Global Healthcare System On Precipice Of Extraordinary Change
Boston, MA, June 18, 2020 —When was the last time you drove to your local bank to deposit a check?Or held a paper airline ticket in your hand?Technology has drastically transformed how we interact with businesses, but the healthcare industry has been slow to adapt … until now.
“If the difference between evolution and revolution is the speed of change, then healthcare is now in the mode of revolutionary change,” notes global business expert Harry Glorikian.
He points to the uptick in electronic storage of medical records, convenient online patient portals, and innovative applications of data to help pinpoint outbreaks and expose drug-resistant diseases. We have entered a rapidly evolving era of medicine that values data-driven approaches and prioritizes evidence-based care, and the best is yet to come, Glorikian predicts.
In MoneyBall Medicine: Thriving in the New Data-Driven Healthcare Market, Glorikian(along with award-winning healthcare writer Malorye Allison Branca) show through examples what a new data-driven healthcare system could look like when implemented on a global basis. The authors reveal where data and cutting-edge analytics are already advancing healthcare and creating new and evolving business opportunities. Data and technology are already impacting drug development, precision medicine, and how patients with rare diseases are diagnosed and treated. Digital devices and artificial intelligence are helping doctors do their jobs faster and with greater accuracy.
The book includes interviews with dozens of healthcare leaders, and describes the business challenges and opportunities arising for those working in one of the most vibrant sectors of the world’s economy. The authors map out many of the changes taking place, and describe how they are impacting everyone from patients to researchers to insurers, and outline some predictions for the healthcare industry in the years to come.
The author makes a compelling case for embracing technology and the use of data to revolutionize the healthcare system for the greater good of patients and healthcare professionals alike.
Author Harry Glorikian also hosts the MoneyBall Medicine™ Podcast, a series all about the data-driven transformation of the healthcare and life sciences landscape. An influential global business expert with more than three decades of experience building successful ventures in the U.S. and around the world, Glorikian is well known for his achievements in the life sciences, healthcare, diagnostics and healthcare IT industries. He is a sought-after speaker who has addressed the National Institutes of Health, Molecular Medicine Tri-Conference, World Theranostics Congress and other audiences worldwide.
He has written numerous articles for industry publications, appeared on CBS Evening News, and has been quoted regularly by Dow Jones, The Boston Globe, BioWorld Today, Los Angeles Times, London Independent, Medical Device Daily, Science Magazine, Genetic Engineering News and many other media outlets. He is also the author of Commercializing Novel IVD’s: A Comprehensive Manual for Success.
Victoria, B.C., Canada. -- Thursday, June 18, 2020 --DeeBee's Organics produces 100% organic treats with short label, clean ingredients ready to inspire moments of joy in every member of the modern family. For summer 2020, DeeBee's Organics releases in 12,000 retail stores across North America two utterly delicious products, including its plant-based Organic SuperFruit Freezie. In collaboration with Disney, its Organic Ice Wands feature packaging with characters Anna, Elsa and Olaf fromFrozen 2. DeeBee's Organics shelf-stable freezies are made from premium organic fruits with zero added artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives and are allergen-free of nuts, dairy, fish, wheat, and soy. Made for the everyday parent and child, DeeBee's Organics reinvents nostalgic treats with nourishing Non-GMO, organic fruits.
At the heart of DeeBee's Organics is Founder and Ph.D. Medical Scientist Dr. Dionne Laslo-Baker, a Canadian expert on the impacts of environmental toxins such as pesticides -- especially in the food chain. As a renowned research scientist and mother of two children, Laslo-Baker quickly earned early praise in her field of maternal-fetal toxicology by winning an array of awards, including "Humanitarian of the Year" (Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto). By virtue of her breakthrough research and dedication to the science behind organic foods, DeeBee's Organics was born. Laslo-Baker cares a whole lot about healthy, ethically-sourced treats for her own kids, and yours.
