CDC’s Eight Tips for Safe and Healthy Summertime Work and Play

May 17, 2019

Digital info helps Americans avoid illness, injury

ATLANTA, May 17, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Whether you are planning an overseas vacation, getting ready for a staycation, or will be working outdoors, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s latest health tips, alerts, and social media updates include practical advice for travelers, swimmers, and everyone who wants to beat the summer heat.

“Summer is a great time to travel and enjoy the great outdoors, but it’s important to take simple, common-sense precautions,” said CDC Principal Deputy Director Anne Schuchat, M.D. “From information about travel vaccinations to tips to prevent insect bites, CDC provides resources to help keep you and your loved ones healthy and safe.”

Travel abroad safely

Before traveling abroad, check out health and safety risks at your destination. Animal illnesses and drinking water might be very different from what you’re used to and could make you sick. Get needed vaccinations at least 4 to 6 weeks before you leave to ensure you’re protected by the time you travel.

CDC’s Summer Travel Abroad site has health and safety tips for anyone traveling outside the United States. CDC’s latest traveler’s health updates include information about measles and malaria. Many countries are experiencing measles outbreaks, including Brazil, England, France, Israel, Japan and Ukraine. Check out CDC’s Vaccine Information Statements (VIS) to get the latest information. New anti-malarial medications are available for travelers to parts of the Caribbean, Central and South America, Southeast Asia, and Africa. About 1,700 cases of malaria are diagnosed every year in U.S. travelers who go abroad.

Swimming safety

Swimming, one of the most popular summer activities for children and adults, gets the spotlight May 20–26, when we observe Healthy and Safe Swimming Week.

This year’s theme, “Pool Chemistry for Healthy and Safe Swimming,” highlights the roles that swimmers, parents of young swimmers, aquatics and beach staff, residential pool owners, and public health officials play in preventing disease outbreaks, drowning, and pool chemical injuries.

CDC recommends that everyone check out the latest inspection score of pools where you plan to swim. Look for inspection scores online or on site. Chemicals like chlorine are added to pool water to kill germs and stop them from spreading, helping to keep swimmers healthy. However, mishandling pool chemicals can cause injuries. Owners and operators of both public and privately owned pools, hot tubs/spas, and water playgrounds can take steps to prevent pool chemical injuries.

Young Worker Safety and Health

Young workers (ages 15–24) have higher rates of job-related injury compared to adult workers. To help keep young workers safe at their summer jobs, CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is participating in the social media campaign, #MySafeSummerJob, to provide workplace safety and health information and resources to employers of youth, young workers, parents, and educators. My Safe Summer Job is a collaboration between government agencies—including the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and NIOSH—and numerous professional and non-profit organizations, including CareerSafe and the National Safety Council. The campaign is raising awareness about job-related hazards and how to address them, workers’ rights and responsibilities, voicing safety concerns on the job, and injury prevention.

Beat the heat and rays

Heat kills more than 600 people in the United States each year. Preventing heat-related illnesses, including heat stroke and heat exhaustion, is important for people of all ages, but extreme heat poses the greatest risk for people under age 4 and over 65, and anyone who has a pre-existing medical condition or who lives in a home without air conditioning. The best ways to protect yourself from heat include staying cool, hydrated, and informed: find air-conditioning during hot hours and wear cool clothing, drink plenty of liquids, and pay attention to heat advisories. NIOSH offers several recommendations and tools that employers can incorporate into trainings, and workers can use in real-time, in order to help stay safe when working in heat.

Sunburn is a common summertime injury. Unprotected skin can be burned by the sun’s UV rays in as little as 15 minutes, but can take up to 12 hours for the skin to show the damage. CDC recommends staying out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when its UV rays are at their highest level. Sunscreen is recommended for anyone working and playing outside in the summer, even on cloudy days. Hats, sunglasses, and long sleeves are also recommended for outdoors activities.

