The Harley Medical Group Launches ‘Find The Face’ Of Facebook Campaign

The UK’s leading cosmetic surgery and treatments company, The Harley Medical Group, has this year launched a Facebook campaign to “Find the face of confidence” to front its 2012 advertising and marketing campaign. The UK-wide Group has treated over 500,000 patients in its 28 year history and celebrates its patients’ new found confidence through a variety of marketing activities.

Says Liz Dale, Marketing Director at The Harley Medical Group: “The winner receives£1,000 cash prize, as well as the opportunity to be the face of our TV and print adverts. We are looking for someone who exudes confidence to front our campaign, the winner may be a past patient, or a new one – but most importantly we want them to feel that empowerment and confidence is something they want to champion.”

Lee Russell, 23, and Sophie Jones, 22, who became the faces of The Harley Medical Group 2011, comment on their experience:

Lee Says: “I was always bigger than other children but when I got into my late teens I managed to shed the excess weight through exercise. Although I lost weight I still couldn’t shift the stubborn fat on my chest, which I was really conscious of.

“I decided to have a male chest reduction at The Harley Medial Group and it really changed my life. My confidence obviously shone through, as I was asked to be the face of 2011. The experience was amazing and gave me the opportunity to share my story with others.”

Sophie Says: “I decided to have a breast augmentation as I always felt self-conscious that I was out of proportion, so found it really difficult to buy clothes and hated wearing a bikini. My surgery gave me the confidence boost I needed and I was thrilled to be chosen to be the face of 2011, I felt like it completed my journey.”

The competition which will run until 30th September and will also give 10 runners up the chance to win the entire range of The Harley Medical Group’s new luxurious skin care products.

To enter, please visit The Harley Medical Group Facebook page.

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Family Believes Alcohol Contributing Factor In Amy Winehouse Death

The autopsy results are back in the death of Amy Winehouse and, as the family suspected, illegal drugs were not a factor in her death.

Ms. Winehouse’s family has stated that she had given up drugs at least three years prior to her death, but has struggled with alcohol abuse. They believe that quitting alcohol cold turkey could have caused a shock to her system, triggering fatal seizures.

“Many times, people think that they can simply stop drinking and they’ll be fine,” begins a spokesperson for Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center . “While their intentions are certainly pure and honest, those intentions have often proved fatal. When a person who struggles with alcohol abuse suddenly stops consuming alcohol, their body can, indeed, go into shock and seizures can occur. That’s why it’s important to seek help when one is trying to stop habitual drinking. Effective alcohol rehab will consist of gradually and safely weaning an individual off of alcohol, helping to manage the symptoms of withdrawals and then get them to a point where they can deal with the deeper issues surrounding their alcoholism. Safety is key when helping a person conquer their alcoholism.”

Perhaps one of the most difficult steps in dealing with drug addiction and alcohol abuse is the intervention into a known or suspected alcoholic’s and addict’s life. Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center offers professional intervention services to help get people get on to the road to recovery.

Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center is a modern drug rehab facility that is skilled in serving a variety of clients with various addictions and in varying stages of their addiction. The caring, compassionate team is made up of licensed and certified social workers and counselors who have extensive experience and specialty in the addiction treatment field. In addition, the staff includes a Nurse Practitioner, as well as a Registered Nurse, both of whom also have specializations and experience within the field of addiction treatment and alcohol rehab.

Mountainside also provides services for those individuals who come to them with dual diagnoses and require the services of a Psychiatrist to help conquer the unique challenges that dual diagnosis brings.

For the past 13 years, Mountainside has established itself as an innovator within the addiction treatment field, and the treatment modalities Mountainside utilizes are regarded as among the most cutting-edge approaches in helping individuals to get, and to remain, sober. As a result of their unique, innovative approaches to addiction treatment, Mountainside has become the model for the addiction treatment field.

The program, along with its professional addiction treatment team, have earned national recognition and resulted in Mountainside being invited to Washington by the White House to meet with the White House Drug Czar, John P. Walters, for an in-depth meeting on what makes its program so successful. These accolades did not go unnoticed within the addiction treatment field and resulted in the adoption by many throughout the country of a more holistic approach to drug addiction treatment.

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Medical Weight Loss in Atlanta

Medical weight loss in Atlanta seen to be more effective that conventional non-medical weight loss programs. If you are seriously overweight or having trouble losing weight through normal methods you should definitely consider medical weight loss. Medical weight loss is any sort of diet or regimen of weight loss that is supervised by a doctor.

Contrary to popular belief, medical weight loss does not always involve drugs or surgery. In many cases, a regimen of medical weight loss can take the place of drugs and surgical procedures. Therefore it is often cheaper, safer and more effective. In many cases, the physicians overseeing a medical weight loss program in Atlanta can prescribe alternatives to both drugs and surgery.

