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Chiropractic for active duty service members expands to 11 new locations 07/02/2009 Beginning this fall, 11 additional military hospitals and clinics will provide access to chiropractic services for active duty military members, reports the American Chiropractic Association (ACA). |
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Diplomate in clinical chiropractic pediatrics to start this fall 07/02/2009 The ICA Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics is pleased to announce that the Diplomate in Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics (DICCP) is being offered at three locations starting in the fall. |
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Vancouver Sun: Alberta delists chiropractic, ends subsidies 07/01/2009 Vancouver Sun reports Alberta is delisting chiropractic. |
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Life West receives state-of-the-art donation 07/01/2009 The Benesh Corporation of Monroe, Mich., recently donated a Benesh Anatometer II Plus unit to Life Chiropractic College West. |
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Parker Seminars asks chiropractors to spread chiropractic story 07/01/2009 Parker Seminars is inviting all chiropractors to share their personal, real-life accounts from practice through a new book series titled Back to Health and Wellness: Feel Good Stories from the Heart of Chiropractic. |
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Parker named healthcare hero by DBJ 06/30/2009 Parker College of Chiropractic has been selected by the Dallas Business Journal (DBJ) as a 2009 Health Care Hero. |
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Palmer continues search for chancellor 06/30/2009 Palmer College of Chiropractic is in the process of conducting a search for a new chancellor. In early April, the College selected Diversified Search, a Philadelphia-based executive search firm, to assist us in this important process. |
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Life West event becomes national competition 06/30/2009 The Nu Chapter of the Delta Sigma Chi fraternity is working to promote inter-scholastic participation at the upcoming national “Talk the ‘Tic” speaking competition at Life Chiropractic College West. |
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BioAllergenix names Dr. Guy Annunziata chief clinical officer 06/29/2009 BioAllergenix announces the appointment Guy Annunziata chief clinical officer. |
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CCGPP launches chronic/recurrent care consensus project 06/29/2009 In another effort to properly position chiropractic care in the current and emerging healthcare market, the Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters’ (CCGPP) is seeking to clarify appropriate documentation and chiropractic management of chronic/recurrent spine conditions. |
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Humana to fund BPRP participation for providers 06/29/2009 The ACA has been informed by Humana representatives that Humana will cover the costs for providers, up to a maximum of $500 for an individual physician and $1,000 for a group, to participate in the National Committee for Quality Assurance Back Pain Recognition Program (BPRP). |
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Nordic Naturals release Nordic Omega-3 Fishies 06/26/2009 Nordic Omega-3 Fishies is Nordic Naturals newest product for children, the “ultimate fish oil gummie” in a swimmingly fun shape and great tasting natural tangerine flavor. |
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New provost named at Northwestern Health Sciences University 06/26/2009 Michael Wiles, DC, MEd, has been named as the Provost of Northwestern Health Sciences University. |
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ACA announces formation of CBCN 06/25/2009 The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is pleased to announce the formation of the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition (CBCN), which is now authorized to grant diplomate status in the field of clinical nutrition. |
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WSCC breaks ground on Anatomical Sciences Building 06/25/2009 Western States Chiropractic College recently broke ground on what will be their new, 21st-century Anatomical Sciences Building. |
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Senator Brownback discusses health issues at CCCKC 06/24/2009 U.S. Senator Sam Brownback (R-Kan.) appeared before an enthusiastic crowd of more than 300 students, faculty, and members of the community on the Kansas City campus of Cleveland Chiropractic College (CCCKC) on June 15, where he was recognized for his help in securing a $190,000 Congressionally directed grant for the College’s new Masters of Science in Health Promotion degree program. |
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Chiropractic article featured in Toronto Star 06/24/2009 Some of the things chiropractors are doing behind our backs these days may surprise you. |
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NBCE distributes practice analysis survey 06/24/2009 The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) recently distributed a practice analysis survey to approximately 10,000 randomly selected chiropractors throughout the United States. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University professor presents findings 06/23/2009 Glori Hinck DC, an assistant professor at Northwestern Health SciencesUniversity, is making an impression around the world. |
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Loan repayment legislation includes chiropractors 06/23/2009 As part of the newly introduced Access to Frontline Health Care Act (HR 2891), doctors of chiropractic who practice in underserved areas would be eligible for student loan repayment. |
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3 Northwestern Health Sciences University leaders receive chiropractic awards 06/22/2009 Three Northwestern Health Sciences University leaders received awards from the Minnesota Chiropractic Association (MCA) at its state convention in May. |
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28th annual AHC conference deemed success 06/22/2009 The 28th annual conference of the Association for the History of Chiropractic, held at the historic Hilton Netherland Plaza in Cincinnati, Ohio, was a roaring success. |
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Chiropractic in Military Medicine 06/19/2009 Chiropractic services are offered at several United States military bases and veterans healthcare locations; however some healthcare providers are not aware that chiropractic services are available or when to refer patients for chiropractic care. |
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ACOM Health offers pain-free purchase plan for RAPID Chiropractic Software 06/19/2009 With chiropractors continuing to face financial pressures from third party payers and with the Federal government timeframe for adopting Electronic Medical Records solutions tightening, the ACOM Health Division of ACOM Solutions, Inc. has announced a plan that allows doctors to purchase the RAPID chiropractic software suite under extremely favorable terms, it was announced today by Senior Vice President Mark Firmin, general manager of the division. |
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ACOM Health offers pain-free purchase plan for RAPID Chiropractic Software 06/19/2009 |
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F4CP partners with 123Chiropractors.com 06/18/2009 Foundation for chiropractic progress teams with 123Chiropractic.com |
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ChiroACCESS.com adds new content 06/18/2009 ChiroACCESS.com, the profession's first Web site to focus on research and education, has some exciting new content for you. |
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ADHD drugs pose serious risk to children 06/18/2009 A new study has found that drugs used to treat attention deficit disorders may put kids at risk for sudden death. |
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ICPA urges chiropractic treatment for ADHD 06/17/2009 ICPA wants to people to stop taking Ritalin and start going to a chiropractor. |
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AHPAs Dentali speaks at NCCAMs advisory meeting 06/17/2009 American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) Chief Science Officer Steven Dentali, PhD, attended the thirty-fifth meeting of the National Advisory Council for Complementary & Alternative Medicine held in Rockville, MD June 5. |
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CCCKC helps harvesters during ‘Day of Caring 06/17/2009 Giving back to the community is a Cleveland tradition that continued recently, as more than 40 volunteers associated with the Cleveland Chiropractic College took part in the 15th Annual United Way Day of Caring on June 6. |
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Life West graduates 68 doctors of chiropractic 06/17/2009 Life Chiropractic College West presented doctor of chiropractic degrees to 68 candidates during its 54th graduation celebration on June 6, 2009 at the Chabot College Performing Arts Center in Hayward. |
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Standard Process begins construction on Agricultural building 06/16/2009 Standard Process Inc. has broken ground for a more than 10,000 square-foot agricultural building on the company’s organically certified farm, at its headquarters in Palmyra, Wisconsin. |
