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Health and Medical News from Florida Organizations and Companies
Plantation Florida Dentist Donates 100 N95 Masks to the Cleveland Clinic
PLANTATION, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- In the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, a local dentist has donated one hundred N95 masks to healthcare workers at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Richard Leiderman, a dental specialist in Plantation, donated the masks from his own supply because he is grateful to the healthcare workers.
Papa Inc. and FlexCare Partner to Expand Health Services to Families
MIAMI, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Papa, a nationwide provider for older adults and families announced today its partnership with FlexCare, LLC to provide employer groups Papa's nationwide services. This partnership allows FlexCare's employer groups to benefit from Papa Pals' companionship, transportation, technology assistance, and light household chores.
Papa Inc. Expands ‘Family-On Demand’ Services Nationwide with Competitive Health, Inc.
MIAMI, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- Papa, a nationwide provider for older adults and families announced today its partnership with Competitive Health, Inc. (CHI) to provide employer groups and associations across the country with companionship, transportation, technology assistance, and light household chores.
HCI Hair Solutions’ New Central Florida Location offers Luxurious Hair Replacement Options
LONGWOOD, Fla. /FLORIDA NEWSWIRE/ -- HCI Hair Solutions announces their new location. For the past 28 years, HCI Hair Solutions has been providing luxurious hair replacement solutions for Central Florida. Some of their clients travel from all parts of Florida and the country just to place their hair confidence with HCI Hair Solutions.
Papa Inc. & Priority Health Announce Partnership Launch to Offer Senior Citizens More Freedom to Age in Place
MIAMI, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Papa Inc., a nationwide provider for seniors and caregivers announced today its newest partnership with Priority Health. Papa will provide "Grandkids On-Demand" for Priority Health's PriorityMedicare Edge and PriorityMedicare Ideal Medicare Advantage plan members.
National Mobility Equipment Dealers Assoc. Inks Partnership with Oscar Mike Foundation
TAMPA, Fla., /Florida Newswire/ -- The National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) today announced the signing of a partnership agreement with the Oscar Mike Foundation (OMF) establishing NMEDA as the Official Vehicle Sponsor for OMF's signature event, the United States Quad Rugby Association National Championships.
Papa Inc. Partners with Higi to Support Health Screenings and Ongoing Support for Senior Citizens
MIAMI, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Papa Inc., a leading provider for seniors and caregivers nationwide announced today its newest partnership with Higi, a healthcare technology company that operates a nationwide network of Smart Health Stations. Papa Members can now visit Higi's 10,000 stations, publicly available at grocery, pharmacy, and other community locations with assistance in transportation and technology usage from a Papa Pal.
Florida Blue and Papa Inc. Partner to Address Social Isolation, Improve Senior Health Outcomes
MIAMI, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Florida Blue, the leading health insurer in Florida, announced today that it is partnering with Papa, a nationwide provider of senior services, to offer Florida Blue members in select Medicare Advantage plans assistance with transportation, house chores, companionship and other senior support services.
Rita Medical Elite, Sarasota’s Premier Med Spa, Announces Grand Holiday Event to Celebrate Expansion
SARASOTA, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Rita Medical Elite is pleased to announce that it will hold a celebratory Holiday Event showcasing its newly completed medical spa with an expanded menu of aesthetic services on Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Due to limited space, those wanting to enjoy the festivities must call in advance to place their name on the guest list.
Papa and HomeThrive Launch Strateg Partnership to Better Support Loved Ones Aging in Place
MIAMI, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Papa Inc., a nationwide provider of services for seniors and caregivers announced today its newest partnership with HomeThrive. The launch will begin November 11, 2019 in Illinois, Michigan and Florida where Papa Pals will work with HomeThrive and their clients to provide Papa's companionship and in-home support services.
Dental Expert Dr. Craig Spodak Named Align Technology Faculty Member
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Dr. Craig Spodak, dentist at Spodak Dental Group, was recently named a member of Align Technology's North American Faculty. He is considered an expert in his field and joins a group of elite dentists, orthodontists and team educators across the world, and is among one of only a few Align Faculty Members in Florida.
NMEDA Non-Profit Announces New Safety-Reviewed Wheelchair Vehicle Resource
TAMPA, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- The National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) announced today the debut of an online resource designed to help people with disabilities and their caregivers make informed choices when shopping for a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
Save Your Teeth and Save the Reef: Dr. Kerri White Gives Back, Supporting Nelligan Sea Turtle Research
BOCA RATON, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Dr. Kerri White of White Smiles of Boca is dedicated to saving our ocean and future. Now through January 1, Dr. White will donate 5% of the proceeds from every new comprehensive Invisalign(R) treatment start to the FAU Foundation's "Nelligan Sea Turtle Research Support Fund."
Spine and Wellness Centers of America Expands into Northern Palm Beach County, Florida
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Spine and Wellness Centers of America (SWCA), operator of innovative institutes devoted to optimal health and wellness, today announced expansion into Northern Palm Beach County. Local son Dr. Jeffrey R. Cara, DO, will serve as director of the firm's new Palm Beach Gardens-based institute.
‘Better than crutches’ Dynamo SportSwings – Medtech Pros Create Breakthrough Mobility Technology
NAPLES, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Healthcare innovator Dynamo today announced the rollout of Dynamo SportSwings. Designed as a replacement for the common, underarm crutch, it reflects the most advanced, top-to-bottom redesign since the days of the Egyptian pharaohs.
Spodak Dental Group Offers Minimally-Invasive LANAP Laser Treatment for Gum Disease
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Spodak Dental Group now offers a patient-friendly outpatient treatment for gum disease, the LANAP(R) protocol. Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that support the teeth, and impacts more than 50% of American adults. The LANAP(R) protocol is the only FDA-cleared laser treatment proven to regenerate bone loss to gum disease without cutting or stitching of the gums.
Brandon Stem Cell Clinic (BSCC) in Tampa Offers Life-changing Treatment Options
TAMPA, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Brandon Stem Cell Clinic (BSCC) recognizes that osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint conditions, affecting nearly 630 million people worldwide. It is commonly associated with aging but is also frequently seen in cases of overuse of joints. The growing number of cases alone prove a need for innovative and effective treatments as populations continue to age. (VIDEO)
Improving Health: Delray Beach Dentist Dr. Tiffany Dudley Offers A Better Night’s Sleep
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Local dentist, Dr. Tiffany Dudley is now helping Delray Beach, Florida, residents get a more restful night's sleep. Dr. Dudley of Spodak Dental Group recently became an American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine (ABDSM) Diplomate.
Dr. Lauren Goodall Releases Ground-Breaking Self-Help Book: ‘Bipolar is Not an STD’
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Dr. Lauren Goodall (PsyD), releases her ground-breaking self-help book, "Bipolar is not an STD" (ISBN: 978-1543975581), Dr. Goodall designed the book around getting people better faster. She wanted a book that could be finished over the course of a weekend; not something that would take a long period of time to plow through.
Papa’s ‘Grandkids On-demand’ for Seniors Launches Nationwide Expansion in Seven New States
MIAMI, Fla. /Florida Newswire/ -- Papa, a leader in the Elder Tech industry announced they have expanded services to California, Illinois, Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Papa is expanding beyond its current markets of 19 cities throughout Florida, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. Papa Pals support older adults with transportation, household chores, technology, and companionship.