Trucks Drive New Records and Acura Turns a Corner as American Honda Posts December Sales Increase

January 3, 2019

TORRANCE, California, Jan. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ —

American Honda			Honda			Acura
Total	Cars	Trucks	Total	Cars	Trucks	Total	Cars	Trucks
155,115	64,860	90,255	138,341	60,872	77,469	16,774	3,988	12,786
+3.9%	+3.6%	+4.1%	+3%	+4.2%	+2.1%	+11.4%	-4.5%	+17.5%

“In 2018, we took advantage of the continued consumer shift toward light-trucks, contributing to another record year for our Honda and Acura light-truck business,“ said Henio Arcangeli Jr., senior vice president of the American Honda Automobile Division. “In addition to our light-truck success, our passenger car business also delivered another strong year, with Civic retaining its crown in 2018 as the best-selling retail compact car in America for nine years running and Accord commanding the highest transaction prices in the midsize segment. We remain bullish on the passenger car business and look forward to another great year in 2019 across our entire Honda and Acura lineups.”

Honda			BRAND REPORT
Sales Highlights			Model Notes
Honda finished 2018 on a strong note with both cars and trucks gaining in December, overcoming over four months of lost production due to a flood that shut the Celaya, Mexico auto plant to narrowly miss a new annual sales mark. Truck sales set new monthly and annual records led by CR-V which set an all-time monthly record, with 42,079 units in December, a gain of 13.8%. Pilot set a new annual mark, eclipsing its previous record by over 7,000. Accord jumped a strong 29.4% on 28,627 in sales for the month. Electrified vehicle sales set new monthly and annual sales records with 6,899 December sales, the 6th straight month above 5,000 units.			Civic continues its dominance as the #1 retail car in America for a 3^rd straight year and 9th straight year as the compact retail #1.
			Honda Pilot was the fastest growing SUV in segment in 2018, helping deliver a 4^th straight year of record light truck sales to Honda.

Acura			BRAND REPORT
Sales Highlights			Model Notes
Acura was one of the few luxury brands to increase sales (+2.8%) in 2018, setting records for RDX and light trucks, leading to new market share and the brand’s first annual gain since 2014. Acura trucks set a new monthly sales record, gaining 17.5% on 12,786 units RDX gained 42.2% to set a new December mark on sales of 6,838 units, the model’s 7^th consecutive monthly record and second best month in history. MDX had December sales of 5,948 units, helping the model to its 7^th straight year of 50,000+ annual sales. ILX and RLX sedans gained in December, with ILX up 10.7% and RLX gaining 16.1% (its best month in 2018).			Heading into December, RDX was the #1 retail-selling model in segment in 2018, the #2 top-selling luxury SUV and the #3 top-selling model in all of luxury.
			ILX picked up more than 2 points of share in segment in 2018, while TLX outsold the BMW 3-Series, Audi A4 and key models from Lexus and Volvo.

