Isagenix International Acquires Zija International

January 22, 2020

Companies share common goals, cultures, and missions focused on improving world health

GILBERT, Arizona, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Isagenix International, a global health and wellness company providing nutrition and lifestyle solutions, has announced its acquisition of Zija International, a well-established and respected direct selling company based in Lehi, Utah, with a strong line of high-quality plant-based product offerings.

“We are pleased to welcome Zija to the Isagenix family,” said Jim Coover, Isagenix co-founder and chairman. “Our companies share common cultures and goals, and we look forward to the positive impact this acquisition will have for all parties.”

When the transition is completed, Zija distributors will become part of the Isagenix family, which comprises more than 500,000 members in 14 markets globally. This addition will help strengthen Isagenix by expanding its associate and customer base, enhancing its plant-based product portfolio, and reinforcing its global footprint.

“This comes at a promising time for both Zija and Isagenix,” said Travis Ogden, Isagenix chief executive officer. “It brings great synergies to both companies, and in joining forces, our aligned missions to impact world health will be stronger than ever.”

To learn more about Isagenix, visit its Newsroom, like the company on Facebook, and follow it on Twitter and Instagram.

About Isagenix International

Established in 2002, Isagenix provides systems for weight loss, performance, vitality and well-being, personal care and beauty, and financial wellness. With half a million customers worldwide and more than 100 products, packs, and systems globally, Isagenix shares its products and solutions through a network of independent distributors in 14 markets. For more information visit Isagenix.com.

About Zija International

Zija has spent over a decade formulating innovative products to support peak wellness. Each of Zija’s products serves a distinct purpose in the goal of health, wellness, and beauty. For more information, visit zijainternational.com.

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Goya Foods And The National Supermarket Association Donate Toys To Orphans In The Dominican Republic

January 22, 2020

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Goya Foods, America’s largest Hispanic food company, and the National Supermarket Association donated toys to children at the Niños de Cristo orphanage in La Romana, Dominican Republic.

As part of the company’s Goya Gives initiative, Goya has supported the orphanage since its inception in 2012. Each year, Goya donates food and financial support, and has developed a mentorship program, where Goya employees mentor many of the children at the orphanage all the way through their educational years. The NSA has committed to providing additional support, donations and continued guidance to those children who need it the most.

“We have been members of the NSA since the very beginning and proud to further our collaboration with an organization that cares about the welfare and health of their communities. Our mission to support those in need are aligned and we couldn’t think of a better way to partner in order to provide the children with even more love, support and gifts during the holiday season and year-round,” said Bob Unanue, President of Goya.

Goya has been a member of the NSA for 30 years and has collaborated with the NSA to further support the communities both organizations serve throughout the United States and abroad. “The NSA strives to work on projects that give back to the communities we come from and serve, so we are very proud to partner with Goya to bring joy and mentorship to these kids,” said William Rodriguez, President of the NSA.

For more information, please visit, www.goya.com.

About GOYA
Founded in 1936, Goya Foods, Inc. is America’s largest Hispanic-owned food company, and has established itself as the leader in Latin American food and condiments. Goya manufactures, packages, and distributes over 2,500 high-quality food products from Spain, the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America. Goya products have their roots in the culinary traditions of Hispanic communities around the world. The combination of authentic ingredients, robust seasonings and convenient preparation makes Goya products ideal for every taste and every table. For more information on Goya Foods, please visit www.goya.com.

ABOUT NSA
Founded in 1989 by Hispanic entrepreneurs, the NSA is a trade association that represents the interest of independent supermarket owners in New York and other urban cities throughout the East Coast, Mid-Atlantic region and Florida. Beginning in the mid-seventies, these entrepreneurs had the courage of opening supermarkets in areas abandoned by the large chains, as they were economically depressed and mostly minority neighborhoods. These men and women had the vision and the commitment to fill a vacuum in those communities, at a time when the term “food desert” had not even been coined. Currently, many NSA members continue to serve those areas by offering healthy foods and full-service supermarkets.