While in the kitchen with her son and daughter, a spark of genius spawned with Laslo-Baker's family's idea for a line of "Tea-Pops." After initially getting this frozen product in several hundred stores, DeeBee's Organics pivoted to their shelf-stable Organic SuperFruit Freezie, and sales have grown triple digits year-over-year since 2017. DeeBee's Organics is on target to sell more than 30 million freezies in 2020.
"My goal for DeeBee's Organics is for every kid everywhere to have access to wholesome, clean-label treats," says Dr. Dionne Laslo-Baker. "Families making memories while connecting over a simple, organic snack is what DeeBee's is all about. We want it to be effortless for parents to make conscious snacking really fun. We are proud to be a woman-owned B Corporation helping to empower women, children, and families as we thrive to be a force for good in the world. Our collaboration with Disney is of great importance to us as we unequivocally support films with strong women cast in lead-roles."
DeeBee's Organics sources its high mineral content water from the volcanic streams of Mount Etna (Sicily, Italy) where an artisanal food and wine scene has emerged. Organic produce is procured from organic Non-GMO farms with its manufacturing plant leveraging renewable energy; the production facility is also free from the top eight allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, soy, sesame, and wheat).
Detailed product information is listed below:
Organic SuperFruit Freezie DeeBee's Organics' SuperFruit Freezie is the first organic, freeze-at-home 100% organic fruit juice and puree that has no artificial flavors, colors or preservatives. DeeBee's Organics uses the finest organic fruit to craft exceptional plant-based freezies. In just a handful of years with Organic SuperFruit Freezie on the market, DeeBee's Organics has quickly become one of the leading natural shelf-stable novelty brands. Each bag of SuperFruit Freezie (10 freezies per bag) includes three delicious varieties the whole family can enjoy -- Tropical, Strawberry and Grape (Canada); or Blueberry Pomegranate, Strawberry Lemon and Mango Orange (USA).
Organic Ice Wands Featuring Disney's Frozen 2 DeeBee's Organics introduces individual freezie packaging inspired by the beloved characters Anna, Elsa and Olaf from Disney's Frozen 2. DeeBee's Organics is thrilled to collaborate with Disney to produce the new Organic Ice Wands in adherence to the rigorous Disney Nutrition Guideline Criteria. Certified Organic and made with real fruit juice and a touch of organic cane sugar, DeeBee's Organic Ice Wands featuring Disney's Frozen 2 contain nothing artificial and have no added colors. The product has under 5g total sugars and 20 calories per pop.
About DeeBee's Organics Launched outside their hometown in 2014, DeeBee's Organics innovates clean, short-label, chemical-free, delicious fruit-based treats for today's modern family. A certified Women-Owned B Corporation, DeeBee's Organics is run by Ph.D. medical scientist Dr. Dionne Laslo-Baker whose dedicated her renowned science career to the advancements of maternal-fetal toxicology. In 2017, DeeBee's Organics' flagship Organic SuperFruit Freezie hit the U.S. grocery marketplace to huge success. In four quick years, DeeBee's Organics has exponentially grown to be available in more than 12,000 stores across North America, including Kroger, Wegmans, Loblaws, Walmart, Albertsons/Safeway, and Whole Foods locations.
DeeBee's Organics has amassed nearly 20 distinguished awards, including "B Corporation -- Best for the World Award" from Changemakers (2017, 2018) and Dr. Dionne Laslo-Baker is the only Canadian entrepreneur selected for the EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women(TM) North America Class of 2019. DeeBee's Organics has garnered national accolades from the Wall Street Journal ("One of the Five Foods You Will Soon Be Eating"), Reader's Digest ("14 Kid Foods You Should Still Be Eating"), Good Morning America ("Top 13 Products at Summer Fancy Food Show"), and many other notable media outlets.