	American Honda Vehicle Sales for December 2018
					Month-to-Date				Year-to-Date
					December 2018	December 2017	DSR** % Change	MoM % Change	December 2018	December 2017	DSR** % Change	YoY % Change
	American Honda Total				155,115	149,317	3.9%	3.9%	1,604,828	1,641,429	-2.5%	-2.2%
	Total Car Sales				64,860	62,577	3.6%	3.6%	728,695	800,979	-9.3%	-9.0%
	Total Truck Sales				90,255	86,740	4.1%	4.1%	876,133	840,450	3.9%	4.2%
	Honda			Total Car Sales	60,872	58,399	4.2%	4.2%	684,853	752,558	-9.3%	-9.0%
	Honda			Total Truck Sales	77,469	75,856	2.1%	2.1%	761,041	734,269	3.3%	3.6%
	Acura			Total Car Sales	3,988	4,178	-4.5%	-4.5%	43,842	48,421	-9.8%	-9.5%
	Acura			Total Truck Sales	12,786	10,884	17.5%	17.5%	115,092	106,181	8.0%	8.4%
	* Total Domestic Car Sales				51,918	55,307	-6.1%	-6.1%	600,195	682,968	-12.4%	-12.1%
			Honda Division		48,146	51,315	-6.2%	-6.2%	558,284	635,784	-12.5%	-12.2%
			Acura Division		3,772	3,992	-5.5%	-5.5%	41,911	47,184	-11.5%	-11.2%
	* Total Domestic Truck Sales				89,557	86,740	3.2%	3.2%	875,430	840,450	3.8%	4.2%
			Honda Division		76,771	75,856	1.2%	1.2%	760,338	734,269	3.2%	3.6%
			Acura Division		12,786	10,884	17.5%	17.5%	115,092	106,181	8.0%	8.4%
	Total Import Car Sales				12,942	7,270	78.0%	78.0%	128,500	118,011	8.5%	8.9%
			Honda Division		12,726	7,084	79.6%	79.6%	126,569	116,774	8.0%	8.4%
			Acura Division		216	186	16.1%	16.1%	1,931	1,237	55.6%	56.1%
	Total Import Truck Sales				698	0	0.0%	0.0%	703	0	0.0%	0.0%
			Honda Division		698	0	0.0%	0.0%	703	0	0.0%	0.0%
			Acura Division		0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	0	0.0%	0.0%
MODEL BREAKOUT BY DIVISION
	Honda Division Total				138,341	134,255	3.0%	3.0%	1,445,894	1,486,827	-3.1%	-2.8%
		ACCORD			28,627	22,115	29.4%	29.4%	291,071	322,655	-10.1%	-9.8%
		CIVIC			26,384	31,406	-16.0%	-16.0%	325,760	377,286	-13.9%	-13.7%
		CLARITY			2,857	1,425	100.5%	100.5%	20,174	2,455	719.1%	721.8%
		CR-Z			1	19	-94.7%	-94.7%	38	705	-94.6%	-94.6%
		FIT			768	3,434	-77.6%	-77.6%	35,300	49,454	-28.9%	-28.6%
		INSIGHT			2,235	0	0.0%	0.0%	12,510	3	415,541.7%	416,900.0%
		CROSSTOUR			0	0	0.0%	0.0%	0	5	-100.0%	-100.0%
		CR-V			42,079	36,983	13.8%	13.8%	379,013	377,895	-0.0%	0.3%
		HR-V			6,313	7,543	-16.3%	-16.3%	85,494	94,034	-9.4%	-9.1%
		ODYSSEY			10,512	9,874	6.5%	6.5%	106,327	100,307	5.7%	6.0%
		PILOT			15,698	18,602	-15.6%	-15.6%	159,615	127,279	25.0%	25.4%
		RIDGELINE			2,867	2,854	0.5%	0.5%	30,592	34,749	-12.2%	-12.0%
	Acura Division Total				16,774	15,062	11.4%	11.4%	158,934	154,602	2.5%	2.8%
		ILX			924	835	10.7%	10.7%	11,273	11,757	-4.4%	-4.1%
		NSX			17	56	-69.6%	-69.6%	170	581	-70.8%	-70.7%
		RLX / RL			216	186	16.1%	16.1%	1,931	1,237	55.6%	56.1%
		TLX			2,831	3,101	-8.7%	-8.7%	30,468	34,846	-12.8%	-12.6%
		MDX			5,948	6,076	-2.1%	-2.1%	51,512	54,886	-6.5%	-6.1%
		RDX			6,838	4,808	42.2%	42.2%	63,580	51,295	23.5%	23.9%
	Selling Days				26	26			307	306


	* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic & global sourced parts
	** Daily Selling Rate

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Mazda Reports December and Full Year 2018 Sales Results

January 3, 2019

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IRVINE, California, Jan. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total December sales of 25,870 vehicles, a decrease of 3.8 percent compared to December 2017. With 26 selling days in December 2018, compared to 26 the year prior, the company posted a decrease of 3.8 percent on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis.