There are also some times when a medical weight loss program could be necessary. They include:

Persons who have not been able to lose weight through normal dieting and exercise.

  • Persons who are seriously overweight or have been told their weight threatens their health.
  • Persons with serious medical problems including diabetes.
  • Individuals who need to loose a lot of weight quickly.
  • Persons with a history of eating disorders such as anorexia
  • People with a history of mental illness or issues with addiction.
  • Persons who have medical restrictions on their diet

Anybody who has a serious health problem that they need regular medical care for should definitely consider medical weight loss in Atlanta instead of regular dieting. In many cases it will work for people who are incapable of normal diets.

Even many people who are in normal health can benefit from medical weight loss in Atlanta . A properly administered program can help a person loose weight without serious health problems. Persons who are severely overweight should definitely consider such a program. So should anybody who has medical restrictions on his or her diet or diseases related to hormones.

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New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) Cited for Non-Assistance to a New York Community in 9/11 Crisis

Charges of non-assistance to a New York community, post 9/11, in a context of bias and discrimination, were filed with the U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS), the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA), and the New York State Division of Human Rights (NYSDHR).

According to the Verified Complaints, the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) ignored repeated requests to assist in the medical and mental health care of French-American residents of New York, and of French tourists trapped by the 9/11 cataclysm.

As official coordinator for the French consular 9/11 crisis task force, Gérard Sunnen, MD, a U.S. veteran and dual national, reported that many individuals were severely distraught and maximally stressed by the 9/11 catastrophe and needed acute and chronic support services. He pointed out that French president Jacques Chirac was the first president of a foreign nation to come to New York after 9/11, offering his nation’s condolences and assistance. After his visit, he promptly dispatched French senator Monique Cerisier-ben Guiga to New York to oversee consular humanitarian actions.

“The prejudicial actions of the NYSDOH then reached new heights in the era offreedom fries” as part of a pattern and in a spirit of retribution for France’s non-participation in the Iraq conflict. Curiously, nowhere did it ever reach the intensity of New York,” reports Dr. Sunnen, “please recall the well-publicized incidents of wine bottles vindictively smashed in the streets, the eggs thrown at the façade of the Consulate of France, and the inflammatory headlines in the New York tabloids during those times. Because of coordinated boycotts, many French-owned businesses failed in New York, creating widespread mental health calamities.”

“Consequences of NYSDOH’s usage of its powers traveled far beyond New York,” said Dr. Sunnen, adding, “We were working with our Egyptian colleagues on two clinical studies, under the auspices of the University of Cairo and the Egyptian Ministry of Health. Both studies aimed at major public health issues in the Middle East and in the U.S., one regarding hepatitis C in Egypt, where the hepatitis C prevalence is by far the highest in the world, and the other on diabetic skin ulcers, a major cause of lower leg amputations worldwide. “

“Due to NYSDOH’s interference, the research contracts fell through and the studies were abandoned.” Information on the impedance to these international medical research initiatives can be found on the Internet. Legislative attempts designed to curb NYSDOH’s oft-reported undemocratic practices were all vetoed by Governor George E. Pataki in 2004.

Dr. Sunnen concluded, “In countering today’s tendency for international polarizations, friends and allies need to solidify their ties and cooperative efforts, and there may be nowhere better to start than with actively nurturing medical fellowship and goodwill.”

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What You Should Know About Botox

Botox is a brand name for a muscle relaxant made from botulism toxin. When it is injected into the skin it can relax the muscles and help get rid of wrinkles and other effects of aging.

When it is administered by a medical professional Botox is safe and effective. It is not a permanent solution but it can temporarily improve your appearance. You will have to come back for future treatments to keep the results.

You must always get botox injections from a dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon because it is a powerful medicine. You should have yourself examined by a doctor before gettingbotox in Atlanta because there can be side effects. These can usually avoided by consulting a dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon before the procedure.

Contrary to popular belief botox is not a poison but it can be dangerous in the long hands. You should never inject yourself with it, or use any product that claims to contain it. Instead you should seek botox in Atlanta from a cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist.

Something else to know is that improperly administered botox injections may not be effective. You could end up submitting yourself to a painful procedure and spend good money and not receive the proper results. Therefore you need to find a board certified cosmetic surgeon to administer the injections.

Make sure the botox is being administered by trained medical professionals who are under the supervision of a board certified cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist. Also make sure that the doctor in charge examines you before you get the injections.

It is also a good idea to ask the physician what alternatives are available. Cosmetic surgery is advancing rapidly and new more effective procedures are being developed all the time. There might be permanent solutions available that you are unaware of.

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Winehouse Family Turns Tragedy Into Hope For Others

Just a few short weeks ago, the news of the death of Amy Winehouse took the world by surprise.