Children’s health and safety

Summer activities, such as riding a bike and playground time, are great for a child’s development. To keep kids healthy and safe all summer long, be sure children use helmets that fit well while riding their bikes and follow playground safety tips from CDC’s website. Parents should ensure children stay safe while traveling in cars. Children should be properly buckled in a car seat, booster seat, or seat belt —whichever is appropriate for their weight, height, and age — on every trip. Properly buckling up reduces serious and fatal injuries by up to 80 percent. Children under age 13 are best protected in the back seat.

Stay up to date on vaccines

Making sure your child is up to date on vaccines is key to protecting them against serious diseases throughout their life. The summer is a great time to make appointments for your child to get recommended vaccines or to catch up on vaccines they might have missed when they were younger. CDC’s recommended immunization schedule is safe and effective at protecting your child from 14 infectious diseases like measles, chickenpox, and rubella. It’s based on how your child’s immune system responds to vaccines at various ages, and how likely your child is to be exposed to a particular disease. CDC also recommends three vaccines for all 11- to 12-year-old boys and girls to prevent infections that can cause meningitis, HPV cancers, and whooping cough. More information about how vaccines work, where to find vaccines in your area, and what vaccines your child needs can be found on CDC vaccine website, www.cdc.gov/vaccines.

Food safety

Food poisoning peaks during summer months due to warmer temperatures, which can let foodborne germs thrive. Each year, 1 in 6 Americans get sick from eating contaminated food. CDC also has advice for food safety when grilling.

Insect protection

Protect yourself and your family from insect bites by using Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered insect repellents with active ingredients such as DEET. Apply repellents only to exposed skin or clothing, as directed on the product label and always follow instructions when applying insect repellent to children.

CDC works 24/7 protecting America’s health, safety and security. Whether diseases start at home or abroad, are curable or preventable, chronic or acute, or from human activity or deliberate attack, CDC responds to America’s most pressing health threats. CDC is headquartered in Atlanta and has experts located throughout the United States and the world.

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2019 U.N. Correspondents Association Awards For Best Journalistic Coverage Of The United Nations And U.N. Agencies

May 16, 2019

Winners Will Be Honored At Gala Event By The U.N. Secretary-General H.E. António Guterres Friday, December 6th, 2019 At Cipriani Wall Street, New York.

NEW YORK, May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The United Nations Correspondents Association (UNCA) invites media worldwide to submit entries for its 24^th annual UNCA Awards for the best print, broadcast (TV & Radio) and online, web-based media coverage of the United Nations, U.N. agencies and field operations.

Deadline for submissions is September 15, 2019

The awards are open to all journalists anywhere in the world. The Awards are:

The Elizabeth Neuffer Memorial Prize, sponsored by the Alexander Bodini Foundation, for written media (including online media). The prize is for print and online coverage of the U.N. and U.N. agencies, named in honor of Elizabeth Neuffer, The Boston Globe bureau chief at the U.N., who died while on an assignment in Baghdad in 2003.
The Ricardo Ortega Memorial Prize, sponsored by the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, for broadcast (TV & Radio) media. The prize is for broadcast coverage of the U.N. and U.N. agencies, named in honor of Ricardo Ortega, formerly the New York correspondent for Antena 3 TV of Spain, who died while on an assignment in Haiti in 2004.
The Prince Albert II of Monaco and UNCA Global Prize for Climate Change. The prize is for print (including online media) and broadcast media (TV & Radio) for coverage of climate change, biodiversity, and water.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:

Coverage of the U.N. and U.N. agencies is specified in each category; the committee welcomes coverage of all issues particularly on the Sustainable Development Goals for 2030, peacekeeping operations and nonproliferation, including the elimination of nuclear, chemical and biological weapons.

Work in print, broadcast (TV & Radio) and online coverage must be published between September 2018 and August 2019.

The judges will look for entries with impact, insight and originality, and will consider the courage and investigative and reporting skills of the journalists. Special attention will be given to the originality of daily coverage and breaking news from U.N. Headquarters. Entries from the developing world media are particularly welcome.

Entries can be submitted in any of the official U.N. languages (English, French, Arabic, Chinese, Spanish, and Russian), however a written transcript in English or French is necessary to facilitate the judging process.

