Global Initiative for Public Health and Innovation (GIPHI) Inc.

🔍 AI and Mental Health: A Double-Edged Sword? As artificial intelligence continues to reshape how we live, work, and connect, it's also quietly influencing our emotional and cognitive well-being. From digital fatigue to AI-driven therapy, the impact of AI on mental health is both profound and complex. In this article, we explore how AI is transforming mental health—for better and for worse—and what we can do to strike a balance. A must-read for mental health advocates, digital innovators, and policy thinkers alike. 🧠✨ Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/gsDs2JXm #MentalHealth #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalWellbeing #InnovationInHealthcare #AI #TechForGood #GIPHI

Discover how global innovation in tobacco control is shaping healthier futures. In our latest blog, we delve into regulatory strategies from diverse countries and highlight actionable lessons to reduce smoking rates and enhance public health worldwide. https://rb.gy/pram9a Join the conversation! 🗣️ #PublicHealth #TobaccoControl #GlobalHealth #PolicyInnovation

Your mouth can tell you more than you think—sometimes, it’s the first place to show signs of something serious. 🚨 This #World_Oral_Health_Day, let’s talk about the hidden dangers of tobacco use. Persistent mouth ulcers, white or red patches, difficulty swallowing—these could be early warning signs of oral cancer. Yet, too often, they go unnoticed until it’s too late. Take a moment today to check in on your oral health—or encourage someone else to. It could make all the difference. 💙 #WorldOralHealthDay #TobaccoFreeFuture #OralCancerAwareness #GIPHI #oralcancer #tobacco #tobaccocessation #STARTApp #smoking

March 12th is No Smoking Day! Take the first step towards a healthier, smoke-free life. Quitting smoking can be tough, but the benefits are worth it. Improve your health, increase your energy, and inspire others to do the same. 🌤️Here are some resources to help you quit: 📞National quitlines: 1-800-QUIT-NOW 📱Mobile apps: START App, My Quit Buddy. 🫂Support groups: Nicotine Anonymous 💊Prescription medications: NRTs or consult your doctor Share your quit story, support a friend, or try a new strategy to overcome addiction. Together, let's clear the air and live healthier! #NoSmokingDay #QuitSmoking #HealthyLiving #STARTApp #tobacco #tobaccocessation #oralhealthday #oralhealth #nosmoking #TCC #GIPHI #smoking

🌍📢 Applications Open for hx4i Cohort 2.0! 🚀 Join our Behaviour Change Interventions Through Technology program from May 31 – July 11, 2025. Open to students from India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan! ✅ Learn evidence-based behavior change strategies ✅ Get trained in digital health interventions ✅ Develop public health training skills ✅ Earn a certificate of completion ✅ Learn from world-renowned public health leaders 🔗 Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gsN5Ey4u Deadline: May 15, 2025. Don't miss out! #hx4i #TechForGood #BehaviorChange #Innovation #ApplyNow #nepal #bhutan #india #pakistan #srilanka #fellowship #scholarship #opportunity #tobacco #healthtech #digital #digitalhealth #mhealth #cohort #fellow #internship #intern #publichealth #publichealthfellowship #publichealthinternship

International Women's Day- March 8, 2025 ✨ We proudly celebrate GIPHI as a women-led organisation driving innovation in public health! 💪 A special shoutout to the incredible women on our team- your dedication, passion, and leadership make all the difference! Dr. Sumedha Kushwaha Anjali Singh Dr. Leenus Tafline Dr. Mohita Chadha Let's celebrate the incredible women who make a difference in our lives and communities. From trailblazing leaders to unsung heroes, women everywhere deserve recognition and respect. 💡Here are some ways you can make a difference: ✅Support women-owned businesses ✅Listen to and amplify women's voices ✅Challenge sexist language and behaviors ✅Advocate for policies that promote gender equality Share your stories, appreciate the women in your life, and let's work together towards a more inclusive and equitable world! #InternationalWomensDay #EmpowerWomen #GenderEquality #GIPHI #women #empowerment #March8 #equality #strength #support #womenled