In 2020, DeeBee's Organics announced its employee-driven charitable initiative Dreamlauncher, which weaves staff members' "dreams of giving" into the fabric of the business. Dreamlauncher unites staff around thinking beyond themselves and utilizing DeeBee's Organics' platform for a greater good. Each team member champions a special cause that is personally meaningful to them. DeeBee's Organics supports their efforts with paid time for volunteering, in-kind donations, and contributions from their employee stock program.
DeeBee's Organics' Board of Advisers includes former Vega executives Derek Chan (former CFO) and Anthony Rosenthal (former VP of Marketing). Brian Braden (former VP of Sales, Clif Bar) has joined DeeBee's Organics as Chief Operating Officer.
For more information regarding DeeBee's Organics, please visit: deebeesorganics.com
Emergency Shelter / Urgent Public Health Need Site National Community of Practice HUB
VANCOUVER, BC, June 18 2020 /CNW/ - The Dr. Peter Centre is creating a Community of Practice Hub for frontline service providers, health care professionals, and policymakers with the goal of building capacity within emergency shelters where people may need to use drugs and/or Urgent Public Health Need Sites (also known as Overdose Prevention Sites).
Funded by Health Canada's Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP), the need for the program comes on the heels of nation-wide communities moving people experiencing homelessness into temporary housing, in an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 amongst an already-vulnerable population.
Starting this June, individuals and organizations operating emergency shelters or Urgent Public Health Needs Sites will be able to turn to the new community and healthcare partnership, which includes videoconferencing, website access, and direct training sessions, for evidence-informed practices in responding to the needs of people who use substances in these environments.
The Honourable Patty Hadju, Minister of Health, said: "Community-based expertise and collaboration are key to supporting people who use drugs and their communities, and this is even more critical in the context of the pandemic. The Government of Canada's support for this project is another example of its commitment to helping ensure that service providers in communities across Canada have the tools they need to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and help vulnerable populations."
The capacity building initiative will be national in reach in both English and French. It will give frontline workers the ability to ask procedural and best-practice questions and access training from experienced professionals.
"Increased overdose deaths in Vancouver prompted the Dr. Peter Centre to use funds from Health Canada's Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) to create the Community of Practice Hub. This will allow for the sharing of knowledge within the health and housing communities, which can then be used by frontline service providers and organizations to ensure effective protection for and harm reduction to persons who use drugs and/or are experiencing homelessness." explained Dr. Hedy Fry, Member of Parliament for Vancouver Centre.
Health Canada is supporting the Dr. Peter Centre for the Centre's first-in-North America supervised injection site experience, and its subsequent learning and teaching. The Dr. Peter Centre is positioned as a strong facilitator of knowledge exchange thanks to ongoing work with federal projects focused on harm reduction and increasing services for people who use drugs.
Says Scott Elliott, Executive Director of the Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation: "We're excited to take on this new role and share knowledge and skills with frontline service providers across Canada. We hope that our experience in this field will be an asset to everyone involved and will ultimately have an important role to play in helping to meet the care needs of people who use substances."
Both the videoconference calls and website will be active by late-June and subsequent training for frontline providers will occur at regular intervals over the next year. For more information about the program, please visit: https://uphns-hub.ca/
About the Dr. Peter Centre: The Dr. Peter Centre is a HIV health care facility located in Vancouver, BC, and provides comprehensive, stigma-free care for our most frail and vulnerable citizens. An aspect of the Centre's vision is the sharing of knowledge to bring about larger change to complex HIV care, and harm reduction practices in communities across Canada and around the world.
SOURCE Dr. Peter AIDS Foundation
Inno Foods Launches New Division for Manufacturing Mask-Making Machines
Canadian snack-food company uses their machine fabrication expertise to create mask-producing machines in Canada
PORT COQUITLAM, BC, June 19, 2020 /CNW/ - Inno Foods, a global confectionery producer and distributor in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada, has just announced a new division for machine automation. This newly created division will start off with producing machines that manufacture personal protective equipment (PPE) and masks in different varieties to offset the shortage of PPE equipment in North America.
