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Originally published on CVS Health Company Newsroom

New research study will explore the realities and opportunities of midlife and inform an upcoming documentary

WOONSOCKET, R.I., October 20, 2026 /3BL/ – CVS Health® (NYSE: CVS) announced a new collaboration with The Midlife Collective, a media company and community platform dedicated to changing the cultural conversation around women and aging. As part of the collaboration, the two organizations will conduct a research study designed to better understand the physical, emotional, social and life experiences of women in midlife. Findings from the study will help inform The Midlife Collective’s upcoming documentary, Her Second Act, which will highlight the transformative possibilities of midlife and challenge outdated narratives about aging.

The research will explore the realities women face during this stage of life, while identifying opportunities to better support their health, wellbeing and overall quality of life. By bringing together clinical expertise, original research and storytelling, CVS Health and The Midlife Collective hope to inspire broader conversations about what it means to thrive during a woman’s midlife journey.

Seventy-five million women in the U.S. are currently in some stage of perimenopause, menopause or post-menopause. Approximately two million women transition into menopause each year, and 8-10 million women experience menopausal symptoms in any given year. This transition typically occurs when women are in their late 40s or 50s and is characterized by a significant decrease in estrogen levels.

“For too long, conversations about midlife have been centered around symptoms and limitations,” said Dr. Joanne Armstrong, vice president, chief medical officer of women’s health, CVS Health. “But midlife can also be a time of growth, reinvention and possibility. Through the work with The Midlife Collective, we will pair rigorous clinical research with powerful storytelling, elevate women’s voices, better understand their needs and bring greater awareness and education to this important stage of their health journey.”

The study will build on a growing recognition that midlife encompasses far more than menopause alone. Research will examine a range of experiences, including health, identity, caregiving, relationships, career transitions, financial wellbeing and personal fulfillment. The findings are expected to provide new insights into how women navigate this phase of life and where additional support may be needed.

Her Second Act, currently in development, co-directed by Abby Epstein and Constance Zimmer and produced by Julie Flakstad, seeks to challenge the cultural narrative around women and aging by highlighting stories of recalibration, resilience and discovery. Through interviews, emerging science, expert perspectives, personal and celebrity stories, the documentary aims to help women reimagine midlife as one of the most profound chapters yet.

“After years of listening to women’s midlife experiences, one thing is clear: the story we’ve been told is blatantly wrong,” said Constance Zimmer, Emmy-nominated actress, co-founder of The Midlife Collective. “We aim to highlight the complexity and possibility of midlife so women feel seen and understood. Through our collaboration with CVS Health, we’re pairing storytelling with research to deepen understanding and shape a more accurate and inspiring narrative for future generations.”

This collaboration is part of CVS Health’s commitment to supporting women at every stage of life through access to care, education and evidence-based resources. CVS Health develops customized programs and solutions across its lines of business that support every stage of a woman’s health journey, including midlife.

CVS Pharmacy® pharmacists provide medication guidance and help customers select menopause products and supplements, available at approximately 7,000 locations nationwide. MinuteClinic® also works with the Menopause Society to train providers in evidence-based menopause care and expand access to support.

Aetna® supports women in midlife through virtual care, behavioral health services, education, peer groups and coaching. The CVS Weight Management program complements these services with personalized nutrition coaching and weight-loss medication options, including GLP-1s.

In 2025, CVS Health became the first U.S. company to earn the Menopause Friendly Accreditation from MiDOViA, setting a new standard for workplace midlife health support. The accreditation recognizes CVS Health’s commitment to supporting colleagues and the people it serves with aligned benefits, educational resources and peer support services to help them navigate through menopause and their healthy aging journeys.

About CVS Health

CVS Health® is a leading health solutions company simplifying health care one person, one family and one community at a time. As of June 30, 2026, the Company had approximately 9,000 retail pharmacy locations, more than 1,000 walk-in and primary care medical clinics and a leading pharmacy benefits manager with approximately 87 million plan members. The Company also serves an estimated 37 million people through a broad range of health insurance products and related services. The Company’s integrated model uses personalized, technology driven services to connect people to simply better health, increasing access to quality care, delivering better outcomes, and lowering overall costs.

About Midlife Collective

The Midlife Collective is a media company and community platform dedicated to creating a more honest, joyful and expansive vision of midlife for women. Through storytelling, live events, community experiences and creative projects, the organization is working to change the cultural conversation around aging and help women embrace the opportunities of life’s next chapter. Her Second Act, currently in development, is its flagship documentary exploring the profound shifts in identity, purpose, relationships and empowerment that define midlife.

Media contact

Amy Thibault
401-318-2865
Amy.Thibault@CVSHealth.com

MORRISVILLE, N.C. /3BL/ – Lenovo announced that Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, will join Lenovo 360 Circle as a strategic ally to bring decarbonization expertise and management tools directly to IT channel partners.

Lenovo 360 Circle is Lenovo’s global sustainability community, bringing together channel partners worldwide to collaborate on shared challenges, accelerate sustainability transformation, and turn sustainability ambitions into business opportunities. Through its Allyship program, Lenovo 360 Circle connects partners with leading technology and industry organizations to enable collaboration and provide access to specialized expertise that helps partners accelerate their sustainability goals.

As its newest strategic ally, Schneider Electric will bring its Decarbonization Champion initiative to the community, giving eligible members access to carbon management tools and hands-on support from Schneider Electric Advisory Services specialists to measure their emissions, identify opportunities for reduction, and develop a practical decarbonization roadmap for their business.

