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Fashion United
5 days ago
- Business
- Fashion United
Sustainability at Miomojo focuses on innovation and responsibility
While large clothing and accessory brands often struggle with their sustainability efforts, as their size makes them inflexible or their business model is based on overproduction, smaller and younger labels have it a bit easier as a sustainable direction was part of their programme from the outset. One such company is the Italian bag label Miomojo, which produces vegan bags from various material innovations. In its latest Impact Report, the brand reports on its achievements over the past year. 'We explored even more advanced materials, expanded our research, and forged extraordinary partnerships. From sports with Udinese Calcio to direct activism with Sea Shepherd, from our alliance with AIPD to our work with Humana,' sums up founder Claudia Pievani, highlighting some of the key achievements. The brand's sustainability strategy rests on four pillars: people and social justice, materials and innovation, environment and climate and activism and responsibility. Materials and innovation In 2024, 50 percent of Miomojo's materials were bio-based, derived from agricultural waste such as orange, olive, bamboo and rice; 32 percent came from recycled sources and 13 percent from certified natural fibres. Five percent came from "bold innovations" such as mycelium, grape, tea and marble. The brand launched four collections in total, each built around a single material. 'Every material is a statement. We don't use what is easy. We use what makes sense,' is the brand's motto. Environment and climate In 2024, the brand used sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for 27 percent of its air freight with the DHL GoGreen Plus programme. This reduced CO₂ intensity by 24.7 percent. 'We reduced travel, prioritised trains, chose economy class—even for long-haul flights. We optimised every logistical detail, starting the transition to reusable packaging for e-commerce ,' reports Miomojo. Activism and responsibility Following the motto 'Avoiding harm is not enough. You have to take a stand', Miomojo has donated 10 percent of its profits to organisations that protect animals, biodiversity and human rights since its foundation. In 2024, the label launched the 'Guardians of the Sea' campaign together with Sea Shepherd and the Seaqual Initiative: a limited edition gift box made from yarn from regenerated marine plastic. Twenty percent of the proceeds were donated to the environmental protection organisation, which uses it to protect the Mediterranean octopus and the ecosystem it depends on. Miomojo also supports Four Paws, Save the Dogs, Animal Equality, Capra Libera Tutti and PETA. People and social justice Last year, Miomojo donated over 2,000 products to Oxfam, raising more than 112,000 euros for projects such as access to clean water for over 11,000 people in Yemen, as well as education, health and agriculture programmes for vulnerable communities. With the Italian Down Syndrome Association AIPD, the label has begun a path of inclusion and welcomed new employee Giulia to the team. Miomojo's vision has also been presented at universities such as Bocconi, IULM, Bicocca and Cattolica to offer future generations a different perspective. Miomojo x Udinese Calcio. Credits: Miomojo Collaborations Last year, the label collaborated in three areas beyond fashion: in the sports realm with a sports capsule made of olive-based material with the Italian football club Udinese Calcio; in the world of mobility with a rice-based travel bag developed together with Porsche Bergamo; and in tourism with gift ideas for hotels and wineries. In addition, the collaboration with the non-profit organisation Humana People to People Italy, which has been transforming second-hand clothing into social and ecological value since 2016, will ensure that accessories from previous collections find a new life in Humana stores. Future plans for Miomojo This year, the label will be present at the Emmy Awards for the first time, together with PETA USA. The planned Miomojo Foundation is also intended to be a place where innovation, education and care come together, where various animal-free materials are presented and animals are rescued, a sustainable hub for schools and universities to discover. Miomojo was founded in 2014 by Pievani in Bergamo: 'From the very beginning, we have been committed to creating a new business paradigm where profit and positive impact are inextricably linked. As a B Corporation and a leader in this emerging economy, we believe that businesses should be run in a way that promotes the well-being of people, all living things and nature. Through our products, services, practices and profits, we strive to avoid harm and create benefit for all,' explains Pievani. The complete Impact Report can be downloaded from the Miomojo website.
