American College Health Association

Fast Growing Campus Mental Health Leader Uwill Makes First Acquisition

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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NATICK, Mass., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Uwill, the nation's fastest-growing on-campus mental health provider today announced the acquisition of Christie Campus Health, which offers counseling and mental health and wellness support to 750,000 students from more than 100 colleges. The first acquisition by the nation's leader in on-campus mental health solutions, reflects growing demand for mental health treatment and therapy on campus, amid a nationwide shortage.

Key Points: 
  • With the addition of Christie Campus Health, Uwill now serves more than 2 million students at more than 300 colleges nationwide
    NATICK, Mass., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Uwill , the nation's fastest-growing on-campus mental health provider today announced the acquisition of Christie Campus Health, which offers counseling and mental health and wellness support to 750,000 students from more than 100 colleges.
  • The first acquisition by the nation's leader in on-campus mental health solutions, reflects growing demand for mental health treatment and therapy on campus, amid a nationwide shortage.
  • According to the American College Health Association (ACHA), an estimated 77 percent of college students struggle with their mental health.
  • The acquisition of Christie Campus Health follows a period of rapid growth for Uwill, which ranks among the fastest-growing private companies in the nation.

Mytonomy Goes to College: Announcing a New Student Health Video Education and Engagement Solution for College Campuses

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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BETHESDA, Md., May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mytonomy, Inc., a leading enterprise SaaS solution for video-based patient education and engagement, announced today the expansion of Mytonomy Cloud for Healthcare to support student health at college and university campuses across the country at the American College Health Association (ACHA) Annual Meeting 2023. Mytonomy's content streaming platform is designed to deliver comprehensive health related information tailored to the needs of undergraduate, graduate and professional students in fresh and modern ways.

Key Points: 
  • Mytonomy Cloud for Student Health will address the most frequently asked healthcare questions students have and offer guidance on how to best utilize student health programs at their campus, saving time and delivering a positive experience.
  • Mytonomy Cloud for Student Health leverages the company's expertise in remote patient engagement and microlearning video content to empower students in actively managing their health and well-being.
  • One of the key features of Mytonomy Cloud for Student Health is its integration with Electronic Health Records (EHRs), allowing seamless sharing of vital health information with students.
  • However, with Mytonomy Cloud for Student Health universities can foster student success by equipping them with the tools they need to navigate their health independently," added Sue Wasiolek, VP of Student Health Programs at Mytonomy and former dean of Duke University.

Digital Mental Health Platform Get A-Head Begins Next Phase of Growth with $17M Acquisition

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Monday, December 12, 2022
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Ahad Bandealy,the platform's founder, will continue to lead the Get A-Head team in the role of CEO, as well as Chief Digital Officer of Vector Health Labs.

Key Points: 
  • Ahad Bandealy,the platform's founder, will continue to lead the Get A-Head team in the role of CEO, as well as Chief Digital Officer of Vector Health Labs.
  • "Get A-Head was founded with the ambition of revolutionizing mental health care by empowering student trainees to increase the available pool of mental health professionals," said Ahad Bandealy, Founder and CEO, Get A-Head.
  • Founded in 2019 by Ahad Bandealy, Get A-Headis a mental health SaaS platform that provides educational institutions, practicing clinical therapists, corporations and more with the digital infrastructure needed to deliver and manage mental health services for their students, members and employees.
  • Vector Health is the owner/operator of a licensed Ontario Laboratory, as well as Tulip Health, a virtual health platform offering high-quality virtual appointments to residents of Ontario.

The counseling software solution designed for counselors by counselors

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Thursday, June 2, 2022
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"Medicat's commitment to providing a world-class counseling solution, combined with extensive field research and the active collaboration with our Product Advisory Council, has empowered our developers to create a solution that is truly designed for counselors by counselors," said Isabella Vickers, Licensed Professional Counselor and Director of Marketing & Product Requirements for Medicat.

Key Points: 
  • "Medicat's commitment to providing a world-class counseling solution, combined with extensive field research and the active collaboration with our Product Advisory Council, has empowered our developers to create a solution that is truly designed for counselors by counselors," said Isabella Vickers, Licensed Professional Counselor and Director of Marketing & Product Requirements for Medicat.
  • "The advanced features and intuitive design show a deep understanding of counselors' needs and clinical and operational workflows."
  • Medicat One Counseling, the latest release on the Medicat One platform, is being implemented at college and university counseling centers across the country.
  • "Only Medicat One Counseling delivers the advanced features and functionality counselors need with Business Intelligence Reporting powered by Tableau, to put crucial, actionable insights right at counselors' fingertips for better clinical and operational decisions."

Bellabeat Announces Sponsorship of January 2022 Transpacific Volleyball Championships

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Wednesday, January 12, 2022
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HONOLULU, Jan. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Bellabeat Inc., ( https://bellabeat.com/ ), announced today their participation as a Gold Level Sponsor for the 2022 annual Transpacific Volleyball Championships .