“Every partner’s sustainability journey is unique, but the need for action has never been greater,” said Paul Tyrer, Vice President, Global AI Enterprise and Partner Ecosystem, Schneider Electric. “Through the Decarbonization Champion offer, we’re building the momentum needed to address the broader Scope 3 challenge and drive lasting progress across our industry. Now partners can accelerate progress on Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions with tailored guidance and practical roadmaps aligned to their individual needs. The Decarbonization Champions will be recognized as the leading partners in the IT industry who are setting the highest standard for sustainability by turning ambition into measurable impact.”  

The business case for decarbonization

As sustainability requirements become increasingly relevant to customer decisions, RFPs, and supply chains, channel partners face growing expectations to demonstrate credible progress. Building the ability to measure and demonstrate that progress can help partners meet evolving customer requirements and differentiate their businesses.

For many organizations, however, knowing where to start can be a challenge. Decarbonization requires companies to first understand where their greenhouse gas emissions come from, identify opportunities to reduce them, and translate those insights into practical actions with measurable results.

“Sustainability is no longer only about commitments; it is increasingly influencing market access, customer preference, and business growth,” said Virginie le Barbu, Lenovo’s Executive Director of Global Sustainability for International Markets. “Through Lenovo 360 Circle and our collaboration with Schneider Electric, partners gain practical decarbonization expertise that helps them strengthen their competitiveness and respond to evolving customer expectations.”

How the Decarbonization Champion initiative works

Building on Lenovo 360 Circle’s existing Connect, Learn and Lead journey, Schneider Electric’s Decarbonization Champion initiative provides eligible partners with a four-stage pathway combining education, carbon management tools, and specialist support to help them understand their emissions and translate that insight into action:

• Build knowledge: Develop sustainability and decarbonization expertise through Schneider Electric Sustainability School and Lenovo 360 Sustainability Learning Paths.
• Measure impact: Access carbon management tools to establish a Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions baseline, providing the data needed to understand environmental impact. Partners completing the education and measurement stages will earn Schneider Electric Decarbonization Champion recognition.
• Build the roadmap: Receive hands-on support from Schneider Electric specialists, including a remote site audit, strategy workshop and jointly developed decarbonization roadmap to help identify and prioritize opportunities for action.
• Take action and demonstrate progress: Implement priority initiatives identified through the roadmap and track progress over time. Partners that choose to implement eligible Schneider Electric solutions can also access rebate opportunities to support their decarbonization actions.

The pathway is designed as an ongoing cycle of measurement and continuous improvement rather than a one-time sustainability assessment.

Two sustainability leaders, one partner ecosystem

The partnership brings together complementary strengths: the scale and engagement of Lenovo 360 Circle with Schneider Electric’s specialist expertise and proven experience in decarbonization.

Today, Lenovo 360 Circle brings together more than 861 partners across 68 markets and has demonstrated measurable progress across participating partners through independent ClimateChoice benchmarking. Schneider Electric brings deep experience helping organizations translate sustainability goals into action, including supporting its top 1,000 suppliers in reducing operational emissions by 56 percent between 2021 and 2025.

Both companies were also recognized as Champions in Omdia’s global Sustainable Ecosystems Leadership Matrix 2026, reflecting their respective approaches to advancing sustainability across their broader ecosystems.

Together, Lenovo and Schneider Electric can extend practical decarbonization capabilities across an established global partner community, helping partners move from sustainability knowledge to measurement, planning and action.

 Learn more at the Lenovo 360 Partner Hub.

About Lenovo

Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Guided by its vision of “Smarter Technology for All”, Lenovo is executing a Hybrid AI strategy that spans Personal AI – one personal AI, multiple devices; and Enterprise AI – helping customers turn data into insights and value. This strategy is delivered through the Group’s commitment to world-class innovation and a full-stack AI portfolio, including devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets, accessories), infrastructure solutions (server, storage, edge, high-performance computing and software defined infrastructure), as well as software, solutions, and services. With a global footprint spanning more than 20 research and development locations and a global supply chain that includes more than 30 manufacturing sites across 11 markets, Lenovo is widely recognized for its operational excellence. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). Learn more at www.lenovo.com and follow the latest news in our newsroom.

About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is a global energy technology leader, driving efficiency and sustainability by electrifying, automating, and digitalizing industries, businesses, and homes. Its technologies enable buildings, data centers, factories, infrastructure, and grids to operate as open, interconnected ecosystems, enhancing performance, resilience, and sustainability. The portfolio includes intelligent devices, software-defined architectures, AI-powered systems, digital services, and expert advisory. With 160,000 employees and 1 million partners in over 100 countries, Schneider Electric is consistently ranked among the world’s most sustainable companies. Learn more about Advancing Energy Tech on Schneider Electric Insights.

Related resources: The detailed sustainability results and highlights are available in Schneider Electric’s sustainability reports, published alongside the Group’s financial results.

October 19, 2026 /3BL/ – With over 4 million children projected to be in need of urgent Treatment. Of these, more than 1 million children are expected to suffer from the most severe form of malnutrition.

UNICEF and Action Against Hunger, chair and co-chair of the Afghanistan Nutrition Cluster, warned today that acute malnutrition is worsening across Afghanistan, with over 4 million children expected to require treatment in 2027, the highest number recorded in the past five years.

The latest Integrated Phase Classification (IPC) for Acute Malnutrition, released today, shows the situation next year is expected to worsen. The number of provinces facing critical levels of malnutrition has increased from 7 in 2025 to 10 in 2026 and is projected to reach 14 in 2027 — more than one-third of Afghanistan’s provinces. The 2027 prediction reflects the impact of a seasonal rise in malnutrition, as well as an anticipated funding cliff that could reduce access to preventive nutrition services and disrupt life-saving treatment for children who need it most.

