LOS ANGELES (May 20, 2011) – When two adjacent discs in the low back wear out, become compressed and cause unmanageable pain, numbness or other symptoms, replacement with artificial discs can be a viable alternative to standard fusion surgery, based on two-year post-surgery data from a randomized, multicenter trial recently published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. Previous studies have compared single-disc replacement with fusion but this is believed the first to evaluate the two forms of treatment for two contiguous discs, said Rick B. Delamarter, MD, vice ...

Late Thursday afternoon, May 12, 2011, local attorney David S. Jasmer announced that a Cook County jury awarded $3,767,792 for the wrongful death of a 35 year-old Sauk Village man, Michael Hamilton, who died in 2001. He was a supervisor at Behr Process Corp. in Chicago Heights and fell extremely ill at work on May 15, 2001. He left a 12 year-old daughter and his mother, who brought the suit on behalf of her granddaughter. The case involved a missed diagnosis of aortic dissection. Aortic dissection is a life-threatening illness that is treatable but needs to be diagnosed ...

Washington, DC – Georgetown University Medical Center's Howard J. Federoff, MD, PhD, joins preeminent scientists from academia, government, and industry along with advocates, at the "One Mind for Research Forum," a three-day conference designed to dramatically advance the understanding and treatment of brain disorders. By uniting a broad coalition, conference organizers will endorse a bold new 10-year research agenda for the field of neuroscience. During the forum, May 23rd through May 25th in Boston, leading scientists will share the latest research on debilitating ...

Thistle Hotels has announced that just two months from its opening, the Crown Social restaurant at The Parc by Thistle in Cardiff has been awarded two prestigious AA rosettes by the association's independent restaurant inspectors. The contemporary, restaurant in Cardiff; a joint venture between Thistle Hotels and Crown Hotels & Restaurants, is headed up by former Michelin-accredited celebrity chef Martin Blunos. Both Martin and his team, including sous chef Lance Keirle, were praised by the AA inspector for their 'fine cooking' and were awarded a standout score of ...

Standard Life has found that people in the UK live for the moment rather than the long term, with more than one in six (17%) failing to plan their finances at all, according to recent research from the savings and investments company. The research, which looks into the UK's fascination with living for now, finds that almost half of Brits (45%) only plan their finances just a year ahead, or less, with only a fifth of them (22%) planning up to five years into the future. Alarmingly, only one in six people (16%) plan more than six years ahead which underlines the real necessity ...

Hays plc, the global specialist recruiting firm, has called on governments and industries across the world to take joined-up action to tackle the looming threat of increased global unemployment as the world's working population is set to increase dramatically. With many countries already at record levels of unemployment, co-ordinated action needs to be taken now to avert future labour crises as significantly more people are set to join the global labour force. To this end Hays has developed a Five Point Plan. Hays, which placed more than 230,000 people in work across ...

Standard Life's new research* has revealed that almost two out of three people (63%) think they could not live on GBP140 a week in retirement, rising to 72% for the 55 and over's. Only 17% of the 55 and over's think they could live on GBP140 a week. The Government has recently proposed a single-tier flat-rate state pension worth around GBP140 a week, and are currently consulting on how this might be introduced in 2015 at the earliest. John Lawson, head of pensions policy at Standard Life said: "The introduction of state pensions of GBP140 a week for all is to be ...

Principal photography on "The Hunger Games" began on May 19, 2011. According the the Screen Actors Guild, shooting will continue through September 3, 2011. Locations include the North Carolina communities of Hildebran, Shelby, Charlotte, Asheville, and Wilmington among others. Casting for the films extras, stand-ins and photo doubles will continue throughout filming. Some small speaking roles will also be cast as minor script changes occur during the shoot. Several newcomers have been cast in some of the films lead roles. Director Gary Ross and producer Nina ...

