Nearly Half of Cancer Deaths Linked to Lifestyle
IMAGE: Adobe Stock Nearly half of cancer deaths and 4 of 10 cases of cancer are linked to a person’s lifestyle, a new study says. Cigarette smoking remains the biggest cancer risk, contributing to 30% of cancer deaths and 20%…
LGBTIQ Inclusion Imperative in Humanitarian Crisis Response: Report
New York, New York – June 27, 2024 – Outright International and Edge Effect have released a groundbreaking report that underscores the urgent need for humanitarian organizations to address the unique challenges LGBTIQ communities face during crises. The research, based on interviews with humanitarian…
Begin a Healthy Lifestyle at 80 and Live to 100
By Lynn C. Allison From Newsmax Dreamstime A new study reveals that making lifestyle changes, even starting at 80 years old, can help you live to 100. A healthy diet and regular exercise are important components of these changes, according to Medical News…
From the Olympic Games to communities around the world: Olympic Refuge Foundation focuses on solutions to support displaced people through sport
18 June 2024 – Ahead of World Refugee Day celebrated on 20 June, the Olympic Refuge Foundation (ORF) reiterates its commitment to building a global movement which supports refugees and displaced people to thrive through sport – whether through the IOC Refugee Olympic Team…
Thailand Takes Monumental Step Towards Marriage Equality
From Outright Intrtnational New York, New York – June 18, 2024 – Thailand’s Senate passed a historic marriage equality law, marking a milestone in Asia’s journey towards recognizing the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ) people. Marriage…
Global Pride Report Celebrates LGBTIQ Resilience in the Face of Attack
New York, New York – June 10, 2024—In the face of discriminatory laws and hostile political discourse, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, and queer (LGBTIQ) people and allies pulled off Pride and other queer visibility initiatives in over 100 countries…
Lifestyle Changes Slow Alzheimer’s in Those at Risk
Adobe Stock New research shows that a set of healthy lifestyle habits can help preserve brain function in folks with mild cognitive impairment or early dementia. About 71% of patients who ate healthy, exercised regularly and engaged in stress management…
Outright International’s 28th Celebration of Courage gala
Outright International’s 28th Celebration of Courage gala The 28th Annual Celebration of Courage awards and gala was hosted by Outright International. The event, which took place on June 3, 2024, at Pier Sixty, Chelsea Piers, New York City, was a…
The UWI intensifies research and activism to tackle gender issues in the Caribbean
The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica W.I. Monday, May 20, 2024—A multidisciplinary team of academics, students, and external partners led by the School for Graduate Studies and Research at The University of the West Indies (The UWI) has been created to…
Outright International Honors Billy Porter with Outspoken Award
New York, New York – April 17, 2024 – Outright International is proud to announce that the talented and influential Billy Porter will be honored with the Outspoken Award at the upcoming 28th annual Celebration of Courage awards and gala, set to take place on…
