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I'd like to ask for donations: Donations not to me, donations to three highly specific organizations that can work together, overcome challenges together, to help bring covid to an end and to work on a project to stop the aging process in a Human, to cure aging.

NIH CDC NOAA

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Donations

Can the NIA accept donations?

Yes. Although the NIA is a federally funded organization and not a fundraising organization, the U.S. Congress has granted the NIA authority to accept donations and bequests to support its mission. Donations to the NIA are deposited in a gift fund account which is separate from the funding the NIA receives from Congress. We do not solicit funds or participate in fundraising activities.

I, Simon Edwards, am soliciting funds independently, with no affiliation to the National Institutes of Health, This fundraising activity supports participation in research studies directly related to aging and the human aging process.

How are donations used?

For decades, NIA has supported many different projects through its Gift Fund. The following types of activities may be supported through the Gift Fund:

• Research studies, including clinical research in our laboratories
• Purchase of equipment and supplies for laboratories
• Support of research workshops and conferences
• Producing informational materials about aging, including Alzheimer’s disease, for the general public and health professionals
• Funding of research grants

How can someone donate to NIA?

Individuals and organizations can donate to the NIA Gift Fund by sending a check or money order payable to "The National Institute on Aging" or to “NIA” with a letter stating that the money is to be used for research and related activities at NIA. Donations and letters should be addressed to:
National Institute on Aging Budget Officer, Financial Management Branch Building 31, Room 5C3531 Center Drive, MSC 2292Bethesda, MD 20892-2540
If you would like your donation to be used specifically for aging and age associative disease research and educational activities, please state this in your letter.
If you are considering leaving money to the NIA in your will, please provide the address of the National Institute on Aging (above) in the will and indicate that the bequest is to be used to support the mission of the NIA.

How are donations acknowledged?

We acknowledge all donations with a thank you letter to the donor. If you wish to donate money in memory or in honor of someone, please include the name of the person in the accompanying letter. If you wish to have an acknowledgment sent to a third party (such as a family member of the memorialized or honored), please provide all the necessary information including the mailing address.
If someone wishes to leave money to the Institute in their Will, he or she should provide the address of the National Institute on Aging in the Will and indicate the bequest is to be used to support the mission of the NIA.

Are gifts deductible?

Gifts made to NIA are tax deductible as charitable contributions under section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (Internal Revenue Code). Potential donors should, however, consult with their tax advisors. For tax filing, the NIA tax exempt number is 53-0196960.

Who can I contact for additional Information?

If you have any further questions, please feel free to write to the NIA Office of Financial Management at the address above or call 301-496-9147.

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CDC Foundation

https://give.cdcfoundation.org...

Join us in our efforts to save and improve lives by creating your own fundraising page. Your support is invaluable to advance our critical research and health initiatives. Whether it's tackling a health emergency or fighting a chronic condition like cancer or heart disease, we need your help to face these public health issues!

It is your fundraiser, but we will be there each step of the way, providing you with the guidance and materials to ensure you feel confident, organized and supported.
Thank you for advancing the work of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and our public health partners! Together our impact is greater.

Your gift today and your commitment for tomorrow will help extend the lifesaving mission of the CDC Foundation and our partners—community organizations, national and international public health leaders, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

(Your gift strengthens the systems families rely on in their most fragile moments—from newborn hearing screenings to respectful maternity care to training clinicians who keep mothers and babies safe.

Through December 31, every gift is doubled up to $25,000 thanks to a generous match from CDC Foundation Board Member Bob Litterman.
Your support helps give families the strong, safe start they deserve.

The Impact of Continuous COVID-19 Infections on Newborn and Maternity Care

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on healthcare systems globally, particularly in the realm of maternity and newborn care. The continuous presence of COVID-19 infections, particularly as new variants emerge, poses significant challenges to maternal and neonatal health. This analysis will delve into the technical aspects of how continuous COVID-19 infections influence these critical areas, covering the following dimensions:

