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CIRCLING THE BARREL Alcohol Legislative Trends 2013-2022 & The California 10-Year Review of Alcohol Policy

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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CAPETOWN, South Africa, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Carson Benowitz-Fredericks, Research Director at California-based  Alcohol Justice, and lead author of Alcohol Legislative Trends 2013-2022 & The California 10-Year Review of Alcohol Policy, presented the new report today at The Global Alcohol Policy Conference 2023, Cape Town, South Africa.

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  • New Report From Alcohol Justice Presented At The Global Alcohol Policy Conference 2023, Cape Town, South Africa
    CAPETOWN, South Africa, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Carson Benowitz-Fredericks, Research Director at California-based Alcohol Justice, and lead author of Alcohol Legislative Trends 2013-2022 & The California 10-Year Review of Alcohol Policy, presented the new report today at The Global Alcohol Policy Conference 2023, Cape Town, South Africa.
  • The report is based upon a systematic evaluation of alcohol-related California legislation from 2013 to 2022.
  • That's what we set out to answer—what are California legislators doing, and how can we hold them accountable?"
  • From the report: "Over the 10-yer period, 380 bills were identified as potentially affecting alcohol policy in California.

Black Women's Learning Institute Publishes White Paper Addressing Anti-Racist Clinical Care

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Monday, April 24, 2023
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NEW YORK, April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In recognition of National Minority Health Month, Black Women's Learning Institute (BWLI), a national organization dedicated to improving health care and wellness for Black women across the lifespan, releases its white paper today entitled, Anti-Racist Clinical Care: Improving Health Outcomes for Black Women. This work provides critical information for healthcare providers on the historical context of racism in the healthcare system in the US while providing real life examples of the ways history is manifesting in the present day. This publication offers anti-racist approaches to clinical care and proposes recommendations in the near and long term to improve the health care experience and ultimately, health outcomes for Black women. BWLI Co-Director Hanna Tessema states, "Our systems are inherently flawed and Black women are experiencing poor outcomes in almost every area of health, including maternal health, heart disease, cancer, HIV/AIDS, COVID-19, and beyond. To achieve health and racial equity, we must employ a whole of society approach, especially including public health systems to instill trust in our communities and provide the highest quality of care for everyone. BWLI is committed to working toward improved health outcomes for Black women." In March 2022 BWLI launched its Engage. Empower. Educate. (EEE) report based on its national survey including approximately 1,000 Black women, mostly in the southern US. The report reveals alarming disparities that provide the impetus for a deeper look into how the public health community can respond and make a positive impact. When BWLI asked Black women whether they believe their health care providers listen to their concerns, one third (33%) said "no", or that they were unsure. Additionally, nearly half (48%) reported always, usually, or sometimes experiencing discrimination from their health care providers.

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  • NEW YORK, April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In recognition of National Minority Health Month, Black Women's Learning Institute (BWLI), a national organization dedicated to improving health care and wellness for Black women across the lifespan, releases its white paper today entitled, Anti-Racist Clinical Care: Improving Health Outcomes for Black Women.
  • This publication offers anti-racist approaches to clinical care and proposes recommendations in the near and long term to improve the health care experience and ultimately, health outcomes for Black women.
  • This white paper is being shared widely, among the organization's clinical partners as a resource to patients and their providers seeking more information on how to take an anti-racist approach to clinical care.
  • BWLI works to shine a spotlight on the experiences of Black women to elevate their voices and enhance their health and wellness".

Nicokick is Committed to Transitioning American Smokers to Healthier Alternatives Amid Public Health Week

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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"Flavored smokeless alternatives like nicotine pouches , gum, or lozenges have helped countless Americans quit cigarettes.

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  • "Flavored smokeless alternatives like nicotine pouches , gum, or lozenges have helped countless Americans quit cigarettes.
  • Unfortunately, far too many smokers are unaware of the health benefits of switching to alternative products like nicotine pouches , and the FDA has been slow to approve these alternative products.
  • In response to an external investigation, the FDA declared last month that it will integrate feedback from formative research into its messaging aimed at adult smokers.
  • In its letter, Nicokick encouraged the Biden administration to embrace harm reduction nicotine alternatives, which are proven to be at least 95 percent less harmful than combustible cigarettes.

Healthcare Ready report to Congress reveals communities are left vulnerable to future pandemics, disasters due to inconsistent regional capabilities

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Healthcare Ready has released a report to Congress calling for greater federal oversight, and increased communication, coordination and preparedness among those responsible for organizing and responding to public health emergencies. The nonprofit organization works to strengthen the U.S. health care system and assist all communities in planning for, responding to, and recovering from disasters and disease pandemics.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Healthcare Ready has released a report to Congress calling for greater federal oversight, and increased communication, coordination and preparedness among those responsible for organizing and responding to public health emergencies.
  • The nonprofit organization works to strengthen the U.S. health care system and assist all communities in planning for, responding to, and recovering from disasters and disease pandemics.
  • Launched in 2019, the evaluation includes lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic as well as prior public health emergencies.
  • Increase funding for federal preparedness and response to strengthen national and regional capabilities, help to achieve better outcomes after disasters, and contribute to ensuring our nation's health security against future public health threats.

CCPPP announces new board directors & new chair for 2022-2023

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022
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TORONTO, Dec. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Council for Public-Private Partnerships is pleased to announce its 2022-2023 Board of Directors, including Johanne Mullen, Partner, PwC Canada, as the Council’s new Chair.