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SCU Extravaganza 09 to feature don Jose Ruiz, Toltec Master 06/16/2009 Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has announced that don Jose Ruiz, Toltec Master will be featured as a keynote speaker for the second annual Extravaganza Complementary and Alternative Health Fair on Friday June 26 at noon on the university’s campus in Whittier, CA. |
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CCGPP Progress Report 06/15/2009 At this time I would again like to update you on the current activities of the CCGPP. |
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Chiropractic research to be presented at APHA conference 06/15/2009 The Chiropractic Health Care (CHC) section invites everyone to the American Public Health Association’s (APHA) 137th Annual Meeting and Exposition in Philadelphia from November 7-11, 2009. |
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Atlanta DC teams with CDC, former Surgeon General 06/12/2009 Atlanta area DC partners with David Satcher and Casey Chosewood at health forum. |
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Indiana chiropractors volunteer their services at the Statehouse 06/12/2009 Local Indiana chiropractors provided complimentary chiropractic care to legislators, staff, and policy makers as volunteers for the Indiana State Chiropractic Association's (ISCA) Chiropractor of the Day program during the 2009 Legislative Session and was recently recognized by the Indiana State Senate. |
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Sherman College to offer Yellow Ribbon GI benefits to veterans 06/12/2009 Military veterans earning their degrees as part of the Yellow Ribbon Program will get a hand from Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic, beginning with the fall quarter of 2009. |
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Senator introduces pro-chiropractic legislation 06/12/2009 The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and the Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) commended Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., for introducing legislation in the U.S. Senate designed to fully integrate chiropractic as a covered service within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system. |
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Schiek Sports introduces back support belt 06/12/2009 Schiek Sports intros their lumbar and sacral back support belts |
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ACA responds to May OIG Report 06/11/2009 In a response released recently, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) questioned the findings and recommendations outlined in a May 2009 report released by the Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG), noting the methods used by the OIG may have resulted in an overestimate of inappropriate claims. |
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Fabrizio Mancini celebrates 10th year as Parker president 06/11/2009 Parker College of Chiropractic is pleased to announce the 10th anniversary of its president, Fabrizio Mancini. |
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ICAK-U.S.A. announces winner of George J. Goodheart Scholarship 06/11/2009 The International College of Applied Kinesiology – U.S.A. (ICAK-U.S.A.) announced Scott Lietz and Curtis Miller as the winners of the 2008-2009 George J. Goodheart Memorial Scholarship in Applied Kinesiology, funded by Standard Process Inc. |
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Cash Practice Systems receives three trademarks 06/10/2009 Cash Practice systems recievees three more patients from the US Patent and Trademark Office. |
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Integrity Management wins international film award 06/10/2009 The Winners of the 30th Annual Telly Awards have been announced and Integrity Management is among this years prestigious winners. |
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NCBTMB programs receive accreditation by NCCA 06/10/2009 The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) announced today that the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) has accredited the second of its certification exam programs, making NCBTMB the profession’s only organization to receive such verification for its two examination programs. |
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Palmer has strong presence at FICS Symposium, WFC Congress 06/10/2009 In addition to its role as one of the primary sponsors, Palmer College of Chiropractic had a strong presence and active participation in the 2009 FICS (International Federation of Sports Chiropractic) Symposium, held April 29, in conjunction with the World Federation of Chiropractic’s (WFC) 10th Biennial Congress April 30 - May 2, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. |
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CCLA celebrates ‘Founders Day 06/09/2009 Paying homage to those from the past, chiropractors of the future took a break from their normal routine at Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles (CCCLA) May 20 to take part in the fourth annual “Founder’s Day” celebration. |
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Canadian government makes infrastructure investments in CMCC 06/09/2009 The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), announced more than $350,000 in infrastructure funding for the Canadian MemorialChiropractic College in Toronto. |
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Integrity Management wins international film award for patient education 06/08/2009 Integrity Managment wins international film award. |
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ACA comments on first draft of healthcare reform legislation 06/08/2009 The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) obtained on June 5 a draft bill designed by Sen. Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.), chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP). |
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ACA comments on first draft of healthcare reform legislation 06/08/2009 ACA responds to draft of healthcare reform legislation. |
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EHR increases income with Smart Pointer 06/05/2009 Smart Pointer is the automatic diagnosis pointing system built into ChiroSuiteEHR, the electronic health record system that increases your income, markets your practice and reduces your expenses. Diagnosis Pointing separates the services you provided. |
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SCU extravaganza 09 to feature Luc Robitaille 06/05/2009 Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) has announced that legendary hockey player Luc Robitaille will be featured as a keynote speaker for the second annual Extravaganza Complementary and Alternative Health Fair Sunday, June 28 at noon on the university’s campus in Whittier, CA. |
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Life University executive VP first chiropractor named ACE fellow 06/05/2009 Brian McAulay, DC, PhD, Life University executive vice president, recently completed a six-month fellowship with the American Council on Education (ACE), the nation's premier higher education leadership development program. |
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NBCE directors honored with George R. Arvidson Award from FCLB 06/04/2009 On May 7, two directors of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE), were honored by the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB) with the 2009 George R. Arvidson Award for Meritorious Service. |
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ACA names Janet Ridgely acting executive vice president 06/04/2009 The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has announced that Janet Ridgely will serve as acting executive vice president (EVP) until a successor is named. |
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ACA names Janet Ridgely as acting executive vice president 06/03/2009 Janet Ridgely named active executive vice president. |
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D.D. Palmer to be honored on Iowa Walk of Fame June 6 06/03/2009 Daniel David (D.D.) Palmer, discoverer of chiropractic and founder of Palmer College of Chiropractic, will have his name added to the Iowa Walk of Fame in downtown Shenandoah, Iowa June 6. |
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Life Universitys new Leadership Institute develops capacity to serve 06/03/2009 |
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NBCE directors receive award from FCLB 06/02/2009 2 directors of National Chiropractic Examiners board win the George R. Arvidson Award for Meritorious Service. |
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N.Y. Mets, New York Imaging Service complete installation of digital imaging solution for Citi Field 06/02/2009 New York Imaging Service Inc., Newburgh, NY, announced it has installed a digital imaging solution for the New York Mets at Citi Field. |
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ICAs Best Practices and Practice Guidelines accepted by NGC 06/02/2009 The International Chiropractors Association (ICA) recently announced that the landmark 640-page ICA Best Practices and Practice Guidelines has been accepted for inclusion in the National Guideline Clearinghouse (NGC). |
