Mental Health
Genomind ®, a leading mental health company bringing precision medicine into mainstream mental health treatment, announced today that four abstracts in which Genomind’s pharmacogenomic test was utilized to direct mental health pharmacotherapy have been accepted for presentation at upcoming medical conferences. The poster presentations will occur at two prestigious psychopharmacology-focused mental health symposiums: 2019 Psych Congress , which is being held from October 3-6, 2019, at the San Diego Convention Center …
CHKD is breaking ground on their new pediatric mental health hospital in Norfolk | 9/16/2019
NORFOLK — The Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters is breaking ground Tuesday on a new $224 million pediatric mental health hospital. Gov. Ralph Northam, a former CHKD pediatric neurologist, is the keynote speaker at the ceremony where they’re showcasing plans for the 14-story facility on Gresham Drive, officials wrote in a news release. The new facility scheduled to open in 2022 will fill the gap in a statewide shortage …
… PA – September 12, 2019: Signant Health (formerly CRF Health and Bracket), a leading patient-centric technology company, has been selected to provide electronic informed consent for a significant neuroscience study by the prestigious Shanghai Mental Health Center (SMHC). This landmark investigator-led Schizophrenia trial, which will enroll hundreds of patients at multiple sites, will be the first study to implement Signant’s TrialConsent solution in China. SMHC is an affiliate of …
Deepika Padukone launches lecture series on mental health (Video) | 9/16/2019
Deepika, who is the founder of Live Love Laugh Foundation, thanked the media fraternity for their role in starting the “conversation about mental health.” 08:50 New Delhi: Deepika Padukone, who suffered anxiety and depression in the past, launched her first lecture series on mental health here on Sunday. “It’s been four years to Live Love Laugh Foundation and today we launched our first lecture series and I think we have …
USD 231, JCMH, selected for national pilot of teen Mental Health First Aid | 9/16/2019
Johnson County Mental Health Center (JCMHC) and Gardner Edgerton School District, USD 231 were selected as one of only 35 in sites in the country to participate in a national pilot of teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA). The National Council for Behavioral Health made the selection with support from Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation to offer tMHFA to all tenth graders in Gardner Edgerton High School. The training …
… how the money will be spent, as well as related efforts by federal agencies and the state of Alaska. (Hopkins, 9/13) New Hampshire Public Radio: Held For 20 Days: How N.H.’s Shortage Of Mental Health Beds Erodes Patients’ Rights Imagine you are forced to go to a hospital to receive psychiatric treatment that you don’t think you need. What rights would you have?That’s the question at the heart …
Other major cities have lowered the number of suicides in their police forces with aggressive mental health initiatives, including efforts to remove the stigma of seeking counseling by making therapists visible and readily available. But an uptick in suicides this year has shined a light on where the department is falling short when it comes to addressing its mental health crisis. In other mental health news: a 3-digit suicide …
More Evidence Ties Social Media to Mental Health Problems | Medscape | 9/16/2019
More Evidence Ties Social Media to Mental Health Problems Pauline Anderson September 16, 2019 Adolescents who spend more than three hours a day on Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, or other social media are at increased risk for depression , anxiety, or other internalizing problems, new research suggests. The study did not find an association between social media use and externalizing problems such as physical aggression and impulsivity — but there was an association …
Borth dog walker death: Man sectioned under Mental Health Act - BBC News | 9/16/2019
Image copyright Family photo Image caption Lewis Stone was walking his dog Jock when he was attacked A man who stabbed a 71-year-old man who was walking his dog on holiday in an “horrific” random attack has been sectioned under the Mental Health Act. Lewis Stone died three months after the attack near Borth Wild Animal Kingdom, Ceredigion, on 28 February. David Kenneth Fleet, of Borth, who has …
… to a psychiatric facility. To return to his studies, school officials required that the 19-year-old sign a contract promising to follow his doctors’ treatment plan. But Tang did not keep up with mental health services after going away for the summer. And Harvard officials apparently did not check up with him in the fall. About two weeks after arriving on campus, Tang killed himself in the basement of …
Universities ‘in dark’ over student mental health needs | BBC UK | 9/16/2019
Universities ‘in dark’ over student mental health needs By Hannah Richardson BBC News education and social affairs reporter 16 September 2019 These are external links and will open in a new window Close share panel Image caption An inquest into student Ceara Thacker’s death opens on Monday Universities should be bound by law to meet the mental health needs of their students, an ex-health minister says. Information gathered by …
Polmont inmate ‘screaming for mental health support’ before death - BBC News | BBC UK | 9/16/2019
Image copyright Central Scotland News Agency Image caption Liam Kerr died in hospital less than a week after attempting to take his own life A teenager was “screaming for support” with his mental health problems before his death in a young offenders’ institution, a court has heard. Liam Kerr was self-harming and attempted suicide at Polmont YOI in Stirlingshire in January 2017. The 19-year-old, from Paisley, died …
As shock wears off, mental health concerns grow in Bahamas | MSN | 9/16/2019
… offered his pulpit on Sunday to more than 200 people in attendance, offering to let congregants share their stories as part of an island-wide effort to prevent what officials warn could become a mental health crisis as people struggle to absorb the extent of the devastation. Only six people spoke, but the crowd clapped and cried with them. “They needed to have an outlet and share these emotions,” Lockhart …
Is your job good for your mental health? | TheSpec.com | 9/16/2019
How healthy is your workplace? There’s a growing realization that employers need to do more to destigmatize mental health issues and ensure that the working environment they provide is not putting undue pressure and stress on employees. The Rotman School of Management’s inaugural mental health conference this fall in Toronto will bring together business leaders, mental health professionals, students and academics to discuss the impact of mental health on the …
Sylvester Stallone has told Sky News that mental health issues are on the rise because of a lack of opportunities to be physically challenged. He was talking ahead of the release of his new Rambo film, where he will take on human trafficking in Mexico, in the fifth instalment of the action franchise. The 73-year-old agreed that his characters, such as Rocky and Rambo, are about being challenged …
UK students waiting up to three months for mental health care | Society | The Guardian | 9/16/2019
University data shows long delays, raising fears young people’s mental welfare will decline in the interim. Students with mental health problems are being forced to wait up to 12 weeks for help from their university, prompting fears that some may take their own lives during the delay. Undergraduates at the Royal College of Music in London had to wait the longest to start counselling last year, with the worst case …
Goalie using platform to drive conversation about mental health | VOICE OF THE HWY | 9/16/2019
… Lehner knew that he would have to interact with his teammates. He’d also be dealing with team doctors and trainers, plus management and coaches, not to mention the media. As he committed to his mental health and well-being, Lehner wanted to live openly — and with accountability. He didn’t want to hide anymore. Lehner signed a one-year, $1.5 million, prove-it deal with the New York Islanders on July …