Central Park Bike Tours, a leading bicycle rental and tours company in New York City, is pleased to announce they will once again partner with Australia based non-profit organization, Challenge, and offer free bike tours to 8 teenage cancer patients for an unforgettable trip around Central Park this summer. The Victoria based organization conducts "Trip in a Lifetime" program every two years, which aims to take a group of 10 teenagers and travel throughout the USA. The program is designed to encourage confidence and independence, while giving them the strength ...

4-year old Eric never hesitates to say what's on his mind and always finds a moment to laugh with his friends. You would never know the jovial little boy faces a host of medical complications and extreme difficulties due to his disability. But Eric never let's that stand in his way of being a "normal" child. Eric is one of the many children chosen as a Grand Marshal to help lead the Walk for St. Mary's Kids and Family Fun Day on Sunday, May 22nd at Belmont Park in Elmont, NY because of his determination and strong will to overcome his disability. Eric ...

TouchTaste Technologies, winners of the 2010 People's Choice Chicago Innovations Award, has partnered with the Cosmo Agency for brand management and media sales. The Cosmo Agency will market the TouchLife media products including TouchLife tables, iWalls, iPads, and mobile apps. The Cosmo Agency provides brands unique advertising concepts and technologies for out-of-home marketing. Touch Taste Technologies creates interactive TouchLife tables and iWalls for the hospitality, entertainment, nightlife and gaming industries. Combining a state-of-the-art touchscreen interface ...

The Annual 200 Club of Mercer County Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, June 8th, at 11:30am at the "Stone Terrace by John Henry's" on Kuser Road in Hamilton. It will feature Bill Baroni, the Deputy Executive Director of the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, as Guest Speaker. The Deputy Executive Director grew up in Hamilton Township, and previously served as State Senator in the 14th District. As the director of a Port Authority which operates some of the most critical infrastructure points in the nation, Mr. Baroni also oversees the rebuilding of ...

VQ ActionCare, makers of mature adult fitness and lifestyle equipment, is pleased to announce a special offer on its award-winning Resistance Chair , just in time for Father's Day. Beginning on June 1, 2011, VQ ActionCare will offer 25% off of the award-winning Resistance Chair and two accessories: the SmoothRider II Exercise Cycle and Freedom Flex Shoulder Stretcher. Originally retailing for $659.55, VQ ActionCare is offering the Father's Day package for the reduced price of $494.66, through June 19, 2011. "Committed to the health and wellness of mature adults, ...

Taking the advice of the National Running Day Organizing Committee, who says "you may run alone but on National Running Day, we celebrate together", famed trainer of running trainers, Dr. Michael Yessis is hosting a fun run for all runners. The event has no real rules, no entry fees. There will be an informal trail run and an even more casual run around landmark Kit Carson Park in Escondido, California starting at 6:00 PM to allow nine-to-fivers the chance to participate. Everyone who runs will receive a complimentary T-Shirt from Dr. Yessis. "We looked ...

Getting stuck on the road with a flat tire can turn a productive day into an obstacle course. The best thing to do is keep a flat tire repair kit in your vehicle, which can save you a lot of time and money. Accessories Marketing, Inc. (AMI), creator and manufacturer of Slime sealant, offers a large selection of tire care products that can turn your nightmare into a tiny bump in the road that is easily resolved. AMI has created the Slime Truck Spair Kit for most trucks and the Slime Power Spair Kit to use with a variety of tires, including trucks, motorcycles, ATVs, ...

OnMeandMyCar.com a new and improved social media t-shirt marketing service will officially launch May 31, 2011, and announced today that it will be donating the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month to a non-for-profit organization or cause. "There will be a total of 14 "Give Back Days" available for donation in 2011" said the future host of On Me and My Car, Marco A. Marquecho. OnMeandMyCar.com is aimed to close the existing gap between normal social network behavior in which members are usually predisposed to have fun, hear gossip, and find entertainment, ...

