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FIBRA Prologis to Host Second Quarter 2020 Earnings Conference Call July 23

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MEXICO CITY, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A logistics real estate in Mexico, will host a webcast and conference call with senior management to discuss second quarter results, current market conditions and future outlook on Thursday, July 23, at 9:00 a.m. CT/10:00 a.m. ET.

To access a live broadcast of the call, dial +1 833 714-0919 (toll-free from the United States and Canada), 01 800 926-9147 (toll-free from Mexico) or +1 778 560-2663 from all other countries and enter conference code 8796378. A live webcast can be accessed at www.fibraprologis.com in the Investor Relations section July 23.

A telephonic replay will be available July 23 – July 30 at +1 800 585-8367 from the U.S. and Canada or at +1 416 621-4642 from all other countries using conference code 8796378. The replay will be posted in the Investor Relations section of the FIBRA Prologis website.

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of March 31, 2020, FIBRA Prologis was comprised of 191 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 34.9 million square feet (3.2 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The statements in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which FIBRA Prologis operates, management’s beliefs and assumptions made by management.  Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact FIBRA Prologis financial results. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature.  All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future — including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, acquisition activity, development activity, disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, our debt and financial position, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) national, international, regional and local economic climates, (ii) changes in financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties, (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties, (v) maintenance of real estate investment trust (“FIBRA”) status and tax structuring, (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings, (vii) risks related to our investments (viii) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters, (ix) risks related to the coronavirus pandemic, and (x) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the “Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores” and  the Mexican Stock Exchange by FIBRA Prologis under the heading “Risk Factors.” FIBRA Prologis undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this release.

Non-Solicitation – Any securities discussed herein or in the accompanying presentations, if any, have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 or the securities laws of any state and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements under the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws. Any such announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities discussed herein or in the presentations, if and as applicable.

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Medicaid And CHIP Give Parents Peace Of Mind If Children/Teens Are Sick Or Get Injured

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BALTIMORE, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Millions of children in the United States don’t have health coverage. As a result, it may be difficult or impossible for them to access the care they need if they get sick or injured. But, the majority of the nation’s uninsured children up to age 19 are eligible for free or low-cost health coverage through Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) offered in their state. With Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), parents get the peace of mind that comes with knowing their children can get preventive health care to stay healthy.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8739451-connecting-kids-to-coverage-medicaid-chip/ 

Parents can rest easier knowing medical bills won’t jeopardize the family’s financial security. They can apply for the comprehensive benefits these programs provide at any time of the year. This includes doctor’s appointments, hospital visits, prescriptions, immunizations, dental visits, mental health services, and more. Parents may also be eligible for Medicaid, even if they have applied in the past. In most states, families of four earning up to nearly $50,000 (or even higher in some states) may qualify for either Medicaid or CHIP.

Children who have health insurance generally have better health throughout their childhood and into their teens, leaving parents and guardians with one less thing to worry about. Children covered under CHIP are also more likely to have a usual source of care, including dental care, and are more likely to have had a well-child visit in the past year relative to children without insurance.1

To help people learn more about CHIP and Medicaid, the Campaign developed a suite of resources, including an animated video showing families and why  health coverage is important for the expected and unexpected. Print-ready elements, social media content for external outreach, and a web-button that directs audiences to resources to find coverage are also available.

Additional Peace of Mind materials are available at InsureKidsNow.gov.

VIDEO AND AUDIO PROVIDED BY: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

1http://garnerhealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/March-2017-Report-to-Congress-on-Medicaid-and-CHIP.pdf

SOURCE Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Medicaid And CHIP Give Parents Peace Of Mind If Children/Teens Are Sick Or Get Injured

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BALTIMORE, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Millions of children in the United States don’t have health coverage. As a result, it may be difficult or impossible for them to access the care they need if they get sick or injured. But, the majority of the nation’s uninsured children up to age 19 are eligible for free or low-cost health coverage through Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) offered in their state. With Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), parents get the peace of mind that comes with knowing their children can get preventive health care to stay healthy.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8739451-connecting-kids-to-coverage-medicaid-chip/ 

Parents can rest easier knowing medical bills won’t jeopardize the family’s financial security. They can apply for the comprehensive benefits these programs provide at any time of the year. This includes doctor’s appointments, hospital visits, prescriptions, immunizations, dental visits, mental health services, and more. Parents may also be eligible for Medicaid, even if they have applied in the past. In most states, families of four earning up to nearly $50,000 (or even higher in some states) may qualify for either Medicaid or CHIP.