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sep 16, 2019– Genomind ®, a leading mental health company bringing precision medicine into mainstream mental health treatment, announced today that four abstracts in which Genomind’s pharmacogenomic test was utilized to direct mental health pharmacotherapy have been accepted for presentation at upcoming medical conferences. The poster presentations will occur at two prestigious psychopharmacology-focused mental health symposiums: 2019 Psych Congress , which is being held from …
Hack Health event spotlights mental health, fosters student innovation | 9/16/2019
… Roy, division director of Behavioral Healthcare at R.I. Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals; and Mark Zimmerman, professor of psychiatry and Human Behavior. Projects were evaluated on their innovation, relevance to a mental health issue, response to the stated problem, economic sustainability and accessibility to its target audience, according to Hack Health’s website. Megan Ranney, associate professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Alpert Medical School, encouraged …
(USA-FL-Titusville) Mental Health Technician - Titusville Campus | 9/16/2019
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Behavioral Health
Minnesota farmers to receive additional mental health counselor | 9/14/2019
September 13, 2019 3:42 p.m. Share story Twitter In an effort to address the mental health of Minnesota farmers, the Legislature approved funding that will provide them with a second counselor to help deal with stress and other concerns. Monica McConkey , who has more than 20 years of experience in behavioral health as a counselor, will begin working with northern Minnesota farmers on Oct. 1. Teaching farmers different methods to …
Groundbreaking set for new mental health facility | 9/14/2019
Work starting Sept. 19 for a May 2020 completion date Post to Facebook Groundbreaking set for new mental health facility Work starting Sept. 19 for a May 2020 completion date //www.coshoctontribune.com/story/news/local/2019/09/14 … add additional employees. An artist’s rendering of the new Allwell Behavioral Health Services facility that will be located at Seventh and Main streets in Coshocton. Construction is expected to begin this month. (Photo: Submitted) COSHOCTON
Medicaid
Rural Missouri needs Medicaid expansion | 9/9/2019
… mental health, maternity and hospitalization. But my patients are still struggling to afford or access the care they need. That’s why Missouri should pass Medicaid expansion. Missouri politicians are leaving behind many low-income families and workers by refusing to expand Medicaid in our state, costing them not only their hard-earned money but their health, and even in some cases their lives. A new working paper published by the …
AMA
… the recommendation came in response to figures indicating growing use among at-risk populations. He cited the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health study which … prior to the age of 24 or 25 causes brain damage,” said Gene Ransom, CEO and Executive Director of the Maryland State Medical Society, or MedChi. “He’s dead on.” That medical organization has a task …
ACA
Rural Missouri needs Medicaid expansion | 9/9/2019
… ACA) passed, many of my patients gained insurance, and gained protection from discrimination by insurance companies. The ACA prevents insurance companies from charging women more than men for the same policy, provides protections for individuals with pre-existing conditions, including the nearly 2.5 million Missourians living with pre-existing conditions, and requires insurers to cover essential services like preventive care, mental health, maternity and hospitalization. But my patients are still …
Substance Abuse
Notice is hereby given of the meeting on September 26, 2019, of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) National Advisory Council (SAMHSA NAC). This notice may publish with less than 15 days prior to the meeting due to a change in schedule for the committee chair and unexpected calendar changes. The meeting is open to the public and can also be accessed remotely. Agenda with call-in …
New Solution for the Mental Health Crisis in America | BioSpace | 9/11/2019
… mental health and substance abuse. Depression is the cause of nearly 400 million lost workdays every year in America. In May 2019 , “burnout,” generally defined as extreme workplace stress, became an official medical diagnosis. The trends and expenses are not slowing down. Millennials and Generation Z are reporting higher levels of extreme stress, as well as anxiety and depression. The good news is these groups are searching for support more …
Medicare
The MBS Review has delivered an update (September 2019) on the progress of the Medicare Benefits Schedule Review Taskforce. We have provided the full update below, but particularly wish to draw our readers’ attention to the status of the Taskforce’s response to the draft reports from the Mental Health and Allied Health Reference groups. Written correspondence on the work of the MHRG may be sent via email attention Steve Dunlop …
Policy Issues in Mental Health - Essay Example One such issue is the mental needs of baby boomers. This is because this generation of the American population offers a Unique challenge to the American medical system, in that the system is not adequately prepared to address the mental health needs of this demographic. This can, however, be remedied with the appropriate policy implementation to ensure that Medicare is in a position …
National Institutes of Health
April 9, 2019 Location : Bethesda, MD The NIMH Center for Global Mental Health Research (CGMHR) and Grand Challenges Canada co-convened the 10th anniversary global mental health conference, April 8-9, 2019, on the main campus of the National Institutes of Health. More than 400 researchers, innovators, and other stakeholders from 36 countries attended the two-day conference, where they learned about findings from cutting-edge science and new opportunities for …
… Mental Health (NIMH), part of the National Institutes of Health. NIMH also funded the study. The number of deaths by suicide recorded in April 2017 was greater than the number seen in any single month during the five-year period examined by the researchers. When researchers analyzed the data by sex, they found the increase in the suicide rate was primarily driven by significant increases in suicide in young males …
Community Health
Catskill Regional Medical Center to Offer Free Mental Health First Aid Course | 9/12/2019
Menu Catskill Regional Medical Center to Offer Free Mental Health First Aid Course Harris, NY – Catskill Regional Medical Center will host a two-day free Mental Health First Aid Course. The course will take place on September 23 and September 24 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Catskill Regional Medical Center’s Community Health Education Center located at 68 Harris Bushville Road, in Harris, NY. Mental Health First Aid is …
NIH
With Neuroimaging, Large NIH Study Could Shine a Light on the Adolescent Brain | 9/3/2019
With Neuroimaging, Large NIH Study Could Shine a Light on the Adolescent Brain Over the coming decade, an ambitious National Institutes of Health–funded study will observe almost 12 000 healthy 9- and 10-year … height and weight and waist measurements. We have an extensive mental health battery. We have a big focus on substance use . We’re also asking a lot of questions about the culture and environment, things like
… resolution_therapy . Also, the National Center for Biotechnology Information had positive things to say about this form of therapy: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6145606/ Professionals are also training with Dr. Connelly to administer Rapid Resolution … Want to Bring Transformation to Victims of Trauma Thousands of mental health professionals have attended Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) trainings with Dr. Connelly. His students state that his trainings have enabled them to become much …
Department of Health and Human Services
Mental Health Counseling, Support Services for DoD Civilians Resume – For Now 13 Sep 2019 Military.com By Richard Sisk The Defense Department’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which offers referrals for mental health counseling, substance abuse and … EAP programs, provided through the Program Support Center at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), have been restored “for a period of 60 days that started September 9,” Pentagon spokeswoman Heather Babb said