Inno Foods has an excellent team of engineers and machine fabrication technicians who have been developing machines for the production of their line of healthy snacks for years. More than fifty per cent of the machines they use in their factories have been developed in-house.
Using their engineering expertise, know-how and experience, they partnered with a Korean machine manufacturer and recently co-developed an automated mask machine, which is the first in Canada. Working together, they can build high-quality North American standard machines that can be distributed in the market at reasonable prices.
Inno Foods, who have evolved from a local bakery in 1981, to global confectionery production and distribution, strives to be world class in food formulation and food processing innovation with the customer in mind. They continue to excel in creating a culture of customer service, food safety and quality, innovation, possibility thinking and community giving.
SOURCE Inno Foods Inc.
AGROREFINER COMMENCES OPERATION OF HEMP EXTRACTION FACILITY FOCUSED ON ORGANIC CBD
Proprietary Process Yields High Quality, Trusted CBD Source
NEW CASTLE, DE, June 16, 2020 – AgroRefiner, LLC announced today that it has commenced commercial operation of the first phase of a commercial scale, ethanol-based, CBD extraction facility.
AgroRefiner will produce a range of organic CBD products using organically grown hemp procured from farms employing sustainable farming practices in order to produce some of the world’s finest CBD (cannabidiol). The product line-up will include THC-free distillate, isolate, CBN, and CBD A.
The facility, located in Delaware, employs an innovative hemp extraction and distillation sequence developed for AgroRefiner by consulting chemical engineer Mark Scialdone, Ph. D. This automated, state-of-the-art extraction facility utilizes the first circulating ethanol, closed loop design for CBD production.
“In today’s marketplace where there is currently limited regulation, no transparency, and low end-user confidence or understanding in CBD products or the processes behind them, AgroRef will be a trusted partner for best-in-class extraction,” said Howard Matz, CEO of AgroRefiner. “AgroRefiner will work only with certified organic farms employing sustainable agricultural processes and will employ superior extraction methods to supply premium products to our customers.”
Nic Shafer, VP of Marketing at Precision Extraction Solutions, said: “We are proud to have been chosen by AgroRefiner to help design their state-of-the-art facility and support their equipment needs. The AgroRef team has deep scientific understanding of the cannabis plant, which will quickly position them as an industry-leader in THC-free products.”
State of the Art Facility
This first phase of the project will have the extraction capacity to process approximately 75 tons of dried hemp per year to produce CBD which will be distributed on a wholesale basis to manufacturers of consumer goods and for medical applications.
In anticipation of U.S. FDA regulations, AgroRefiner is working to obtain Good Manufacturing Practice certification and certification as an organic CBD producer by the USDA.
For the new Delaware facility, AgroRefiner made a substantial capital investment in Delaware to finance improvements to an existing warehouse structure, employing local engineering, general construction, electrical, plumbing and HVAC trades. At full operating capacity, the first phase of this new venture will provide permanent employment for as many as 15 skilled production technicians.
The assemblage of extraction equipment is exclusive to AgroRefiner and has been procured from leading U.S. CBD equipment manufacturers. AgroRefiner’s four-step process utilizes a proprietary, integrated, closed loop hemp ethanol extraction and solvent recovery system in order to isolate the extract. The CBD extract is purified in the subsequent distillation and crystallization steps. An estimated 97% of the ethanol used in the closed loop is recovered and reused.
AgroRefiner has developed an innovative process to produce distillate as THC free. The refined products will be distributed on a wholesale basis to manufacturers of consumer goods and medical applications.
CBD is one of many cannabinoids, or molecules, produced by the cannabis family. Unlike tetrahydrocannabinol (THC, the primary psychoactive element in marijuana), CBD is non-psychoactive, meaning it does not have a strong effect on cognitive brain activity and does not cause the "high" associated with marijuana. CBD is a specific phyto cannabinoid made up of at least 113 identified cannabinoids and accounts for up to 40% of the plant’s extract. In 2018, clinical research on CBD included preliminary studies of anxiety, cognition, movement disorders, and pain.
