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Más que necesaria lectura. Sara Toledano Márquez, la importancia de la detección temprana y la prevención como bien defiendes. Todo lo que invirtamos en ese estadio, será un menor gasto a futuro. "Por tanto, más del 10% de los costes totales hospitalarios relativos a enfermedades mentales en España se dedican a atender a menores de 20 años, y este gasto ha crecido en más de un 500% desde 1.999 de nuevo con un aumento significativo desde el año 2012 y particularmente acusado en el periodo posterior a Covid-19. Además, se observa una preocupante evolución de los costes dedicados a la atención de chicas que suponen ya un 75% del coste total" Fundación Manantial Helena De Carlos José Antonio Luengo Latorre Diego Fernandez Baena Nuria Labari Occimorons Club de Malasmadres #saludmental #adolescentes #jóvenes #rrss

Health Reform and Advocacy... Is Saving Lives! Especially with the new approach by Waitlist Zero. Join us for an inspiring episode of Legacy Leaders Show featuring Elaine Perlman, a beacon of change in both the educational and healthcare sectors. Elaine's distinguished career spans over three decades in education, from enriching young minds in classrooms around the world to empowering educators at Teachers College, Columbia University. As the Director of the Columbia University Peace Corps Fellows Program, she has mentored scores of Jaffe Peace Corps Fellows, fostering a new era of impactful teaching in NYC public schools. Shifting gears from education to altruism, Elaine currently leads Waitlist Zero, driving pivotal campaigns such as the End Kidney Deaths Act and the Honor Our Living Donors Act. Her journey as a kidney donor and founder of several kidney donation support networks underscores her commitment to life-saving advocacy. Take advantage of this episode as Elaine shares insights from her journey of impacting education and organ donation advocacy. What are your thoughts on much-needed health advocacy and reform, especially around organ donation? Please share your perspective in the comment 👇🏻👇🏻 Discover how her leadership is paving the way for systemic changes that save lives and shape futures at one of the top global podcasts in leadership, entrepreneurship, and business 👇🏻👇🏻 #leadership #advocacy #healthcare #organdonation #savinglives  --------------------------------- Repost ♻️ if you found this useful FOLLOW us, "Drive for Five" for more valuable insight about organ donation!

Con gran entusiasmo, hoy anunciamos el lanzamiento de CyberGuardians, una iniciativa sin ánimo de lucro de Alto Intelligence.   Este proyecto ha sido realizado por investigadores y analistas de la firma de ciber-inteligencia y análisis de riesgos digitales, Alto Intelligence, con el inestimable apoyo del Dr. Manuel Carnero (MD, PhD) del Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Cirujano, Investigador del CNIC y Asesor Estadístico de diversas revistas médicas nacionales e internacionales.   Somos un proyecto sin ánimo de lucro dedicado a potenciar vidas digitales más sanas. Buscamos con este análisis mejorar el conocimiento sobre los efectos de la tecnología entre los más jóvenes favoreciendo una mayor colaboración entre padres, educadores, investigadores y responsables políticos en la defensa de niños y adolescentes contra los daños derivados del uso inadecuado o abusivo de las redes sociales y los medios digitales. Nuestros esfuerzos se han centrado en entender la situación actual para prevenir los daños que anticipamos se pueden producir por la proliferación de servicios basados en inteligencia artificial generativa.   La misión de este proyecto es doble: ampliar el conocimiento sobre este importante tema, así como impulsar acciones civiles y políticas para un cambio regulatorio que favorezca el bienestar mental de nuestras generaciones jóvenes en un entorno digital en constante evolución.   Todas las fuentes de datos utilizadas en este proyecto son públicas y las principales se detallan en el Anexo de este documento junto con la metodología y antecedentes científicos de este estudio.   Nuestra intención es promover que otras organizaciones en otros países realicen el mismo análisis con datos locales con el objetivo de entender hasta qué punto estamos sufriendo los efectos de un fenómeno global, por tanto, ofrecemos como ”Open Source” (Fuente Abierta) la metodología y los Scripts utilizados para la realización de los análisis contenidos en este estudio.   Agradeceríamos mucho vuestro apoyo a este proyecto, simplemente visitando nuestra página web así como firmando nuestra petición en Change (accesible vía la página web) para respaldar acciones a favor de vidas digitales más sanas.

