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EU Commission funds mental health’silent pandemic’ with $1.3 billion 2023

The European Commission announced on Wednesday that it will allocate 1.23 billion euros ($1.3 billion) to mental health initiatives throughout the 27 member states of the European Union and make mental health a pillar of health policy. “Today marks a new beginning for a comprehensive, prevention-oriented, multi-stakeholder approach to mental health at the EU level,”…

42% of global health consumers say access is poor 2023

Consumers value access to care highest, according to the EY Global Consumer Health Survey 2023 released today. Consumers place a high value on availability, but almost half (42%) assess their access to care as below average. The study, which surveyed over 6,000 consumers in the US, Australia, Canada, Ireland, England, and Germany, found that health…

Virtual clinics fight gender health disparities 2023

After collecting $250 million from Oprah Winfrey, Natalie Portman, and Reese Witherspoon, the healthcare business Maven became the first femtech unicorn. Virtual clinic services for women and families include fertility, maternity and infant care, pediatrics, menopause, financial assistance, and mental health support. Over 175 nations have 15 million subscribers. End-to-end Maven. “You can have that…

Ted Herbosa is the new health officer of the PH 2023

Dr. Teodoro “Ted” Herbosa is a Filipino doctor who is known for his important work in the health field of his country. Herbosa was sworn in as secretary of the Department of Health (DOH) on Tuesday, June 6. In a tweet, Herbosa said, “It is an honor to serve this leadership, the Filipino people, and…

Call for action on mental health treatment for minors 2023

An association of premier providers of specialized care and education to vulnerable children and young people is urging all Scottish political parties to prioritize mental health. The Scottish Children’s Services Coalition (SCSC) made the request after fresh waiting time estimates showed that 469 children and young people had been on CAMHS waiting lists for over…

The bases in Antarctica are now part of Argentina’s national health system 2023

It has been reported that Argentina’s seven Antarctic bases have joined the National Health Surveillance System (SNVS), a joint initiative between the Ministries of Health and Defense to enhance early detection and effective and prompt response to public health risks. According to the new agreement, mandatory notification events will be promptly reported to the SNVS…

LGA replies to UKHSA numbers on new STI diagnosis 2023

Cllr David Fothergill, Chairman of the Community Wellbeing Board for the Local Government Association, made the following statement in response to numbers released by the UK Health Security Agency which showed a rise of 23.8% in the number of new diagnoses of sexually transmitted infections in 2022: “These new statistics continue to show that local…

The evolution of health perception: How did we arrive at this point and what must be altered? 2023

Public health includes organized societal efforts to develop, maintain, and enhance health. All actions that promote health, prevent, mitigate, and cure disease, and address the social and environmental determinants of health generally need public policy and community engagement. Health encompasses physical, mental, and social well-being. Since 1948, the WHO has maintained the definition. Public health,…

Health experts in Cagayan de Oro mourn parents who refuse measles and polio vaccinations 2023

“The child’s current health condition and their routine immunization status, which are already complete,” said Dr. Ina Grace Chiu, City Health Office (CHO) National Immunization Program medical coordinator, in an online press briefing on Monday, June 5. “Of course, we respected the decision of the parents if they didn’t want to submit their children (to…

Men’s health suggestions from Michigan health agencies 2023

Michigan health authorities are urging men to prioritize their health during National Men’s Health Month. In June, the Northern Michigan Public Health Alliance promotes men’s health and offers opportunities to act. “This Men’s Health Month, we want to remind men to stay healthy by eating right, exercising and seeking regular medical checkups to prevent disease,”…