Sales for 2018 totaled 300,325 vehicles an increase of 3.7 percent compared to 2017. There were 307 selling days in 2018, versus 306 in 2017, resulting in a full-year DSR increase of 3.4 percent.

KEY SALES NOTES:

While Mazda’s CX-line, including the CX-3, CX-5 and CX-9, saw December sales decline by 6.5 percent to 18,955 vehicles, total sales of the three crossover vehicles finished the year up 15.3 percent, with 195,778 vehicles sold in 2018.
Sales of the Mazda6 totaled 2,357 in December, an increase of 32.7 percent compared to 2017. Mazda6 sales for 2018 reached 30,938 vehicles, a decrease of 7.4 percent compared to 2017.
The Mazda MX-5 Miata finished December up 3.7 percent, with 511 vehicles sold, while full-year sales of the two-seat roadster totaled 8,971, a decrease of 20.6 percent compared to 2017.

Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported December sales of 6,055 vehicles, an increase of 8 percent compared to December last year. MMdM saw record-setting sales in 2018 totaling 58,105 vehicles, an increase of 7 percent compared to last year.

2018 was an exciting year for Mazda, with many developments in North America. Major announcements included:

The celebration of 50 million vehicles made in Japan
The launch of the “Feel Alive” Campaign
The announcement of Mazda’s electrification and connectivity strategies
The launch of the all-new Mazda3 at the Los Angeles Auto Show
The breaking ground of the Mazda Toyota Manufacturing Plant

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 nearly 700 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

	December	December	%	% MTD	December	December	%	% YTD
	2018	2017	Change	DSR	2018	2017	Change	DSR

Mazda3	5,277	5,669	(6.9)%	(6.9)%	64,638	75,018	(13.8)%	(14.1)%
Mazda6	2,357	1,776	32.7%	32.7%	30,938	33,402	(7.4)%	(7.7)%
MX-5 Miata	511	493	3.7%	3.7%	8,971	11,294	(20.6)%	(20.8)%
CX-3	1,144	1,582	(27.7)%	(27.7)%	16,899	16,355	3.3%	3.0%
CX-5	13,741	14,097	(2.5)%	(2.5)%	150,622	127,563	18.1%	17.7%
CX-9	2,840	3,276	(13.3)%	(13.3)%	28,257	25,828	9.4%	9.0%

Total Vehicles

CARS	8,145	7,938	2.6%	2.6%	104,547	119,724	(12.7)%	(13.0)%
TRUCKS	17,725	18,955	(6.5)%	(6.5)%	195,778	169,746	15.3%	15.0%

TOTAL	25,870	26,893	(3.8)%	(3.8)%	300,325	289,470	3.7%	3.4%


Selling Days	26	26			307	306

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RMUI Lowers Tuition for Thousands of Students, Ranking Among Illinois’ Most Affordable Private Colleges

January 3, 2019

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RMUI aims to continue to support its students along their educational journeys with its new graduate school tuition reduction program and increased need-based awards.

CHICAGO, Jan. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Robert Morris University Illinois (RMUI) is offering thousands of dollars in graduate school tuition savings along with more undergraduate scholarship money for high-need students. The move is a first of its kind for graduate tuition at RMUI.

The Speed Ahead graduate tuition reduction program reduces tuition by 30 percent across all graduate school programs. For undergrads, RMUI is giving more need-based financial aid to new students with family incomes under $60,000. The two initiatives will create more opportunities and fewer financial barriers.

“Now more than ever, it’s important that cost for college should only be a consideration, not a crippling factor,” RMUI President, Mablene Krueger said. “Our new cost-savings initiatives will ultimately increase our accessibility and affordability, so we can support a greater number of students along their educational journeys.”

The savings will begin in February 2019 for graduate students and July 2019 for undergraduate students. For example, an incoming MBA graduate student will save $14,000 during the course of their graduate degree. Qualifying undergrads may receive up to $39,000 toward a bachelor’s degree in need-based aid awards, depending on Estimated Family Contribution, which is determined by FASFA.