The association has grown dramatically in the last two decades and currently provides its member’s hands-on representation in both the private and public sectors and advocates issues that impact the entire supermarket industry. Current membership represents approximately 400 supermarkets. Most members are of Hispanic descent, and their stores are predominantly located in minority neighborhoods.

The NSA provides outreach services to corporations that want to capture the booming Hispanic market by providing counseling on marketing strategies to reach Hispanic retailers and consumers, including market and cultural intelligence.

For more information & photos:
Natalie J. Maniscalco
845.659.6506 / [email protected]

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McDonald’s Launches App to Help Restaurant Employees Explore Careers that Match Their Skills and Interests

January 22, 2020

CHICAGO, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — McDonald’s today announced the launch of a new career exploration mobile application called Archways to Careers that will help restaurant employees nationwide maximize education benefits and take the next step in their professional journey– whether at McDonald’s or elsewhere. Built with long-standing partner, the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL), and with support from InsideTrack, a national success coaching organization, McDonald’s will now be able to offer all restaurant employees a real-time career advising tool that connects them to InsideTrack’s professional and credentialed advisors to support, coach and help them chart a path to achieve the future job or career they desire.

This effort builds on the successful Archways to Opportunity™ program from McDonald’s which enables restaurant employees to learn English language skills, earn a high school diploma, benefit from education and career advisors and receive upfront college tuition assistance up to $3,000 after just 90 days of employment.

“My husband and I have been McDonald’s Franchisees for 32 years and have helped nearly 50 employees participate in Archways to Opportunity including English Under the Arches, the high school completion program and college tuition assistance. I hear all the time that they are looking for an opportunity to build new skills and receive an education but don’t always know where to start,” said Isa Rodriguez, a McDonald’s Owner/Operator from Miami, FL. “Now, with a click on the app, restaurant employees have access to the right tools and advisors to help guide them closer to where they want to be, and McDonald’s will provide tuition assistance and the qualified support to get them there.”

Through the Archways to Careers app, available for download now, restaurant employees will be able to understand the valuable skills they are developing, recognize their strengths and find local education and growth opportunities in a variety of careers. The app offers an interest assessment and career exploration experience that help users identify potential careers and the opportunity to work with an advisor to plot a personalized educational pathway to help them progress. In particular, the content in the app builds on insights from a previously released Workforce Preparedness Study which identified top industries employees aspire to be in, which include: arts/entertainment, technology, entrepreneurship, healthcare and restaurant/food service; the Archways to Careers app surfaces roles across some of these fields. Additionally, users will be able to explore opportunities at McDonald’s restaurants and corporate headquarters that match their interests and skills.

“As the number of working learners who need to pursue more education over a longer lifespan grows, forward-thinking employers like McDonald’s and their franchisees are always growing their future managers from within,” said Marie Cini, president of CAEL. “That’s why CAEL champions the adult working learner and partners with people-first companies like McDonald’s that understand the value of creating education opportunities for people wherever they are on their academic journey.”

“The McDonald’s system workforce has immeasurable talent to offer, and with its existing education benefits coupled with this rich new mobile experience, restaurant employees are better equipped to discover and advance their careers, positioning themselves for long-term career success no matter where they end up,” said Rob Lauber, Global Chief Learning Officer. “We are proud to continue to invest in and create more opportunity for those that work at McDonald’s.”

Since its inception in 2015, Archways to Opportunity has given out $90 million in tuition assistance and supported 50,000 restaurant employees. Archways to Careers is available to employees at McDonald’s U.S. restaurants and franchisees. For more information about McDonald’s support of education, please visit http://www.mcdonald’s.com/people. The app is available for download for both iOS and Android devices.

