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Statement by the State Health Commissioner Dr. Mary T. Bassett On #PrideMonth 2022

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ALBANY, N.Y. (July 1, 2022) – “With Pride Month ending, I want New Yorkers to know that our dedication to promoting and protecting the health, well-being and human rights of members of our LGBTQ+ community is more important. My job – and that of all public servants – is to uphold our State’s national leadership in preserving diversity and equality for every New Yorker, with dignity and respect. We are making significant progress, but much remains to be done. By studying the health challenges facing lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and gender incompatible New Yorkers, we will design and develop programsRead News

Knox County Health Clinic Receives $2.1 Million Grant

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ROCKLAND — Knox County Health Clinic will receive $2.1 million in federal aid to establish a Federally Qualified Health Center. The money will support the renovation of the existing space and the construction of new medical and dental surgeries. Democratic Congresswoman Chellie Pingree of North Haven made the announcement on Friday, July 1. The $2.1 million is part of more than $31.6 million for Maine’s first district in fiscal year 2023. “After more than a decade, Congress last year finally restored the authority to directly fund the needs of our constituents. The millions of dollars coming back to Maine inRead News

Oregon health officials postpone meeting because ‘Emergency is a value of white supremacy’

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A second public health official cited the work of antiracist educator Tema Okun after several people on the thread objected. Robby Soave | 2/7/22 4:28 PM Oregon Health Authority officials say the urgency is “a white supremacy.” (Robert Kneschke | Dreamstime.com) The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is a government agency that coordinates medical care and social well-being in Beaver State. During the pandemic, OHA was responsible for coordinating the Oregon vaccine driver and disseminating information about COVID-19 – both vital tasks. The office of the Agency for Equity and Inclusion, however, prefers not to rush the government’s business. In fact,Read News

New Virginia Accounts in Place May Make UVA Health Accounts More Affordable

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CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) – Some new laws are officially in place in Virginia, and some may have a direct impact on UVA Health. This could mean more affordable healthcare in the Commonwealth. The general assembly is making hospitals more transparent. “Healthcare is important to everyone, but especially here in our community,” said 57th District Delegate Sally Hudson. Hudson sits on the health committee for the general assembly. “We’ve had a lot of big problems with medical debt collection for many years,” Hudson said. She says those problems were happening right at UVA Health. This goes back to 2019, when patientsRead News

Myths about abortion and women’s mental health are rife, experts say

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(CNN) It’s an unfounded message that experts say is repeated again: Having an abortion can harm a woman’s mental health, perhaps for years. “There is so much misinformation, so many myths about abortion. Abortion will lead to substance abuse, depression, suicidal thoughts; abortion is bad for your health; every woman will regret it,” said social psychologist Brenda Major , distinguished professor emeritus. in the department of psychological and brain sciences at the University of California, Santa Barbara. In reality, decades of research have shown “the vast majority of women feel they have made the right choice, and do not experienceRead News

‘Morgan’s Message’ for mental health is focus at Dynasty Elite club’s Family Night – PhillyLacrosse.com | PhillyLacrosse.com

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By Chris GoldbergPhillylacrosse.com, Published 7/2/22 Olivia Samkavitz believes that the stigma of admitting as an athlete that you need support or help for your mental health is beginning to change. “I think people were always afraid to talk about (mental health) because so many felt they would think you were not strong enough,” said the 2024 defender, who plays club for Dynasty Elite. “People only focused on physical strength in sports. “But it is being talked about more. It came up with (gymnastics superstar) Simone Biles, and as more athletes have become publicly known about it, I think the messageRead News

Inmates of Arizona, advocates advocate for changes in the health care system

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An Arizona inmate who suffered from mental illness was pepper sprayed more than 40 times over an eight-month period. Sometimes the cops would shut him down twice in one day. Another inmate told the court that he was encouraged by prison officials to self-harm. A young woman who once enjoyed playing basketball now lies nearly paralyzed in a prison infirmary after medical staff failed to diagnose her with multiple sclerosis for years. A trial that brought out these and other shocking statements led U.S. District Court Judge Roslyn Silver to rule Thursday that health care in Arizona prisons is so poor it violatesRead News