Each candidate can submit to no more than two (2) prize categories, with a maximum of three (3) stories in each. Joint entries are accepted.

Electronic files and web links uploaded to the online Entry Form are required.

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR ENTRY:

Entries are submitted online by completing the UNCA Awards Entry Form.

On the first page, please complete your personal information and upload your photo.
The following page is where you will submit your work electronically by uploading web links and/or files directly to the Entry Form.

** Electronic entries are mandatory **

All entries must be received by September 15^th, 2019

For Questions regarding UNCA Awards & entries please contact:
The UNCA Office, 1-212-963-7137.
Or send an email to [email protected]

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ENTRY FORM
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UNCA Awards Committee: Valeria Robecco (UNCA President), Giampaolo Pioli (Awards Chairman), ), Jianguo Ma (UNCA Second Vice President), Luke Vargas (UNCA Third Vice President), Seana Magee (UNCA Secretary), Tuyet Nguyen (Awards Selections Coordinator), Sherwin Bryce-Pease (UNCA Executive Member), Maria Khrenova (UNCA Executive Member), Betul Yuruk (UNCA Executive Member).

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Orlando Bravo Commits $100 Million to Bravo Family Foundation to Promote Entrepreneurship and Economic Development in Puerto Rico

May 16, 2019

SAN FRANCISCO and MAYAGÜEZ, Puerto Rico, May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Orlando Bravo, managing partner of private equity firm Thoma Bravo and founder of the Bravo Family Foundation, today announced he will personally contribute $100 million to his foundation to promote entrepreneurship and economic development in Puerto Rico, where Bravo was raised, and his family still lives.

Bravo will leverage his financial resources and professional relationships – including access to Thoma Bravo’s global network of investors, companies and senior executives – to establish, in perpetuity, on-the-ground initiatives focused on encouraging young entrepreneurs in Puerto Rico. Initial support will be dedicated to the Rising Entrepreneurs program. The Bravo Family Foundation has offices in San Francisco and Puerto Rico.

Puerto Rico’s residents are plagued by narrow financial support and insufficient resources to create and sustain new business ventures, resulting in limited economic mobility and reinforcing a cycle of poverty, which was exacerbated by the devastating effects of Hurricane Maria. Bravo knows from personal experience that local entrepreneurial talent is being forced to find opportunities off the island. The poverty rate in Puerto Rico is 44%, compared to the national U.S. average of 14%. Puerto Rico ranks fifth among 187 countries in terms of income inequality, according to a 2016 study conducted by the United Nations. Bravo’s gift is dedicated to creating a more just society in Puerto Rico, in which youths of all socioeconomic backgrounds have access to personal growth and economic development opportunities.

“We want to foster entrepreneurship in individuals, particularly on the western coast of Puerto Rico where I grew up. I see the innate talent, skills and vitality of so many young people who thirst for opportunity but are held back by poverty and debilitating macroeconomic forces,” said Orlando Bravo. “Our objective is to fuse the talent and potential that abound in Puerto Rico with opportunity and hope. By identifying, funding and mentoring entrepreneurs, we will help lay the foundation for long-term economic success on the island.”

Bravo explained: “Our tactical, on-the-ground approach provides action-oriented entrepreneurs with genuine opportunities to help them attain their business goals, strengthen local communities and access a lifelong network of corporate mentors. Puerto Rico has a tremendous talent base and we are going to provide the funding, structure and support from Thoma Bravo volunteers and others in the business community. It will be a powerful combination.”

The Rising Entrepreneurs Program, launching in summer 2019, will support early to mid-stage tech entrepreneurs with the knowledge, access, and capital to create a more inclusive and sustainable ecosystem for tech companies in Puerto Rico. To promote business creation among recent graduates and young professionals of Puerto Rican heritage, living in or willing to move to Puerto Rico, the program will focus on tech service or product development and the fundamentals of how to run an effective business. The Foundation will invite annual applications in which those selected will receive a one-time seed grant, access to mentors and Bravo’s Mayagüez-based office hub throughout the 12-week curriculum and beyond, to get their business successfully launched.

