Mental Health Awareness Month

Weekly Recap: 13 Press Releases You Might Have Missed

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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Sesame Workshop and the Ad Council Launch New PSA to Support Mental Health

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sesame Workshop, the global impact nonprofit behind Sesame Street, launched a new public service announcement (PSA) video with the Ad Council for their "Love, Your Mind" campaign developed with Huntsman Mental Health Institute. The video features Elmo and his friends highlighting the benefits of humming for people's overall emotional well-being.

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  • NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sesame Workshop, the global impact nonprofit behind Sesame Street, launched a new public service announcement (PSA) video with the Ad Council for their "Love, Your Mind" campaign developed with Huntsman Mental Health Institute.
  • The second video PSA will be released in May 2024, along with a robust offering of additional Sesame Workshop resources for families in support of Mental Health Awareness Month.
  • Resources to help parents and caregivers support children's emotional well-being from managing big feelings to coping with more acute mental health challenges can be found at sesame.org/mentalhealth .
  • "On behalf of Huntsman Mental Health Institute and the Ad Council, we're thrilled to partner with Sesame Workshop to open up more dialogue about mental health and offer resources to support the whole family."

Syra Health Launches Inaugural Mental and Behavioral Health Solutions Award

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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CARMEL, Ind., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Syra Health Corp. (NASDAQ: SYRA) ("Syra Health" or the "Company"), a healthcare technology company with a mission to improve healthcare by providing innovative services and technology solutions, invites entries into the inaugural Syra Health Mental and Behavioral Health Solutions Award .

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  • CARMEL, Ind., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Syra Health Corp. (NASDAQ: SYRA) ("Syra Health" or the "Company"), a healthcare technology company with a mission to improve healthcare by providing innovative services and technology solutions, invites entries into the inaugural Syra Health Mental and Behavioral Health Solutions Award .
  • An impartial panel of mental and behavioral health experts will assess award entries based on the following criteria:
    Evidence of Destigmatizing Mental Health: Demonstrated efforts by the advocacy group to destigmatize mental health.
  • The Syra Health Mental and Behavioral Health Solutions Award underscores Syra Health's dedication to changing the nation's mental and behavioral health landscape by focusing on solutions including the company's own novel Syrenity app.
  • By launching the Syra Health Mental and Behavioral Health Solutions Award, we aim to foster positive change and contribute to the collective efforts in addressing crucial aspects of mental health on a national scale."

"We Can't Save Lives Without You"

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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"This is a public health crisis most people don't think about until it affects them. With the increase in diabetes, hypertension and kidney disease, any family can suddenly find a loved one in need of an organ transplant to survive," said Richard D. Hasz, Jr., MFS, CPTC, President and CEO of Gift of Life Donor Program, Gift of Life Transplant Foundation and Gift of Life Howie's House. "Here's what we've learned in Gift of Life's nearly 50-year history: We can't save lives without you -- without each person in our community using their extraordinary power to say 'yes' to donation and every hospital partner embracing their role to ensure families are provided with the donation opportunity as part of compassionate end-of-life care." Hasz called on hospitals, faith, business, government, and community leaders to partner with Gift of Life, and for families throughout our region to start a conversation about donation and register at donors1.org.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The need for families to save lives by saying "yes" to organ donation is more urgent than ever.
  • A half million people in the U.S. are suffering from End-Stage Renal Disease, with 90,000 awaiting a kidney transplant.
  • In 2023, Gift of Life recovered precious tissues from 2,675 donors, including 1,433 musculoskeletal donors and 2,278 cornea donors.
  • Celeste Brown talks about how her devastation following her son's murder prevented her from embracing the opportunity for him to save others.

U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy Joins Modern Health And Tennis Champion Naomi Osaka For a Special Edition Of “Can’t Wait to Hear From You” Video Series

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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Today, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Naomi Osaka’s Emmy Award-nominated production company Hana Kuma and global workplace mental health platform Modern Health launched a special edition of the video series Can’t Wait To Hear From You.

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  • Today, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Naomi Osaka’s Emmy Award-nominated production company Hana Kuma and global workplace mental health platform Modern Health launched a special edition of the video series Can’t Wait To Hear From You.
  • “Naomi Osaka’s vulnerability, passion for helping others, and openness about her own mental health have inspired people around the world, including me,” said U.S.
  • Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, and Hana Kuma for this special edition of our new video series.
  • View the special edition episode of Can’t Wait To Hear From You with Naomi Osaka and Dr. Vivek Murthy here .