The IPC analysis shows that the most severe form of acute malnutrition is also rising fastest. An estimated 1.09 million children are projected to suffer from severe acute malnutrition in 2027, a 16 per cent increase from 2026, while nearly 3 million children are expected to experience moderate acute malnutrition. Behind these figures are children at greater risk of illness, developmental delays and, in the most severe cases, death if treatment is not available. Nearly 1.3 million pregnant or breastfeeding women are expected to suffer from malnutrition in the same period.

Multiple factors are driving this worsening crisis. For too many families, putting nutritious food on the table and accessing safe water is becoming harder. Only one in three children aged 6 to 24 months currently gets the right combonation of nutritious foods to support their healthy growth and development.

Meanwhile, recurrent outbreaks of acute watery diarrhoea, measles and other preventable illnesses are increasing the risks, while nearly half of households in Afghanistan struggle to access adequate and safe water.

Cross-border disruptions have also affected the availability of essential nutrition supplies, placing additional pressure on an already overstretched response, and delaying children’s access to life-saving nutrition commodities.

“We know what works, and we know that early action saves lives. What is needed now is sustained, predictable investment to keep nutrition, health and WASH services within reach of the children and families who need them most. I have seen the resilience of families and we need to match this with early detection, availability of nutrition commodities and treatment,” says UNICEF Afghanistan Representative Dr. Tajudeen Oyewale.

Some of the highest levels of acute malnutrition continue to be recorded in the South, where growing needs are outpacing the services available to families, leaving children and pregnant and breastfeeding women increasingly vulnerable.

“I recently visited Helmand, in Southern Afghanistan, where nutrition services have come under enormous pressure. Treating severe malnutrition saves children’s lives and remains essential, but we should not wait until a child is fighting for their life before acting. Real success is measured by how many children we can prevent from becoming severely malnourished in the first place. That is the path to a healthier future for Afghanistan’s children,” says Cobi Rietveld, Action Against Hunger Country Director in Afghanistan.

The Nutrition Cluster warns that without urgent and sustained funding, acute malnutrition will likely worsen further. Immediate investment is needed to maintain life-saving food, nutrition and health services, alongside safe water, sanitation and livelihood support, to meet immediate needs while addressing the underlying drivers of malnutrition.

Timely funding now can prevent further deterioration, protect essential services, and reduce the human and financial cost of responding later.

For press inquiries: media@actionagainsthunger.org

Watch the full Shared Table episode with Dr. Molly Brinkmann here.

Today’s pet parent is demanding – and they should be. They’re more informed, they want convenience and the same personalization they get everywhere else in their life. The question for our industry is simple – How does animal health meet that pet owner?

That question brought me to Dr. Molly Brinkmann – known to 600,000 followers as @DrMollySays – for our latest Shared Table conversation. Dr. Molly has spent 11 years in practice and years listening to pet owners on social media. Now she’s putting everything she’s learned into brick and mortar: The Local Vets, her own practice in Franklin, Tennessee, designed from the ground up around transparency, trust and community.

Nothing to Hide: Transparency Built into the Walls 

Dr. Molly tried to buy a practice. It didn’t work out, so she built one instead. Every design choice in her clinic is intentional – no receptionist loudly talking on the phone, low-stress alternative entry points for anxious pets and windows on exam doors. The boldest choice? A waiting-room window that looks straight into the surgery suite.

“A lot of issues between vet staff and pet owners are that pet owners don’t really understand what we’re doing and why. They don’t see it.”

That same thought shows up in her membership program, “The Neighborhood.” One of the biggest friction points for families isn’t lack of caring for their pets – it’s a perceived cost barrier. “People have this concept it’s going to be $400 to walk through the door.” Her flat annual membership fee covers exams, so walking in costs nothing. Small touches – a membership card, a photo member wall, birthday surprises – turn a transaction into meaningful interactions. 

Best Quote: “I never want having a pet to be a privilege or a luxury… everyone should be able to have a pet.” 

The Pendulum Swing: Corporate and Independent Practices 

Dr. Molly sees the veterinary space evolving. Consolidation helped elevate standards across the profession – improving competitive pay for clinic staff and expanding advanced diagnostic tools. At the same time, this evolution has opened space for independent practices to emerge alongside larger networks, creating diverse models that meet different pet parent needs.

“I think corporate medicine elevated veterinary medicine in general,” said Dr. Molly. “Mom and pop practices had this pressure to compete for staff so pay their staff better. I think that was long overdue.”

Now she sees the lesson flowing the other way. As more vets open practices on their own terms, she believes larger networks are taking notice. “I think corporate is learning or seeing, okay, wait, that’s going to succeed, or that is succeeding,” she said. “I think now they’re going to learn from us again and maybe adjust.”

Bad Information Meets Its Match 

@DrMollySays started to counter bad information online, then found an audience after a video of her imitating dog breeds as people went viral. What surprised her wasn’t the reach – it was the impact. Pet parents told her that a post on @DrMollySays gave them the courage to finally do the dental work their dog needed, something they’d been too scared to schedule until they understood it.

Visits are Down. Expectations are Up. 

Vet visits have slipped across the industry, but Dr. Molly doesn’t read that as pet parents caring less. They’re used to getting answers quickly and on their own terms, and many arrive at the exam room already informed. She doesn’t see that as a threat.

“Pet owners are going to get an education on the internet whether veterinarians want them to or not,” she said. “We should embrace that and be a part of the conversation.” What they can’t get is the relationship. “People want that personal interaction and touch.” Pet parents may be visiting differently, but they still want a vet who explains, listens and meets them where they are.

Big Takeaway: Meeting the modern pet parent isn’t going to come from doing the same things slightly better. It’s going to take ideas like Dr. Molly’s — a clinic built from scratch around transparency, access and trust. The industry’s next winners will be the ones willing to rethink the model, not just refine it.

