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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
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Fidelis Care Food Security Grant Applications Now Open to Providers and Organizations Across New York State
Grants aim to help fund health equity programs that support food security and Food Is Medicine practices LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y., July 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Fidelis Care, a statewide health plan with more than 2.4 million members in New York State and a Centene Corporation company, has opened the application process for its 2025 grants addressing food insecurity. The grants, open to healthcare providers and community-based organizations in New York, aim to fund programs that support food security and Food Is Medicine (FIM) practices. The FIM approach integrates access to nutritious food into healthcare delivery to prevent, manage, or treat diet-related diseases. These programs are increasingly supported by healthcare professionals to improve health outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and address disparities in nutrition and chronic disease management. The United States Department of Agriculture says over 47 million people in the United States struggle to access enough nutritious food. In New York State, over 2.2 million residents, including more than 14 percent of children in the state, are affected. Urban areas like New York City face high demand, while rural regions such as the North Country and Southern Tier reported some of the state's highest rates of need. Suburban communities, often underrepresented in hunger data, also saw growing challenges, particularly among families who don't qualify for federal assistance but still face economic hardship. "The gaps we are seeing in food access really show why health equity programs are so important," said Fidelis Care Chief Medical Officer Dr. Vincent Marchello. "Fidelis Care is pleased to support local groups that make a real difference, especially through Food Is Medicine programs that connect people with the nutritious food they need to stay healthy. These grants are part of our ongoing commitment to making sure that everyone, no matter where they are in New York, can live a healthier life." The Fidelis Care Food Security and Food Is Medicine grant application is available at The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. August 6, 2025. Fidelis Care plans to announce the grant recipients in September in observance of Hunger Action Month. About Fidelis CareFidelis Care is a mission-driven health plan offering quality, affordable coverage for children and adults of all ages and at all stages of life. With more than 2.4 million members statewide, Fidelis Care believes that all New Yorkers should have access to affordable, quality health insurance. Follow us on LinkedIn at Instagram at @fideliscare, and on Facebook at For more information, call Fidelis Care at1-888-FIDELIS (1-888-343-3547) or visit Media Contact MediaInquiries@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Fidelis Care Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
New Indian Express
7 days ago
- Automotive
- New Indian Express
National Rally Championship: Pissay faces setback in Rd 4, still leads C'ships standings
COIMBATORE: Three-time FIM World Champion Aishwarya Pissay, faced a difficult outing at the latest round of the MRF MoGrip FMSCI Indian National Rally Championship (INRC) 2W 2025, in Coimbatore, retiring from the event due to a technical regulation issue despite being in contention for victory. Heading into the round, Aishwarya had built a strong lead in the Women's Championship and was poised to potentially seal the 2025 title. She was setting the pace through the early stages and had taken a solid lead before being forced to withdraw due to a regulation-related setback with her machine. 'It's never easy to step away from a rally when you're leading, especially one that could have decided the championship. That said, I've always believed motorsport is about how you respond to setbacks. While I couldn't finish today, I'm still leading the overall standings and fully focused on finishing strong in the final round,' said Aishwarya.
New Indian Express
12-07-2025
- Automotive
- New Indian Express
World champ Pissay eyes historic 7th National Rally Title at Coimbatore
COIMBATORE: After three consecutive wins, 3-time FIM World Champion Aishwarya Pissay, is gearing up for a potentially historic performance at Round 4 of the MRF MoGrip FMSCI Indian National Rally Championship 2025 for 2 Wheelers, set to take place in Coimbatore over the weekend. Riding for Petronas TVS Racing, Aishwarya enters this crucial round as the current Women's Championship leader. A victory here would not only extend her unbeaten streak for the season but also put her on track to become the first in Indian motorsport history to win seven National Rally Titles. It would also mark her 12th overall National Title across both rally and road racing — further solidifying her legacy in Indian motorsport. The Rally of Coimbatore presents a formidable challenge, featuring 52.22 km of gravel-heavy competitive stages, spread across a total itinerary of 76.58 km. Known for its unpredictable terrain and technical difficulty, the event will demand precision, endurance, and unwavering focus from all competitors. 'This season has been about pushing every boundary. Coimbatore is a demanding rally with its dirt and gravel terrain, and maintaining focus here is everything. I'm driven to keep this unbeaten streak alive and move one step closer to that 7th national rally title, for my team, my sponsors, and everyone who's supported my journey,' said Aishwarya.