Medical News Today
07-07-2025
- Health
- Medical News Today
Alcohol-induced psychosis disorder: What to know
Schizophrenia is a mental health condition. Alcohol itself cannot cause schizophrenia. However, some people might experience symptoms of schizophrenia due to alcohol-induced psychosis disorder (AIPD) can arise when someone drinks large amounts or withdraws from heavy alcohol use. People who can reduce or quit drinking alcohol have a good chance of not experiencing this form of psychosis alcohol cause schizophrenia?Schizophrenia is a psychotic disorder that involves hallucinations or delusions. People with schizophrenia may also experience thought, behavior, and speech disturbances. Schizophrenia affects roughly 1% of adults cannot cause schizophrenia. However, some forms of alcohol use can lead to AIPD, a condition sometimes known as alcohol-related psychosis or alcohol alcohol intoxication, alcohol withdrawal, and long-standing alcohol misuse all have the potential to lead to alcohol-induced psychosis. However, this complication is relatively in a 2019 article also suggests that people with schizophrenia may be three times more likely to experience heavy alcohol use than those without the condition. Possible reasons for this include:Self-medication: Some people with schizophrenia may use alcohol to try to get relief from their symptoms or the side effects of prescribed reasons: The article suggests that having schizophrenia correlates with factors that can lead to heavier alcohol consumption, such as poverty, cognitive problems, and impaired social or trauma: Some problems with the brain, such as injury or dysfunction of the brain's reward system, could predispose some people toward developing schizophrenia and alcohol use disorder (AUD).Symptoms of schizophrenia and AIPDSchizophrenia and AIPD are both psychotic disorders, and they have some symptoms in common. Alcohol-induced psychosis symptomsAIPD refers to psychosis that develops as a result of alcohol consumption. The symptoms of AIPD arise either during or just after a period of heavy alcohol consumption. They may include:hallucinationsdelusions paranoiafearSchizophrenia symptomsThe Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (DSM-5) states that a person has schizophrenia if they experience at least two of the following symptoms for at least 1 month:delusionshallucinationsdisorganized speechhighly disorganized behaviornegative moodAt least one of these symptoms must be delusions, hallucinations, or disorganized speech. There are some important differences between schizophrenia and AIPD. People with the latter condition tend to have more severe anxiety or depression symptoms than people with schizophrenia. Conversely, people with schizophrenia tend to have more disorganization symptoms than people with for AIPDTreatment should begin shortly after a person's AIPD diagnosis. Healthcare professionals must first check whether alcohol consumption has caused life threatening physiological changes that require large amounts of alcohol can cause the following serious complications:liver inflammationliver failure, in people with chronic liver diseaseirregular heartbeatheart failurestrokeIf the individual becomes unstable, aggressive, or violent, they may require sedation. Doctors can provide sedation using medications, such as benzodiazepines, antipsychotics, or both. Although the dosage may change, the use of these medications may persist into the medium or long alcoholQuitting alcohol is an essential component of the treatment plan and is necessary to prevent AIPD United Kingdom's National Health Service (NHS) lists the following tips to help abstain from alcohol:Talk therapy: Therapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), can provide tips for managing harmful thoughts or feelings to minimize the risk of drinking detox: This is when someone with an alcohol addiction stops drinking completely for an extended time in a safe and controlled environment. Specialist staff will help the person manage any withdrawal groups: Support groups, such as Alcoholics Anonymous, can help people with alcohol addiction. They allow for open, nonjudgmental discussions about addiction and give a person access to a network of supportive and understanding people.»Learn more:How to stop drinking alcoholWhere to get help for addictionSupport from addiction and mental health services might give someone the best chance of recovering from Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration offers resources for people in the United States seeking help for alcohol can also speak with a healthcare professional to find local support conditionsProviding accurate diagnoses can be difficult when different conditions have similar symptoms. Conditions that can appear similar to AIPD include:bipolar disorderdeliriumhallucinogen usecannabis-related disorderscocaine-related disordersschizophreniaMedical records can help doctors rule out conditions such as those above. However, this may not always be of AIPDThere are possible severe complications of AIPD, including an elevated risk of: depressionanxietysuicideAdditionally, people with AIPD may be unpredictable or resort to outlook for people with AIPD will vary. For instance, acute alcohol intoxication can be a life threatening condition, which means that people whose psychosis originates from this condition could need urgent medical attention.A person's outlook can depend on whether they abstain from alcohol. Those who do not are likely to experience ongoing mental health problems. People with AIPD have a 5% to 30% chance of developing a chronic condition that is by abstaining from alcohol, people can lower their risk of another alcohol-induced psychotic asked questionsHow long does alcohol-induced psychosis last?Scientists estimate that AIPD lasts up to 1 month. However, some people could experience symptoms for more than 6 behavioral and mental symptoms last for significantly less or longer than this, healthcare professionals may not consider AIPD the cause of the estimate that AIPD lasts up to 1 month. However, some people could experience symptoms for more than 6 behavioral and mental symptoms last for significantly less or longer than this, healthcare professionals may not consider AIPD the cause of the is alcohol paranoia?Alcohol paranoia is a paranoid episode resulting from alcohol use. People with AIPD can also experience intense paranoia is a paranoid episode resulting from alcohol use. People with AIPD can also experience intense is a rare but serious complication of alcohol use. Although it is not a form of schizophrenia, these conditions have several characteristic symptoms in common. Experiencing psychosis can be scary, but support from healthcare professionals and mental health and addiction services can help people with AIPD. People who abstain from alcohol have the best chance of not experiencing psychosis again.