Tune into my conversation with Wendy Goldberg, founder of the Benjamin Goldberg Foundation, as we discuss the healing arts in medicine and how we are advancing social prescribing initiatives in Hampton Roads to increase accessibility of the healing arts to children, caregivers, and communities. Check it out below 👇 #healingarts #interview #artsinmedicine #socialprescribing

¿Os acordáis de lo que hacíais el pasado viernes por la tarde? Yo si, junto con un grupo de personas de diversas profesiones – abogados, economistas, empresarios, investigadores, ingenieros, periodistas, etc., y, por supuesto, filósofos – estuvimos trabajando 💡 en cómo hacer un mundo más inclusivo ✅ a través de la #InteligenciaArtificial. En la Facultad de Derecho de la Universidad Complutense de Madrid, nos reunimos los investigadores del apasionante proyecto cAIre: “Cuidando a los grupos vulnerables a través de la gobernanza de la IA y una IA justa en el lugar de trabajo”. Un proyecto de OdiseIA , con financiación de la organización benéfica Google.org. Mi aportación, como os podéis imaginar, se centra en la aplicación ética 💙 de la Inteligencia Artificial. Junto con mis compañeras de grupo, Maite Sanz de Galdeano Arocena , Ana Aba Profesora Udc , Cecilia Celeste Danesi y Raquel Valle Escolano estamos convencidas de que la IA puede ser responsable, #inclusiva, diversa y #sostenible , y por ello trabajamos para que esto sea posible. Somos el dream team 🙌 🎯 Y creerme Thinkers, no son solo palabras, todos en este proyecto trabajamos proponiendo por acciones concretas. #Inclusion #AI #Responsable #Justicia #Transparencia #Diversidad

Dr. Ledet’s post reminded me of my mom’s recent experience with a nutritionist. My parents are Nigerian immigrants and lean heavily on a diet that consists of food from their native country. Their preference has always been to find primary care physicians who are Nigerian or immigrant (especially from Central or South America) because of their cultural understanding. Now that they live in a new state with lesser access to the doctors they’re used to, my mom, a retired nurse, has had to be a fierce advocate for herself when it comes to dietary suggestions. The nutritionist recommended smoothies and salads, foods my mom would never eat, and my mom had to explain that that won’t work and share what she does eat that consists of fruit and vegetables. When she told me all this, I was quite surprised, because her new doctor, and most of her team, is Black. What it reminded me is that being Black is not enough, when it comes to cultural competency: 1️⃣ We need to recognize our privileges and the influence of dominant culture in our recommendations. How many of us drink smoothies and eat salads? 2️⃣ We need to understand where patients are coming from, Black folk are not a monolith. 3️⃣ We need to shift from being paternalistic to being partners with patients. And this doesn’t just apply to healthcare, cultural competency is important in all industries, especially philanthropy and education where power dynamics are constantly at play. #Community #Education #STEM #OriSTEMkit #CulturalCompetency #philanthropy #healthcare

La prevención del suicidio debe estar presente siempre. Tenemos que poner atención a las señales de alerta: - Abuso de drogas y alcohol (u otras conductas autodestructivas) - Conductas autolesivas - Dormir muy poco o demasiado - Visitas o llamadas para despedirse - Conversaciones donde se expresa que se siente una carga para los demás - Aislamiento - Cambios de humor extremos - Evitación de actividades sociales - Hablar sobre maneras en que puede quitarse la vida Entre todos podemos prevenir el suicidio y acompañar a quienes MÁS lo necesitan.