About McDonald’s USA
McDonald’s serves a variety of menu options made with quality ingredients to more than 25 million customers every day. Ninety-five percent of McDonald’s 14,000 U.S. restaurants are independently owned and operated by business men and women. For more information, visit www.mcdonalds.com, or follow us on Twitter @McDonalds and Facebook at www.facebook.com/mcdonalds.

About the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL)
Established in 1974, The Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) is a Strada Education Network affiliate and national, nonprofit 501(c)(3) membership organization dedicated to partnering with educators, employers, and workforce and economic developers. Together we reimagine how education and employment fit together, and we create lifelong pathways that integrate learning and work. Our aim is to support the engaged participation of adults in thriving talent pipelines and robust economic development in the 21st century economy. Visit www.cael.org to learn more.

About InsideTrack
InsideTrack is passionate about student success. We partner with colleges and universities to improve enrollment, persistence, completion and career readiness. Our student support methodology uncovers first hand feedback about student goals and challenges. Through strategic guidance, staff training and student coaching, we help institutions turn this feedback into actionable insights that drive better student outcomes. As a member of the nonprofit Strada Education Network, we offer partners access to a comprehensive range of student success solutions as well as the latest research and insights on student success. We’ve supported more than 2 million students since 2001 and currently serve over 4,000 programs. Visit us at www.insidetrack.com and follow us on Twitter.

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Jennifer Jiménez’s New Book Alzheimer: ¿Cómo Cuidarlo? Is An Insightful Account On Proper Guidance When Caring For Patients Suffering From Alzheimer’s

January 22, 2020

MIAMI, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Alzheimer: ¿Cómo Cuidarlo? was created by Jennifer Jiménez. Jennifer has worked for eight years in hospice, offering support and coordination of services to terminal patients and their families. She is currently the founder of the Powerfull Minds Coach Nonprofit Corporation.

Through the experience of Jennifer L. Jiménez as a clinical social worker of a hospice (home service for patients in terminal stage) in Puerto Rico, she met many families of Alzheimer’s patients with different social problems but with the factor being a common lack of knowledge in the management of a bedridden patient. According to the experience acquired in each case worked and the case discussions with nurses and doctors, it offered guidance on the deterioration of the patient’s terminal condition and recommendations to family members on the proper management for the patient’s well-being, as well as emotional support in the process. He identified that, by guiding the caregiver about patient care, they showed a decrease in their stress levels, so he was inspired and motivated to write the book. This book aims to guide the caregiver to understand stage 7 of Alzheimer’s disease, the changes that the patient experiences and how to cope with the proper management. In addition, it contains three true stories of families with a loved one suffering from a terminal illness.

Published by Page Publishing, Jennifer Jiménez’s new book Alzheimer: ¿Cómo Cuidarlo? is an efficacious narrative that aids individuals whose loved ones suffer from Alzheimer’s improve their practice of caring for them through understanding and compassion.

Consumers who wish to be enlightened on the nature of Alzheimer’s and how they can be better caregivers to the afflicted can purchase Alzheimer: ¿Cómo Cuidarlo? 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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Marta Del Orbe’s New Book La Otra Cara Del Sueño Americano Divulges The Twisted Side Of The American Dream That Endangers Those Who Yearn For It

January 22, 2020

NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book La Otra Cara Del Sueño Americano was created by Marta Del Orbe. Marta is an author from the Cibao region in the Dominican Republic. He emigrated to the United States as a teenager in the seventies. He arrived in Brooklyn County where he lived remarkable stages of his life.

Marta Del Orbe said this about her book: “Born in the depth of silence of the drowned screams that produce sobs of regrets, for the high price paid with that coin carved in the face of pain, in the desolation of those who defy turbulent paths, in the unheard cries, and no regrets forgiven, they sprouted words—the United States, a country that boasts the fortunes of this dream, saying that everyone can start from below and reach the top. However, there is another reality: many start from below and fall behind or fall lower.

