Leon Medical Centers, Inc. Is Awarded The Coveted HIMSS Stage 7 Designation

September 24, 2020

MIAMI, Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Miami-based Leon Medical Centers, Inc. announced today that they have been honored with the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Analytics Stage 7 Award, for its continuous efforts to improve patient outcomes through the implementation of EHR technology practices. HIMSS is the world’s leading non-profit advocacy and accrediting organization in the healthcare IT industry, which recognizes and ranks the preeminent healthcare organizations across the globe. National rankings are evaluated based on healthcare technology adoption within the organization on a scale from 0-7; with zero being completely paper-based and seven being a fully electronic implementation across all health records and associated tools within the organization.

“We are honored to receive this highly coveted recognition from HIMSS and would like to thank everyone in our organization for their steadfast dedication and commitment to our patients,” said Albert Maury, President and CEO of Leon Medical Centers. “We are committed to providing an array of the highest-quality healthcare services and thrive to continue improving our patient outcomes, ensuring that they are receiving the best performing outpatient services available,” added Maury.

Leon Medical Centers is the only Medicare Advantage medical center in the entire country that has received the internationally recognized and prestigious distinction, which honors healthcare institutions that use technology at the most advanced levels and more importantly use it to measurably improve their patients’ lives.

“HIMSS congratulates Leon Medical Centers for achieving Stage 7 on the outpatient EMR Adoption Model (O-EMRAM). Stage 7 represents a culture of continuous improvement and care throughout the organization. Their efforts have allowed Leon Medical Centers to create a true medical home for the residents of Miami.” said Philip W. Bradley, FHIMSS, HIMSS Analytics Regional Director, North America.

Leon Medical Centers joins a prestigious group of HIMSS 7 recipients such as the Cleveland Clinic, UMass Memorial Health Care, University of North Carolina Health Care (Chapel Hill), Spring Hill Medical Center, and Duke Health among others.

For additional information visit leonmedicalcenters.com. Follow us on Instagram @leon.medical on Instagram, Facebook @LeonMedicalCenters, and Twitter @LeonMedical, and using hashtag #SoloHayUnLeon

About Leon Medical Centers, Inc.

Established in 1996, Leon Medical Centers has grown to become one of Miami’s leading healthcare services providers, serving Medicare patients in seven conveniently located centers throughout Miami-Dade County, and at satellite locations in various South Florida hospitals. Learn more about Leon Medical Centers at http://www.leonmedicalcenters.com, and at @leon.medical on Instagram, @LeonMedicalCenters on Facebook, and @LeonMedical on Twitter.

About HIMSS Analytics

HIMSS Analytics is a global healthcare IT market intelligence, research, and standards organization assisting clientele in both healthcare delivery and healthcare technology solutions business development to make lasting improvements in efficiency and performance. www.himssanalytics.org

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Seven Million American Women of Childbearing Age Live in Counties with Limited or No Maternity Care, Contributing to Maternal and Infant Health Crisis, Finds New March of Dimes Report

September 24, 2020

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — March of Dimes, the nonprofit organization leading the fight for the health of all moms and babies, today released a new report entitled Nowhere to Go: Maternity Care Deserts Across the U.S. The report, published with the support of partners at RB’s Enfa portfolio of brands through our joint Better Starts for All initiative, finds that seven million American women of childbearing age, 35 percent of which are women of color, live in counties without access or with severely limited access to vital maternity care where 500,000 babies are born each year. More than 2 million women live in maternity care deserts, counties with no access to maternity care, facing additional barriers to care. Without access to routine, quality health care these moms and babies have an increased risk of serious health complications, including maternal and infant mortality and morbidity, as well as low birth weight and preterm.

“Maternity care deserts expose the serious and sometimes deadly issues that can result from lack of access to care for moms and babies,” said Stacey D. Stewart, President and CEO of March of Dimes. “This situation is unacceptable, especially when considering that COVID-19 has put additional strain on our healthcare system and potentially forced the closure of additional maternity wards. We must work to address the systemic health disparities that exist in our nation and find real solutions for these seven million women living without full access and mobilize virtual services, including telehealth and peer-to-peer support services, to provide aide to women living in these deserts.”

