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Jefferson Health Establishes the Stephen and Sandra Sheller Consult and Bridge Program to Provide Person-Centered Care for People with Substance Use Disorder

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Thursday, May 2, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Jefferson Health announced the opening of the Stephen and Sandra Sheller Consult and Bridge Program. The Bridge Program is an ecosystem of coordinated, high-quality care for people with severe substance use disorder. In this model, a single interdisciplinary care team provides comprehensive services for the Bridge patients across community, hospital, emergency department, and psychiatry settings. In addition to the full spectrum of health needs, the program's staff assists patients with social needs such as housing, legal assistance, and food insecurity. The Stephen and Sandra Sheller Consult Bridge Program serves as a vital safe harbor for patients in the earliest stages of medical and substance use recovery.

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  • The Bridge Program is an ecosystem of coordinated, high-quality care for people with severe substance use disorder.
  • The Stephen and Sandra Sheller Consult Bridge Program serves as a vital safe harbor for patients in the earliest stages of medical and substance use recovery.
  • The Bridge Program is an ecosystem of coordinated, high-quality care for people with severe substance use disorder
    "Jefferson Health is committed to creating innovative new programs for delivering compassionate, person-centered care.
  • "We enthusiastically chose Jefferson Health to be the recipient of our foundation funds for this new Stephen and Sandra Sheller Consult and Bridge Program.

The Government of Mongolia and The Nature Conservancy Secure ‘Eternal Mongolia’, a Pathway to Achieve the Nation’s Climate and Biodiversity Goals

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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This includes a USD $71 million transition fund from private and other global donor sources.

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  • This includes a USD $71 million transition fund from private and other global donor sources.
  • Eternal Mongolia unlocks all the funding and policy commitments needed for Mongolia to ensure its 30% conservation target will be met by 2030 while providing a secure and economic future for Mongolians.
  • Eternal Mongolia anticipates key financial support from Legacy Landscapes Fund.
  • The full version of this press release with more information and additional quotes, including those from the Government of Mongolia, can be found at www.nature.org/en-us/newsroom/eternal-mongolia-pfp-announcement/
    View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240421544883/en/

Study Evaluates Prevalence of Four Recommended Practices for Suicide Prevention Following Hospital Discharge

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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A new study , funded by Pew Charitable Trusts, in The Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety (JQPS), evaluated the prevalence of four suicide prevention activities following hospital discharge among Joint Commission-accredited hospitals:

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  • A new study , funded by Pew Charitable Trusts, in The Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety (JQPS), evaluated the prevalence of four suicide prevention activities following hospital discharge among Joint Commission-accredited hospitals:
    While these specific suicide prevention activities are not explicitly required by The Joint Commission’s National Patient Safety Goal (NPSG), they are recommended by many suicide prevention experts.
  • By understanding the adoption of recommended practices for suicide prevention, hospitals can help improve care for people at risk and save lives.”
    Researchers calculated the percentage of hospitals reporting the implementation of these recommended discharge practices.
  • While hospitals typically implemented common (and low resource) discharge practices such as providing a list of crisis resources and making referrals, many of the recommended and more robust suicide prevention practices had not yet been widely implemented.
  • Very few hospitals (4%) met full criteria for implementing all four recommended suicide prevention activities at time of discharge.

Rebuilding Together, Wells Fargo Expand Heirs' Property Initiative to Help Homeowners Protect Generational Wealth

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rebuilding Together, the leading national housing nonprofit rebuilding communities in need, is expanding its Heirs' Property Initiative to help families keep their land and protect generational wealth. With support from the Wells Fargo Foundation, this effort provides free legal services to residents to address the complexities of "tangled titles," a critical issue affecting homeownership, especially within low-income communities.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rebuilding Together , the leading national housing nonprofit rebuilding communities in need, is expanding its Heirs' Property Initiative to help families keep their land and protect generational wealth.
  • Residents can visit Rebuilding Together Philadelphia , Rebuilding Together Baton Rouge , and Rebuilding Together Kent County for additional information.
  • "My experience with the Rebuilding Together team was wonderful," said Gale Smith, Philadelphia homeowner and participant in the Philadelphia initiative.
  • "At Wells Fargo, we believe everyone should have access to a quality, affordable home and opportunities for creating generational wealth through homeownership," said Stacy Spann, head of Housing Access and Affordability Philanthropy at Wells Fargo.

Therabody Expands Investment in Science with $10 Million Research Pledge, Scientific Partnerships and Official Scientific Advisory Board

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Therabody, the leader in wellness technology, announced today the investment of more than $10M to fund initiatives that will continue to drive innovation and the scientific validation of their products. The company also announced the formalization of their Scientific Advisory Board and, significantly, a partnership with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the global research leader in the field of exercise, physical fitness and sports medicine.

