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The Administration Announced Ending Hunger, Improving Nutrition and Physical Activity, and Reducing Diet-Related Diseases and Disparities

Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine

Joining initiatives announced by the administration at the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health, the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine (AIHM) and its partner, the Miraglo Foundation, are committing to pledge nearly $4.5 million for health provider education, joining more than $8 billion pledged by other aligned business entities, civic organizations, academic institutions, and philanthropic leaders to end hunger and to reduce nutrition-related disease by 2030. The two organizations have been in conversation with the White House and are aligning in support of the United States Department of Health and Human Services federal programming and coordination efforts related to food and nutrition insecurity and nutrition-related diseases. Specifically, the White House’s plan to end hunger and reduce nutrition-related disease by 2030, and programming outlined by the federal government around integrating nutrition and health, as well as, empowering all consumers to make and have access to healthy choices. AIHM and the Miraglo Foundation, under the leadership of Mimi Guarneri, MD, FACC, ABOIM, and Founding President of AIHM, have committed to fundraising $4.5 million for 10,000 scholarships in fundamental nutrition education and 60 scholarships for the AIHM integrative health fellowship program for physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers. The AIHM 1000-hour fellowship program offers an inter-professional and comprehensive understanding of integrative health and medicine, which includes clinical nutrition education. AIHM's leadership and board are also committing in-kind hours supporting this commitment and the White House's new strategies. ''We are fully committed to providing access to programs that improve nutrition and healthy lifestyle education for health care providers, including macro and micro nutrition, physical activity, sleep restoration, connection and community, and resilience," said Tabatha Parker, Executive Director, AIHM. "We believe that healthcare will not transform to a model that focuses on lifestyle solutions for chronic disease without the training of healthcare providers and the education of health to consumers," states Dr. Guarneri, AIHM Founding president. AIHM and the Miraglo Foundation commit to fundraising for scholarships worldwide and providing access to programs that complement conventional medical education for healthcare professionals. The two entities envision more healthcare schools with programs addressing these gaps in education. For more information, or if you'd like to support AIHM and the Miraglo Foundation's commitment, please go to www.aihm.org or www.miraglofoundation.org. About AIHM Founded in 1978, the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine (AIHM) is the leading interprofessional organization for traditional, complementary, and integrative health practitioners worldwide. In 2021, AIHM merged with the Academic Collaborative of Integrative Health (ACIH). Together, they are working to advance integrative health on a global scale and transform health and wellness through education, leadership, collaboration, research, and advocacy. About Miraglo Foundation The Miraglo Foundation is a California-based 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity founded in 2011 by two pioneering integrative healthcare providers, Mimi Guarneri, MD and Rauni Prittinen King, RN, MIH after years of traveling to impoverished communities around the world. "We found out that the only way to make an impact on people's lives is by training existing healthcare providers in healthy lifestyles and serving underserved communities, locally and globally. The White Houses' plan to end hunger and reduce lifestyle related diseases by 2030 fits with our mission and experience," states Rauni Prittinen King RN, MIH, Miraglo Foundation, President. Contact Details AIHM Caitlin Marinaro +1 858-240-9033 cmarinaro@aihm.org Company Website https://aihm.org

October 03, 2022 06:08 AM Pacific Daylight Time

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2022 Taitung Blue Ocean Daily—Taitung’s First Ever Long-Distance Outrigger Canoe Challenge Rediscovers the Glory of the Austronesian Origin Point