Key Points: 
  • HONOLULU, Jan. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Bellabeat Inc., ( https://bellabeat.com/ ), announced today their participation as a Gold Level Sponsor for the 2022 annual Transpacific Volleyball Championships .
  • The Bellabeat Ivy is specifically made for women and is the perfect training partner for any female athlete.
  • We are thrilled to participate as a sponsor for the Transpacific Volleyball Championships 2022 and provide their competitors with the information they need to perform at their very best."
  • In the Bellabeat app, you can find more than 30 sleep meditations that can help you relax and unwind.

Delta Variant Has Families Considering Tuition Insurance In Case Student Unexpectedly Withdraws From School

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Wednesday, August 18, 2021
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As a result, it's a smart move for anyone paying tuition to understand their school's refund policy and to consider protecting their investment with tuition insurance.

Key Points: 
  • As a result, it's a smart move for anyone paying tuition to understand their school's refund policy and to consider protecting their investment with tuition insurance.
  • The Top Three Reasons GradGuard's Tuition Insurance Is A Smart Decision:
    If the school does not provide a 100% refund Ask your school about their refund policy.
  • "GradGuard's tuition insurance provides affordable coverage up to 100% of the cost of college including student housing, tuition and academic charges," said Fees.
  • Visit GradGuard.com to use its college insurance search tool to find the insurance programs that are right for your college student or recommended by their college or university.

ACHA CEO, Dr. Devin Jopp, Announces Plans to Step Down

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Thursday, October 8, 2020
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SILVER SPRING, Md., Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Jopp announced today that he will step down as CEO of the American College Health Association (ACHA), effective November 16, 2020.

Key Points: 
  • SILVER SPRING, Md., Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Jopp announced today that he will step down as CEO of the American College Health Association (ACHA), effective November 16, 2020.
  • "The board is grateful for Dr. Jopp's incredible service to the association and our member institutions of higher education.
  • "As the Board President of ACHA, it's been an honor and pleasure working with Dr. Jopp.
  • We offer our gratitude and our congratulations as he begins his next chapter as CEO for the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology."

ACHA Releases New Guidelines on Reopening Campuses in the COVID-19 Era

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Friday, May 8, 2020
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SILVER SPRING, Md., May 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The American College Health Association (ACHA) announces the release of its new guidelines, Considerations for Reopening Institutions of Higher Education in the COVID-19 Era.

Key Points: 
  • SILVER SPRING, Md., May 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The American College Health Association (ACHA) announces the release of its new guidelines, Considerations for Reopening Institutions of Higher Education in the COVID-19 Era.
  • While physical distancing practices are currently in place on nearly all campuses, a second wave of infections may occur if campuses reopen in the coming months without being fully prepared.
  • The new guidelines, Considerations for Reopening Institutions of Higher Education in the COVID-19 Era, can be downloaded at https://www.acha.org/documents/resources/guidelines/ACHA_Considerations_... .An extensive list of additional ACHA resources and updates regarding the COVID-19 pandemic can also be found at https://www.acha.org/COVID-19 .
  • ACHA advocates for student health by integrating the critical role of college health into the mission of higher education.

ACHA Releases New Guidelines on Preparing for COVID-19

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Thursday, March 5, 2020
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SILVER SPRING, Md., March 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College Health Association (ACHA) announces the release of its new guidelines, Preparing for COVID-19.

Key Points: 
  • SILVER SPRING, Md., March 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College Health Association (ACHA) announces the release of its new guidelines, Preparing for COVID-19.
  • Prepared by the ACHA COVID-19 Task Force, these guidelines are designed to help college health and well-being health professionals and campus administrators prepare for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and related issues on their campuses.
  • These guidelines provide recommendations for the student health service (SHS), the campus itself, and members of the campus community.
  • ACHA advocates for student health by integrating the critical role of college health into the mission of higher education.

ACHA Releases New Guidelines on Providing HIV PrEP through College Health Programs

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Tuesday, February 12, 2019
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SILVER SPRING, Md., Feb. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College Health Association (ACHA) announces the release of its new guidelines, HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis.

Key Points: 
  • SILVER SPRING, Md., Feb. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College Health Association (ACHA) announces the release of its new guidelines, HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis.
  • Developed by the ACHA PrEP in College Health Task Force, these guidelines serve as a roadmap for college health services seeking to provide HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) as a means of preventing new HIV infections and as a resource to assist with front line implementation.
  • "ACHA believes the ongoing HIV epidemic is an urgent health priority and that college health centers can make a significant impact in the health of young adults by offering PrEP as a standard health care service," says Devin Jopp, EdD, Chief Executive Officer of ACHA.
  • "Our hope in creating the guidelines was to make it clear that offering HIV PrEP is an absolutely manageable service for any college health provider."