Friday, May 24, 2013

• FMC Technologies Announces Second Quarter 2013 Earnings Release and Teleconference Schedule --- HOUSTON, May 24, 2013
  Posted at 1:46 PM
  FMC Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: FTI) announced that it will issue its second quarter 2013 earnings release after the market closes on Tuesday, July 23, 2013. The Company also announced it will host its second quarter 2013 earnings release teleconference on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. EDT. The teleconference can be accessed from the U.S. and Canada by dialing 888-771-4371. Callers outside the U.S. and Canada can access the teleconference by dialing 847-585-4405 and referring to Conference ID 34950122. ... read more
• Call for Nominations: ASC X12 Chair/Vice Chair 2013-2015 Term --- FALLS CHURCH, VA
  Posted at 1:45 PM
  

  FALLS CHURCH, VA -- (Marketwired) -- 05/24/13 -- ASC X12 Chair and Vice Chair nominations are now being accepted for the 2013-2015 term. The Chair/Vice Chair election is scheduled for September 23, 2013 at the ASC X12 Standing Meeting in Jacksonville, FL. Candidates for nomination must be an ASC X12 member. Nominations are due by July 1. To be considered as a candidate, please visit http://www.x12.org/elections/ and complete the ASC X12 Chair/Vice Chair online nomination form. Election to either office ... read more
• Brown & Toland Physicians named an "Elite" Medical Group for the Seventh Consecutive Year --- SAN FRANCISCO, May 24, 2013
  Posted at 1:38 PM
  For the seventh year in a row, Brown & Toland Physicians (www.brownandtoland.com) was named an "elite" medical group by the California Association of Physician Groups (CAPG). The San Francisco independent practice association has earned the top-tier ranking in CAPG's Standards of Excellence survey ever since the state association started evaluating medical groups. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121016/SF94367LOGO-a) To earn this achievement, Brown & Toland demonstrated superior results in the following four categories: -- Comprehensive care management programs ... read more
• 2013 Memorial Day Message from the Military Order of the Purple Heart National Commander --- WASHINGTON
  Posted at 1:32 PM
  

  On the occasion of Memorial Day 2013, Bruce McKenty, National Commander of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, issued the following message to all members of the Order, its Ladies’ Auxiliary, and other friends of the Order. "Patriots ... read more
• Memorial Day Flowers Brings Together Thousands Of Volunteers Across The Country To Honor America's Fallen Soldiers --- WASHINGTON, May 24, 2013
  Posted at 1:19 PM
  Volunteers throughout the nation are joining together for the third year this Memorial Day to honor the nation's fallen heroes by placing roses on graves at Arlington National Cemetery and cemeteries in 28 states around the country. Memorial Day Flowers, a charitable organization created by Ramiro Penaherrera, an Ecuadorian-American rose grower, and Kevin Clifford, of the Delaware Valley Floral Group, is leading this touching tribute. "The supreme sacrifice our military and their families make for us could never be repaid," ... read more
• VA Workers' Union Questions Agency's Use of VA Healthcare Dollars on TV Ads in Wake of Pittsburgh Legionella Outbreak --- WASHINGTON, May 24, 2013
  Posted at 1:19 PM
  The American Federation of Government Employees has filed a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request with the Department of Veterans Affairs regarding the use of agency resources to air television advertisements in Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) 4; which has been embattled in controversy surrounding a recent Legionnaires' outbreak. "Our union activists in the Pittsburgh area alerted us to TV ads they've seen featuring VISN 4 Director Michael Moreland at a facility that was discovered to have legionella," said AFGE National ... read more
• Intersections Inc. CFO to Present at Stephens’ Spring Investment Conference --- CHANTILLY, Va.
  Posted at 1:15 PM
  

  Intersections Inc. (Nasdaq: INTX), a leading provider of consumer identity risk management services, today announced that John Scanlon, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be participating in the upcoming Stephens’ Spring Investment Conference. ... read more
• AccuVein Inc. Named Winner of the 2013 Red Herring Top 100 North America Award --- LONG ISLAND, NY
  Posted at 1:12 PM
  LONG ISLAND, NY--(Marketwired - May 24, 2013) - AccuVein Inc., the global leader in vein illumination, has been named a winner of the prestigious Red Herring 2013 Top 100 North America Award. As a winner AccuVein joins a short list that honors the year's most promising private technology. Starting from a field of over 1,000 candidates, AccuVein was selected as a Top 100 winner by Red Herring. ... read more
• Shutterfly, Inc. to Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences --- REDWOOD CITY, Calif.
  Posted at 1:09 PM
  

  Shutterfly, Inc. (NASDAQ:SFLY), the leading manufacturer and digital retailer of high-quality personalized products and services, today announced that the company will be participating in the following events with the financial community. Live audio webcasts of the company’s presentations will be available to the public on the ... read more
• Digirad Adopts Tax Benefit Preservation Plan to Protect Its Net Operating Loss Carryforwards --- POWAY, CA
  Posted at 1:05 PM
  