The Mental Health Parity Challenge | 9/12/2019
Benefits The Mental Health Parity Challenge Benefits programs don’t necessarily treat physical and mental health care equally. With more focus on workplace mental health, that may be slowly changing. by Andie Burjek September 12, 2019 … report “Behavioral Health Projections, 2016-2030.” The agency, part of the Department of Health and Human Services, focuses on improving access to health care services for individuals who are uninsured, isolated or medically vulnerable. The report
Walmart Health
View from Away: Walmart acts on gun violence | 9/7/2019
Seth Ator, the 36-year-old man who authorities say went on a rampage in west Texas over the weekend (seven dead, two dozen injured), sought to buy a firearm from a federally licensed gun dealer five years ago but was rejected when a background check turned up a mental health issue that barred him from owning a gun. However, because federal law only requires background checks for sales through …
Walmart will offer mental health and other services at a new clinic in Georgia | 8/30/2019
Walmart will offer mental health and other services at a new clinic in Georgia Aug 29, 2019 …
UnitedHealth
… Sanvello is looking for motivated individuals with a passion for helping people, to join our coaching team. As a Sanvello mental health coach you will support our members by providing motivation and guidance to maximize … in that passion of innovation and service. Part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, our company strives to deliver the complete care experience of digital self-service, virtual coaching, and telehealth services. Put your …
ATLANTA- UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people in the Carolinas and Georgia who may be affected by Hurricane Dorian. This is … free of charge and open to anyone. Specially trained Optum mental health specialists help people manage their stress and anxiety so they can continue to address their everyday needs. Callers may also receive referrals to
Apple Health
ATLANTA- UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people in the Carolinas and Georgia who may be affected by Hurricane Dorian. This is in addition to actions taken earlier to support individuals in Florida. Support includes assisting health plan participants who may need to make alternate arrangements to access care and early prescription refills, as well as offering …
ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug 31, 2019– UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people in the Carolinas and Georgia who may be affected by Hurricane Dorian. This is in addition to actions taken earlier to support individuals in Florida. Support includes assisting health plan participants who may need to make alternate arrangements to access care and early prescription …
UnitedHealth Group
… Sanvello is looking for motivated individuals with a passion for helping people, to join our coaching team. As a Sanvello mental health coach you will support our members by providing motivation and guidance to maximize … in that passion of innovation and service. Part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, our company strives to deliver the complete care experience of digital self-service, virtual coaching, and telehealth services. Put your …
ATLANTA- UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people in the Carolinas and Georgia who may be affected by Hurricane Dorian. This is … free of charge and open to anyone. Specially trained Optum mental health specialists help people manage their stress and anxiety so they can continue to address their everyday needs. Callers may also receive referrals to
Purdue Pharma
Must-Reads Of The Week From Brianna Labuskes | Kaiser Health News | 8/30/2019
… slightly less traffic, here’s a look at what you may have missed this week. /p p There are reports that Purdue Pharma is going to pony up between $10 billion and $12 billion to settle … teams” Stateline: Success of Red Flag Laws Might Depend on Mental Health Teams /a /p p That’s it from me! Have a great weekend! /p /div /div !–/.slab-container – /div /aside p Happy Friday! Do …
Opioid settlement would divide money based on local impact | Yahoo News | 8/30/2019
… Vt. State attorneys general and lawyers representing local governments said Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019, they are in active negotiations with Purdue Pharma, maker of the prescription painkiller OxyContin, as they attempt to reach a landmark … of the taxpayer costs associated with the deadly epidemic, including mental health services, police calls and foster care for children of addicts. Published reports say a proposed $10 billion to $12 billion settlement of the …
Optum
ATLANTA- UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people in the Carolinas and Georgia who may be affected by Hurricane Dorian. This is … free of charge and open to anyone. Specially trained Optum mental health specialists help people manage their stress and anxiety so they can continue to address their everyday needs. Callers may also receive referrals to
… UnitedHealthcare plan participants whose access to care or prescriptions needs may have been affected Free emotional-support help line from Optum open to anyone ATLANTA –(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug. 31, 2019– UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health … free of charge and open to anyone. Specially trained Optum mental health specialists help people manage their stress and anxiety so they can continue to address their everyday needs. Callers may also receive referrals to …
CVS
Walmart is piloting health clinic at Walmart Health in Georgia | CNBC | 8/30/2019
… California. Patrick T. Fallon Bloomberg Getty Images Walmart , the world’s biggest retailer, is moving deeper into the primary care and mental health market, opening a new clinic called Walmart Health in Georgia. The company recently … go deeper into prescription medication and take on companies like CVS and Walgreens . Walmart has a culture of piloting new ideas in smaller settings, including testing delivering groceries inside of customers’ homes and experimenting with …
… of the City University of New York has disclosed in a filing with the state Department of Labor that 265 Mental Health Services Corps employees will be laid off because of a redesign of the … the city. But Blink suffered a blow in 2017, when CVS, Duane Reade and Walgreens said they would no longer participate in its network. “Unfortunately, the pharmacy industry is the only industry where big box …
WebMD
Trans Students More at Risk of Mental Health Ills | WebMD | 8/16/2019
About 78% of the students met criteria for one or more mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, self-injury and suicide risk, the survey found. Besides transgender individuals, gender minorities include people … published Aug. 16 in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine . WebMD News from HealthDay SOURCE: Boston University, news release, Aug. 16, 2019 Copyright © 2013-2018 HealthDay. All rights reserved. Top Picks
Health Now | WebMD | 8/15/2019
WebMD senior health editor Carrie Gann discusses the latest news and trends, interviews leading experts, and shares simple live-better tips. Thu, 15 Aug 2019 Kara Swisher on her Mini-Stroke, Tech, and Health Kara … What to Do If You’re Worried About a Loved One’s Mental Health; Dirtiest Places When You Travel; Guilt-Free Desserts. Concerned that a loved one may be struggling with a mental health problem? Seth Gillihan
Novartis
… Aug. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - The global Depression Drugs Market is projected to expand at the back of growing awareness about mental health issues. A recent research conducted by University of Virginia Health System sheds light … Lilly and Company, Pfizer Inc., Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., AstraZeneca, Novartis AG, Allergan USA , Inc., GlaxoSmithKline, and Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd. Request For Custom Research - https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/sample/sample.php?flag=CR&rep_id=1151 The …