The 2020 report showcases the maternity care desert status of all counties across the U.S. based on the most recent data on availability of hospitals, birth centers, OB providers and health insurance. It also includes new sections on COVID-19 and pregnancy, telemedicine and information on the role of doulas in maternity care. Due to the impact of COVID-19, health systems and/or hospital-based maternity care centers located in both urban and rural areas are facing unpresented financial declines that could necessitate the increased closure of maternity care centers, further contributing to the troubling gap.

Additional key findings of the report include:

54% of counties across the U.S. have limited or no access to maternity care and 35% of these counties are considered deserts.
More than 2 million women of reproductive age live in one of 1,095 maternity care desert counties, with no hospital offering obstetric (OB) care, no birth center, and no OB provider.
An additional 4.8 million women of reproductive age live in counties with limited access to maternity care.
An urban environment does not equate to better care. 3.3 million women (47.5%) live in urban counties, yet still lack full access to maternity care. 740,000 of these women live in maternity care deserts with no access to maternity care.
Women of color represent 35% of the women of childbearing age in areas of no or very limited access to maternity care.
Since the last Maternity Care Deserts report in 2018, March of Dimes found six percent of counties had shifted, with equal percentages achieving higher and lower levels of care and three counties moving out of the maternity care desert classification.

Policymakers and advocates must come to together to tackle the impossible gaps so many of our mothers are facing through a coordinated series of policies demanding equity, access and prevention – an agenda March of Dimes calls #BlanketChange.

Through the #BlanketChange agenda, March of Dimes and its partners are calling on candidates and elected official to protect and improve maternal and infant health by:

Eliminating racial and ethnic health disparities and driving economic, social and health equity by focusing on prevention, treatment and social determinants of health.
Improving access to care through expanding critical health programs and closing gaps in coverage.
Addressing preventable health conditions through expanding research and improving maternal morbidity and mortality data collection.

“This is not a rural issue or urban issue – this is an American issue. Just as you can’t separate the health of moms and babies, you can’t take moms and babies out of their economic and social environment – the community where they live and the larger systems that guide our health care, housing, education, and employment systems. This is why it is critical to adopt a holistic and comprehensive agenda to support moms and babies,” said Dr. Rahul Gupta, Chief Medical and Health Officer, Senior Vice President and Interim Chief Scientific Officer at March of Dimes. “In this election year, March of Dimes is calling on candidates and policymakers at all levels – federal, state and local – to take the steps to address the maternal and infant health crisis.”

In the U.S., significant racial and ethnic disparities exist in maternal care with communities of color disproportionately impacted by the maternal and infant health crisis. Ensuring access to maternity care for all women has the potential to reduce disparities and improve birth outcomes for all.

“The United States is in the grips of a national maternal and infant health crisis, and it’s well-beyond the point that our country should treat it like one,” said Olympian and March of Dimes advocate Allyson Felix. “This crisis is disproportionately impacting moms and babies of color and we urgently need blanket policy change that can improve access to care, eliminate health disparities, address preventable conditions, and drive health and social equity. It’s time for communities, candidates, and policymakers to address these issues with the attention and action they deserve.”

Visit BlanketChange.org to learn more and join the following organizations that have already signed on to support the #BlanketChange campaign to date.

#BlanketChange Partner Organizations Include:

4Kira4Moms
A Better Balance
AMAG Pharmaceuticals
American Academy of Pediatrics
American College of Clinical Pharmacy
American Organization for Nursing Leadership
American Public Health Association (APHA)
Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs
Charity Miles
Child Welfare League of America
Children’s Defense Fund
Clearblue®
Community Health Charities
District Motherhued
DONA International
EMD Serono
Ferring Pharmaceuticals
First Focus Campaign for Children
Florida Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics, Inc.
General Federation of Women’s Clubs
Kiwanis International
Macy’s
Mama Glow
March for Moms
Maternal Safety Foundation
National Association of Chain Drug Stores
National Association of Nurse Practitioners in Women’s Health
National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
National Basketball Wives Association
National Birth Equity Collaborative
National Family Planning & Reproductive Health Association
National WIC Association
Nurse-Family Partnership
Our Little Preemie
Ovia Health
Philips
Preeclampsia Foundation
RB’s Enfa portfolio of brands
Sisters in Loss
Society for Reproductive Investigation
Star Legacy Foundation
Tara Hansen Foundation
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
The Coalition of Labor Union Women
Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc.
ZERO TO THREE
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated

