Repairing small, seemingly benign holes in a child's heart may be more clinically important than previously thought, as dysfunction could be lurking out of sight. These are the findings from a study conducted by doctors and researchers at Nationwide Children's Hospital and the Ohio State University Medical Center examining a subset of the most common form of congenital heart disease, ventricular septal defect. The recently published study appears in the Journal of Molecular and Cellular Cardiology, the official journal of the International Society for Heart Research. Ventricular ...

Years ago the idea of using a virtual data room (VDR) seemed like it would never be accepted. The concept of taking paper due diligence materials and placing them 'online' seemed too far fetched to work. People felt the internet would never have the level of security or the speed required to display sensitive corporate information to outside parties. Once internet connection speeds increased and security measures improved so did the idea of people reviewing information on a computer screen from the comfort of their own office. Today, VDR awareness is still growing and the ...

Caring Technologies Inc., developer of the proprietary Behavior Imaging technology, unveiled a new brand identity today, changing its name to Behavior Imaging Solutions, Inc. The timing coincides with its recent registered trademark award, and reflects the company's history and commitment to Behavior Imaging technology as a means of treating behavioral disorders with greater accuracy and cost-effectiveness. The company's rebranding effort is intended to establish broader market application of Behavior Imaging as an innovative and versatile solution for healthcare providers ...

When people hear the word hospice, visions of imminent death are conjured and fear of the unknown prevails in even the coolest of heads. While death is ultimately the inescapable result, Hospice focuses on life and making sure that every last moment can be lived to the fullest. Raleigh resident Bobbi Lancaster recently experienced first-hand the value and comfort Hospice of Wake County brings to not only the patient, but the family as well. In a matter of months, Lancaster was nearly consumed by a maelstrom of events that threatened to drag her under including the loss ...

Njideka Harry, Founder & Executive Director of Youth for Technology Foundation (YTF), received a nomination for this year's 2010 Microsoft Integral Fellows Award. The Microsoft Alumni Foundation gives this award to "recognize and support a Microsoft alumnus who has made a meaningful difference in the daily lives of others by using his/her talents, time and resources to contribute to the world." Up to four alumni nominees for the Microsoft Integral Fellows Award will receive a $25K award to go to the 501(c)(3) with which they work in the form of a one-year, unrestricted ...

Letetia Mullenix, founder of Families with Faith joins 'Out the Box' Monday, September 13th at 8PM to discuss her new book, "Promise Road: Walking through the Process that Manifests the Promise". Promise Road offers its readers an original and fresh approach on awaiting the promises of God during difficult seasons. The book chronicles the season in the author's life that God used to manifest His promise for personal and marital restoration. While imparting biblical insight regarding the promises of God, Promise Road offers hope to all who stand in need of restoration. ...

Industry professionals from around the world can now nominate their favorite company or individual for the Perspective Magazine "Best in the World" Awards Program in conjunction with GNEX 2011. Categories range across the full spectrum of the industry, from "Best Timeshare Resort" and "Best Marketing Team" through to "Best Individual Professional". Among the award categories are opportunities for green initiatives, innovation and technology awards, an entrepreneur award and even a best newcomer award for the best new entrant to the industry. Nominations will be ...

Tin-va Latin, LLC is launching a new and revolutionary cardio dance workout program called La Tin-Va Fitness! Discover the La Tin-Va experience at the Blackbird Dance Company, 6767 West Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028. The classes will be held every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Call us at (323) 205-6579 or email us at vip@latinva.com to reserve your spot by leaving your full name and contact information. Learn new Latin cardio dance routines inspired by Cha Cha, Salsa, Merengue, Tango and Mambo. From the Fitness Club to the Dance Club, come and join the party ...

Ghosts have the ability to "haunt" in any bookstore around the country. Rob Gutro's popular paranormal non-fiction book "Ghosts and Spirits: Insights from a Medium," is now available on iPage, and allows any book store to purchase and stock. This change allows for widespread in-store distribution without concern of returns. This widened distribution channel has opened for the book just in time for the fall and Halloween season, when paranormal books are extremely popular. "Ghosts and Spirits: Insight from a Medium" is available in paperback through Barnes and Noble.com ...

