July 31, 2017
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation knows first-hand of Dr. Jerome Adams’ experience advocating for public health and working with partners across sectors, which will make him an outstanding U.S.
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July 13, 2017
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The good old UPC barcode has been around for nearly a half century, but savvy consumers are pushing hard for advancements in the way we track supply chains and deliver product information. The ubiquity of web-connected mobile devices with high-quality cameras enables mobile app developers to leverage the barcode in fresh ways. They can now provide consumers with digital food transparency, creating profound effects on the food industry.
May 31, 2017
DSM, along with other leading organizations, has partnered to support the launch of Africa Improved Foods (AIF) Rwanda LTD.
May 9, 2017
They say it takes a village to raise a child — that a child has the best ability to become a healthy adult if the entire community takes an active role in contributing to the rearing of the child. But what about more than one child? What about an entire generation of children?
April 14, 2017
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, with support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, hosted our first Health Means Business National Summit on Feb. 15-16, 2017 in Washington, D.C.
February 2, 2017
Bill Belichick, head coach and general manager of the New England Patriots, said in a recent interview on ESPN that “we are looking forward to competing hard” in Super Bowl LI against the Atlanta Falcons. Bill Belichick knows what he is talking about.
February 28, 2017
“Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery and today is gift; and that’s why it’s called the present.” ------ Eleanor Roosevelt.
Mindfulness is a skill, a practice to remind us to pay attention to ourselves, others and the world around us.
February 23, 2017
Every day we’re buffeted by “noise” from all the daily demands of work and life. How can we stay calm in this midst of all this? By taking an approach called Mindfulness.
February 24, 2017
Nearly 80% of chronic disease is driven by lifestyle factors, like diet and physical activity.
February 17, 2017
10 partnerships are honored for their efforts to promote community wellness.