Sentences with phrase «health needs of our citizens»

The Mental Health Act of 1963 launched a bold new approach toward meeting the community mental health needs of our citizens.

About Michigan Medicine At Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, we create the future of healthcare through the discovery of new knowledge for the benefit of patients and society; educate the next generation of physicians, health professionals and scientists; and serve the health needs of our citizens.

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He highlighted their need for food, clean water, improved maternal health and also the importance of co-operation between the British Government and the Catholic community for the good of all citizens.

Many persons who are not likely to join groups in churches and schools may do so if they're made available in family counseling agencies» mental health services, youth organizations, business and industry, fraternal groups, self - help groups (such as A.A., P.W.P., Alanon, etc.), and in the many organizations devoted to special needs of the handicapped, ex-prisoners, ex-patients, unwed parents, minority groups of all kinds, senior citizens, community action groups, ethnic organizations.

State or local mental health associations can provide church social - action groups with current information concerning the problems and needs of their area, including mental health legislation which needs citizen support.

Our citizens need to become informed about the significant health effects of food on our bodies and how it connects to our longevity.

Develop the capacity of health and childcare workers, nutritionists, government officials, social workers, citizen groups and the community in general to understand breastfeeding and sound infant and young child nutrition needs.

Health care needs to be about the well being of our citizens, not executives» bottom line.»

This is primarily a health crisis and must be handled as such, but at the same time, we must address the needs and fears of our citizens to make sure they understand that the matter is under control.

I know what needs to be done in this department to build on the good things that are taking place while making the appropriate adjustments that will benefit all aspects of Public Health and the citizens of Oneida County.»

We need a blueprint, not press releases and sound bites, for building a new, modern mental health care system that will ensure access for all of New York's citizens who need it.

The poor word choices, which resulted from the passion expressed by some, diverted the attention away from the legitimate concerns of the more than 500 hardworking mental - health workers, correctional officers, caregivers for developmentally - disabled individuals, administrative personnel and others who attended the rally to call for substantive dialogue with the governor about the direction we need to take the Empire State so that it serves all its citizens well, especially the most vulnerable among us.»

«We need something better... that will bring us cleaner, safer bays and public health protection,» said Adrienne Esposito, executive director of Citizens Campaign for the Environment.

Just as the founding of the NHS in 1948 was a great national movement creating a health service for everyone, today all sectors of society — from employers, teachers, designers, manufacturers, as well as citizens, community groups and government — need to come together to improve the health of the nation.

This would be of benefit to both the individual and public health and can empower citizens to become better aware of their vaccination status and needs.»

Edwards made the case for the need for citizens to be informed and aware of potential risks to their health and the health of their children.

Things have started to change in Flint, but fixing its water system will take years, and its citizens will need continued support in many areas — including nutrition, health care and education — to manage the effects of lead poisoning over the coming decades.

He added: «The study is a first step, but there needs to be more investment in empirical research around how racial bias may influence people's policy decisions, particularly those policies that impact on the health and wellbeing of US citizens.»

Chairman Lamar Alexander and Ranking Member Patty Murray of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee have led the process to develop legislation that addresses both equity and excellence to help our school boards provide the high - quality public education that all our children deserve and need to be successful adults and citizens.»

The Center for Birds of Prey exists to educate citizens about bird health and to care for avian species in need.

BARCS envisions an animal shelter where all animals in good health and temperament find new homes, where they are housed in a low - stress, comfortable environment, where spay / neuter surgeries are offered at low - cost to the Baltimore community, where residents can turn in times of personal crisis for help with their pet, where citizens are educated on the proper care of animals, and where abused and neglected animals can receive the love and care they need to recover.

«Caroline County is committed to emergency preparedness and ensuring that responders have the resources needed to assist our citizens and their pets,» said Linda Woodall of the Caroline County Health Department.

From landmark agreements protecting fish and wildlife habitat, to innovative educational programming, and hundreds of partnerships with organizations serving those in need throughout the state, the Muckleshoot Tribe is contributing to the health of its forests and the quality of life of its citizens and neighbors.

Instead of making money by harvesting forests for wood products and for crops like palm oil, governments and citizens in the developing world would need to accept a different model based on so - called conservation payments, which could be used for education, health care, and alternative economic development.

To accomplish this we need to do a much better job of connecting A2C and other outcomes in the minds of the general public: under - clothed citizens» health will decline from overexposure to the elements (both cold and sun), further taxing the health care system; families may fall apart under the stress and embarrassment of making and wearing their own clothing; those children forced to attend school in their birthday suits may be permanently traumatized or choose to play hookey rather than be subjected to the shame of conspicuous under - consumption.

in the community as a way for citizens to obtain access to the kinds of information, resources and pathways that they need to address the broad spectrum of their needs and problems (sorting out legal problems from other challenges including financial, relationships, health, social services etc.).

Patriot Executive Designed for frequently traveling executives under the age of 76 — U.S. and non U.S. citizens Frequently traveling executives covered by health insurance in their home country still need medical coverage when they travel outside their home country.

Other important factors to consider as a 40 - or 50 - year - old considering the purchase of term life insurance include the financial condition and physical health of a senior - citizen parent, the financial commitments that may have been made by a two income - earner household, such as a second residential property, and the day - to - day needs of grown children still living at home.

HDFC ERGO understands the importance of health insurance for Senior Citizens and their growing medical needs.

If you're not a U.S. citizen but looking for a domestic health insurance plan, you'll need one of these documents to show proof of identity and current immigration status:

Here comes the need of health insurance for senior citizen in the picture.

Star health has schemes that offer senior citizen health insurance that can cater to the specific needs of the elderly.

Taking care of health is always a primary concern and it becomes more important, when it comes to health care needs of senior citizens.

Senior citizen health plans from United India provide a health cover to cater health care needs of the senior citizen customers.

16 The General Assembly finds that the mental health and wellness needs of Georgia's citizens 17 require the availability of trained mental health professionals who can accurately diagnose, 18 treat, prescribe, and appropriately assess the mental and emotional illnesses, disorders, and 19 conditions from which they suffer and the vocational, educational, interpersonal, and 20 intrapersonal needs essential to living and learning how to live productive and useful lives.

The group of 29 concerned citizens have scheduled and impromptu meetings with state legislators to educate them about the reproductive health needs of the people of West Tennessee.

«As essential community providers, we understand firsthand what happens when patients can not access the preventive services they need,» said Lynda Sampson, chair of the MA Family Planning Association and director of Family Planning at Citizens for Citizens, Inc. «Not only do these cuts deprive low - income women the ability to access the basic health care they need and deserve, these cuts are counter to Governor Baker's goal to reduce government spending.»

Detroit Central City Community Mental Health is a primary provider of essential behavioral health and medical services to Detroit's citizens who are most inHealth is a primary provider of essential behavioral health and medical services to Detroit's citizens who are most inhealth and medical services to Detroit's citizens who are most in need.

Although the majority of households in Jacksonville are headed by a married couple, nearly 37 % of citizens live with someone who is not related to them.2 Since Jacksonville has a highly diverse population, 3 services for families in need of behavioral health counseling must be adaptable to and respectful of each population's unique needs.

This presents a unique family situation for many citizens of Long Beach.2 Additionally, depression and anxiety rank as two of the most serious health issues facing the city's residents.3 With many uninsured, poor, and otherwise underserved families, the Long Beach mental health community has to fight an uphill battle in order to bring behavioral services to those who most need it.