The American dream is often grafted and narrated with the nightmares of those who, forced or not, renounced their own well-being to pave roads to those who follow behind, paying with tears to receive those blows that painfully sculpt the heart. Responsibility reaches its limit when it invades the grounds of generosity. The American dream not only transcends the limits of expectations but puts the lives and well-being of many at risk.”

Published by Page Publishing, Marta Del Orbe’s new book La Otra Cara Del Sueño Americano delves into the disagreeable nature of the American dream and how this has put many lives in jeopardy due to blind adherence.

Consumers who wish to gain wisdom of the pros and cons of pursuing the American dream and how this changes life profoundly can purchase La Otra Cara Del Sueño Americano 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 New York–based 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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Former Governor Gray Davis And The Independent Claims Administrators For The Independent Compensation Program For Victim-Survivors Of Sexual Abuse Of Minors By Priests Announce Millions Paid Out To Victims To Date And Remind Victims Of The Impending Deadline To Register Claims

January 22, 2020

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Former Governor Gray Davis, a member of the Independent Oversight Committee (“IOC”) overseeing the work of the Independent Compensation Program (“ICP”) for Victim-Survivors of Sexual Abuse of Minors by Priests, announced 427 people have come forward to the independent program that six participating California Catholic dioceses started in September. The ICP is aimed at compensating victim-survivors of childhood sexual abuse by priests in those dioceses.

At today’s IOC meeting program administrators Kenneth Feinberg and Camille Biros reported to the IOC, which also includes former Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta and business leader and former Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration Maria Contreras-Sweet. Committee members expressed satisfaction with the program’s success to date.

“It is clear that the ICP is succeeding in achieving its objective, empowering victim-survivors with another option to pursue justice and healing,” Gov. Davis said. “There has been a high level of interest and we are seeing victim-survivors being treated with the dignity and respect they deserve. ICP settlements are typically paid within 90-120 days, which is significantly faster than years of litigation. Moreover, in the ICP process victims have unilateral control over their own confidentiality, and they are free to share as much or as little about their claim as they wish.”

The IOC wants the public to be aware of the impending January 31st deadline. Victim-survivors have until January 31 to register online at www.californiadiocesesicp.com to have their claim considered. Once registered, claims determined potentially eligible will have until March 31 to file for compensation. Registration is the first step to register new allegations of abuse in the ICP.

At their meeting today, the IOC also heard from its appointed Victims Advocate Advisor, Susan F. Moan Hardie, RN, Ph.D., who is experienced in the prevention and treatment of childhood sexual abuse. Dr. Hardie has a master’s degree in Psychiatric and Community Mental Health Nursing, and a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in education and child development.

Dr. Hardie is the former Director of Stuart House, a multidisciplinary forensic interview, treatment and advocacy center for sexually abused children in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Hardie is available to help victim-survivors who have completed the ICP process with referrals to support services. The committee also heard presentations from two additional professionals specializing in childhood sexual abuse trauma and treatment.

Since the ICP’s launch, approximately four months ago, 85 victim-survivors have already filed claims.

Feinberg and Biros described the allegations of abuse received by the ICP as largely historic in nature, many dating back several decades. They have thus far completed the final processing of 61 of the 85 claims and authorized $3.94 million to 39 victim-survivors. Further compensation offers will be made in the months ahead, and the hundreds of registrations confirms that the number of compensated victims will increase dramatically as the program continues, according to Feinberg and Biros.

In their report, Feinberg and Biros also stressed the program’s effectiveness, noting that only one claimant has rejected the compensation offered. All others have chosen to accept the offers made.

Background

The Independent Compensation Program for Victims of Sexual Abuse by Diocesan Priests in California (ICP) was launched in September 2019 to provide victim-survivors of child sexual abuse by a diocesan priest the opportunity to seek restitution from the participating dioceses of Fresno, Orange, Sacramento, San Bernardino, San Diego and the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Together, the participating dioceses comprise more than 10 million Catholics, or about 80 percent of the Catholic population in the State of California.

