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B.C. takes action to save lives, build new connections to care with decriminalization

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Monday, January 30, 2023
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's decriminalization of people who use drugs comes into effect on January 31, 2023.

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  • 's decriminalization of people who use drugs comes into effect on January 31, 2023.
  • will not be subject to criminal charges if they possess a small amount of certain illegal drugs for personal use.
  • Given the increasingly toxic drug supply – using alone can be fatal," said Jennifer Whiteside, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions.
  • government has been urgently working to build a comprehensive and seamless system of mental health and addictions care that works for all British Columbians.

Shatterproof Partners with Crisis Text Line to Support People Struggling with Addiction

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Thursday, January 12, 2023
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January is Mental Wellness Month which is why Shatterproof, a leading nonprofit dedicated to reversing the nation’s addiction crisis, is kicking off a year-long partnership with Crisis Text Line.

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  • January is Mental Wellness Month which is why Shatterproof, a leading nonprofit dedicated to reversing the nation’s addiction crisis, is kicking off a year-long partnership with Crisis Text Line.
  • A national nonprofit organization, Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7, high-quality text-based mental health support and crisis intervention in both English and Spanish.
  • Through this partnership, a person who is in recovery or struggling with a substance use disorder can text “SHATTERPROOF” to 741741 to reach a trained Crisis Text Line volunteer Crisis Counselor.
  • Crisis Text Line is the only national nonprofit text service for crisis intervention and mental health support available in Spanish and without translators.

Obesity-focused Organizations Issue Statement in Support of New AAP Clinical Guideline on Childhood Obesity

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Friday, January 13, 2023
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On Jan. 9, 2023, AAP published its first clinical practice guideline on the treatment of childhood obesity, replacing recommendations last made in 2007.

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  • On Jan. 9, 2023, AAP published its first clinical practice guideline on the treatment of childhood obesity, replacing recommendations last made in 2007.
  • TOS and OAC support the evidence-based view of obesity presented in the guideline.
  • The Obesity Society's Pediatric Obesity Treatment Task Force emphasizes that pediatric obesity is a disease.
  • The Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to elevating and empowering individuals affected by obesity through education, advocacy and support.

Boston Beer's TeaPot Launches Merchandise Collaboration with Peace Collective

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Monday, December 12, 2022
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BOSTON, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Boston Beer Company, Inc. (NYSE: SAM), maker of iconic, high-quality brands such as Samuel Adams, Truly Hard Seltzer and Twisted Tea, today unveiled the 'Stop the Stigma' merchandise collaboration between TeaPot, Boston Beer's new line of cannabis-infused iced teas, and Peace Collective, a Canadian lifestyle apparel brand. Net proceeds from the merchandise go directly to Pardons Canada, a national non-profit that assists individuals with criminal convictions to obtain pardons, record suspensions, U.S. entry waivers and file destructions.

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  • BOSTON, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Boston Beer Company, Inc. (NYSE: SAM), maker of iconic, high-quality brands such as Samuel Adams, Truly Hard Seltzer and Twisted Tea, today unveiled the 'Stop the Stigma' merchandise collaboration between TeaPot , Boston Beer's new line of cannabis-infused iced teas, and Peace Collective , a Canadian lifestyle apparel brand.
  • The Stop the Stigma capsule collection features limited edition co-branded merchandise, including a hoodie, a t-shirt and a tote bag with TeaPot and Peace Collective tags.
  • "Peace Collective was created to capture cultural sentiment and give back, and the Stop the Stigma collection reflects society's readiness to leave behind cannabis misconceptions," said Roman Hessary, head of growth at Peace Collective.
  • For more information, please visit our investor relations website at www.bostonbeer.com , which includes links to all our respective brand websites.

HOUSING WORKS ANNOUNCES "ENDING THE EPIDEMIC" PRIORITIES TO COMMEMORATE WORLD AIDS DAY

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Friday, December 2, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Housing Works , a NYC non-profit organization that provides advocacy, support and lifesaving services to those impacted by homelessness and HIV/AIDS, announced its list of priorities for Ending the Epidemic to commemorate World AIDS Day 2022 at a press conference at AIDS Memorial Park in Manhattan on Thursday.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Housing Works , a NYC non-profit organization that provides advocacy, support and lifesaving services to those impacted by homelessness and HIV/AIDS, announced its list of priorities for Ending the Epidemic to commemorate World AIDS Day 2022 at a press conference at AIDS Memorial Park in Manhattan on Thursday.
  • The proclamation of the "Ending the Epidemic" goals reflect Housing Works ongoing fight against the challenges posed by: homelessness and housing instability, food insecurity, lack of employment, stigma; and other factors that make it harder for the community to access HIV testing, prevention, and care.
  • Housing Works is a healing community of people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS.
  • For more information about Housing Works visit housingworks.org .

