Mental health

Women’s health in Calgary gets multi-year boost thanks to $10M investment through Calgary Health Foundation

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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Calgary, Alberta, Canada, May 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Calgary Health Foundation announces a $10M investment over two years from the Government of Alberta in support of women’s health initiatives.

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  • Calgary, Alberta, Canada, May 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Calgary Health Foundation announces a $10M investment over two years from the Government of Alberta in support of women’s health initiatives.
  • Calgary Health Foundation is committed to further funding female-related clinical care, research, and education.
  • Reproductive health, pelvic floor health, mental health, autoimmune disorders, chronic conditions, and diseases like cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis disproportionally impact women.
  • The $10M investment to Calgary Health Foundation, combined with donor support, will launch women’s health outcomes in a positive direction.

California Launches Youth-Focused Statewide Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) Campaign

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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Today, the Office of the California Surgeon General (CA-OSG) is launching the Live Beyond campaign to increase awareness and understanding of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), toxic stress, and their potential impacts, and provide science-based, healing-centered resources for all Californians.

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  • Today, the Office of the California Surgeon General (CA-OSG) is launching the Live Beyond campaign to increase awareness and understanding of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), toxic stress, and their potential impacts, and provide science-based, healing-centered resources for all Californians.
  • “Despite how unfortunately common Adverse Childhood Experiences are, most of us are unaware of how to recognize the outcomes and the steps needed to heal from the trauma,” said California First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom.
  • CREATED WITH AND FOR CALIFORNIA’S YOUTH: The Live Beyond campaign is grounded in science, market research, and best practices.
  • Hear some of the campaign’s youth advisors discuss their own experiences with ACEs and strategies they use to heal: https://youtu.be/UgCTXQe4Q3E?feature=shared

The Community Mental Health Hub at Hanna Receives $2 Million to Expand Mental Health Early Intervention Programs for Children, Youth, and Young Adults

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Thursday, May 2, 2024
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In early March, as part of Governor Gavin Newsom’s Master Plan for Kids’ Mental Health, the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), in partnership with the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MHSOAC), awarded $2 million to the Community Mental Health Hub at Hanna to implement an early intervention program that provides specialized services to children, youth, and young adults.

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  • In early March, as part of Governor Gavin Newsom’s Master Plan for Kids’ Mental Health, the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), in partnership with the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission (MHSOAC), awarded $2 million to the Community Mental Health Hub at Hanna to implement an early intervention program that provides specialized services to children, youth, and young adults.
  • The awards are funded as part of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI) Evidence-based Practices and Community-defined Evidence Practices (EBP/CDEP) Grant Program .
  • The Community Mental Health Hub at Hanna plans to utilize the funds to launch a start-up Early Intervention Psychosis program, allowing the Hub to offer intervention services at the first onset of Clinical High Risk (CHR) symptoms that may lead to Psychosis Syndrome.
  • “Early identification of mental health conditions, followed by prompt intervention, plays a crucial role in saving lives and improving patient and family functioning,” says Noeli Zamora, Clinical Director of the Community Mental Health Hub.

Mental Health Awareness Month Highlights Connection Between Gambling Disorder and Mental Wellness

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the world acknowledges the importance of addressing mental health topics, new data from Ohio for Responsible Gambling (ORG) shows how gambling disorders can have wide-ranging impacts on those who gamble and the community around them.

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  • "There's a strong connection between a person's gambling activity and their mental health.
  • More than 1.8 million adult residents in Ohio can be categorized as at risk for problem gambling (low, moderate and Disordered Gambling).
  • Care providers aren't aware of the strong correlation between gaming, gambling, and mental illness," said Derek Longmeier, executive director, Problem Gambling Network of Ohio.
  • Anyone concerned about their gambling habits should call Ohio's Problem Gambling Helpline which connects individuals with local resources that are free and confidential.

Bridging Healthcare Gaps: The Wonder Woman Collective Unveils a New Vision for Women's Health

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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With a shared commitment to innovation and excellence, this is the start of a foundation where future companies can join and redefine the standard of care in women's health. "With this initiative, we forge a new path in healthcare - one where comprehensive care, innovation, and patient-centricity are not just ideals, but realities. This is where the future of women's health begins." said Elizabeth Burstein, Co-Founder and CEO of Neura Health. Tina Keshani, Founder and CEO of Seven Starling adds "Women deserve specialized and tailored healthcare solutions to address their unique needs -- and no one company can do it all. "

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  • Five leading women's health companies, Paloma Health, Neura Health, LEVY Health, Seven Starling and Origin, have joined forces to announce The Wonder Woman Collective.
  • This strategic partnership addresses critical gaps in women's healthcare, focusing on improving healthcare outcomes, promoting health equity, reducing costs, and enhancing women's health.
  • "Addressing the Women's Health Gap is not just an option but a critical necessity.
  • "Through The Wonder Woman Collective, we are unifying diagnostic expertise and specialized care, enhancing the patient's journey and offering timely, comprehensive solutions," said Caroline Mitterdorfer, Co-Founder and CEO of LEVY Health.