The program is independent of Church control and open to anyone who has been abused in the past by priests of these dioceses, no matter when that abuse might have occurred. Feinberg and Biros, nationally recognized administrators, have complete autonomy to assess the eligibility of individual claims and determine compensation amounts. The dioceses have pledged to pay whatever sum that Feinberg and Biros determine is appropriate in each case.

The ICP is urging victim-survivors to come forward to register to participate with the program before the January 31, 2020 deadline. Once registered, those determined to be potentially eligible will have until March 31, 2020 to file their claim. All new complaints of abuse received through this Program must be reported by the Dioceses and by the Claimant to the appropriate law enforcement agency. For more information and to register to file a complaint visit: www.californiadiocesesicp.com.

Contact: Amy Weiss, 202-203-0448
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For Ken Feinberg and Camille Biros

Contact: Josh Freeman Stinn, 310-282-2355
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For Former Governor Gray Davis

Spanish Language:
Robert Alaniz, (626) 437-3354
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SOURCE Independent Compensation Program for Victim-Survivors of Sexual Abuse of Minors by Priests

Kia Uses Big Game Ad To Shine Light On Issue Of Youth Homelessness

January 21, 2020

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — This year, with more than 4.2 million young people experiencing homelessness in the U.S.¹, the car company known to “Give It Everything” will use its big game advertising platform to give back in a meaningful way. For every yard gained during the game Kia will donate $1,000 to three charity partners dedicated to ending the issue of youth homelessness and transforming the lives of young people in need: Covenant House, Positive Tomorrows and StandUp For Kids.

Kia’s “Yards Against Homelessness” initiative follows 2019’s creation of the “Great Unknowns” Scholarship, which was established to identify students who embody Kia’s “Give It Everything” spirit and help them pursue their academic goals.

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About Kia Motors America

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America has been the highest ranked mass market brand in initial quality for five consecutive years according to J.D. Power¹, and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in West Point, Georgia.*

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*The Telluride, Sorento and Optima (excluding Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid) are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

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LaLiga North America Releases Soñando Con LaLiga Documentary

January 21, 2020

This newest series from LaLiga North America follows Alianza de Futbol players as they travel to Spain for a life-changing experience to play against LaLiga academies and be scouted by LaLiga coaches

NEW YORK, Jan. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — LaLiga North America today released their newest documentary series, Soñando con LaLiga, which details the experience and progress of the best 17 players from the Allstate Sueño Alianza National Showcase while they traveled to Spain and competed against LaLiga academies and in front of LaLiga coaches and scouts. Several of the players were selected for trials by LaLiga teams throughout assorted divisions and will have the chance to play professionally in the world’s best league.

These players, primarily from underserved communities across the United States, would have been left out or overlooked by the traditional pay-to-play system of organized youth sports. The trip was the most recent initiative within LaLiga North America and Alianza de Futbol’s partnership, and continued LaLiga’s commitment to growing soccer in North America at a grassroots level and provide the Hispanic community opportunities they otherwise would not have access to via the game. The series explores the nuances of the trip and includes interviews with players, detailing their journey to discovery throughout the Allstate Sueño Alianza National Showcase and what led them to this trip, their backgrounds, and their expectations for the future.

Allstate Sueño Alianza is the largest and most prestigious scouting program in the United States and allows Hispanic soccer players across U-14, U-17, and U-20 categories the opportunity to be observed by coaches and scouts from LaLiga, US Soccer, FMF, MLS, USL, Liga MX, and the best college programs in the country. Between May and September, every year the program tours in 10 cities throughout the United States and with the registration of over 5,000 players. These 5,000 are narrowed down to the top 50 that participate in the Allstate Sueño Alianza National Showcase. LaLiga coaches attended the 2019 event and selected 17 players, who traveled to Spain.

