American Association of Suicidology

Rashawn Ray, National Expert on Racial and Social Inequity, Joins the American Institutes for Research to Lead the AIR Equity Initiative

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Ray, currently a professor of sociology at the University of Maryland, College Park, will join AIR in February as vice president and managing director of the AIR Equity Initiative .

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  • Ray, currently a professor of sociology at the University of Maryland, College Park, will join AIR in February as vice president and managing director of the AIR Equity Initiative .
  • Launched in 2021, the AIR Equity Initiative is a five-year, $100M+ investment in behavioral and social science research and technical assistance to address the underlying causes of systemic inequities and to increase opportunities for people and communities.
  • “Rashawn’s experience, expertise, and commitment to increasing opportunities and creating safe and just communities through research and collaboration are well aligned with the goals of the AIR Equity Initiative,” said David Myers , AIR’s CEO.
  • Ray earned his bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of Memphis and a master’s degree and Ph.D. in sociology from Indiana University.

Modern Health Furthers Its Clinical Excellence with the Addition of Clinical & Scientific Advisors

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Modern Health, a leading workplace mental health platform supporting enterprises globally, today introduced its Clinical & Scientific Advisors as it continues to provide a world-class clinical experience for its members around the globe. This group of highly accomplished experts were hand-picked to challenge thinking and provide insights and learnings that Modern Health can integrate into its mental health platform.

Key Points: 
  • This group of highly accomplished experts were hand-picked to challenge thinking and provide insights and learnings that Modern Health can integrate into its mental health platform.
  • The involvement of Clinical & Scientific Advisors is critical for providing excellent clinical support to every community.
  • Our advisors will bring their clinical and scientific expertise to further elevate our offerings and platform," said Alyson Watson, founder and CEO of Modern Health.
  • The inaugural Clinical & Scientific Advisors include:
    Dr. Lanny Berman, PhD - Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.

Didi Hirsch Announces Acquisition of Teen-to-Teen Peer Support Line, Teen Line

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

LOS ANGELES, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services (Didi Hirsch), home of the nation's premier Suicide Prevention Center and a leading provider of whole-person mental health and crisis care, announces its acquisition of Teen Line, the leading global teen-to-teen peer support line and youth-centered mental health organization.

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  • LOS ANGELES, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services (Didi Hirsch), home of the nation's premier Suicide Prevention Center and a leading provider of whole-person mental health and crisis care, announces its acquisition of Teen Line, the leading global teen-to-teen peer support line and youth-centered mental health organization.
  • Teen Line volunteers responded remotely during the pandemic and partnered with Didi Hirsch to supplement services during an influx of calls and during their after hours.
  • "Teen Line has been at the forefront of mental health advocacy and change by providing a safe, anonymous space for vulnerable youth," said Lyn Morris, CEO of Didi Hirsch.
  • Teen Line is open every night from 6-10 PM PST at 800-852-8336 or by texting "teen" to 839863 between 6-9 PM PST.

CRN Recognizes Three Wire Systems on 2022 Solution Provider 500 List

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Friday, June 10, 2022

FALLS CHURCH, Va., June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Three Wire Systems, LLC, today announced that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Three Wire Systems (Three Wire) to its 2022 Solution Provider 500 list.

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  • FALLS CHURCH, Va., June 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Three Wire Systems, LLC, today announced that CRN , a brand of The Channel Company , has named Three Wire Systems (Three Wire) to its 2022 Solution Provider 500 list.
  • CRN's annual Solution Provider 500 ranks North America's largest solution providers by revenue and serves as the gold standard for recognizing some of the channel's most successful companies.
  • The CRN Solution Provider 500 list serves as the benchmark for top-performing technology integrators, strategic service providers, and IT consultants, which makes it a valuable resource for technology vendors looking to partner with today's best-of-breed IT solution providers.
  • CRN's 2022 Solution Provider 500 list is available online at http://www.CRN.com/SP500 and a sample from the list will be featured in the June issue of CRN Magazine.

Free Retreats For Montana Military Through Mighty Oaks Foundation

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022

WISE RIVER, Mont., May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mighty Oaks Warriors Programs is offering two free retreats for active military, veterans, and first responders at the Freedom Ranch for Horses in Wise River, Montana, July 6-11 and July 20-25.

