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NAMI Releases Poll Showing Post-Pandemic Workforce Demands More Mental Health Support

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Dienstag, Februar 13, 2024
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ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new poll from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) shows an overwhelming number of American workers employed at large organizations believe it's appropriate to talk about mental health at work and broadly support mental health training in the workplace. The poll, conducted by Ipsos, also finds a knowledge gap in employer-provided mental healthcare coverage, indicating the need for more communication to improve workplace culture.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new poll from the National Alliance on Mental Illness ( NAMI ) shows an overwhelming number of American workers employed at large organizations believe it's appropriate to talk about mental health at work and broadly support mental health training in the workplace.
  • Most also say various types of mental health training would be helpful for mental health support at work.
  • Overall, employees who are offered mental health training or coverage from their employer are more comfortable sharing about their own mental health at work.
  • The National Alliance on Mental Illness is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of the millions of Americans affected by mental health conditions.

An Author and a Gentleman: Dr. Hugh Finch Releases "Arctic Revelation" - A Thrilling Blend of History, Mystery, and Philanthropy

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Montag, Februar 12, 2024
Eye, School, Mental health, Psychology, Emotion, Dentistry, Kirkus Reviews, The Surgeon, Mental disorder, Organic, Blinking, History, Death, Stony Brook University, Amazon, Child, Trauma, National Alliance

GLASTONBURY, Conn., Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Author, educator, and practitioner Dr. Hugh Finch announced the release of his unique fiction thriller, "Arctic Revelation: A Thousand Lifetimes in the Blink of an Eye." An international tour-de-force culminating in a stunning 'whodunit' conclusion that has kept even the most seasoned readers and critics captivated and guessing right till the end.

Key Points: 
  • "...this is a thriller…the reader can't resist going forward to find out how it all connects ...the heady concept, action and danger pay dividends."
  • from Kirkus Reviews
    "...a true masterpiece" and "...a mind-blowing psychological thriller" from critics at OnlineBookClub.org and Discovery Reviews.
  • Dr. Finch reflects, "The true reward in accomplishing something great is when you do it for something far greater than yourself.
  • Dr. Finch is committed to paying it forward by using his story to support mental health awareness.

UPSHER-SMITH AND THE NATIONAL ALLIANCE OF STATE PHARMACY ASSOCIATIONS (NASPA) ANNOUNCE EXCELLENCE IN INNOVATION AWARD RECIPIENTS

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Dienstag, Februar 6, 2024
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MAPLE GROVE, Minn., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC (Upsher-Smith) and the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations (NASPA) proudly announce the recipients of the 2023 NASPA Excellence in Innovation Award.

Key Points: 
  • MAPLE GROVE, Minn., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC (Upsher-Smith) and the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations (NASPA) proudly announce the recipients of the 2023 NASPA Excellence in Innovation Award.
  • The Excellence in Innovation Award recognizes qualified pharmacists who have demonstrated significant innovation in their practice, method, or service directly or indirectly resulting in improved patient care and/or advancement of the profession of pharmacy.
  • The award is presented by more than 40 participating state pharmacy associations throughout the year.
  • We are grateful to our longstanding partner, Upsher-Smith, and participating state pharmacy associations for their continued support of NASPA's Excellence in Innovation Award."

Overcoming 'Otherness' in Scientific Research Commentary in Nature Human Behavior

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Freitag, Februar 2, 2024
Science, HHO, Nature Human Behaviour, Bioethics, National Alliance, Meharry Medical College, Algorithm, Tuskegee University, Movement

Dr. Delgado explains further, "True scientific excellence requires all voices, and varied experiences and perspectives.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Delgado explains further, "True scientific excellence requires all voices, and varied experiences and perspectives.
  • To harness the full potential of our society, we must recognize and actively address the biases that 'otherness' introduces into scientific research."
  • The commentary highlights the detrimental impact of 'otherness' in scientific methodologies and outcomes, particularly in health-related research.
  • For the full commentary, please visit Nature Human Behavior: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41562-024-01821-y

National Alliance of Trade Merchants (NATM) Announces Annual 2024 Vendor Conference Date Change

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Donnerstag, Januar 18, 2024
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The date change brings new opportunities for NATM members and partners to collaborate on plans for Black Friday and the holiday season.

Key Points: 
  • The date change brings new opportunities for NATM members and partners to collaborate on plans for Black Friday and the holiday season.
  • “Moving the Vendor Conference from September to July 23-26 allows NATM members and vendors more time to prepare for the 2024 holiday sales season,” said Riddle.
  • Furthering its 2023 Vendor Conference theme of “Together Towards Tomorrow,” NATM is introducing new data-driven strategies for members.
  • The 2024 NATM Vendor Conference will be held July 23-26, 2024, at the Omni Frisco Hotel at the Star, Frisco, Texas.