About March of Dimes
March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We support research, lead programs and provide education and advocacy so that every baby can have the best possible start. Building on a successful 80-year legacy of impact and innovation, we empower every mom and every family.

Visit marchofdimes.org or nacersano.org for more information. Visit shareyourstory.org for comfort and support. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram and Twitter.

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If You Bought Electronics Such as a Portable Computer, Power Tool, Camcorder, or Mobile Phone Containing a Lithium Ion Battery or a Replacement Battery from January 1, 2000 through May 31, 2011, the Amount of Money You Could Receive from $113.45 Million in Settlements May Have Changed and Your Legal Rights May Be Affected.

September 24, 2020

OAKLAND, California, Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The following statement is being issued by Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP regarding In re Lithium ION Batteries Antitrust Litigation.

A Federal Court authorized this Notice. This is not a solicitation from a lawyer.

What Are The Settlements?

Several manufacturers of lithium ion batteries¹have agreed to pay $113.45 million in Settlements to resolve claims that they fixed the price of Lithium-Ion Batteries, causing individuals and businesses to pay more for products like portable computers, power tools, camcorders, mobile phones, or replacement batteries for any of these products. A federal court previously approved the Settlements but is now considering whether to finally approve a Revised Settlement Distribution Plan.

A more detailed notice, which includes additional information about the settlements, is available at the settlement website (www.reversethecharge.com) or by calling 1-855-730-8645.

What Is This Notice About?

You are receiving this email because you may be a Class Member and the proposed plan to distribute funds from the settlements has changed. There is a deadline to object before the Court decides whether to grant final approval of the Revised Settlement Distribution Plan.

Am I Included?

If you indirectly bought a lithium ion battery or battery pack made by the Settling Defendants during the period from January 1, 2000 through May 31, 2011, you may be affected by the change to the distribution plan. This includes finished products that contain such batteries, including: (i) portable computers; (ii) power tools; (iii) camcorders; (iv) mobile phones, tablet computers, cameras and digital audio players; or (iv) a replacement battery for any of these products. Purchasers of the finished products in category (iv) or non-specified products may only make claims against the proceeds of the Sony settlement. “Indirectly” means the product was purchased from someone other than the battery manufacturer, such as a retail store.

What is the Revised Settlement Distribution Plan?

The Settlement Fund is $113.45 million. After deducting Court-approved attorneys’ fees, service awards, notice and administration costs, and litigation expenses, the remaining Net Settlement Fund will be divided into two funds. 90% of the Net Settlement Fund will be available for distribution to Class Members who are residents of the following Repealer States: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, District of Columbia, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. All other states and/or jurisdictions are “Non-Repealer” States. The rest (10% of the Net Settlement Fund) will be available for distribution to Class Members who are residents of other states. However, the plan for distributing the Settlement Funds is not final and may be changed by the Court after considering any and all objections by Class Members. If the Court determines that further changes to the allocation of the Settlement Funds are appropriate, those changes will be posted on the settlement website (www.reversethecharge.com), which also provides more details about the Settlements. The Court has the discretion not to pay any “de minimis” claims where the value of the claim does not justify the cost of distribution.

How Has the Distribution Plan Changed?

Previously, the proceeds of the Sony settlement were to be distributed regardless of the Class Member’s state of residence. The other settlements were to be distributed differently based on state of residence, as described above. Under the new plan, the Sony settlement proceeds will be distributed in the same way as the other settlements, according to the state of residence.

How Can I Get A Payment And How Much Will I Receive?

