National Alliance

Urgent Alert: Flavored Tobacco Hooks Hispanic Youth into Nicotine's Grip

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a groundbreaking report titled "State and Local Policies to Reduce Flavored Tobacco Use: Reversing the Tobacco Tipping Point Among Hispanic Youth," a comprehensive analysis reveals the alarming increase in nicotine addiction among Hispanic youth due to the consumption of menthol cigarettes and other flavored tobacco and nicotine products, including e-cigarettes. The report was released by the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance).

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In a groundbreaking report titled "State and Local Policies to Reduce Flavored Tobacco Use: Reversing the Tobacco Tipping Point Among Hispanic Youth," a comprehensive analysis reveals the alarming increase in nicotine addiction among Hispanic youth due to the consumption of menthol cigarettes and other flavored tobacco and nicotine products, including e-cigarettes.
  • "For decades, the tobacco industry has used menthol and flavored products to deliberately hook and addict Hispanic and other targeted communities in a callous campaign to increase profit.
  • In the absence of White House action on menthol, the Alliance issued a report detailing the risk to Hispanic communities of menthol in tobacco and its role in rates of use among Hispanic youth, a tobacco tipping point.
  • This report serves as a crucial call to action for policymakers, educators, and community leaders to unite in the fight against the flavored tobacco epidemic plaguing Hispanic youth.

The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research Announces the Launch of the 2024 Outstanding CSR of the Year Competition

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research is pleased to commence the 2024 Outstanding CSR of the Year Competition.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research is pleased to commence the 2024 Outstanding CSR of the Year Competition.
  • Since 1991, this prestigious competition has celebrated the dedication and expertise of customer service representatives (CSRs) within the risk management and insurance sector.
  • In an era marked by economic turbulence and profound industry challenges, the caliber of a CSR's adaptability and resilience is ever more critical.
  • This competition is open to any insurance customer service representatives or those primarily responsible for customer service, irrespective of affiliation or professional designation.

The National Alliance Launches Allibot: A NEW Artificial Intelligence Learning Tool for HS Students Earning the CISR Designation

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research, a leader in risk management and insurance education, announces the release of Allibot, an advanced Artificial Intelligence educational tool developed for High School Students earning the CISR Designation.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research, a leader in risk management and insurance education, announces the release of Allibot, an advanced Artificial Intelligence educational tool developed for High School Students earning the CISR Designation.
  • Utilizing IBM Watson technology, Allibot serves as a sophisticated learning assistant designed to enhance students' understanding of the insurance industry as they work to earn the CISR Designation.
  • The Allibot prototype has been tested extensively, showing notable success in aligning with the high standards set for over 50 years by The National Alliance.
  • Plans are in place to make Allibot accessible to all dues-paying members of The National Alliance in Q2 of 2024.

Congress’ Current Failure to Enact PBM Reforms in Medicare and Medicaid is a Wasted Opportunity; Such Action Remains Must-Pass Legislation in 118th Congress

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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“In the current must-pass legislation, Congress’ failure to enact PBM reforms for Americans in Medicare and Medicaid and for their pharmacies is nothing short of a wasted opportunity – at a moment when time cannot be wasted.

Key Points: 
  • “In the current must-pass legislation, Congress’ failure to enact PBM reforms for Americans in Medicare and Medicaid and for their pharmacies is nothing short of a wasted opportunity – at a moment when time cannot be wasted.
  • “Congress demonstrated broad and strong bipartisan support for sound PBM reforms in Medicare and Medicaid.
  • “It is imperative that Congress enact these reforms soon in the 118th Congress.
  • We stand ready to support that effort because if ever there were must-pass legislation, PBM reforms in Medicare and Medicaid are it.”

NAMI Announces Award-Winning Communicator Ann Andrews Morris as Chief Communications and Marketing Officer

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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ARLINGTON, Va., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Alliance on Mental Illness ( NAMI ) welcomes Ann Andrews Morris as the new Chief Communications and Marketing Officer.

Key Points: 
  • ARLINGTON, Va., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Alliance on Mental Illness ( NAMI ) welcomes Ann Andrews Morris as the new Chief Communications and Marketing Officer.
  • With more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit communications and marketing leadership, Morris brings a wealth of expertise to NAMI.
  • In her role as CCMO, Morris will spearhead strategic communication and marketing initiatives to enhance and elevate NAMI's mission.
  • Morris is a recipient of 15 industry achievement awards for her outstanding work in strategic communications, marketing, and brand leadership.

NATIONAL SLEEP FOUNDATION SAYS TEENS' SLEEP HEALTH AND MENTAL HEALTH STRONGLY LINKED

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To kick off Sleep Awareness Week® 2024 (March 10-16), the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) released new findings from their annual Sleep in America® Poll. This year focused on exploring the important connection between sleep health and mental health in American teens. Results from this first-of-its-kind study in teens found that healthy sleep behaviors are closely linked to mental health in teens. In fact, nearly 80% of teens who earn a grade of 'B' or higher for practicing healthy sleep behaviors are also free of significant depressive symptoms.

