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Some Latinos don't trust Western mental health. That's where curanderos come in

Karen Garcia

February 08, 2023 |

Los Angeles Times |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, San Diego, California

Curanderas, or traditional healers, practice the holistic methods of Curanderismo to heal the mind, body and spirit. People, specifically those in the Latino and Indigenous communities, seek our curanderas for culturally relevant care for diseases and ailments, as well as mental health.

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California health program successfully cut hospital visits

Adam Beam

February 08, 2023 |

Associated Press |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, California

California’s Whole Person Care pilot program improved care for the state’s most at-risk Medicaid patients, like those experiencing homelessness and addiction. The program resulted in fewer hospitalizations and emergency room visits and also provided assistance in education, transportation, employment and helping participants access and maintain housing. The pilot program exists in 26 counties and served about 250,000 people.

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Despite Mixed Reviews, Tiny Home Villages for Homeless People Are Growing

Robert Davis

February 07, 2023 |

Invisible People |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: United States

Villages of tiny homes are popping up in cities across the United States as temporary housing for people experiencing homelessness.

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The dance parties helping cancer-sick kids heal quickly

Abdulgafar Adebayo

February 07, 2023 |

Prime Progress |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: Nigeria, Lagos

The Children Living With Cancer Foundation organizes dance parties for children with cancer, to provide them with a sense of joy, encouragement, and community during times of need. The nonprofit also organizes community events and donations and works with local pharmacies to get patients the medicines they need at subsidized rates. So far, the Foundation has supported 300 childhood cancer patients and their families.

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A tested solution for helping teens who are homeless, or living on the brink

Sofia Jeremias

February 07, 2023 |

The Salt Lake Tribune |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Salt Lake City, Utah

Teen centers are spaces in high schools that provide youth with a place to call home if they’re experiencing housing insecurity. They also provide access to resources like food, clothes and counseling services. Several area high schools have opened their own teen centers, equipped with showers, washing machines, dryers, study rooms and trusted adults they can confide in who help them when they’re in crisis or seeking guidance.

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Serving Freshness: How Coldhubs is Tackling Food Waste in Nigeria

Chibuike Alagboso

February 06, 2023 |

Nigeria Health Watch |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: Nigeria

To help prevent food waste, Coldhubs provides solar-powered cold stations in local markets where farmers can store produce and perishable goods until they are ready to sell them. The organization has served more than 5,000 small farmers so far.

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Can Discount Grocer Lidl Offer Better Food Access in DC's Ward 7?

Ciara O'Brien

February 06, 2023 |

Civil Eats |

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Response Location: United States, District of Columbia

Discount German grocery chain Lidl operates more than 20 stores in D.C. and surrounding areas and allows residents to easily access affordable, nutritious foods. It also hires local residents, providing comprehensive benefits and job opportunities for locals.

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Mental Health: Saving our first responders

Jason Nguyen

February 06, 2023 |

Solutionaries |

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5-15 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Houston, Texas

To help address trauma and PTSD among first responders, the Houston Fire Department employs a dedicated mental health specialist and offers a peer support program where firefighters are encouraged to share about their struggles. Officers are also trained to spot symptoms of mental distress so that the department can connect staff with resources and support.

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A Gillette social service organization is helping and giving hope to the homeless

Hugh Cook

February 03, 2023 |

Wyoming Public Media |

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Response Location: United States, Gillette, Wyoming

The Day of Hope is an annual event hosted by the Council of Community Services that is intended to connect the local homeless population with social service agencies, from housing assistance to credit repair, to help them get back on their feet. CCS is the only homeless shelter in northeast Wyoming and has seen a dramatic increase in those seeking help in the past three to four years.

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Tackling Nigeria's Medication Management Challenges of Access and Adherence

Ayo Adams

February 03, 2023 |

HealthNews.ng |

Multi-Media |

3-5 Minutes

Response Location: Nigeria

Famasi is a digital medication management platform that obtains a patient’s medication history and creates an individual care plan. The care plan includes a specialist who tracks drug use and side effects and also ensures medication is delivered to patients’ doors on a monthly basis. Because Famasi is available on mobile apps, patients can also track their medications and appointments from the comfort of their homes, which increases medication access, especially for those who struggle to make it to in-person care centers.

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