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ICA supports WHOs ‘World No Tobacco Day 06/01/2009 World No Tobacco Day, which was held May 31, offers a special opportunity to participate in a global effort to promote healthy lifestyle choices through encouraging a tobacco-free lifestyle, provide supportive information and resources for quitting, and preventing new tobacco use. |
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Chiropractic fraternity reunion scheduled for October 05/29/2009 THe Pi Kappa Chi frat is having a reunion. |
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Chiropractic mentioned in AARP the Magazine 05/29/2009 The July-August issue of AARP the Magazine includes a story about back pain and mentions chiropractic as one of the “best treatments for lasting relief.” |
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NBJ offers AHPA members special rate to annual event 05/28/2009 American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) members receive a special $200 discount on registration to The Twelfth Annual NBJ Summit held July 22-24 at The St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach, in Dana Point, Calif. |
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TMC presents program on the role of the DC in the wellness movement 05/28/2009 The Masters Circle held program at including Joan Borysenko, Jeff Spencer, Jason Deitch. |
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Clevelanders travel to Capitol for ICA event 05/28/2009 Five Cleveland Chiropractic College students traveled to Washington, D.C., May 14-15 for the fifth annual meeting of the International Chiropractors Association (ICA) and Student ICA (SICA) Congress. |
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Irwin appointed to CCE Accreditation Standards Task Force 05/28/2009 Bob Irwin, DC, Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic’s VP for Academic Affairs, has been named to a Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) task force charged with reviewing CCE Standards for the accreditation of doctor of chiropractic programs. |
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Northwest Chiropractic Symposium begins June 5 05/27/2009 The tenth annual Northwest Chiropractic Symposium will kick off at 11 a.m. June 5 on the Western States Chiropractic College campus. |
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Sherman professor publishes book on economic crisis 05/27/2009 Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic associate professor and best selling chiropractic author John Reizer, DC, has written and published his sixth book on the subject of chiropractic and his ninth book overall. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University research team submits grant proposals 05/27/2009 The clinical research division at Northwestern Health Sciences University, the Wolfe-Harris Center for Clinical Studies, recently submitted five grant proposals that would fund potential studies. |
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Federal lawsuit dismissed against Axiom, all defendants 05/26/2009 On May 20, 2009, United States District Judge Virginia Hernandez Covington dismissed the lawsuit styled United States of America ex rel., Greg Westfall and Suzanne Westfall vs. Axiom Worldwide, Inc., Axiom Worldwide, LLC, James J. Gibson, Jr., Nicholas Exarhos, Timothy Exarhos, Peer Review Network, Inc., Case No. 8:06–CV–571–T–33TBM. |
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Daniel J. Murphy honored as ICAs 2009 Chiropractor of the Year 05/26/2009 Daniel J. Murphy, DC, FICA, was honored as ICA’s 2009 Chiropractor of the Year at the Association’s 83rd Annual Meeting held in Washington, D.C. May 15-16. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University students create video to Raise Awareness of Chiropractic 05/26/2009 Three students from Northwestern Health Sciences University have created a video to promote chiropractic and to provide the public with a fresh view on the profession. |
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Obama lays out principles for health reform 05/22/2009 Last week, President Obama held a press conference in which he outlined his three major principles for any health care reform. |
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ACA responds to Health article and PNHP Web site 05/22/2009 This week, ACA responded to an article in the May issue of Health that neglected to mention care by a doctor of chiropractic as a possible treatment option for headaches. |
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Standard Process president awarded honorary doctorate 05/21/2009 Charles DuBois, president, Standard Process Inc., has received an honorary doctorate from National University of Health Sciences. |
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NBCE 2009 Board of Directors elected 05/21/2009 On May 8, the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) held its Annual Board Meeting in conjunction with the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards’ (FCLB) 83rd Annual Educational Conference in Hollywood, Calif. |
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Chiropractic Summit V issues call to action 05/20/2009 Chiropractic Summit V, which convened May 14 in Washington, D.C., has issued this historic CALL TO ACTION to the chiropractic profession, urging every doctor of chiropractic, state association, chiropractic student and chiropractic patient, to represent chiropractic in the national health reform debate. |
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FCLB hosts 83rd Annual Educational Congress 05/20/2009 The Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards (FCLB) hosted its 83rd Annual Educational Congress May 6-10, 2009 in Hollywood, Calif. |
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Kevin Corcoran to depart as ACAs Executive Vice President 05/20/2009 The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) announced today that Kevin P. Corcoran, CAE, its executive vice president since 2005, will be leaving the association to pursue other professional opportunities. |
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Journal: Back pain physicians often ill informed of new research, techniques 05/18/2009 Austrailian study says physicians with a "special interest" in back pain often not informed of latest knowledge. |
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NASA-developed technology aiding chiropractors 05/18/2009 Chiropractic is an alternative form of medicine with treatments involving adjustments to the spine and other parts of the body. With technology developed by NASA, advances are being made in the effectiveness of treatments. |
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Logan interns present wellness workshop 05/18/2009 Dr. Jeffrey Ware, Montgomery Health Center clinician, and senior Logan interns will present a Health Center Wellness Workshop titled “Arthritis, Osteoporosis and Proper Posture” Wednesday, May 20 from 6–7 p.m. at the Montgomery Health Center on the Logan College of Chiropractic campus. |
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Palmers Museum of Chiropractic History to feature the Chiro-Squad 05/18/2009 The Chiro-Squad Superheroes created by Vic Naumov, DC, will be featured in the Palmer College of Chiropractic's Museum of Chiropractic History. |
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Chiropractors to sue Aetna for underreimbursements 05/15/2009 NY chiropractic council sues Aetna for not reimbursing correctly. |
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Sports chiropractors to be at Vancouver Olympics and World Games 05/15/2009 More than 150 sports chiropractic specialists from throughout the world were in Montreal on Wednesday, April 29 for the FICS Assembly and Symposium (Fédération Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport). |
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ACA views latest OIG report policy conclusions as flawed 05/15/2009 A report by the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) in the Department of Health and Human Services titled "Inappropriate Medicare Payments for Chiropractic Services" was released Wednesday, May 6. |
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Oregon passes legislation allowing DCs to perform impairment ratings 05/15/2009 Oregon state legislature recently passed House Bill 2045, which gives doctors of chiropractic the authority to perform impairment ratings in order to evaluate an injured worker's disability. |
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Standard Process receives Governors Worksite Wellness Award 05/14/2009 Standard Process Inc. has been named to the Wisconsin Governor’s Worksite Wellness Award list. |
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Palmer Clinics offer free health talk on fibromyalgia 05/14/2009 To help increase awareness of fibromyalgia and care alternatives for relieving symptoms and improving quality of life, the Palmer College of Chiropractic Clinics will present a community health talk about fibromyalgia on Wednesday, May 20. |
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ACA: CCAC reps good source for local Medicare information 05/14/2009 Doctors of chiropractic with questions regarding local Medicare or contractor policies should seek the assistance of their local Chiropractic Contractor Advisory Committee (CCAC) member, recommends the American Chiropractic Association (ACA). |