*Editor’s Note: Photos available upon request
About
AgroRefiner, LLC is an advanced industrial hemp processing company located in Delaware, generating seed-to-sale organic Cannabidiol (CBD), Cannabigerol (CBG), and Cannabinol (CBN) distillate and isolate at scale, using proprietary processes to manufacture CBD for sale to producers of consumer goods and medical applications demanding the highest quality from a trusted source. AgroRefiner, one of the first hemp extraction facilities to be located in Delaware, is licensed as a Domestic Hemp Processor by the Delaware Department of Agriculture.
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3 Types of Exercise That Will Help Your Weight Loss Journey
Almost half of the American population will try to lose weight every year. Dieting and exercising are the most common methods used to help people lose weight. Exercises help burn calories leading to the loss of weight. All exercises were not created equal, and some give faster results than others. Different types of exercises are used to achieve different results. All exercises work by increasing a person's heart rate that results in increased metabolism and burning of calories. The amount of weight one can lose depends on age, starting weight, gender, diet, and genetics, among others.
Cardio
Most people choose cardio when they want to lose weight. It is a convenient and easy way for beginners to exercise without equipment. Cardio also has a lower impact hence does not stress the joints. Cardio works excellent in increasing heart rate and burning calories, especially the harmful visceral fat commonly called belly fat. Cardio can be done in two different ways; Cardio Intervals and steady-state training.
Cardio intervals are the normal running, jogging, cycling, and walking exercises in alternate cycles of high intensity and lower intensity periods. You can alternate jogging with sprinting. In steady-state training, one goes for cardio at a steady pace to increase their stamina and endurance. Research shows that cardio intervals are more effective in weight loss than steady-state training and one should incorporate both in their workout
Strength Training
Strength training encompasses the lifting of weights. It is one of the best ways to lose weight by encouraging fat loss and muscle growth. Whether one chooses to use light or heavyweights, lifting weight will get rid of the excess fats on the body. One can use strength training equipment such as dumbells, weight machines, and kettlebells. Using your body weight is also a very effective form of exercise. Strength training is a very efficient way to lose fats since the more muscle you build, the more calories you burn. In strength training, one can do squats using dumbbells and Burpees.
Compound Movements
Compound movements involve incorporating both cardio and strength training in your work out so that you burn not only calories but also build strength. A compound movement targets multiple muscles at a time.
Incorporating both cardio training and lifting weights in your work out plan helps improve muscle mass, improves bone density, and strengthens the cardiovascular system. To mix them, you can do a one-minute run on the treadmill between your weight lifting exercises.
Los Angeles, CA – Legendary Trauma Therapist, Dr. Cheri McDonald releases her third book “Healing the Healer Within: 8 Secrets to Unleashing Your Potential”
In this book you will learn how to: · Conquer imposter syndrome and start believing in yourself · Express confidence in being a healer · Start doing the work you are called to right now. · Keep going even when doubts arise · Love the Healer you’ve become
Dr. Cheri McDonald is a 35-year veteran that runs one of the hottest psychotherapy practices in the country. She is a bestselling author of 2 books with her 3rd on its way. Dr. Cheri is the founder of the #breakfree movement and she believes that we are bombarded with hate and negativity every day and this is contrary to our human nature. It impacts our ability to trust and become personally vulnerable. This can leads to a cycle of loneliness and isolation which can be difficult to break. According to Dr. Cheri, therapy is a great practice where individuals can gain tools and relief, but oftentimes the work a patient does in the therapy room does not get translated to the real world. Dr. Cheri is dedicated to helping individuals break free of their trauma and rise up to be their best self. She has been featured on NBC, Good Morning La La Land, Fox, The Today Show, KUSI San Diego, Shape Magazine, MSN and numerous others. Her articles have been viewed by over 10 million readers.