Since its inception in 2018, LaLiga North America has remained consistent in their work to achieve their overall mission—to help grow the sport of soccer by creating and fostering a community of players, fans, and supporters in the US and Canada at grassroot touchpoints. Soñando con LaLiga furthers that work by showcasing the passion, determination, and excitement these young players bring to their game, that would have been left undiscovered if not for Alianza de Futbol and this partnership with LaLiga.

Full episodes of Soñando con LaLiga can be found here and across all LaLiga channels:

Episode 1
Episode 2
Episode 3
Episode 4

Press Contact
Katie Case
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About LaLiga North America
LaLiga North America is a joint venture between LaLiga, Spain’s top-flight soccer competition and professional association, and Relevent Sports Group, the premier soccer events and media business in North America and Asia, which serves as the exclusive representation of LaLiga in the U.S. and Canada for all business and development activities. The operation supports the league’s growth in the region through consumer related activities including content development, events and activations, marketing agreements, youth academies, development of youth soccer coaches, exhibition matches and plans to have an official LaLiga Santander match played in the U.S.
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About Alianza de Futbol
Founded in 2004, Alianza de Futbol Hispano is the leading national organization dedicated to the support and development of amateur Hispanic soccer in the United States. Alianza is part of Relevent Sports, a multi-national media, sports and entertainment group that owns and operates the International Champions Cup and has a joint venture with LaLiga. Alianza de Futbol empowers Hispanic soccer communities, families, and soccer players by providing prestigious soccer programs that help Hispanics to reach their full soccer potential and succeed in education, life, and work.
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CVS Health Debuts HealthHUB Locations to Serve Greater Tampa Community

January 21, 2020

Exterior Shot of HealthHUB® location at CVS Pharmacy store

TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Individuals and families in Greater Tampa can now experience health care that is simple, convenient and affordable with the debut of HealthHUB, CVS Health’s new store design in nine CVS Pharmacy locations across the community. During a ribbon-cutting event at the company’s HealthHUB location at 704 West Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Seffner, FL., the community celebrated the new, innovative store format that features a broader range of health care services to help patients better manage chronic conditions; more products and services focused on overall health and wellness; and trusted advice and personalized care, all with the ease of walking into a local CVS Pharmacy.

“Helping people get well and stay well is at the heart of everything we do, and that is the focus of our new HealthHUB stores here in Houston,” said Brian Bosnic, Division Vice President for CVS Pharmacy in Florida. “Customers tell us they want local access to convenient, personalized and integrated health care. Our HealthHUB locations do just that — helping to elevate the store into a community-based health care destination where consumers can engage people they trust, who are accessible and knowledgeable, to help bring everything together in a better health experience at a lower cost.”

CVS Health began piloting HealthHUBs last year to overwhelming customer satisfaction. The introduction of nine HealthHUB locations in Tampa is part of the company’s strategy to scale the program nationally with plans to have up to 1,500 locations operating throughout the U.S. by the end of 2021.

“Access to good, quality healthcare is a fundamental right,” said Tampa Mayor Jane Castor. “CVS Health’s commitment to convenient, affordable health care at their HealthHUB locations will be welcomed with open arms and I can’t wait for more to open around the city.”

For many Americans, health care can be difficult to navigate. At a time when chronic disease continues to grow in prevalence and impact in the U.S., patients are also facing complexities and fragmentation when seeking the right care. Today, one in two Americans has at least one chronic illness, with data showing that close to $500 billion of the costs associated with chronic disease are avoidable.¹ What’s more, nine out of 10 (91%) patients say they need more help with chronic disease management.²The HealthHUB store format was developed to help people manage chronic conditions more conveniently and affordably by improving the overall patient experience and featuring a wide array of health and wellness products, clinical services and expertise.

“We are delivering real change to the health care system,” said Alan Lotvin, M.D., Chief Transformation Officer for CVS Health. “Through HealthHUBs, consumers are at the center of an unmatched retail health experience. The HealthHUB products and services are designed specifically with the consumer’s health needs, challenges, and goals in mind, so that they can easily receive coordinated, personalized care in a familiar, neighborhood location.”