Children who have health insurance generally have better health throughout their childhood and into their teens, leaving parents and guardians with one less thing to worry about. Children covered under CHIP are also more likely to have a usual source of care, including dental care, and are more likely to have had a well-child visit in the past year relative to children without insurance.1

To help people learn more about CHIP and Medicaid, the Campaign developed a suite of resources, including an animated video showing families and why  health coverage is important for the expected and unexpected. Print-ready elements, social media content for external outreach, and a web-button that directs audiences to resources to find coverage are also available.

Additional Peace of Mind materials are available at InsureKidsNow.gov.

VIDEO AND AUDIO PROVIDED BY: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

1http://garnerhealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/March-2017-Report-to-Congress-on-Medicaid-and-CHIP.pdf

SOURCE Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

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Hip Hop Public Health Launches 20 Segundos o Más Music Video PSA And Education Initiative To Address The Growing Rise Of COVID-19 In Latino Communities Nationwide

RAP ICON DOUG E. FRESH AND “KING OF LATIN BEATS” DJ TEDSMOOTH COLLABORATED ON THE 20 SEGUNDOS O MÁS SONG WITH A VIDEO PSA FEATURING GLORIA ESTEFAN, EMILIO ESTEFAN, CHRIS TUCKER, LISA LISA, DJ CAMILO, AMARA LA NEGRA, PLAYWRIGHT HILARY BETTIS, MELISSA JIMENEZ OF “THE VOICE” AND OTHERS

NEW YORK, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Fresh from the breakthrough success of the 20 Seconds or More education and awareness campaign that reached over 100 million people when it launched in spring 2020, Hip Hop Public Health (HHPH) today announced 20 Segundos o Más, a new bi-lingual Spanish and English song and music video PSA featuring a fusion of Latin rhythms and Hip Hop beats delivering important safety information about COVID-19.  As summer heats up along with the soaring number of COVID-19 cases within the Latino community, 20 Segundos o Más is designed to encourage and inspire Latinos nationwide to follow the handwashing and other protocols necessary to stop the spread of the deadly disease that disproportionately affects them and other communities of color. Dr. Olajide Williams, Chief of Staff, Department of Neurology, New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, and Doug E. Fresh are the Co-Founders of HHPH and are spearheading the initiative with HHPH Executive Director and CEO, Lori Rose Benson. Philanthropic support for the initiative has been provided by the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation and the Organization for Latino Achievement (OLA), an employee resource group at Bristol Myers Squibb. 

The focal point of 20 Segundos o Más is a lively, four-minute music video featuring pioneering rapper and community health advocate, Doug E. Fresh, with more than 30 community influencers and activists who are committed to making a difference through creative expression, civic duty and medicine. These include: Gloria Estefan, Emilio Estefan, Chris Tucker,  “King of the Latin Beats” DJ TedSmooth, singers Lisa Lisa, George Lamond, Amara La Negra, MJ Songstress (Melissa Jimenez) of “The Voice,” DJ Camilo and Tee, Freedom Williams, Universal Hip Hop Museum Executive Director Rocky Bucano, Bronx Borough President Rubén Díaz Jr., Angie Rose, Love and Hip Hop New York’s Jonathan Fernandez, Amaya Murillo, Inspector Reymundo Mundo, Commanding Officer of the NYPD 34th Precinct, Liseth Perez, influencer Jennifer Mercedes, rapper N.O.R.E. (a.k.a. Victor Santiago) of Capone-N-Noreaga, 72 Miles to Go playwright  Hilary Bettis and more. 20 Segundos o Más features verses written and performed by a new generation of Latin musical artists. Performing on the track are Dose, Fabián, Leisley and Toby Love. Their spirited rapping flow blended with perfectly pitched harmonies create an uplifting experience throughout. The entire production features artists and influencers who represent the full depth, breadth and diversity of the Latino diaspora. For artist bios and full list of participants visit www.hhph.org/20SegundosOMas.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics, the percentage of Latinos making up coronavirus cases is almost equal to whites, around 34%, despite Latinos being a significantly smaller portion of the population. In June alone, the cases have nearly tripled.