NAMI Announces the New Class of 2024 NAMI Next Gen Young Adult Advisors

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Donnerstag, Januar 25, 2024
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ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NAMI is proud to introduce the 2024 NAMI Next Gen class of 10 young adult leaders from diverse backgrounds who will inform and support NAMI efforts by representing the voices of lived experience.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NAMI is proud to introduce the 2024 NAMI Next Gen class of 10 young adult leaders from diverse backgrounds who will inform and support NAMI efforts by representing the voices of lived experience.
  • In 2021, NAMI created and launched the first class of NAMI Next Gen young adult advisors based on one of our guiding principles, "Nothing About Us Without Us."
  • NAMI Next Gen aims to empower young people by providing a platform to share their personal stories to help reduce stigma and support others to realize they are not alone.
  • To achieve this goal, our young adult advisors will share their thoughts, opinions, and feedback to help inform NAMI's youth-focused programs, content, initiatives and new projects.

GOSHRM Hosts Second Annual Mental Health Forum on February 8th to Break the Stigma

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Mittwoch, Januar 24, 2024
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ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Greater Orlando Society for Human Resource Management (GOSHRM) will host its second Mental Health Forum on Thursday, February 8, at the Guidewell Innovation Center in Orlando, FL. The theme : "Thriving Together: Integrating Mental Health into the Organizational Culture" for HR and medical professionals seeking best practices to tackle mental health challenges in today's stressful, post-pandemic workplace.

Key Points: 
  • The theme : "Thriving Together: Integrating Mental Health into the Organizational Culture" for HR and medical professionals seeking best practices to tackle mental health challenges in today's stressful, post-pandemic workplace.
  • "Our Mental Health Forum teaches HR professionals how to break the silence and create a workplace culture that supports those who struggle."
  • GOSHRM's goal in presenting this annual Mental Health Forum is to provide increased awareness and support for mental health concerns plaguing the current workforce.
  • "I advocate publicly and boldly to help break the stigma associated with talking out loud about our mental health struggles and challenges.

Public Charter School Fair to Showcase Local Education Options, Offer Free Fun

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Freitag, Januar 19, 2024
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- North Carolina has one of the highest rates of charter enrollment growth in the nation. If your family has chosen or is interested in choosing a charter school, come celebrate this learning option at a fun-filled charter school fair at the Great Wolf Lodge Water Park on Saturday, Jan. 27.

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  • If your family has chosen or is interested in choosing a charter school, come celebrate this learning option at a fun-filled charter school fair at the Great Wolf Lodge Water Park on Saturday, Jan. 27.
  • Participating schools include Socrates Academy, Metrolina Regional Scholars Academy, Apprentice Academy, Carolina International School, Charlotte Lab School, Community Public Charter School, KIPP North Carolina Public Schools, Telra Institute, and more.
  • Hispanic students are the fastest-growing community in charter schools nationwide according to the National Alliance of Public Charter Schools.
  • "With families choosing public charter schools at an unprecedented rate in North Carolina, what better time is there to celebrate these unique public schools than during National School Choice Week?

Health Leaders Advocate for Patient's Full Health Record as Standard for Data Interoperability

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Donnerstag, Januar 18, 2024
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Dr. Lewin emphasized the necessity of a broader definition: "Interoperability must be redefined to include the entire health record to truly benefit patient care."

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Lewin emphasized the necessity of a broader definition: "Interoperability must be redefined to include the entire health record to truly benefit patient care."
  • Dr. Delgado, reinforcing the need for comprehensive access, states, "Every piece of health information is a vital part of someone's life story.
  • Core Data for Interoperability (USCDI v3), and by doing so, it excludes critical parts of the full patient record.
  • This myopic approach to health data sharing fails to leverage the wealth of available information that could revolutionize health and health outcomes while safeguarding privacy and reducing unnecessary health care costs.

NextGen Healthcare Selected by Spectrum Healthcare to Help Address Shortage of Primary and Behavioral Health Professionals

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Mittwoch, Januar 10, 2024
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Working to address Arizona’s shortage of primary and behavioral health resources, Spectrum Healthcare , one of the state’s largest nonprofit healthcare providers, has selected NextGen Healthcare , a leading provider of cloud-based technology solutions, to support its delivery of whole-person care.

Key Points: 
  • Working to address Arizona’s shortage of primary and behavioral health resources, Spectrum Healthcare , one of the state’s largest nonprofit healthcare providers, has selected NextGen Healthcare , a leading provider of cloud-based technology solutions, to support its delivery of whole-person care.
  • According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, 82 areas in the state are medically underserved.
  • NAMI Arizona , an affiliate of The National Alliance on Mental Illness, reports that more than 2.8 million Arizona residents live in a community with a shortage of mental health professionals.
  • “We chose NextGen Healthcare as our partner because of our shared vision for using innovative technology solutions to elevate healthcare delivery and address Arizona’s shortage of healthcare providers.”
    “Spectrum Healthcare is meeting a tremendous need in their communities and NextGen Healthcare is honored to support their life-changing work,” said Srinivas (Sri) Velamoor , president and chief operating officer, NextGen Healthcare.