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Advocates, experts call for action on steps of Capitol on Black Maternal Health Advocacy Day

BATON ROUGE — Black maternal health experts and advocates gathered on the steps of the State Capitol on Wednesday morning as a part of Black Maternal Health Week. The event, held on Black Maternal Health Advocacy Day, was designed to "bring statewide …

 “We Can’t Shrink From The Fight”: Black Maternal Health Advocates On The Crisis—And The Hope—Driving Change

When Dr. Faith Ohuoba, a board-certified OB-GYN in Houston, Texas, noticed swelling in her legs after delivering her baby via C-section, she trusted her instincts. Her blood pressure had spiked to a deadly 200/120—yet her doctor ignored her concerns. …

Solicitor ‘transforms’ into mental health advocate after being sacked for sick day fun

Sky News host James Macpherson discusses a solicitor who lost their job for taking mental health leave to go on an interstate footy trip. “When the commission found he lied to his employer and deserved to be sacked well Mitchell Fuller transformed himself …

Black maternal health advocates call for change at Louisville symposium

'I wasn't heard' | Black maternal health advocates call for change at Louisville symposium

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Black women are more likely to die during child birth or soon after, and advocates for Black maternal health say there are a number of reasons why, including a lack of support from medical providers when mothers express concerns. …

Erin and Ben Napier Surprise Family Health Advocate Who Throws Baby Showers for Community with Home Makeover

Erin and Ben Napier are paying it forward for a beloved community advocate in the Home Town Takeover finale! In the season finale on Sunday, April 13, the 39-year-old designer and the 41-year-old woodworker meet Aisha, a family health advocate who is …

Men's health advocate to begin women's health forums alongside fellow cancer survivor

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The creator of the 'Men Fighting for Health' forum introduces a new series of talks alongside on Monday. Two-time cancer survivor Joe Ayers has hosted his forum, 'Men Fighting for Health', for nearly 10 years. The …

The Trump Administration Is Trying to Disappear a Long-Established Medical Practice. And Doctors Are Already Helping.

Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. For Khai Devon, fulfilling his longtime goal of finally getting top surgery is as pragmatic as it is aspirational. Devon …

Mental health advocate, 2 sons die in train collision, one by suicide

Christopher Cramp was a familiar and admired face in Bristol Borough, Pennsylvania, where he served the local homeless population and saved special affection for those dealing with mental health issues. That’s because Cramp had faced similar struggles …

BOOST: LASAM, Save the Children Target Zero-Dose Children in Lagos

The Lagos State Accountability Mechanism for Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health and Nutrition (LASAM) has reaffirmed its commitment to bridging the immunization gap among children in Lagos State by participating in a crucial one-day advocacy …

BC Health Coalition urges province to end contract with U.S. owner of LifeLabs

VICTORIA — A public health advocacy group is urging the British Columbia government to end a contract with an American company that owns LifeLabs, the province's main provider of outpatient lab services. VICTORIA — A public health advocacy group is …

Regis University Announces 2025 Commencement Speakers: Donald Mares and Chief Justice Monica Márquez

Commencement ceremonies scheduled for May 3 and 4, with graduate students honored Saturday and undergraduates on Sunday DENVER – Regis University is proud to announce two distinguished leaders as keynote speakers for its 2025 Commencement ceremonies. …

West Michigan man to walk across Scotland to support mental health

Empowered Trail Foundation promotes mental health healing through nature and conversation. LOWELL, Mich. — No one walks the trail alone.  That's Chris Farnham's message, as a founder and trail lead for the Empowered Trail Foundation.  Created last …

B.C. Health Coalition urges province to end contract with U.S. owner of LifeLabs

A public health advocacy group is urging the B.C. government to end its contract with the American company that owns LifeLabs, the province's main provider of outpatient lab services. The B.C. Health Coalition has issued an open letter asking Premier …

Starry blues

Bollywood celebs who took a break after mental health issues B-Town has become more open about mental health issues. In fact, several actors have placed their mental health first and no hesitated to take a break when they needed to. Here are some actors …

Planned Parenthood cuts denounced by state officials, advocates

A group of state lawmakers and maternal health advocates joined Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz and Connecticut U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal in Hartford this morning to demand that federal government officials reverse recently announced $1.8 million …

What retailers should know about consumers taking GLP-1s for weight loss

The study also reflects that those taking the medications for weight loss only are significantly more interested in products that offer key nutrients such as: Fortified with vitamins and nutrients (75%) High protein or protein fortified (74%) Gut health …

The scary but lifesaving truth about Latinas and breast cancer

Last year, at 39 years old, I learned I had dense breasts. It was information told to me almost in passing as I received my first mammogram and ultrasound. What it meant and how it could affect me was not communicated to me; I learned about it the hard way …

The prime minister’s secret podcast strategists

The podcast company associated with the satirical news publication Betoota Advocate has been quietly contracted to run an election podcast strategy for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on behalf of the Labor Party, the ABC can exclusively reveal. A Labor …

Autism Acceptance Month Shines at Jay Nolan's Vibrant 'Picnic in the Park' Celebration