“While Hispanics represent 18% of the U.S. population, using weighted population distributions, approximately 27% of the deaths from COVID-19 have been Hispanic, and in many counties these disparities will continue to increase due to the explosion in infection rates among this group,” says Dr. Olajide Williams. “Hispanic Americans are disproportionately contracting COVID-19, because of comorbid conditions including diabetes, dense multigenerational living conditions that prohibit effective social distancing and quarantine, and disproportionate representation among essential frontline workers such as the meat packing and poultry industries, delivery industry, warehouses, and grocery stores. Moreover, unlike other groups, the fear of getting tested or seeking medical attention due to immigration status is also a contributing factor to COVID-19 disparities afflicting the Hispanic community.”

Says Doug E. Fresh, “What you get with 20 Segundos o Más is the ultimate expression of Latin rhythms and Hip-Hop message delivery. DJ TedSmooth and I purposely selected the song’s universally loved Latin hook, the big horns backing the classic Willie Colón and Héctor Lavoe masterpiece, La Murga. This catchy hook combined with the information in the song will definitely get people to dance and hopefully adhere to our message of hope, vitality and taking care of themselves and each other. Once again, Hip Hop Public Health is bringing together art, science and social media innovation to help fight the COVID-19 health pandemia.”

With roots in the Dominican Republic and a music career that spans decades, DJ TedSmooth (Teddy Rafael Mendez) adds, “It was an honor to collaborate with Hip Hop Public Health and my old friend Doug E. Fresh on this track for mi gente. Latino roots and culture run deep, and to have legends like Lisa Lisa, DJ Camilo and Greg Lamond with some of the new voices out here coming together to protect our people against the coronavirus is an incredibly meaningful experience. I know we can make a difference together.”

In addition to the song and video, HHPH has created multiple opportunities for the public to get involved in the 20 Segundos o Más movement. Throughout the summer, HHPH will host a series of virtual viewing parties in key cities and communities affected most, including New York, Miami, Houston and Puerto Rico. These will be held in conjunction with a variety of cultural and professional organizations.

“Since our founding 16 years ago, Hip Hop Public Health has been committed to creating culturally responsive content backed by science and research to affect change and to engender positive health behaviors amongst communities that have long been overlooked or not adequately serviced,” says Lori Rose Benson, Executive Director and CEO. “In the face of the coronavirus pandemic, we produced the song 20 Seconds or More in response to messaging failures governing this crisis. Now, with the Latino community so devastatingly affected, we are launching 20 Segundos o Más with the goal of inspiring many millions of Spanish-speaking and bilingual people to join this movement and help stop the spread.”

While the campaign is focusing on communities in the U.S. most impacted by COVID-19, HHPH is also conducting outreach and sharing the 20 Segundos o Más video and education campaign components in communities across Latin America, including Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Colombia and Peru, among others.

The 20 Segundos o Más video was produced by IDEKO, a New York-based experiential production agency. To learn more, please visit www.hhph.org and follow HHPH on social at @hhphorg #20SegundosOMas.

About Hip Hop Public Health
Hip Hop Public Health (HHPH) is an internationally recognized organization that creates and implements multimedia public health and education interventions designed to improve health literacy, inspire behavior change and promote health equity. Based in New York City, HHPH was founded in Harlem in 2004 with the mission to empower youth and families around the country – and the globe— with the knowledge and skills to make healthier choices, reducing preventable health conditions. Through a research-driven developmental process created by Columbia University Neurologist Dr. Olajide Williams (a.k.a. the “Hip Hop Doc”), Hip Hop Public Health works with socially conscious artists and public health experts to create scalable, highly engaging, culturally relevant music and multimedia “edutainment” tools.