“The devastating effects of Hurricane Maria are still being felt on the island a year and a half later. The median annual household income is $19,500, compared to a median income of $59,000 for the rest of the United States. And the extraordinarily high poverty rate is simply heartbreaking,” said Guiomar García Guerra, Executive Director of the Bravo Family Foundation. “There is a significant need for capital and mentorship. Orlando’s gift and personal involvement will create opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs and committed youth to achieve their full potential and help Puerto Rico rebound and thrive. This is a journey and we are in it for the long haul.”

In the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Maria, The Bravo Family Foundation, using a $10 million gift from Bravo, provided critical aid to isolated areas along Puerto Rico’s west coast, ultimately developing a supply chain model that ensured equipment and supplies were delivered directly to residents who were most in need. Bravo and his team deployed air and sea cargo operations to transport supplies to Puerto Rico.

About Orlando Bravo
Orlando Bravo is co-founder and managing partner of Thoma Bravo, a private equity firm. A pioneer in software investing, Bravo has spearheaded the firm’s strategy within the enterprise technology industry. He has led more than 200 acquisitions for the firm, representing more than $60 billion in enterprise value.

He is the founder of the Bravo Family Foundation and remains an active philanthropist and advisor dedicated to empowering the next generation. His $25 million gift to Brown University in April 2019 will establish two professorships and a center dedicated to economics research. Bravo serves on Brown University’s President’s Leadership Council and the UCSF Board of Overseers. He is a board member and founder of the Border Youth Tennis Exchange, a charitable organization created to enhance the lives of children and young adults on the U.S. – Mexico border.

Bravo was born in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico. He earned his JD from Stanford Law School, an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, and a BA in Economics and Political Science from Brown University.

About the Bravo Family Foundation
Guided by the belief that youths of all socioeconomic backgrounds have access to personal growth and economic development opportunities, the Bravo Family Foundation’s mission is to foster basic principles of social justice in Puerto Rico. Founded by Orlando Bravo, a native of Puerto Rico, and his wife Katy, the Foundation’s philanthropic efforts focus on individuals and groups who demonstrate strong leadership and a willingness to engage and grow along with the Foundation to achieve a shared set of goals. For more information visit www.bravofamilyfoundation.org

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Matthew Gorton
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MoneyGram Platform Now Connected to Consumer Bank Accounts in One of the Largest Remittance Markets

May 16, 2019

DALLAS, May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGI) announced a new partnership to provide consumers with enhanced choice and convenience in Bangladesh – one of the largest remittance receiver markets in the world. Jamuna Bank seamlessly integrated with the API-driven MoneyGram platform to provide consumers in Bangladesh the ability to receive money straight into their bank accounts.

“This partnership is another example of how MoneyGram continues to be focused on executing our strategy to deliver the industry’s best customer experience by providing unrivaled choice and convenience,” said MoneyGram Chairman and CEO Alex Holmes.

MoneyGram’s Chief Revenue Officer, Grant Lines, added: “As part of our Digital Transformation, MoneyGram has built a platform that is now connected to over 2 billion consumer bank accounts across the globe. Our exciting new partnership with Jamuna Bank will enable both parties to better serve our customers and grow together in the months and years ahead.”

Remittances contribute to over 5% of the country’s GDP, and they provide a critical source of funds to help pay for life’s daily needs such as food, healthcare, and education. MoneyGram is focused on providing the most secure, affordable, and convenient money transfer service in the industry to best serve the consumers in Bangladesh and around the world.

About MoneyGram International, Inc.

MoneyGram is a global leader in omnichannel money transfer and payment services that enables friends and family to safely, affordably, and conveniently send money for life’s daily needs in over 200 countries and territories.

The innovative MoneyGram platform leverages its leading digital and physical network, global financial settlement engine, cloud-based infrastructure with integrated APIs, and its unparalleled compliance program that leads the industry in protecting consumers.