Money from all settlements in this case will be distributed together on a per-device basis, but the amount you receive from each settlement will depend on the Court-approved Revised Settlement Distribution Plan as outlined above. If final approval is granted to the Revised Settlement Distribution Plan, Class Members who have already filed a valid and timely claim will receive cash payments once the Settlements have become final, which may not be for some time. The deadline to file a claim has already passed. The deadline was July 19, 2019. If you did not already file a claim, you will not receive a cash payment from the Settlements.

What Are My Rights?

You may object to the Revised Settlement Distribution Plan in writing by November 16, 2020. The Settlement Agreements, along with details on how to object to the Revised Settlement Distribution Plan, are available at the settlement website (www.reversethecharge.com).

The Court will hold a Final Fairness Hearing on December 8, 2020, at 2:00 p.m., to consider whether to approve or modify the Revised Settlement Distribution Plan. The hearing will be conducted on a Zoom platform with the link posted on the Court’s PACER site and at the settlement website (www.reversethecharge.com). If you object, you or your own attorney may appear and speak at the hearing to comment on the Revised Settlement Distribution Plan, but you are not required to appear. The hearing may be moved to a different date or time without additional notice, so it is a good idea to check the website for additional information. Please do not contact the Court about this case. Detailed information is available at the settlement website (www.reversethecharge.com) or by calling 1-855-730-8645.

Source: United States District Court for the Northern District of California

¹The “Settling Defendants” are Sony Corporation, Sony Energy Devices Corporation, and Sony Electronics Inc. (collectively “Sony”); LG Chem, Ltd. and LG Chem America, Inc. (“LG Chem”); Hitachi Maxell Ltd. and Maxell Corporation of America (“Hitachi Maxell“); NEC Corporation (“NEC”); Samsung SDI Co., Ltd. and Samsung SDI America, Inc. (“SDI”); TOKIN Corporation (“TOKIN”); Toshiba Corporation (“Toshiba”); and Panasonic Corporation, Panasonic Corporation of North America, SANYO Electric Co., Ltd., and SANYO North America Corporation (“Panasonic”).

SOURCE United States District Court for the Northern District of California

Be heard. Be represented. Be counted!

September 24, 2020

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Census is a count of all persons living in the U.S. It’s conducted every 10 years, and the results matter—they help determine how districts are drawn, how many U.S. House of Representatives seats districts get, funding for state and local programs, and much more.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8779051-complete-census-2020-last-chance-unidosus/

So be counted—to show what America looks like. To protect the wellbeing of kids and families. To give your community the funds and resources it needs and the representation it deserves.

Complete the Census by the September 30th deadline. Get started right now at my2020census.gov. You don’t need your official Census postcard or code.

What is the Census used for?

The Census determines how district lines are drawn at all levels of government and the apportionment of congressional seats in the U.S. House of Representatives. It also helps determine how $1.5 trillion in federal funding is distributed to state and local programs. These include Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP, Title I Grants and Head Start.

Anything shared in the Census is completely private and anonymous, and it’s against the law for any information to be used against us.

FAQs

How will I be able to respond to the Census?

Your household will get an invitation to answer the Census online, by mail or by phone. If you don’t respond, a Census enumerator will visit you by September 30.

Who are Census enumerators?

Enumerators are census takers who interview the residents of every household that has not responded to its Census invitation.

Do I have to fill out the Census questionnaire or is it optional?

You’re required by law to fill out the Census form. If you don’t fill it out or don’t answer all the questions, a Census taker will visit your home to finalize the questionnaire.

Will the citizenship question be on the Census form?

No. In June 2019, the Supreme Court decided that a citizenship question cannot be included on the 2020 census.

Are the Census data confidential and is it safe for everyone to respond?

The Census Bureau is required by law to protect and keep confidential any personal information it collects. Your answers can’t be used for law enforcement purposes or by any government agency or court in any way—not by the FBI, CIA, DHS or ICE.

What is UnidosUS doing to ensure a full and accurate count of the Latino population?