Delaware Department of Public Health Recognized as a Master of Healthy People by 2030 – State of Delaware News

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Read news on coronavirus in Delaware. More information DOVER, DE (July 1, 2022) – The Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) is pleased to be recognized by the Office of Disease Control and Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) in the The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is a Personal Health 2030 champion. As the Healthy People 2030 Champion, DPH has expressed a commitment to helping achieve the Healthy 2030 vision of a society where everyone can achieve their full potential for health and well -being in the course of their lives. The ODPHP represents the DPH asRead News

Health Memory System wins marketing awards | News, sports, work

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Staff Reports MARIETTA – The Memorial Health System has received several health marketing awards. This year, the marketing department received three gold, one silver, three bronze and one merit from the Aster Awards and the 39th Annual Healthcare Ad Awards. “Our marketing team and other professionals are committed to providing high quality, effective communication,” said Jennifer Offenberger, associate vice president for Service Excellence. “It’s rewarding to see their work earn awards when measured against some of the industry’s best. It’s also rewarding because the work that they do directly affects public awareness and knowledge of health services and information forRead News

UVM Health Network is requesting a double-digit rate increase, citing inflation and pandemic pressures

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Citing more than $110 million in inflation-related costs, the state’s largest healthcare network is asking Vermont regulators for double-digit increases in rates for private insurance services in the next fiscal year. If Green Mountain Care Board regulators fully approve the University of Vermont Health Network’s budget request, privately insured consumers could see drastic increases in their premiums next year. “There is no doubt that this is the most challenging financial position we have experienced in my 20 years of healthcare,” Rick Vincent, the health network’s chief financial officer, said in a written statement on Friday. The network is asking regulatorsRead News

The state department of health is urging residents to leave the fireworks to the professionals

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The Emergency Department is No Place to Celebrate the Fourth of July Firework-Related Injuries Led to 15,600 Emergency Department Visits in the U.S. in 2020 ALBANY, NY (June 30, 2022) – Every Fourth of July, fireworks are responsible for many cases of eye and ear damage, burns, puncture wounds, and permanent scarring. For this reason, the New York State Department of Health urged New Yorkers today to celebrate Independence Day safely using only legal sparkly devices and leaving professionals other types of illegal fireworks in New York. “The Fourth of July celebrations are for spending time with family and friends,Read News

The state revokes, suspends licenses, certificates, and registrations of healthcare providers | Washington State Department of Health

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For immediate release: July 1, 2022 (22-098) Contact: Sharon Moysiuk, Communications 360-549-6471 Public Questions: Customer Service Customer Service 360-236-4700 OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health has revoked or suspended the licenses, certificates, or registration of incoming health care providers in our state. The ministry also immediately suspended the certificates of people banned from working in some states. The Health Quality Assurance Department works with boards, committees and advisory committees to set licensing requirements for more than 80 healthcare professionals (e.g., dentists, nurses, nurses propose). Information on disciplinary action against physicians and assistant physicians can be found on theRead News

A new mental health law comes into force

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Georgia’s new mental health equality law comes into force on Friday, July 1st. Under the new state law, Georgia health insurers must cover mental health treatment at the same level as it covers physical illnesses. “Parity enters immediately,” Rep. Todd Jones, R-South Forsyth, said on the start date of the new July 1 law. Jones, along with Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver, D-Decatur, co-sponsored the omnibus bill in the state House of Representatives earlier this year. “Georgia families hope to have a greater opportunity to receive the treatment they are entitled to,” Oliver said of the change introduced by the newRead News

Office of the Governor | Governor Murphy Signs Protection Laws on Reproductive Health Care and Foreigners Seek Reproductive Care in New Jersey.

