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Sharecare to participate in 41st Annual Canaccord Genuity Growth Conference

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Monday, July 26, 2021
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ATLANTA, July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Sharecare (Nasdaq: SHCR), the digital health company that helps people manage all their health in one place, today announced that Jeff Arnold, co-founder, chairman and CEO, and Justin Ferrero, president and CFO, will participate in the 41st Annual Canaccord Genuity Growth Conference, including a presentation on Thursday, August 12, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. E.T.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Sharecare (Nasdaq: SHCR), the digital health company that helps people manage all their health in one place, today announced that Jeff Arnold, co-founder, chairman and CEO, and Justin Ferrero, president and CFO, will participate in the 41st Annual Canaccord Genuity Growth Conference, including a presentation on Thursday, August 12, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. E.T.
  • The webcast link will be available online at https://investors.sharecare.com/news-and-events/events-and-presentations .
  • Sharecare is the leading digital health company that helps people no matter where they are in their health journey unify and manage all their health in one place.
  • Driven by our philosophy that we are all together better, at Sharecare, we are committed to supporting each individual through the lens of their personal health and making high-quality care more accessible and affordable for everyone.

In New Planet Classroom Show Youth Creators SHINE a Light on Global Challenges Post COVID19

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Monday, July 26, 2021
Disability, Mental health, Positive psychology, Social constructionism, Articles

NEW YORK, July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Every one of us has been impacted by COVID19 in one way or another.

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  • NEW YORK, July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Every one of us has been impacted by COVID19 in one way or another.
  • As we are released from the grasp that the virus has had on us, returning to a normal life may not be the way it used to be.
  • Mental health, community effort, inner-peace, and equality are only just a few of the topics that our young creators discuss.
  • "I think we need to focus more on the mental health of our world's students," says British Director Camilla Hall.

Accelerate360's Lifetogo Announces Partnership With The Mental Health Coalition, New Line Of Immunity-Boosting Gummies

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Psychiatry, Mind, Self, Mental health, Disability, Positive psychology, Social constructionism, Social stigma, Mental disorder, New Freedom Commission on Mental Health, Mental health care in the Philippines

The partnership with The Mental Health Coalition kicks-off as the world approaches The World Health Organization's Self Care Day, Saturday, July 24.

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  • The partnership with The Mental Health Coalition kicks-off as the world approaches The World Health Organization's Self Care Day, Saturday, July 24.
  • LifeToGo will have a dedicated landing page with content, resources and information about The Mental Health Coalition, its members and programs.
  • For more information, visit accelerate360.com
    About The Mental Health Coalition:
    The Mental Health Coalition ( www.thementalhealthcoalition.org ) is a coalition of the Nation's leading mental health organizations, brands, and individuals who have joined forces to end the debilitating stigma surrounding mental health and to change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.
  • We will not relent until mental health is no longer associated with stigma, shame or judgement and all people feel empowered to openly discuss and address their individual mental health needs.

IndeVets Expands to Detroit, Michigan

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
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PHILADELPHIA, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Veterinarian staffing agency IndeVets announces that its expanding operations to Detroit, Michigan, bringing its innovative, flexible approach west.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Veterinarian staffing agency IndeVets announces that its expanding operations to Detroit, Michigan, bringing its innovative, flexible approach west.
  • IndeVets are fulltime employees who enjoy flexible hours and placements, competitive pay and benefits, all of which improves quality of life, including mental health.
  • We're hiring now in the area and looking to build the IndeVets' story with doctors looking to create happier and healthier futures."
  • Together, IndeVets' doctors and hospital partners are making the world of veterinary medicine a better, happier place.

British employees’ uncertainty about return-to-workplace plans contributing to declining mental health

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Mental health, Consulting, Health, Professional services, Human resources, Disability, Mental health, Positive psychology, Social constructionism, Workplace, Articles

LifeWorks, a leading provider of technology-enabled total wellbeing solutions, today released its monthly Mental Health Index™ report, revealing a negative mental-health score among Britons for the 15th consecutive month. The Mental Health Index™ score in June reached -10.9 compared to the pre-pandemic benchmark, which is the highest point since the inception of the index in April 2020 when the mental-health score was -13.8.

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  • These groups also reported the lowest mental health scores (-17.5 and -18.6, respectively) when compared to employees stating their employers plan is clear.
  • It is critical that organisations continue to prioritize mental health and employee wellbeing, while also proactively communicating the mental health resources available to employees to ease the transition back to the physical workplace.
  • In June 2021, the research found that those who report being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 have the most favourable mental health score (-8.8).
  • The Mental Health Index is published monthly, beginning April 2020, and compares against benchmark data collected in 2017, 2018, 2019.