Key Points: 
  • In an evolving regulatory landscape, Therabody believes that science is essential for leading the way forward as technology will transform healthcare over the next decade.
  • Their $10 million investment in scientific research will drive an integrated strategy for scientific leadership in the industry with funds put toward scientific and clinical research studies across beauty, wellness and athletic performance over the next several years.
  • Our Scientific Advisory Board, along with our significant investment in scientific research and partnerships, will ensure we remain at the forefront of our industry and dedicated to developing the most effective, scientifically validated products available today and in the future," said Monty Sharma, President and CEO of Therabody.
  • Therabody has completed 21 scientific studies to date with 26 currently in progress.

Therabody Expands Investment in Science with $10 Million Research Pledge, Scientific Partnerships and Official Scientific Advisory Board

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Therabody, the leader in wellness technology, announced today the investment of more than $10M to fund initiatives that will continue to drive innovation and the scientific validation of their products. The company also announced the formalization of their Scientific Advisory Board and, significantly, a partnership with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the global research leader in the field of exercise, physical fitness and sports medicine.

Key Points: 
  • In an evolving regulatory landscape, Therabody believes that science is essential for leading the way forward as technology will transform healthcare over the next decade.
  • Their $10 million investment in scientific research will drive an integrated strategy for scientific leadership in the industry with funds put toward scientific and clinical research studies across beauty, wellness and athletic performance over the next several years.
  • Our Scientific Advisory Board, along with our significant investment in scientific research and partnerships, will ensure we remain at the forefront of our industry and dedicated to developing the most effective, scientifically validated products available today and in the future," said Monty Sharma, President and CEO of Therabody.
  • Therabody has completed 21 scientific studies to date with 26 currently in progress.

How Strong Is the State of the Student Loan Repayment System?

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --The following is provided by Brian Denten, an officer and Ilan Levine, a senior associate with The Pew Charitable Trusts' student loan initiative.

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  • The last year has brought several changes for federal student loan borrowers, including options that are helping those feeling a financial burden get on a path to successful repayment.
  • Last August, the Biden administration launched an income-driven repayment (IDR) plan known as Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE).
  • The administration also implemented a limited-time program called Fresh Start for borrowers who missed payments for at least 270 days—those in default status.
  • The ability to make $0 payments while staying current on loan repayment helps limit financial burdens.

5 Insights to Help States Navigate a Federal Shutdown

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The following article is provided by Rebecca Thiess, Justin Theal, and Peter Muller of The Pew Charitable Trusts.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The following article is provided by Rebecca Thiess, Justin Theal, and Peter Muller of The Pew Charitable Trusts.
  • As the federal government faces another potential shutdown, state policymakers need to understand how a closure could affect their budgets and operations.
  • Here are five considerations to keep in mind.
  • Funding expires at different times for different programs.

Pew: As Avian Flu Hits Antarctic Peninsula, Global Leaders Must Take Action

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The highly contagious H5N1 virus, commonly known as avian or bird flu, has been confirmed in two seabirds—both of them Antarctic skuas—on the Antarctic Peninsula. And on February 23, scientists from the Severo Ochoa Molecular Biology Center of the Higher Council for Scientific Research in Madrid confirmed the presence of the deadly virus for the first time on the Antarctic continent.

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  • But H5N1 doesn't only affect birds; it has caused near-complete breeding failure for some colonies of elephant seals.
  • With the virus now confirmed in Antarctica, the only region to not be affected by this latest H5N1 outbreak is Oceania.
  • "World leaders must immediately move to protect this vital place and all the animals that call it home.
  • "Not only can the species found in the Antarctic Peninsula not withstand increasing threats, but the world needs a healthy Southern Ocean ecosystem."

Pew Names Scientists From 6 Countries as 2024 Fellows in Marine Conservation

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pew Charitable Trusts announced today that it has selected six distinguished researchers as recipients of the 2024 Pew fellowship in marine conservation .

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pew Charitable Trusts announced today that it has selected six distinguished researchers as recipients of the 2024 Pew fellowship in marine conservation .
  • "These talented scientists are working to conserve and protect marine species and habitats across the globe—from Africa's coasts to the coral reefs of the western Pacific Ocean."
  • The Pew Fellows Program in Marine Conservation awards midcareer scientists and other experts $150,000 grants over three years to pursue marine conservation-oriented research projects.
  • Marine fellows are selected by an international committee of marine science and conservation experts through a rigorous nomination and review process.