According to Dressage Today book reviewer Mary Daniels: "Playing With Lukas is the most unique book on training I have yet to see...Author Karen Murdock heads one of her chapters with a quote by Helen Keller,...an icon of spiritual strength: 'Although the world is full of suffering it is full also of the overcoming of it.' This is what this self- published book really is about - how two beings, who couldn't find their place in life, finally did through each other. It's a wonderful story of the triumph of the spirit." "Dressage had always appealed to her, and she tried ...

Tacoma Comedy Club Presents Halloween Hypnosis Show Oct 31, 2010 With Don Barnhart Award-winning comedian, Second City Conservatory Alumni and Certified Hypnotist Don Barnhart has combined his comedy and improvisational skills to perform the most unique, interactive and funniest comedy-hypnosis shows in his home state of Washington. Washington native and top national comedy headliner will return to his home state of Washington and perform his comedy hypnosis show on Halloween at The Tacoma Comedy Club is located at 445 Tacoma Ave. S Tacoma, WA 98402 next door to Marlakey's. ...

Women's Power Networking (WPN) is excited to announce the opening of new Coffee and Contacts chapters in Missouri, South Carolina, and Pennsylvania. The three new sister chapters join the 17 chapters in the Triangle and surrounds. Coffee and Contacts chapters meet weekly for about an hour to provide women time to network, build business alliances and sharpen their presentation skills. Under the leadership of Founder and Executive Director Jean Hedges and National Director Marilyn Shannon, Women's Power Networking has expanded from one chapter in North Raleigh in 2007, ...

Every Tuesday evening at 7:03 PM eastern time, you can listen to Wellness, Wholeness & Wisdom radio with host Psychologist Parthenia Izzard, CNHP. The program is archived within minutes of the live broadcast on the internet and rebroadcast Saturday mornings at 9:03 AM eastern time. On your computer go to http://www.amtherapies.com and click on the Radio link to listen to the show live online or on your phone! Program topics range from authors like Bishop Jordan, James Redfield, Immaculee Ilibagiza, and William Tiller to owners of products like Rishi Teas, and Dr. Kracker. ...

Great Plains Dynamics got its new name several years ago - now it is Microsoft Dynamics GP. Being matured and very flexible mid-market Corporate ERP application, Dynamics GP should be a good fit for challenging requirements in nationwide and international distribution: Warehouse Management System, Electronic Document Interchange, B2B ecommerce, Consignment. Various industry specific add-ons are available through Dynamics GP ISV channel. In this small paper we would like to give you typical implementation scenario and extensions, often required in distribution industry. ...

Dr. Dean Glassman has recently launched a new educational website (http://glassmanplasticsurgery.com) for his private practice. Through the new site, Dr. Glassman hopes to generate more awareness of procedures and information while being a on-line resource, answering many of the questions patients want to know about plastic surgery. The new website (http://glassmanplasticsurgery.com) gives visitors a window into Dr. Glassman's surgical procedures. Breast enhancement, body contouring, and facial sculpting patients all know that surgery is a major decision and need an ...

StepStone Solutions, a leading provider of total talent management solutions, has announced that optical components giant Oclaro has successfully implemented its talent acquisition (e-recruitment solution) across its APAC, US and Europe operations, aiming to attract scarce professionals with high-end speciality skills. The installation was deployed in China, where Oclaro has the largest demand for engineering, R&D, and manufacturing staff. After evaluating StepStone Solutions against three other international providers, Oclaro decided that StepStone Solutions offered the ...

In Brazil it's actually both fun and rewarding to be an estate agent right now. Soaring economic growth (8.8% GDP for Q2 2010 - higher than anticipated) coupled with progressive government programmes aimed to give low-income families easier access to mortgages means that there are literally queues of people signing up for off-plan property. Foreign investors must take note. With interest rates plummeting into single figures in 2010, mortgage lending has risen by 77% during the first half of the year in comparison with 2009. As a result the construction industry has outpaced ...

