Las Vegas - On National Non-Profit Day, Sunrise Children’s Foundation (SCF), whose mission is to help children fulfill their potential of safe, healthy and educated lives, debuts its new direction, look, and growth. The charitable organization delivers a full scope of services from birth to five and provides a comprehensive continuum of care to ensure that children in Nevada … [Read more...] about Sunrise Children’s Foundation Debuts New Look & Shares Growth and Impact to the Community on National Non-Profit Day, August 17
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Pulmonary Medicine Introduced at Northern Nevada Medical Group
Sparks – Northern Nevada Medical Group (NNMG) has announced the launch of its new pulmonary medicine specialty clinic led by board-certified internal medicine and pulmonary care providers, Aleem Surani, MD and Aaron Viray, MD. The new clinic will focus on advanced diagnosis and treatment options for patients managing lung and respiratory disorders. “We are pleased to expand … [Read more...] about Pulmonary Medicine Introduced at Northern Nevada Medical Group
Las Vegas HEALS Partners with Parkway Recovery Care Center in Green Valley for August Healthcare Happy Hour
Las Vegas HEALS and Parkway Recovery Care Center have partnered up for the next Las Vegas HEALS Healthcare Happy Hour. Guests will be able to tour the luxury recovery center that is known for patients being given the best possible experience and care. The event will take place from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 29 at 100 N. Green Valley Parkway, Suite 330 in Henderson. … [Read more...] about Las Vegas HEALS Partners with Parkway Recovery Care Center in Green Valley for August Healthcare Happy Hour
New Diagnostic Imaging Facility Opens in Henderson
LAS VEGAS – Desert Radiology, a premier diagnostic imaging company that has served Southern Nevada for over 50 years, opened a new outpatient-based imaging facility at 3175 St. Rose Parkway, Suite 130, in Henderson, Nevada. This is the company’s ninth location, and second in Henderson. The new 5,000-square-foot imaging facility will provide greater access to diagnostic imaging … [Read more...] about New Diagnostic Imaging Facility Opens in Henderson
Southwest Medical Lifestyle Center – East Offers New and Ongoing Events for September
LAS VEGAS – Southwest Medical Lifestyle Centers are places for older adults to laugh, learn and stay healthy. They are a great place to: Try programs to improve your health Take advantage of daily group activities Meet friends, share a cup of coffee, play cards, learn to use a computer or just talk The social club is open to the community. You don’t need to be a … [Read more...] about Southwest Medical Lifestyle Center – East Offers New and Ongoing Events for September
Southwest Medical Lifestyle Center – West Offers New and Ongoing Events for September
LAS VEGAS – Southwest Medical Lifestyle Centers are places for older adults to laugh, learn and stay healthy. They are a great place to: Try programs to improve your health Take advantage of daily group activities Meet friends, share a cup of coffee, play cards, learn to use a computer or just talk The social club is open to the community. You don’t need to be … [Read more...] about Southwest Medical Lifestyle Center – West Offers New and Ongoing Events for September
REMSA/Care Flight Promotes Shannon Petty as Reno’s Base Supervisor
RENO – The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) and Care Flight announce the promotion of Shannon Petty, RN, CRFN, to the position of Care Flight’s base supervisor for the ground critical care transport and the fixed-wing base in Reno. Care Flight, a program of REMSA, is a regional helicopter, airplane and ground critical care transport service. Care Flight … [Read more...] about REMSA/Care Flight Promotes Shannon Petty as Reno’s Base Supervisor
Farhan Naqvi Joins Fight Against Breast Cancer with Real Men Wear Pink Campaign
Farhan Naqvi, managing partner of Naqvi Injury Law, has been selected to represent the American Cancer Society (ACS) in its annual Real Men Wear Pink campaign. Real Men Wear Pink officially kicks off on August 16 and leads up to the ACS Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk on October 28 at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa. “I’m honored to be selected for this unique … [Read more...] about Farhan Naqvi Joins Fight Against Breast Cancer with Real Men Wear Pink Campaign
Around the State: August 2018
First UNLV Innovation Building Breaks Ground Gardner Company, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and the UNLV Research Foundation has begun construction on the first building of the UNLV Harry Reid Research and Technology Park. Part of a 122-acre, master planned campus, this first building will be four-stories and 110,000 square feet. This research, technology and … [Read more...] about Around the State: August 2018
SilverSummit Healthplan Celebrates One Year of Community Outreach
LAS VEGAS – SilverSummit Healthplan is celebrating one year of impactful outreach efforts and commitment to health and wellness in Nevada communities. Since July 2017, SilverSummit Healthplan has been providing quality healthcare options to Nevadans throughout the entire state, including through the exchange in 14 previously bare counties. “SilverSummit works closely with … [Read more...] about SilverSummit Healthplan Celebrates One Year of Community Outreach
Hope and Help for the Aching Back