Taitung County Government

TAITUNG, TAIWAN - Media OutReach - 30 September 2022 - Taitung launched its new Taitung Blue Ocean Daily festival on September 17 at four of the county’s iconic maritime venues: Shanyuan Bay, Jinzun, Flowing Lake, and Green Island. There will be 5 weeks of activities between these famous locations. Many paid a visit to Shanyuan to witness the spectacle that is the Outrigger Canoe. For this year’s event, Kimokeo Kapahulehua (Unkle K), an international expert from Hawaii, was invited to share his story about how his Austronesian ancestors thousands of years ago sailed from Taiwan to Hawaii on canoes. Unkle K arrived in Taiwan to sail on the Outrigger to further connect with his ancestors. On Thursday, 22 September, the Taitung County Government collaborated with Kimokeo Foundation in Hawaii, and the local Duli tribe to undergo the challenge to sail a long-distance on an outrigger canoe on Taiwanese waters for the first time. The canoe departed from the coastal waters of the Pacific Ocean and sailed towards the traditional waters of the Duli tribe, establishing a meaningful milestone for the 2022 Taitung Blue Ocean Daily. Taitung County Government collaborates with the Kimokeo Foundation from Hawaii, and the local Duli tribe to undergo first-time long-distance outrigger canoe sailing on Taiwanese waters. The Austronesian Culture feat. Indigenous Tribal Life Experience was held on Thursday, September 22, marking the first time Taiwan has ever sailed in the Pacific Ocean along the coast on an outrigger canoe. When the outrigger canoe sailed near Pacefongan, the traditional waters of the Duli tribe, sailors blew through conch shells to announce their visit. Meanwhile, the people shoreside responded friendly by blowing bamboo horns in a canoe welcoming ceremony. After the outrigger canoe successfully landed on the shore, the elders presented the oarsman on the outrigger canoes with the traditional Amis ornaments to express their welcome. The outrigger canoe was named Pera (meaning the sea water splits) after the rocks on the river mouth at the Duli tribe as a means to re-establish tradition and camaraderie among the islands of the Austronesian tribes. After the canoe welcome ceremony, the Duli tribe invited the representatives from the Kimokeo Foundation of Hawaii to visit the Amis Folk Center to conduct a house worship ceremony and fired blanks from bamboo cannons to salute and bless the visitors as well as to share the legacy of the Amis culture. The Taitung County Government claims that Taiwan is the home of the Austronesian tribes. Taitung is home to 6 Austronesian tribes: Paiwan, Bunun, Rukai, Pinuyumayan, Yami (Tao), and Kavalan tribes. As Taitung is the only county with the most indigenous tribes in Taiwan, these tribes help form Taitung’s diverse local culture. As the Austronesian tribes have over 3000 years of history building connections and friendships amongst the island nations by sailing across the Pacific Ocean on outrigger canoes, hence Taiwan is the homeland of the Austronesians. The Taitung County Government intends to re-create the cultural legacy of the Austronesian tribes and introduce the diverse tribal cultures, the longest and the most beautiful coastline in Taiwan, as well as the unique charm of the local seaside city to the world. For more information, please visit Taitung Blue Ocean Daily’s FB page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083162535238 Contact Details Hsu Yi-Chung w2034@taitung.gov.tw

September 30, 2022 09:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Understanding Inherited Cancer Risk and Genetic Testing

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For certain cancers that disproportionally or exclusively affect women, like breast and ovarian cancer, there is a bias to focus on the mother’s side of the family tree in health conversations. And for many, especially previvors – people living at risk of a particular disease but not yet diagnosed – that seemed like enough. But as research has evolved and our understanding of inherited risk has deepened, it has become clearer that genetic risk on our dad’s side of the family can also increase an individual's breast and ovarian cancer risk. Recently, Cancer Previvor Jen Culton and Board-Certified Physician Assistant, Skyler Jesz, participated in a nationwide satellite media tour to discuss inherited risk from dad’s side of the family and some tips to help you take a proactive approach to your health. A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/0cFRDhC4JHs A recent survey from Myriad Genetics,, a leader in genetic testing, underscores that dad’s side of the family is often overlooked, and much more: More than a third of women do not feel knowledgeable about their father's side of the family. Only 30% of women are very comfortable speaking with their father about their potential risk of getting breast or ovarian cancer, compared to 57% being very comfortable speaking about it with their mother. This is much lower in comparison to the almost 80% of women who consider themselves knowledgeable about their mother’s family health history. 48-year-old Jen Culton sought genetic testing in 2013 after her older sister’s breast cancer diagnosis to find out if she might be at risk. Results showed that she carries a BRCA1 gene mutation and is at increased risk of developing the disease. The news came as a surprise. Jen knew her mother’s health history and it didn’t include cancer. What she didn’t know then: her father’s family history of cancer; the gene mutation came from him. She used this information to take proactive measures to address her risk. For more information, visit myriad.com/knowyourrisk About Jen Culton: Jen Culton is a 48-year-old living previvor. She is at risk for breast and ovarian cancer and came to learn about it in unexpected and surprising ways. It began with her sister Mickey Marasco. Mickey was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2013. Her doctors recommended she undergo genetic testing, and it was discovered that she carries a BRCA1 gene mutation. While undergoing cancer treatment, Mickey had one request: that all six of her siblings undergo genetic testing as well. The siblings went for testing together, and two of Mickey’s sisters (Jen being one of them) were also found to carry the same BRCA1 mutation. For Jen it came as a surprise. She knew her mother’s side did not have a history of cancer. Later she learned that her father’s side did and the gene mutations actually came from their father’s side of the family. But the family’s story doesn’t end there. Jen has three biological daughters – 26, 19, and 10 – who are now facing a similar reality. Genetic testing confirmed that Jen’s oldest daughter is not BRCA1 positive. Her second daughter, however, inherited the BRCA1 mutation from Jen, as well as an ATM gene mutation from her father. Her chances of developing cancer are extraordinarily higher than that of the average woman, up to 87% for breast cancer. With this knowledge, she’s ready to face what’s next, and is considering what proactive measures she should take for her health – just like her mom and her aunts, also BRCA1 positive who sought out proactive measures to manage their risks, and all three are now thriving. About Skyler Jesz, Board Certified Physician Assistant: Skyler Jesz is an Omaha native. She attended the College of Saint Mary, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She moved away from Omaha for the first time to attend the physician assistant program at Des Moines University in Des Moines, Iowa. Upon completion of the program, Skyler began her career in the primary care setting, working in a private family practice just outside of Omaha. After more than four years as a primary care provider, she transitioned to her current OBGYN setting. Skyler loves being part of a medical practice that puts patients first and uses the most up-to-date research and recommendations to provide comprehensive and compassionate care. She has a passion for preventative medicine, including genetics and cancer risk assessment. Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

