoveries Led to Angiogenesis-Inhibiting Drugs for Cancer Treatment DURHAM, N.C., Feb. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- The February issue of The Oncologist presents a special tribute to the late Judah Folkman, M.D. -- a legendary surgeon and researcher whose scie...

Pennsylvania Governor Rendell Remembers, Celebrates the Life of Lt. Governor Catherine Baker Knoll During Capitol Tribute

HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov. 21 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- During a memorial service in the Capitol Rotunda, Governor Edward G. Rendell today remembered Lieutenant Governor Catherine Baker Knoll as a lifelong teacher, an important partner in public service, and a tireless advocate for the people of Pen...

Glowing Tribute to Obesity Clinic in Glasgow

Glasgow Weight Management Service caters to the needs of about 1,000 people annually. The National Obesity Forum awarded the Primary Care Award for Excellence in Weight// Management 2006 to Glasgow Royal Infirmary clinic. Judges admired the high standards that were maintained by this clinic. Glow...

Fox 11 News Anchor Christine Devine to Co-Host 2nd Annual "An Evening for Autism" Event

...evelopment of Newport Beach (9 Chadbourne Court). This first-class, fully-catered event will include four live bands (two Steel Drum bands, a Beatles tribute and a Rockin House Party Band), a golf putting green, pool tables, pinball machines, video games, valet parking, red-carpet entrance, and eight bevera...

Office of National Drug Control Policy Taps RIESTER creative for Use in National Anti-Meth Campaign

...y. ONDCP has selected three End Meth Now TV advertisements as part of its national outreach: " Sisters " This spot is an emotional tribute to the childhood bond formed between siblings and the importance of that relationship in fighting addiction to meth. The TV ad garnered acclaim from v...

Rita's Squeezes Pediatric Cancer with $451,000 Donation

...to Rita's guests. All guests had the option to personalize their paper lemons, which were then displayed in the local store's "Wall of Hope," a visual tribute to the community's participation in the fundraiser. In 2006, Rita's officially became a corporate partner of ALSF and implemented its unique pa...

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Tribute in Medical Technology

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to Honor Duane DeSisto of Insulet Corporation and Senator Edward M. Kennedy at 27th Annual Hearts & Heroes Gala

... Saturday, May 16, 2009 at the Boston Marriott Copley Place. JDRF will pay tribute to Duane DeSisto, President and Chief Executive Officer of Insulet Corporat...ter of Business Administration from Bryant College. JDRF will also pay tribute to Senator Kennedy for the significant impact he has had through public pol...

Pharmaxis Announces Positive Results of Phase 3 Cystic Fibrosis Trial

...nvolved in the development of Bronchitol and their assistance has been invaluable. The trial was complex and challenging and this landmark result is a tribute to their efforts." Dr Alan Robertson will host a teleconference to discuss the results on Tuesday 5th May at 8.00am (Sydney), (Monday 4th May ...

Franco Nuschese Tapped by Robert C. Gallo Foundation for AIDS and Virus Research

...n, and the foundation for Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. Nuschese is a recipient of the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, which pays tribute to the immigrant experience and individual achievements, and is awarded to U.S. citizens from various ethnic backgrounds. About the Robert C. G...

Thoratec Says Interim Data Analysis Demonstrates Statistical Superiority for the HeartMate II(R) in Destination Therapy Trial

...r request to end randomization in the ongoing DT trial later this month. We are extremely gratified to report this clinical trial milestone which is a tribute to the clinicians and centers participating in the study, as well as the entire team at Thoratec," he added. The HeartMate II is a mechanical ...

Domino's Pizza Pledges Support to the Fifth Annual St. Jude Children's Research Hospital(R) Thanks and Giving(R) Campaign

...or by calling 1-800-4STJUDE. You can also make a donation in memory or honor of a loved one and send a special Thanks and Giving holiday tribute card. ...

International Symposium on Malignant Mesothelioma 2008

... be devoted to the community of meso patients, families and caregivers. A tribute ceremony will be held memorializing those who passed away with the unveiling of a tribute wall listing their names. To register for the Symposium and detailed prog...