India Gazette
12-07-2025
- Automotive
- India Gazette
Aishwarya Pissay eyes historic 7th National Rally title at Coimbatore
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu)[India], July 12 (ANI): After dominating the season with three consecutive wins, 3-time FIM World Champion and India's most celebrated female motorsport athlete, Aishwarya Pissay, is gearing up for a potentially historic performance at Round 4 of the FMSCI Indian National Rally Championship 2025 for 2 Wheelers, set to take place in Coimbatore on July 12 and 13, Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) said in a press release Riding for Petronas TVS Racing, Aishwarya enters this crucial round as the current Women's Championship leader. A victory here would not only extend her unbeaten streak for the season but also put her on track to become the first in Indian motorsport history to win seven National Rally Titles. It would also mark her 12th overall National Title across both rally and road racing, further solidifying her legacy in Indian motorsport. The Rally of Coimbatore presents a formidable challenge, featuring 52.22 km of gravel-heavy competitive stages, spread across a total itinerary of 76.58 km. Known for its unpredictable terrain and technical difficulty, the event will demand precision, endurance, and unwavering focus from all competitors, the statement added. 'This season has been about pushing every boundary. Coimbatore is a demanding rally with its dirt and gravel terrain, and maintaining focus here is everything. I'm driven to keep this unbeaten streak alive and move one step closer to that 7th national rally title, for my team, my sponsors, and everyone who's supported my journey,' said Aishwarya. Rally Highlights:Event: MRF 2W Rally of Coimbatore 2025Round: 4 of the MRF MoGrip INRC 2WDates: Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13, 2025Surface: Dirt / GravelCompetitive Stages: 52.22 kmTotal Itinerary: 76.58 km Rally HQ:Up to July 11: Coimbatore Auto Sports Club, RS PuramJuly 12 to July 13: KN Hall, Pattanam, Coimbatore. (ANI)
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Rockefeller Foundation Releases New Polling Data: Majority of Americans Want Food is Medicine Programs
Nearly 80% of Americans think food and nutrition should be covered by insurance to address chronic disease NEW YORK, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- New polling data from The Rockefeller Foundation shows that more than four in five adults in the United States – across demographics, income levels, party affiliations, and geographies – support integrating Food is Medicine (FIM) programs into U.S. healthcare. The survey, conducted by Hattaway Communications, highlights high interest but low public awareness of FIM programs, which aim to treat and manage chronic disease by increasing access to nutritious foods. The research underscores the perceived benefits of Food is Medicine programs, with 79% of respondents reporting that FIM programs would personally help them eat better after they received a definition of the intervention. "Americans want nutrition and food solutions to help them eat better, improve their health, and save money," said Dr. Rajiv J. Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation. "We know that these programs are effective in helping patients manage diet-related chronic disease and are cost-effective too. Now, it's even clearer that there is a huge opportunity to improve Americans' health outcomes by investing in low-cost, individualized Food is Medicine solutions that are both proven and popular." Chronic diseases, such as diabetes, obesity, and heart disease, impact an estimated 133 million Americans—more than 38% (or one-third) of the total U.S. population—and cost the United States $1.1 trillion per year (equivalent to what the U.S. spends on food itself). The vast majority of chronic conditions are diet-related: In the United States alone, poor diets contribute to 500,000 deaths annually. Modeling on medically tailored meals shows that investing in FIM programs could save an estimated $32.1 billion a year, significantly reducing Americans' healthcare costs. Even still, only 13% of Americans polled said they knew about FIM programs, which include interventions such as medically tailored meals and prescriptions for accessing fruits and vegetables, coupled with nutrition support. When presented with the definition of what they entail, survey respondents (84%) resoundingly supported the efforts. Some of the key findings include: More than 4 in 5 Americans believe U.S. healthcare should offer more food and nutrition programs to treat and manage illnesses. Nearly 9 in 10 patients would prefer to rely more on healthy eating than on medications to manage their conditions. Nearly 4 in 5 Americans think that Food is Medicine programs should be covered by both public and private insurance, including 85% of self-identified Democrats and 78% of Republicans. 84% of respondents believed FIM could help improve the overall quality of health in the United States. 79% of respondents said FIM programs could help them personally. 49% of the American public and 67% of healthcare workers view high costs of nutritious food as the single largest barrier to eating well. "We are seeing a growing awareness of diet-related diseases and their consequences in the U.S.," said Devon Klatell, Vice President for the Food Initiative at The Rockefeller Foundation. "This polling data shows that Americans want more support to eat well and live well. Food is Medicine programs are one tool that health care practitioners and providers must be considering as they work to address chronic disease in America." The Rockefeller Foundation commissioned Hattaway Communications to conduct the survey, which polled respondents across all 50 states between February 28 and March 11, 2025. The survey sampled 2,271 respondents, including 1,135 patients and 399 healthcare workers. The sample was weighted by gender and education to align with the actual proportions within the population and is representative of racial demographics across the U.S. Since 2019, The Rockefeller Foundation has supported Food is Medicine programs and invested in research to improve their effectiveness and understand the benefits and costs. As part of this effort, The Foundation announced its $100 million investment to expand access to Food is Medicine, including supporting vital research like the American Heart Association's Health Care by Food Initiative. The Foundation also initiated partnerships with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to speed the integration of Food Is Medicine into health systems. In February 2025, The Rockefeller Foundation announced $3.5 million in grant funding to support small and mid-scale U.S. farmers, improve health outcomes for people with chronic disease, mitigate rising health care costs in California, Hawaii, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., and advance state-based efforts to include FIM interventions as a medically covered benefit under Medicaid programs. About The Rockefeller FoundationThe Rockefeller Foundation is a pioneering philanthropy built on collaborative partnerships at the frontiers of science, technology, and innovation that enable individuals, families, and communities to flourish. We make big bets to promote the wellbeing of humanity. Today, we are focused on advancing human opportunity and reversing the climate crisis by transforming systems in food, health, energy, and finance. For more information, sign up for our newsletter at and follow us on X @RockefellerFdn and LinkedIn @the-rockefeller-foundation. Media Contact:Ashley Chang, The Rockefeller Foundation: media@ View original content: SOURCE The Rockefeller Foundation Sign in to access your portfolio