🚀 Introducing hx4i Cohort 2.0! 🌍✨ After a phenomenal first cohort, we’re back—bigger, bolder, and more impactful! 🎯 hx4i Cohort 2.0 is here to redefine how we use technology for behavior change interventions in public health. What’s in store? 🔥 Global experts & thought leaders 💡 Cutting-edge discussions & knowledge exchange 🎯 Hands-on activities & real-world case studies 🌍 World-class exposure & networking If you're passionate about health tech, digital innovation, and driving real change, this is where you need to be! Stay tuned for updates! 🚀 Dr. Sumedha Kushwaha Dr. Mohita Chadha Anjali Singh Isuru Devinda De Silva Dr.Anubhav Nyati Dr Edmond Fernandes, MD Dr Bala Bhargav Parvatham #hx4i #TechForGood #BehaviorChange #Innovation #ApplyNow #nepal #bhutan #india #pakistan #srilanka #fellowship #scholarship #opportunity #tobacco #healthtech #digital #digitalhealth #mhealth #cohort #fellow #internship #intern #publichealth #publichealthfellowship #publichealthinternship

Secondhand Smoke Exposure Risks 💡Did you know? Secondhand smoke exposure can increase the risk of respiratory problems, heart disease, and even lung cancer in non-smokers! 👥Who's at risk? Children, pregnant women, and people with pre-existing medical conditions are especially vulnerable. 🚭How to protect yourself and your loved ones? Avoid smoking in enclosed spaces, encourage smokers to quit, and support smoke-free policies. 🌟Let's clear the air! Spread awareness about the dangers of secondhand smoke exposure and promote a healthier, smoke-free environment. #TobaccoControl #SecondhandSmoke #HealthyLiving #SmokeFree #PublicHealthMatters #CleanAir #HealthyEnvironment

"Empowering healthcare professionals with the right knowledge and technology is the key to creating lasting change." We are thrilled to share the successful completion of our workshop on Tobacco Cessation Counseling using #STARTApp, conducted in collaboration with Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Nursing, Sangli, Maharashtra. Training the next generation of healthcare professionals is crucial in the fight against tobacco addiction. It was an honor to engage with dedicated nursing students from Bharati Vidyapeeth College. Their enthusiasm and commitment to making a difference were truly inspiring. Together, we are taking meaningful steps toward a #TobaccoFree and #SmokeFree India! We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr. H.M. Kadam (Regional Director), Dr. Suresh Kumar Ray (I/C Principal), and Dr. Sunil Malhar Kulkarni (HOD, Community Health Nursing) for their unwavering support in making this initiative possible. A special thank you to Dr. Sumedha Kushwaha, Dr. Mohita Chadha, Dr.Anubhav Nyati, Anjali Singh, Isuru Devinda De Silva for their dedicated efforts in ensuring a smooth and impactful session. We also appreciate the Edward & Cynthia Institute of Public Health, with special thanks to Dr Edmond Fernandes, MD, for being our esteemed certification partner. Here’s a glimpse of the workshop in action! #ATTAC #GIPHI #STARTAPP #EmpoweringYouth #TobaccoCessation #smokefreeindia #TobaccoFreeFuture #TobaccoFreeIndia

Global Initiative for Public Health and Innovation is excited to announce our upcoming training workshop on Tobacco Cessation Counseling using innovative #STARTApp (Stop Tobacco with Assistance and Recovery Today). This event is in collaboration with Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Nursing, Sangli. This session aims to equip participants with tools and strategies for tobacco cessation using digital health technology. We are honored to have Dr. Sumedha Kushwaha, PhD Scholar in Population Health Sciences at the University of Toronto, Research Assistant at CAMH, and Professor at Humber College, Canada, as our keynote speaker, sharing valuable strategies for combating tobacco use. Additionally, Dr. Mohita Chadha, MPH at Brunel University, London, will conduct hands-on training on the START App. 📅 Date: 19th February 2025 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM IST 📍 Mode: Online | Zoom A special note of appreciation to Dr. H.M. Kadam (Regional Director), Dr. Suresh Kumar Ray (I/C Principal), and Dr. Sunil Malhar Kulkarni (HOD, Community Health Nursing) for their unwavering support. Dr. Sumedha Kushwaha Dr. Mohita Chadha Anjali Singh Dr.Anubhav Nyati Isuru Devinda De Silva Bharati Vidyapeeth 🔗 Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your knowledge in tobacco cessation! #PublicHealth #TobaccoCessation #STARTApp #HealthInnovation #TobaccoFreeFuture #Workshops2025 #DigitalHealthTechnologies