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There are countless non-profit organizations out there that work tirelessly to improve the lives of those affected by medical conditions. It can be difficult to keep track of all of them, especially if you’re not familiar with the work they do. That’s why we’ve created this section of our website specifically for non-profit news and updates.

Here, you will find information on the latest initiatives undertaken by various non-profit groups, as well as news and updates on the progress of medical research and advocacy. We hope this section will help raise awareness about the important work being done.

OrthoInfo.org Offers Osteoporosis Awareness and...

May 1, 2024

This May, OrthoInfo.org, the authoritative and trusted source on bone and joint health, is joining organizations across the country to raise awareness about prevention strategies that can help reduce one's risk of developing osteoporosis.

AAOS IDEA Grant Program Opens:...

April 1, 2024

"The programs selected for an AAOS IDEA Grant will help to cultivate meaningful and measurable opportunities across orthopaedics, acting as a springboard for change within our profession," said AAOS Diversity Advisory Board Chair Holly Tyler-Paris Pilson, MD, FAAOS, FAOA. "This is not about checking a box; this call for proposals opens a door for funding directly to the local and regional orthopaedic programs and organizations who are training the current and next generation."

OrthoInfo.org Offers Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Resources for Patients

May 1, 2024

Space Foundation Names Aspen Laser Systems, LLC as Space Certification Program Partner

Space Foundation, a nonprofit advocate organization founded in 1983, today announced Aspen Laser Systems as the most recent company to become a Space Certification partner.

February 8, 2021

Three Lakes Foundation and Mayo Clinic Colloboration Will Help Increase Awareness of Pulmonary Fibrosis Symptoms

"Our collaboration with Mayo Clinic is critical," said Dana Ball, executive director of Three Lakes Foundation. "Finding symptomatic individuals and improving time to diagnosis will provide the opportunity to intervene earlier in the diagnostic process, leading to preservation of health and earlier treatment of lung fibrosis."

February 2, 2021

New ACR DSI Searchable FDA-Cleared Algorithm Catalog Can Ease Medical Imaging Artificial Intelligence Integration

The new search features were added based on feedback from ACR members in an AI use survey conducted in 2020 that suggests 30% of radiology practices use some form of AI.

February 1, 2021

ACC Cardiovascular Summit Virtual Details: Keynote by Anthony S. Fauci, MD.

Course director Bo Walpole, MD, FACC, and course co-directors Geoffrey Rose, MD, FACC, and Cathleen Biga, MSN, FACC, have invited leaders from across private, integrated and academic practices.

January 28, 2021

ACC Cardio-oncology Course Aims to Advance Cardiovascular Care of Cancer Patients, Survivors

ACC Cardio-oncology Course co-directors Ana Barac, MD, Ph.D., FACC, and Bonnie Ky, MD, MSCE, FACC, have invited respected experts in the field to create a course covering relevant and required content for both the novice and advanced practitioner.

January 21, 2021

Charleston County Medical Society Forms a Buying Group to Help Doctors Get Essential PPE

January 6, 2021 Charleston County Medical Society announced that ActionPPE, its collective buying initiative created by doctors for doctors, has shipped over 3.4 million units of personal protective equipment (PPE), including masks, respirators, gloves, gowns, face shields, and sanitizer, to 2,606 practices representing over 10,000 doctors. What started as a local effort to help doctors get essential PPE so they could treat patients and protect themselves from COVID-19 has evolved into a nationwide buying collective that ensures healthcare providers have a...

January 6, 2021

Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Urges COVID-19 Vaccination In Letter To Patients

In a letter to the PF community, the PFF Medical & Scientific Advisory Board strongly recommends vaccination, along with the safe practices of physical distancing, hand washing, and face coverings, to help prevent COVID-19 illness.

December 28, 2020

The American College of Radiology Reports Mammography Protections in Year-End Legislation Help Efforts to Address Breast Cancer Care Disparities

December 23,2020 The American College of Radiology, Society of Breast Imaging®, patient advocates and others secured an extension of the moratorium on harmful 2009 and 2016 United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines from Dec. 31, 2021 to Dec. 31, 2022. The American College of Radiology notes without this added protection gained in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (Omnibus and Coronavirus Relief Bill), under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), mammography coverage for women younger than 50 may...

December 23, 2020

Association of American Physicians and Surgeons: Warns of Surprise Attack on Patients’ Choices

“Proponents claim the bill (which does not yet have a bill number) is needed to protect patients from so-called surprise bills.

December 14, 2020