HEALTH ACTION ALLIANCE


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More frequent and extreme weather events pose increasing risks to employee health and business performance

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Despite the growing number of studies linking the planet's changing climate to an increase in physical and mental health issues, less than one in five business leaders feel fully prepared to address the long-term, climate-driven health risks facing their workforce, according to an analysis of existing research released today by the National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health (the Commission). The Commission's analysis brings to light the significant implications climate-related health risks can have on a business' people, operations, and performance – as well as the U.S. economy – as up to 84% of the value of S&P 500 companies is in human capital.

Key Points: 
  • Exposure to more frequent extreme heat, poor air quality and unprecedented weather events directly impacts physical and mental health and exacerbates underlying chronic conditions.
  • The Commission's analysis brings to light the significant implications climate-related health risks can have on a business' people, operations, and performance – as well as the U.S. economy – as up to 84% of the value of S&P 500 companies is in human capital.
  • In protecting the future health of our planet, we can't overlook the health vulnerabilities facing our workforce today.
  • To download a copy of Climate and Health: The Increasing Risks to Our People-Powered Economy and to learn more about the National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health visit ClimateHealthCommission.org .

Coalition of Leading U.S. Companies Reveals Joint Progress to Combat HIV Epidemic on Eve of World AIDS Day

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Washington, D.C., Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Congress debates potential deep cuts to federal funding for critical HIV programs on the eve of World AIDS Day, a growing number of leading private sector companies are stepping up to accelerate progress to end America’s ongoing HIV epidemic.

Key Points: 
  • Washington, D.C., Nov. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Congress debates potential deep cuts to federal funding for critical HIV programs on the eve of World AIDS Day, a growing number of leading private sector companies are stepping up to accelerate progress to end America’s ongoing HIV epidemic.
  • Forty businesses, anchored by several major employers and brands, have joined forces as part of U.S. Business Action to End HIV , a coalition of companies committed to ending the HIV epidemic in the U.S.
  • We are honored to do our part,” said Kevin Host, Senior Vice President of Pharmacy Operations at Walmart.
  • Over 1.2 million people in the United States are living with HIV, with nearly 35,000 new infections each year.

Business Leaders Speak Out for Mental Health Equity at Work

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In anticipation of World Mental Health Day on October 10, the Health Action Alliance (HAA) is thrilled to announce its second annual Mental Health Equity at Work Summit. This virtual event will take place on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at 2 pm ET / 11am PT. Top executives from prominent brands such as Mattel, Walmart, and Accenture, in addition to renowned mental health and diversity experts, will converge to explore the pivotal theme, "Breaking Barriers: Empowering Business Excellence through Mental Health Equity."

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In anticipation of World Mental Health Day on October 10, the Health Action Alliance (HAA) is thrilled to announce its second annual Mental Health Equity at Work Summit .
  • Top executives from prominent brands such as Mattel, Walmart, and Accenture, in addition to renowned mental health and diversity experts, will converge to explore the pivotal theme, "Breaking Barriers: Empowering Business Excellence through Mental Health Equity."
  • “Forward-thinking business leaders who address the mental health needs of a diverse workforce can elevate overall well-being for their entire team.”
    “When you focus on improving mental health for those with the greatest need, everyone wins,” said Mark SooHoo, Executive Director of Health Action Alliance.
  • “Business leaders have a unique opportunity to champion the well-being of their employees, closing gaps in equitable mental health access, and ultimately driving positive business outcomes within their organizations.”
    “Mental health equity, especially considering racial battle fatigue, is crucial for a thriving workplace.

Business and Health Leaders Take Action to Address Health Impacts of a Changing Climate

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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The World Health Organization cites the changing climate as the single biggest health threat facing the world.

Key Points: 
  • The World Health Organization cites the changing climate as the single biggest health threat facing the world.
  • Business leaders can take action to better support a climate-resilient workforce,” said Tracy Watts, Senior Partner and National Leader of U.S. Health Policy, Mercer.
  • Recognizing employers' role in creating collaborative solutions to address health challenges, the Commission will begin by recruiting top business leaders nationwide to study the climate-related trends and health risks employees and organizations face.
  • “By convening health and safety leaders, climate experts, business executives, economists, data experts, and more, the Commission will build greater awareness around the intersection of climate and health,” said SooHoo.

Business and Health Leaders Take Action to Address Health Impacts of a Changing Climate

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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The World Health Organization cites the changing climate as the single biggest health threat facing the world.

Key Points: 
  • The World Health Organization cites the changing climate as the single biggest health threat facing the world.
  • Business leaders can take action to better support a climate-resilient workforce,” said Tracy Watts, Senior Partner and National Leader of U.S. Health Policy, Mercer.
  • Recognizing employers' role in creating collaborative solutions to address health challenges, the Commission will begin by recruiting top business leaders nationwide to study the climate-related trends and health risks employees and organizations face.
  • “By convening health and safety leaders, climate experts, business executives, economists, data experts, and more, the Commission will build greater awareness around the intersection of climate and health,” said SooHoo.

National Employer Summit Calls Attention to Surging Mental Health Crisis Among Gen Z Workers

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In conjunction with Mental Health Awareness Month (May), the Health Action Alliance (HAA) hosted its highly-anticipated second annual Workplace Mental Health Action Summit on May 4, 2023 with over 1,000 attendees from across the nation in a virtual gathering to address "The Next Generation of Workplace Mental Health."

