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Explore the role of geriatric care managers and how they can assist in managing the complex needs of aging loved ones. Learn about their services, from coordinating care to providing support and advocacy, ensuring a higher quality of life for seniors and peace of mind for families. https://buff.ly/3YJwAv5

Today on #WorldBrainDay2024 join the discussion surrounding awareness, prevention, advocacy, education, and access for #BrainHealthandPrevention as we empower individuals to seek care for optimal brain health. Learn more from the World Federation of Neurology at https://lnkd.in/dQiTq4FU

While crucial for low-income families, WIC's procurement practices may inadvertently drive up formula prices for others. Reform is needed to ensure market resilience and equitable access to infant nutrition. The Federal Trade Commission’s report on the infant formula market highlights how programs like WIC contribute to market concentration, posing risks of supply disruptions. Despite WIC's cost-effectiveness and positive impact on low-income families, there are unintended consequences. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gk5TrGK2 Join Groundwork Ohio, Ohio Department of Health, Ohio Child Care Resource and Referral Association (OCCRRA), Ohio Association of Foodbanks, and Share Our Strength for a virtual conversation about how Ohio can help support healthy nutrition strategies for children, even in the face of challenges like the formula market. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eh822csC

Systemic gaps and enduring inequalities often render pregnant women and their children invisible in policymaking, which falls short of the biblical vision for community flourishing. Scripture consistently calls for care of marginalized women and children, reflecting God’s special concern for them. Dr. Emilie Cunningham highlights that her advocacy in maternal health is an extension of her faith, a way to practice her beliefs and connect her values to her actions. This faith-driven commitment challenges us to consider who is left out of our systems of care today and how they can be brought back in. By honoring maternal health, we respect the dignity of mothers and children and foster healthy communities. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eu-5FsKp

I am thrilled to announce that tomorrow I will publish an insightful article on the critical role of social workers in senior living communities, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Whether you're part of the Baby Boomer generation, have aging loved ones, or work in the senior care industry, this piece is a must-read! Why You Should Read It: Discover how social workers provide residents with essential emotional, social, and advocacy support. Learn about the challenges faced by Directors of Nursing who often juggle dual roles, managing both clinical and social responsibilities. Understand why having dedicated social workers can significantly enhance the quality of life for vulnerable residents. Stay tuned and make sure to check it out! You won't want to miss these important insights.

Colorado is the 10th healthiest state in the US, with an obesity rate of 25.1% (3rd lowest) and a 5.7% (2nd lowest) rate of cardiovascular complications. Passionate nonprofit work helped create these results, and continues to push for more ⬇ Since 2013, Healthier Colorado has pressed for statewide policy to advance CO's physical, mental, and social health. Last year, they passed 16 different bills which, to name a few effects: -> Limited hospital facility fees -> Protected access to reproductive healthcare -> Assisted youth in accessing mental health care This year, Healthier CO aims to further expand access to affordable housing, quality education, affordable healthcare, and addiction recovery services, in addition to addressing cycles in our criminal justice system which promote behavioral and social health harm. Consider helping them out! https://lnkd.in/gCH92ZD2

🚨 Two Young Lives Lost to Sudden Cardiac Arrest in the DMV 🚨 In just under two weeks, two young athletes tragically died on the football fields of Hopewell, VA, and Reisterstown, MD, due to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). As a father, a lifelong advocate for heart health, and someone who has spent my entire career in the cardiac diagnostic space, this hits incredibly close to home. Despite the availability of advanced technology and screening resources, these tragedies are a stark reminder that our communities are still vulnerable—and the silence on this issue is deafening. 📢 Where is the urgency? 📢 Where is the leadership? 📢 Why is this not getting the attention it deserves, especially in an election year? This is not just a health issue; it’s a public safety issue that demands immediate action. Our youth are at risk, and yet, mandatory heart screenings in schools are still not prioritized. In May, I launched the DMV Has A Heart initiative to address this very problem. We are working tirelessly to bring awareness and action to prevent these avoidable tragedies. But we can't do it alone. We need our community leaders, healthcare organizations, and politicians to step up and lead. Let’s not wait for the next tragedy. Let’s demand mandatory heart screenings in our schools NOW. For more information on how you can get involved, visit dmvhasaheart.org. Let’s protect our youth. Let’s act before it’s too late. #CardiacHealth #YouthSafety #DMVHasAHeart #PublicHealth #ElectionYear #Leadership Rebecca Love RN, MSN, FIELAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican College of CardiologyGlenn YoungkinHerman TaylorKarina LipsmanJude MabonéJoe PiraneoSara JuedesAaron ParkerBen Brodsky

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Today, on Epilepsy Awareness Day, our team at the Entabeni Epilepsy Unit stands in solidarity with individuals worldwide affected by epilepsy. 💜 Through our dedicated work, we strive to provide support, care, and advocacy for those living with epilepsy. 🧠 Let us continue to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and promote understanding. Together, we can make a difference. 💫 #EpilepsyAwarenessDay #Support #EndTheStigma"

🎗️🌟✨ Congratulations to Brooke McKeever of LightMD, Inc.'s exciting initiative to advocate for brain health and photobiomodulation therapy (PBM) on Capitol Hill with the Brain Injury Association of America! 🇺🇸🧠 It's fantastic to see such #dedication to advancing awareness and support for this innovative treatment. ✨🎉🌿 PBM therapy, previously known as low-level laser therapy, uses visible or near-infrared light to stimulate #healing, relieve #pain, and reduce #inflammation, making significant strides in #neuroprotection and #brainhealth . 🧠💡🔬🌟 Its anti-inflammatory, antioxidative, and mitochondrial protective properties are particularly promising for treating and preventing various brain disorders, including neurodegenerative diseases, brain injuries, and psychiatric conditions. 📚🔍🧪 A review on #PBM therapy highlighted its innovative approach for a wide array of #neurological and #psychological conditions. 📖💫🌈 By enhancing the metabolic capacity of neurons and stimulating anti-inflammatory, anti-apoptotic, antioxidant responses, as well as neurogenesis and synaptogenesis, PBM therapy shows potential in treating disorders like #dementia, #Parkinson's disease, #stroke, #braintrauma, and #depression. 🧠 It's encouraging to know that Brooke will be representing such a powerful technology and sharing her success story as a thriving survivor, potentially paving the way for broader acceptance and usage of PBM in clinical practice. 💼🌟🙌👏 Brooke's efforts to shine a light on the benefits of PBM therapy could lead to significant advancements in brain health and recovery for many. 💡🧠🌍🌱 Best wishes for a successful and impactful visit to Capitol Hill! Obviously I love to keep spreading the word about the transformative potential of PBM therapy, as I can speak FIRST HAND on its amazing healing powers. 🚀📣🗣️ Steve Ardire Rochelle G Prosser RN, CLNC Traci Lamb #BrainHealth #PBM #InnovationInHealing #Neuroprotection #Photobiomodulation #BrainRecovery #NeurodegenerativeDiseases #BrainInjury #MentalWellness #ClinicalPractice #HealthcareInnovation #PatientAdvocacy #CapitolHill #BrainInjuryAssociation #HealingTechnology