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PRCA partners with ISMAUK to tackle stress and mental health issues

Stuart Mitchell

The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has partnered with the International Stress Management Association (ISMAUK) to help reduce the stigmas attached to stress and mental health issues in the PR and communications industry.  ISMAUK is the leading professional body for workplace and personal stress management, wellbeing and performance, and will collaborate with the PRCA on events and initiatives throughout 2022, to help support its UK members.  Earlier this year, the PRCA, CIPR, and Opinium conducted research, which found 90% of PR professionals have struggled with their mental wellbeing to some extent over the past…

Together, Crest and Oral-B Are “Closing the Smile Gap” to End Oral Health Inequity for Kids in America

Stuart Mitchell

Every child deserves a healthy smile, but the opportunities to achieve one aren’t always equal. Oral health issues reach every mile of the country, but especially impact those living in underserved communities. In fact, Black children are almost twice as likely to have fair or poor oral health and Hispanic kids are nearly four times as likely to suffer as their peers.* For too many families, the preventative dental care and resources needed to avoid tooth decay are just out of reach. This painful reality creates a lifetime of oral…

Trolls join UN campaign for healthier eating, sustainable living

Stuart Mitchell

As part of the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables, the bright-eyed bushy-haired children’s favourites have joined the United Nations, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the UN Foundation, in a campaign that mobilizes action for a healthy diet and sustainable living.  David Bynder, Senior Vice President of Global Brand Partnerships for DreamWorks Animation, which produces the films and tv series, said that “the Trolls are a celebration of positivity” and that his company hopes that “their enthusiasm will inspire kids and families around the world.”  Food heroes  In the next few weeks, the #TrollsFoodHeroes digital and online campaign will enlist more food heroes, who, like the Trolls, see the life-enhancing value of fruits and vegetables and the fight…

Walgreens and Mental Health America Team Up to Raise Funds and Provide Mental Health Support This Holiday Season

Stuart Mitchell

This December, Walgreens and Mental Health America (MHA) are teaming up to provide support for mental health this holiday season. Together, Walgreens and MHA are asking people to donate to a virtual ‘Swear Jar’ when they experience the inevitable holiday hiccups that make them want to yell out a ‘humbug.’ MHA is the leading community based nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing the needs of those living with mental illness and to promoting the overall mental health of all Americans. “During the holidays, customers and patients often turn to Walgreens for…

A venture fund to put millions behind 70 entrepreneurs to solve the post-COVID crisis in children’s mental health

Stuart Mitchell

This month sees the beginning of an intensive full-time 12-month program for 70 individuals whose mission is to create ventures that will help every child and young person to maintain good mental and emotional health. According to the *Mental Health Organisation, 75% of children and young people who experience a mental health problem aren’t getting the help they need. Zinc VC is committed to investing in the 70 founders and the ventures they will build during the programme, which will create better, more accessible and more effective solutions to ensure…