… Aug. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - The global Depression Drugs Market is projected to expand at the back of growing awareness about mental health issues. A recent research conducted by University of Virginia Health System sheds light … Lilly and Company, Pfizer Inc., Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., AstraZeneca, Novartis AG, Allergan USA , Inc., GlaxoSmithKline, and Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd. Request For Custom Research - https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/sample/sample.php?flag=CR&rep_id=1151 The …
Pfizer
… Aug. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - The global Depression Drugs Market is projected to expand at the back of growing awareness about mental health issues. A recent research conducted by University of Virginia Health System sheds light … the global depression drugs market are Eli Lilly and Company, Pfizer Inc., Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., AstraZeneca, Novartis AG, Allergan USA , Inc., GlaxoSmithKline, and Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd. Request For Custom Research - https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/sample …
… Aug. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ - The global Depression Drugs Market is projected to expand at the back of growing awareness about mental health issues. A recent research conducted by University of Virginia Health System sheds light … the global depression drugs market are Eli Lilly and Company, Pfizer Inc., Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., AstraZeneca, Novartis AG, Allergan USA , Inc., GlaxoSmithKline, and Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd. Request For Custom Research - https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/sample …
Goldman Sachs
… million in funding in a Series C round led by GV (formerly Google Ventures), Alphabet’s venture arm, and backed by Goldman Sachs, the company announced on August 27. The company, founded in 2016, is focused … according to TechCrunch . RELATED: Venture capital investment in AI and mental health startups surges in Q2: report Jobs marketplace: Nomad Health , an on-demand medical jobs marketplace that also advertises telemedicine positions, picked up $34 …
… since its 2007 founding has raised $223 million from such investors as Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, Goldman Sachs and Khosla Ventures, according to Crain’s New York Business. A Zocdoc spokesperson said … may now increase. RELATED: Venture capital investment in AI and mental health startups surges in Q2—report Under the change, physicians now pay an annual licensing fee that starts at $299, which covers account setup …
Google Ventures
Investment in healthcare artificial intelligence startups and companies focused on mental health and wellness soared in the second quarter as both sectors hit funding highs, according to a new report. Healthcare AI companies raised $864 … half of 2019 hits record $5.1B: report Top investors Centene, Google Ventures, Oak HC/FT, Norwest Venture Partners, and Y Combinator are flocking towards mental and behavioral health, the report said. It’s been a record
… In the world of startups, Erin had a great piece she’s been working on for some time about investments in mental health. She found a group of startups trying new ways to increase access to … spoke to Krishna Yeshwant and David Schenkein at GV (formerly Google Ventures). They explained why they’re looking closely at investments that tackle the modernization of clinical trials . I spoke with Todd Latz, the CEO of …
Polaris Partners
Account Manager - NOLA - USA-LA-New Orleans | 6/30/2019
DescriptionCompany Description:Quartet is a pioneering healthcare technology company striving to improve the lives of people with mental health conditions. We connect people to a personalized care team to get them the right care at … FT, GV (formerly Google Ventures), F-Prime Capital Partners, and Polaris Partners, Quartet is headquartered in NYC and is currently operating in several markets across the United States — Pennsylvania, Washington, Northern California, and New Jersey.About
BlackThorn Therapeutics Secures $76 Million To Develop AI-Based Personalized Medicine For Mental Health By Dan Anderson ● June 20, 2019 BlackThorn Therapeutics Secures $76 Million To Develop AI-Based Personalized Medicine For Mental Health Clinical … 76 million in Series B funding from new investors including Polaris Partners, Premier Partners, Scripps Research, and Vertex Ventures HC. And existing investors Alexandria Venture Investments, Altitude Life Science Ventures, ARCH Venture Partners, Biomatics Capital
Genstar Capital
Luisa Beltran wrote a new post, Genstar-backed Sphera buys thinkstep, on the site PE Hub | 7/30/2019
Follow @LuisaRBeltran Sphera , a Genstar Capital portfolio company, has agreed to buy thinkstep . Financial terms weren’t announced. Thinkstep, of Stuttgart, Germany, provides software and consulting services company that specializes in corporate sustainability and product tewardship … Risk Management software and information services with a focus on Environmental Health & Safety, Operational Risk and Product Stewardship, announces it has entered into an agreement to acquire thinkstep, a Stuttgart, Germany-based software and consulting
Sphera Releases New Operational Risk Applications for SpheraCloud™ | PR Newswire | 1/16/2018
… PRNewswire/ – Sphera, the largest global provider of Integrated Risk Management software and information services with a focus on Operational Risk, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), and Product Stewardship, today announced the release of a series of … users across 70 countries. Sphera is a portfolio company of Genstar Capital, a leading middle-market private equity firm focused on the software, industrial technology, financial services and healthcare industries. Learn more at www.spherasolutions.com . Follow …
F-Prime Capital
… scaling efforts for its digital care program. Omada offers a slew of digital coaching programs addressing hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, mental health conditions and other health needs. The company also implements connected technology to track … access to resources through its digital tools. $60 Centene Corporation, F-Prime Capital Partners, GV, Oak HC/FT and Polaris Partners The latest round will support Quartet’s ongoing expansion, with a particular focus on Medicaid …
… health technology company Quartet Health has expanded to two new states with a growing focus on supporting Medicaid beneficiaries with mental health conditions. The New York City-based startup announced partnerships with Chicago-based IlliniCare … Beacon Health Options The funding round also included returning investors F-Prime Capital Partners, GV (formerly Google Ventures), Oak HC/FT and Polaris Partners. The funding will fuel continued growth and expansion nationwide, the company …
F-Prime Capital Partners
… scaling efforts for its digital care program. Omada offers a slew of digital coaching programs addressing hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, mental health conditions and other health needs. The company also implements connected technology to track … access to resources through its digital tools. $60 Centene Corporation, F-Prime Capital Partners, GV, Oak HC/FT and Polaris Partners The latest round will support Quartet’s ongoing expansion, with a particular focus on Medicaid …
RELATED: Anthem to acquire behavioral health provider Beacon Health Options The funding round also included returning investors F-Prime Capital Partners, GV (formerly Google Ventures), Oak HC/FT and Polaris Partners. The funding will fuel continued growth and expansion nationwide, the company said. “We are committed to building a health care system in which every person with a mental health condition gets the care they need,” David Wennberg, M.D., CEO …
Oak HC/FT
… scaling efforts for its digital care program. Omada offers a slew of digital coaching programs addressing hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, mental health conditions and other health needs. The company also implements connected technology to track … digital tools. $60 Centene Corporation, F-Prime Capital Partners, GV, Oak HC/FT and Polaris Partners The latest round will support Quartet’s ongoing expansion, with a particular focus on Medicaid beneficiaries who are in need …