DEMOCRACY AND EFFECTIVE COPRODUCTION I have a proposal for @alzheimerssoc @KateLeeCEO to improve Co-Production and Democracy in the Alzheimer’s Society Charity. The Board of Trustees should have at least 2 Representatives who are living with Dementia, one being a Carer. They should be Elected not appointed for the same length of time as the other Trustees. This is currently the process for the Representative for Staff and Volunteers. We are well aware of those that would be effective, experienced, intelligent, proactive and inspiring enough to take on the role. There are good Candidates who run the 3NDWG and we have Members who are Respected Authors. Chris and Jayne Robert’s are respected across Europe (for example only), with others who are also known Worldwide working with Organisations like the WHO. There is no shortage of inspiring, politically astute, willing and skilled applicants. @AlzSocResearch @CorinneMills15 @CapperColin @DementiaFriends I am of course making an assumption that Kate will still be in her job following a Disastrous, Worldwide Condemned (at ADI Conference), Dementia Care rule breaking, Alzheimer’s Society founding principles breaking, Dangerous, Anxiety/ Depression Causing, Suicide Provoking, Brand Destroying, Repetition Damaging and Very Expensive Advertising Campaign THE LONG GOODBYE. Lying that the Ad was Co-Produced was unforgivable, forcing people to have to make public statements to clarify that this was not the case. If rumours are anything to go by, it has been decided that the ‘buck has stopped at the top’, so who knows what is happening, but donated money being Crucial and now declining, how much worse can it get? Anyway who ever is now in charge of OUR Charity give this proposal some serious thought. As always the Alzheimer’s Society is behind the curve on this one and it’s a shame we have to make the suggestions, although it does show the value of Co-Production, but if you want to restore respect for the Charity this is perhaps one of the things that needs to be done! #MentalHealthMatters #Progress #CoProduction #Democracy #DementiaExpertise #Respect #Dignity #Transparency #LivedExperienceExpertise #Care

Gracias por compartir esta reflexión tan relevante, Maysoun Douas Maadi. Es realmente impactante ver cómo la percepción de actividad puede variar tanto entre generaciones. La preocupación por el incremento de los problemas de salud mental, como mencionas (+300% crecimiento en enfermedades mentales en menores de 20 años), es alarmante. Es interesante destacar lo que menciona el informe sobre la correlación entre el acceso a internet y la salud mental, especialmente en niños y adolescentes. Nunca había asociado las lesiones físicas de los niños (inversamente) con la adicción a dispositivos (las "maquinitas", como dice la abuela). Menos actividad física implica menos lesiones ;-) Definitivamente, este informe es una llamada de atención para todos nosotros, padres, educadores y responsables de la crianza y el desarrollo de niños y jóvenes. Es crucial entender cómo nuestro uso de internet puede afectar nuestra salud mental y tomar medidas para un uso responsable que respete nuestros momentos vitales y los de aquellos a quienes cuidamos. Gracias a CyberGuardians por compartir este informe tan importante. Sin duda, es una lectura que todos deberíamos considerar y discutir en nuestro entorno familiar y educativo.

“I want my patients to know that they can trust me because I have no intention whatsoever of abusing the perceived power dynamic between a physician and a patient.” Trust is the foundation of the physician-patient relationship. It’s essential that patients feel safe and respected when they come to us for care. The power dynamic inherent in this relationship can be daunting for many, especially those from marginalized communities who have historically faced discrimination and mistreatment in healthcare settings. As a physician, I am committed to breaking down these barriers. My goal is to create an environment where my patients feel empowered, heard, and valued. This means actively listening to their concerns, respecting their experiences, and involving them in their own healthcare decisions. It’s about partnership, not paternalism. I’ve learned that fostering this trust requires ongoing effort and genuine empathy. It involves acknowledging the power dynamics at play and making a conscious effort to level the field. By doing so, we can provide care that is not only effective but also equitable and compassionate. Here are a few principles I follow to build and maintain trust with my patients: 1. Active Listening: Truly hearing what patients are saying without interrupting or making assumptions. 2. Transparency: Being open about diagnoses, treatment options, and potential outcomes. 3. Respect: Valuing patients’ input and respecting their autonomy in decision-making. 4. Empathy: Understanding and validating patients’ feelings and experiences. 5. Advocacy: Standing up for patients’ needs and rights within the healthcare system. Building trust is not a one-time effort but a continuous commitment to ethical, respectful, and empathetic care. It’s about creating a safe space where patients feel confident that their well-being is the top priority. Many people ask how they can support the work that I am doing. My unequivocal answer is to follow The 15 White Coats on all social media platforms, visit our website at www.15wc.org, and make a tax-deductible donation to our organization. You can also purchase a sweatshirt to support The 15 White Coats. Please tell your friends about our nonprofit, which is dedicated to diversifying healthcare through scholarships. The best part is that none of us as leaders get paid, and all of us are minority physicians! #PatientTrust #CulturalCompetence #HealthEquity #BlackMenInMedicine #DiversityInHealthcare #PatientCare #InclusiveHealthcare #RepresentationMatters #15WhiteCoats #SupportDiversity #Nonprofit #Scholarships