As Youth Return to Classrooms, MHA Analysis Finds Vast Majority of States Unprepared to Address Youth Mental Health Crisis; Calls for More Education, Supports, and Services in Schools

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Mental health, Health, Disability, Positive psychology, Social constructionism, Mind, Psychiatry, Mental health first aid, Mental health care in the Philippines

The analysis finds that mental health education in schools is only required in a handful of states and most states do not meet recommended ratios for school mental health personnel.

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  • The analysis finds that mental health education in schools is only required in a handful of states and most states do not meet recommended ratios for school mental health personnel.
  • It also finds that only 14 states are fully using Medicaid to fund mental health services in schools, a practice that increases accessibility and promotes equity.
  • Of the states that do have policies involving school-based mental health, the report finds those regulations are weak and not fully enforced.
  • The report, Addressing the Youth Mental Health Crisis: The Urgent Need for More Education, Services, and Supports ,serves as a call to action for policymakers, school administrators, students, and other mental health advocates to address the lack of education, supports, and services in schools, particularly in light of the current national crisis in youth mental health.

Nobu: A Mental Health App that Provides Everything You Need to Explore Your Thoughts, Emotions and Mental Health Goals.

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Psychiatry, Self, Mind, Mental health, Abnormal psychology, Psychiatric diagnosis, Positive psychology, Social constructionism, Mental disorder, Recovery model, Health, Services for mental disorders

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for mental health resources became even more urgent.

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  • In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for mental health resources became even more urgent.
  • Left untreated, mental health symptoms can negatively impact nearly all aspects of a person's life.
  • Nobu will help more people to get the help they need to take good care of their mental health, regardless of where they live.
  • Advanced Recovery Systems (ARS) is an integrated behavioral health care management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse and mental health conditions.

Spectrum Center becomes Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED™

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
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CHARLOTTE,N.C.and ATLANTA, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Hornets Sports & Entertainment and Sharecare (Nasdaq: SHCR), the digital health company that helps people manage all their health in one place, today announced that Spectrum Center has successfully become Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED.

Key Points: 
  • CHARLOTTE,N.C.and ATLANTA, July 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Hornets Sports & Entertainment and Sharecare (Nasdaq: SHCR), the digital health company that helps people manage all their health in one place, today announced that Spectrum Center has successfully become Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED.
  • Spectrum Center is the first arena in North Carolina and just the second in the NBA to achieve Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED status.
  • "Becoming Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED is one more way we can show our commitment to protecting the health and safety of our guests, players, performers, team members, and anyone who visits Spectrum Center," said Hornets Sports & Entertainment executive vice president & Spectrum Center general manager Donna Julian.
  • In order to achieve the designation, Spectrum Center utilized the Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED platform and process to confirm adherence to more than 140 expert-validated standards across more than 600 checkpoints, including health and hygiene protocols, air and water management, the attendee experience, and health safety communication with patrons and employees.

#HalfTheStory And Unplug Collaborative Join Forces For The Global Day Of Unplugging On August 7

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Positive psychology, Spirituality, Meditation, Health, Mind–body interventions, Buddhist meditation, Articles, Mindfulness, Plum Village Tradition, Mental health, Well-being

Spearheaded by Gen-Z mental health advocate and #HalfTheStory founder, Larissa May , Global Day of Unplugging aims to tacklethe intersection between technology and emotional wellbeing.

Key Points: 
  • Spearheaded by Gen-Z mental health advocate and #HalfTheStory founder, Larissa May , Global Day of Unplugging aims to tacklethe intersection between technology and emotional wellbeing.
  • #HalfTheStory has also partnered with a number of notable organizations to support Global Day of Unplugging and spread the message of mindfulness.
  • Unplug Collaborative is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that organizes the global awareness campaign, National Day of Unplugging (established 2009).
  • They aim to make tech-free experiences meaningful and accessible to all through the social impact initiative, Unplug for a Cause.

For the First Time a Mental Health Professional Wins America's Favorite Trainer Award; Signaling Importance of Mental Wellness

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Psychiatry, Mind, Psychology, Disability, Mental health, Positive psychology, Social constructionism, Mental disorder

This reflects the tremendous impact of the pandemic on mental health over the past year, and the transformative role mental health professionals are playing in people's lives.

Key Points: 
  • This reflects the tremendous impact of the pandemic on mental health over the past year, and the transformative role mental health professionals are playing in people's lives.
  • I'm the only personal trainer in the world to have a Master's degree from UPenn in Positive Psychology.
  • "BurnAlong extends our congratulations and gratitude to Darlene Marshall and the America's Favorite Trainer category winners," says Daniel Freedman, co-CEO of BurnAlong.
  • During the pandemic, the number of those experiencing mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression, increased to nearly 40 percent in 2020.