For more information, please visit moneygram.com

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FlixLatino now available on Sling TV

May 16, 2019

MIAMI, May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Starting today, FlixLatino, the US Hispanic subscription video on demand (SVOD) service of SOMOS Next, will be available as an à la carte channel on Sling TV! A cutting-edge online platform, Sling TV combines linear channels with on-demand content for the Latino market of the United States and Puerto Rico. Sling TV customers will now have the option to purchase FlixLatino as a standalone channel or as an addition to Sling’s base subscription services, and will have direct access to the best selection of movies, series and documentaries in Spanish for the price of $3 per month.

The addition of FlixLatino to Sling TV will strengthen the platform’s current Spanish-language content offering, satisfying the entertainment needs of Spanish language speaking communities in the U.S. (a market characterized by high consumption of online services). “Streaming” options, very popular with the new generation, offer flexibility as to when and where to enjoy the content, usually at a lower price when compared to traditional pay television. The changing habits of technology have created these new segments, and FlixLatino is the best option for those seeking quality Spanish content.

Luis Guillermo Villanueva, COO of SOMOS Next, expressed his satisfaction: “By teaming up with Sling TV, FlixLatino continues to enhance the growth we have experienced since our launch, with this leading online entertainment service. We have high expectations for our service and for this launch. Our idea has always been to deliver the best selection of audio visual content in Spanish, in high-definition, at a very modest price. Our catalog represents the top of contemporary cinema originally produced in Spanish, together with prestigious series and interesting documentaries. Making it accessible and available from a technological perspective and price point is what our audience demands and deserves. In terms of technology and features, we compete with the best the market has to offer.”

About FlixLatino: FlixLatino is an SVOD service offering more than 250 movies, series and documentaries originally produced in Spanish. FlixLatino’s movie catalog consists of contemporary theatrical releases from Latin America and Spain, displayed in HD quality. The service refreshes titles monthly, with weekly premieres, and continuously add new content to cater to subscriber’s demands. Enjoy a world of Spanish- language entertainment at your fingertips.

About SOMOS Next: SOMOS Next LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of SOMOTV LLC, focused on the development and commercialization of audiovisual Spanish content in the online environment through all currently available windows. Its lineup includes a robust film library together with dynamic children programs among other genres. Its distribution is directed through the premium digital distributors taking advantage of their applications and other technologies, with access to platforms, mobile or fixed electronic devices.

Contact: Lucia Pineda, [email protected]

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SCAN Health Plan Honors Centenarians with the Launch of “stages: 100 Over 100”

May 16, 2019

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LONG BEACH, Calif., May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In honor of May’s Older Americans Month, SCAN Health Plan®, one of the nation’s largest not-for-profit Medicare Advantage health plans, today announced the launch of “stages: 100 Over 100,” a social media campaign that documents images and stories of seniors aged 100 and older. The digital docuseries spotlights SCAN’s centenarian members, and aims to raise awareness of older adults in our communities and break the stereotypes associated with aging.

“Seniors are at the heart of what we at SCAN do every day, and we wanted to create something that would bring that senior focus to the community at large,” said Chris Wing, CEO of SCAN Health Plan. “We hope stages can serve as a call to action of sorts. All of us know a senior who deserves our time and attention – perhaps use this as an opportunity to connect, share and learn from and with them.”

Unveiled to coincide with the annual observance of Older American’s Month and in recognition of the more than 80,000 centenarians living in America today, stages will feature digital portraits and stories from some of the health plan’s members who have reached the milestone of living to the age of 100 and beyond. The images and stories will be featured on SCAN’s social channels throughout 2019.

“We have more than 300 members who are 100 or older, so we thought they would be the perfect start for this series. They really bring to life the beauty and diversity in aging,” continued Wing. “SCAN is committed to ensuring older adults have access to services and resources to remain healthy and independent, and we’re very proud to help celebrate these remarkable seniors.”