“This is exciting because you don’t typically see initiatives take place like this at the graduate level in higher education,” RMUI’s Dean of Graduate Studies Dr. Kayed Akkawi said. “This proves RMUI’s commitment to instilling next-level readiness for its graduate and undergraduate students. This is a big win for higher education and students who choose RMUI.”

RMUI is currently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the most diverse university in the Midwest. The accolade can be partially credited to RMUI’s already affordable programs, which attract a diverse pool of candidates. A large portion of RMUI’s population are first-generation students who typically lack the family income needed to fund their education. RMUI’s tuition reduction and revamped scholarship model are all the more critical given America’s $1.5 trillion student loan debt crisis.

“I want to pursue a graduate degree because it opens so many opportunities,” RMUI senior, Jordan S. said, who is a business management student. “I will be the first in my family to graduate from college, so financially, it’s really difficult [to obtain bachelor’s and master’s degrees], but I’m in a better position to get both with RMUI’s help.”

With seven campuses across Illinois, RMUI remains committed to providing an experienced-focused education based on real-world curriculum to help all students get ahead of the curve with fewer financial burdens. To learn more about RMUI, visit speedahead.robertmorris.edu.

ABOUT ROBERT MORRIS UNIVERSITY ILLINOIS:
Robert Morris University Illinois is an independent, not-for-profit, multi-location institution offering associate, baccalaureate, and graduate degree programs serving 3,500 students. Robert Morris University Illinois prepares students to be practitioners in their chosen fields, socially responsible to their communities and a foundation for their families. For more information, visit www.robertmorris.edu.

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Olives from Spain, ‘Small’ Allies to Include the Mediterranean Diet in 2019

January 3, 2019

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NEW YORK, Jan. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Olives are a nutritious, tasty and versatile food that transports us to the Mediterranean. After the usual excesses and copious meals of each Holiday season, Olives from Spain invites consumers to include this ingredient in the New Year to maintain a healthy and light diet.

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This fruit is capable of transforming boring dishes in original elaborations with an endless number of nuances even for the most demanding palates, since olives have the four basic flavors: acid, bitter, sweet and salty. In addition, 15 grams (five units) of olives -produced mostly in the Mediterranean countries of Europe– barely have 37 calories.

Table olives are also a natural source of vitamin E, without forgetting the tradition that surrounds this millennial ingredient of the Mediterranean Diet (Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity). Manzanilla, Hojiblanca, Queen, stuffed with Pimiento. Versatility is another of its attributes and it can be found in many varieties and formats: whole olives, sliced, pitted, stuffed and with hundreds of dressings.

Light and delicious recipes

Olives from Spain have delivered three delicious dishes to enjoy throughout this New Year 2019 using this food:

TURKEY WRAP WITH OLIVES
https://www.haveanoliveday.eu/index.php/videorecipes/sandwiches-wraps-and-burgers/159-turkey-wrap-with-olives
ROASTED PEPPERS, POTATOES AND OLIVES SALAD
https://www.haveanoliveday.eu/index.php/videorecipes/salad/158-roasted-peppers-potatoes-and-olives-salad
FISH WITH OLIVES RELISH
https://www.haveanoliveday.eu/index.php/videorecipes/latin-food/152-fish-with-olives

About INTERACEITUNA and Olives from Spain

INTERACEITUNA is the Interprofessional Organization of Table Olive recognized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food and Environment that represents the whole sector 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.

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“Cara a Cala,” Ismael Cala’s weekly interview show, is back

January 2, 2019

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Oscar D’León, the world’s leading sonero, will be the first guest. Available on YouTube beginning January 3, and soon afterwards on affiliated stations.

MIAMI, Jan. 2, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The new season of Cara a Cala (‘Face to face with Cala’), Ismael Cala’s weekly interview show, will premiere on Thursday, January 3 via YouTube with a very special guest: Venezuelan Oscar D’León.