Pharmasset Reports First Fiscal Quarter 2008 Financial Results

...tudy of the Liver (EASL) in April 2008," stated Schaefer Price, Pharmasset's Chief Executive Officer. "The rapid advancement of the R7128 program is a tribute to the productivity of our HCV collaboration with Roche and our communications with the FDA. We are currently focused on planning a 12-week Phase 2b c...

Measles Deaths in Africa Plunge by 91%

...th editions of WHO's Weekly Epidemiological Record and CDC's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. "This is a major public health success and a tribute to the commitment of countries in the African region," said Dr. Margaret Chan, WHO Director-General. "We need to sustain this success and intensify ou...

Top Washington Health Officials to Honor Framingham Heart Study Participants

...-USNewswire/ -- The nation's top health officials will honor residents of Framingham, Mass., Nov. 29, when they visit the Boston-area community to pay tribute to the thousands of individuals who have participated in the landmark Framingham Heart Study. HHS Secretary Mike Leavitt, the keynote speaker at an ...

Tribute in Medical Dictionary

Trachea

...pharynx on the way to the trachea or the esophagus. ... This is a personal story written by Mr. T of his fight with collapsing Trachea . ... A tribute to a beautiful little yorkie that died from collapsing trachea . ... The Cove Point Foundation Congenital Heart Resource Center is the world's .....

Down syndrome

...arch 21st, 2009, World Down Syndrome Day will mark the 50th anniversary of ... Down Syndrome organisations around the world this year will pay tribute to the ... The Connecticut Down Syndrome Congress Website. ... Connecticut now has a chapter of D.A.D.S. (Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome )...

Tribute in Biological News

March of Dimes awards $250,000 prize to scientists unraveling the causes of muscular dystrophy

... research has profoundly advanced the science that underlies the understanding of birth defects. The March of Dimes Foundation created the Prize as a tribute to Dr. Jonas Salk, who received Foundation support for his work to create a polio vaccine. Also on May 3, Dr. Campbell and Dr. Kunkel will deliver...

Symposia selected for Entomological Society of America meeting

... Advances in Aquatic Entomology: Celebrating the Role of Aquatic Insects in Scientific Research Diversity and Biology of Parasitoid Hymenoptera: A tribute to Lubomir Masner Phylogeography and Historical Biogeography: What Can Insects Tell Us About the Past? The Long and Short of Longicorns: Ceramby...

International honor for University of East Anglia ocean researcher

...ng to understand how the ocean works is such fun and to be awarded a prize like this, for doing what I enjoy, is the icing on the cake. Really it is a tribute too to the great people in my research group over the years." The Georg Wst Prize is awarded biennially by the German Society for Marine Research a...

AIUM presents 2009 Memorial Hall of Fame awards

... will be presented on April 3 at the AIUM Annual Convention New York, New York. The Memorial Hall of Fame, established in 1981, serves as a posthumous tribute to a creative and devoted physician, research scientist, or other individual who has been an active member of the AIUM and contributed to the field of...

Safeway gives $685,000 to TGen for breast cancer research

...iomedical research institute, described Safeway's contribution as a special tribute to TGen researchers as they work to conquer cancer and other debilitating d... and produce results,'' Bassoff said. "But today's donation by Safeway is a tribute to you, the work you do in the laboratories, and the many Arizonans who cam...

World's top minds to celebrate 'the birth and life of beginnings'

...e of events. All events are free and open to the public except the March 28 tribute to the origins of jazz. "We're delighted to be promoting a better unders...In a two-hour concert and lecture titled "The Origin & Evolution of Jazz: A tribute to American's Own Musical Art Form," Barnhart will be joined by a talented ...

The Evolution of Human Aggression: Feb. 25-27 conference

... revealing insights into this issue," he adds. "Bringing together a group of the world's leading experts on evolution and aggression is an appropriate tribute to Darwin in this 'Darwin year'" the 200th anniversary of Darwin's birth and 150th anniversary of his "On the Origin of Species." While the moder...

Isopora or isn't it?

...e a fossil of Pacific coral from the Caribbean named after me," said Ginsburg. "This discovery marks a milestone in my career, and serves as a special tribute to the decades of research I have done on these amazing animals which are so critical to our coral reefs." ...

GSA congratulates 2008 award winners

... a prominent physician in the field of aging, both in research and practice. It was established in 1977 through a bequest from a patient's estate as a tribute to Joseph T. Freeman, a leading physician and one of the Society's distinguished past presidents. ...