Ms. Winehouse’s father, Mitch Winehouse, devastated over his daughter’s tragic death, has decided to use her death as an avenue to help addicted individuals to take the steps to recover from alcohol abuse and drug addiction.

“Mitch Winehouse’s desire to help others is a wonderful thing to do in his daughter’s memory,” begins a spokesperson for Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center. “Mr. Winehouse didn’t waste any time with his decision and commitment to helping others who are struggling with addiction. When making his public announcement, he made it known that by setting up this new drug rehab center, he wants to help those who may not be able to afford private addiction treatment. Unfortunately, affordability is often times a factor in an individual’s decision of whether or not to go into rehab. We’re encouraged that Mr. Winehouse has brought this fact to light and, as a result, are hopeful that more individuals will be able to access the services that they need for recovery.”

Affordable drug rehab is a challenge that has plagued the addiction treatment field for years. Fortunately, nearly one and a half decades ago, Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center saw this challenge as an opportunity to create a drug addiction treatment program that offered quality treatment and was among the most affordable.

Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center is a modern drug rehab facility that is skilled in serving a variety of clients with various addictions and in varying stages of addiction. The caring, compassionate team is made up of licensed and certified counselors and social workers who have extensive experience and specialty in the addiction treatment field. In addition, the staff includes a Nurse Practitioner, as well as a Registered Nurse, both of whom also have specializations and experience within the field of addiction treatment and alcohol rehab.

Mountainside also provides services for those individuals who come to them with dual diagnoses and require the services of a Psychiatrist to help conquer the unique challenges that dual diagnosis brings.

For the past 13 years, Mountainside has established itself as an innovator within the addiction treatment field, and the treatment modalities Mountainside utilizes are regarded as among the most cutting-edge approaches in helping individuals to get, and to remain, sober. As a result of their unique, innovative approaches to addiction treatment, Mountainside has become the model for the addiction treatment field.

The program, along with its professional addiction treatment team, have earned national recognition and resulted in Mountainside being invited to Washington by the White House to meet with the White House Drug Czar, John P. Walters, for an in-depth meeting on what makes its program so successful. These accolades did not go unnoticed within the addiction treatment field and resulted in the adoption by many throughout the country of a more holistic approach to drug addiction treatment.

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Liberate Reveals 25% Of Women First Consider Plastic Surgery Between The Ages Of 10 And 15

Liberate Cosmetic Surgery has discovered that 25% of women that it surveyed started to first consider cosmetic surgery between the ages of 10-15 years-old.

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The 3000 British women between 18 and 30 years-old who took part in the research were asked at what age they first considered cosmetic surgery, to which 25% of women answered between the ages of 10-15 years-old. 33% also answered that they had considered cosmetic surgery between the ages of 15-18 years-old.

Liberate Cosmetic Surgery views this as quite an interesting yet shocking statistic, as it shows a large number of people may be considering plastic surgery from a very young age.

Mr Paul Banwell, consultant plastic surgeon at Liberate commented: “There is no doubt that more and more younger people are considering cosmetic surgery and breast augmentation still remains the number 1 procedure. However, the statistics regarding the age at which women are first considering surgery is quite shocking.”

The research was conducted by One Poll in February 2011; surveying 3000 British women aged 18 – 30 regarding their feelings about their appearance and their attitudes towards cosmetic surgery. It wanted to explore issues young women face surrounding cosmetic surgery, look at current trends and find out what young women know and don’t know about surgery.

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Amy Winehouse Death Highlights Addiction Problem

Although official autopsy results haven’t been revealed in the death of Amy Winehouse, one thing that the world does know: addiction problems plagued this young, talented musician.

The death of Ms. Winehouse has shown the world that addiction problems are a global issue, not isolated to any particular geographical area or specific demographic profile. It’s a problem that the world must conquer, together.

“The death of Amy Winehouse brings addiction to the forefront and the attention of the world,” begins a spokesperson for Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center. “While the cause of her death isn’t fully known, her addiction struggles have been public knowledge for several years. Her death is a terrible tragedy and shows the importance of keeping the lines of communication open with young people about the dangers of alcohol and drugs. Nowadays, the very individuals who young people idolize are often those who, by chance, get caught up in the cycle of addiction. It shows that no one is beyond the deadly reach of drugs and alcohol.”

Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center is a modern drug rehab facility that is skilled in serving a variety of clients with various addictions and in varying stages of their addiction. The caring, compassionate team is made up of licensed and certified counselors as well as social workers who have extensive experience and specialty in the addiction treatment field. In addition, the staff includes a Nurse Practitioner, as well as a Registered Nurse, both of whom also have specializations and experience within the field of addiction treatment and alcohol rehab.

Mountainside also provides services for those individuals who come to them with dual diagnoses and require the services of a Psychiatrist to help conquer the unique challenges that dual diagnosis brings.