  POWAY, CA -- (Marketwired) -- 05/24/13 -- Digirad Corporation (NASDAQ: DRAD) announced today that its Board of Directors has adopted a Tax Benefit Preservation Plan (the Plan) designed to preserve the value of its significant net operating loss carryforwards (NOLs) in relation to the potential limitations under Section 382 of the Internal Revenue Code. Digirad intends to seek stockholder approval of the Plan at its 2014 annual meeting of stockholders. Digirad has federal NOLs totaling approximately $95 million as of ... read more
• Actavis Confirms Appeals Court Issues Injunction Related to Generic Pulmicort RESPULES® Distribution --- PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 24, 2013
  Posted at 1:05 PM
  Actavis, Inc. (NYSE: ACT) today confirmed that the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has granted a motion by AstraZeneca to enjoin Actavis from further distribution of its generic version of AstraZeneca's Pulmicort RESPULES(®) (budesonide inhalation suspension) 0.25, 0.5 mg products, pending resolution of AstraZeneca's appeal before the Court. Actavis launched its generic product on April 1, 2013, following a ruling from the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey that Actavis' 0.25, 0.5 and ... read more
• Two New Dodge Models Win Total Quality Award: Available at Briggs Dodge of Topeka --- TOPEKA, Kan., May 24, 2013
  Posted at 12:37 PM
  The vast majority of today's automotive buyers are turning to the internet and automotive researchers for information to help them make the best possible buying decision. With the average price of a new car crossing the $30,000 mark it's more important than ever those buyers find the right vehicle and that the vehicle delivers the best quality possible. This month Strategic Vision released their Total Quality Awards for the winners of the Total Quality Index across 21 different ... read more
• The 2013 GMC Terrain is just the right size for many consumers --- SAN ANTONIO, May 24, 2013
  Posted at 12:30 PM
  The cargo space you'd expect from a full-size SUV in the shell of a convenient crossover. This is a big reason consumers have been flocking to the 2013 GMC Terrain in San Antonio TX. Available now at Cavender Buick GMC North, the Terrain offers the best of both worlds for consumers. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130524/CG20716) While the 63.9 cubic feet of cargo space makes the Terrain very convenient for those looking to haul cargo, it is occupant comfort some people are concerned with. The ... read more
• Skillz Surpasses 1M Downloads and Adds New Developer Partners, Enabling Betting in More U.S. Mobile Games --- SAN FRANCISCO, May 24, 2013
  Posted at 12:30 PM
  Skillz, the the first company to legally enable betting in mobile games in the U.S., has surpassed 1 million downloads since launching less than one month ago. The company has also announced partnerships with five additional independent developers and studios that will implement the Skillz monetization platform in their games. Skillz will enable cash competitions inside Android titles from Fluik, G-Gee by GMO, Adam Schmelzle, Flying Wisdom Studios and Measured Software. "Skillz has created a completely new monetization method for mobile ... read more
• Castrucci Chevy gears up for Memorial Day Sale --- MILFORD, Ohio, May 24, 2013
  Posted at 12:19 PM
  With the long holiday weekend ready to get underway, the sales team at Mike Castrucci Chevrolet is gearing up for a long weekend of work. While the rest of the community is barbecuing and honoring the sacrifices of those who have worn the uniform of the United States military, the Mike Castrucci Chevrolet team is putting on one of their biggest sales of the year that features outstanding leasing and purchasing deals for new and pre-owned Chevy cars, trucks and ... read more
• Corolla edges past Civic for less money, more features --- NAPERVILLE, Ill., May 24, 2013
  Posted at 12:11 PM
  As far as heated and fever-pitched battles go, the rivalry between Toyota and Honda is as fierce as ever. Toyota of Naperville is just as invested in the outcome of this competition between the 2013 Toyota Corolla vs. the 2013 Honda Civic. The Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic have been among the two most popular compact sedans nearly since they each debuted. Given the commitment to customer service that Toyota of Naperville has demonstrated over the years, the team there ... read more
• Art Therapy Effective Tool for U.S. Air Force Veteran in Both Smoking Cessation and Pain Reduction --- WINCHESTER, Calif., May 24, 2013
  Posted at 12:11 PM
  Vietnam veteran David Hartman of Mound, Minnesota is lucky to be alive. He survived an overseas battlefield, exposure to Agent Orange and, after returning home, being hit by a car while riding a bicycle. But not even the collision itself could take Hartman's life - it was a seemingly innocuous injury from the accident that almost ended him. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121220/LA33655LOGO) Initially, Hartman tended to his wound, a right hand laceration, by himself. But after a few days he ... read more
• NCR to Present at KeyBanc Capital Markets 2013 Industrial, Automotive and Transportation Conference --- DULUTH, Ga.
  Posted at 12:00 PM
  

  NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR) today announced that it will participate in the KeyBanc Capital Markets 2013 Industrial, Automotive and Transportation Conference on Thursday, May 30 at the InterContinental Hotel in Boston. The conference will include a presentation by NCR EVP ... read more
• Bausch + Lomb Announces Settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice to Resolve and Conclude ISTA Pharmaceuticals Investigation --- ROCHESTER, N.Y., May 24, 2013
  Posted at 11:56 AM
  Bausch + Lomb, the global eye health company, announced today its subsidiary, ISTA Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a corporation that it acquired in June 2012, has reached agreement with the U.S. government to resolve and conclude civil and criminal allegations against ISTA. The settlement involves conduct by ISTA that occurred between January 2006 and March 2011, well before Bausch + Lomb's acquisition. Bausch + Lomb was aware of the government investigation prior to its acquisition, and has fully cooperated with the ... read more
• Dr. Hashim of Beverly Hills, FL has been named a Patients' Choice Award Winner for 2012 --- BEVERLY HILLS, Fla., May 24, 2013
  Posted at 11:47 AM
  Among the select few physicians honored with the prestigious Patients' Choice Award this year is Dr. Mark Hashim. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130524/DC20585) In fact, of the nation's 870,000 active physicians and dentists, just five percent consistently received top scores from their patients on sites like Vitals (http://www.vitals.com), qualifying them for this honor in 2012. Millions of patients go online each year to rate their doctors on various components of care, including accuracy of their diagnosis, the amount of time they spent with the ... read more