Thank you, Dr. Molly, for opening your doors – literally – and for showing this industry what it looks like to build trust one table at a time.

Catch the full conversation on YouTube.

by Cristina del Canto

The United Way of Southeast Louisiana has named Entergy Chair and CEO Drew Marsh and his wife, Lynn, as their 2026 Alexis de Tocqueville Award recipients, recognizing their exceptional community leadership and philanthropic commitment. The annual gala honors individuals whose vision and service help mobilize people and resources to expand opportunities for families across the region.

“Drew understands that strong communities don’t happen by chance. They grow when businesses, government, nonprofits and neighbors come together around a shared purpose,” said Michael Williamson, United Way of Southeast Louisiana president and CEO. “Throughout his career — through his leadership at Entergy and work with Lynn on philanthropic and community endeavors — Drew has been able to bring people together, inspire action and open opportunities for families across our region.”

This year’s gala, themed “Power the Next Chapter,” highlighted the Marshes’ long-standing commitment to education and literacy. However, they are also strong advocates for programs focused on workforce development, hunger relief, assistance for the unhoused community and emergency assistance — initiatives that drive long-term, measurable change across Southeast Louisiana.

“Lynn and I believe deeply in the power of community — in looking out for one another, lifting up families and building a region where everyone has the opportunity to thrive,” Marsh said. “Tonight’s honor strengthens our resolve to continue that work.”

Marsh emphasized the award reflects not only his service but also the commitment of Entergy’s 12,000 employees who volunteer, donate and support communities with purpose every day. During the 2025–26 United Way campaign, Marsh served as Campaign Cabinet chair, bringing together business and civic leaders to advance youth opportunity, financial stability and healthy, resilient communities. In 2025 alone, Entergy’s employees contributed more than 169,000 volunteer hours, valued at $5.8 million — a reflection of the company’s culture of service.

“Our employees are the multiplier of our impact,” Marsh said. “This recognition reflects their service just as much as ours. I am privileged to lead such a community-minded, socially committed organization.”

Marsh also reflected on the legacy of former Entergy CEO Wayne Leonard, a past Tocqueville honoree who instilled a deep focus on supporting vulnerable customers. Photographs Leonard hung outside his office decades ago — still displayed today — serve as a reminder of the people behind Entergy’s mission.

During the event, Entergy was also presented with the award for most Tocqueville donors among businesses in Southeast Louisiana, accepted by Michelle Delery, Entergy’s vice president, corporate internal and external communications and a trustee and executive board member of the United Way. “We are honored to receive this recognition, but this is not the reason we give. We give because we believe in the mission and we deeply care about the people of Southeast Louisiana who we serve,” said Delery.

Featured speaker Vyctoria Estopinal, put a face to the very people positively impacted by contributions to United Way. She delivered a moving testimonial about the life-changing impact United Way has had on her family.

“Because someone gave, my son found stability, and I found a pathway forward,” Estopinal said. “United Way didn’t just help me buy a home — they helped me rebuild my future. Today, I stand here not defined by my circumstances, but empowered to help others find hope, because someone believed in me when I needed it most.”

More than 270,000 Entergy customers live at or below the federal poverty level, and nearly half are ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) households experiencing financial instability. Marsh noted that addressing these realities remains central to Entergy’s long-term community partnerships and charitable investments.

The recognition of Drew and Lynn Marsh ultimately highlights the collective impact made by Entergy’s employees — demonstrating that when people work together, they make powerful things possible for the communities they serve.

Tune in to United Way’s radio show to hear Marsh and Williamson discuss how Entergy and United Way’s partnership continues to strengthen and support the communities we serve.

View original content here.

The patient featured in this story was compensated by Medtronic.

As a former Australian Olympian and Commonwealth Games marathon silver medalist, Krishna Stanton knew endurance. She knew how to keep going when her legs were tired. She knew how to trust her body over long distances.

Still, nothing in her athletic career prepared her for the quiet, daily worry of living with bowel control problems. For years, the condition affected nearly every part of her life. Eventually, it took her away from running, one of the places where she felt most like herself.

“So much of my life was taken away because of my incontinence,” she said. “I was not the person you see today. I had lost confidence, was living with anxiety, and felt embarrassed.”

Fecal incontinence and bowel control problems can affect daily life, but treatments like sacral neuromodulation may help some patients like Stanton regain control.

Who is Krishna Stanton?

Stanton is a 60-year-old athlete, educator, mother, and long-distance runner living in Brisbane. She speaks with warmth and humor, but also with honesty about the health challenges that changed how she moved through the world.

Running entered her life at age 10, when she realized that even if she was not the best at other sports, she could keep running when others stopped. That ability became part of her identity.

Her elite running career took shape when she moved to Canberra to attend teachers’ college and earned a scholarship to the Australian Institute of Sport. She went on to compete for Australia at the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona in the 3,000-meter race. Later, she found another level of success in the marathon, winning the Sydney Marathon in 2001 and earning a silver medal at the 2002 Commonwealth Games in Manchester.

“Once an Olympian, I’m told, always an Olympian,” she said. “Now that I’m a lot older and still trying to run, I probably feel I did not treasure it as much back then as I do now.”

Running was never just competition. For Stanton, it was a place to think, reset, and be alone with her thoughts. It helped her feel strong, steady, and fully herself — until her health challenges, which did not arrive all at once, made it feel out of reach.

During her early running years, she had recurring injuries, including stress fractures, and needed iron injections. Later, she learned she had celiac disease, an autoimmune condition that can affect how the body absorbs nutrients. The diagnosis helped explain why her body had struggled for so long.

Then, childbirth-related complications added another layer to her health challenges. Over time, these issues led to severe bowel dysfunction and fecal incontinence.

What is bowel incontinence?