At UnidosUS, we work to help maximize the Latino Census 2020 count, particularly among hard-to-count (HTC) populations, by meaningfully engaging our Affiliates and partners in strategic locations and leveraging Unidos’ assets and visibility toward that end. Find out more here and follow us @WeAreUnidosUS on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Media Contact: Christopher Allbritton, UnidosUS Director of Media Relations, [email protected]

SOURCE UnidosUS

Rosalba Pinzón Garay’s New Book El Inicio Del Fin De La Relación De Pareja, A Potent Account On Strengthening The Integrity Of Relationships Between Partners

September 24, 2020

SUNNY ISLES BEACH, Florida, Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book El Inicio del Fin de la Relación de Pareja was created by Rosalba Pinzón Garay. Rosalba is an author and a psychologist from the Konrad Lorenz University in Bogotá, Colombia. She currently lives in the USA where she is dedicated to working with the elderly.

Rosalba said this about her book: “I am a person, a woman, and a professional. But above all, I am a human being who, thanks to the experiences that God has allowed me to experience, sees, and hear—many of them beautiful and others very difficult. Those taught me to identify the true balance in the human dimension, the appropriateness and the inappropriateness of behavior, and the difficulties in attitudes and feelings, which are implicit within the couple relationship. I learned to develop and maintain a clear emotional intelligence and great wisdom to face the difficult but fascinating task of listening and guiding people about their relationships with their partners, guaranteeing them a better coexistence and the certainty that they are really, in the strengthening of a firm and lasting structure, for the construction of their homes and the achievement of human happiness. For these reasons and because of my great dream to contribute something and achieve harmony in the family, I have chosen the topic to write this book, which I am very sure will serve as a guide for many people to make a more objective assessment of the intensity and quality of the contributions that each one is giving to the relationships, which they currently share with your partner.”

Published by Page Publishing, Rosalba Pinzón Garay’s new book El Inicio del Fin de la Relación de Pareja will enlighten the readers on the importance of having a healthy relationship that inspires cordiality and fulfillment in life.

Consumers who wish to improve their relationships and achieve purpose can purchase El Inicio del Fin de la Relación de Pareja in any bookstore or online at Apple iTunes, Amazon.com, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries, you can contact Page Publishing, through the following number: 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:
Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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Raul Barraza B.’s new book ¿Por qué son pobres los pobres? a thought-provoking read on the idea of poverty and its impact on the impoverished

September 24, 2020

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 24, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book ¿Por qué son pobres los pobres? was created by Raul Barraza B. Raul is an author who was born in Chacala Tamazula, Durango, Mexico. He is also a store owner who sells Mexican and South American products

Raul said this about his book: “I am writing this interesting and guiding book to tell the truths that are known to me. With this, I do not mean that I say the causes that motivate poverty because they are varied and diverse, but I do say what I know. I apply the language that I speak daily because it is the one I understand and the one that my audience understands, which are precisely the poor, and it is not that by my will I have wanted to miss the language of Cervantes or the Royal Spanish Academy.”

Published by Page Publishing, Raul Barraza B.’s new book ¿Por qué son pobres los pobres? Shares the author’s understanding of being poor and its causes to enlighten readers on the true definition of indigence.

Consumers who wish to delve deeper into the notion of why the poor are in their current state can purchase ¿Por qué son pobres los pobres? in any bookstore, or online at Apple iTunes, Amazon.com, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries, you can contact Page Publishing, through the following number: 866-315-2708.

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SOURCE Page Publishing

Up-And-Coming Latina Filmmaker Has Soft Launch For Her First Podcast

September 23, 2020

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Shelly Ro, CEO of Cuyo Productions and award-winning filmmaker, co-hosts her first podcast, Las Moiras, with Laura Hurtado, which airs in Spanish on all podcast platforms starting Wednesday, Sept. 23.

Las Moiras will host six weekly episodes per season every Wednesday at 1 p.m. PST. Each season is scheduled to premiere the first Wednesday after the first day of Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer. The podcast is streaming on Apple, Google, Spotify, and YouTube.