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TRENTON – With abortion expected to become illegal or heavily restricted in about half of all states now that the US Supreme Court has struck down Roe v. Wade, Governor Phil Murphy today signed two bills to protect people who receive and provide reproductive health care services in New Jersey. “While others across the country repeal a woman’s right to reproductive freedom, New Jersey will continue to uphold this fundamental right in our state,” said Governor Murphy. “By strengthening protections against potential repercussions for both healthcare professionals and patients, we are sending a message to all who seek or provideRead News

California first to cover health care for all immigrants

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California on Thursday became the first state to guarantee free health care to all low-income immigrants living illegally in the country, a move that will provide coverage to an additional 764,000 people at a possible cost of about $ 2.7 billion a year. Governor Gavin Newsom signed an operating budget of $ 307.9 billion, committing to making all low-income adults eligible for the state’s Medicaid program by 2024, regardless of their immigration status. It is a long-sought victory for health and immigration activists who have been calling for change for more than a decade. Nationwide, federal, and state governments areRead News

Media: Health professionals cite need for alertness, prompt attention like many well-known monkeypox cases in the country

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The Minnesota Department of Health identified additional cases of monkey virus in Minnesota residents today, out of a total of six cases. All cases are identified among adults living in the Twin Cities area. Everyone who has had cases to date (including home travel) has had a travel history or direct contact with a recent traveler, but health officials hope that cases of community spread could be identified early, as other areas outside Minnesota noted dispersal. within their communities. None of the Minnesotans who have cases are currently in the hospital and are all receiving medical care and recovering. WhileRead News

The decision Roe v. Wade has concerned mental health professionals

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PINECREST, Florida – Following the Supreme Court’s decision to drop Roe v. Wade, mental health experts report increased patient anxiety. “I have several young adult women who are my clients and they come away very distraught, disappointed about what this means for their future. If something happens, what happens to the dreams they have for themselves,” said Dr. Rachna Buxani-Mirpuri, licensed mental health counselor and owner of Buxani Counseling Services. Buxani-Mirpuri says it’s important to validate what people are feeling and reassure them that the situation is fickle and could easily change over time. When it comes to heart health,Read News

Mayor Scott provides an update on the 9-1-1 Diversion Behavioral Health pilot program and plans for expansion

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Announces launch of public dashboard to increase information, access, and transparency BALTIMORE, MD. (Thursday, June 30, 2022) -Today, behavioral health professionals and Mayor Brandon M. Scott have teamed up with health, clinical and community experts to provide updates on the 9-1- 1 Diversion Behavioral Health Pilot launched in June 2021 and share plans to expand the program. Baltimore has served as a national leader as an authority, working to divert some 9-1-1 calls to community partners and health professionals. When 9-1-1 callers identify a call as appropriate for diverting they transfer the call to the Here2Help line, a mental healthRead News

A state committee is holding a hearing on youth mental health

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Members of the Illinois State Senate Mental Health and Behavioral Committee gathered Thursday morning in Chicago to hear numerous reports from experts about the mental health and well-being challenges facing local young people. In recent years, schools and mental health clinics have documented how the COVID-19 pandemic, gun violence, widespread use of social media among children and more have contributed to higher rates of depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation among adolescents throughout the country. country. The issues have also affected Evanston youth, and administrators at Evanston Township High School have spoken at board meetings in recent months about the needRead News

A ‘mental health overhaul’ for Cal State Long Beach

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The COVID-19 pandemic only increased Fidel Vasquez’s interest in mental health. A third-year student at California State University, Long Beach, Vasquez graduated high school in the spring of 2020 and started college – remotely – that fall. “I wanted to be involved in mental health, in terms of being a student during the pandemic,” Vasquez said. “I didn’t feel like a university student, and I didn’t feel connected to my campus.” Vasquez is now involved in the university’s “mental health overhaul”, a new strategic plan entitled “Healthy Living at the Beach” which includes over 60 mental health initiatives to beRead News

