We are in an era of unprecedented medical innovation. Scientists are making remarkable progress to diagnose and treat diseases, bringing new hope to patients across the world. Unfortunately, these breakthroughs fail to reach everyone due to barriers to care.
Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, N.J., USA recently issued its 2015/2016 Global Corporate Responsibility Report. The report provides an overview of the company’s corporate responsibility activities, progress and performance in the areas of Access to Health, Environmental Sustainability, Employees and Ethics & Transparency.
We are at a juncture in malaria eradication. If we can sustain the extraordinary efforts of the past 15 years and continue to invest much needed resources, we stand a chance of reaching a malaria-free world within our generation. The upcoming fifth Replenishment Conference of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria in Canada represents an important milestone in the fight against malaria and also gives us a fantastic opportunity to take stock of successes and focus on the work ahead.
Sodexo, world leader in Quality of Life Services, today announced the introduction of the first certified gluten-free dining hall on a college campus. In partnership with Kent State University (KSU), Sodexo, the world’s largest employer of registered dietitians, helped design and will manage day to day operations of the dining hall which serves approximately 800 students every day.
Do you blame the pollen count for your coughing, sneezing and stuffy nose? Do you track the pollen count and stay indoors on heavy pollen days? I hate to tell you, but the quality of air inside of buildings, where people spend about 90 percent of their time, is even more important to your health. Ironically, according to the EPA, indoor air can be two to five times more polluted—and in some cases up to 100 times more polluted—than outdoor air. This is a significant issue in schools, where exposure to allergens, such as dust mites, pests and molds can trigger asthma symptoms.
When your company has bold plans to evolve its workplace giving program, it’s easy to get excited about making a bigger and more authentic impact on your people, your business and your community. You might have a clear vision for how to take your program to the next level — big ideas for embedding an authentic culture of Goodness into your people’s day-to-day work experience, and a desire to fundamentally refocus giving and volunteering as key drivers of employee recruitment, retention and engagement. Who wouldn’t want to get behind an evolution like that?
High-profile events impacting water supply and distribution networks in the U.S. have dramatically raised the awareness of operational challenges. At the same time, these events demonstrate an opportunity to change decades-long funding trends that have left many water systems struggling to adequately finance upgrades and repairs.
The U.S. Conference of Mayors and VSP Global announced today that more than 6,000 adults and children across the country have received free eye care and eyewear if needed during the first half of their yearlong partnership to help people who need it most.
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) today announced a new contract with Virgin Pulse to offer a customized wellness platform to its members. Beginning in 2017, BCBSRI members will have access to the global online solution to encourage, improve and sustain healthy habits.
Independence Blue Cross (Independence) today launched its 2016 campaign for the United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ). Independence's campaign -- Give for a Better Community -- is a celebration of the unique history of our city and Independence's leadership in making our community a better place to live and work.
Pernod Ricard USA’s Absolut® Vodka, Malibu® and Jameson® Irish Whiskey brands are sponsoring the first integrated, local transit information program displayed on TouchTunes digital jukeboxes in bars and taverns nationwide. Pernod Ricard USA is sponsoring this initiative on behalf of its Absolut® Vodka, Malibu® and Jameson® Irish Whiskey brands to reinforce the importance of drinking responsibly and traveling safely.
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