September 29, 2022 03:46 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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XPOINT VERIFY IS LIVE IN THE USA WITH PLAYSTAR

Xpoint Technology

Xpoint, the leading geolocation and compliance technology company specializing in North American sports betting and iGaming markets, has announced that Xpoint Verify – Xpoint's real-money gaming geolocation product - is now live in-market in the USA with Xpoint partner PlayStar, the challenger online casino brand that recently launched in New Jersey. The news that Xpoint Verify is now live in the USA with PlayStar comes shortly after the company’s recent announcements that it is live in Canada and the USA with multiple partners, marking another milestone moment in the establishment of Xpoint as the most innovative, exciting new geolocation technology specialists working with world-class operators in sports betting, iGaming and Daily Fantasy Sports. “2022 is proving to be a pivotal year for Xpoint and I am delighted that we are now live with PlayStar, another world-class Xpoint Verify partner in the U.S.,” commented Marvin Sanderson, CEO and Co-Founder of Xpoint. “Obviously each of our announcements are major steps forward, for our team and our partners, but they are just the start of our story. Over the coming months we will be announcing more partnerships and more developments within our business as we bring truly game-changing thinking to our industry. We are innovative, we work tirelessly for our partners, and we exist to help them unlock the true potential of their investment in geolocation tech – previously that has been seen as a utility, but our thinking helps turn that utility into an asset. I’m excited to share more news over the coming months, so stay tuned.” As PlayStar’s Official Geolocation Partner, Xpoint plays an important role in ensuring PlayStar’s customers are able to engage with the online casino in a regulated, secure digital environment, while adhering strictly to all state and federal regulations. “PlayStar is an exciting brand bringing innovation, fresh thinking and consumer-focused value to the online casino market, key brand elements that we share,” added Sanderson. “It is going to be a major player in the U.S. market and we are delighted to be partnering with their team, and are excited to be part of what promises to be an exciting future for Playstar and its customers.” Per Hellberg, Chief Executive Officer at PlayStar said, “We are very pleased to be partnering with Xpoint as our Geolocation provider in New Jersey. Both PlayStar and Xpoint are at a similar point in their evolution - young, exciting brands who bring true innovation to our markets - and as we enter somewhat of a David and Goliath battle against our respective competitors. Additionally, this partnership means we stay true to our vision to leverage the most innovative technology in the market to deliver an online casino experience like no other.” For more details, please go to xpoint.tech and follow Xpoint on social media via LinkedIn. ABOUT XPOINT Xpoint provides essential geolocation security solutions and intelligent location-based marketing insights to the global sports betting and iGaming industries. Xpoint’s innovative Verify and Lite platforms ensures partners meet their regulatory geo-compliance obligations, and deliver enhanced value through the generation of location-based data that can drive marketing programs. Recently nominated for two 2022 SBC North America Awards, Xpoint was founded in 2019 and officially unveiled in Las Vegas in 2021, and is led by the company's CEO and Co-Founder Marvin Sanderson, a global sports betting and iGaming industry leader. With North American offices in Toronto, Canada and Miami, Florida, Xpoint is changing the global geolocation market, bringing innovation to an industry that has, to date, viewed geo-compliance as a utility, not a new business opportunity. For more information, visit xpoint.tech and follow LinkedIn and Twitter for regular updates. Contact Details Xpoint Tom Webb +1 512-952-9369 tom.webb@xpoint.tech PlayStar Sarah Blackburn sarah@gameon.im Company Website https://xpoint.tech/

September 29, 2022 11:59 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Sports Media Veteran Mike Stricoff Joins Playmaker as Senior Advisor