REALTORS throughout Kentucky are committed to simplifying the lives of home buyers and sellers by leveraging technology for simpler transactions. In response to this commitment, DotLoop, the collaborative workspace for real estate is powering five new offices in addition to adoption success by REALTOR Association members of the Bluegrass State. Kentucky REALTOR Associations powered by DotLoop have achieved more than 75 percent adoption by their members. These real estate agents recognize DotLoop as a necessary platform for their business as a means of completing deals ...

Report Reserve Announces Biliary Cirrhosis - Pipeline Review, Q2 2011 Report Summary Global Markets Direct�s, 'Biliary Cirrhosis - Pipeline Review, Q2 2011', provides an overview of the Biliary Cirrhosis therapeutic pipeline. This report provides information on the therapeutic development for Biliary Cirrhosis, complete with latest updates, and special features on late-stage and discontinued projects. It also reviews key players involved in the therapeutic development for Biliary Cirrhosis. 'Biliary Cirrhosis - Pipeline Review, Q2 2011' is built using data ...

Boot Camp Digital (www.bootcampdigital.com), a market leader of custom social media marketing training programs, is excited to extend invitation to the Cincinnati community to their new monthly Social Media Lunch Sessions. These hour and a half sessions will cover a number of interesting topics and tips for business owners using social media in their marketing plans. Boot Camp Digital will help you and your company stay sharp and up do date on your knowledge of social media and teach you the significance it has in today's marketing world. These sessions are the only ...

Aithent Inc. (www.aithent.com) a creator of high-value regulatory compliance management solutions for financial services, government and insurance organizations, today disclosed a way for financial institutions impacted by the lack of support for the case management solutions used by their fraud investigative units Called the Aithent Legacy Case Management Migration Methodology, it addresses the predicament faced by financial institutions with systems that aren't maintained or advanced by their providers. While transitioning to a new platform is the logical option, the ...

Brinks North America has made a strategic risk management decision to Test Drive - provide Hiring Simulation Assessments for key hires throughout the firm. By allowing hiring managers and team members to see candidates in action (as if they are on the job) will allow management to make logical - not emotional hires. "You can teach technical skills but you cannot teach personality. The Hiring Simulations at Hire Results Limited allows Employers to see the Personality at Work. There's nothing greater than observing the top few candidates carrying out tangible scenarios. ...

ELECTRONICS.CA PUBLICATIONS, the electronics industry market research and knowledge network, announces the availability of a new report entitled "Enabling Technologies for the Smart Grid". According to a technical market research report, the value of the global market for enabling technologies for the smart grid was nearly $23.7 billion in 2011, but is expected to increase to $33.1 billion in 2016, for a 5-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The largest segment of the market, distributed energy generation and storage, is projected to increase ...

Stevens-Henager College announced today the statewide launch of its GED Test tutoring program. GED Test tutoring is now available at all campus locations, including Salt Lake City/Murray, Provo/Orem, Logan, and Ogden/West Haven. The tutoring program is offered at no cost and has been developed to bring enrollees without a diploma a step closer to their dream jobs, by helping them get the required credentials to start college. A GED Academy article shows that 39 million Americans do not have a high school diploma1; the tutoring program's goal is to assist some of that ...

These skilled Houston above ground pool and in-ground vinyl pool liner professionals are available to consult on sales and installations. With over 38 years of experience, the service provided by AAM Company is unmatched in the Houston pool industry. Their expertise includes above ground pools sales and installations, all types of pool service, custom vinyl liner sales and installations. Customers will benefit from the quality materials, quality workmanship, and quality installers that define AAM Company.Houston's Garrett Vinyl Pools has been proving to our new and existing ...

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc. (CARD), the world's largest autism organization effectively treating children with state of the art therapy, will host an Autism Treatment Insurance Workshop for parents of children with autism. The free workshop will be offered June 15 - 16, 2011 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at 1890 Palmer Ave., Suite 404 in Larchmont, New York. The workshop will give parents of children with autism up-to-date information on insurance coverage for behavioral therapy, answers on what insurance companies will and will not cover as well as effective ...