Key Points: 
  • Mighty Oaks Warriors Programs is offering two free retreats for active military, veterans, and first responders at the Freedom Ranch for Horses in Wise River, Montana, July 6-11 and July 20-25.
  • WISE RIVER, Mont., May 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mighty Oaks Warriors Programs is offering two free retreats for active military, veterans, and first responders at the Freedom Ranch for Horses in Wise River, Montana, July 6-11 and July 20-25.
  • Mighty Oaks National Programs Director Branden Kunath says, "Our main goal is to help Montana vets.
  • A faith-based organization, Mighty Oaks has been expanding its programs from its California headquarters to other states, including Ohio, Texas, and Virginia.

Insights on the Medical Isolation Gowns Global Market to 2028 - Increasing Investment by Market Players Presents Opportunities - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022

The "Medical Isolation Gowns Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Medical Isolation Gowns Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Key factors such as increasing awareness regarding hospital-acquired infections and rising emergency procedures drive the growth of the global medical isolation gowns market.
  • Save and reduce time carrying out entry-level research by identifying the growth, size, leading players and segments in the Medical Isolation Gowns market.
  • Scrutinize in-depth global market trends and outlook coupled with the factors driving the market, as well as those hindering it.

Three Wire Systems, LLC welcomes Chief Technology Officer

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Thursday, February 10, 2022

FALLS CHURCH, Va., Feb.10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Three Wire Systems is pleased to announce the addition of James Ebeler as Chief Technology Officer for the organization.

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  • FALLS CHURCH, Va., Feb.10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Three Wire Systems is pleased to announce the addition of James Ebeler as Chief Technology Officer for the organization.
  • Prior to joining Three Wire, Ebeler was the Chief Technology Officer for the Department of Defense at IronBow Technologies and within the US Army.
  • Ebeler has specific expertise as a technical leader for establishing policy, guidance, planning and functional advocacy to create organizational technology roadmaps.
  • Founded in 2006, Three Wire Systems, LLC (Three Wire) is the trusted source for government agencies and military organizations looking to modernize with innovative and efficient technology solutions.

Cook Center for Human Connection Partners with American Federation of Teachers’ Share My Lesson Platform to Offer Student Mental Health Lessons

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Thursday, January 20, 2022

The Cook Center for Human Connection today announced a partnership with the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Share My Lesson platform to make the new teen mental health animated series and extension lessons available for free to 1.9 million educators.

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  • The Cook Center for Human Connection today announced a partnership with the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Share My Lesson platform to make the new teen mental health animated series and extension lessons available for free to 1.9 million educators.
  • Surgeon General recently declared youth mental health is an urgent national public health crisis.
  • Stories can break down the stigma of talking about mental health needs and thoughts of suicide.
  • The AFTs Share My Lesson platform currently has 1.9 million members across the United States.

SAVE RELEASES 2020 US SUICIDE DATA SHEET AND IS NEW HOST TO ANNUAL INFORMATION

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Monday, January 10, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SAVE (Suicide Awareness Voices of Education) released the US Suicide 2020 Data Sheet and announced that the organization has become home to the annually released national, state and regional summary data sheets and slides.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SAVE (Suicide Awareness Voices of Education) released the US Suicide 2020 Data Sheet and announced that the organization has become home to the annually released national, state and regional summary data sheets and slides.
  • As the annual suicide data becomes available each year from the National Center for Health Statistics, Drs McIntosh and Drapeau have created smart, easy to use data sheets and slide decks for use by the public, media and those involved in the suicide prevention community.
  • "The data sheets have become an integral and foundational component of every suicide prevention organization's work," said suicide prevention expert and Executive Director of SAVE Dr. Dan Reidenberg.
  • We are also excited that SAVE, with its outstanding reputation in suicide prevention and education, is providing a central location at which these data resources may be found."

AAS Awards Beacon Health Options With National Crisis Accreditation, Necessary to Operate 988 Answer Point, Ensure Best Practices

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

The American Association of Suicidology has accredited Beacon Health Options for crisis programs, which confirms the behavioral health services company is delivering quality services in operating national crisis lines.

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  • The American Association of Suicidology has accredited Beacon Health Options for crisis programs, which confirms the behavioral health services company is delivering quality services in operating national crisis lines.
  • AAS is especially proud to be part of the official 988 accreditation, said Dr. Adam Walsh, Interim Executive Director of AAS.
  • Beacon, responsible for crisis lines in six states, is one of a handful of health insurers to have earned the designation.
  • Beacon Health Options is a leading behavioral health services company serving one out of six people across all 50 states.