Playmaker

Playmaker, a leading social media sports and entertainment content platform, today announced that Mike Stricoff, a sports media veteran and digital content producer, will be joining the company in a senior advisory role. Stricoff will contribute to the continued expansion of Playmaker’s short-form content offerings on social media platforms such as Snap Discover, TikTok and YouTube Shorts. Stricoff brings more than a decade of expertise within sports media along with him to Playmaker. Most recently, he spent more than five years at Snap Inc., playing a vital role in all sports content partnerships and programming. Earlier in his career, Stricoff worked as a producer at both Fox Sports and MLB Network. “Mike has an unbelievable knowledge base and network built up from his many years leading sports content at Snap,” said Playmaker CEO Brandon Harris. “He’s going to be able to offer a new, higher level perspective on our content strategy and open doors for us to create massive new partnerships.” Given his prior experience, Stricoff’s primary goal with Playmaker will be around its ongoing partnership with Snap. Currently, Playmaker has more than 30 shows on Snap Discover, garnering roughly 50 million views per month. Stricoff will play a crucial role in fostering critical relationships for expansion, as well as content development, strategy and evaluation. “During my time at Snap, I watched Playmaker grow from having a few compelling sports shows on Discover to being a real force for creating excellent mobile-first content across verticals,” said Mike Stricoff. “They have a talented team that understands young audiences and deploys innovative storytelling techniques in order to reach them. I am excited to help fuel their already impressive growth trajectory in any way that I can.” Stricoff is the 30th addition to Playmaker’s team in 2022, joining leaders from brands such as TMZ, Captiv8, Overtime, Genius and more. About Playmaker Playmaker is a new-age media, talent and merchandise company, owning 40 million followers across social media, 50+ athletes under management and more than 20 shows on Snap Discover. Verticals include sports, betting, entertainment, basketball and esports. Contact Details Alex Shapiro +1 732-770-9395 ashapiro@hotpaperlantern.com

September 29, 2022 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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Landmark Global Review of the Engineering Response to Covid-19 Calls for Action to Ensure Future Pandemic Resilience