CAE receives Health Canada certification for its life-saving CAE Air1™ ventilator
MONTREAL, June 17, 2020 /CNW Telbec/ - (NYSE: CAE) (TSX: CAE) – CAE announced today that its CAE Air1™ ventilator has been certified by Health Canada. This made-in-Canada ventilator is destined for hospitals across the country where it will be used in the fight against COVID-19. Certification comes two months after CAE signed a contract with the Government of Canada to manufacture and supply 10,000 ventilators.
"Since the beginning of the pandemic, CAE was the first to receive certification from Health Canada for an entirely new ventilator. It was created and manufactured in Canada, and we are proud that it will help save lives in the fight against COVID-19," said Marc Parent, CAE's President and CEO. "The agility shown by CAE in designing and succeeding to have the CAE Air1 ventilator certified in a fraction of the usual time is a testament to the strength of CAE's innovation, engineering talent, and advanced manufacturing capabilities. I am proud of our team for rising to this humanitarian challenge and strengthening Canada's self-sufficiency in the medical field during these unprecedented times."
CAE will now start shipping hundreds of CAE Air1 ventilators to the Government of Canada every week. The CAE Air1 ventilator can deliver pressure control, volume control and pressure support ventilation using room air or pressured oxygen. It uses an intuitive, simple touchscreen interface and is bundled with on-demand ventilator training, adaptive e-learning modules related to COVID-19 patient management, and 24/7 customer support. It will support Intensive Care Units patients treated for COVID-19.
"CAE, one of Canada's leading aerospace firms, stepped up early on with their commitment to produce a made-in-Canada ventilator design that will help save the lives of COVID-19 patients battling the disease. Today's announcement is a testament to CAE's agility and innovative capability. I am glad that we were able to support CAE in accelerating the design and manufacturing of CAE Air1 ventilator that is now ready to be used by our frontline healthcare workers," said the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Canada's Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry.
Quick facts:
CAE Air1 ventilator is designed and manufactured in Montreal, Canada
Over 500 CAE employees from 45 departments have worked on the project so far
The CAE Air1 ventilator has over 500 parts
More than 130 Canadian suppliers were chosen. To access the list of CAE Air1 suppliers / distributors/ collaborators in Canada: click here
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Endometriosis: an invisible disease affecting half a million Canadians
500,000+ Canadian girls and women are affected by endometriosis.1
27.9 years old is the average diagnosis age in Canada. 1
In Canada, individuals with endometriosis often experience a diagnosis delay of more than five years. 1
MONTREAL, June 17, 2020 /CNW/ - AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV), a global, research and development-based biopharmaceutical company, sponsored a first of its kind cross-sectional, online survey of 30,000 women in Canada aged 18 to 49. Earlier this year, the results were published in the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada (JOGC) in a paper entitled "Prevalence, Symptomatic Burden, And Diagnosis Of Endometriosis In Canada: Cross-Sectional Survey Of 30 000 Women."1
Findings showed that Canadians with endometriosis often experience a diagnosis delay of more than five years. This half decade delay in disease recognition indicates an important unmet need for more timely diagnosis of endometriosis across Canada.1
"Often misdiagnosed and mismanaged; endometriosis can have a significant negative impact on a person's physical and mental health and dramatically hinder their overall quality of life. Women need to know that painful periods are not normal. There are treatment options available, as long as endometriosis is identified quickly. Unfortunately, that is not always the case," says Dr. Sukhbir Singh, MD, Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON, who is a primary investigator in the study.