Pampers® Canada partners with the Canadian Premature Babies Foundation and Préma-Québec to support NICU families

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Friday, May 3, 2024
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Choosing the right diaper and establishing a skin regimen designed for babies with heightened sensitivity to skin irritation is so important for premature babies.

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  • Choosing the right diaper and establishing a skin regimen designed for babies with heightened sensitivity to skin irritation is so important for premature babies.
  • To continue this support, Pampers® Canada is once again partnering with the Canadian Premature Babies Foundation (CPBF) and Préma-Québec to support families with premature babies across May and June.
  • This funding will go towards support programs for families of premature babies, including mental health and wellness resources.
  • Thanks to these generous donations from Pampers® Canada, we will be able to continue this support for Canadian families," said Fabiana Bacchini, Executive Director, Canadian Premature Babies Foundation.

MindSite News Reporters Win Two Prestigious Journalism Awards

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Thursday, May 2, 2024
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OAKLAND, Calif., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MindSite News, the nation's only national news outlet reporting exclusively on mental health, is pleased to announce that two MindSite News reporters have won awards for excellence in journalism.

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  • OAKLAND, Calif., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MindSite News, the nation's only national news outlet reporting exclusively on mental health, is pleased to announce that two MindSite News reporters have won awards for excellence in journalism.
  • McGhee's award-winning body of work covers the intersection of criminal justice and mental health.
  • It includes reporting on solitary confinement, police response to mental health crises, and racial disparities in prosecutions of gun possession charges.
  • Last year, he won the Peter Lisagor Award for the best reporting on crime and justice in a small outlet.

Alameda Health System adds group singing and lullaby composition to perinatal care

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Thursday, May 2, 2024
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OAKLAND, Calif., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Some of Alameda Health System's newest parents will have original songs to sing to their babies this Mother's Day: lullabies they wrote themselves.

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  • Carnegie Hall, Noe Music, and Alameda Health System collaborate to offer the Lullaby Project to patients.
  • Alameda Health System has partnered with Carnegie Hall and Noe Music to offer the Lullaby Project , which pairs professional musicians with expecting families.
  • San Francisco music series and cultural hub Noe Music provides professional musicians to the Lullaby Project at Alameda Health System.
  • "Pregnant parents who receive their perinatal care at Alameda Health System can expect comprehensive, wraparound services and whole-person programming that enriches their pregnancy journey from start to finish," said James Jackson, CEO of Alameda Health System.

GHOST® Rings the Bell in New Official & Exclusive Energy Drink Partnership with the Phillies, Bringing Its Feel-Good Energy to Citizens Bank Park

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Thursday, May 2, 2024
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The multi-year collaboration features GHOST®, a lifestyle brand of sports nutrition products, energy drinks, dietary supplements, and apparel, as the first ever "Official & Exclusive Energy Drink" of the Phillies.

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  • The multi-year collaboration features GHOST®, a lifestyle brand of sports nutrition products, energy drinks, dietary supplements, and apparel, as the first ever "Official & Exclusive Energy Drink" of the Phillies.
  • In addition, GHOST® will be served as a backbar mixer and available as an exclusive GHOST® Energy signature cocktail drink, with other highlights including fan samplings and special events throughout the season.
  • However, this partnership goes far beyond the hometown connection," said Ryan Hughes, Co-Founder and CMO of GHOST®.
  • "GHOST® as a brand, has ascended in the energy category by staying true to who we are and doubling down on authenticity.

Syra Health Presents Overdose Lifeline with Mental and Behavioral Health Solutions Award

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Thursday, May 2, 2024
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CARMEL, Ind., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Syra Health Corp. (NASDAQ: SYRA), a healthcare technology company with a mission to improve healthcare by providing innovative services and technology solutions, announced today it has presented the nonprofit organization Overdose Lifeline with the inaugural Syra Health Mental and Behavioral Health Solutions Award.

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  • CARMEL, Ind., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Syra Health Corp. (NASDAQ: SYRA), a healthcare technology company with a mission to improve healthcare by providing innovative services and technology solutions, announced today it has presented the nonprofit organization Overdose Lifeline with the inaugural Syra Health Mental and Behavioral Health Solutions Award.
  • An independent psychiatrist, Dr. Bethany Richards, who oversaw the selection process, said Overdose Lifeline was chosen based on the award criteria.
  • "We were proud to present the inaugural Syra Health Mental and Behavioral Health Solutions Award to Overdose Lifeline," said Dr. Deepika Vuppalanchi, CEO, Syra Health.
  • Syra Health presented the inaugural Syra Health Mental and Behavioral Health Solutions Award during Syra's Mental Health Solutions Day, showcasing solutions to the mental health crisis in America.