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LACC's sports medicine residents abstract wins award 05/13/2009 The Los Angeles College of Chiropractic of SCU Sports Medicine residents represented the university at the annual American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (ACBSP) Chiropractic Sports Sciences Symposium in San Diego, CA. |
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Improve the shape of your practice with Take Shape for Life 05/12/2009 Take shape for life press release |
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Renaissance Healthy Savings Card includes discounts on chiropractic, alternative health 05/12/2009 As healthcare costs rise, Renaissance Life & Health Insurance Company of America (Renaissance America) is doing more to provide its members with access to affordable health services by expanding its Renaissance Healthy Savings Card — a health service discount program used to complement health insurance or provide discounts on its own. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University faculty represented at ACC-RAC 05/12/2009 A group of Northwestern Health Sciences University faculty attended and presented at the Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) meeting and Research Agenda Conference (RAC) March 12-14, 2009. |
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WFCs Montreal Congress deemed a success 05/12/2009 More than 1,000 doctors of chiropractic and students from 38 countries were present at the World Federation of Chiropractic’s 10th Biennial Congress in Montreal, Quebec, Canada April 30 – May 2. |
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NYCC President Dr. Frank Nicchi named ACC president 05/12/2009 New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) president Frank J. Nicchi, DC, MS, was recently elected president of the Association of Chiropractic Colleges, (ACC) a consortium of some nineteen chiropractic colleges located in the United States, Canada, and New Zealand. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University VP featured in healthcare blog 05/11/2009 Deborah Miller, LPN, associate vice president of clinical services at Northwestern Health Sciences University, was interviewed recently for a blog about healthcare. |
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AHPA urges Canada to allow organic labeling for NHPs 05/08/2009 The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) must expand the scope of the proposed Organic Products Regulation (OPR) to include natural health products (NHPs) in order to avoid disrupting trade and increasing consumer confusion, the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) states in comments submitted April 29. |
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Expand current definition of economically-motivated adulteration, AHPA says to FDA 05/08/2009 In comments submitted to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) suggests the agency consider expanding the current definition of economically motivated adulteration (EMA) to include the addition or substitution of substances intended to make an adulterated material conform to existing identity and other quality tests of the genuine article. |
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OIG report on chiropractic Medicare payments released 05/08/2009 A report from the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General evaluating inappropriate Medicare payments for chiropractic services was released late on Wednesday, May 6. |
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Boy Scouts of America close door on DC physicals 05/08/2009 The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) recently implemented a policy that does not allow doctors of chiropractic to provide the mandatory BSA physical to Boy Scouts. |
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Industry Coalition advises against use of dietary supplements as Swine Flu remedy, cure 05/06/2009 The dietary supplement industry is aware of public concern regarding H1N1 flu virus (“swine flu”) and of the desire of the public to protect itself against this virus. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University announces finalists for provost 05/06/2009 Northwestern Health Sciences University has narrowed its search for a new provost to one internal candidate and one external candidate. |
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WFC recognizes Arlan W. Fuhr, DC, with Honour Award 05/06/2009 At its biennial conference in Montreal, the World Federation of Chiropractic bestowed Activator Methods Co-founder and CEO Dr. Arlan W. Fuhr with the organization’s prestigious Honour Award. |
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Alternative medicine fits into new healthcare system, President Obama says 05/05/2009 President Barack Obama expressed his openness to including complementary and alternative modalities (CAM) in a U.S. health care system during his April 29 Town Hall meeting in Arnold, Missouri. |
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AHPAs McGuffin reveals new adverse event data at SupplySide East 05/04/2009 American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) President Michael McGuffin presented new findings from the first six months of mandatory serious adverse event reporting (SAER) yesterday at the SupplySide East Trade Show and Convention held April 27-29 at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus, N.J. |
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Visiting SACS committee gives Sherman good news 05/04/2009 After announcing that Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic has demonstrated “a true commitment to the spirit of peer review,” the special committee of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) shared its findings with Sherman President Dr. Jon Schwartzbauer and his administrative team at the conclusion of the SACS site team visit April 30. |
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VCA, VSC form unification committee 05/04/2009 The Virginia Chiropractic Association (VCA) and the Virginia Society of Chiropractic (VSC) announced their intent to unite into a single entity and the formation of a unification committee. |
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Red Flags Rule enforcement delayed 3 months 05/01/2009 Due to Congressional pressure supported by ACA, the Federal Trade Commission announced today it will delay enforcement of the new “Red Flags Rule” until August 1, 2009. |
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NUHS receives key accreditation for its new St. Petersburg DC program 04/30/2009 The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) has granted approval for National University of Health Sciences’ (NUHS) Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine program offered through the University Partnership Center at St. Petersburg College (SPC), in Pinellas County, Florida. |
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Palmer Homecoming features internationally known keynote speakers 04/30/2009 Palmer College of Chiropractic will hold its 2009 Homecoming Aug. 13-15, and will feature internationally known keynote speakers, up to 23 Continuing Education credits, and more. |
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AHPA celebrates Michael Moore, American Herbalism 04/28/2009 The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) was privileged to attend and help sponsor a recent conference to memorialize Herbs, etc.-founder and grandmaster herbalist Michael Moore. |
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2 Northwestern Health Sciences University students help promote Standard Process products 04/28/2009 Two students from Northwestern Health Sciences University were recently recruited by Standard Process to help promote the benefits of the whole food supplements manufactured by the company. |
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Cleveland Chiropractic College celebrates NPHW 04/28/2009 In an effort to promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, ClevelandChiropractic College’s Kansas City and Los Angeles campuses conducted several educational activities in recognition of National Public Health Week (NPHW), April 6-12. |
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Parker Seminars brings the best of chiropractic to Australia 04/27/2009 Parker Seminars and the Australian Spinal Research foundation are teaming up to host the world-renowned Parker Seminars in Australia from July 31 to August 2 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. |
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Life West grads help relief workers at Italian earthquake site 04/27/2009 Graduates of Life Chiropractic College West are among the chiropractors volunteering to provide chiropractic care to earthquake relief workers in L’Aquila, Italy. |
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CCCKC student named to KPHA post 04/24/2009 Rich King, a student at Cleveland Chiropractic College of Kansas City (CCCKC), has been named Student Section Chair by the Kansas Public Health Association. King, who is president of CCCKC’s Public Health Club, will serve a one-year term. |
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AHPA comments on Health Canadas proposed vNHP definition 04/23/2009 The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) this week submitted comments to Health Canada’s Veterinary Drugs Directorate (VDD) on the definition of a Veterinary Natural Health Product (vNHP). |