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  • TORONTO, Dec. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Council for Public-Private Partnerships is pleased to announce its 2022-2023 Board of Directors, including Johanne Mullen, Partner, PwC Canada, as the Council’s new Chair.
  • The 30-person volunteer board, including five new directors, was elected virtually by member organizations at the Council’s annual general meeting on November 30.
  • Given the unique nature of the Council, directors come from both the public and private sector.
  • The other outgoing directors include:
    Steve Nackan, Executive Vice President & President, Aecon Concessions
    Established in 1993, CCPPP is a national not-for-profit non-partisan, member-based organization with broad representation from across the public and private sectors.

New Wolters Kluwer Report Charts Path Forward for Open Medicine

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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As an active participant in the fast-changing open medicine landscape, Wolters Kluwer, Health has published a new report titled, The Path to Open Medicine: Driving Global Health Equity through Medical Research .

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  • As an active participant in the fast-changing open medicine landscape, Wolters Kluwer, Health has published a new report titled, The Path to Open Medicine: Driving Global Health Equity through Medical Research .
  • We look forward to aligning with other key stakeholders to make collective progress on a road forward.
  • The report charts a path towards open medicine through a rapid broadening of where medical research is conducted, with a particular focus on ensuring that funding for medical research and dissemination of research results can be distributed globally.
  • The forward-looking model also factors in anticipated advancements in policy, process and technology that will be needed to make open medicine possible.

Three National Public Health Associations Will Support Historic Opportunity to Build Public Health Infrastructure

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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Each organization will work with governmental public health agencies to support implementation of a new Public Health Infrastructure Grant Program to build agency capacity and address public health needs identified during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • Each organization will work with governmental public health agencies to support implementation of a new Public Health Infrastructure Grant Program to build agency capacity and address public health needs identified during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • This first-of-its-kind national public health infrastructure program will ensure that public health agencies have the people, services, and systems needed to protect and promote the health of their jurisdictions.
  • This grant will allow us to help build the public health systems our nation needs to address contemporary public health needs alongside so many incredible public health professionals and partners."
  • Mobilizing more than 47 public health institutes covering 34 states, Puerto Rico, DC, and tribal organizations, the National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI) supports national public health system initiatives and strengthens public health institutes to promote multi sector activities resulting in measurable improvements of public health structures, systems, and outcomes.

Autodesk Appoints Dara Treseder as Chief Marketing Officer

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Monday, September 26, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) announced the appointment of Dara Treseder as chief marketing officer, effective on October 14, 2022.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) announced the appointment of Dara Treseder as chief marketing officer, effective on October 14, 2022.
  • As CMO of Autodesk, Treseder will be responsible for Autodesk's marketing strategy globally, and oversee the company's worldwide marketing, brand & communications, global demand generation, and education business teams.
  • We're thrilled to welcome her to Autodesk," said Steve Blum, chief operating officer and executive vice president of Autodesk.
  • Prior to Peloton, Treseder was chief marketing officer at Carbon, a leading 3D printing technology company.She also previously served as chief marking officer of GE Business Innovations and GE Ventures, and has held marketing leadership roles at Apple and Goldman Sachs.

Acenda awarded $1 million grant by Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to launch New Jersey's first public health institute

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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PRINCETON, N.J., Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Efforts to make New Jersey a healthier, more equitable state took a major step forward today with the announcement that Acenda Integrated Health will serve as the "incubator" organization to launch the state's first public health institute.

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  • The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) awarded a two-year, $1 million grant to Acenda, a statewide nonprofit organization based in Glassboro, to serve as administrative, operational, and strategic home for the development of New Jersey's public health institute, the first nationwide with a mission to advance health equity.
  • "Acenda looks forward to working with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and New Jersey's health leadership to incubate an innovative and impactful public health institute that leads the nation in its focus on health equity," said Melissa Fox, Acenda's chief operating officer.
  • "I look forward to seeing Acenda Integrated Health fill the incubator role that will lead to the launch of New Jersey's first public health institute."
  • "The National Network of Public Health Institutes welcomes Acenda Integrated Health as incubator of a New Jersey public health institute," said Erin Marziale, NNPHI Senior Director of Network Engagement.

California Assembly Kills Extended Bar Hours Experiment, Again

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Thursday, August 25, 2022
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SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcohol Justice and the California Alcohol Policy Alliance (CAPA) expressed deep gratitude today as the California State Assembly voted to stop SB 930. 31 voted NO, 25 voted YES, and 24 didn't vote at all which was another way of making sure Senator Scott Wiener would be handed his 4th failure since 2017 in attempting to establish a so-called "pilot project" to give some California cities the ability to extend last call at bars, restaurants, and clubs.

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  • SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcohol Justice and the California Alcohol Policy Alliance (CAPA) expressed deep gratitude today as the California State Assembly voted to stop SB 930 .
  • "This afternoon, Senator Wiener's gut & amend bar bill died so that Californians won't,"stated Cruz Avila, Executive Director / CEO of Alcohol Justice.
  • The Assembly chose the safety of the state's residents and visitors over profits for alcohol-related businesses.
  • For Alcohol Justice this was the 5th campaign since 2013 to stop alcohol trading hours from being extended into the early morning commute.