Engineering X

Engineering X review of pandemic preparedness identifies key vulnerabilities Senior leaders endorse the need for comprehensive action by policymakers, business and academic leaders worldwide Systemic barriers—including a lack of collaboration mechanisms, insufficient data and skills, and limited understanding and consideration of the role of engineering—reduced the ability of engineers to deliver timely and effective responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a comprehensive review of the global engineering response, published today by Engineering X. The findings of the global review will today be presented to senior delegates from 30 countries during the annual conference of the International Council of Academies of Engineering and Technological Sciences in Versailles, France. The Global review of the engineering response to COVID-19: lessons learned for preparedness and resilience, produced in partnership with Dalberg Advisors, was conceived by the Engineering X Pandemic Preparedness programme at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in November 2020 to learn lessons and make recommendations to ensure that a more systemic engineering response is put in place to improve preparedness for future pandemics. Ensuring that datasets and data systems used for decision-making are up-to-date and bias-free, equipping emergency response task forces with more engineering capability, and encouraging the use of open science and data sharing standards are just three of the actions recommended by the review group. Informed by data, case studies and comment from more than 40 countries, the review highlights the breadth of contributions made by engineers and engineering globally in responding to key challenges across sectors, disciplines, geographies, and across pandemic prevention, preparedness, response and recovery. It calls on governments, policy makers, public health actors, academia and funders, along with the engineering community, to identify and close structural gaps in resilience against future pandemics, to invest in skills, training and capacity of engineers all around the world, and to develop robust platforms for collaboration within engineering and between engineering and other disciplines. The review highlights transformational innovations in low resource contexts as well as world-changing advances in medical and communication technologies, the pivotal role of data collection, distribution and management, and the importance of applying a systems lens to complex multifaceted challenges. It identifies six major challenges during COVID-19 where engineers made key contributions: Providing high-quality and timely data in near real-time and in appropriate formats, leveraging big data and mobile data for modelling and contact tracing. Innovating rapidly to provide novel health solutions, in collaboration with scientists and clinicians, such as in the design of PPE, diagnostics, breathing aids, vaccines and digital health tools. Designing products and services for diverse environments and user bases to reduce inequality of access and outcomes, such as customised PPE or wastewater testing and vaccine delivery for low-resource settings. Pivoting existing industrial capacity and building new capacity to ramp up production of essential medical and non-medical products such as alcohol manufacturers making hand sanitisers and expanding local vaccine manufacture. Upgrading and streamlining global supply chains to help delivery of essential medical and non-medical products, such as cold chains and drones for last mile delivery of vaccines. Bolstering and ensuring the resilience of societal systems and infrastructure, such as energy and water supplies, or expanding connectivity and digital solutions for remote education or working. The report identifies key drivers that made engineers especially useful during the COVID-19 response, such as rallying around a shared sense of purpose, which empowered them to take risks and to innovate in unprecedented timeframes. For example, engineers from University College London (UCL) designed a breathing aid prototype in under 100 hours and partnered with Mercedes AMG, who repurposed their Formula 1 factories to produce 1,000 devices a day. The open-source design has been made available to local manufacturers around the world. Professor Peter Guthrie OBE FREng, Chair of the Engineering X Pandemic Preparedness board that commissioned the review, said: “As the COVID-19 virus and its impact continues to evolve, there is a need to reflect on the efficacy of our response to it so far and how things might be handled better in the future. Our hope is that we can use the insights provided by this truly global overview of the engineering response to COVID-19 to better integrate engineering skills and habits of mind into resilience policies and structures all around the world, to improve our recovery from the virus, and to help us on the path to a safer, more prepared and resilient future.” Professor Rebecca Shipley OBE, Director of the UCL Institute of Healthcare Engineering and Co-Lead of the UCL Ventura CPAP breathing device programme, said: “The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the pivotal role that engineers play in responding to public health emergencies and resilience planning. There are important lessons that we must learn around understanding the needs of providing healthcare in diverse, global settings and working collaboratively across sectors, listening and building trust. Now is the time for governments and international organisations to act on these lessons.” Sir Richard Feachem KBE FREng, Professor Emeritus of Global Health at the Institute for Global Health Sciences, University of California San Francisco, said: “The COVID-19 pandemic has acted as a reminder that a global emergency requires a global response, and that no single country or discipline can tackle a crisis alone. This report reinforces this message and focuses on the role of engineering in this fight. It calls on the global community to learn lessons and act to improve our future pandemic response—creating better mechanisms for global collaboration and coordination, engaging with stakeholders from across disciplines, and developing the skills needed to prevent, prepare for and respond to pandemics.” End NB This press release and the Executive Summary of the global review are both available in French, Spanish and Arabic here: engineeringx.raeng.org.uk/pandemic-preparedness Notes for Editors Dalberg Advisors (2022). Global review of the engineering response to COVID-19: lessons learned for preparedness and resilience. Engineering X (founded by the Royal Academy of Engineering and Lloyd’s Register Foundation). ISBN: 978-1-909327-56-6 CAETS, the International Council of Academies of Engineering and Technological Sciences, annual conference is being held in Versailles near Paris, France, 26–30 September 2022. Engineering X is an international collaboration, founded by the Royal Academy of Engineering and Lloyd’s Register Foundation, that brings together some of the world’s leading problem-solvers to address the great challenges of our age. Our global network of expert engineers, academics and business leaders is working to share best practice, explore new technologies, educate and train the next generation of engineers, build capacity, improve safety and deliver impact. The Engineering X Pandemic Preparedness Programme, led by the Royal Academy of Engineering, is supporting the UK and global engineering community to learn from the COVID-19 pandemic through global sharing of lessons on disruptive solutions and best practice approaches in the prevention, preparedness, response and recovery from pandemics. The Royal Academy of Engineering is harnessing the power of engineering to build a sustainable society and an inclusive economy that works for everyone. In collaboration with our Fellows and partners, we’re growing talent and developing skills for the future, driving innovation and building global partnerships, and influencing policy and engaging the public. Together we’re working to tackle the greatest challenges of our age. The Academy, working with our partners in the National Engineering Policy Centre (NEPC), provided advice to government on a range of areas during the COVID-19 pandemic. Contact Details Royal Academy of Engineering Pippa Cox +44 20 7766 0745 Pippa.Cox@raeng.org.uk Company Website https://engineeringx.raeng.org.uk/

September 29, 2022 05:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time

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NYC Health + Hospitals Put Healthier Plant-Based Meals Front and Center