Supreme Court ruling on abortion sparks health tech Cambridge Analytica moment

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In 2018, the tech industry found itself in the hard spotlight amid a scandal involving a company called Cambridge Analytica, which had collected and used data from millions of Facebook users, apparently without their consent. It resulted in a public outcry, Congressional hearings, a $ 5 billion fine, and permanently altered the discourse on how social media companies use data. In the wake of a Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade, health data privacy is getting its Cambridge Analytica moment. With viral calls to eliminate period tracking apps and fears that medical records could be used to prosecuteRead News

2022 Global Health Security Conference – United States Department of State

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I am so grateful for the opportunity to speak with this group. I would like to thank Singapore for hosting the conference and for its leadership on these issues – from developing innovative policies and practices to strengthen urban health security… to the critical role Senior Minister Shanmugaratnam played in leading the panel at the G20 high level on financing for pandemic preparedness. We live in a different world from 2019, when the first Global Health Security Conference took place. Still, looking back at the results of that first conference in Sydney, it’s striking how much this community of expertsRead News

The state disciplines health care providers Washington State Department of Health

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Contact: Sharon Moysiuk, Communications 360-549-6471 Public Inquiries: Health Systems Customer Service 360-236-4700 OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health has imposed sanctions or sanctions on the following health care providers in our state. The Department of Health Systems Quality Assurance Division works with boards, commissions, and steering committees to limit the licensing of more than 80 health workers (for example, dentists, nurses, counselors). Information about the penalty imposed on doctors and paramedics can be found on the Washington Medical Commission (WMC) website. Questions regarding WMC discipline can be directed to media@wmc.wa.gov. Clallam County Information about health care providers isRead News

Saint Francis completes 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment

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Saint Francis Healthcare System recently completed the 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) and the results are now available for review. A CHNA must be held every three years by non-profit hospitals to meet federal tax exemption requirements under the Affordable Care Act. Following the CHNA, the health system should adopt an implementation strategy to address the community health needs identified through the assessment. The ultimate goal of CHNA is to improve the health of the community. Primary and secondary surveys were carried out over several months. The primary survey included six focus groups in the four counties targeted inRead News

Senior Health Coordinator – Jordan

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The Syrian crisis is often described as the worst personal tragedy since the end of the Cold War. Today, 13.4 million people in Syria – more than half of the country’s population – are in need of humanitarian assistance for the growing needs of the economy. Of these children, 6.8 million are refugees and asylum seekers who have fled the country. This is not a temporary personal event. The devastating effects of human suffering on a large number of people will last for decades. Deterioration of relationships, community, livelihoods, housing and infrastructure will take years to repair. The IRC providesRead News

FACT SHEET: Health Department leaders join Biden Administration’s commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030

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The health sector takes steps to protect public health and reduce costs Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that 61 of the largest US hospital and health sector companies have complied with the government’s Health Sector Climate Pledge and committed to the greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030. new pledges represent more than 650 hospitals and thousands of other providers across the country, and include plans to strengthen resilience to climate change, protect public health and reduce costs. The health care sector accounts for 8.5% of U.S. emissions, so these bold pledges advance President Biden’s goal of reducing national greenhouseRead News

Support the team’s mental health after a violent news event

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After such recent violent incidents in Laguna Woods, Buffalo, and Uvalde, mental health was all affected. Even if you are not physically present, the trauma is still real. Combined with the constant news cycle and the tendency to doomscroll on social media, this can cause stress and anxiety. Violence and trauma Violence causes trauma and toxic stress, which are factors that contribute to mental health conditions. All is not magically removed when we’re working. The author, founder and CEO of nonprofit driving cultural change around workplace mental health, offers five ways for managers and leaders to support their people andRead News

Five Citizen Volunteers Receive Appointments to Douglas County Health Board as Alternates – Douglas County

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The voice of citizens at the Douglas County Board of Health is now even stronger. At their June 28 business meeting, the County Board of Commissioners appointed five alternate members of the Board of Health who can vote on decisions of the Douglas County Health Department in the absence of the board member of health for which they have been designated as a substitute. Alternate terms coincide with the member of the Board of Health they represent. Are named: Donald Parrot, of Parker, is the alternate to health board chair Doug Benevento. For 10 years of his career, Mr. ParrotRead News