FitXR Studies Show How VR Workouts Improve Health This Mental Health Awareness Month

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231010574413/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231010574413/en/
    FitXR Studies Show How VR Workouts Improve Health This Mental Health Awareness Month (Graphic: Business Wire)
    While the benefits of physical exercise have been well researched over the years, the advantages that VR fitness brings to its users are more recently studied, and now proven.
  • Conducted by the world leading exercise researcher, Dr. Brendon Stubbs, PhD, this randomized controlled trial aimed to measure the differences in perceived exertion, mental health and enjoyment when comparing FitXR to standard exercise.
  • “Only through this randomized, clinical trial is it possible to determine the true benefits of VR fitness, and FitXR can unequivocally say that their product works to improve physical and mental health.
  • “It has been proven that daily movement can help build up resistance, reduce the risk of developing adverse mental wellbeing and even mental health conditions.

Carlton Cards Supports Mental Health in Canada

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 27, 2023 /CNW/ - Carlton Cards announces today their continued support for Mental Health Awareness Month.

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  • MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 27, 2023 /CNW/ - Carlton Cards announces today their continued support for Mental Health Awareness Month.
  • In collaboration with the CMHA, Carlton Cards has amplified the 2023 campaign to include a 31-day mental health Connection Calendar - available for download on www.carltoncards.ca and www.cmha.ca .
  • In addition, Carlton Cards has also created a 31-day social media #ConnectionChallenge on Facebook and Instagram that will encourage social connectedness and mental health awareness.
  • Carlton Cards will be surprising challenge participants with gifts of free greeting cards throughout October.

Girl Scouts of the USA Prioritizes Mental Wellness with New Programming

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), the largest girl-led organization in the world, announced the launch of three new mental wellness patches within the Movement's Mental Health Initiative, which was launched in 2021 in response to the mental health crises today's young women face. Designed for girls in grades four through 12, these new patches provide useful tools to help them safely identify and explore their feelings, seek support and find resources for help, if needed.  

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), the largest girl-led organization in the world, announced the launch of three new mental wellness patches within the Movement's Mental Health Initiative, which was launched in 2021 in response to the mental health crises today's young women face.
  • Knowing My Emotions (Girl Scout Juniors, grades four–five)
    This patch program teaches Girl Scout Juniors positive coping skills and how to name their feelings.
  • GSUSA is continuously working to destigmatize mental illness, normalizing conversations around mental health and mental illness, and will continue to develop inclusive programs for Girl Scouts of all backgrounds.
  • To access valuable resources to support girls' mental well-being and join Girl Scouts, visit www.girlscouts.org/mentalwellness .

Hollywood & Mind and BUMBLE Host Spotlight on Loneliness

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hollywood & Mind, the venture positioned uniquely at the intersection of the entertainment industry and the mental health sector, partnered with social connecting app BUMBLE on Wednesday, September 6, to host curated conversations that placed a spotlight on loneliness and outlined solutions to help foster social connection both within the creative community and the general population. In May, the Surgeon General issued an Advisory highlighting our epidemic of loneliness and social isolation.

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  • In May, the Surgeon General issued an Advisory highlighting our epidemic of loneliness and social isolation.
  • We are here on this planet to be amongst each other, to learn from each other and to grow from each other."
  • The conversation was moderated by Hollywood & Mind founder Cathy Applefeld Olson.
  • Bumble recently launched its Bumble for Friends offering as a separate app "as part of our larger efforts to support kind connections," Iheme said.

Parents Anonymous® Launches Podcast "Breaking the Stigma" Featuring Unfiltered Conversations Surrounding Today's Mental Health Crisis

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Parents Anonymous Inc., a national organization offering free mental health programs and a helpline for both parents and youth, today announces the launch of its podcast "Breaking the Stigma." The podcast highlights candid conversations with individuals who have battled mental health obstacles and their journey to healing.

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  • The podcast highlights candid conversations with individuals who have battled mental health obstacles and their journey to healing.
  • Breaking the Stigma Podcast debuts today, Tuesday, July 11, featuring an interview with R&B singer and songwriter Amina Buddafly, and is co-hosted by DJ Mike Gdnss.
  • Breaking the Stigma will feature powerful interviews and stories from influential and everyday people who share their personal struggles with mental health.
  • Since 1969, Parents Anonymous, Inc. has provided evidence-based emotional support to Parents and Youth nationwide on the National Parent and Youth Helpline®.