“Now I’m resuming my role as a communicator, and I’m going back to the television screen in a different and innovative format. This new season of Cara a Cala, in the best late-night show tradition, will be characterized by an inquisitive mischievousness that will transform this interview series into a profound conversation. It’s a program of intimate, moving and in-depth interviews, though very entertaining at the same time,” notes Ismael.

Each week a new Cara a Cala will air as a showcase for ordinary people with extraordinary lives. The schedule for January will feature:

-January 3: Oscar D’León, Venezuelan musician
-January 10: Chiky Bom Bom, social media queen
-January 17: Dr. Guillermo Bello, chiropractic physician
-January 24: Alexis Valdés, Cuban comedian
-January 31: Ismael Cala will answer questions posed by Lorena Susso

Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ismaelcala

ABOUT ISMAEL CALA

A life and business strategist, for five and a half years Ismael Cala was the host of CALA during prime time on CNN en Español. A businessman and social entrepreneur. Author of eight bestsellers on themes of leadership, entrepreneurship and personal development, including El poder de escuchar (‘The power of listening’), and Despierta con Cala (‘Wake up with Cala’). Cala was born in Santiago de Cuba in 1969, and holds a degree in Art History from Oriente University. He is the co-author of the book “Beat the Curve,” with Brian Tracy. He graduated from the School of Communication at York University in Toronto, and has a diploma from Seneca College in Television Production. He is President and founder of the Cala Enterprises Corporation and the Ismael Cala Foundation.

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George A. Williams, M.D., Begins Term as 2019 President of the American Academy of Ophthalmology

January 1, 2019

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SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — George A. Williams, M.D, today begins his term as the 123rd president of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Williams, a retina specialist, was elected by the Academy’s community of 32,000 ophthalmologists in recognition of his scientific leadership and his deep commitment to advocating for improved patient care and reduced regulatory burdens. He will hold the office for one year.

Dr. Williams previously served on Academy education and health policy committees, as Secretary for Federal Affairs, and as an Academy Trustee-at-Large. Throughout his service, Dr. Williams has brought authority and passion to the Academy’s patient-centered approach to healthcare legislation and policy. As a result, Dr. Williams is sought after by federal officials for his ability to explain how policies affect the patient-physician relationship and pathways to care.

In 2018, he testified before the U.S. House of Representatives’ Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee about ophthalmology’s critical need to access compounded treatments. The government dropped its controversial policy, in part due to Dr. Williams’ testimony. He regularly leads meetings with Medicare’s highest-ranking policymakers to discuss reimbursement and regulatory issues.

“The future of ophthalmology has never been more promising or challenging,” said Dr. Williams. “As health care consumes an increasing proportion of our economy, there is consensus that new models of health care delivery are required for a transition to value-based care. While everyone agrees with this principle, the devil is in the details. I will continue to do all that I can to ensure new proposals are patient-centered and medically sound.”

Dr. Williams is Department of Ophthalmology chair and director of the Beaumont Eye Institute at Beaumont Health in Royal Oak, Michigan. He is also professor and Chair of Ophthalmology at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine and a partner with Associated Retinal Consultants. Dr. Williams has published more than 250 articles and book chapters in the field of vitreoretinal surgery. He has participated as principal investigator or co-investigator in more than 20 clinical trials sponsored by the National Eye Institute and industry.

He is a recipient of the Academy’s Special Recognition Award, the Secretariat Award, and the Lifetime Achievement Award. An Alpha Omega Alpha graduate of Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, he completed his ophthalmology residency and fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the Eye Institute of the Medical College of Wisconsin.

About the American Academy of Ophthalmology

The American Academy of Ophthalmology is the world’s largest association of eye physicians and surgeons. A global community of 32,000 medical doctors, we protect sight and empower lives by setting the standards for ophthalmic education and advocating for our patients and the public. We innovate to advance our profession and to ensure the delivery of the highest-quality eye care. Our EyeSmart^® program provides the public with the most trusted information about eye health. For more information, visit aao.org.