Bowel incontinence, also known as fecal incontinence, is the loss of normal control over bowel movements.¹ A person may experience unexpected leaks or need to use the bathroom very frequently. Some people experience a combination of these symptoms.

For Stanton, those symptoms quickly became part of daily life. At the time, she was working as a primary school teacher. Even getting through the school day became a challenge. She had to leave her classroom unexpectedly, and a teacher next door would step in when needed. Places that had once felt ordinary became sources of stress and calculation.

“I joke about it, but I know where every bathroom is on every running or walking path in Brisbane,” she said.

Stanton’s experience also points to a broader reality: bowel control problems can affect far more than physical health. They can reshape work, movement, confidence, and daily routines.²

What causes bowel incontinence?

Bowel control problems may occur when communication between the bowel and the brain breaks down.^3,4 For some people, symptoms continue over time. In those cases, additional treatment options that target the sacral nerves involved in normal bowel function may be available.

For Stanton, bowel dysfunction affected much more than physical health. It disrupted work, exercise, travel, and confidence in daily life.² She understands why people may stay quiet, which is why she now encourages others like her to speak honestly.

“For those people suffering in silence, don’t be afraid to be an advocate for yourself, to speak out.” she said.

How Stanton found a treatment option for bowel incontinence

For a long time, she had spoken with many doctors and still had not found the right path forward. That willingness to keep asking questions — and to speak more openly about how much the condition was affecting her life — became an important part of what changed her own path.

Thanks to a friend’s advice, Stanton found new hope. A friend who was a nurse told her about nerve stimulation therapy. She brought Stanton a brochure and encouraged her to ask her colorectal surgeon whether it might help.

After speaking with her physician, she learned about InterStim^™ therapy from Medtronic, a treatment that gave her hope.

What is sacral neuromodulation treatment for fecal incontinence? 

​Sacral neuromodulation (SNM) uses mild electrical stimulation of the sacral nerves and directly targets the nerves that control the bowel, helping to restore the bowel-brain communication pathway and improve bowel function.^3,4 InterStim^™ system is one form of sacral neuromodulation that may help some people with fecal incontinence.^5,6

For Stanton, that possibility became personal. To find out whether the therapy could help, she first completed a trial with an external nerve stimulator. The trial gave her the chance to experience the therapy before deciding to move ahead with a long-term implant.

“I did notice immediately that there were some sensations that helped me realize when I needed to go to the bathroom,” she said.

Stanton received her first implanted device in 2007. Later, she transitioned to InterStim X^™ therapy, a newer sacral neuromodulation system from Medtronic.

Her experience was not only in terms of technology, but also in terms of support. She remembers the Medtronic staff checking in before, during, and after treatment. Also, follow-up calls, help with settings, and the feeling that people were working with her to make the therapy fit her life.

“Still to this day, I appreciate the Medtronic staff and the team who were with me along the journey. I didn’t feel like just a number.”

Stanton said the support made her feel cared for throughout the process. Over time, that care — together with the therapy itself — helped her begin to regain control and confidence.

Improved bowel control for one patient with InterStim^™ therapy

After treatment, Stanton said her life changed and that she is “back to Krish”. She could work with more confidence. She could be social again. She could travel. She no longer felt the same constant anxiety or had to plan every movement around the nearest bathroom.

After roughly a decade away from running because of her health issues, she returned to the sport she loved. She also regained something even more important: confidence.

In 2022, Stanton ran the London Marathon and set a world record for her age group with a time of 2:48:11. It was a remarkable achievement, but for her it represented something greater — reclaiming movement, identity, and possibility.

Ready for the next race

Today, Stanton continues to train and has spoken openly about what the therapy has meant to her. She wants others living with bowel control problems or incontinence to know that there may be options, and that asking questions can matter.

“No one wants to talk about it,” she said. “So many people do not realize what options are available, or how much a device like this can change someone’s life.”

Stanton knows her story is not a promise that every patient will have the same experience, because every person’s condition, care pathway, and outcome is different. But she hopes her story can help others feel less alone and more willing to start a conversation with a healthcare professional. For people living with bowel or bladder control symptoms, that conversation may be the first step toward understanding what treatment options are available.

Watch the YouTube video of Krishna’s story here.

 

Important Safety information

Medtronic Bowel Control Therapy delivered by the InterStim^™ system treats chronic fecal incontinence (an accident or leaking involving stool).  It should be used after you have tried other treatments such as medications and dietary modifications and they have not worked, or if you are not a candidate for them.

You must demonstrate an appropriate response to the evaluation to be a candidate. You cannot have diathermy (deep heat treatment from electromagnetic energy) if you have an InterStim^™ device.

Safety and effectiveness have not been established for pregnancy and delivery; patients under the age of 18; or for patients with progressive, systemic neurological diseases.

In addition to risks related to surgery, complications can include pain at the implant sites, new pain, infection, lead (thin wire) movement/migration, device problems, interactions with certain other devices or diagnostic equipment such as MRI, undesirable changes in urinary or bowel function, and uncomfortable stimulation (sometimes described as a jolting or shocking feeling).

This therapy is not for everyone. This treatment is prescribed by your doctor. Please talk to your doctor to decide whether this therapy is right for you. Your doctor should discuss all potential benefits and risks with you. Although many patients may benefit from the use of this treatment, results may vary. For further information, please call Medtronic at 1-800-328-0810 and/or consult Medtronic’s website at www.medtronic.com.

Originally published on 3M News Center

3M and Discovery Education named 8th grader Raji Doshi as the winner of the 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge, the nation’s premier middle school science competition. Raji lives in Farmington, Connecticut, and attends Stanford Online High School. She distinguished herself by engineering a natural algae-and-aragonite system, an inventive solution to address ocean acidification by increasing alkalinity and removing carbon dioxide from seawater. As the grand prize winner, Raji received a $25,000 cash prize and the prestigious title of “America’s Top Young Scientist.”

