LMH Health commits to health equity and inclusion
LMH Health states its purpose is lifelong health for all with health equity as core. CEO Russ Johnson says equity means fair access to health, jobs, education, housing, and safe environments, driving daily belonging and organizational fabric. Rev Verdell Taylor, longtime Lawrence advocate, highlights community ties.
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Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Russ Johnson
Verdell Taylor
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
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Pandemic toll on youth mental health deepens crisis
A CDC report based on 2021 data shows U S high school girls facing the worst mental health outcomes with nearly 60 percent feeling persistent sadness or hopelessness. Among girls 30 percent seriously contemplated death by self harm, and LGBTQ students report higher rates of severe distress. The survey of over 17 000 students notes increases in sexual violence, self-harm ideation, and racial disparities. Experts say isolation and online schooling amplified preexisting trends.
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Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
Kathleen Ethier
CDC
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