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(Español) La empresaria Nancy Clara, Directora de la Argentine American Chamber of Commerce of Florida, hace balance del 2018, “el año empezó con cambios y terminó consolidándose las alianzas efectuadas y orgullosa de haber sido premiada por mis colegas periodistas”

December 31, 2018

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El Presidente de la Cámara de Comercio Argentina Americana Luis Cariola, junto a los Directores Nancy Clara y Marcelo Bottini en la firma del acuerdo entre las Cámaras de Comercio hispanas y CAMACOL mediante su Presidenta Mercy Saladrigas – Premios 2018 otorgados a la periodista

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Cal/OSHA Cites Cannabis Company for Safety Violations Following Explosion that Burned Employee

December 31, 2018

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FREMONT, California, Dec. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Cal/OSHA has cited a manufacturer of cannabis products for multiple serious safety violations following an explosion that seriously injured a worker.

On June 19, an employee of Future2 Labs Health Services was working alone inside a 128-square-foot portable storage container in Watsonville, using propane to extract oil from cannabis leaves. The propane ignited and exploded, badly burning the worker. He was hospitalized for several days.

During the investigation, Cal/OSHA learned the employer did not test the atmosphere inside the storage container for flammable gases or vapors before allowing equipment to be operated. The equipment created a spark that ignited the propane gas where the employee was working.

“The process of using a highly flammable gas to extract oil from cannabis leaves is dangerous,” said Cal/OSHA Chief Juliann Sum. “To prevent injuries and mitigate risk, employers in the cannabis industry must establish and implement an effective Injury and Illness Prevention Program, provide effective training to their employees and comply with safety and health standards.”

Cal/OSHA cited Santa Cruz-based Future2 Health Services $50,470 in proposed penalties for 10 violations. The citations include three regulatory, four general and three serious accident-related violations. The serious accident-related violations were cited for the employer’s failure to:

Protect workers around flammable vapors
Identify hazards and provide personal protective equipment
Maintain equipment in a safe operating condition.

The other citations were issued for violations related to inadequate training, failing to establish an emergency action plan and a hazard communication program. Future2 Labs Health Services also failed to report a serious workplace injury to Cal/OSHA.

Cal/OSHA’s Cannabis Industry Health and Safety webpage provides helpful information to employers and workers. Workers in the cannabis industry, including those in cultivation, distribution, retail, testing and manufacturing, are exposed to hazards covered under existing Cal/OSHA regulations.

A violation is classified as serious when there is a realistic possibility that death or serious harm could result from the actual hazard created by the violation. Violations are classified as accident-related when the injury, illness or fatality is caused by the violation.

Cal/OSHA helps protect workers from health and safety hazards on the job in almost every workplace in California. Cal/OSHA’s Consultation Services Branch provides free and voluntary assistance to employers to improve their health and safety programs. Employers should call (800) 963-9424 for assistance from Cal/OSHA Consultation Services.

Employees with work-related questions or complaints may contact DIR’s Call Center in English or Spanish at 844-LABOR-DIR (844-522-6734). The California Workers’ Information line at 866-924-9757 provides recorded information in English and Spanish on a variety of work-related topics. Complaints can also be filed confidentially with Cal/OSHA district offices.

Members of the press may contact Peter Melton or Lucas Brown at (510) 286-1161, and are encouraged to subscribe to get email alerts on DIR’s press releases or other departmental updates.

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Newly Funded Partner Agencies Implement Early Intervention Program to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes Among Hispanics

December 27, 2018

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 27, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Jane Delgado, Ph.D., M.S., President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (Alliance) today announced renewal and expansion of the Alliance’s Let’s Prevent Diabetes Program that works with community-based organizations to respond to the diabetes crisis facing our nation’s Hispanic population.

“In the past year, the Alliance has worked with five local communities around the country to demonstrate how a structured intervention program with lifestyle coaching as its centerpiece can help Hispanics address their pre-diabetes and prevent progression to type 2 diabetes,” said Dr. Delgado.