Better Food Foundation

Today at the White House Conference on Hunger, Health, and Nutrition, NYC Health + Hospitals unveiled plans to make healthier, plant-based meals the default for all hospitals in New York City. For years, medical associations like the American Institutes of Cancer have recommended whole food, plant-based diets because they significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, Type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers, but our healthcare system has been slow to adopt these recommendations as best practices. Today’s announcement puts NYC Health + Hospitals at the forefront of a growing trend in healthcare to acknowledge the central role that food and nutrition plays in the lifestyle-related diseases that plague tens of thousands of New Yorkers. A team from Greener by Default, an initiative of the Better Food Foundation, worked closely with hospital administrators to facilitate the transition. Greener by Default flips the script by centering plant-based foods by default while giving diners the choice to opt into meat centered options. This strategy aligns with the global health community’s dietary recommendations and allows institutions to spotlight healthier food choices, meet institutional carbon reduction goals, and offer more culturally inclusive meals. “Ninety-five percent of patients in the pilot program responded positively to NYC Health + Hospitals’ incredible new menus that reflect New York’s rich cultural diversity,” said Katie Cantrell, Co-Director of Greener by Default. “These menus are a welcome shift from typical hospital foods that Americans famously dread. Meals like sancocho, a zesty burrito bowl with jicama slaw, and Southern black-eyed peas with plant-based cornbread aren’t just healthier, they’re tastier too.” More Sustainable Our food system accounts for one-third of all global greenhouse gas emissions. Studies have shown that adopting plant-forward diets is necessary to meet the Paris Climate Agreement, as the carbon footprint of plant-based meals is on average half that of animal-based meals. NYC Health + Hospitals serves approximately 4 million meals annually, so offering the default veg menu for lunch and dinner is expected to transition 600,000-800,000 meals from meat to plant-based each year. More Inclusive With nearly 70% of Americans trying to eat more plant-based protein, plant-based defaults are a simple way to meet this growing demand. These menus are more inclusive of diverse diets practiced by Americans for cultural, health, or ethical reasons: 30-50 million Americans are lactose intolerant, many religions encourage vegetarianism or restrict consumption of certain animal products, and a growing number of people are embracing “flexitarianism.” Greener by Default Greener by Default, an initiative of the Better Food Foundation, applies behavioral economics research to food policy, empowering institutions to serve inclusive, sustainable plant-forward food. Visit www.GreenerByDefault.com for free downloadable resources and to schedule a free consultation for your hospital, university, corporation, or anywhere else that meals are served. ### Contact Details Katie Cantrell +1 323-828-7040 Katie@BetterFoodFoundation.org

September 28, 2022 03:17 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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VEHICLE CRIMES CRISIS

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A video accompanying this announcement is available at: https://youtu.be/c2wvGfOBa7Y Crime continues to skyrocket across the nation with vehicle crimes increasing to near record highs. The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) found nearly 1 million vehicles were stolen in 2021, and 2022 is looking even more grim for vehicle owners. Recent analysis shows vehicle and catalytic converter thefts and carjackings are continuing to rise. NICB’s data includes information on the following topics: Total auto thefts are the highest seen by the NICB since 2008. Catalytic converter thefts are up 1,215% since 2019, and are continuing to increase. Carjackings are up dramatically in many major cities. There is a new warning for anyone who owns or leases a vehicle: Vehicle Thefts, Catalytic Converter Thefts, and Carjackings are continuing to rise. According to NICB, there were more than 933,000 thefts of vehicles in 2021, a 27% increase since 2019. Catalytic converter theft insurance claims increased by 1,215% over 2019. Carjackings, the theft of a car by force or intimidation, continue to skyrocket in many major cities, increasing anywhere from 160% to nearly 530%. For more information, visit National Insurance Crime Bureau website at NICB.org Contact Details YourUpdateTV +1 212-736-2727 yourupdatetv@gmail.com

September 28, 2022 02:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time

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Best Not Gamstop Casino in the UK Betbeard