HJF nursing specialist wins prestigious Celina Field Cargiver Award

...ering those living in pain, as well as the friends and family members who provide care and support. "The National Pain Foundation is proud to pay tribute to Christine Rupprecht for her groundbreaking achievements in the field of pain management as well as her dedication to, and passion for, providing ex...

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Two Roche Women Honored as 2008 Tribute to Women and INdustry Awardees

NUTLEY, N.J., May 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Two Roche employees were recognized for their significant contributions to industry in New Jersey at the 34th Annual TWIN Awards Dinner held May 1, 2008. Honored were Jennifer Dudinak, Pharm.D., group director, Oncology, Drug Regulatory Affairs, and Sherrie ...

ROCK STARS OF SCIENCE: Prana's Co-Founding Scientist, Rudy Tanzi Teams up with Star-Powered Cast in GQ Photoshoot

... - GQ Magazine Pays tribute to America's Top Research Scientists - - Also Featured Jeffrey Cummings, Chair of Prana's Biotechnology Research & Development Advisory Board...

African Health Delegates Welcomed to Washington

...munity, welcomed a delegation of senior African health officials to Washington, D.C., at a reception on Capitol Hill today. The delegation presented a tribute to President Jimmy Carter and the Carter Center for pioneering contributions to fighting neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Africa. "Welcomin...

Alkemists Labs Wins Nutrition Business Journal's 2008 Industry Growth Award

...ce to turn for all their outsourcing needs. We really listen to what our clients are saying and work diligently to meet their needs. This award is a tribute to all the successful relationships we have established," says Sudberg. To support their record revenue growth of 105% from 2007, Alkemists c...

AlloSource, Tissue Recipient Join 'Stars of Life' Affected by Organ and Tissue Donation Aboard Donate Life Float in 2009 Rose Parade(R)

... one of the 26 float riders aboard the annual Donate Life float in the January 1 Tournament of Roses Parade(R). The float, now in its sixth year, is a tribute to the millions of people touched by organ, tissue and blood donation, including living donors, donor families, transplant recipients and transplant c...

Laureate Pharma Honored as Emerging Life Sciences Company of the Year

...nterprise award from Eastern Technology Council," said Robert Broeze, Ph.D., President and the Chief Executive Officer of Laureate Pharma. "This is a tribute to our leadership, and our talented and committed staff. It is a great recognition of our world-class operations and our strategy for business success...

Opening Dedication of the New John G. Rangos Sr. Research Center at the New Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC Campus in Lawrenceville

...l of Pittsburgh of UPMC Board of Trustees, and vice chair, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation Board of Trustees. "The new facility is a real tribute to Mr. Rangos and his leadership. He is a person who understands how important research is to the organization, and he looks at how the contribution h...

The Modern DeBakey VAD™ To Be Introduced For the First Time in the U.S. : HeartAssist 5™ Pediatric VAD Features Industry Exclusive Direct Blood Flow Measurement System

...afternoon at the opening session of ISRBP, Dr. Noon and associates will pay tribute to Dr. DeBakey and his lifelong accomplishments in heart surgery and the DeBakey VAD. There will also be a tribute to Dr. Michael E. DeBakey and Awards Gala on Oct. 3. 1995, with the ...

Bill Pollock, President and CEO of Pharmagistics Group, Named to PharmaVOICE List of 100 Most Inspiring and Influential Leaders in the Life Sciences

... companies within the Publicis Healthcare Communications Group. The honor was announced in the July/August issue of PharmaVOICE, which annually pays tribute to the top leaders in all areas of the pharmaceutical industry. Candidates were nominated by peers, then evaluated by a panel of PharmaVOICE editors o...

MicroMass President Jay Bigelow Named to PharmaVOICE List of 100 Most Inspiring and Influential Leaders in the Life Sciences

...inspiring and influential people in the life sciences industry. The honor was announced in the July/August issue of PharmaVOICE, which annually pays tribute to top leaders in all areas of the pharmaceutical industry. Candidates were nominated by peers, then evaluated by a panel of PharmaVOICE editors on th...

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Marine biology

...each courses in marine biology. See also Important publications in marine biology External link MarineBio: an evolving online tribute to Marine Biology and all Ocean life. ...