Health promotion

New FMI Report: Food Industry Committed to Health and Well-Being Initiatives

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

As Americans’ interest in nutrition and healthy eating has increased in recent years, companies across the food industry have implemented numerous initiatives to support consumers’ health needs and priorities, according to FMI – The Food Industry Association’s new Food Industry Contributions to Health and Well-Being 2024 report.

Key Points: 
  • As Americans’ interest in nutrition and healthy eating has increased in recent years, companies across the food industry have implemented numerous initiatives to support consumers’ health needs and priorities, according to FMI – The Food Industry Association’s new Food Industry Contributions to Health and Well-Being 2024 report.
  • While health and well-being has always been a key priority, nutrition and overall health has become the top focus for the food industry this year.
  • Food as Medicine programs that connect the science of food and nutrition to improved health for customers, employees and communities, are also gaining momentum across the food industry.
  • Members of the media may contact FMI for a gratis copy of the Food Industry Contributions to Health and Well-Being 2024 report.

Notre Dame of Maryland University, Maryland University of Integrative Health Announce Change-in-Ownership Toward Merger of MUIH Programs into NDMU

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Friday, February 9, 2024

LAUREL, Md., Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Notre Dame of Maryland University (NDMU) and Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH) have announced completion of the change-in-ownership step that moves the two institutions closer to a subsequent merger of MUIH's graduate-level programs into NDMU. The two universities will enter into a transition period before the final approval of a second-step merger of MUIH's programs in integrative health and wellness into a new School of Integrative Health at NDMU. This acquisition of MUIH by NDMU follows an October 2023 announcement of an agreement to merge MUIH programs in NDMU.

Key Points: 
  • Notre Dame of Maryland University (NDMU) and Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH) have announced completion of the change-in-ownership step that moves the two institutions closer to a subsequent merger of MUIH's graduate-level programs into NDMU.
  • LAUREL, Md., Feb. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Notre Dame of Maryland University (NDMU) and Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH) have announced completion of the change-in-ownership step that moves the two institutions closer to a subsequent merger of MUIH's graduate-level programs into NDMU.
  • The two universities will enter into a transition period before the final approval of a second-step merger of MUIH's programs in integrative health and wellness into a new School of Integrative Health at NDMU.
  • This acquisition of MUIH by NDMU follows an October 2023 announcement of an agreement to merge MUIH programs in NDMU.

University of Phoenix College of Nursing Leadership Highlights Successful DEIB Strategies at Annual Convention of the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing

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Friday, January 19, 2024

The College of Nursing incorporates DEIB into its core values and curriculum, aligning with the broader university initiatives .

Key Points: 
  • The College of Nursing incorporates DEIB into its core values and curriculum, aligning with the broader university initiatives .
  • Reflecting on the success of the event, Brooks stated, “Our participation at the OADN Conference allowed us to showcase the impactful DEIB strategies we've implemented at the University of Phoenix.
  • Brooks is the Dean of the College of Nursing at the University of Phoenix.
  • She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) in Family Nurse Practitioner from Arizona State University.

Sandridge Crafted Foods® Receives Highest Level of Distinction from the Healthy Business Council of Ohio

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Friday, January 19, 2024

MEDINA, Ohio, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sandridge Crafted Foods is proud to announce that they have received platinum designation in the Healthy Worksite Recognition Program run by the Healthy Business Council of Ohio (HBCO). The four recognition program award tiers are bronze, silver, gold, and platinum.

Key Points: 
  • Sandridge Crafted Foods is proud to announce that they have received platinum designation in the Healthy Worksite Recognition Program run by the Healthy Business Council of Ohio (HBCO).
  • MEDINA, Ohio, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sandridge Crafted Foods is proud to announce that they have received platinum designation in the Healthy Worksite Recognition Program run by the Healthy Business Council of Ohio (HBCO).
  • The Healthy Worksite Recognition Program recognizes Ohio employers who demonstrate a commitment to employee wellness through comprehensive worksite health promotion and wellness programs.
  • The Sandridge Crafted Foods VP of People Operations, Dr. Dale Fortner said, "We are thrilled and honored to receive this distinction.

NACDD Welcomes New VP of The Center for Advancing Healthy Communities

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

ATLANTA, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) is pleased to announce that Ali Jaglowski , MSH has joined the Association as Vice President of the Center for Advancing Healthy Communities.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACDD) is pleased to announce that Ali Jaglowski , MSH has joined the Association as Vice President of the Center for Advancing Healthy Communities.
  • "We are excited to have Ali bring her public health, policy, and community engagement expertise to the NACDD team," said CEO John W. Robitscher .
  • "Her passion for health promotion, chronic disease prevention, and wellness, along with her experience as a longtime NACDD content expert across several projects will be such an asset to both the Center for Advancing Healthy Communities , and the Association as a whole."
  • "I am so thrilled to continue my work in public health and community engagement in this new capacity at NACDD," Jaglowski added.

FlexIt Returns to Present at the 2024 ICR Conference in Orlando Showcasing Product and Market Expansion

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Monday, January 8, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FlexIt Inc., a leader in digital health and wellness experiences, will be highlighted in the upcoming 2024 ICR Conference in Orlando, Florida January 8th through 10th.