In mythology, “Las Moiras” are the three goddesses tasked with the life and destiny of mortals, aka, the Fates. Each episode will be centered on a myth or legend, and be examined through modern, female eyes. Since there are only two “moiras,” the third will be a special guest brought on each episode.

“I am so excited that I could create a podcast about a topic that I am so passionate about. While discussing mythology is fun, I also hope to open people’s minds to the idea that what we see on the screens may not be 100 percent accurate,” said Ro.

“I am thrilled that I can share my love and knowledge about mythology, and what better way to do so than with my incredible co-host, Shelly Ro,” said Hurtado.

Las Moiras focuses on the intersection between classic legends, and pop-culture. Ro and Hurtado will review films and TV shows based on their accuracy representing women on and off the screen.

“For people who aren’t interested in mythology, they may watch a movie and accept the story and possible inaccurate portrayals of characters, especially of women and people of color,” said Ro.

Led by founder and CEO, Shelly Ro, Cuyo Productions is an American media production company based in Los Angeles that provides entertainment content for digital platforms, including productions of short films and feature films. Cuyo Productions is the vision of CEO Shelly Ro’s desire to create an inclusive space to empower underrepresented groups to tell their story and share their perspective of the world. Ro is moving towards the ideals of artistic excellence, cultural openness, and social diversity.

FOR FURTHER CONTACT:

Isabella McDonald-Brent
Publicist, Cuyo Productions
Phone: (818) 489-2978
Email: [email protected]

Las Moiras
Website: www.CuyoProductions.com
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (310) 900-9016
Instagram: instagram.com/lasmoiras
Facebook: facebook.com/cuyoproductions
Twitter: twitter.com/cuyoproductions

Shelly Ro
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: instagram.com/shelllyro
Facebook: facebook.com/shellyro
Twitter: twitter.com/ShelllyRo

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Cano Health Inaugurates First Medical Center In San Antonio On Saturday, September 26

September 23, 2020

SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Cano Health is pleased to announce the opening of their first full-service primary care center in San Antonio, TX that promises to expand access to quality of care in the community.

The grand opening will take place on Saturday, September 26 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and will feature a drive-through event where guests will be encouraged to stay in their car and wear masks to receive food and wellness supplies. They will enjoy music by Mariachi Azul and a special appearance by Tejano singer and Cano Ambassador Jay Perez.

Official ribbon cutting will take place at 12 p.m. with City Council Member Melissa Cabello Havdra and Cano Health leadership with CDC social distancing and facemask guidelines in place. Center tours will be available to those interested in small groups, observing all safety measures.

The Marbach location is the first of four medical centers that Cano Health plans to open this year in San Antonio. Focused on senior primary care, patients will have access to multiple services under one roof, including physiotherapy, diagnostics, labs, arthritis pain management; and diabetes and cardiovascular care.

Transportation to and from the center will also be provided at no charge to the patient.

About Cano Health

Cano Health, LLC operates primary care centers and pharmacies and supports affiliated medical practices in Florida, Texas, Nevada, and Puerto Rico that specialize in primary care for seniors. As part of its care coordination, Cano provides sophisticated, high-touch population health management programs such as home visits, telehealth, transition of care, and high-risk and complex care management.

The company’s personalized patient care and proactive approach to wellness and preventive care sets it apart from competitors. Cano Health was recognized in August 2020 by Inc. magazine as the fastest-growing health care company in the nation and 39^th among all U.S. privately held companies as part of its annual 5000 ranking. For more information visit www.canohealth.com.

SOURCE Cano Health, LLC

L.A. Care Health Plan and Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan Reopen Resource Centers and Offer Free Wi-Fi for Telehealth Appointments

September 23, 2020

L.A. Care Health Plan and Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan reopened their jointly-operated Community Resource Centers that were closed due to COVID-19 pandemic. Located in Pomona, Lynwood, East L.A. and Palmdale staff on-site is ready to help with member services support, enrollment in local and state assistance programs and support finding a range of resources such as food and housing assistance. The centers also have a newly added feature: free Wi-Fi for anyone needing telehealth services. Select services are available by appointment only in a safe environment.

