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Americans Now Have an Obesity Bill of Rights

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Because obesity – the most prevalent and costly chronic disease in the United States – remains largely undiagnosed and untreated a decade after the American Medical Association (AMA) classified it as a serious disease requiring comprehensive care,1 the National Consumers League (NCL) and National Council on Aging (NCOA) today introduced the nation's first Obesity Bill of Rights and launched a grassroots movement – Right2ObesityCare – to advance changes in federal, state, and employer policies that will ensure these rights are incorporated into medical practice.

Key Points: 
  • The Obesity Bill of Rights aims to address the unique challenges people with this condition face when seeking care.
  • -Ramsey Alwin, NCOA President and CEO
    Developed in consultation with leading obesity specialists and endorsed by nearly 40 national obesity and chronic disease organizations, the Obesity Bill of Rights establishes eight essential rights, so people with obesity will be screened, diagnosed, counseled, and treated according to medical guidelines and no longer face widespread weight bias and ageism within the health care system or exclusionary coverage policies by insurers and government agencies.
  • "For too long, adults with obesity have encountered a health care system that is working against them.
  • They have been stigmatized, discriminated against, not treated with respect by their health providers, and have faced significant hurdles and burdensome requirements to receive obesity care."

Jackpocket, America's #1 Lottery App, Launches New Casino App In New Jersey

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jackpocket, the #1 lottery app in the U.S.,* today announced it has launched Jackpocket Casino in New Jersey through a partnership with Caesars Interactive Gaming New Jersey, LLC. Jackpocket is the first lottery platform in U.S. history to enter the online casino space — a key step in its expansion into additional entertainment options.

Key Points: 
  • Jackpocket, America's #1 Lottery App, Launches New Casino App In New Jersey.
  • The Jackpocket Casino app provides a seamless experience alongside the classic Jackpocket Lottery app, allowing users in New Jersey to play casino games from the convenience of their mobile phone, tablet, and computer.
  • Jackpocket Lottery users in New Jersey will be able to seamlessly explore Jackpocket Casino and move between the two apps with ease once registered.
  • Every new casino user will receive both a casino and a lottery bonus offer after registering and making a first casino deposit.

The ABCs of Financial Crime: Consumer Education is the First Line of Defense

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Criminals have been challenging the banking and digital payments space for decades. As the financial services industry began offering safeguards like EMV chips, 3Dsecure, and biometrics, at Early Warning we've seen criminals pivot to new strategies, leveraging their technology know-how and preying on the weakest link of all -- human nature.

Key Points: 
  • Thanks to social media and many other channels, it is now easier than ever to tailor crimes to appeal to consumer emotions.
  • In 'pay yourself' scams, a criminal sends a text or call impersonating your bank or credit union.
  • Our Zelle® consumer education efforts started over five years ago with a partnership promoting financial literacy with high school students.
  • Over the years, our efforts evolved to include additional partnerships to reach broader audiences and expand resources on our website within the Financial Education Center.

Vintage Investment Partners Announces Two New Members of Its Strategic Advisory Board

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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Dr. Haj-Yehia served between 2019-2023 as Executive Group Chairman of Bank Leumi, the largest and oldest bank in Israel.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Haj-Yehia served between 2019-2023 as Executive Group Chairman of Bank Leumi, the largest and oldest bank in Israel.
  • "I am thrilled to have Samer and Andy join our Strategic Advisory Board.
  • More importantly, both bring unique experience and perspectives to Vintage that we are thrilled to tap", said Alan Feld, Founder and Co-Managing Partner of Vintage.
  • The other members of the Vintage SAB include: Bradley Bloom, Former Chairman and Co-Founder of Berkshire Partners, Mark Dubowitz, CEO, Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, Ambassador S. Fitzgerald Haney, Former U.S.

Canada says that 85% of the TRC Calls to Action are either complete or well under way. Indigenous Watchdog says, “Really?”

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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addresses subsets of the Royal Proclamation of Reconciliation NOT the substantive issues: Doctrine of Discovery, Treaties, Indigenous laws and legal traditions

Key Points: 
  • addresses subsets of the Royal Proclamation of Reconciliation NOT the substantive issues: Doctrine of Discovery, Treaties, Indigenous laws and legal traditions
    Federal – and provincial and territory govts.
  • The incarceration rates of Indigenous people have risen steadily from 24.4% in 2015 to 33% as of 2022 and almost 50% for Indigenous women.
  • The individual landing pages for each of the 22 Truth and Reconciliation Call to Action "Themes" tracked by Indigenous Watchdog provide complete details on "Why?"
  • See also the following post previously published in Indigenous Watchdog:

Faith Leaders Announce Pilgrimage for Peace to Call for Ceasefire in Gaza

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Friday, January 26, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Faith for Black Lives announces a "Pilgrimage for Peace" from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC to demand a ceasefire in Gaza in response to the International Court of Justice's report.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Jan. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Faith for Black Lives announces a "Pilgrimage for Peace" from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC to demand a ceasefire in Gaza in response to the International Court of Justice's report.
  • "We embark on this pilgrimage inspired by the vision of a beloved community, a world without war, poverty, and racism."
  • Moved by our conscience, we stand united to address the ongoing tragedy in Gaza, where the death toll has reached over 25,000, the deadliest conflict in the 21st century.
  • "Gaza is at the center of a global crisis that will determine the future of human civilization", said Rev.

Toronto's Port Lands Celebrates the Opening of Two Landmark Bridges

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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Waterfront Toronto's Port Lands Flood Protection Enabling Infrastructure (PLFPEI) project called for innovative and aesthetically stunning bridges to be placed over current and future waterways in the area.

Key Points: 
  • Waterfront Toronto's Port Lands Flood Protection Enabling Infrastructure (PLFPEI) project called for innovative and aesthetically stunning bridges to be placed over current and future waterways in the area.
  • The Port Lands Bridges, which are central to the $1.3B revitalization and regeneration effort, were designed by Entuitive, schlaich bergermann partner (sbp), and Grimshaw Architects.
  • "Seeing the Port Lands Bridges open to the public for them to use and enjoy makes it all worthwhile."
  • Since arriving in Toronto in 2022, the Port Lands Bridges have won international engineering and design awards, and the signature bridges were made possible by the following partners:

Mental Health First Aid at Work Helps Companies Across All Industries Meet Employees' Wellbeing Needs

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Council for Mental Wellbeing today announced a new training program to help employers reduce the negative impact of workplace fatigue and stress among employees across all professions. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) at Work teaches employees how to recognize and respond to colleagues who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge in the workplace. It offers an opportunity to meaningfully integrate mental health and substance use support into company culture as employers increasingly grapple with workforce mental health needs – such as rising levels of anxiety and depression – since the pandemic's onset.

Key Points: 
  • Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) at Work teaches employees how to recognize and respond to colleagues who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge in the workplace.
  • While conversations about mental health have increased in recent years, stigma remains a pervasive barrier to seeking help in work environments.
  • "Employers recognize the critical role mental health plays in driving personal and organizational success," said Chuck Ingoglia, National Council for Mental Wellbeing president and CEO.
  • "Mental wellbeing is a core component of overall health," said Tramaine EL-Amin, vice president, Mental Health First Aid.

House Calls in 2024: Mercy Patients Get Hospital Care at Home

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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Cue Dr. Aaron Pickrell, Mercy hospitalist and regional medical director of Mercy Hospital-at-Home, who approached Alexander with a new program.

Key Points: 
  • Cue Dr. Aaron Pickrell, Mercy hospitalist and regional medical director of Mercy Hospital-at-Home, who approached Alexander with a new program.
  • "He said they would send me home in an ambulance and care for me like I was in the hospital.
  • Just like Alexander, Marty Kiefer's most recent visit to Mercy Hospital St. Louis ended with a move into his home.
  • Mercy is a highly integrated, multi-state health care system including more than 50 acute care and specialty (heart, children's, orthopedic and rehab) hospitals, convenient and urgent care locations, imaging centers and pharmacies.

Savvas Learning Company's SuccessMaker Meets ESSA Level 2 Requirements

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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PARAMUS, N.J., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Savvas Learning Company, a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, today announced that SuccessMaker, its continuously-adaptive, personalized learning math and reading programs for all K-8 students, met ESSA Level 2 evidence standards by demonstrating significantly higher math proficiency and reading gains for students.

Key Points: 
  • PARAMUS, N.J., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Savvas Learning Company , a next-generation K-12 learning solutions leader, today announced that SuccessMaker, its continuously-adaptive, personalized learning math and reading programs for all K-8 students, met ESSA Level 2 evidence standards by demonstrating significantly higher math proficiency and reading gains for students.
  • ESSA provides states and school districts guidance as well as flexibility in selecting evidence-based learning solutions that have demonstrated a positive effect on student performance.
  • The recent studies — conducted by independent researchers following the post-pandemic return to in-person learning — demonstrated that SuccessMaker meets the ESSA Level 2 evidence standard, the highest level a quasi-experimental design study can receive.
  • Through these studies, SuccessMaker has met both ESSA Level 1 and 2 evidence standards by demonstrating statistically significant and positive effects on student outcomes.