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Betbeard is the best non gamstop casino in the UK, it offers free spins for every deposit, accepts UK players signed on Gamstop, and has more than 4 000 slot games. Betbeard UK Casino Betbeard offers a mixture of slot games, sports betting sections, live dealer games, and table games for all UK players signed on gamstop. It has the best live chat and faster withdrawals than any other casino not on gamstop. Betbeard Free Spins Every month there is a different promotion, where Betbeard gives out no wagering free spins for online slots on every deposit you make. For example in June, the casino is giving away free spins on Gonzo's Quest with every deposit. Betbeard is the perfect place for UK players who want to enjoy casino games without having to worry about Gamstop. With its wide variety of games, fast withdrawals, and helpful customer support, Betbeard is the best non Gamstop casino out there! 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Some of the best non-GamStop casinos including Betbeard offer great games selection, bonuses, and customer support. They also have a reputation for being fair and trustworthy. So, if you're looking for a great online casino experience, be sure to check out these options! Now that you know what a non Gamstop casino is, you might be wondering why this is important. After all, if you’ve decided that you want to take a break from gambling, why would you want to continue playing at casinos that are not part of Gamstop? Why Play at Non Gamstop Casino Sites There are a few reasons why this could be a good idea. For starters, many of the casinos that are not on Gamstop offer better bonuses and rewards than those that are. So, if you’re looking to get the most out of your gaming experience, it might be worth considering one of these sites. Another reason to consider playing at a non Gamstop casino is that they often have a bigger selection of games to choose from. This means that you can find something to suit your taste no matter what it is. Whether you prefer slots, table games, or live dealer options, there’s likely to be a site out there that caters to your needs. Finally, another benefit of playing at a casino that is not on Gamstop is the fact that these sites are often more reputable. This means that you can rest assured knowing that your money is safe and that you’ll get paid out when you win. So, if you’re looking for peace of mind as well as great gameplay, then a non GamStop casino might be the perfect option for you. The GamStop program is a great way to protect yourself from gambling addiction, but what if you want to play at a casino that's not on the list? Non-UK casinos offer more slot games then regulated casinos, so even people that haven't signed up to Gamstop like to play at offshore betting sites when they get tired of their local brands. What is Gamstop Gamstop is a service in the United Kingdom that stop problem gamblers from playing in online casinos. In other words, it prevents UK players who signed up for the program from gambling on any website regulated by the UK government. Why do I call it a UK online casino? Because Gamstop is a UK-based company with the authority of the UK Gambling Commission to maintain a safe and responsible gambling environment. As a result, Gamstop has no jurisdiction over non-UK-based foreign casinos, or what we refer to as the non gamstop casino. An online casino that isn't Gamstop is any gambling site that accepts UK players who are currently signed to the Gamstop program and trying to self-exclude. As we discussed earlier, there are thousands of people signing up for Gamstop while unaware that this means they can't play at their favorite UK gambling brands. If you sign up for Gamstop, you will be restricted from playing on UK casino websites such as Bet365, Paddy Power, and William Hill. However, you will still be able to gamble on overseas casinos that accept UK players and are not bound by Gamstop rules. How Gamstop Works Gamstop is a self-exclusion system that allows UK casino players to temporarily exclude themselves from all licensed online casinos in the UK. It takes only a few minutes to join Gamstop, and it may save thousands of dollars for individuals who are addicted to gambling or wish to quit gaming on UK sites. Because it is pushed by the UKGC, Gamstop is now illegal for online casinos located in the United Kingdom not to implement. All licensed UK online casinos are required to join the Gamstop program, and once you do so, they immediately get your information and are informed that they are not permitted to serve as your client. In other words, you can no longer bet on any UK online casino after you've joined Gamstop. So, where can you play if you've been self-excluded from Gamstop? While in the United Kingdom, you can gamble at any offline casino. Gamstop is simply preventing you from visiting online casinos, but it has no bearing on offline betting establishments. Offline betting businesses have various restrictions, such as a maximum stake of £1 for slot machines, which are intended to protect gambling addicts who enjoy the thrill of playing casinos without spending too much money. Gamstop is effective in restricting UK players from playing UKGC online casinos however players can still bet in non gamstop sites, land-based casinos, and offline betting shops. Gamstop is a fantastic method for restricting casino players who have no control over their gambling behavior since it keeps them out of UK online casinos. The majority of self-excluded individuals are unaware that not gamstop casinos exist, therefore they do not participate in any online casinos during their restriction period. How to Register to Gamstop Signing up for Gamstop is easy simply go to their website gamstop.co.uk and click on the correct Sign in button. Then, you can enter your email and password. Note that Gamstop excludes you from playing, not just your email address; casinos will be held responsible if they allow you to play with another email. The next step of the Gamstop registration process is crucial you will need to provide your documents at this juncture. The more paperwork you submit and the more information you give, the less likely you are to play in an online casino again since Gamstop and the casinos will have greater control over your betting behavior. Even though you may still play in casinos without using Gamstop, it's always a good idea to double-check and unblock yourself from as many casinos as feasible so that you can't play there any time soon. If you attempt to cheat UK online casinos, they will make every effort to block you. However, if you are successful in cheating them, it will undermine your efforts to stop playing at online casinos altogether. What Gambling Sites are Not Covered by GamStop Gamstop does not cover Bitcoin sites or any other foreign online casinos, since Gamstop is a solely British company with no authority over internet casinos located in foreign countries. To summarize, if