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NCBTMB names new director of school outreach 04/23/2009 The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) has named Betty T. Ward its new Director of School Outreach. |
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Integrative Manual Therapy to be profiled on Bravo 04/22/2009 Center of Integrative Manual Therapy and Diagnostics featued on Bravo network. |
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Jarrow Formulas donates to The Childrens Institute 04/22/2009 Jarrow Formulas Inc. has donated more than 3,250 bottles of vitamins, including protein, probiotic and antioxidant-rich supplements to the Children’s Institute Inc. (CII), in Los Angeles. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University awards 72 degrees 04/22/2009 The College of Chiropractic at Northwestern Health Sciences University awarded 72 students with doctor of chiropractic degrees during a commencement ceremony April 17, 2009. |
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Palmer clinics to present health talk April 22 04/21/2009 The Palmer College of Chiropractic Clinics will present a complimentary community health talk at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, about “Living an Active Lifestyle and Eating Right.” |
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CCCKC recruiting event draws 39 prospective students 04/21/2009 Prospective students got a chance to try the college on for size April 3 during “DC Discovery Day” open house held on campus. Nearly 50 guests, including 39 prospects, were in attendance. |
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NeuroInfiniti to provide CE program for The Masters Circle 04/20/2009 NeuroInfiniti to provide CE for The Masters Circle. |
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Foot Levelers donates to Roanoke Valley Fire Fighters 04/20/2009 Foot Levelers continues to give back — not only to the chiropractic profession, but also to the community — by donating to the Roanoke Valley Professional Fire Fighters. |
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Sidney Rubinstein receives Memorial Research Fund 04/20/2009 On March 13, 2009, at the ACC-RAC luncheon, the NCMIC Foundation awarded the Jerome F. McAndrews, DC, Memorial Research Fund, to Sidney Rubinstein, DC, PhD, a 1992 graduate of the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic. |
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WFC announces new associate member 04/20/2009 The World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) announces its newest corporate Associate Member for the first quarter of 2009, joining the community of vendors that provide the highest quality in chiropractic services, equipment, and supplies. |
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ACA/NCLAF receive support from state associations 04/17/2009 As you know, the National Chiropractic Legal Action Fund (NCLAF) is a critical component of our ability to protect and defend the rights of doctors of chiropractic and the patients they care for. |
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Chattanooga recieves FDA clearance for Diathermy device 04/16/2009 Chattanooga recieves 510-k clearance for diathermy device |
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Chiropractic Economics' April Webinar Q&A 04/15/2009 Experts answered your questions from Chiropractic Economics’ April 7 Webinar titled “Show me the money.” Please check the Web site frequently for answers to upcoming Webinars. |
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Misinformation regarding chiropractic services and Medicare 04/15/2009 This special edition article is being provided by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to correct misinformation in the chiropractic community relating to Medicare and its regulations as they relate to chiropractic services. |
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Vertebral distraction pump reintroduced to DCs 04/15/2009 New vetrebral distraction pump reintroduced |
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Thera-Band introduces 5 new active care products 04/14/2009 The Hygenic Corporation/Performance Health Inc. announced the introduction of five new Thera-Band products that give healthcare providers new home exercise program options to build/expand their practice. |
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HydroMassage offers tax day incentive 04/13/2009 HydroMassage owners across US are offering free 10 minute massages. |
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Nonprofit group to hold silent auction 04/13/2009 Spinal Missions, a nonprofit group aimed at helping underprivileged nations with healthcare issues, is holding a silent auction April 23, 2009. |
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E-Stim remains covered service for BCBS plans 04/13/2009 In early March, ACA began to receive member reports that a number of Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) plans would no longer cover electrical stimulation and certain types of traction. |
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Chiropractic Summit V set for May 14 04/13/2009 The next meeting of the Chiropractic Summit will be held May 14 at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington D.C. The meeting will run from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
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St. Pete Times: No new plans for FSU chiropractic school 04/13/2009 Refer to a St. Pete Times article about no new plans for an FSU chiro school |
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Consumer Reports survey shows hands-on therapies as top-rated treatments 04/10/2009 A study in the May issue of Consumer Reports shows that hands-on therapies were tops among treatments for relief of back pain. The study, which surveyed more than 14,000 consumers, was conducted by the Consumer Reports Health Ratings Center. |
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NYCC graduates 44 doctors of chiropractic 04/10/2009 Saturday, April 4, New York Chiropractic College held commencement exercises in the campus Athletic Center and conferred degrees upon 44 candidates in its Doctor of Chiropractic program. |
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Future Health Inc. provides chiropractors with revenue-building videos 04/09/2009 Future Health Inc. has recently posted on YouTube.com several samples of their exclusive patient education videos to help doctors of chiropractic understand how to maximize patient’s down time by educating them with diagnostic and exercise-specific videos. |
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Retired U.S. Army General Officer speaks out for chiropractic care 04/09/2009 The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (www.yes2chiropractic.org), a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing public awareness of chiropractic, announced today that retired U.S. Army General Officer (G.O.) Becky Halstead has agreed to serve as its spokesperson and share with the public her positive experiences with chiropractic care. |
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Carlson Laboratories announces annual contest winners 04/09/2009 Carlson labs announces Heart Month End Cap contest |
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Life University hosts world leaders in integrative healthcare 04/08/2009 Life University will host it’s first ever Conference on Integrative Healthcare Opportunities April 17-18, 2009 in Life University’s Sport Health Science Building. |
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Publication creates a ‘BuZZ on Northwestern Health Sciences University campus 04/08/2009 A new publication has created quite the buzz at Northwestern HealthSciences University. “The BuZZ” is a one-page, two-sided newsletter for students, staff, and faculty, replacing “Northwestern Weekly.” |
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HCCS releases updated online courses 04/07/2009 Health Care Compliance Strategies Inc. (HCCS), the leading provider of online healthcare compliance and competency training, today announced the release of newly updated online multimedia compliance courses. The updated courses are Corporate Compliance, Professional Compliance, and HIPAA Compliance. |
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Eric Russell named Texas chiropractor of the year 04/07/2009 Eric G. Russell, DC, of Commerce, Texas has recently been awarded the distinguished honor of 2009 Texas Chiropractor of the Year by the Chiropractic Society of Texas. |
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ACA action yields clarification on BCBSA chiropractic coverage 04/07/2009 Since early December 2008, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has been working to reverse a policy change reclassifying doctors of chiropractic in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Plan. This issue’s grave implications have made it the top priority in ACA insurance initiatives. |