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In conjunction with Mental Health Awareness Month (May), the Health Action Alliance (HAA) hosted its highly-anticipated second annual Workplace Mental Health Action Summit on May 4, 2023 with over 1,000 attendees from across the nation in a virtual gathering to address "The Next Generation of Workplace Mental Health."
  • The event offered insights and solutions for businesses to deepen their commitment to mental health in the workplace.
  • The Summit was hosted in partnership with the Ad Council, the Huntsman Mental Health Institute, Mental Health Action Day and the National Safety Council, with additional support from the American Psychological Association and One Mind At Work.
  • The Summit was the official employer activation event for Mental Health Action Day (May 18), a movement powered by MTV that unites over 1,800 brands, nonprofits, and government agencies to take action on mental health.

Major Corporations Launch New Coalition to Help End HIV in the United States

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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Today on World AIDS Day, the Health Action Alliance and ViiV Healthcare announce the launch of U.S. Business Action to End HIV, a new coalition of businesses committed to accelerating progress to end HIV in the U.S. by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • Today on World AIDS Day, the Health Action Alliance and ViiV Healthcare announce the launch of U.S. Business Action to End HIV, a new coalition of businesses committed to accelerating progress to end HIV in the U.S. by 2030.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221201005283/en/
    The coalition launch is part of the White Houses World AIDS Day commemoration.
  • U.S. Business Action to End HIV formed in response to the National HIV/AIDS Strategy, which seeks to mobilize all sectors of society in a united response.
  • By harnessing the influence and expertise of the private sector, the coalition brings new momentum to an effort once thought impossible to end the HIV epidemic in the U.S. by 2030.

Corporate Leaders and Top Psychologists Share Proven Strategies for Advancing Mental Health Equity in the Workplace

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At a National Business Summit on Mental Health Equity hosted today, top business leaders and psychologists shared proven strategies to help employers improve mental health for all workers. Coming two weeks after U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy released a framework for workplace mental health and well-being, today's summit was designed for employers to ensure that workers from historically excluded communities and neurodivergent employees are set up to thrive alongside the rest of the workforce. The summit was co-hosted by the Health Action Alliance, the country's largest employer network operating at the intersection of business and public health, and the American Psychological Association.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At a National Business Summit on Mental Health Equity hosted today, top business leaders and psychologists shared proven strategies to help employers improve mental health for all workers.
  • When employers advance mental health equity, they strengthen their entire workplace mental health program.
  • "When employers take action to advance mental health equity, they strengthen their entire workplace mental health program," said Stephen Massey, Director of Health Action Alliance, and Co-Founder of Meteorite.
  • The new guide on forming mental health ERGs is part of a free suite of workplace mental health resources and toolkits for employers produced in partnership between Health Action Alliance, the Ad Council, Mental Health Action Day and One Mind.

Business and Public Health Leaders Call for Stronger Action on Workplace Mental Health

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Thursday, May 5, 2022
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NEW YORK, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan joined CDC Foundation President and CEO Judy Monroe, MD, and other top business and public health leaders today to detail solutions from corporate America capable of addressing the current crisis in workplace mental health, at the first-ever Workplace Mental Health Action Summit.

Key Points: 
  • Leading public health and business groups launch free Workplace Mental Health Playbook and Communications Tools to guide employer action.
  • The Workplace Mental Health Action Summit was a prelude to Mental Health Action Day on May 19, an open-source movement organized by MTV to drive culture from mental health awareness to mental health action.
  • "We're honored to be part of the Health Action Alliance and contribute to the Workplace Mental Health Action Summit by sharing and learning from our peers on how to center mental health within our workplace culture."
  • Mental Health Action Day is an open-source movement of brands, organizations and cultural leaders to drive culture from mental health awareness to mental health action.

'Workplace Mental Health Action Summit' on May 5 to Spotlight Companies' Innovative Actions on Employee Mental Health

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Thursday, April 28, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan and other business leaders will share their companies' innovative actions to support employee mental health at the Workplace Mental Health Action Summit, a virtual gathering on Thursday, May 5, co-hosted by Health Action Alliance and Mental Health Action Day, in partnership with the Ad Council, One Mind At Work, SHRM Foundation and the American Psychological Association. The event is expected to draw over 1,000 business leaders, human resource professionals, managers and experts to address one of the most pressing workplace issues in the aftermath of COVID-19.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan and other business leaders will share their companies' innovative actions to support employee mental health at the Workplace Mental Health Action Summit, a virtual gathering on Thursday, May 5, co-hosted by Health Action Alliance and Mental Health Action Day, in partnership with the Ad Council, One Mind At Work, SHRM Foundation and the American Psychological Association.
  • In the face of challenges around worker burnout, loneliness stemming from the pandemic, anxiety about a return to the office and other persistent mental health conditions, the Workplace Mental Health Action Summit will feature leading actions companies are taking to strengthen psychological safety at work, improve access to mental health benefits, and center equity in their mental health strategy.
  • The Workplace Mental Health Action Summit is a prelude to Mental Health Action Day on May 19, an open-source movement organized by MTV to drive culture from mental health awareness to mental health action.
  • Mental Health Action Day is an open-source movement of brands, organizations and cultural leaders to drive culture from mental health awareness to mental health action.