The Dying Times tracks the experiences of one Nadene Schafer, a 13-year-old girl with a strange and special talent, on her journey with other survivors who are trying to escape the zombie infested areas and survive on a day to day basis. They soon find out that this is no easy task, and that survival itself is fleeting. The book begins in small town America and tells the story of the main character, Nadene, along with her mother, a homeless man, a police officer, and a dispatcher, as well as the revolving stories of Nadene's best friend Sally and her family during a ...

Anyone who loves decorating and has been wondering if they have what it takes to make money as a home stager will want to attend a FREE event "5 Simple Secrets to a Home Staging Business: How to Make Money Doing What You Love." Hosted by internationally recognized home staging expert Debra Gould, this free conference call will teach listeners about five simple secrets to making money as a home stager. Hundreds of aspiring home stagers, and people who already have home staging businesses but have been struggling to make money in this economy, are expected to attend this ...

Afribiz announces that Lauri Elliott, its Director, will be serving as a panelist for the Technology, Infrastructure, and Energy panel at the AngelAfrica Enterprise Conference 2010 in New York City on September 18th. The panel will be moderated by Scott Schuster - a reknowned facilitator for prominent business and government events, an ABC News foreign correspondent, and Producer of NPR's All Things Considered. The theme of this year's conference is "Southern Africa: Kicking Off the Next African Decade." This vibrant conference will highlight both the investment climate ...

Within easy reach of the thriving county town of Ayr, Doonfoot is a popular area for families, having a well regarded primary school and wonderful coastal location. Ideally placed, just a short stroll from the beachfront, is No. 25 Greenan Road, currently being marketed by the Ayr office of leading independent property consultancy CKD Galbraith. This substantial detached family house is quietly situated on this well established residential street. The owners have created a beautifully appointed and well laid out home which has flexible accommodation, including 3 reception ...

Fitch Ratings--a global ratings agency widely respected by investors and underwriters--has just revised its sector outlook on the U.S. property and casualty insurance industry upwards for both commercial and personal lines. The change in outlook reflects their view that the industry has withstood the current financial crisis reasonably well, particularly in comparison with other financial services sectors. A major P&C player contributing to that upward momentum is the Chubb Group of Insurance Companies, whose shares recently traded at a new 52-week high. The stock market ...

Dr. Scott Hedrick is a board certified Chiropractic Physician with over 22 years of experience in private practice in South Florida. Dr. Hedrick specializes in pain relief and management, auto accident injuries, slip and fall injuries as well as improved health and wellness through proper nutrition, weight loss, supplementation, stress relief, proper sleep and exercise. He has successfully helped thousands of patients stop suffering from headaches, neck pain, low back pain and arm or leg pain. He believes in conservative use of medication and appropriate coordination with ...

Boutique vintner Damian Rae Winery today announced that its 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon was awarded the gold medal at the World Wine Championships in Chicago. The tasting was conducted by judges of the Beverage Testing Institute. "We focus 100% on quality, so naturally we're thrilled with this prestigious honor," said John Tarabini, Damian Rae Winery president. "Wine enthusiasts will savor this amazing handcrafted Napa Valley vintage." The BTI described the 91-point Damian Rae 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon as follows: "Aromas of toasty chocolate covered fruit cake, creme brulee, ...

One of the world's oldest literature festivals returns next month, with book lovers from all over the country set to head to Gloucestershire for the occasion. Running from October 8th to 17th, the Times Cheltenham Literature Festival is likely to inspire many Cotswold hotel bookings in the run-up to the opening day. With 450 events spread over the ten days and the likes of Sebastian Faulks, AS Byatt, Salman Rushdie and Hanif Kureishi set to appear, this year's line-up is bound to thrill literature fans. Last month, the BBC reported that 40,000 tickets for the festival ...