Raji spent the summer competing against nine other finalists and ultimately secured the win during final Challenge events at 3M global headquarters in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Oct. 12 and 13, 2026. The 2026 finalists, ages 11 to 14, each identified an everyday problem, developed an innovative solution, and pitched their project through a one- to two-minute entry video. Their proposals aligned to 3M technology platforms including climate tech and safety, and finalists were evaluated on their creativity, scientific knowledge, communication effectiveness, ingenuity, application of STEM principles, and demonstration of research.

Raji’s project, Engineering a Novel Durable Algae-Aragonite Alkalinity System to Reduce CO2-Driven Ocean Acidification, tests whether macroalgae cultivation paired with natural calcium carbonate buffers could create a durable, low-cost system for reducing coastal acidification, a growing threat to marine ecosystems. The solution reflects the 3M Young Scientist Challenge’s focus on encouraging middle school students to think creatively, apply the power of STEM, and develop real-world solutions that can make a meaningful impact. Through carbonite chemistry analysis, Raji demonstrated the efficacy of aragonite in increasing algae biomass, removing carbon dioxide, and substantially lowering dissolved carbon dioxide. She also developed a Michaelis-Menten computational model to identify an optimal aragonite dose, a step toward making climate solutions more practical for coastal communities. 

“The 3M Young Scientist Challenge highlights the incredible potential of young people to tackle real-world challenges through science,” said William Brown, 3M Chairman and CEO. “The talent and creativity displayed by this year’s finalists was exceptional, and we congratulate Raji on earning the title of America’s Top Young Scientist.”

Each 3M Young Scientist Challenge finalist is paired with a 3M scientist who mentors and works with them one-on-one over the summer to transform their ideas from concept to prototype. This year’s winner was paired with Deborah Isabelle, a product engineering specialist at 3M.

“Raji’s project reminds us that when you’re passionate about something, you can use that interest to change the world, said Isabelle. “She loves collecting seashells and was distressed that ocean acidification is starting to damage the seashells and the creatures that live inside them. It was that passion that led her to create ALKACORE to address the ocean acidification issue.”

The second and third place winners from the 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge also receive special recognition, including a $1,000 prize. This year’s runners-up are:

• Aaisha Asif, a 7th grader from Sarasota, Fla., Pine View, Sarasota County Schools
• Sharvi Mahajan, a 9th grader from San Diego, Calif., Westview High School, Poway Unified School District

The remaining top finalists from the 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge, in alphabetical order by last name, are:

• Ahmed Abdelsalam, a 7th grader from Cambridge, Mass., Darby Vassall Upper School, Cambridge Public Schools
• Aiden Jo, a 9th grader from Houston, Texas, Strake Jesuit College Prepratory, Houston Independent School District
• Roy Kim, an 8th grader from Beaverton, Ore., Whitford Middle School, Beaverton School District
• Arika Kundu, an 8th grader from Shorewood, Minn., Minnetonka Middle School East, Minnetonka Public Schools
• Millie Pradawong, a 9th grader from Fairfax, Va., James Madison High School, Fairfax County
• Naboshree Santra, a 7th grader from Oviedo, Fla., Jackson Heights Middle School, Seminole County Public Schools
• Abigail Stein, an 8th grader from Nashville, Tenn., Harding Academy, Nashville Independent Schools

“When students have the support to follow their curiosity, their ideas can grow into real-world innovation,” said Brian Shaw, Chief Executive Officer of Discovery Education. “For 19 years, our partnership with 3M has paired students with working scientists who coach them from ideation to working prototype. We applaud Raji and every Young Scientist for the dedication and imagination they bring to this challenge, and we’re grateful to 3M for helping us make hands-on scientific inquiry a thrill to watch.”

Now in its 19th year, the 3M Young Scientist Challenge continues to inspire and challenge middle school students to think creatively and apply the power of STEM to develop real-world solutions. Former America’s Top Young Scientists have given TED Talks, filed patents, founded nonprofits, and made the Forbes 30 Under 30 list. In addition, a 3M Young Scientist Challenge Alumni Network was formed in fall 2022 and includes more than 100 former challenge winners, finalists, and mentors, who take part in networking opportunities and more.

The award-winning competition supplements the 3M and Discovery Education program Young Scientist Lab, which provides no-cost dynamic digital resources for students, teachers, and families to explore, transform, and innovate the world around them. All the resources are also available on Discovery Education Experience, the essential companion for engaged PreK-12 classrooms.

To learn more about the 3M Young Scientist Challenge and meet this year’s winners and finalists, visit youngscientistlab.com.

 

SALT LAKE CITY and ATLANTA, October 19, 2026 /3BL/ – The Ray is officially partnering with the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) through a newly finalized Data Sharing Agreement designed to inform UDOT about transformative solutions that could improve safety, efficiency, and infrastructure intelligence across Utah’s transportation network. This collaboration outlines a strategic framework for exchanging high-fidelity transportation data, mapping roadside assets, and preparing Utah’s corridors for next-generation mobility. By leveraging advanced data-driven insights, The Ray aims to help UDOT understand how it might optimize existing public rights-of-way, support grid integration, and improve statewide planning for physical and digital infrastructure.

“This partnership is about reimagining the transportation right-of-way as a platform for technological innovation. The Ray is excited to work alongside UDOT to turn data into actionable intelligence—advancing energy colocation opportunities, safer travel corridors, and smarter infrastructure that deliver measurable value for the state of Utah.”