The Hip Hop Public Health team, led by physical education veteran and public health leader Lori Rose Benson, is a collective comprised of not only health and education professionals (including nutritionists, public health researchers, teachers, physicians, behavioral scientists, and a student advisory board), but also proven-successful multi-media professionals and A-list iconic rap stars and pop artists including Doug E. Fresh, Chuck D, DMC of Run DMC, Ashanti, Jordin Sparks, as well children’s television writers/producers (formerly of Sesame Street). All HHPH music, videos, comic books, video games and guidance documents are available for free and can be accessed on its online resource repository.  

About the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation
The Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation is an independent charity whose mission is to promote health equity and improve the health outcomes of populations disproportionately affected by serious diseases by strengthening healthcare worker capacity, integrating medical care and community supportive services, and mobilizing communities in the fight against disease.

About the Bristol Myers Squibb Organization for Latino Achievement (OLA)
OLA’s mission is to increase representation of Latinos at all levels at BMS for a more diverse, inclusive and empowered workforce. OLA drives value and business performance through initiatives focused on Latino talent development and offers business insights to advance patient outcomes.

For further information, contact:

Helen Shelton
Finn Partners
917.327.4395
[email protected]

José Gonzalez
Finn Partners
347.954.6155
[email protected]

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SOURCE Hip Hop Public Health

Mazda Reports June Sales Results

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IRVINE, California, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total June sales of 25,326 vehicles, an increase of 10.9 percent compared to June 2019. Sales in the first half of the year totaled 128,869 vehicles, a decrease of 7 percent compared to the same time last year. With 25 selling days in June, compared to 26 the year prior, the company posted an increase of 15.4 percent on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis.

Sales Highlights

  • The CX-9 saw its best June ever with 2,727 vehicles sold, an increase of 48.9 percent.
  • The CX-30 saw best-ever sales results since launching in November 2019 with 3,526 vehicles sold.
  • Sales of the MX-5 Miata increased 27.3 percent with 966 vehicles sold in June.
  • CPO sales totaled 7,133 vehicles in June, an increase of 25.8 percent compared to June 2019.

Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported June sales of 4,133 vehicles, a decrease of 2.3 percent compared to June last year. Year-to-date sales decreased 27.5 percent, with 21,299 vehicles sold.

Today Mazda Motor Corporation also resumed double shift operations at both the Ujina Plants and Hofu Plant No.2. The Hofu Plant No.1 will resume double shift operations on July 27. As consumer demand for cars has started to see a recovery in some markets, Mazda will proceed with cautious steps to meet customers’ requests while continuing to implement infection prevention measures.

Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through approximately 620 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at InsideMazda.MazdaUSA.com/Newsroom.

Follow MNAO’s social media channels through Twitter and Instagram at @MazdaUSA and Facebook at Facebook.com/MazdaUSA.

Month-To-Date

Year-To-Date

June

June

YOY %

% MTD

June

June

YOY %

% MTD

2020

2019

Change

DSR

2020

2019

Change

DSR

Mazda3

3,250

3,990

(18.5)%

(15.3)%

16,228

28,523

(43.1)%

(43.1)%

Mazda6

1,356

1,681

(19.3)%

(16.1)%

8,085

13,075

(38.2)%

(38.2)%

MX-5 Miata

966

759

27.3%

32.4%

4,320

3,914

10.4%

10.4%

CX-3

1,000

1,324

(24.5)%

(21.5)%

4,757

6,784

(29.9)%

(29.9)%

CX-30

3,526

0

16,956

0

CX-5

12,501

13,242

(5.6)%

(1.8)%

65,072

74,387

(12.5)%

(12.5)%

CX-9

2,727

1,832

48.9%

54.8%

13,451

11,872

13.3%

13.3%

CARS

5,572

6,430

(13.3)%

(9.9)%

28,633

45,512

(37.1)%

(37.1)%

TRUCKS

19,754

16,398

20.5%

25.3%

100,236

93,043

7.7%

7.7%

TOTAL

25,326

22,828

10.9%

15.4%

128,869

138,555

(7.0)%

(7.0)%

*Selling Days

25

26

153

153

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SOURCE Mazda North American Operations