SCAN is collaborating with Los Angeles-based photographer, Robert Duron, to capture the images and stories of the centenarians. With over 25 years of experience spanning editorial and corporate campaigns, Duron brings a unique visual storytelling ability to stages. For the centenarian portraits and behind-the-scenes interviews, Duron accompanies SCAN Senior Advocates as they visit as many of the plan’s centenarians as possible on their birthdays.

“I’m thrilled to be partnering with SCAN to elevate and recognize our seniors,” stated Duron. “The opportunity to publicly showcase portraits and stories of these unique and memorable people is a privilege.”

To learn more, please visit http://bit.ly/stages100over100, and follow the campaign on SCAN’s social media: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

About SCAN Health Plan
SCAN Health Plan is one of the nation’s largest not-for-profit Medicare Advantage plans, serving more than 200,000 members in California. Since its founding in 1977, SCAN has been a mission-driven organization dedicated to keeping seniors healthy and independent. Independence at Home, a SCAN community service, provides vitally needed services and support to seniors and their caregivers. SCAN also offers education programs, community funding, volunteer opportunities and other community services throughout our California service area. To learn more, visit scanhealthplan.com or facebook.com/scanhealthplan or follow us on Twitter @scanhealthplan.

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National Leaders to Discuss The New Mainstream Economy at L’ATTITUDE

May 16, 2019

SAN DIEGO, May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A world-class slate of CEOs, celebrities, economists, business leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, journalists, and politicians will discuss the economic opportunities in America being made possible by The New Mainstream Economy, as part of the second annual L’ATTITUDE event September 26 – 29 in San Diego, California.

Sol Trujillo, co-founder of L’ATTITUDE, notes that some of the country’s most influential people will be participating because they have already recognized how critical it is for everyone to understand our economy is being driven by U.S. Latinos, the youngest cohort representing nearly 1 in 5 Americans and accounting for over $2.13 Trillion in GDP, roughly the size of India.

That GDP figure will be updated in the release of the 2019 Latino GDP Report from the Latino Donor Collaborative (LDC). The event will also include an introduction of the first LDC Media Report, which will report on how many Latinos are in the new season TV shows and the top 25 movies of the season. This new feature of the event will include award recognition of those who are modeling media leadership in The New Mainstream Economy.

This four-day event includes 2020 Presidential Candidate Conversations; Match-up: Where LatinX Entrepreneurs and Capital Meet; Latinas with L’ATTITUDE: America’s New Economic Force; and the L’ATTITUDE Gala & Special Recognition.

Headliners who will be leading The New Mainstream Economy discussions, with more to be announced, include:

Oscar Munoz, CEO United Airlines
Mary Dillion, CEO Ulta Beauty
Mary Mack, Senior Executive Vice President Wells Fargo Consumer Banking
William Lewis, CEO Dow Jones & Co
Cesar Conde, Chairman NBC Universal International Group
Thaddeus Arroyo, CEO AT&T Business Systems
Guillermo Diaz, CIO Cisco
Indra Nooyi, Former CEO Pepsi (to be confirmed)
Ralph De La Vega, Business Executive
David Stockman, Former Director of the Office of Management and Budget
Carlos Gutierrez, Former US Secretary of Commerce
Al Cardenas, Lawyer & Political Strategist
Mike Fernandez, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist
Emilio Estefan, Entrepreneur & Entertainer
Robert Rodriguez, Filmmaker & Entrepreneur
Zoe Saldana, Actor & Entrepreneur
Eugenio Derbez, Actor, Comedian, Filmmaker
Ben Odell, Writer, Producer, Partner 3pas Studios
Tony Gonzalez, NFL Hall of Fame Player & Sports Analyst

The event will be covered live by CNBC and Telemundo, and reported on by the Wall Street Journal and Baron’s.

L’ATTITUDE will be hosted at San Diego’s Grand Hyatt. Registration information is available at www.lattitude.net.

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Luxury meets affordability with the FUSION Package from Forest Dental

May 16, 2019

MALVERN, Pennsylvania, May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — We are pleased to launch our new Fusion Equipment Package from Forest Dental. The Fusion equipment package emerges from the synthesis of two great brands, Forest Dental Equipment and DentalEZ® Equipment. The Fusion Package combines high quality electronics, hydraulics, bearings and surface treatments while staying focused on the elements of design and affordability. Visit ForestDental.com for information on Fusion Equipment.

