Breastfeeding Week, Mounjaro Shortage: The Weekly Roundup

This week, UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO) called for immediate global actions to improve breastfeeding support. Also, Eli Lilly anticipates the resolution of the Mounjaro drug shortage. Additionally, the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and the Mexican Consulate in New Brunswick have teamed up to broaden healthcare access for the local Mexican community.

In this week’s view from the top, a new physiotherapy approach focuses on preventive care to avoid severe injuries, while ALSO’s Hosanna Rodríguez underscores the significance of occupational health practices in mitigating workplace risks.

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UNICEF, WHO Urge Global Action to Support Breastfeeding

During World Breastfeeding Week, UNICEF and the WHO called for urgent global action to enhance breastfeeding support. Despite advances, with 48% of infants now exclusively breastfed, this rate still falls short of the 2025 target. Read the whole article here. 

RWJUH, Mexican Consulate Partner to Expand Health Services

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, part of the RWJBarnabas Health system, has formalized a partnership with the Mexican Consulate in New Brunswick, New Jersey, to enhance health services for the local Mexican community. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive healthcare access and educational outreach to Mexican nationals in the area. Learn more about it here.

Eli Lilly's Mounjaro Shortage to End Soon Amid Rising Drug Demand

Eli Lilly expects the shortage of its weight-loss drug Mounjaro, also known as Zepbound, to end soon. The drug, listed on the US Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) shortage list, will see improved supply as Eli Lilly increases production. The company’s GLP-1 agonists, used for both diabetes and weight management, are in high demand due to their effectiveness. Learn more about it here. 

From Recovery to Total Well-being: A New Physiotherapy Approach

In Mexico, people typically seek physiotherapy services only after sustaining an injury. But numerous preventive measures can be taken to avoid severe injuries or prevent structural damage among those who exercise regularly, explains Jhali Hernández, Co-Founder, Otium Physiotherapy and Wellness. Read the whole interview here.  

Occupational Health: Focus on Prevention for Well-Being

Adherence to occupational health practices prevents workplace illnesses and risks, ensuring employee well-being, says ALSO’s Hosanna Rodríguez. “Occupational health is preventive and concentrates on the well-being of workers and their work environment,” says Rodríguez. Read the whole interview here.