Hip Hop Public Health Launches 20 Segundos o Más Music Video PSA And Education Initiative To Address The Growing Rise Of COVID-19 In Latino Communities Nationwide

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NEW YORK, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Fresh from the breakthrough success of the 20 Seconds or More education and awareness campaign that reached over 100 million people when it launched in spring 2020, Hip Hop Public Health (HHPH) today announced 20 Segundos o Más, a new bi-lingual Spanish and English song and music video PSA featuring a fusion of Latin rhythms and Hip Hop beats delivering important safety information about COVID-19.  As summer heats up along with the soaring number of COVID-19 cases within the Latino community, 20 Segundos o Más is designed to encourage and inspire Latinos nationwide to follow the handwashing and other protocols necessary to stop the spread of the deadly disease that disproportionately affects them and other communities of color. Dr. Olajide Williams, Chief of Staff, Department of Neurology, New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, and Doug E. Fresh are the Co-Founders of HHPH and are spearheading the initiative with HHPH Executive Director and CEO, Lori Rose Benson. Philanthropic support for the initiative has been provided by the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation and the Organization for Latino Achievement (OLA), an employee resource group at Bristol Myers Squibb. 

The focal point of 20 Segundos o Más is a lively, four-minute music video featuring pioneering rapper and community health advocate, Doug E. Fresh, with more than 30 community influencers and activists who are committed to making a difference through creative expression, civic duty and medicine. These include: Gloria Estefan, Emilio Estefan, Chris Tucker,  “King of the Latin Beats” DJ TedSmooth, singers Lisa Lisa, George Lamond, Amara La Negra, MJ Songstress (Melissa Jimenez) of “The Voice,” DJ Camilo and Tee, Freedom Williams, Universal Hip Hop Museum Executive Director Rocky Bucano, Bronx Borough President Rubén Díaz Jr., Angie Rose, Love and Hip Hop New York’s Jonathan Fernandez, Amaya Murillo, Inspector Reymundo Mundo, Commanding Officer of the NYPD 34th Precinct, Liseth Perez, influencer Jennifer Mercedes, rapper N.O.R.E. (a.k.a. Victor Santiago) of Capone-N-Noreaga, 72 Miles to Go playwright  Hilary Bettis and more. 20 Segundos o Más features verses written and performed by a new generation of Latin musical artists. Performing on the track are Dose, Fabián, Leisley and Toby Love. Their spirited rapping flow blended with perfectly pitched harmonies create an uplifting experience throughout. The entire production features artists and influencers who represent the full depth, breadth and diversity of the Latino diaspora. For artist bios and full list of participants visit www.hhph.org/20SegundosOMas.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics, the percentage of Latinos making up coronavirus cases is almost equal to whites, around 34%, despite Latinos being a significantly smaller portion of the population. In June alone, the cases have nearly tripled.

“While Hispanics represent 18% of the U.S. population, using weighted population distributions, approximately 27% of the deaths from COVID-19 have been Hispanic, and in many counties these disparities will continue to increase due to the explosion in infection rates among this group,” says Dr. Olajide Williams. “Hispanic Americans are disproportionately contracting COVID-19, because of comorbid conditions including diabetes, dense multigenerational living conditions that prohibit effective social distancing and quarantine, and disproportionate representation among essential frontline workers such as the meat packing and poultry industries, delivery industry, warehouses, and grocery stores. Moreover, unlike other groups, the fear of getting tested or seeking medical attention due to immigration status is also a contributing factor to COVID-19 disparities afflicting the Hispanic community.”

