Mental Health
Doctor Anywhere launches online mental health consultation service in the region; campaign to destigmatise mental wellness
* Users can speak to a panel of registered psychologists and counsellors remotely via video-call on the Doctor Anywhere app. * Fees for online therapy sessions are, on average, 50 percent lower compared to face-to-face sessions. * Collaboration with award-winning agency GERMS on creative cam...
Over One Thousand Psychiatrists Gather Online for Second Asia Pacific Psychiatry Symposium
SHANGHAI, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Second Asia Pacific Psychiatry Symposium hosted by Luye Pharma Group took place as an online event onOctober 17, 2020. More than 1,000 psychiatrists and experts from 9 countries and regions including mainlandChina, Malaysia, Korea, Singapore, and Thaila...
More than one third of Australian employees are less motivated at work than before the pandemic
Morneau Shepell's Mental Health Index™ rises slightly in September MELBOURNE, Oct. 14, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Morneau Shepell, a leading provider of total wellbeing, mental health and digital mental health services, today released its monthly Mental Health Index™ report, making September the sixth ...
US researchers seeking 6,000+ participants for world's largest eating disorders genetics study
CHAPEL HILL, N.C., Oct. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- University of North Carolina ( UNC) researchers are seeking more than 6,000 participants aged 18 years and over, with first-hand experience of eating disorders to enroll in the world's largest ever genetic research study into three complex, devastat...
Frost & Sullivan Presents 5 Key Technologies and Investments in Mental Health Management
In observance of World Mental Health Day 2020, healthcare experts share key findings on investments and tools contributing to treatments for mental health disorders SANTA CLARA, Calif., Oct. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Isolation and loneliness due to the COVID-19 pandemic have caused stress, anxiety...
Maybelline New York Launches Brave Together: A Long-Term Program to Support Anxiety and Depression Worldwide
NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Around the world, people are living with anxiety and depression. Anxiety affects more than 284 million people. Depression affects more than 264 million.1 Half of all mental health conditions start by age 14,2 and with Covid-19, these numbers are rising. As...
Alcohol Detection Anklets Showing Promise in NZ
With COVID-19, Incidents of Alcohol Abuse Reportedly on the Rise AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Sept. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Alcohol Detection Anklets (ADA) are garnering a lot of attention in New Zealand and Australia for helping alcohol-involved clients refrain from drinking. The anklets use transde...
Gisele Buendchen Partners With Insight Timer To Encourage Millions To Meditate For Free
Gisele Buendchen And Insight Timer Respond To The Impact Of COVID-19 On Mental Health By Leading Free Guided Meditations And Live Events On Insight Timer In English And Portuguese. NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Insight Timer, the world's largest free meditation app for anxiety, s...
New Work Culture Emerges as World Transitions
SINGAPORE, Sept. 2, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Cigna's (NYSE:CI) International
Markets business has published new figures from itsCigna COVID-19 Global Impact
Study
The Brain Protection Company Awarded $1M Research Grant To Pursue Novel Approach To Treat Alzheimer's Disease
SYDNEY, Aug. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The Brain Protection Company Pty Ltd, a privately-held medical device company developing novel therapies and diagnostics for Alzheimer's disease, today announced it has been awarded aUS$1 million grant from the Part the Cloud – Bill Gates Partnership Grant Pr...
COVID-19 and heightened attention to racism affect Australian workers' mental health and relationships
Morneau Shepell's Mental Health Index™ remains steady in July at 12 points below the pre-pandemic benchmark of 75 MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Morneau Shepell, a leading provider of total wellbeing, mental health and digital mental health services, today released its month...
CKGSB Survey Finds Key Details on Employee Mental Health during COVID-19 Lockdown
BEIJING, July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Individual psychological resilience has
a strong bearing on corporate resilience. The CKGSB Leadership and Motivation
Research Center, led byDr. Zhang Xiaomeng
From The Alzheimer's Association International Conference 2020: The Impact Of COVID-19 And The Global Pandemic On Alzheimer's Research, Long-Term Care And The Brain
CHICAGO, July 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- COVID-19 and the global pandemic have caused significant disruption to all aspects of life including Alzheimer's clinical research worldwide. The impact of COVID, quarantine, and the resulting fear and isolation are causing problems, but also driving unprece...
From The Alzheimer's Association International Conference 2020: Flu, Pneumonia Vaccinations Tied To Lower Risk Of Alzheimer's Dementia
CHICAGO, July 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Flu (influenza) and pneumonia vaccinations are associated with reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease, according to new research reported at theAlzheimer's Association International Conference ® (AAIC®) 2020. Three research studies reported at AAIC 2020 su...
Bupa Global Research finds Hong Kong and Mainland China senior executives increasingly concerned about health issues
* A majority of senior executives in Hong Kong (87.6%) and Mainland China (70.5%) have experienced physical and mental health pressure amid the outbreak of COVID-19, but less than 9% seeking professional support * Only 32% and 25.2% of Hong Kong senior executives stated financial stability, and...
World Brain Day 2020 "Moves to End Parkinson's Disease"
On July 22, World Brain Day is dedicated to raising awareness to improve the lives of those with Parkinson's Disease and their caregivers LONDON, July 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- On July 22, the World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is partnering with the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder...
Mexico Telecommunication Giant, Alestra, Deploys Bright Pattern Contact Center Software for CENACED's Telehealth Services During COVID-19
Alestra, deploys Bright Pattern Contact Center for nonprofit, CENACED, to offer remote psychological teleassistance services during the pandemic SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, California, July 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- CENACED, a non-profit healthcare organization, has deployed Bright Pattern as their clou...
Rapidly Changing Behaviours In 2020 Are Accelerating Consumer Embrace of Digital, Health, and Sustainability Trends, Says PwC
NEW YORK, July 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- * 45% of global consumers say healthcare is one of the top three reasons for living in a city * 69% of global consumers are more focused on mental health and well being * 43% of global consumer expect businesses to be accountable for their environment...
Australians concerned about return to pre-pandemic life and economy
Morneau Shepell's Mental Health Index™ improves slightly for June with a 12-point decline from the pre-pandemic benchmark of 75 MELBOURNE, Australia, July 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Morneau Shepell, a leading provider of total wellbeing, mental health and digital mental health services, today relea...
Sweeping Workplace Changes Expected in a Post-pandemic World, Says Research From The Adecco Group
ZURICH, June 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- * Workers demand greater flexibility after coronavirus, with a 50/50 split of remote and office time confirmed as the universal ideal * Questions raised over the hours-based contract, with 69% saying contracts should be based on results delivered rather t...
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