The Fusion Operatory Package consists of a patient chair, dental unit, and light and is offered in both Pivot and Fixed with Sidebox Configurations. “We focus on the details, just as a dentist does,” notes Molly McKenzie, Director of Sales and Marketing for Forest Dental. “Our gap tolerances, fit and finish all provide our customers with a great look, design, unmatched quality and a great price point.”

Forest Dental was acquired by DentalEZ Integrated Solutions in late 2018. Forest continues to operate and manufacture equipment from their Hillsboro, Oregon location, including the new Fusion package. Forest has been an industry growth leader with extra attention to detail and quality, from tight tolerances between parts to durable finishes and metal components for maximum value. Visit ForestDental.com to learn more about Fusion Operatory Packages and Forest Dental’s full line of operatory equipment.

About DentalEZ^®
DentalEZ Integrated Solutions is committed to providing real solutions to everyday challenges in oral healthcare by uniquely combining innovation focused on simplification and efficiency in value-based products and outstanding customer service and support. DentalEZ manufactures a full line of products and well-known brands including StarDental^® Instruments, DentalEZ^® Equipment, Forest Dental, RAMVAC^® Utility, NevinLabs™ Workstations and Columbia Dentoform^® Teaching Solutions. For more information, please visit www.dentalez.com.

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“Have an Olive Day” Campaign Comes to Philadelphia With Prestigious Chef José Andrés

May 16, 2019

PHILADELPHIA, May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Philadelphia hosted a delectable event on May 15^th, “Have an Olive Day,” featuring the prestigious Spanish chef José Andrés, as the campaign’s brand ambassador. Chef Andrés has been twice named by TIME Magazine as one of its 100 Most Influential people. In its final year, this initiative is promoted by Olives from Spain, with the financial support of the European Union.

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This campaign has centered on celebrating the benefits and versatility of this tasty and healthy food – a natural source of antioxidant vitamin E and central element of the Mediterranean diet. As brand ambassador, José Andrés communicated to the media by not only telling but allowing them to taste the great quality dishes that can be created through the variety of European olives available. Chef Andrés is a great advocate of olives, due to his European origin, and he uses them in a variety of dishes as a star ingredient.

Travel + Leisure Magazine named Philadelphia the Best Food City on the East Coast in 2018, the birthplace of the United States continues to impress and excite the food scene. It makes a perfect stop to highlight one of the main products in gastronomy today and a place where consumers are looking for inspiration and culture in their cuisine. Other locations for “Have an Olive Day” have included Los Angeles, Miami, New York and Chicago.

The event was held in a premier location, The Versailles Residences roof deck and private resident space, at 16^th and Locust Street in Center City. There, the chef explained to the journalists the details of the campaign with several audiovisuals while he described the qualities of the olives. Varieties like Queen, Manzanilla or Stuffed with Pimiento that are admired in Europe were highlighted through a careful menu adapted to the delight of guests.

‘Ferran Adrià’ liquid Queen olives, Philly cheesesteak with Queen olives, and a Mediterranean rice with olives stuffed with Pimiento are just some of the original creations that were tasted.

Olives are more than a versatile food, they are an economic driver. The US is the world’s first consumer of table olives outside the EU; a market of 400 million euros per year.

About INTERACEITUNA and Olives from Spain

INTERACEITUNA is the Interprofessional Organization of Table Olives recognized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food that represents the whole sector for producing, processing and marketing table olives. Created to implement different programs and activities of general interest, INTERACEITUNA promotes knowledge of Spanish table olives and carries out research and development related to production and production techniques. INTERACEITUNA has partnered with the European Union to promote this product.