For the past 13 years, Mountainside has established itself as an innovator within the addiction treatment field, and the treatment modalities Mountainside utilizes are regarded as among the most cutting-edge approaches in helping individuals to get, and to remain, sober. As a result of their unique, innovative approaches to addiction treatment, Mountainside has become the model for the addiction treatment field.

The program, along with its professional addiction treatment team, have earned national recognition and resulted in Mountainside being invited to Washington by the White House to meet with the White House Drug Czar, John P. Walters, for an in-depth meeting on what makes its program so successful. These accolades did not go unnoticed within the addiction treatment field and resulted in the adoption by many throughout the country of a more holistic approach to drug addiction treatment.

If you or someone you love is addicted to drugs or alcohol, or if you have any questions, please contact Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center for a confidential inquiry at 800-762-5433.

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The Co-operative Magazine Outlines Health Services for Ramadan

The Co-operative Magazine has this week published information on the healthcare services that are available at The Co-operative Pharmacy stores during the Muslim festival of Ramadan.

The Magazine gives its readers the chance to take advantage of the knowledge, expertise and experience of pharmacists at The Co-operative Pharmacy during this important religious festival. Readers are given more information on how to participate safely in Ramadan, Hajj and Umrah, and given details of the dedicated healthcare service for Muslims across the UK.

The article states that specially trained pharmacists will be working at 84 branches of The Co-operative Pharmacy, available to give specific advice and support on all aspects of observing the practices of Ramadan, Hajj and Umrah safely.

Specialist help will include guidance on how to manage regular, orally-administered medication during the period of fasting, as well as advice on how to stop smoking and what vaccinations are necessary for those preparing for Hajj. The Co-operative understands that Ramadan is a good time to beat addiction as those observing the practices of the festival are required to abstain completely from food and resist all temptations during daylight hours.

Business development director at The Co-operative, Mandeep Mudhar, said: “We appreciate the importance of cultural understanding and sensitivity when discussing the implications of healthcare on people’s religious beliefs. But our trained pharmacists are here to help with this and with the preparations leading up to Hajj or Umrah.”

Once Ramadan is over, The Co-operative Pharmacy will focus on giving the meningococcal vaccine, as well as specialist health advice for those making the pilgrimage to Mecca. The Co-operative Pharmacy will be working with Novartis Vaccines and The Muslim Council of Britain to offer meningococcal vaccination (ACWY) packages to Muslim pilgrims.

For more information, read The Co-operative Magazine or find your nearest branch of The Co-operative Pharmacy with the online store finder.

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Elderly Alcoholism Growing Problem For America

While the elderly within America are growing in number, so is their problem of alcoholism.

Medical literature has been cited to say that 10 to 15 percent of persons 65 years of age and older have a drinking problem.

“We tend to think that alcoholism is a young to middle age problem,” begins a spokesperson for Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center. “That’s simply not the case. In fact, it could be said that the elderly population present greater risk factors than their younger counterparts. For example, when one becomes older, he /she can become isolated due to the death within his/her circle of friends. In addition, after retiring, an individual can become depressed, leading to more isolation. It’s important to look out for the warning signs of alcoholism among the elderly population and to help them remain actively engaged in life. We have to remember that alcoholism is not just a problem plaguing the youth of America – it’s a problem plaguing America as a whole.”

The dangers of alcohol consumption in the elderly can be far greater than any other age group. Medications that are commonly prescribed for the elderly often cause adverse reactions when combined with alcohol. In addition, alcohol can depresses the immune system, exacerbating the effects of otherwise treatable, common illnesses.

If you have an elderly or aged parent or relative who you suspect may have a problem with alcohol, Mountainside Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center can provide specialized intervention services that will assist you in approaching your loved one in a concerned, loving manner that will help them begin their journey to recovery.

For the past 13 years, Mountainside has established itself as an innovator within the addiction treatment field, and the treatment modalities Mountainside utilizes are regarded as among the most cutting-edge approaches in helping individuals to get, and to remain, sober.

The compassionate, caring treatment team at Mountainside is comprised of licensed and certified counselors and social workers as well as a Nurse Practitioner and a Registered Nurse, both of whom have specialization and extensive experience in drug addiction and alcohol treatment. For clients who may have psychiatric issues and/or a dual diagnosis, Mountainside provides the services of a Psychiatrist who also has specialization in addictions. As a result of their unique, innovative approaches to addiction treatment over the past 13 years, Mountainside has become the model for the addiction treatment field.

The program, along with its professional addiction treatment team, have earned national recognition and resulted in Mountainside being invited to Washington by the White House to meet with the White House Drug Czar, John P. Walters, for an in-depth meeting on what makes its program so successful. These accolades did not go unnoticed within the addiction treatment field and resulted in the adoption by many throughout the country of a more holistic approach to drug addiction treatment.

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