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — L.A. Care Health Plan and Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan (Blue Shield Promise) have begun reopening their jointly-operated Community Resource Centers that were closed earlier due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Select services are available by appointment only in a safe environment.

The four centers – located in Pomona, Lynwood, East L.A. and Palmdale –will have staff on-site to help with member services support, enrollment in local and state assistance programs and support finding a range of resources such as food and housing assistance. The centers also have a newly added feature: free Wi-Fi for anyone needing telehealth services.

Given the significant increase in demand for telehealth appointments during the pandemic – and the reality that many low-income individuals lack robust mobile data plans – L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise are enhancing community members’ access to high-quality health care through telehealth hubs at each resource center location.

“The centers are taking all precautions recommended by public health officials to ensure that we can provide services in a safe manner,” said Francisco Oaxaca, L.A. Care Chief of Communications and Community Relations. “While we have been offering virtual programming during the shutdown to help our communities be active, healthy and informed, we are excited to once again welcome individuals in person and by appointment for the personalized experience they deserve.”

The Community Resource Centers in Pomona and Lynwood are open now on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The Community Resource Centers in East L.A. and Palmdale will open on October 1 with the same hours and days of operation. Safety is a top priority, so all who enter will undergo a temperature scan, all will be required to wear masks and practice social distancing, and there will be frequent cleanings.

“Many community members are in need,” said Kellie Todd Griffin, Senior Director, Community and Provider Engagement, Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan. “In safely reopening our centers, we are ensuring the community will have access to the support and services they need while navigating through this difficult time. The centers will serve as a resource where they can connect to their communities.”

The reopening of the centers is part of the two health plans’ collaboration to transition L.A. Care Family Resource Centers to a larger network of co-branded L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Community Resource Centers to serve more Angelenos.

Announced in September 2019, L.A Care and Blue Shield Promise are investing a combined $146 million as part of a five-year commitment to jointly operate 14 Community Resource Centers across Los Angeles County. This unique collaboration will help improve health outcomes in local communities and the quality of life for members of the two health plans. Improved health outcomes will also reduce health care costs over time.

The resource centers are open to members of the two health plans and the entire community. While it is not yet safe to resume the more robust in-person services that were offered prior to the COVID-19 pandemic – including fitness and nutrition classes – the centers offer on-demand virtual classes that everyone can find at YouTube.com/activehealthyinformed.

Two new Community Resource Centers in Metro LA (Koreatown adjacent) and El Monte are expected to open in the coming months.

To learn more about the Community Resource Centers, including how to make an appointment, visit activehealthyinformed.org.

About L.A. Care Health Plan
L.A. Care Health Plan serves more than 2.2 million members in Los Angeles County, making it the largest publicly operated health plan in the country. L.A. Care offers four health coverage plans including Medi-Cal, L.A. Care Covered™, L.A. Care Cal MediConnect and the PASC-SEIU Homecare Workers Plan, all dedicated to being accountable and responsive to members. As a public entity, L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for L.A. County’s vulnerable and low-income communities, and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose. L.A. Care prioritizes quality, access and inclusion, elevating health care for all of L.A. County. For more information, visit lacare.org or follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

About Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan
Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan is a managed care organization, wholly owned by Blue Shield of California, offering Medi-Cal, Cal MediConnect, Medicare Advantage HMO, and Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans. It is led by healthcare professionals with a “members-first” philosophy and committed to building a quality network of providers and partnering with community organizations for more than 400,000 members. For more information about Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan, please visit www.blueshieldca.com/promise. For more news about Blue Shield of California, please visit www.news.blueshieldca.com. Or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Facebook.

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Cleveland Clinic Appoints Conor Delaney, M.D., Ph.D., as CEO and President of Cleveland Clinic Florida Region

September 23, 2020

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CLEVELAND, Sept. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Cleveland Clinic has named Conor Delaney, M.D., Ph.D., as President and CEO of the Cleveland Clinic Florida region, effective Oct. 15, 2020.

