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October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to honor and remember those lost to abuse, celebrate and support survivors, and focus on domestic violence awareness and prevention. Domestic violence refers to a pattern of abusive behavior aimed at gaining power and control over an individual in any domestic situation, including a spouse or partner, parent, sibling, cousin or other family member family, or a roommate. Abusive behavior or threats of action may include physical, sexual, emotional, economic, psychological or technological abuse, as well as harassment. Domestic violence includes child abuse, elder abuse, dating violence and domestic violencewhich…

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DocUNight highlights mental health with HAFF short films! On the eve of World Mental Health Day, UN City Copenhagen will partner with the WHO Health for All Film Festival for the UN intra-agency initiative docUNight, screening award-winning HAFF films and officially selected on various themes related to mental health and well-being. The screening is followed by discussions and Q&As with experts, promoting conversation, actions and solutions to reduce stigma and improve well-being for all.In the short films, we will meet ordinary people who struggle with mental health issues with extraordinary determination and resilience. Addressing topics such as depression, climate anxiety,…

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The new center will serve as a hub for scientific research and promote rigorous, evidence-based approaches to mindfulness practice. For immediate release: Monday April 24, 2023 Boston, MA – The Thich Nhat Hanh Center for Mindfulness in Public Health will be launched on April 26 at the Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health. The Center was established with a $25 million gift from an anonymous donor, one of the largest gifts to the School. The Center’s mission is to empower people around the world to live with purpose, serenity and joy through the practice of mindfulness; pursue evidence-based approaches…

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On July 7, 2023, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced new reimbursement rates for the School Nutrition Programs (SNP) and Food Distribution Program (FDP). School Nutrition Programs Federal Reimbursement Rates Annual adjustments to the federal reimbursement rate for the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and the School Breakfast Program (SBP) reflect changes in the Food Away From Home series of the Consumer Price Index for all urban consumers. The annual rate adjustment for the School Milk Program reflects changes in the producer price index for consumer dairy products. A document detailing the SNP reimbursement rates for the period July…

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In celebration of World Mental Health Day and the 75th anniversary of WHO, WHO and UN City Copenhagen are organizing a docUNight screening of award-winning short films on various topics related to mental health and well-being.In the short films, we will meet ordinary people with extraordinary determination and resilience. Addressing topics such as depression, climate anxiety, schizophrenia, stigma or homelessness – combined with a strong message of hope – the films highlight the importance of connecting with each other, promoting discussion, dialogue and understanding.The short films are among the shortlisted or winning films of the WHO Health for All Film…

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Smoothies are the perfect on-the-go breakfast: they’re quick and easy to prepare and a convenient way to fuel up for the day or recover after a workout. It’s also a great way to get more protein into your morning.Studies have shown many benefits of eating breakfastespecially when proteins are involved. The American Society for Nutrition states that eating a protein-rich breakfast contributes to better blood sugar control, reduced nighttime cravings, and increased muscle mass. Consuming a breakfast containing at least 18 grams (g) of protein was found to be an effective weight loss strategy because it reduced participants’ calorie intake…

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Should you training with the air conditioner on? The subject has often been debated among aptitudemonsters. While some prefer to work out without an air conditioner, thanks to the popular belief that “the more you sweat, the more weight you lose”, experts say that working out in a gym or indoor air-conditioned premises is in recommended, especially during busy periods. summer.But maintaining a moderate temperature is important, they say.“A temperature of 23 to 25 degrees during training is optimal”Experts say that when working out in an air-conditioned environment, you should make sure it’s not too cold and avoid working out…

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