Says Doug E. Fresh, “What you get with 20 Segundos o Más is the ultimate expression of Latin rhythms and Hip-Hop message delivery. DJ TedSmooth and I purposely selected the song’s universally loved Latin hook, the big horns backing the classic Willie Colón and Héctor Lavoe masterpiece, La Murga. This catchy hook combined with the information in the song will definitely get people to dance and hopefully adhere to our message of hope, vitality and taking care of themselves and each other. Once again, Hip Hop Public Health is bringing together art, science and social media innovation to help fight the COVID-19 health pandemia.”

With roots in the Dominican Republic and a music career that spans decades, DJ TedSmooth (Teddy Rafael Mendez) adds, “It was an honor to collaborate with Hip Hop Public Health and my old friend Doug E. Fresh on this track for mi gente. Latino roots and culture run deep, and to have legends like Lisa Lisa, DJ Camilo and Greg Lamond with some of the new voices out here coming together to protect our people against the coronavirus is an incredibly meaningful experience. I know we can make a difference together.”

In addition to the song and video, HHPH has created multiple opportunities for the public to get involved in the 20 Segundos o Más movement. Throughout the summer, HHPH will host a series of virtual viewing parties in key cities and communities affected most, including New York, Miami, Houston and Puerto Rico. These will be held in conjunction with a variety of cultural and professional organizations.

“Since our founding 16 years ago, Hip Hop Public Health has been committed to creating culturally responsive content backed by science and research to affect change and to engender positive health behaviors amongst communities that have long been overlooked or not adequately serviced,” says Lori Rose Benson, Executive Director and CEO. “In the face of the coronavirus pandemic, we produced the song 20 Seconds or More in response to messaging failures governing this crisis. Now, with the Latino community so devastatingly affected, we are launching 20 Segundos o Más with the goal of inspiring many millions of Spanish-speaking and bilingual people to join this movement and help stop the spread.”

While the campaign is focusing on communities in the U.S. most impacted by COVID-19, HHPH is also conducting outreach and sharing the 20 Segundos o Más video and education campaign components in communities across Latin America, including Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Colombia and Peru, among others.

The 20 Segundos o Más video was produced by IDEKO, a New York-based experiential production agency. To learn more, please visit www.hhph.org and follow HHPH on social at @hhphorg #20SegundosOMas.

About Hip Hop Public Health
Hip Hop Public Health (HHPH) is an internationally recognized organization that creates and implements multimedia public health and education interventions designed to improve health literacy, inspire behavior change and promote health equity. Based in New York City, HHPH was founded in Harlem in 2004 with the mission to empower youth and families around the country – and the globe— with the knowledge and skills to make healthier choices, reducing preventable health conditions. Through a research-driven developmental process created by Columbia University Neurologist Dr. Olajide Williams (a.k.a. the “Hip Hop Doc”), Hip Hop Public Health works with socially conscious artists and public health experts to create scalable, highly engaging, culturally relevant music and multimedia “edutainment” tools.

The Hip Hop Public Health team, led by physical education veteran and public health leader Lori Rose Benson, is a collective comprised of not only health and education professionals (including nutritionists, public health researchers, teachers, physicians, behavioral scientists, and a student advisory board), but also proven-successful multi-media professionals and A-list iconic rap stars and pop artists including Doug E. Fresh, Chuck D, DMC of Run DMC, Ashanti, Jordin Sparks, as well children’s television writers/producers (formerly of Sesame Street). All HHPH music, videos, comic books, video games and guidance documents are available for free and can be accessed on its online resource repository.  

About the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation
The Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation is an independent charity whose mission is to promote health equity and improve the health outcomes of populations disproportionately affected by serious diseases by strengthening healthcare worker capacity, integrating medical care and community supportive services, and mobilizing communities in the fight against disease.

About the Bristol Myers Squibb Organization for Latino Achievement (OLA)
OLA’s mission is to increase representation of Latinos at all levels at BMS for a more diverse, inclusive and empowered workforce. OLA drives value and business performance through initiatives focused on Latino talent development and offers business insights to advance patient outcomes.