Families with children with disabilities enjoyed a day of fun, community, and support thanks to local sponsors and Jay Nolan Community Services LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Sunday, April 13, 2025, Jay …

Clean Remedies Lowers Tincture Prices to Make Wellness More Accessible

Clean Remedies, a wellness company known for its THC and CBD-infused products, has announced a recent price reduction across its line of oils and tinctures. AVON, OH, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Clean Remedies, a …

Hashimoto’s Disease and Other Thyroid Disorders: Treatment Program at Patients Medical

Hashimoto’s Disease: Comprehensive new program combines advanced thyroid testing, holistic care, and personalized hormone therapy for long-term results. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patients Medical Unveils …

Naples Soccer Academy Launches Summer of Strength Program for Female Youth Athletes

In total, the program includes 29 gym-based training sessions and 10 field-based technical sessions, for a total of 39 high-impact sessions NAPLES, FL, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Naples Soccer Academy (NSA), a club- …

Understanding Dental Insurance Coverage: Preventative, Basic, and Major Services Explained

HOUMA, LA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dental insurance continues to play an essential role in making oral healthcare more accessible and affordable across a broad population. From routine checkups to complex procedures, …

York Funding’s Peter Aytug and Rhea Stathatos Fund Development of 40,000 sq. ft. Factory in Bolivar, TN Industrial Park

New manufacturing facility contributing to job creation, technology innovation, and industry growth in Tennessee, is being financed by York Funding. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- There is excitement and …

Growth Potential Consulting Honors Community Commitment Through Local Sponsorships

Jennifer L. Smith reaffirms her commitment to community impact through sponsorships supporting autism acceptance and student achievement. PRINCETON, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In celebration of its long-standing …

Empowering Local Chemists: A Call to Strengthen the Backbone of Community Healthcare

There are several individual medical stores that remain unorganized and lack proper training, support, service quality, & strategies to attract new customers. AHMEDABAD, GUJARAT, INDIA, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- There are several …

Beckerman Women’s Health Introduces Alma TED™ for Needle-Free Hair Restoration

Beckerman Women’s Health offers Alma TED™, a needle-free, pain-free treatment to restore hair growth and improve scalp health. ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hair loss is a widespread concern affecting …

New CDC Report Shows Higher Autism Rates and Highlights Complicated Challenges of Accurate Diagnosis

Expert Available for Interview WALNUT CREEK, CA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) yesterday released the 2025 Community Report on Autism. It found that 1 in 31 children in …

Exokinetics Launches Project ELEVATE Mobility Foundation -- Empowering Those in Need of Mobility Solutions

PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Exokinetics, a leading mobility technology company and manufacturer of the groundbreaking Zeen mobility device, has officially launched its affiliate charitable foundation, …

Comfort Keepers Partners with Healthcare Providers to Enhance In-Home Care and Improve Client Outcomes

SHREWSBURY, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Comfort Keepers of Central New Jersey, a leading provider of in-home care services, is proud to announce its strategic partnerships with local healthcare providers to improve the …

Comfort Keepers Collaborates with Social Workers to Provide Specialized In-Home Care for Veterans

PITMAN, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Comfort Keepers in Southern New Jersey, a trusted provider of in-home care services, is pleased to announce an important collaboration with local social workers to enhance care for …

Darwin Fitness offers Specialized Senior Training Program to Fight Osteoporosis & Improve Bone Density in Orlando FL

Darwin Fitness, Greater Orlando’s #1 private gym specialist in geriatric fitness, coaches older adults with specific bone health goals. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For seniors in the Orlando FL area seeking a …

Velatura Unveils Consent Manager+ with J&B Medical

First-of-its-kind AI-driven consent management platform empowers patients, clinicians, and administrators NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Velatura Public Benefit Corporation (Velatura), the country’s premier …

Generation Digital Expands into Canada to Power AI-Driven Collaboration and Productivity

Launching June 2025, Generation Digital brings AI-led collaboration tools to Canada, helping businesses boost productivity and performance. TORONTO, CANADA, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Generation Digital, the UK-based technology consultancy and …

EON Tennessee Celebrates Grand Opening in Franklin, TN with Cutting-Edge EON® Fat Reduction Technology

Revolutionizing Fat Reduction with the World’s First FDA-Cleared Robotic Touchless Laser Device FRANKLIN, TN, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EON Tennessee is thrilled to announce its grand opening in Franklin, TN, bringing …

VisionMed Launches Breakthrough AI Video Analysis Technology for Medical Procedure Note Generation

VisionMed debuts EMMA™, an AI-driven surgical documentation tool, entering commercial launch with select flagship hospitals. CHARLESTON, SC, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- VisionMed (www.visionmed.us), a pioneer in medical …

New AI meA groundbreaking machine learning technique, Counterfactual

GA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A novel approach called Counterfactual Synthetic Minority Oversampling Technique (SMOTE) has been developed to tackle the persistent issue of imbalanced data in healthcare. Traditional …

Dr. Gregory Duhon, MD, Featured in Influential New Article on Channeling Stress into Elite Performance

A recent article featuring Dr. Gregory Duhon, MD, highlights how mindset and discipline can turn pressure into a path to peak performance. METAIRIE, LA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A newly published article in Influence …