BOISE, Idaho - As more states legalize marijuana to varying degrees, Pets Best Pet Insurance wants to make sure pet owners are aware of marijuana’s dangers to animals. Believe it or not, marijuana can cause serious illness in dogs and cats, which may be exposed to its effects either by ingesting the plant or by inhalation of smoke. While marijuana is rarely deadly to … [Read more...]
Groundbreaking for Downtown Las Vegas Clinic; Wells Fargo Invests in Southern Nevada; Home Prices Holding Steady
Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada Hosts Groundbreaking Event for Clinic in Downtown Las Vegas Groundbreaking ceremony for VMSN’s new downtown Las Vegas clinic. Members of the community are invited to attend and receive information about the project. [Read more...] Wells Fargo Invests in Southern Nevada through Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance's 'Engage Southern … [Read more...]
Downtown Summerlin Job Fair; Three Nonprofits Partner to Help Homeless Youth
Downtown Summerlin Announces Upcoming Job Fair The Howard Hughes Corporation (NYSE: HHC) announced details for the highly-anticipated job fair for Downtown Summerlin. Job seekers will be able to learn about and apply for jobs in the Summerlin Ballroom at Red Rock Resort on Wednesday, August 27 from 11am – 7pm. [Read More...] Three Nonprofits Work Together to Help Homeless … [Read more...]
Fyzical to Host National Seminar on Oct. 18 at JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa
WHO: Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers WHAT: Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers, a nationwide network of medical and scientific-based physical therapy and fitness centers, will host a national seminar for physical therapists on Oct. 18 to help private practice owners address business challenges. The seminar will also discuss Fyzical’s vision … [Read more...]
Eating Disorder Treatment Center Now In Network With Blue Cross Blue Shield
RENO, Nev. – Center for Hope of the Sierras (CFHS), a specialized eating disorder treatment center, is now in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, making its highly individualized treatment program more accessible for individuals suffering from a wide range of eating disorders. Center for Hope of the Sierras’ state-of-the-art outpatient and residential treatment facilities … [Read more...]
Matt Smith Physical Therapy Hires Physical Therapist Kayla A. Rowzee
Las Vegas –Matt Smith Physical Therapy recently hired Physical Therapist Kayla A. Rowzee, MOT, OTR/L. Prior to joining Matt Smith Physical Therapy, Rowzee served as Lead Occupational Therapist at Kindred Healthcare/RehabCare’s Heritage Hall Skilled Nursing Facility. She has also served as the Lead Occupational Therapist at the Kaleidoscope After-School Program for Monongalia … [Read more...]
Educating, Connecting Entrepreneurs; Median Home Price Hits $200,000; 5K to Raise Funds for Kids with Cancer
Las Vegas Will Launch 1 Million Cups to Educate, Connect Local Entrepreneurs 1 Million Cups, a program to engage, educate and connect entrepreneurs, launched in Las Vegas on Wednesday, August 13. The weekly event will be located in the inNEVation Center, powered by Switch. 1 Million Cups is a weekly gathering that is building startup communities over cups of coffee and … [Read more...]
Fit Body Boot Camp at the Lakes Launches Transformation Challenge on August 18
Dave Olesczuk, owner of Las Vegas Fit Body Boot Camp at the Lakes, believes that challenges motivate people to get healthy and fit. That’s why he’s launching a “Transformation Challenge” on August 18 that runs through September 29. For $50 down and $25 a week, clients receive fitness training and nutritional plans, along with the opportunity to win Friday raffles. Las Vegas … [Read more...]
Matt Smith Physical Therapy Offers Dry Needling Technique
Las Vegas – Those in pain now have one more option available to help relieve what ails them at Matt Smith Physical Therapy. The therapy practice offers Trigger Point Dry Needling, a technique that uses a fine filament needle to deactivate or shut down painful or knotted areas in muscles. At Matt Smith Physical Therapy, dry needling is offered to customers as an add-on to … [Read more...]
Vegas Home Prices Rise, Market Sees More Traditional Buyers
The median price of an existing single-family home sold in Southern Nevada during June was $199,900 - the highest mark since September 2008. This is according to recent statistics released by the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS (GLVAR). The median price is 2.5 percent higher than May and up over 14 percent compared to June 2013. GLVAR President Heidi Kasama called … [Read more...]