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Parker Alumni Association awards $1,000 endowment fund scholarship 04/06/2009 The Parker Alumni Association presented Tri-Eight student Victor Manzo with the $1,000 Alumni Association Endowment Fund Scholarship during a Parker College of Chiropractic all-school assembly. It has become a tradition for Lifetime Members of the alumni association to award the scholarship. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University graduate earns top award 04/06/2009 Barbro Brost, DC, a 1979 graduate of Northwestern Health SciencesUniversity, recently received Northwestern Health Sciences University’s Chiropractic Alumnus of the Year Award at this year’s chiropractic homecoming, which took place in February 2009. |
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Red Flag Rules apply to doctors of chiropractic 04/03/2009 Based on legislation passed by Congress in 2003, in 2007, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) first issued regulations stating that financial institutions and creditors are required to develop and execute written “identity theft prevention programs” that must provide for the identification, detection, and response to patterns, practices, or specific activities. |
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Nebraska bill would legalize animal chiropractic 04/02/2009 Nebraska legislators to vote on animal chiropractic bill. |
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When dealing with lower back pain, patience may be the best prescription 04/01/2009 Lower back pain is a problem that affects a rapidly increasing number of Americans. Yet, in spite of medical evidence indicating that most back pain resolves itself within six weeks of diagnosis, a recent study conducted by HealthCore,1 WellPoint’s outcomes research subsidiary, found that more than 35,000 people had unnecessary imaging tests and almost 1,000 underwent inappropriate back surgery within the six weeks following their diagnosis. |
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Engage your patients on national healthcare reform 04/01/2009 Eminent national healthcare reform has served as a catalyst to bring national chiropractic organizations together and a “Joint Policy on National Health Care Reform“ and “Chiropractic Summit One Message“ have been adopted. |
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Standard Process awards scholarships at NCLC 2009 04/01/2009 Standard Process Inc. awarded $10,000 in student scholarships at the 2009 National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (NCLC). The scholarships were given on behalf of Standard Process and the American Chiropractic Foundation (ACF). |
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Dr. Steven Kraus receives award from ICS 03/31/2009 The Iowa Chiropractic Society (ICS) announced its 2009 award recipients at its 2009 Annual Convention on March 14, 2009, in Des Moines. Nominated by their peers, several professional awards are presented each year to members who make a significant difference in the profession. |
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AHPA president discusses NDIs at ACS annual meeting 03/30/2009 American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) President Michael McGuffin presented and served on “The Law and Chemistry of Dietary Supplements” panel during the 237th American Chemical Society (ACS) National Meeting March 22-26 in Salt Lake City, Utah. |
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Journal of Chiropractic Medicine publishes research by Clevelanders 03/30/2009 A multicampus research effort by Cleveland Chiropractic College members was recently published in the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine. |
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ANJC to launch live, moderated radio show 03/30/2009 The Association of New Jersey Chiropractors (ANJC) will provide a forum for communicating health information to the general public when it launches a bimonthly, half-hour internet radio show on Blogtalkradio.com beginning Tuesday, April 14 at 12 p.m. EST. |
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Core products updates Tri-Core pillow 03/27/2009 Tri-Core pillow is updated. |
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Chiropractic market report released 03/26/2009 Report released on the chiropractic market |
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An open letter to healthcare providers 03/26/2009 This Open Letter refines the OIG’s Self-Disclosure Protocol (SDP) to build upon the initiative announced in my April 24, 2006, Open Letter. |
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Foot Levelers Speakers Bureau welcomes 4 chiropractors 03/26/2009 Foot Levelers’ Educational Division expands the talent and expertise of its Speakers Bureau with the addition of four speakers: Steve Agocs, DC; John Lockenour, DC; Kelle Plotner, DC; and Steve Troyanovich, DC. |
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Palmer homecoming set for Aug. 13-15 03/26/2009 Palmer College of Chiropractic will host Homecoming 2009 on its Davenport, Iowa, campus Aug. 13-15. |
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Developer of neurologically-based chiropractic provides CEUs 03/26/2009 NeuroInfiniti developer holds CEU courses |
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Future Health CEO meets with congressional representatives 03/25/2009 Future Health CEO Visits with congress |
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Sherman College receives grant from alumni association 03/25/2009 Naturally, the Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic Alumni Association takes an interest in general campus happenings, but one project in particular recently caught the association’s interest — the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP). |
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Life West hosts annual fund-raising golf tournament 03/25/2009 Golfers of all levels are invited to participate in the annual Life Chiropractic College West Golf Classic on Thursday, April 30 at the Dublin Ranch Golf Course. |
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AHPA announces 09 board of trustees, officers 03/24/2009 The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) welcomes nine returning and one new member to the association’s Board of Trustees and congratulates the officers elected by their peers during the March 5 board meeting in Anaheim, Calif. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University doctor writes book for athletes 03/24/2009 Jonathan Williams, DC, MEd, EMT-B, DABCI, CCSP, an associate professor at Northwestern Health Sciences University, recently wrote a book with guidelines for athlete injuries and return to play (RTP) recommendations. |
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Life West hosts annual spring for life symposium 03/24/2009 SYNERGY will be the theme of Life Chiropractic College West’s annual Spring for Life celebration, held Thursday, May 7, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., on the Life West campus. |
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Students, practitioners join to press healthcare issues at Minnesota Capitol 03/23/2009 Students and faculty from Northwestern Health Sciences University united with natural healthcare practitioners on March 17, 2009, at the State Capitol in St. Paul, Minn. |
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ICPA responds to Nightline 03/23/2009 Nightline, International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, ICPA, David White, ABC |
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Life West awards scholarships to exceptional students 03/23/2009 Life Chiropractic College West has announced the recipients of six scholarships for the winter quarter, 2009. |
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Parker opens senior-only chiropractic & physical fitness program 03/20/2009 Parker College of Chiropractic announced plans to establish a Stay Fit Seniors (SFS) facility within the Parker College Wellness Clinics, making Parker the first chiropractic college to embrace this program. |
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Seniors-only chiropractic and fitness program opens at Parker 03/19/2009 Parker has a fitness program for seniors |
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Federal judge rules in favor of chiropractic in Brazil 03/19/2009 On March 3, 2009, in the latest step by the Brazilian Chiropractors’ Association (ABQ) to defend the chiropractic profession against efforts by the physiotherapy profession to have chiropractic declared a specialty of physiotherapy (PT), Federal Judge Diana Brunstein has ruled strongly in favor of the ABQ. |
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F4CP receives unprecedented financial support from chiropractic colleges 03/18/2009 The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) announced it has received more than $127,600 from various chiropractic colleges and universities throughout the United States, Canada, and New Zealand |
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Chiropractic Economics' March Webinar Q&A 03/17/2009 Experts answered your questions from Chiropractic Economics’ March 3 Webinar titled “Growing your practice with nutrition.” Please check the Web site frequently for answers to upcoming Webinars. |
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Parker College to participate in CollegeWeekLive 03/17/2009 Parker College of Chiropractic will participate in CollegeWeekLive, the world’s biggest virtual college fair exhibiting to more than 25,000 attendees March 25-26, 2009. |