1. Infection Risks for Pregnant Women
   • Increased Risk of Severe Disease: Pregnant women are at an increased risk of severe outcomes from COVID-19 infection, including higher rates of hospitalization, ICU admission, and mechanical ventilation. Studies have shown that pregnant women with COVID-19 are more likely to develop severe respiratory issues and multi-organ dysfunction compared to the general population. This is largely due to immune system changes during pregnancy that may impact the body’s response to infections.
   • Maternal Mortality and Morbidity: Although the overall maternal mortality rate from COVID-19 remains relatively low, there has been an increase in cases of maternal morbidity due to complications like severe pneumonia, thrombosis, and preeclampsia. For example, pregnant women with COVID-19 have an elevated risk of developing blood clots, particularly in the post-partum period.
2. Impact on Newborns and Neonatal Health
   • Vertical Transmission: Evidence suggests that vertical transmission (from mother to child during pregnancy or delivery) of SARS-CoV-2 is rare but possible. Neonates who test positive for COVID-19 may experience mild symptoms such as fever, respiratory distress, or gastrointestinal issues. However, in rare cases, newborns may experience more severe outcomes like acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) or multi-organ failure, especially if they are born prematurely.
   • Preterm Birth and Low Birth Weight: Pregnant women who contract COVID-19, especially during the second and third trimesters, are at a higher risk of preterm birth. COVID-19 infection has been associated with an increased likelihood of spontaneous preterm labor and delivery. Newborns born preterm are at greater risk for neonatal morbidities, including respiratory complications, feeding difficulties, and long-term developmental issues.
   • Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Admission: Due to the complications that can arise in newborns born to COVID-19-positive mothers (e.g., respiratory distress or infections), there has been an increased demand for NICU services. Babies born to mothers with COVID-19 may require more intensive monitoring and care, which strains healthcare facilities already dealing with high numbers of COVID-19 cases.
   • Postpartum Complications: Maternal COVID-19 infection has been associated with delayed postpartum recovery. Women with COVID-19 may experience prolonged recovery times due to fatigue, post-viral symptoms, or complications related to infection, which can delay maternal-infant bonding and breastfeeding initiation, both critical components of newborn health.
3. Healthcare System Strain and Resource Allocation
   • Overburdened Maternity Care Services: Continuous COVID-19 infections place immense pressure on maternity and neonatal care services. With increasing case numbers, there is a higher demand for hospital beds, ICU capacity, and ventilators, which may divert resources away from routine prenatal and postnatal care. In some regions, healthcare facilities have had to limit elective procedures, reduce outpatient services, or postpone non-urgent prenatal visits to prioritize COVID-19 cases.
   • Healthcare Worker Burnout and Staffing Issues: The strain on healthcare workers is particularly pronounced in maternity wards and NICUs, where the demand for specialized care increases. Healthcare workers are experiencing burnout, leading to staffing shortages and decreased capacity to care for pregnant women and newborns, further exacerbating delays and reduced care quality.
4. Mental Health and Psychological Impact
   • Maternal Anxiety and Stress: The ongoing risk of COVID-19 infection during pregnancy has led to increased anxiety, stress, and depression among pregnant women. Concerns about the health of their unborn child, delivery complications, and the possibility of becoming infected with COVID-19 can negatively affect maternal mental health. This stress can have long-term consequences, including increased risk of post-partum depression, poor maternal-infant bonding, and adverse birth outcomes.
   • Isolation and Lack of Support: COVID-19 restrictions, such as visitor limitations in hospitals and quarantine measures, have contributed to social isolation for pregnant women and new mothers. Lack of physical and emotional support from family members and friends during pregnancy and childbirth can exacerbate feelings of loneliness and stress, which in turn affect maternal and neonatal outcomes.
5. Preventive Measures
   • Enhanced Infection Control Protocols: To mitigate the impact of COVID-19, maternity and neonatal units have implemented strict infection control measures, including screening for COVID-19 symptoms in all pregnant women, mandatory use of PPE for healthcare workers, isolation protocols for suspected or confirmed COVID-19 cases, and enhanced sanitation practices in delivery rooms and neonatal care units. These measures are crucial in preventing the spread of COVID-19 among pregnant women and newborns and minimizing the risk of cross-contamination.
6. Long-Term Consequences for Newborns
   • Developmental Delays: Some studies suggest that babies born to mothers who had severe COVID-19 during pregnancy may face developmental delays due to prematurity, lack of oxygen, or complications related to maternal illness. Though evidence on this is still emerging, there is concern that early life exposure to infection and the stress experienced by the mother during pregnancy could affect the long-term neurodevelopment of the infant.
   • Impact on Breastfeeding: The pandemic has affected breastfeeding practices, especially if mothers are hospitalized for severe COVID-19 infection. Women with COVID-19 may be encouraged to breastfeed with precautions or opt for pumping and bottle-feeding, which can disrupt the establishment of breastfeeding and reduce maternal-infant bonding. Furthermore, concerns about vertical transmission through breast milk have been a subject of research, although no definitive evidence has emerged to suggest significant risk of transmission via breastfeeding.

The continuous presence of COVID-19 infections poses ongoing challenges to newborn and maternity care, creating significant risks for pregnant women, newborns, and healthcare systems. Pregnant women are at higher risk for severe illness, and newborns are at increased risk for complications such as preterm birth, respiratory issues, and NICU admissions. The strain on healthcare resources, the mental health impact on mothers, and disruptions in routine care have further complicated the delivery of optimal maternal and neonatal care.

