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New Multinational Health Equity Data Unlocks Intersection of Community Insights, Unmet Needs and Business Impact to Achieve Health Equity

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new global health equity data report released today by Omnicom PR Group (OPRG) finds widespread lack of trust in healthcare systems among non-white, LGBTQAI+ and immigrant communities and that a clear majority report experiencing explicit discrimination when seeking healthcare.

Key Points: 
  • Survey data shows that 62% of all respondents report experiencing explicit discrimination when seeking healthcare and 77% reported a lack of trust in health systems.
  • The data also shows that explicit discrimination, lack of trust and the digital divide are more pronounced among non-white, LGBTQAI+ and immigrant communities.
  • This data will inform academic curricular, intersectoral initiatives and business strategies that help advance health equity."
  • Topline data also shows – at the community level – gender, race/ethnicity, LGBTQIA+ and immigration status are palpable social determinants of health equity, and lived experiences differ among specific communities and countries.

NJ poll finds residents' wellbeing, demographics shape perceptions of health inequities

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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PRINCETON, N.J., Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In New Jersey–one the healthiest, wealthiest, most diverse states–residents with greater privilege and access to opportunities not only lead healthier lives but also are less likely to acknowledge that systemic factors including racism and discrimination contribute to poor health.

Key Points: 
  • A recent poll among about 2,500 New Jerseyans by the Eagleton Center for Public Interest Polling at Rutgers University for the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) reveals significant differences in perceptions of health equity.
  • Unjust and unfair policies, practices, and norms underlie every aspect of society, enabling health inequities to persist despite medical advancements," said Maisha Simmons, RWJF's senior director of New Jersey grantmaking.
  • The poll results will guide RWJF's work in its home state to raise awareness of the roles that racism, discrimination, and social and environmental health factors play in achieving and perceiving health equity.
  • Perceptions differ along demographic lines on the role of individual-level and societal factors on health.

Bonetti Appointed Co-Chair for NJ Bar Cannabis Subcommittee

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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Bonetti will help create programming and provide education and resources to members on the issues facing the burgeoning area of cannabis law in New Jersey.

Key Points: 
  • Bonetti will help create programming and provide education and resources to members on the issues facing the burgeoning area of cannabis law in New Jersey.
  • Bonetti is a familiar voice in cannabis law.
  • She is a contributing author to Health Care and the Business of Cannabis published by the American Health Law Association.
  • Bonetti is an associate in Cooper Levensons Healthcare and Cannabis Law practice groups.

Bruce Binkowitz Joins Arcutis as Vice President of Biometrics

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Monday, August 23, 2021
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WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Aug. 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARQT), a late-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing meaningful innovations to address the urgent needs of patients living with immune-mediated dermatological diseases and conditions, or immuno-dermatology, today announced that Bruce Binkowitz has joined as Vice President of Biometrics.

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  • WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif., Aug. 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARQT), a late-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing meaningful innovations to address the urgent needs of patients living with immune-mediated dermatological diseases and conditions, or immuno-dermatology, today announced that Bruce Binkowitz has joined as Vice President of Biometrics.
  • We are pleased to welcome Bruce to Arcutis.
  • Arcutis is making a real difference by advancing novel treatments for serious skin disorders where little progress has been made in decades, Dr. Binkowitz said.
  • Most recently, Dr. Binkowitz was the Vice President of Biometrics at Shionogi, Inc., after spending over 30 years at Merck and Co.He has worked across all phases of drug development and across many therapeutic areas including dermatology, oncology, respiratory, metabolism/diabetes, cardiovascular and ophthalmology.

Adam Doyno, Executive Director at CUNY SPH Foundation, Named to NYNMedia Nonprofit 40 Under 40

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Thursday, April 29, 2021
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b'NEW YORK, April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Adam Doyno, Executive Director of the CUNY SPH Foundation and Director of Development for the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy, has been named to NYNMedia Nonprofit 40 Under 40 Class of 2021.\nDoyno was celebrated as a nonprofit leader at the Nonprofit 40 Under 40 Virtual Reception taking place on Wednesday, April 28, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • b'NEW YORK, April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Adam Doyno, Executive Director of the CUNY SPH Foundation and Director of Development for the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy, has been named to NYNMedia Nonprofit 40 Under 40 Class of 2021.\nDoyno was celebrated as a nonprofit leader at the Nonprofit 40 Under 40 Virtual Reception taking place on Wednesday, April 28, 2021.
  • "Adam designed the Foundation to deliver on our shared vision for social justice and improved health outcomes for all.
  • His leadership and partnership have placed us on a growth trajectory to improve public health through innovations in workforce preparedness, new domains of study and food security for CUNY SPH students and their communities.
  • Located in Harlem, CUNY SPH is the top-ranked public school of public health in New York City, New York State, and the tristate region.

Matthew F. Bruno Invited to Rutgers School of Public Health's Dean's Leadership Council

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Thursday, September 24, 2020
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FLORHAM PARK, N.J., Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Matthew F. Bruno , an associate in the New Jersey office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP , has been invited to join Rutgers School of Public Health's Dean's Leadership Council (DLC).

Key Points: 
  • FLORHAM PARK, N.J., Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Matthew F. Bruno , an associate in the New Jersey office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP , has been invited to join Rutgers School of Public Health's Dean's Leadership Council (DLC).
  • DLC members provide feedback, leadership, and guidance to the Dean of the Rutgers School of Public Health; serve as ambassadors for the School; and cultivate philanthropic relationships on the School.
  • Bruno focuses his practice on complex commercial litigation, white collar investigations, class action defense, consumer fraud, and business disputes.
  • If you are interested in learning more about the Rutgers School of Public Health or how you can make an impact, reach out to Matthew Bruno at [email protected] .

Boston University and Sharecare to launch next-generation index this year to dynamically measure and improve well-being in America

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Monday, July 15, 2019
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The Community Well-Being Index (CWI) from SPH and Sharecare will contextualize the critical impact that environment has on one's access to health resources, readiness to change and overall health risk.

Key Points: 
  • The Community Well-Being Index (CWI) from SPH and Sharecare will contextualize the critical impact that environment has on one's access to health resources, readiness to change and overall health risk.
  • Collectively, the multi-dimensional layering and analysis SPH and Sharecare are formulating for the CWI will result in the most expansive, diversified and dynamic well-being index in the industry.
  • Founded in 1976, the Boston University School of Public Health is one of the top five ranked private schools of public health in the world.
  • Sharecare is the digital health company that helps people manage all their health in one place.