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ACA, NCLAF team to fight BC/BSA policy change 03/17/2009 The American Chiropractic Association (ACA), in coordination with the National Chiropractic Legal Action Fund (NCLAF), has initiated an “all fronts” response to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s (BC/BSA) Jan. 1 policy change that removed doctors of chiropractic from the classification of “physician” in the Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employees Health Benefits Plan (BC/BS FEP). |
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Performance Health announces Biofreeze pain relieving spray 03/16/2009 Biofreeze announces a new spray. |
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SCU faculty member wins International Chiropractic Essay Competition 03/16/2009 SCU faculty member Garrett Thompson, PhD has been awarded first prize in the faculty division of the International Chiropractic Essay Competition offered by the ONE Research Foundation. |
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WFC, FCLB form joint committee 03/13/2009 There is increasing worldwide mobility of doctors of chiropractic (DCs), many of whom now practice in more than one country during their careers. This gives rise to a number of regulatory issues of importance to the protection of the public and the standards and reputation of the profession. |
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2009 AHPA Awards honor herbal leaders 03/13/2009 The American Herbal Products Association’s (AHPA) annual AHPA Awards acknowledge individuals and organizations that make substantive, positive contributions to the herbal products industry. |
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FCERs DCConsult Web Site now open access 03/12/2009 After carefully listening and reviewing member comments, the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research has opened its popular new DCConsult Web site to all at no cost. |
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SCU faculty publish research study 03/12/2009 Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) faculty members Li-Min Fu, Ju-Tzu Li, and Wen-Shuo Wu, have recently had an article titled “Randomized Controlled Trials of Acupuncture for Neck Pain: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis” accepted and published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, February 2009, 15(2): 133-145. |
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Standard Process introduces MediHerb Endocrine Essentials line 03/11/2009 The endocrine system mediates a myriad of complex relationships between the body’s glands, hormones, cells, and tissues, which are instrumental in regulating metabolic activity. |
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New research journal in chiropractic announced 03/11/2009 Chiropractic is gaining greater acceptance on a daily basis in part because of the increasing amount of research demonstrating its effectiveness and safety. |
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2009 NCLC addresses grassroots lobbying, healthcare reform 03/10/2009 With the prospect of healthcare reform making headlines, chiropractic leaders from across the nation recently gathered in Washington, D.C., to meet with Congressional leaders and stress the importance of chiropractic’s role in effective patient care. |
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Metagenics Inc. launches new nutraceutical 03/10/2009 Metagenics Inc. announced it has launched a new nutraceutical called Ostera. This unique nutritional supplement supports the special needs of postmenopausal women, whose bone health may be affected by declining estrogen levels. |
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Maryland chiropractor among Americas Most Loved Doctors 03/10/2009 Allen Huffman, DC, member of Sport and Spine Rehab, is one of “America’s Most Loved Doctors,” says DrScore.com, a patient satisfaction and physician-rating Web site. |
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8th Annual NYCC Womens Health Symposium set for March 28 03/09/2009 New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) today announced that it, in cooperation with Community Health magazine and The Finger Lakes Times, will host its Eighth Annual Women’s Health Symposium, Saturday, March 28, 2009, on the NYCC campus. |
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New program for golfing patients 03/06/2009 Golf program for chiropractic patients |
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SCU receives $150K from Standard Process 03/06/2009 Standard Process Inc. and Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) have partnered together to offer students at SCU opportunities and programs that support the creation of caring and competent healers. |
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Chiropractors keep it clean 03/06/2009 A team of dedicated public healthcare researchers have published a protocol for hand and table sanitization in the March 2009 issue of the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University students defend chiropractics position 03/05/2009 A group of 23 Northwestern Health Sciences University students recently fought for the advancement and preservation of the chiropractic profession at the National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (NCLC) in Washington D.C. |
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Chronic back and neck pain patients in need of new rehab kit solutions 03/05/2009 A new study, funded by the National Institutes of Health, finds that exercise as a treatment for chronic back and neck pain may be under utilized, according to a survey of individuals recently seen by their healthcare provider. |
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Study: Chronic back and neck patients in need of rehab kit solutions 03/05/2009 Theraband released a lower back rehab kit. |
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PubMed indexes the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine 03/04/2009 PubMed, the prestigious search engine of the National Library of Medicine, has now included the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine (JCM). JCM, first published in 2002, is a peer-reviewed journal devoted to providing practical and applicable information for the practicing doctor of chiropractic. |
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Feb. issue of JMPT includes reprint of neck pain supplement 03/04/2009 The February 2009 issue of the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics (JMPT) contains a reprint of the special neck pain supplement developed by “The Task Force on Neck Pain and Its Associated Disorders“ and originally printed in the journal Spine. |
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ACA, APHA partner to promote National Public Health Week 03/03/2009 Once again, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is partnering with the American Public Health Association (APHA) and APHA’s Chiropractic Section to promote National Public Health Week (NPHW), April 6-12, 2009. |
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CCGPP releases neck related disorders report 03/03/2009 The Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters (CCGPP) will be posting the “Report on the Neck Pain Task Force Literature Synthesis-Draft” for review and commentary at www.ccgpp.org within the next two weeks. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University pioneers videoconferencing technology 03/03/2009 Northwestern Health Sciences University will soon be able to interact face-to-face with those around the world thanks to a generous gift of $500,000 donated by Integrity Management. |
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Study demonstrates bioavailability of QH-absorb formula 03/03/2009 Coennzyme Q-10 formula study released by Jarrow Formulas. |
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CCCKC partners with local school district to promote healthcare careers 03/02/2009 As part of its ongoing effort to inform students about the benefits of a career in chiropractic, Cleveland Chiropractic College-Kansas City (CCCKC) is participating in a job-shadowing program with the Blue Valley School District in Johnson County, Kan. |
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FDA finds ODI lists dont prove ingredients were on market pre-DSHEA 03/02/2009 The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced its conclusion that pyridoxamine does not meet the statutory definition of a dietary supplement. |
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ACAB to host International Vaccine Risk Symposium 02/27/2009 The American Chiropractic Autism Board (ACAB) will host a three-day event May 15-17, 2009 in Charleston, SC. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University grad receives service award 02/27/2009 Mark Garnett, DC, a 2001 graduate of Northwestern HealthSciences University, has recently been awarded the Biofreeze Thera-Band Humanitarian Award. |