She added: “In recognition of our successes, through a partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), we are expanding this program to two additional cities, so we can help more Hispanic men and women address this health challenge.”

About 38% of Hispanic adults are pre-diabetic, representing more than 13 million people. Delaying or preventing diabetes in these individuals represents a critical public health challenge, as well as an opportunity to reduce the costs of health care and lower the projected incidence of disability in America.

“This program has motivated me to stay physically active,” observed Maria, a participant in the program in Salinas, CA. “I have learned to take control of my food intake and physical activity. This program has also helped my kids and family.”

CDC’s National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) is designed to make it easier for people with prediabetes to participate in evidence-based, affordable, and high-quality lifestyle change programs to reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes and improve their overall health. Participants in the year-long program work with a lifestyle coach who follow CDC’s Prevent T2 curriculum and share their experiences with a peer group of individuals striving to make healthy lifestyle changes to avoid a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes.

Current community-based partner organizations implementing Lifestyle Change Programs with the Alliance to prevent diabetes are located in Salinas, CA; Kissimmee/Orlando, FL; Bellevue/Omaha, NE; El Paso, TX; and, Pasco/Walla Walla, WA. New partners in San Diego, CA and Brownsville, TX are launching their programs in January 2019.

For more information about pre-diabetes, go to CDC diabetes basics: prediabetes. For details about CDC’s National Diabetes Prevention Program, go to CDC diabetes prevention lifestyle program.

About the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (The Alliance). The Alliance is the nation’s foremost science-based source of information and trusted advocate for the best health for all. For interested media, the Alliance can provide case studies, as well as trainers and participants who can tell their own story. For more information, about the Alliance please visit https://www.healthyamericas.org or call the Alliance’s Su Familia National Hispanic Family Health Helpline at 1-866-783-2645.

SOURCE National Alliance for Hispanic Health

Special Three Kings’ Day Fatherhood Event

December 27, 2018

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SACRAMENTO, California, Dec. 27, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Sacramento R3 Academy Fatherhood program is hosting a Three Kings’ Day event on Friday, January 4, to help Hispanic fathers celebrate a cherished holiday tradition with their children. The event will take place at La Familia’s Maple Neighborhood Center from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Fathers will enjoy a special time with their kids experiencing the rich heritage of this day, including traditional food (“rocas de reyes”), games (the “Valero”), crafts, and a toy give-away, sponsored by Toys for Tots through the U.S. Marines.

The R3 Academy offers Fatherhood programs through a Federal grant, teaching parenting, financial-management, and job-search skills. “These skills empower Hispanic dads,” says R3 Academy Director Edixon Martinez. “The role of a Latino father in the U.S. has changed, and learning communication and problem-solving skills helps these dads address the challenges they encounter.”

One example is many Hispanic fathers living in the U.S. fear their children won’t experience the Three Kings’ Day festivities of their youth. “I want my kids to know and love their heritage, like I do,” says R3 Academy participant Fernando. “But, I really didn’t know how to be a Hispanic dad to California kids! The R3 Academy has taught me a lot and my kids see a difference in me. And, they’re more open to learning about our cultural traditions, and that means a lot.”

The hundreds of fathers taught by Martinez over the past three years have “learned skills to bond with their kids, listen, resolve conflicts, and discipline without screaming or using ‘el cinto’ [the belt]. I love seeing dads like Francisco experience new levels of connection with their kids.”

He also is excited that R3 Academy graduates are helping with this Three Kings’ Day event. “These guys are enthusiastic about civic volunteering as an example for their kids. And this will be a special day of fun for everyone.”

Event location: 3301 37th Ave, Sacramento, CA 95824

The R3 Academy teaches fathers skills for strengthening the 3 Rs in his life: his relationship with his kids, with his partner/co-parent, and at work. R3 Academy programs are presented by Healthy Relationships California through funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, Grant # 90FK0108. www.RelationshipsCA.org

SOURCE Healthy Relationships California