Further research into the long-term effects of COVID-19 on neonates, especially in terms of neurodevelopment and potential chronic health conditions, will be crucial as we continue to navigate this pandemic and its aftermath.

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NOAA

You can donate to NOAA and its associated partners, primarily through the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation for the NFWF for Coral Reefs, or directly via specific funds like the Marine Mammal Fund, with donations supporting conservation, research, and education in marine/weather sciences. NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries is authorized to accept funds, property, and services, often channeled through its nonprofit partners.

Coral Reef Stewardship Fund

Since 2000, NFWF has responded to the alarming decline in both the quantity and productivity of the world’s coral reef ecosystems through multiple coral conservation initiatives that aim to improve management, increase public awareness, and reduce threats to coral reefs both domestically and internationally. NFWF works with local, state, federal and regional partners to explore new techniques for addressing persistent, practical challenges faced by coral reef managers – such as non-point source pollution, over harvest of functional reef species, vessel damage and environmental stressors.

Coral reefs are one of the world’s most valuable ecosystems in terms of ecological, economic and cultural capital. However, recent reports indicate that 58 to 70 percent of coral reefs globally are directly threatened by human-associated activities and increasing global bleaching events. Overfishing, intensive boating and recreational impacts, and land-based sources of pollution in the form of sediments and excess nutrients threaten coral ecosystems and reduce their resilience to environmental stressors.
NFWF seeks to promote healthy coral reef ecosystems characterized by high fish biomass, low macroalgal cover, high coral recruitment, and the provision of key ecosystem services. To help achieve this vision, NFWF tracks progress under the Coral Reef Stewardship Fund towards three primary milestones for U.S. coral reefs.

1. Threat reduction at priority reefs that are important seed reefs to broader reef complexes to alleviate local stressors and promote healthy, coral-dominated, and resilient reefs.
2. Promote active coral restoration in which nursery-grown corals are out-planted to natural reefs, by building capacity for propagation and direct restoration of damaged or degraded reefs.
3. Advance coral science and restoration by supporting testing and refinement of best management practices, documentation of case studies, and dissemination of information to benefit the coral conservation and management communities across the U.S.

In 2020, NFWF celebrated its 20th anniversary supporting coral conservation. Since 2000, the program has awarded $25 million across 426 projects, leveraging more than $33 million in conservation resources. Grants have assisted broad-scale coral reef management by establishing new techniques for assessing and monitoring reef health and new fishery management models. Site-specific initiatives have developed and implemented watershed management plans, reduced sediment erosion through stream bank stabilization, provided incentives or best management practices on agricultural lands, and supported capacity-building of management and conservation organizations to sustain outcomes.
NFWF manages the Coral Reef Stewardship Fund in partnership with NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Program and Aramco, with additional support from USDA’s Natural Resource Conservation Service.

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NIA, One of the Institutes of NIH, which leads the federal government in research on aging and Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

CDC's work to prevent chronic diseases across the lifespan and help people manage their chronic diseases to prevent complications and CDC's Consortium for Data Modernization

NOAA / NFWF - NOAA and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) partner significantly on coral reef research and conservation, primarily through the Coral Reef Stewardship Fund (CRSF), which funds projects reducing pollution, improving fisheries, and boosting restoration, while NOAA's Coral Reef Conservation Program (CRCP) leads federal efforts, using monitoring (like the National Coral Reef Monitoring Program - NCRMP) and advanced tools (like Coral Reef Watch) to tackle climate change impacts and threats, all aiming to enhance reef health and resilience.

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How we end covid: by relieving stress on Coral with complex sound, affecting Climate Change & Air Quality on a global scale. By helping relieve stress on Coral with complex sound, we will help bring covid to an end and impact Climate Change addressing two major challenges that we face as a species.

How can we successfully understand how to stop the aging process in a Human when we might be susceptible to continuous infections of covid? How can we successfully understand how to stop the aging process in a Human only to be subject to Future impact of Climate Change?

We must work together to bring covid to an end.

This is a fundraising campaign to raise money for NIH / NIA, CDC / CDC Foundation & NOAA / NFWF.

If Coral goes extinct, Humans go extinct. Recent scientific reports confirm that warm-water coral reefs have become the Earth's first major climate tipping point, meaning their widespread decline due to rising ocean temperatures is now a self-perpetuating, irreversible process, marking a critical shift to a "new reality" with cascading effects on marine life and coastal protection. This event signifies that Earth's climate system has crossed thresholds, moving from future risks to present crises, highlighting the urgent need for rapid emission cuts to prevent other vital systems (like ice sheets, Amazon rainforest) from tipping too.