Delaney will oversee a region that includes five hospitals, a state-of-the-art research center and numerous outpatient centers located in five counties across Southeast Florida.

“Dr. Delaney’s accomplishments and leadership experience will further advance our mission and expand our capabilities throughout Florida,” says Cleveland Clinic CEO and President Tom Mihaljevic, M.D. “He brings a remarkable dedication and commitment to providing the highest level of quality and safe care for our patients.”

The region has been recognized for providing quality care. Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital was named the No. 1 hospital in the Miami-Dade metropolitan area for the third year in a row, according to the 2020-2021 annual ranking of Best Hospitals by U.S. News and World Report. Weston Hospital also tied for the No.5 best hospital in Florida, while Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital tied for No. 19, and Cleveland Clinic Martin Health tied for No. 28.

In July, the Cleveland Clinic Florida Research and Innovation Center opened in Port St. Lucie. Established in November 2019, the new center will advance innovative translational research, focused on immuno-oncology and infectious diseases, including COVID-19.

“I am incredibly excited to join the Cleveland Clinic Florida team and contribute to our mission of providing patients access to Cleveland Clinic care, while helping grow research and education throughout the region,” said Delaney.

In Delaney’s current role as chairman of Cleveland Clinic’s Digestive Disease and Surgery Institute (DDSI), he is responsible for the departments of Colorectal Surgery, Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Nutrition and General Surgery throughout Cleveland Clinic. The institute includes more than 240 staff physicians, more than 80 advanced practice providers, and 140 residents and fellows. The team does 48,000 surgical cases and 90,000 endoscopic procedures per year.

DDSI is recognized for patient care and academic leadership, and many of the academic staff, departments and sections are national and international leaders in their fields. Ranked in the top four in Gastroenterology and GI Surgery by U.S. News & World Report since 2003, the institute is a globally recognized leader in surgical and digestive disease diagnosis, treatments and innovations.

A colorectal surgeon and professor of surgery with more than 30 years of experience in health care, Delaney first joined Cleveland Clinic in 1999 as a fellow. He began his career at Cleveland Clinic in 2000 on the clinical associate staff.

Delaney has received a number of prizes, scholarships and awards over the course of his career in training, education and research. He is a member of and serves on administrative committees of many national and international professional societies, serves on the editorial board of eight national and international journals, is the past president of the International Society for Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery, and the Midwest Surgical Association, and is the vice president of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.

Delaney has given over 450 lectures nationally and internationally and has published 15 books and 400 original manuscripts, reviews and chapters relating to surgical education, colorectal cancer surgery, laparoscopic colorectal surgery and peri-operative care. His clinical interests include laparoscopic colorectal surgery, carcinoma of the colon, rectum and anus, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, sphincter-saving surgery, re-operative abdominal surgery and colonoscopy. His research interests include various aspects of colorectal surgery, cost-efficiency in surgery and surgical education.

Delaney earned his medical degree from University College Dublin Medical School. In 1992, he became a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and earned his master’s degree in surgery in 1994. His doctorate degree is from the University of Pittsburgh. He holds the Victor W. Fazio, M.D., Endowed Chair in Colorectal Surgery.

Joseph Iannotti, M.D., Ph.D., who served as interim CEO and President for the Florida region since June of this year, will continue in his roles as Chief of Staff, and Chief Academic and Innovation Officer for the Cleveland Clinic Florida region.

About Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Located in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation. Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States. U.S. News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey. Among Cleveland Clinic’s 67,554 employees worldwide are more than 4,520 salaried physicians and researchers, and 17,000 registered nurses and advanced practice providers, representing 140 medical specialties and subspecialties. Cleveland Clinic is a 6,026-bed health system that includes a 165-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 18 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England. In 2019, there were 9.8 million total outpatient visits, 309,000 hospital admissions and observations, and 255,000 surgical cases throughout Cleveland Clinic’s health system. Patients came for treatment from every state and 185 countries. Visit us at clevelandclinic.org. Follow us at twitter.com/CCforMedia and twitter.com/ClevelandClinic. News and resources available at newsroom.clevelandclinic.org.

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