— Corey Hull, Director of State Partnerships and Strategy

 

Focus Areas of the Partnership

The strategic agreement outlines structured, collaborative efforts in data research, digital mapping, and asset utilization. Under this initial framework, specialized data analytics will evaluate public rights-of-way for alternative energy colocation, including roadside solar installations and utility grid integration. The exchange of critical roadway, freight, and traffic data will also work toward helping UDOT improve situational awareness, streamline operations, and enhance systemic safety metrics. Furthermore, The Ray will provide UDOT with information about opportunities for UDOT to advance digital infrastructure frameworks to prepare state corridors for connected and automated vehicles, optimizing traffic flow and building long-term data resilience.

“Good transportation decisions start with good information,” UDOT Commissioner Carlos Braceras said. “This agreement gives us access to new data and perspectives that can help us better understand our system, ask better questions, and make more informed decisions about Utah’s transportation future.”

— Carlos Braceras, Commissioner of the Utah Department of Transportation

Framework for Long-Term Collaboration

This shared commitment builds a foundation for long-term regional planning, combining UDOT’s corridor leadership with The Ray’s specialized technical analysis to help shape future-ready transport networks. Moving forward, the technical exchange will seamlessly support educational briefs, provide technical planning assets, and validate emerging technologies to scale modern transportation innovation across Utah’s unique geography.

About The Ray

The Ray is a nonprofit organization that reimagines infrastructure to be safer, cleaner, and more productive. We partner with all levels of government to drive innovation in energy and mobility, improving capacity, production, and longevity. Advancing technologies with industry leaders, we’re the only nonprofit in the United States using geospatial analysis for right-of-way utilization, research-based practices, and cutting-edge safety systems to improve transportation.

Media Contact

Dallen McLemore, Communications Specialist, The Ray

229.449.6168 | dallen@theray.org | @TheRayHighway

TEMPE, Ariz., October 19, 2026 /3BL/ – Small business entrepreneurs often pour everything they have into their ventures. Now GoDaddy is asking: Would you put yours in ink?

Today, GoDaddy launched Ink Your Link, a nationwide campaign and contest that will put five winning small businesses on a Times Square billboard, celebrating the courage and commitment it takes to build a business.

Entrepreneurs across the U.S. are invited to share the story of their small business for the chance to turn that passion into a custom tattoo inspired by their business – whether through their website address, logo, origin story or another symbol with personal meaning.

Emmy^®-and Golden Globe^®-nominated actor and entrepreneur Walton Goggins kicked off the contest on Instagram, bringing his signature style and entrepreneurial spirit to a campaign that’s all about going all-in on what you create. From his work on screen to his ventures like Walton Goggins Goggle Glasses, a business he created with GoDaddy Airo, Goggins knows what it means to put your stamp on something you believe in.

“What tattoos and small businesses have in common is that they’re both for people who care so much about their passion, they’ve got to share it with the world,” said Goggins. “I love that Ink Your Link celebrates entrepreneurs who believe in what they’ve built enough to show it off proudly – on their skin and online.”

When business gets personal

The idea behind Ink Your Link comes from a simple truth – starting and growing a small business and getting a tattoo both take passion, conviction and a desire to put something meaningful out for everyone to see.

New research from the GoDaddy Small Business Research Lab found that 13% of more than 1,500 U.S. GoDaddy small business owners said they got a tattoo as a form of self-expression. More than half of those owners got ink to commemorate a business milestone. When asked what part of their business they would consider commemorating, 29% chose their website or domain name, second only to their business name or logo.

“Today, an idea can become a business faster than ever before,” said Aman Bhutani, CEO of GoDaddy. “In a fraction of the time it takes to get a tattoo, an entrepreneur can name their idea, establish an online presence and start bringing it to customers. Ink Your Link celebrates that moment when someone decides to stop thinking about an idea and start building it.”

Starting October 19 through November 15, entrepreneurs can visit InkYour.Link to access the Contest Submission portal page and enter. They’ll be asked to share the story behind their business or business idea, what inspired them to pursue it, the role their domain plays in that journey, and why it means enough to them to commemorate it with a tattoo.

GoDaddy will select five winners to receive a custom tattoo inspired by their business. Renowned tattoo artist Kim Saigh, a GoDaddy customer and small business owner behind Los Angeles tattoo studio Memoir Tattoo, and her team will collaborate with each winner to transform their entrepreneurial story into a one-of-a-kind design. Winners will also be featured on a GoDaddy billboard in Times Square.

The winners will receive a trip to Los Angeles for themselves and a guest, including travel and accommodations. During the trip, they’ll enjoy:

• An exclusive Ink Your Link winners dinner
• A tattoo session at Memoir Tattoo
• A professional photoshoot
• Two pairs of special-edition Walton Goggins Goggle Glasses

Each winning small business will also be featured on a GoDaddy Ink Your Link billboard in Times Square.

The contest is open to GoDaddy customers at the time of entry. Not a customer yet? GoDaddy Airo can help you get started with a website before you enter.

Taking Ink Your Link to the streets

The national contest is one piece of a broader campaign designed to celebrate entrepreneurial commitment in an unexpected way.

On Oct. 24, GoDaddy will bring Ink Your Link to New York City with an immersive pop-up event in Nolita, where guests can experience the campaign firsthand, receive small-business-inspired temporary tattoos and explore how GoDaddy tools like Airo can help turn an idea into a business.

GoDaddy is also giving people a chance to win a pair of special-edition Walton Goggins Goggle Glasses. Eligible entrants – whether or not they are GoDaddy customers – can enter the sweepstakes by following GoDaddy on Instagram and visiting inkyour.link for small-business stories, official rules and eligibility requirements.