… health technology company Quartet Health has expanded to two new states with a growing focus on supporting Medicaid beneficiaries with mental health conditions. The New York City-based startup announced partnerships with Chicago-based IlliniCare … returning investors F-Prime Capital Partners, GV (formerly Google Ventures), Oak HC/FT and Polaris Partners. The funding will fuel continued growth and expansion nationwide, the company said. “We are committed to building a health …
Citigroup
… for over 900 children of fallen patriots in the U.S. and the support of thousands of UK pupils affected by mental health issues, as well as supporting educators and activists whose work helps break down … and wealth management. Additional information may be found at http://www.citigroup.com Twitter: @Citi YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/citi Blog: http://blog.citigroup.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/citi LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/citi . View source version on businesswire.com : https://www.businesswire.com …
The 33 Best Companies For Workers, By Industry | Forbes | 8/29/2019
… life balance and prioritizes employee health and well-being through its on-site fitness centers, subsidized quit-smoking programs, and mental health counseling. 11 3M Co, Industrial Goods In addition to its strong parental leave … to close the gender gap in technical fields. Getty 26 Citigroup, Banks Citi provides a range of programs for work-life balance management – including on-site medical clinics, health advocacy programs, and Save Well plans …
Leerink Partners
… depression, “many view the [major depressive disorder] program, while offering greater potential stock upside, as more challenging to handicap,” said Leerink Partners analyst Paul Matteis. See more:Sage Therapeutics stock surges 50% on positive trial … depressive episode in 2015, according to the National Institute of Mental Health (https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/prevalence/major-depression-among-adults.shtml). The odds of SAGE-217 getting approved in postpartum depression are around 55%, while …
… depression, “many view the [major depressive disorder] program, while offering greater potential stock upside, as more challenging to handicap,” said Leerink Partners analyst Paul Matteis. See more: Sage Therapeutics stock surges 50% on positive trial … depressive episode in 2015, according to the National Institute of Mental Health . The odds of SAGE-217 getting approved in postpartum depression are around 55%, while the drug has 40% odds of success in major …
Merrill Lynch
… News 5:47 CNN Business Now CNN 1:32 French couple accused of stealing Italian sand CBS News 1:12 Gillibrand explains how mental health care plan will ‘pay for itself’ NBC News 4:55 A closer look at … head of investment grade corporate strategy at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. “The existing 30-year debt is trading at negative 0.18%.” Self-reinforcing The move lower in foreign sovereigns has spilled over to the …
Royal Bank of Canada (RY) Q2 2019 Earnings Call Transcript - Nasdaq.com | 5/23/2019
… experts. We are also exploring expansion of our virtual care programs to provide to more people who may be facing mental health challenges while still actively at work. Our Investor and Treasury Services business faced … first question is from Ebrahim Poonawala from Bank of America Merrill Lynch. Please go ahead. Ebrahim Poonawala – Bank of America Merrill Lynch – Analyst Thank you. Good morning. I guess I have a two-part question …
HCA
(USA-FL-Largo) Mental Health Technician IR | 9/7/2019
Job Information HCA, Hospital Corporation of America Mental Health Technician IR in Largo , Florida Experience a higher degree of patient care at Largo Medical Center, part of the HCA West and Central Florida hospital system. Our 455-bed acute care hospital is located on two campuses—in mid-Pinellas County on the West Coast of Florida, providing medical care for the residents of Largo, and the nearby cities of Clearwater …
… about it. These background checks include searches for outstanding warrants in the Washington State Patrol electronic database. They also include mental health checks with the Washington State Health Care Authority. It has increased the paperwork … with the Spokane Police Department. And they’re doing it. The Healthcare Authority hired one new full-time staff member to manage the increased paperwork. “The mental health background check for semi-automatic rifles is the …
Kaiser Permanente
Job Information Kaiser Permanente Licensed Masters Mental Health Professional Initial Assessment Coordinator in Livermore , California Provides mental health assessment, diagnosis, treatment and crisis intervention services for adult and/or child members who present themselves from psychiatric evaluation with a broad range of mental health needs. Collaborates with treating physician, psychiatric and allied health professional team to plan and direct each individual members treatment program. Essential Responsibilities: Develops, implements, coordinates, and …
Harvard Medical School
BOSTON , Sept. 12, SilverCloud Health , the world’s leading digital mental health platform, today announced the addition of five renowned mental health experts to the company’s clinical advisory board. Professors David H. Barlow , Ph.D., Todd Farchione … the Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston , a faculty member at Harvard Medical School and Chairman of the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators. Professor Taylor is a research professor and director of the Center for
… public education events. Many of the AFSP grantees then go on to receive further funding from the National Institute of Mental Health and other large funding agencies. The 26 grants awarded this year address six … Doyle, PhD, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry Location: Massachusetts General Hospital/ Harvard Medical School , Boston, MA The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. AFSP …
Mayo Clinic
New Study Finds That Your Dog Is Actually Helping You Have a Healthy Heart | Yahoo News | 8/27/2019
… has found that doggies are actually great for your heart health and overall mood. The study , run by the prestigious Mayo Clinic, examined the association between dog ownership and cardiovascular health by observing 1,769 people … The study also found that dogs help boost their owners’ mental health and spirits . “Dogs almost universally will have those traits of loyalty, love, cheerful attitude, living in the moment, and expressing affection,” Dr. Lopez …
First Edition: August 13, 2019 | Kaiser Health News | 8/13/2019
… across the nation, according to the coalition of unions representing them. The employees — who include most staff aside from doctors, mental health workers or certain nurses — have been working under an expired national contract since … in Pennsylvania, Mount Sinai Health System in New York and Mayo Clinic in Minnesota. (Evans, 8/12) Stateline: Where Doctors Can Recommend Marijuana To Replace Opioids New Mexico, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania allow people …
Massachusetts General Hospital
… public education events. Many of the AFSP grantees then go on to receive further funding from the National Institute of Mental Health and other large funding agencies. The 26 grants awarded this year address six … 29,989 Researcher: Alysa Doyle, PhD, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry Location: Massachusetts General Hospital/ Harvard Medical School , Boston, MA The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected …
There’s No Such Thing as a ‘Gay Gene,’ a New Study Argues | Yahoo News | 8/30/2019
… say. “Individual-level prediction is not going to be a reality,” says study co-author Benjamin Neale, a geneticist at Massachusetts General Hospital. The study did, however, provide some clues as to how genetics could … found genetic overlap with traits that could predispose people to mental health issues, which are disproportionately common in the LGBTQ community , and to risk-taking behavior, which could theoretically include sexual exploration. About 40% of …
