The Girl Scouts of the USA is empowering girls from diverse backgrounds and abilities to be themselves, discover their strengths, and overcome challenges through various programs. With the support of volunteers, mentors, and millions of former members, they are leading the way in finding their voices and driving positive change on issues such as environmental justice and friendship.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/girl-scouts-of-the-usa-presenta-el-programa-exclusivo-preparate-con-girl-scouts-tm-para-ayudar-a-las-ninas-de-preescolar-y-jardin-de-infantes-a-prepararse-para-el-proximo-ano-escolar-850303099.htmlThe Indian apex court has expressed concern over a disturbing pattern of student suicides at various educational institutes, highlighting the need for a more effective mechanism to address factors that lead to such tragedies. The court emphasizes the importance of seeking help and counseling, particularly through the Sanjivini Society for Mental Health hotline (011-40769002) available from 10 am to 7:30 pm on weekdays.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/supreme-court-wants-to-know-if-firs-filed-over-suicides-of-iit-student-neet-aspirant/article69544648.eceA Queensland Police inquest has revealed that officers had opportunities to intervene in the life of Ashlee Good's killer, Nikita Cauchi, before his tragic death. Cauchi, who was homeless and living apart from his family in Toowoomba, had stopped taking medication and ceased seeing a psychiatrist in 2020. In January 2023, he called police to report his father for theft, claiming the knives were essential to him. Senior Constables Matthew McDonnell and Hope Porter responded, noting Cauchi's fixation on the knives and irrational fears about homelessness. However, an email from McDonnell seeking follow-up mental health support was forgotten due to the officer's distraction with other duties.
https://www.9news.com.au/national/bondi-junction-inquest-coroner-likely-to-recommend-improvements-after-police-failed-to-link-joel-cauchi-mass-killing-to-mental-health-system/304a788e-b7be-4f63-a816-bbdcf7b80b98A podcast has revealed evidence of telepathy between parents and autistic children, with hosts sharing personal experiences that challenge their assumptions about communication. The host's cameraman, Michael Agnesanti, questions the need for faith after being exposed to this phenomenon, sparking new inquiries among listeners who have been influenced by "The Telepathy Tapes".
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-14677491/autistic-son-read-mind-podcast-children-telepathic-CHRISTOPHER-STEVENS.htmlThe US government is cracking down on the opioid crisis, with a father who lost his son to fentanyl overdosing warning that it can happen to anyone. Steve Muth's 23-year-old son Zachary died from an overdose while in college, and he now advocates for stricter regulations to combat the deadly crisis.
https://www.foxnews.com/us/father-whose-son-died-from-fentanyl-warns-overdoses-can-happen-anyone-states-fight-deadly-crisisMelgar, now 33, used his work insurance benefits to get a private assessment, revealing he had ADHD from a young age. His siblings acknowledged the condition, but their parents, immigrant immigrants, struggled to understand and address it due to language barriers. Melgar wishes he received help earlier, citing difficulties in university with focus and managing workload.
https://thestar.com/news/canada/these-adults-say-their-adhd-diagnoses-were-life-changing-but-others-are-falling-for-clickbaitish/article_5fc77890-1087-4bda-b20b-3aab071e87aa.htmlIndia's new initiative to curb the illegal sale of sedative drugs is expected to receive strong public support if adequately staffed. The move aims to safeguard public health, particularly in rural areas where access to healthcare can be limited. If successful, it could benefit thousands of people living in remote regions.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/health/tn-govt-to-form-flying-squads-to-curb-sedative-drugs-sale-1/Kaiser Permanente and the National Union of Healthcare Workers (NUHW) have reached a tentative agreement on a new contract, ending a six-month strike by hundreds of mental health and addiction medicine workers in Southern California. The union is reviewing the agreement with its members and expects to complete a ratification vote by Thursday, which would make the new contract effective immediately if approved. The NUHW had sought increased wages, more time for patient care duties, and restored pensions for newly hired mental health professionals. Former California Health and Human Services Secretary Mark Ghaly and former Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg provided instrumental support during negotiations.
https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/kaiser-permanente-nuhw-reach-agreement-to-end-months-long-strike/509-9d33c7bd-4a1b-4a7d-bf7c-2c355fda059fThe National Alliance for Hispanic Health is partnering with Merck to provide free online access to the Merck Manuals, a widely recognized and authoritative medical reference. The collaboration aims to strengthen the alliance's efforts to offer free, accessible, accurate, and relevant health information to communities across the US. The initiative is part of the alliance's educational programs, which aim to provide trustworthy medical information in both English and Spanish. Dr. Jane Delgado, president and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health, expressed her excitement about the collaboration, stating that it reflects the organization's commitment to supporting women, who often lead health efforts in their homes and communities, with the information they need to make informed decisions.
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