Among the key features incorporated in a HealthHUB include:

Greater Selection of Health and Wellness Products

Shop hundreds of products such as health devices that sync to your mobile phone, aromatherapy, fitness essentials, durable medical equipment, sleep apnea products and more.

More Personalized Support at CVS Pharmacy

Education and counseling for patients with chronic conditions, helping to identify their next best action that enables better health outcomes and reduces medical costs.
Pharmacist-led diabetes education counseling and smart device coaching for select blood glucose monitors.
Smoking cessation plans for patients and caregivers to help patients quit smoking.

Expanded Services at MinuteClinic

Services for minor illnesses and injuries, as well as immunizations, wellness and health checks.
Screening, treatment and monitoring for chronic conditions such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
Annual diabetic exam, including retinopathy screening.
End-to-end sleep apnea solution, including sleep assessment by an independent third party provider.
Suite of services to help manage common health conditions for young adults.
Phlebotomy services in conjunction with a MinuteClinic visit.

Access to In-Store Community Programs

Wellness rooms for group events such as health screenings, nutritional and lifestyle coaching, and benefits education.
Learning table for customers to explore health and wellness apps and shop our expanded assortment of products on CVS.com.

HealthHUB locations will also feature an on-site Care Concierge team responsible for customer engagement, including educating customers about new service offerings, helping them navigate in-store services and events, and connecting them to a team of providers.

“Before I had to visit multiple locations to take care of my family’s health care needs,” said Vivian Semidey, who frequents the HealthHUB location in Seffner, FL to continue her recovery from back surgery, get trusted advice about managing her high blood pressure and pick-up medication for an elderly parent. “I was quite surprised that everything I need for me and my family to get healthy is right here in one convenient location.”

CVS Health has 53 HealthHUB locations operational in five states, including Florida, Georgia, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Texas. The company plans to bring its HealthHUB store format to 17 states in the first part of 2020 as part of its national expansion.

The HealthHUB locations in Tampa include:

30387 U.S. Highway 19 N, Clearwater, FL 33761
5010 S Florida Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33813
2322 Land O Lakes Blvd., Lutz, FL 33549
5905 U.S. Highway 301 S, Riverview, FL 33578
8001 9^th Street N, Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
704 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Seffner, FL 33584
5357 Ehrlich Road, Tampa, FL 33625
1000 East Tarpon Avenue, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
1929 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Wesley Chapel, FL 33543

Added Bosnic, “Our company has long focused on ways to bring effective tools, resources and solutions to our communities in order to improve health care for individuals and their families. With HealthHUB, we are taking that commitment to the next level.”

Visit our website to learn more about products and services available through our HealthHUB locations. For downloadable photos and videos, visit our HealthHUB media resource center.

About CVS Health

CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) is the nation’s premier health innovation company helping people on their path to better health. Whether in one of its pharmacies or through its health services and plans, CVS Health is pioneering a bold new approach to total health by making quality care more affordable, accessible, simple and seamless. CVS Health is community-based and locally focused, engaging consumers with the care they need when and where they need it. The Company has approximately 9,900 retail locations, approximately 1,100 walk-in medical clinics, a leading pharmacy benefits manager with approximately 102 million plan members, a dedicated senior pharmacy care business serving more than one million patients per year and expanding specialty pharmacy services. CVS Health also serves an estimated 38 million people through traditional, voluntary and consumer-directed health insurance products and related services, including rapidly expanding Medicare Advantage offerings and a leading standalone Medicare Part D prescription drug plan. The Company believes its innovative health care model increases access to quality care, delivers better health outcomes and lowers overall health care costs. Find more information about how CVS Health is shaping the future of health at https://www.cvshealth.com.

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1 http://www.fightchronicdisease.org/sites/default/files/TL221_final.pdf
2 https://cvshealth.com/sites/default/files/cvs-health-improving-chronic-disease-care-and-outcomes.pdf