About GoDaddy

GoDaddy, the world’s largest domain name registrar, helps millions of entrepreneurs globally start, grow, and scale their businesses. People come to GoDaddy to name their idea, build a website and logo, sell their products and services and accept payments. Airo^®, the company’s agentic operating system for small businesses, helps entrepreneurs get their idea online, run their business day-to-day and grow through an integrated identity, presence and commerce experience. GoDaddy’s expert guides are available 24/7 to provide assistance. To learn more about the company, visit www.GoDaddy.com.

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CAMDEN, N.J., October 19, 2026 /3BL/ – Subaru of America, through its Subaru Loves Pets® initiative, together with iHeartImpact, a community impact division of iHeartMedia designed to help corporate brands partner with nonprofits through their advertising spends with iHeartMedia, today announced an expanded collaboration with the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) to help improve the lives of shelter animals across the country. As part of the partnership, Subaru donated an additional $25,000 to support their ongoing commitment to helping shelter animals find loving homes.

This collaboration builds upon Subaru’s 19-year partnership with the ASPCA, which began in 2008 through the Subaru Share the Love® Event. Through the Subaru Loves Pets initiative, Subaru and its retailers are committed to improving the lives of as many shelter animals as possible and are proud to be the largest corporate donor to the ASPCA. With more than $75 million donated to national and local pet-focused organizations, they have supported the adoption, rescue, transport and health of more than 900,000 animals.

Alan Bethke, Senior Vice President of Marketing, Subaru of America, Inc.: “Subaru and our national network of retailers are fortunate enough to partner with the ASPCA and to see the profound impact that a pet’s unconditional love can have on peoples’ lives. With this additional donation and recognition from iHeartMedia, the work we are doing together as part of Subaru Loves Pets will go even further to support the most vulnerable animals in need, and to help shelter animals find loving homes.”

Every October, Subaru retailers partner with local animal welfare organizations to help prepare shelter pets for adoption through ASPCA-administered grants and a series of pet-focused events held in communities across the country. As part of this year’s campaign, Subaru will celebrate its eighth annual National Make A Dog’s Day on October 22 – a day created by Subaru to encourage dog lovers nationwide to do something special for their dogs while inspiring more people to consider adopting, fostering or supporting an Underdog as a life-changing way to Make A Dog’s Day. Subaru is especially passionate about supporting older and disabled dogs – affectionally called the “Underdogs” – who are often overlooked and spend more time waiting in shelters to find loving homes.

Meredith Galli, Director of Corporate Partnerships, ASPCA: “The ASPCA is proud to be the recipient of this generous donation from iHeartImpact, made possible through our longstanding partnership with Subaru of America. We are thankful to Subaru for selecting the ASPCA as the beneficiary of this gift, which will help strengthen our efforts to create better outcomes for vulnerable animals nationwide.”

The need remains significant. According to the ASPCA, 5.8 million dogs and cats entered shelters and rescues in 2025, with many waiting day after day for the chance to find a loving home.

Together, Subaru, the ASPCA and iHeartImpact aim to inspire more people to support shelter animals while expanding awareness of Subaru’s long-standing commitment to pet adoption and welfare. Through the partnership, iHeartMedia and iHeartImpact will help expand the reach of Subaru’s October campaign with a national broadcast initiative designed to encourage audiences across the country to learn more about shelter pet adoption and fostering.

Jenna Craig, President, National Media Team, iHeartMedia: “National Make A Dog’s Day is a powerful reminder of the impact each of us can have on the lives of shelter animals. As a media partner that reaches 9 out of 10 Americans every month, we’re proud to collaborate with Subaru and the ASPCA to help bring this message to our audiences nationwide and inspire more people to adopt, foster, and support pets waiting for a second chance.”

Learn more about how Subaru is supporting shelter animals across the country at Subaru.com/pets.

About Subaru of America, Inc.

Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) is an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Subaru Corporation of Japan. Headquartered in Camden, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts, and accessories through a network of about 640 retailers across the United States. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero-landfill plants, including Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc., the only U.S. automobile manufacturing plant designated a backyard wildlife habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. SOA is guided by the Subaru Love Promise®, which is the company’s vision to show love and respect to everyone and to support its communities and customers nationwide. Over the past 20 years, SOA and the SOA Foundation have donated more than $357 million to causes that Subaru and its customers care about, and Subaru employees have logged more than 130,000 volunteer hours. Through these actions and more, Subaru is dedicated to being More Than a Car Company® and to making the world a better place.

For additional information, visit media.subaru.com.

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About the ASPCA

The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) believes every animal deserves to live free from suffering. For 160 years, we’ve been on the frontlines to save, transform and protect millions of lives in the fight against animal cruelty. As the nation’s first and leading animal welfare organization, we assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal relocation and placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary communities through research, training and resources. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than 2 million supporters nationwide, our commitment to eliminating animal cruelty is unwavering. For more information, visit aspca.org, and follow the ASPCA on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.

About iHeartMedia, Inc.

iHeartMedia, Inc. [Nasdaq: IHRT] is the leading audio media company in America, with nine out of ten Americans listening to iHeart broadcast radio in every month. iHeart’s broadcast radio assets alone have a larger audience in the U.S. than any other media outlet and over four times the ad-enabled audience of the largest digital only audio service. iHeart is the largest podcast publisher according to both Podtrac and Triton, with more downloads than the next two podcast publishers combined, has the most recognizable live events across all genres of music, has the number one social footprint among audio players, has the highest-reach and most engaged influencers, and is the only fully integrated audio ad tech solution across broadcast, streaming and podcasts. The company continues to leverage its strong audience connection and unparalleled consumer reach to build new platforms, products and services. Visit iHeartMedia.com for more company information.

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Diane Anton
Corporate Communications Manager
(856) 488-5093
danton@subaru.com

Adam Leiter
Corporate Communications Specialist
(856) 488-8668
aleiter@subaru.com