Statement from the Minister of Health and Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health on World AIDS Day and Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 1, 2022 /CNW/ - December 1 marks World AIDS Day and the beginning of Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week .

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Dec. 1, 2022 /CNW/ - December 1 marks World AIDS Day and the beginning of Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week .
  • The themes of this year's World AIDS Day, "Equalize", and Indigenous AIDS Awareness Week, "One Vision, Many Paths", serve as reminders that there are still significant inequalities holding back progress in ending the AIDS epidemic.
  • We must keep working together toward further incorporating traditional knowledge and culturally safe practices into our HIV health care approaches.
  • Through these measures, Canada supports the global goal of ending HIV and AIDS as a public health concern by 2030.

Global Syphilis Testing Market Report to 2028 - Increasing Government Funding or Investments on STD Testing is Driving Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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The "Global Syphilis Testing Market Size, Share & Industry Trends Analysis Report By Type, By Location of Testing testing), By Regional Outlook and Forecast, 2022 - 2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Global Syphilis Testing Market Size, Share & Industry Trends Analysis Report By Type, By Location of Testing testing), By Regional Outlook and Forecast, 2022 - 2028" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The Global Syphilis Testing Market size is expected to reach $1.5 billion by 2028, rising at a market growth of 5.6% CAGR during the forecast period.
  • The early phase of syphilis is the concealed, or latent, stage, during which the patient is unaffected.
  • Utilizing the social media platforms and the various campaigns by the NGO and various authorities are making people aware about the Syphilis testing market.

Elix’s Cycle Balance Is Found Clinically Effective for 15 Different Symptoms

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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In Q1 2022, Elix completed its first Institutional Review Board (IRB)-approved independent clinical trial to formally evaluate if Cycle Balance formulas provided relief from menstrual symptoms and resulted in a reduced need for OTC pain medication.

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  • In Q1 2022, Elix completed its first Institutional Review Board (IRB)-approved independent clinical trial to formally evaluate if Cycle Balance formulas provided relief from menstrual symptoms and resulted in a reduced need for OTC pain medication.
  • The trial took place over three months and consisted of 65 participants between the ages of 18-36.
  • Participants were provided with their own tailored blend of Cycle Balance, were instructed on how to take it, and completed monthly surveys before, during, and after the three month trial period to track changes in their symptoms.
  • We at Elix are thrilled that the trial demonstrates how Cycle Balance herbal medicine supports menstrual symptoms holistically.

Counslr and Schlam Stone & Dolan Partner to Offer 24/7 Text-Based Mental Health Support to Attorneys

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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Counslr , a platform providing unlimited access to text-based mental health support with licensed counselors via mobile app, announced today its partnership with Schlam Stone & Dolan to better support the mental health of attorneys at the firm.

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  • Counslr , a platform providing unlimited access to text-based mental health support with licensed counselors via mobile app, announced today its partnership with Schlam Stone & Dolan to better support the mental health of attorneys at the firm.
  • We are thrilled to offer Counslr to our team, said Jeffrey Eilender Co-Managing Partner at Schlam Stone & Dolan.
  • Counslr is the only mental health support app offering truly unlimited access to licensed mental health counselors around the clock, that is completely free for participating members.
  • Counslr , a 24/7 text-based mental health support platform, enables users to engage in unlimited live text sessions with licensed mental health professionals from the convenience of their mobile phone.

Vivery Is Named Winner of the 21st Annual Chicago Innovation Awards

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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CHICAGO, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Vivery from the Thierer Family Foundation, the organization helping nonprofits increase their impact through technology, has been named one of the winners of the annual Chicago Innovation Awards. From 365 organizations nominated, 21 winners were announced at this year's event held at Morgan Manufacturing on Nov. 16. The coveted awards program recognizes the Chicago area's most innovative new products or services brought to market each year. 

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  • From 365 organizations nominated, 21 winners were announced at this year's event held at Morgan Manufacturing on Nov. 16.
  • The coveted awards program recognizes the Chicago area's most innovative new products or services brought to market each year.
  • And that is exactly what we are experiencing both in Chicago and across the US, with food insecurity being at an all-time high.
  • It's a great honor that Vivery has been named as a winner of this year's Chicago Innovation Awards as a tool for food banks and pantries, helping to bridge the technology gap and equalize access to food."