AHN
… Nexus New Product of the Year Award, in addition to the North American Contribution to Society Award . BCS is approaching mental health with a renewed vigor, addressing the issue head-on with its innovative mental … for those suffering from a severe mental illness,” said Bruce Bahn , Vice President, Product Development at BCS. “While the industry has done an excellent job providing financial protection for physical conditions, a mental illness can …
Federal Court approves Indian day school class action settlement | Yahoo News | 8/19/2019
… and being told as an Indigenous person you were savage.” Reaction from survivors Kenneth Deer, a day school survivor from Kahnawake, Que., said the approval is good news. Like many children who grew up in … in the Residential Schools Settlement Agreement.” There is 24-hour mental health counselling and crisis support available to former day school students at 1-855-242-3310 or by online chat at www.hopeforwellness.ca. Counselling is available in English …
Northwell Health
… dollars for bespoke suits and foreign travel, as well as some of his wife’s makeup costs. (Hakim, 8/22) Modern Healthcare: Northwell Health Ad Campaign Urges Hospital Execs To Advocate For Gun Reform Northwell Health’s leadership … be opening a community center in October to provide free mental health counseling and other services to people impacted by a mass shooting earlier this year. The Virginian-Pilot reports the “VB Strong Center” is …
State steps in to pay interest on Brooklyn hospitals’ debt | Crain’s New York Business | 8/23/2019
… a going concern,” which has appeared on the hospital’s financial statements for several years. The state Department of Health and Northwell Health entered into a supervisory agreement with Wyckoff in 2017 with the goal of … Health, or LAUNCH, grant is from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. It’s intended to promote the wellness of children from birth to 8 years of age by addressing physical, social, emotional, cognitive …
Cleveland Clinic
… Mental Health. (2019). Mental Health Information: Major Depression. https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/major-depression.shtml 2 Kessler RC, et al. JAMA, (2003) 3 https://factfinder.census.gov/faces/nav/jsf/pages/index.xhtml , accessed 1/16/2018 4 Gaynes BN et al., Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine 2008;75(1):57-66 5 Post A, et al. (2001) J Psychiatric Research. 35:193-215 6 Liston C, et al. (2014) Biol Psychiatry. 76(7):517-26 7 Janicak PG, et …
International Speakers Announced for Legionella Conference 2019 | Globe Newswire | 6/11/2019
… quality monitoring and other topics at the Legionella Conference 2019 on Sept. 11-13 in Los Angeles.NSF International and the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) will host Legionella Conference 2019 : Building Water Systems − The Sustainability & Public … Legionella Proliferation in Recirculating Domestic Hot Water Systems − Larry Rubin, Cleveland Clinic; Ryan Bloss, Armstrong International and Robert Homeyer, Homeyer Consulting (United States) Occurrence of Legionella pneumophila in Drinking Water Distribution Systems − Mark LeChevallier, Dr …
Boston Medical Center
A moon shot for the opioid crisis - The Boston Globe | 8/23/2019
A moon shot for the opioid crisis By Jeffrey Samet , Updated August 23, 2019, 5:00 a.m. View Comments Boston Medical Center has received an $89 million federal grant to participate in a nationwide research study … National Institute on Drug Abuse and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, called the HEALing Communities Study, has no precedent. With the goal of reducing opioid overdose deaths by 40 percent in three
Newmarket reflects a larger crisis for Boston and the nation - The Boston Globe | 8/12/2019
… However, this was only the first step. Moving forward, we must bring other allies into this fight. That includes the Boston Medical Center, the Boston Public Schools, and others. Advertisement We also must demand action … has transformed from an incarceration facility to a de facto mental health institution and substance-abuse treatment center, with detox services. We created our groundbreaking OASIS program to administer intensive treatment for substance abuse, complete …
NYU Langone Health
… Health System, Brookdale University Hospital & Medical Center, Catholic Health Service of Long Island, Maimonides Medical Center, Montefiore Medical Center and NYU Langone Health were among the local survey respondents. As hospitals look to enter value … HIV/AIDS, and services for diabetes management as well as mental health screening and healthy eating. KIDNEY-CARE LAWSUIT: A 2016 whistleblower lawsuit, which was unsealed last week, alleged that payments made by dialysis giants …
People Are More Likely to Try Drugs for the First Time During the Summer | PR Newswire | 7/23/2019
… in the Department of Population Health at NYU School of Medicine. In 2017, according to the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, more than 3 million people in the United States tried LSD … Columbia University . Media Inquiries: Jamie Liptack 212-404-4279 [email protected] SOURCE NYU Langone Health Related Links http://www.med.nyu.edu …
Health Net
… general population to be involved with the justice system. Without coordinated intervention, they risk cycling in and out of the mental health, substance use and criminal justice systems, a costly cycle that undermines recovery. But … Nebraska (MHA-NE) Respond Empower Advocate Listen (REAL). Oakland Community Health Network (OCHN), Oakland County, Mich. All of the programs rely on cross-system collaborations and most use community policing strategies. “Many individuals with substance …
Cigna
HRH Dr. Percy Tamayo Joins C3 International, Inc. as Vice President | PR Newswire | 8/26/2019
… The dream of world peace goes hand in hand with measures such as relieving pain and improving both physical and mental health.” Idrasil provides the medicinal analgesic and therapeutic benefits of cannabis, while being a … insurance providers and employer-provided policies such as PacifiCare, Aetna, Cigna, Universal Care and United Health Care, for both PPOs and HMOs and the State Compensation Insurance Fund. Prescription Idrasil is currently not covered via …
… Four insurers allow me to give 1,020 mg in a single 30-minute infusion: the Blues, MedStar, Priority Partners and Cigna. The rest, including Medicare and Medicaid, require two visits. The only benefit is to … Climate Grief’: Fears About The Planet’s Future Weigh On Americans’ Mental Health /a ” (July 18) said a recent report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change predicts that “by 2040 the Earth will warm by …
UnitedHealthcare
ATLANTA- UnitedHealthcare and Optum, the health benefits and services companies of UnitedHealth Group (NYSE: UNH), are taking action to help people in the Carolinas and Georgia who may be affected by Hurricane Dorian. This is … free of charge and open to anyone. Specially trained Optum mental health specialists help people manage their stress and anxiety so they can continue to address their everyday needs. Callers may also receive referrals to
Assistance for UnitedHealthcare plan participants whose access to care or prescriptions needs may have been affected Free emotional-support help line from Optum open to anyone ATLANTA –(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aug. 31, 2019– UnitedHealthcare and Optum … free of charge and open to anyone. Specially trained Optum mental health specialists help people manage their stress and anxiety so they can continue to address their everyday needs. Callers may also receive referrals to
Aetna
Northwestern has removed a cap on mental health appointment copays as part of its insurance plan for the 2019-2020 academic year, which may increase the out-of-pocket cost for students and employees seeking treatment. Outpatient mental health treatment — which Aetna, the University’s insurance provider , defines as “outpatient mental disorders treatment office visits to a physician or behavioral health provider” — used to be capped at $20 for appointments in-network …