Matt Smith Physical Therapy Opens Online Store
Las Vegas – With the opening of an online store, Matt Smith Physical Therapy has further expanded its patient resources. Found on the homepage of the Matt Smith Physical Therapy website, mattsmithpt.com, the new online store has a plethora of great products for sale. Aimed at those recovering from injury and those wanting to stay true to their health and fitness goals, the … [Read more...]
How Nevada Stacks Up 2014
The numbers are in and most data indicates that Nevada is making economic progress in recovering from the depths of the recession. The state’s unemployment rate, while still high, is lower than it was a year ago, the housing market is up, and tourism numbers are slightly higher. This weak and prolonged recovery is taking its toll, but Nevadans – ever resilient – are hopeful … [Read more...]
Center For Hope Of The Sierras Welcomes New Clinical Director
Kelly Kitson joins eating disorder treatment center with extensive experience RENO, Nev. – Specialty eating disorder treatment facility, Center for Hope of the Sierras, welcomes new Clinical Director Kelly Kitson to the team. Kitson previously worked with Center for Hope as a therapist and returns to the center with a wealth of experience. After completing her … [Read more...]
Sixth Annual Volunteers in Medicine Ball to Honor Rod A. Davis
Nonprofit to recognize past president and CEO of St. Rose Dominican Hospital, Siena Campus LAS VEGAS – Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada (VMSN), a volunteer-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to providing the uninsured with access to preventative and comprehensive medical care, cordially invites the public to attend the Sixth Annual Volunteers in Medicine Ball … [Read more...]
Improvements Coming to East Downtown in Reno
Reno's East Fourth Street will be transformed during the second annual Positively 4th Street Better Block Project event. Considered "the gateway" to downtown Reno, Fourth Street is home to several historical properties but is in need of upgrades and repair. Local businesses are looking to spruce up the area through landscaping, adding a two-way bicycle lane, re-striping … [Read more...]
Matt Smith Physical Therapy Acquires Rancho Injury Care Center
New location marks the company’s 14th clinic in Las Vegas Las Vegas – Matt Smith Physical Therapy, a locally owned and operated company dedicated to changing lives through physical therapy and community outreach, has recently expanded its operations to include the acquisition of Rancho Injury Care Center. The clinic will become the company’s 14th Matt Smith Physical Therapy … [Read more...]
Dr. Carlos William Araujo Joins HealthCare Partners Medical Group
New affiliate is now accepting Medicare Advantage plans LAS VEGAS – Oncologist and hematologist Dr. Carlos William Araujo, MD has joined HealthCare Partners Medical Group, a leading physician-run group providing primary, pediatric, specialty and urgent care services in Southern Nevada. Dr. Araujo will be working in various clinics in Southern Nevada, including the San … [Read more...]
Foundation Raising Funds for Veterans Memorial in Downtown Las Vegas
A local foundation is raising money to build a "world-class" veterans memorial in downtown Las Vegas. The Las Vegas Veterans Memorial Foundation is seeking $2.2 million through its Brick Campaign, where bricks are being sold at a range of $250 to $550. All bricks can be purchased in honor of a veteran and customized with the veteran's name, rank, dates of service and … [Read more...]
Chet Robert Whitley, MPAS PA-C, Joins HealthCare Partners Medical Group
HealthCare Partners expands integrated network, provides better care for patients in Southern Nevada LAS VEGAS – Primary care provider Chet Robert Whitley, MPAS PA-C, has joined HealthCare Partners Medical Group, a leading physician-run group providing primary, pediatric, specialty and urgent care services in Southern Nevada. Whitley, a certified physician assistant, is now … [Read more...]
Volunteers in Medicine Thanks Valley Hospital Medical Center for Electrocardiogram Machine Donation
LAS VEGAS – Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada (VMSN), a volunteer-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to providing the uninsured with access to preventative and comprehensive medical care, announced the generous donation of an electrocardiogram (EKG) machine from Valley Hospital Medical Center. The EKG machine is only one of many contributions Valley Hospital has … [Read more...]