Key Points: 
  • This year focused on exploring the important connection between sleep health and mental health in American teens.
  • Results from this first-of-its-kind study in teens found that healthy sleep behaviors are closely linked to mental health in teens.
  • Importantly, these results expand the base of knowledge about the connection between sleep health and mental health in the American public.
  • Also during Sleep Awareness Week 2024, NSF will be holding a Congressional Briefing entitled Sleep Health is Mental Health, on Wednesday, March 13.

National Alliance Reintroduces Daniela Finch Memorial Scholarship for High-Net-Worth Insurance Professionals

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research, a leading provider in insurance and risk management education, has collaborated with CIPC and MarketScout, a division of Novatae, to launch the Daniela Finch CPRM Memorial Scholarship .

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research, a leading provider in insurance and risk management education, has collaborated with CIPC and MarketScout, a division of Novatae, to launch the Daniela Finch CPRM Memorial Scholarship .
  • This initiative honors the late Daniela Finch, a trailblazer in the private client insurance sector and the former National Managing Director of Private Client Services at MarketScout.
  • The Daniela Finch Memorial Scholarship provides coverage for one CPRM course registration, offering professionals the chance to advance their expertise in serving high-net-worth clients.
  • Scholarship awardees will be contacted by The National Alliance scholarship team with further details on course registration.

Validation Institute Adds Keynote on GLP-1s, Lifestyle Strategies to Food as Medicine Strategy Summit, May 29-31, in Washington, D.C.

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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NEEDHAM, Mass., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Validation Institute announced the addition of a keynote session, "Winning the Obesity Battle: Unlocking the Powerful Integration of Lifestyle Strategies and GLP-1s," at its Food as Medicine Strategy Summit, May 29-31, in Washington, D.C. (https://www.FoodMedSummit.com).

Key Points: 
  • Yet, employers have major questions when it comes to GLP-1 coverage, particularly regarding cost, trade-offs, and how they factor into recruiting and retaining top talent," said Haritha Krishnarathnam, EVP of Strategy and Content, at Validation Institute.
  • The Food as Medicine Strategy Summit is focused on measuring evidence-based food programs to prevent chronic disease, personalize treatment, and mitigate food security issues to produce better health outcomes.
  • The Summit is co-located with The Healthcare Innovation Congress, thINc360, which also takes place May 29-31, at The Westin Washington, DC Downtown.
  • Prospective attendees and sponsors are encouraged to visit http://www.FoodMedSummit.com for more information.

XPRIZE WATER SCARCITY COMPETITION LAUNCHES TO UNLOCK THE ABUNDANCE OF EARTH'S SEAS AND OCEANS

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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ABU DHABI, UAE, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XPRIZE, the world's leader in designing and operating large-scale incentive competitions to solve humanity's grand challenges, today launches XPRIZE Water Scarcity. Made possible by a $150M investment from the Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative, this 5-year global competition, with a $119M total prize purse, is designed to drive widespread access to clean water by creating reliable, sustainable, and affordable seawater desalination solutions. Competing teams will aim to develop technologies that can responsibly expand access to the water contained in Earth's seas and oceans, positively impacting billions of people globally, and creating a world where clean water is more equitably available and sustainably abundant.

Key Points: 
  • ABU DHABI, UAE, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XPRIZE , the world's leader in designing and operating large-scale incentive competitions to solve humanity's grand challenges, today launches XPRIZE Water Scarcity.
  • With seas and oceans holding over 96% of Earth's water, seawater desalination has become an increasingly attractive option for providing reliable access to water for countries and communities around the world.
  • XPRIZE Water Scarcity is the first competition of its kind focused on disrupting desalination systems at this scale.
  • We're confident this prize will initiate a necessary step-change in desalination efforts to help address global water scarcity," said Lauren Greenlee, executive vice president of Food + Water + Waste, XPRIZE.

XPRIZE WATER SCARCITY COMPETITION LAUNCHES TO UNLOCK THE ABUNDANCE OF EARTH'S SEAS AND OCEANS

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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ABU DHABI, UAE, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XPRIZE, the world's leader in designing and operating large-scale incentive competitions to solve humanity's grand challenges, today launches XPRIZE Water Scarcity. Made possible by a $150M investment from the Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative, this 5-year global competition, with a $119M total prize purse, is designed to drive widespread access to clean water by creating reliable, sustainable, and affordable seawater desalination solutions. Competing teams will aim to develop technologies that can responsibly expand access to the water contained in Earth's seas and oceans, positively impacting billions of people globally, and creating a world where clean water is more equitably available and sustainably abundant.

Key Points: 
  • ABU DHABI, UAE, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- XPRIZE , the world's leader in designing and operating large-scale incentive competitions to solve humanity's grand challenges, today launches XPRIZE Water Scarcity.
  • With seas and oceans holding over 96% of Earth's water, seawater desalination has become an increasingly attractive option for providing reliable access to water for countries and communities around the world.
  • XPRIZE Water Scarcity is the first competition of its kind focused on disrupting desalination systems at this scale.
  • We're confident this prize will initiate a necessary step-change in desalination efforts to help address global water scarcity," said Lauren Greenlee, executive vice president of Food + Water + Waste, XPRIZE.