In Canada, it's estimated that seven per cent of women will develop endometriosis.1 Endometriosis is a chronic inflammatory disease that predominantly affects women of reproductive age.2 Endometriosis occurs when endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus. Women with endometriosis experience various symptoms including: non-menstrual pelvic pain, pain during intercourse (dyspareunia), heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, and cramping during menstruation.3 Infertility can also be common with endometriosis.3
"The road for an endometriosis patient is long, with various treatments and no cure. I deal with the physical aspect as well as the emotional and mental pull of it all," said Alexandra Camara, a Canadian living with endometriosis. "I became symptomatic at an early age. My symptoms increased and became more relevant when I was 14, and at 19, I was formally diagnosed. Receiving a proper diagnosis, then later excision surgery, was monumental to symptom management. To help raise awareness, I'm sharing my story to empower women not to suffer in silence."
According to a survey, seven out of ten women experience unresolved – on-going - endometriosis pain.4 Endometriosis is a life-long journey. Often, patients who are diagnosed and on treatment, or have had surgery, still deal with unmanaged pain. It is important for patients to have continuous support, knowledge and access to clinically proven treatments. If still in pain, be your own advocate, seek out options and speak to a health care expert about all treatment options.
Globally, an estimated 176 million women live with endometriosis.5 "Although there is currently no cure for endometriosis, we are committed to researching and supporting Canadians living with endometriosis in an effort to provide resources and hope for this disease," said Denis Hello, Vice President and General Manager, AbbVie Canada. "AbbVie has conducted some of the largest clinical trials in endometriosis in the world. We will continue to research the disease's most common symptoms to support disease management needs."
Resources such as the Endometriosis Network Canada and online chats via #EndoEmpowered can provide important information and foster a sense of community for endometriosis patients in Canada.
About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.
4 De Graaff AA, D'Hooghe TM, Dunselman GAJ, Dirksen CD, Hummelshoj L, WERF EndoCost Consortium, Simoens S. The significant effect of endometriosis on physical, mental and social wellbeing: results from an international cross-sectional survey. Hum Reprod. 2013;28(10):2677-2685. Accessed May 2020.
5 David Adamson, G., Kennedy, S., & Hummelshoj, L. (2010). Creating solutions in endometriosis: Global collaboration through the world endometriosis research foundation. Journal of Endometriosis, 2(1), 3-6. Accessed May 2020.
SOURCE AbbVie Canada
Report: Youth Vaping Rate Increased with Anti-Vaping Campaigns
WASHINGTON, June 17– Today the Competitive Enterprise Institute released a report on the connection between underage e-cigarette use and anti-vaping advocacy.
“Anti-vaping public messaging campaigns by government, advocacy groups, and the media backfired. Teen vaping did not escalate despite the increased anti-vaping messaging but because of it,” said Michelle Minton, CEI senior fellow and author of the report. “Looking at the timeline, underage vaping rates went up along with anti-vaping campaigns that unintentionally portrayed vaping as cool and rebellious.”
The rate of high school students reporting past-month use of e-cigarettes plummeted from 2015 to 2016 but then surged again by 2018. (See chart below.)
The report details a number of multi-million-dollar ad campaigns that were likely culprits. For example, a 2016 ad by the FDA called “Don’t Get Hacked” that entertained with ominous music mimicking the soundtrack of a slasher film playing with images of teenagers vaping. In one instance, a young woman walks into a dark alley to use her e-cigarette. Risky, cinematic, cool!
All the counter-productive ad campaigns relied on wrong-headed tactics:
Making explicit demands on behavior;
Raising awareness about products or behaviors that did not exist before;
Making a product/behavior seem more attractive; or
Portraying the behavior as common or “normal.”
Minton urges other ways to curb underage use of e-cigarettes, such as aiming communications at adults and giving the public—including adolescents—accurate, non-sensationalized information about the relative risks of noncombustible versus combustible forms of tobacco and nicotine consumption. The report also emphasizes some inescapable facts: Cigarette smoking kills approximately half of smokers who sustain the habit over their lifetime, whereas e-cigarettes are an estimated 95 percent less harmful.
“Health advocates should encourage smokers who have trouble quitting to at least switch to a product that delivers nicotine without combustion,” Minton explained.
