mental health

Prince Harry and Meghan, greeted with cheers, talk mental health in Nigeria

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Prince Harry and Meghan, greeted with cheers, talk mental health in Nigeria

Prince Harry and Meghan visited a school in Nigeria’s capital Abuja to talk about mental health. They were greeted with cheers, song, and dance. Harry later met wounded soldiers in Kaduna. Nigeria expressed interest in hosting the 2029 Invictus Games. The couple urged students to take care of their mental health and spoke about the importance of addressing mental health issues. Meghan mentioned their son Archie during the visit.

Parents fight for SMA baby denied newborn screening and home care

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Parents fight for SMA baby denied newborn screening and home care

The lack of newborn screening for Spinal Muscular Atrophy in Cyprus has resulted in Konstantinos Efraim’s irreversible condition, according to his father Pantelis Costa. Despite eventually receiving treatment, bureaucratic hurdles and delays in care have put Konstantinos at risk, with the family facing financial hardship and relying on friends and relatives for support. The Costas have been pleading for home care and nursing assistance, but have faced alleged mockery from officials. Costa plans to take legal action against the state for the absence of newborn screening and inadequate home care services.

US Justice Department takes step to make marijuana use a less serious crime

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US Justice Department takes step to make marijuana use a less serious crime

The U.S. Justice Department is moving to make marijuana use a less serious federal crime by recommending it be reclassified as a schedule three drug with lower penalties. This shift could bridge the gap between state and federal cannabis laws, leading to more research, medical use, lighter criminal penalties, and increased private investment in the cannabis sector. President Joe Biden initiated a review of the drug’s classification, and public support for marijuana legalization has significantly increased. Reclassifying marijuana could also benefit cannabis businesses by allowing their shares to be listed on major stock exchanges, receiving more generous tax deductions, and facing fewer restrictions from banks.

Innovative app aims to combat hate speech online

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Innovative app aims to combat hate speech online

The Hope For Children CRC Policy Centre launched an app called “Hate Trackers Beyond Borders” to empower young people aged 14-25 to fight hate speech online. The initiative involves five leading organisations from four different countries and aims to educate users about hate speech, engage them in dialogue, and raise awareness about issues like gender equality and cultural diversity. The app is available in English, Greek, and two other languages, and provides practical experience and skills to recognize and oppose hate speech.

Changes to capital-gains tax may prompt doctors to quit, CMA warns

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Changes to capital-gains tax may prompt doctors to quit, CMA warns

Doctors in Canada are concerned about the federal government’s proposed increases to capital-gains taxes, which could have a significant financial impact on them. The changes will affect physicians who operate their practices through medical professional corporations, as they will be taxed at a higher rate on capital gains. The Canadian Medical Association conducted a survey in 2021 that found a deterioration of doctors’ mental health during the pandemic, with 47% describing themselves as “flourishing” that year, down from 63% in 2017.

Health minister hails year one achievements (Updated)

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Health minister hails year one achievements (Updated)

Health Minister Michael Damianos praised his ministry’s accomplishments during the first year of President Nikos Christodoulides’ tenure, highlighting the implementation of expenses coverage plan for patients sent abroad for treatment, the increase in subsidy for infertility treatment, and the preparation of new health strategies including better management of patients with mental health problems and nutritional disorders. Additionally, investments in infrastructures and medical equipment in public hospitals worth €22 million were approved.

Freeland’s new federal budget hikes taxes on the rich to cover billions in new spending | CBC News

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Freeland's new federal budget hikes taxes on the rich to cover billions in new spending | CBC News

Fact: Ottawa plans to spend .9 billion more than planned over the next five years, with a projected billion deficit this fiscal year.

Kurt Cobain is still shaping culture

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Kurt Cobain is still shaping culture

Fact: Kurt Cobain and his band Nirvana’s impact and values still resonate in today’s culture and music, 30 years after his death in April 1994.

Pending family law bills undergo committee review

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Pending family law bills undergo committee review

Four bills aimed at modernizing Family Law in Cyprus and benefiting children began to be discussed before the Legal Committee of the Parliament. The bills, which have been pending since 2018, have undergone changes based on stakeholder suggestions. The first bill requires both parents to provide accurate information about their property and income for child support determination. The second bill focuses on the child’s welfare, including provisions for double surnames, child opinions, monitoring by experts, and parental counselling programs. The third bill regulates succession cases for assisted reproduction, while the fourth bill addresses paternity evidence in cases of medically assisted reproduction. There are reservations about the bills, with concerns about Social Services meeting deadlines and the removal of shared parental custody. Written opinions on the bills can be submitted within three weeks.

Elevating employee well-being: boosting productivity and happiness

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Elevating employee well-being: boosting productivity and happiness

Fact: The Women in Tech Global Conference 2024, supported by Adsterra, will convene a panel of speakers to discuss “Elevating Employee Well-Being: Boosting Productivity and Happiness” on April 24 at the Aleph office in Limassol.