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ICA to host 09 Celebrity Golf Raffle & Fundraiser 02/26/2009 February 26, 2009 — The ICA, the ICA Council on Fitness and Sports Health Science and the ICA’s research foundation, the Foundation for the Advancement of Chiropractic Tenets and Science (FACTS) are proud to present this once-in-a-lifetime chance to play a round of golf in Orlando, Fla. with some of the greatest sports celebrities in history. Win a day of golf with one of the celebrities shown below as well as meals and accommodations in Florida. Only 500 tickets for the celebrity drawing are being sold — at $250 per ticket. The celebrities include: Johnny Damon, a member of the New York Yankees; Retief Goosen, professional golfer; Barry Larkin, former member of the Cincinnati Reds; Mark McNulty, professional golfer; and Ray Lankford, former member of the St. Louis Cardinals. All proceeds go to FACTS, making possible its programs. This includes support for the historic ICA Guidelines and Best Practices initiative and world class programs such as the recently completed International Symposium on the Science Art and Philosophy of Chiropractic in December 2008 in the Bahamas. Source: International Chiropractors Association, www.chiropractic.org |
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JPMFHs call for papers 02/26/2009 The mission of the Journal of Pediatric, Maternal & Family Health - Chiropractic (JPMFH) is to disseminate to its reading audience peer-reviewed research and other information dealing with the concepts of health, wellness, and vertebral subluxation as they relate to children, mothering, and families. |
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Chiropractic care can help pregnancy pain and ease delivery 02/26/2009 The stress placed on a woman’s body during pregnancy can lead to many complications that, while not life-threatening, cause discomfort or pain. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University gives $16,250 in scholarships 02/25/2009 Northwestern Health Sciences University awarded $16,250 in scholarships to 27 chiropractic students on Feb. 5, 2009. |
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Cleveland Chiropractic College partners with JCCC 02/25/2009 Cleveland Chiropractic College’s Kansas City campus has signed an articulation agreement with its neighbor, Johnson County Community College (JCCC). |
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Support the Botanical Safety Handbook revision 02/24/2009 The AHPA Foundation for Education & Research on Botanicals (AHPA-ERB Foundation) makes its online debut at www.AHPAFoundation.org this month and provides companies and individuals with a quick and easy way to support the Foundation’s substantive revision of the American Herbal Products Association’s Botanical Safety Handbook through online donation. |
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Cleveland College students named to prestigious list 02/24/2009 The excellence of the Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles' student body was accentuated as 27 students from the campus were named to “Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities.” |
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Alumni return to Northwestern Health Sciences University 02/24/2009 Northwestern Health Sciences University was alive with activity during its 2009 Chiropractic Homecoming and Winter Gathering, Feb. 5-7. |
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All Cryoderm bottles now airport friendly 02/23/2009 Cryoderm bottle can now be taken through airports and on flights. |
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Jarrow Formulas named platinum member of NPA West California Advocacy Council 02/23/2009 Los Angeles-based Jarrow Formulas continues its support of the Natural Products Association (NPA) West as a platinum member of the NPA West California Advocacy Council for the fifth straight year. |
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Students from Northwestern Health Sciences University spruce up clinic 02/23/2009 Northwestern Health Sciences University students spent a morning in January at the Pillsbury House Integrated Health Clinic, giving the walls a fresh coat of paint. |
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Nordic Naturals becomes official Omega-3 of the APA 02/20/2009 Nordic Naturals, American Pregnancy Association, APA, the official omega-3 |
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TCCs Boots & Spurs Gala another crowd pleaser 02/20/2009 Texas Chiropractic College, TCC, Boots & Spurs Gala, 18th annual, Westin Oaks Galleria Ballroom, Otis Thomas |
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ACA hails legislation expanding chiropractic benefit within VA 02/20/2009 The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and the Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) today expressed support for newly introduced legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives designed to codify chiropractic as a covered service through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care system. |
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Standard Process introduces adrenal complex 02/19/2009 Standard Process releases Adrenal Complex. |
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Anti-Chiro group begins awareness campaign 02/19/2009 Chiropractic stroke awareness group begins anti-chiro campaign in Connecticut. |
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NBCE hosts 6th annual Student Leadership Forum 02/19/2009 The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) hosted 14 student leaders at the 6th Annual Student Leadership Forum on Jan. 23, 2009. |
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Jarrow Formulas named platinum member of NPA West Coast Advocacy Council 02/18/2009 Jarrow Formulas supports Natural Products Association. |
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Free seminar: How to build a practice in tough times 02/18/2009 Free Seminar in Orlando, How to build a practice in tough times. |
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NYCC announces new name for school of AOM 02/18/2009 New York Chiropractic College Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs, Michael Mestan, DC, announced today that the College has adopted a new name for its school of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AOM). |
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Suzanne Somers speaks at Parker Seminars Las Vegas 02/18/2009 Actress, author, and celebrity Suzanne Somers is one of wellness’ biggest supporters, and she stopped by the 2009 Las Vegas Parker Seminar to share her stories and show her support to the health care professionals who are working to make chiropractic wellness and natural lifestyles the popular choice among the public, which is proving a difficult task. |
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Chiropractic well-represented in economic stimulus 02/17/2009 On Tuesday, President Obama signed into law the $787 billion American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Included in the final legislation are the following items of interest to the chiropractic profession: |
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Acom shifts management responsibilities 02/17/2009 Acom "shifts management responsibilities" |
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ICA to host 17th annual natural fitness symposium 02/17/2009 The International Chiropractors Association (ICA) will host the 17th Annual ICA Symposium on Natural Fitness March 6-8 in Columbus, Ohio. |
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CCCKC welcomes another CSI: Kansas City 02/17/2009 Clevelanders on the Kansas City campus welcomed guests in January that may someday be the future of the chiropractic profession. |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University creates new positions 02/16/2009 The Wolfe-Harris Center for Clinical Studies (WHCCS) at Northwestern Health Sciences University recently created two positions in a strategic move to increase the capacity to take on different types of research studies. |
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CCCKC interns attend ‘Hip Hop Health Fair 02/16/2009 Four Cleveland Chiropractic College-Kansas City (CCCKC) student interns recently participated in the “Hip Hop Health Fair,” at West Middle School in Kansas City. |
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Penn Medical Society: How patients are saving money in tough times 02/13/2009 10 ways patients are saving money from Pennsylvania Medical Society |
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Northwestern Health Sciences University begins search for new provost 02/12/2009 A search committee has been formed and will begin a national search for Northwestern Health Sciences University’s new provost. |
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HHS OCR posts new Web site for health information privacy 02/11/2009 The Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights has posted its new Web site. |
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Thera-Band releases home rehab kits 02/11/2009 Thera-Band releases Active Care Program packages. |
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Chiropractic Economics' Feb. 3 Webinar Q&A 02/11/2009 Experts answered your questions from Chiropractic Economics’ Feb. 3 Webinar titled “Rehabbing Patients — Keep it simple, effective, and low-cost!” Please check the Web site frequently for answers to upcoming Webinars. |
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New Thera-Band rehab kits offer turn-key solutions 02/11/2009 The Hygenic Corporation / Performance Health Inc. announces Thera-Band Rehab Kits. These turn-key kits represent the first Active Care Program packaged to include both Thera-Band Systems of Progressive Exercise and Biofreeze pain relieving products. |
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