March 17, 2023
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If you missed our 13th Annual International Women’s Day Forum, hosted in partnership with the U.S. Department of State, fear not – we are sharing key moments and takeaways here.
Health and Wellness
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation publishes content on health and wellness and related issues. Find and access current and archived items in our database.
November 28, 2022
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Research suggests that 1 in 4 children in the U.S. has a vision problem—an estimated 12.1 million children. As we look to end the social impact of poor vision, we must advocate for higher level changes at the government and private sector levels. It’s clear that with so many larger societal issues linked to poor vision – like education, poverty, good health, and even gender equity – vision is a cause we must address if we are to create resilient societies.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Announces Winners of the 23rd Annual Citizens Awards
November 16, 2022
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation announced the recipients of its 23rd Annual Citizens Awards – eight companies that have shown exceptional leadership in harnessing innovation and creativity to solve our most pressing issues. From developing a STEM program to support the future aerospace workforce, to reducing waste and emissions across the supply chain, to delivering critical relief items to Ukrainian refugees, these companies illustrate how strong businesses are the foundation of strong communities.
November 15, 2022
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Business owners and leaders play a vital role in encouraging employees to get the flu vaccine. Here are answers to 4 frequently asked questions about the tripledemic.
Path Forward: Preparing for the Next Wave of COVID-19
The next wave of COVID-19 variants tracked in Europe are starting to show in the U.S. Are we prepared? Join us on Tuesday, November 1, at 2:00pm ET as CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky joins us for an informative discussion with U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark.
October 21, 2022
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On October 4, we convened business leaders, innovators, and experts for forward-looking discussions on the future of global health. We tackled big questions including: What will global health look like in 2050? What is the role of the private sector in driving innovation?
September 28, 2022
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In recent years, the American public and businesses of all sizes have been battling more than just COVID-19. The mental health crisis continues to impact the lives of millions of Americans. U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Suzanne P.
Path Forward: Addressing the Mental Health Crisis
Join us on Tuesday, September 13, at 2:00pm ET for Path Forward: Addressing the Mental Health Crisis with Accenture North America CEO Jimmy Etheredge and U.S. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Suzanne P. Clark.
Health Forward
Health 2050 Landscape | Health Equity | Mental Health | Telemedicine | Technologies Driving Innovation | Eradicating Disease | Gene Editing | Planning for the Next Pandemic
April 29, 2022
How can leaders from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies do more to prioritize mental health? There are opportunities for change in culture, leadership, policy, and much more. Here are a few reasons why you should consider prioritizing mental health in your workplace.