Food insecurity and economic strife still affect countless people around the globe, especially those in developing countries. Heifer International is dedicated to much more than just providing food to people in need – they’re focused on providing well-rounded solutions that allow people independence, education, security, and a sustainable future for themselves, their families, and their …
Mental illnesses may not be as visible as physical maladies, but they can pose just as great a health risk, if not more. That’s what the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) aims to tackle, working to provide more understanding, resources, and support for those affected by mental illness. Because mental illness is a …
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Youth homelessness affects 4.2 million youth in the United States each year. However, LGBTQ+ youth are 120% more likely to experience this difficult and frightening situation than their non-LGBTQ+ peers. In response to the startling statistic that LGBTQ+ individuals comprise up to 40% of young people experiencing homelessness, Cyndi Lauper, Lisa Barbaris, Jonny Podell, and …
Ovarian cancer makes up approximately 1 percent of all new cancer cases each year and is the fifth-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in women. With a nearly 50 percent five-year survival rate, it is not always one of the deadliest cancers, but its survival rate also has seen relatively little progress over the last few …
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Today’s medical researchers are making greater strides than ever before. To make their work a reality, though, they need funding and support – and that’s what VeloSano is all about. Taking its name from the Latin phrase for “swift cure,” VeloSano is the premier fundraising initiative of the Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center and Cleveland …
Alzheimer’s disease has devastated so many families, but many organizations are doing the work to find out more about the causes, develop treatments, and provide much-needed support and services to families dealing with the disease. One of the foremost organizations is the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, dedicated to educating families and funding research towards treatments …
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