Key Points: 
  • ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FlexIt Inc., a leader in digital health and wellness experiences, will be highlighted in the upcoming 2024 ICR Conference in Orlando, Florida January 8th through 10th.
  • The ICR Conference, a premier gathering for consumer industry leaders, investors, and innovators, provides a prominent platform for FlexIt to present its latest advancements in holistic health.
  • FlexIt invites conference attendees and media representatives to attend its company presentation on January 10th at 9:45am EST at the 2024 ICR Conference to learn more about its enhanced offerings as well as their applications in the modern workforce.
  • FlexIt has redefined the fitness and wellness landscape through a unique approach to health promotion for both consumers and enterprises.

Why traditional cooking isn’t always healthier: the case of Ghanaians in Manchester and in Accra

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Sunday, January 7, 2024

This has been called a “deficit approach” and my research with Ghanaian women set out to challenge some of its assumptions.

Key Points: 
  • This has been called a “deficit approach” and my research with Ghanaian women set out to challenge some of its assumptions.
  • Previous studies on Ghanaian immigrants showed that following their arrival in the United Kingdom, most maintained their dietary traditions.

Seeing versus telling

  • We asked Ghanaian women living in Manchester, England, and in Accra, Ghana, to take photographs of their own cooking experience.
  • We then used the photographs as a prompt to allow participants to tell the “stories” of their everyday cooking.
  • They also saw themselves as cooking with love and care and adhering to culturally acceptable ways of feeding their families.
  • “I have introduced my kids to the local dishes, and they love them, and one of my boy’s favourites is yam.
  • Studies have shown that many in Britain have abandoned traditional ways of cooking and turned to new ways of cooking and eating.
  • Our findings showed that they love to cook, and saw maintaining traditional foods as being a central part of their cultural heritage.

When tradition doesn’t rhyme with safety

  • In Ghana, disease risks included foodborne illnesses, and both there and in the UK, the risk of obesity, high cholesterol and heart disease were highlighted.
  • “The ingredients make the food healthy.” (Accra resident)
    “The ingredients make the food healthy.” (Accra resident)
  • We found that despite the women recognising that obesity was an important health issue, it was not seen as a priority for targeting change.
  • Our research suggests sociocultural rules and structural determinants often specify which foods are considered preferable, cooking choices as well as the differences in habitual intake for different people.



“It takes a lot of time to cook over a fire and it produces a lot of smoke, which ends up making the food reek.” (Accra resident)
“It takes a lot of time to cook over a fire and it produces a lot of smoke, which ends up making the food reek.” (Accra resident)

Conclusion

  • Perceptions of “good” cooking were linked to nutrition and health but also had social, cultural, and emotional associations.
  • There is therefore the need to continue to challenge the idea that women lack knowledge or the will to cook healthy foods.


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Rotary Action Group Taps Drug Free Australia to Represent Oceania on a Global Stage

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Sunday, December 24, 2023

Seaford, Australia, Dec 24, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Drug Free Australia has been selected by the Rotary Action Group for Addiction Prevention (RAG AP) to represent the Oceania region.

Key Points: 
  • Seaford, Australia, Dec 24, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - Drug Free Australia has been selected by the Rotary Action Group for Addiction Prevention (RAG AP) to represent the Oceania region.
  • As a leader in drug prevention, Drug Free Australia will collaborate with international organizations to address pressing drug-related challenges in Oceania.
  • This collaboration between Drug Free Australia and RAG AP is poised to address drug use concerns in Oceania significantly.
  • Furthermore, Drug Free Australia will leverage its resources and networks to bolster drug prevention efforts across Oceania.

Rotary Action Group Taps Drug Free Australia to Represent Oceania on a Global Stage

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Sunday, December 24, 2023

Seaford, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - December 23, 2023) - Drug Free Australia has been selected by the Rotary Action Group for Addiction Prevention (RAG AP) to represent the Oceania region.

Key Points: 
  • Seaford, Australia--(Newsfile Corp. - December 23, 2023) - Drug Free Australia has been selected by the Rotary Action Group for Addiction Prevention (RAG AP) to represent the Oceania region.
  • As a leader in drug prevention, Drug Free Australia will collaborate with international organizations to address pressing drug-related challenges in Oceania.
  • This collaboration between Drug Free Australia and RAG AP is poised to address drug use concerns in Oceania significantly.
  • Furthermore, Drug Free Australia will leverage its resources and networks to bolster drug prevention efforts across Oceania.

Hip Hop Public Health and Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® Introduce the “Paste Time” Educator Toolkit to Help Teachers Integrate Oral Health Education Into the Classroom

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

The Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® (BSBF) program and Hip Hop Public Health (HHPH) announce the development of the Paste Time Educator Toolkit, a free, online educational teaching resource to help educators include oral health education in their curriculum.

Key Points: 
  • The Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® (BSBF) program and Hip Hop Public Health (HHPH) announce the development of the Paste Time Educator Toolkit, a free, online educational teaching resource to help educators include oral health education in their curriculum.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231130875223/en/
    The Paste Time Educator Toolkit was developed by health and education experts, with input from Hip Hop Public Health’s Educator Review Group.
  • Available at https://www.hhph.org/toolkit/paste-time , the Paste Time Educator Toolkit provides resources for teachers to easily integrate oral health education into learning in and outside the classroom.
  • "That's why we've created the Paste Time Educator Toolkit – where music takes center stage to make oral health education engaging and fun.