Las Vegas – An exciting chiropractic technique called Chiropractic BioPhysics can permanently fix neck and lower back pain and relieve many of the symptoms that come with it. The medical term for pain from degenerative conditions of the spine is spondylosis. Most often, the term refers to osteoarthritis of the spine, but it is also commonly used to describe other types of … [Read more...] about Hope and Help for the Aching Back
Hometown Health’s Senior Care Plus Medicare Advantage Plan Expanding into Clark & Nye Counties by Partnering with P3 Health Partners
LAS VEGAS – Senior Care Plus, the Medicare Advantage plan from Hometown Health, is teaming up with P3 Health Partners to bring its 4.5-star rated Medicare Advantage plan to Medicare eligible residents of Clark and Nye counties. This announcement means Clark and Nye county Medicare recipients will have new health care choices beginning January 1, 2019 and can select Senior Care … [Read more...] about Hometown Health’s Senior Care Plus Medicare Advantage Plan Expanding into Clark & Nye Counties by Partnering with P3 Health Partners
Las Vegas HEALS Welcomes Three New Members to its Board of Directors
Las Vegas HEALS, a nonprofit membership-based healthcare association, announced that it recently welcomed three new members to its Board of Directors: Diane Fearon, Dave Marlon, and Alexandra Silver. “These new additions to our Board of Directors are invaluable,” said Doug Geinzer, CEO of Las Vegas HEALS. “They bring decades of experience with excellent reputations in the … [Read more...] about Las Vegas HEALS Welcomes Three New Members to its Board of Directors
New Effort to Address Opioid Addiction Launches in Nevada
Broad coalition of state leaders join together to combat growing crisis A coalition of community leaders and organizations, health care stakeholders and business representatives announced the formation of the Rx Abuse Leadership Initiative (RALI) of Nevada to address opioid misuse and addiction across the state. “Combatting this crisis requires a broad-based and … [Read more...] about New Effort to Address Opioid Addiction Launches in Nevada
Nathan Adelson Hospice Announces ‘Paws For Paul’ – The Paul Ames Pet Therapy Program
To celebrate the life of a special pet lover, Nathan Adelson Hospice is proud to announce the formation of Paws For Paul – The Paul Ames Pet Therapy Program. Paul Ames, brother of actor and comedian Brad Garrett, was a passionate advocate for animals, especially the dogs he cared for during his life. To honor his memory, Garrett and Nathan Adelson Hospice are creating a … [Read more...] about Nathan Adelson Hospice Announces ‘Paws For Paul’ – The Paul Ames Pet Therapy Program
Governor Sandoval Appoints Nathan Adelson Hospice’s Diane Fearon as Chairman of the Commission for Women for the State of Nevada
LAS VEGAS – Nathan Adelson Hospice announced that Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval has appointed Diane Fearon of the hospice to serve as Chairman of the Commission for Women for the State of Nevada. The commission is charged with the duty to study the changing and developing roles of women in society and recommending proposed legislation. Current goals of the commission … [Read more...] about Governor Sandoval Appoints Nathan Adelson Hospice’s Diane Fearon as Chairman of the Commission for Women for the State of Nevada
Elaine P. Wynn & Family Foundation Donates Over $500,000 to Nathan Adelson Hospice Palliative Care Program
As more and more attention is drawn to palliative care in America, The Elaine P. Wynn & Family Foundation (EPWFF) continues to be a leader in supporting services for those dealing with chronic illness with a generous donation of $568,000 to Nathan Adelson Hospice’s Elaine Wynn Palliative Care Program (EWPCP). Now celebrating its 40th anniversary of providing care to … [Read more...] about Elaine P. Wynn & Family Foundation Donates Over $500,000 to Nathan Adelson Hospice Palliative Care Program
SR Construction Builds Emergency Room on Las Vegas Strip
New emergency room will allow for quick medical care in state-of-the-art facility SR Construction recently attended the Open House Celebration of the Elite Medical Center. As the only hospital and emergency room on the Vegas Strip, the Elite Medical Center will provide full emergency medical services in a state-of-the-art facility to the Strip and surrounding areas. "This … [Read more...] about SR Construction Builds Emergency Room on Las Vegas Strip
Healthcare Check-Up: Nevada’s Hospitals
Nevada’s population is growing as new businesses locate in the state, and existing businesses expand. As the population increases, it’s also shifting. Along with the rest of the nation, the state’s population is aging. At the same time, with the addition of new and startup businesses, millennials are locating within the state. To meet the different needs of varying … [Read more...] about Healthcare Check-Up: Nevada’s Hospitals
Las Vegas HEALS to Host 7th Annual ‘Inspired Excellence in Healthcare Awards’
LAS VEGAS – Las Vegas HEALS (Health, Education, Advocacy and Leadership of Southern Nevada), a nonprofit membership-based healthcare association, will recognize a group of deserving honorees as part of the 7th Annual “Inspired Excellence in Healthcare Awards” for their outstanding contributions to the Southern Nevada community. Inspired by the pioneer exploits of Dr. Royce … [Read more...] about Las Vegas HEALS to Host 7th Annual ‘Inspired Excellence in Healthcare Awards’