For further information, contact:

Helen Shelton
Finn Partners
917.327.4395
[email protected]

José Gonzalez
Finn Partners
347.954.6155
[email protected]

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SOURCE Hip Hop Public Health

Latinos for a Secure Retirement Marks Boost Your Budget Week July 13-17 with Cafecito to Connect Older Adults in San Antonio to Benefits

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SAN ANTONIO, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Latinos for a Secure Retirement is committed to empowering all older adults in San Antonio to age well. During July 13-17, 2020, it is partnering with the National Council on Aging (NCOA) to mark Boost Your Budget Week with a Cafecito (coffee chat) to discuss how older residents are fairing amidst COVID-19 and how they may be eligible for money-saving benefits programs.

An estimated $30 billion in public and private benefits go unclaimed every year because older adults don’t know about them or how to apply. Latinos for a Secure Retirement is leveraging people power and digital power to connect eligible older adults to programs that will help them pay for food, medicine, rent, utilities, and more.

“COVID-19 has had a severe impact on older adults’ health—and their financial security,” said Abigail Zapote, Executive Director of Latinos for a Secure Retirement. “Now more than ever is the time to explore how they can boost their budgets with benefits. We will be offering Latino seniors free benefits screenings at our Cafecito.”

In San Antonio alone, there are more than 10,000 older adults who are eligible for benefits programs but not enrolled. For older adults living on a fixed income, benefits like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and Medicare Low-Income Subsidy can make a significant difference in supporting their desire to stay healthy, economically secure, and independent in the community.

“Having access to benefits programs means our older friends and neighbors do not have to cut pills in half, skip meals, or turn off the air conditioning in the middle of summer in order to make ends meet each month,” said Zapote. “We are here to help older adults understand what benefits they may be eligible for—and take the steps to apply.”

In San Antonio, Amerigroup is also supporting Boost Your Budget Week. “At Amerigroup, we know that increasing access to services that address social drivers of health is important to helping consumers lead healthier lives,” said Ken Satrom, President of Amerigroup’s Medicare business in Texas. “We proudly support this initiative because we are committed to improving the lives of people and the health of communities.”

Boost Your Budget Week is a national effort sponsored by NCOA to educate older adults about benefits programs. The Latinos for a Secure Retirement Cafecito will be held virtually on July 15 at 7-8 p.m. EDT. The event is free, but interested attendees must register online.

About Latinos for a Secure Retirement
LSR’s mission is to safeguard the economic security of those dependent, now or in the future, on Social Security. We seek to protect and improve the economic security of disadvantaged and at-risk Hispanic populations in the United States. To learn more, visit www.latinoretirement.org or follow @LatinosRetire on social media.

About NCOA
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is a trusted national leader working to ensure that every person can age well. Since 1950, our mission has not changed: Improve the lives of millions of older adults, especially those who are struggling. NCOA empowers people with the best solutions to improve their own health and economic security—and we strengthen government programs that we all depend on as we age. Every year, millions of people use our signature programs BenefitsCheckUp®, My Medicare Matters®, and the Aging Mastery Program® to age well. By offering online tools and collaborating with a nationwide network of partners, NCOA is working to improve the lives of 40 million older adults by 2030. Learn more at ncoa.org and @NCOAging.

About Amerigroup
Amerigroup is part of the Anthem Government Business Division (GBD). Through the GBD, Anthem serves 7.4 million seniors, people with disabilities, low-income families and other state and federally sponsored beneficiaries, and National Government Services enrollees (including the Federal Employee Program) in 26 states, making us one of the nation’s leading providers of health care solutions for public programs. Amerigroup accepts all eligible people regardless of age, sex, race or disability.

This project was supported, in part, by grant #90MINC0001-03-01 from the U.S. Administration on Community Living (ACL), Department of Health and Human Services, Washington DC 20201. Grantees undertaking projects under government sponsorship are encouraged to express freely their findings and conclusions. Points of view or opinions do not, therefore, necessarily represent official Administration for Community Living policy.

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SOURCE National Council on Aging