… include: Lee Anne Langhurst, LCSW, Vice President, Account Management, Talkspace Kathleen Mahieu, ME.D., MBA, Lead Business Consultant for Strategy & Innovation, Aetna Behavioral Health Brandi Mauck Phillips, Chief Executive Officer, Allegheny HealthChoices, Inc. Andrew F. Vitullo … with specific expertise and experience in nine key market areas – mental health, addictions, chronic conditions, autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities, long-term care, children’s services, social services, juvenile justice, and corrections health care. Our mission …
Humana
… the latest infusion bringing its valuation to nearly $300 million, according to TechCrunch . RELATED: Venture capital investment in AI and mental health startups surges in Q2: report Jobs marketplace: Nomad Health , an on-demand medical … round led by Hambrecht Ducera Growth Ventures. Health insurance company Humana joined the round as a strategic investor, and earlier backers F-Prime Capital (Fidelity Investments) and Optum Ventures also contributed. Digital health tools: Hello …
Walmart is piloting health clinic at Walmart Health in Georgia | CNBC | 8/30/2019
… California. Patrick T. Fallon Bloomberg Getty Images Walmart , the world’s biggest retailer, is moving deeper into the primary care and mental health market, opening a new clinic called Walmart Health in Georgia. The company recently … audiology, among other services. Sean Slovenski , who Walmart recruited from Humana, is leading the clinic efforts, the people familiar said. Walmart is already one of the largest pharmacy companies in the U.S., offering in-store …
Wellcare
… 22% of North Carolina children under the age of 18 live in food-insecure households. To help address food insecurity, WellCare of North Carolina , Inc., a WellCare Health Plans, Inc. (NYSE: WCG ) company, donated $5,000 … are more likely to experience lower physical functioning, more frequent mental health problems and poorer overall health outcomes,” said Dr. Eugenie M. Komives , WellCare’s chief medical officer in North Carolina . “We are deeply committed to …
Quartet Health raises $60 million led by health insurer Centene - Business Insider | 6/14/2019
… mental health professionals to get a more full picture of that individual’s health. The investment in a startup is a rare move for Centene, which in March announced plans to acquire the health insurer WellCare in a $17.3 billion deal. Click here for more BI Prime stories. The largest provider of Medicaid health plans in the US just made a big investment in a health technology startup that’s working to …
Magellan Health
Undaunted By FTC, UnitedHealth And Optum Ready For More Deals | Forbes | 6/24/2019
… Magellan Health. Magellan is known for its behavioral health services though it also has a pharmacy benefit management (PBM) business and Medicaid health plans. Analysts have been speculating Anthem and UnitedHealth are in the lead to get Magellan, but Anthem earlier this month announced plans to buy Beacon Health Options, which is also seen as a play to expand into managing mental health conditions. Insurers increasingly are working to address …
Mental health app raises $50 million for expansion | Crain’s New York Business | 5/30/2019
… Magellan Health to offer the service to employees with those benefit providers. Five million people are covered under Talkspace’s commercial relationships. Dr. Neil Leibowitz, chief medical officer at Talkspace, said the company will use the funding to “to focus on our relationships with payer and businesses. “Employers have started to notice the importance of mental health in the workplace and have contracted with us directly to offer the benefit for …
Molina Healthcare
Segal Trials Celebrates Local Medical Heroes During Community Event | PRWeb | 7/11/2019
… Segal Trials Summer Kick-Off Event Celebrated Those Who are Moving the Medical Community Forward with New, Innovative Treatments for Mental Health and Women’s Health Segal Trials Celebrate Medical Heroes “There is always an area … Fresh Start of Miami-Dade, Obama Phone, Miami-Dade Library, Molina Healthcare, Chen Medical Center, UM IDEA Exchange, Center for Independent Living, and the American Family Financial Association. “There is always an area of medicine …
Enlarge this image The best help for patients struggling with addiction, eating disorders or other mental health problems sometimes includes intensive therapy, the evidence shows. But many patients still have trouble getting their health insurers … which has paid for treatment that her earlier Medicaid provider, Molina Healthcare, refused. She has been treated in four inpatient programs in the past two years — twice through Presbyterian Centennial Care, a Medicaid plan she
Centene Corp
… health technology company Quartet Health has expanded to two new states with a growing focus on supporting Medicaid beneficiaries with mental health conditions. The New York City-based startup announced partnerships with Chicago-based IlliniCare … a $60 million series D investment led by major insurer Centene Corporation, which offers Medicaid insurance plans to more than 7.2 million members. RELATED: Anthem to acquire behavioral health provider Beacon Health Options The funding …
Iowa Human Services Director Jerry Foxhoven Resigns | U.S. News & World Report | 6/17/2019
… with Amerigroup, a subsidiary of Anthem Inc. which remains under contract with Iowa and Iowa Total Care, a division of Centene Corp. which entered a contract with Iowa just last May to replace AmeriHealth. It … announced Rick Shults, the administrator overseeing the DHS’ Division of Mental Health and Disability Services, which has oversight of the resource centers would retire next month. Shults said Monday his retirement announcement is unrelated to …
Indian Health Service
Wall Street, K Street step up criticism of ‘Medicare for All’ - POLITICO | 4/19/2019
… Massachusetts, New York and Ohio — as part of a project to fold addiction prevention and treatment into primary care settings, mental health services and the criminal justice system. — The goal: To reduce overdose deaths in … hard for providers that rely on federal money from the Indian Health Service. That’s prompted high-ranking lawmakers to rally behind plans that would insulate those clinics and other tribal services by essentially laying out …
She worked in suicide prevention. Then one day she had to save herself. | Yahoo News | 4/9/2019
… I did crisis intervention training with first responders, I trained all of our hotline staff and a lot of the mental health professionals in my state. I thought that I should be able to control … in South Dakota, and national suicide prevention consultant at the Indian Health Service Headquarters, says tribes with lower suicide rates tend to have strong crisis response strategies. Community-based efforts, engaging everyone from school officials …
Donald Trump
Another Possible Toll Of Donald Trump’s Trade War: Farmer Suicides | Yahoo News | 9/8/2019
September 8, 2019 Rural suicides in the U.S. have climbed significantly in recent years, and farm leaders and mental health care providers say the financial toll of Donald Trump ’s trade war could contribute to the tragedy. An official of the National Farmers Union warned earlier this year that financial stress, including the added burden of disappearing markets in the trade war, appear to be taking a toll on farmers …
George Conway teams up with mental health experts to explain Trump’s psychological decay | 9/8/2019
… gtconway3d) September 7, 2019 While “conscienceless,”“irreparably defective,” and “mentally unfit due to personality disorders” are uncannily accurate descriptions of Donald Trump and the persona he presents to the world, none of these are phrases … time to heed the call of George Conway and the mental health professionals he quotes and remove Trump from office according to the provisions of the 25th Amendment as soon as possible. Follow Vinnie Longobardo …
Mitch McConnell
McConnell Waiting on Trump to Chart Path on Guns | 9/4/2019
… Congressional Republicans are waiting for the White House to chart a path forward on gun violence legislation, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said Tuesday, effectively putting the burden on President Donald Trump to decide the … other Republicans have talked of pursuing other measures to address mental health or codify “red flag” laws that allow guns to be taken from people who pose harm to themselves or others, but even those …
Commentary: 3 gun reforms every Republican should embrace - Chicago Tribune | 8/29/2019