you're looking for a casino outside gamstop self exclusion scheme that doesn't require verification, your best option is to check out crypto casinos. Bitcoin casinos are not on gamstop, don't require verification, and will pay your winnings immediately. Betbeard is one such bitcoin casino accepting UK clients irrespective of their Gamstop status. Benefits of crypto casinos include: No limits on deposits and withdrawals Provably fair games Anonymous gaming Instant payouts Can I Cancel Gamstop Early Once you sign up for Gamstop, you can't cancel your subscription or remove it early; self-exclusion is permanent. I suggest that when signing up for Gamstop for the first time (you can sign up multiple times), exclude yourself for six months so you can see how it goes. After the exclusion period expires, you might feel better and want to extend your Gamstop protection. Even when Gamstop expires, you will not be removed from the list automatically. You will remain signed up until you manually ask Gamstop to remove you from their list. The idea is that during your exclusion period, you are not encouraged to think about how can use the program so that you can play online casinos again. However, this doesn't change the fact that during your exclusion period, you can still freely play casinos just ones that aren't on Gamstop. Are There Any UK Casinos Not on GamStop Yes, casinos not on gamstop are a popular way for UK punters who regret their self-exclusion, to play again their favourite slot games. Gamstop UK casinos such as Betbeard and Fortune Clock casino allow UK players to register and enjoy online slots, table games, and live casinos. Non gamstop sites are part of the UK online gambling industry, as a result of the UK Gambling Commission's plans to make the Gamstop program compulsory for all UK licensed and regulated online casinos. What are the Best UK Online Casinos on Gamstop Betbeard is one of the most reputable casinos in the UK, because of its fast withdrawals, live dealer games, and free spins for every deposit. Sites not on gamstop are offering much better deposit bonus offers, than their UK licensed counterparts, as they are loosely regulated and taxed less, hence they can afford to offer UK gamblers online gambling activities that UK casinos simply can't. Gambling websites outside gamstop scheme, offer a welcome bonus on all their slots and live casino games included. Some sites even have sports betting sections. How to Cancel Gamstop UK players, can't cancel Gamstop early, during their gamstop exclusion the only way to play online casinos is on non gamstop casino sites like Betbeard. The self-exclusion lasts between six months to 5 years, but when it ends, you can cancel the Gamstop program. To do so, you need to contact Gamstop and tell them that you no longer have gambling issues and you can participate in responsible gambling games on casinos registered with gamstop. Once Gamstop receives your request, they will wait for further 24 hours as a further cool-off period before they inform all gamstop casinos the UK, that you are off the list. Bear in mind that some British casinos, will not allow you on their websites even after you cancel your Gamstop subscription. Can I Play Casino if I am on Gamstop If you have registered on the Gamstop scheme, then you know that all UK online regulated casinos are unable to accept you as a player as the UKGC imposes strict rules about the Gamstop program. There are, however, some places where you can gamble. First, you can play slots in land-based casinos. High-street casinos are not on Gamstop and can offer you just as good welcome bonus packages as online ones. The second option to gamble is to play at betting shops, they are preferable spots for sports betting enthusiasts but they have some slot machines as well. The third and the best way is to open an account in a not gamstop online casino like Betbeard and play from the comfort of your home. What Websites Does Gamstop Block Gamstop block all UK-regulated reputable online casinos, these are all the big brands like bet365, Ladbrokes, and Skybet. You can not play there for the duration of your Gamstop exclusion. These sites have strict responsible gambling rules and don't offer slots, not on Gamstop. The next part of the article will look at the pros and cons of UK casinos without GamStop. Advantages of Not GamStop Casinos Non Gamstop online casinos based in the United Kingdom provide three appealing benefits that most players desire to see as much as possible. They do make a difference and may help you have a better gambling experience. No Verification Needed for Deposits: At some casinos, the verification process is simple and can be completed in just a few minutes. These sites are known as no-verification casinos. But at other casinos, the process is complicated and can take days to complete. Because these gambling sites are offshore, they have to pay fewer taxes. This enables them to provide more bonuses for their Players. Some of the most favorable promotions in comparison with other non-offshore casinos are available here, and it’s possible to play longer with less money deposited. A perfect combination for any gambler looking to extend their game time without breaking the bank. Located in Europe: These are still casinos located in Europe. Even though they are non-Gamstop European casinos, they are secure, welcome players from the United Kingdom, and provide a variety of benefits that you may want to take advantage of right now. Disadvantages of Not Gamstop Casinos Certain drawbacks come along with casino companies without Gamstop exclusion program. However, we cannot generalize the level of the outcome because it differs from casino to casino. Try investigating which drawbacks exist at the specific casinos you want to gamble at. Withdrawal Limits: Most casino sites have low withdrawal limits, which can be inconvenient. No-limit casinos like Betbeard are the best because they allow you to withdraw any amount you want, whenever you want. Some non gamstop casinos may have slower response times, but luckily Betbeard is not one of them with great customer service. There are no specialized self-restriction tools: these are non gamstop, non gamban casinos that do not utilize other blocking systems. This can be beneficial for some people but detrimental to others. Best Casino Games Not on Gamstop Best non gamstop slots for UK players include games by Microgaming, Netent and Pragmatic Play. Mega Moolah is the favourite slot game for casino players self-excluded by Gamstop, as it offers a massive progressive jackpot. Thanks to sites not on gamstop, now excluded players can win casino jackpot and play in reputable sites not registered with Gamstop. Betbeard is a great bitcoin casino, striving to satisfy its players by offering thousands of slot games, and massive bonuses. Contact Details Betbeard Michael +44 7828 710102 affiliate@betbeard.com Company Website https://betbeard.com/en/sport

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