@HaveanOliveDay
haveanoliveday
www.haveanoliveday.eu

More information:

Gabriela Fernández
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Ginés Mena
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Beat the Crowds and Stick to Your Travel Budget This Summer

May 16, 2019

MIAMI, May 16, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — One of the biggest drawbacks of summer vacation travel is quite simply, dealing with too many other tourists. You want to have an epic summer getaway but you don’t want it to rival a trip to a theme park during peak season. With that in mind, Skyscanner.com, the global travel search engine, identified the busiest travel destinations during the summer months and curated great alternative, “underrated” destinations that give you all the flair without the flock, and are budget friendly too!

Skyscanner collated and analyzed data from its more than 60 million monthly users – both historic data as well as current search and booking trends for the upcoming summer season – to pinpoint the most popular destinations during June, July and August and worthy alternatives that won’t not only break the bank, but help travelers avoid the typical summer tourist traps. The result was a medley of domestic and international destinations that are not only unexpected but also under the radar, and let you fulfill your summer travel angst.

Las Vegas, NV vs. New Orleans, LA ($254) – Thanks to Mardi Gras, New Orleans has all the street cred it needs as a party destination. Yet this Louisiana hotspot sees less than a quarter of the visitors of Las Vegas during the summer.
London, England vs. Belfast, Ireland ($616) – During the summer months, London experiences its busiest season. Northern Ireland’s capital city is both beautifully modern and charmingly old school. Attend an open-air concert at the Titanic slipways or visit the museums dedicated to the ship in its birthplace. The Botanical Gardens here are well worth a visit.
New York, NY vs. Austin, TX ($273) – Along with New York’s monumental reputation comes massive crowds, especially in the summer. Austin, Texas on the other hand, is a lot cooler (and weirder) than it’s given credit for – visit the Cathedral of Junk, an underground oasis or checkout pro skee ball leagues in action.
Los Angeles, CA vs. Myrtle Beach, SC ($190) – With immaculate golden sands, the beaches at Myrtle Beach are the city’s main draw. Reminiscent of the Santa Monica Pier, one of the country’s tallest Ferris wheels sits atop the boardwalk of the beach town where more than 100 golf courses are nearby that accommodate skill levels from beginners to lifelong golfers.
Orlando, FL vs. Punta Gorda, FL ($189) – Punta Gorda is home to nearly as many activities and close to the same day-trip destinations as Orlando, but with way fewer people. Just north of Fort Myers, Punta Gorda sits on a beautiful harbor surrounded by state parks, and is home to museums and distilleries.
Paris, France vs. Strasbourg, France ($661) – Strasbourg is known for its adorable old town called “La Petite France” (Little France) built on the banks of winding canals. The towering Strasbourg Cathedral is admired worldwide for its stunningly detailed Gothic architecture.
Denver, CO vs. Moncton, Canada ($465) – Complete with all the outdoorsy vibes you could ever hope for, Moncton features some of the best seafood you can get your hands on. You can visit nearby natural beauties like Blomidon and explore the apple orchards, or watch the tide roll in at the Bay of Fundy.
Cancun, Mexico vs. Puerto Escondido, Mexico ($525) – The waters may look like the typical turquoise of the Caribbean, but this region of Mexico sees significantly fewer visitors than Cancun. At Puerto Escondido’s popular surf beach, Zicatella, you’ll find restaurants with international cuisine. On the other side of town, you’ll find a more laid back and local vibe, where beaches like Carrizillilo and Coral are perfect for swimming, surf lessons or blissful relaxation.
Bangkok, Thailand vs. Siem Riep, Cambodia ($763) – Tourists are often told to only spend a few days in Bangkok – not for lack of things to see and do, but because there’s almost too much. Siem Reap in neighboring Cambodia is much more laidback, and most tourists in Siem Reap are there to see the famous temples of ancient Angkor Wat.
Tokyo, Japan vs. Jeju, South Korea ($868) – Nicknamed “The Hawaii of South Korea,” Jeju has both luxury resorts and secluded natural oases. Hikeable volcanoes and forested national parks provide plenty of opportunity for adventure, as does the eclectic cuisine. The really brave can try the island’s famous live octopus.

*Prices listed above are valid as of May 16, 2019, and may not always be available.

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