… conservative kids online say. The Democrats, helped by the media, have spent August taunting the president and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., claiming they don’t have the guts to buck the National Rifle … in California and in 16 other states, which allow police, mental health professionals, family members and other key players to file court petitions to block gun acquisitions or temporarily remove guns from people believed to …
Joe Biden
Must-Reads Of The Week From Brianna Labuskes | Kaiser Health News | 8/30/2019
… is no national security justification for further traumatizing sick kids at their most vulnerable,” said 2020 hopeful former Vice President Joe Biden. /p p “I tell people, I feel like I’m signing my son’s death … teams” Stateline: Success of Red Flag Laws Might Depend on Mental Health Teams /a /p p That’s it from me! Have a great weekend! /p /div /div !–/.slab-container – /div /aside p Happy Friday! Do …
As he campaigns for president, Joe Biden tells a moving but false war story By Matt Viser and Greg Jaffe Washington Post August 30, 2019 — 9:08am Purchase: Order Reprint HANOVER, N.H. — Joe Biden painted a … hall meeting about health care. Someone asked a question about mental health and Biden started talking about post-traumatic stress disorder and the heavy toll of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. He pulled his
Elizabeth Warren
Odessa, Texas, mass shooting: Beto O’Rourke, Trump reacts - CNNPolitics | 9/1/2019
… I’m sick of this. America is sick of this. We need to act,” California Sen. Kamala Harris said. Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren called out Congress. “We shouldn’t have to live with this near daily fear … and conservative allies. In recent days, Trump has pointed to mental health care as the primary response to preventing massacres. He tweeted earlier this month that he had “a very good meeting on preventing mass …
Odessa Texas Shooting: Beto O’Rourke, Trump reacts - CNNPolitics | 8/31/2019
… I’m sick of this. America is sick of this. We need to act,” California Sen. Kamala Harris said. Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren called out Congress. “We shouldn’t have to live with this near daily fear … and conservative allies. In recent days, Trump has pointed to mental health care as the primary response to preventing massacres. He tweeted earlier this month that he had “a very good meeting on preventing mass …
Pete Buttigieg
Odessa, Texas, mass shooting: Beto O’Rourke, Trump reacts - CNNPolitics | 9/1/2019
… horror,” she said. “We’ve already lost far too many to gun violence—Congress must act now.” South Bend, Indiana, Mayor Pete Buttigieg shared a similar sentiment. “Enough. Texas, my heart is with you. America, we … and conservative allies. In recent days, Trump has pointed to mental health care as the primary response to preventing massacres. He tweeted earlier this month that he had “a very good meeting on preventing mass …
Odessa Texas Shooting: Beto O’Rourke, Trump reacts - CNNPolitics | 8/31/2019
… horror,” she said. “We’ve already lost far too many to gun violence—Congress must act now.” South Bend, Indiana, Mayor Pete Buttigieg shared a similar sentiment. “Enough. Texas, my heart is with you. America, we … and conservative allies. In recent days, Trump has pointed to mental health care as the primary response to preventing massacres. He tweeted earlier this month that he had “a very good meeting on preventing mass …
Seth Moulton
News Wrap: Hong Kong democracy supporters form human chain - PBS NewsHour | 8/24/2019
… Seth Moulton of Massachusetts had focused on mental health issues, but failed to gain traction in the crowded Democratic field. Moulton is now the third candidate to quit the race in recent days. And David Koch has died. He was a billionaire businessman, one-time vice presidential nominee, and conservative mega-donor. John Yang looks at his life and legacy. John Yang: David Koch helped his brother Charles expand the …
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Dems court powerful Nevada union | CBS News | 8/24/2019
More in Trail markers South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg released a plan to expand mental health services and to combat addiction Friday morning, according to CBS News campaign reporters Nicole Sganga and Jack Turman . The … Bennet has yet to meet the fall debate requirements. Congressman Seth Moulton, who announced he’s dropping out of the race today, also slammed the DNC rules that kept him of the debate stage for both
Cory Booker
… her 2020 presidential bid Associated Press Aug 28, 2019 9:13 PM WASHINGTON Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., participates in a mental health roundtable discussion, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2019, in Manchester, N.H. (Elise Amendola/AP) Democrat … seeking the Democratic presidential nomination — including Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts, Cory Booker of New Jersey, Kamala Harris of California and Bernie Sanders of Vermont — followed her lead in calling for Franken to step down before …
… a “fair trader.” Defends decades of U.S. international trade policy. Criticizes Trump administration tariffs as counterproductive and harmful to U.S.Sen. Cory Booker addresses the crowd during the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the … or Medicaid. Would spend $100 billion over 10 years on mental health care. Wants to reduce costs of prescription drugs.Immigration: Has supported immigration legislation that includes the DREAM Act, more money for border security and …
Kirsten Gillibrand
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand says she’s ending her 2020 presidential bid Associated Press Aug 28, 2019 9:13 PM WASHINGTON Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., participates in a mental health roundtable discussion, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2019, in Manchester, N.H. (Elise Amendola/AP) Democrat Kirsten Gillibrand dropped out of the presidential race Wednesday, abruptly ending a campaign that once looked poised to ride strong MeToo credentials to formidability but instead collapsed amid surprisingly …
… a primary challenger after former Illinois congressman Joe Walsh entered the race on Aug. 25.Six candidates (New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, Massachusetts U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee, former Colorado Gov. John … or Medicaid. Would spend $100 billion over 10 years on mental health care. Wants to reduce costs of prescription drugs.Immigration: Has supported immigration legislation that includes the DREAM Act, more money for border security and …
Mike DeWine
Ohio governor: Fix Ohio’s background check system on guns | MSN | 8/28/2019
… NEXT COLUMBUS - Ohio’s background check system is “dangerously deficient,” potentially allowing people banned from having guns to access them, Gov. Mike DeWine said Wednesday. Following a mass shooting in Dayton, DeWine says he wants to … law enforcement agencies and courts to upload data on convictions, mental health judgments and other prohibited individuals regularly. Some of this work is done by hand. And current Ohio law doesn’t require those local officials …
Thursday, August 22, 2019 | Kaiser Health News | 8/22/2019
… timetable for the proposals — which will likely include other legislation and executive actions addressing domestic terrorism, violent video games and mental health treatment — but suggested that the package would be timed to Congress’s return in … office dedicated to school safety and preventing school violence. Gov. Mike DeWine on Wednesday signed an executive order establishing the Ohio School Safety Center within the Ohio Homeland Security office. (Borchardt, 8/21) Elections Bernie Sanders …
Meghan Markle
The hardest Trump story for the press to cover: His fitness for the job - CNN | 8/25/2019
… George Conway (@gtconway3d) August 24, 2019 Conway, who asserts that Trump has narcissistic personality disorder, is far from alone. Trump’s mental health keeps being invoked by commentators online and on television. In recent interviews the … things everyone heard him say. At one point he called Meghan Markle nasty on tape, then claimed he never said it . The list goes on and on, but the list is necessary in order to …
