“Leonardo da Vinci: 500 Years Of Genius” Coming To Denver

December 7, 2018

DENVER, Dec. 7, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Inventor, artist, scientist, anatomist, engineer, architect, sculptor, philosopher. Although Leonardo da Vinci died in 1519, his influence has endured. His extraordinary legacy comes to life in the exhibition “Leonardo da Vinci: 500 Years of Genius,” opening at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science on March 1, 2019. The exhibition is presented in Denver by the Sturm Family Foundation.

The experience shows why the ultimate Renaissance man remains an inspiration for the ages. Museum guests will be introduced to Leonardo through replicas of his codices that were carefully re-created in Italy. These famous books of notes and sketches remain the primary insight to his genius. The organizers of the exhibition, Grande Exhibitions of Australia, in collaboration with Italian artisans, built some of Leonardo’s inventions using his detailed concepts.

As guests examine more than 70 models, they will see how Leonardo’s fundamental scientific and artistic principles continue to impact the world today. Leonardo’s inspiration laid the groundwork for many machines and devices, including the helicopter, airplane, automobile, submarine, parachute, SCUBA gear and military tank.

Leonardo had a passion for understanding the human body and incorporating his insights into his drawings and paintings. The exhibition features prints of Leonardo’s artwork and the exclusive “Secrets of Mona Lisa,” an analysis of the iconic painting conducted at the Louvre by scientific engineer and photographer Pascal Cotte. The display includes unique super-magnified examinations and the only 360-degree replica ever made of Mona Lisa.

Guests will also be immersed in Leonardo’s works through a multisensory cinematic experience using Grande Exhibitions’ state-of-the-art SENSORY4 technology. High-definition motion graphics and surround sound, combined with authentic photography and video footage, saturate the gallery in a breathtaking display of the codices, computer-generated imagery, and art. In addition, guests can test a Leonardo-inspired catapult and create their own codex page with a self-portrait or still life. The Museum’s historical enactors will also be on hand, to present characters who bring a personal perspective to the story of Leonardo.

Timed tickets will be required and advance reservations strongly encouraged. Public tickets go on sale Feb. 4, 2019 at dmns.org/davinci or 303.370.6000.

The experience has been developed by Grande Exhibitions and Pascal Cotte.

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Rio And Soul Named Best Buy Winners By Consumer Guide Automotive

December 6, 2018

IRVINE, California, Dec. 6, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Kia Motors America (KMA) is pleased to announce that the Rio and Soul have been named 2019 Consumer Guide^® Automotive Best Buy Award winners.

“Kia’s two 2019 Best Buy Awards demonstrate the brand’s ability to build high-value vehicles that offer car buyers levels of comfort and refinement that are generally found in more-expensive offerings,” says Tom Appel, Publisher, Consumer Guide^® Automotive. “The Kia Soul earns our Best Buy honors primarily for its excellent passenger and cargo accommodations and its value pricing and the Kia Rio warrants our Best Buy honors for its impressive value and refinement for the price. Rio is one of the best-riding and quietest vehicles in its class.”

According to Appel, Consumer Guide editors log more than 100,000 miles every year evaluating vehicles and use objective criteria such as price, features, performance, accommodations, fuel economy, reliability records, and resale value, to assess each vehicle in real-world driving experiences.

“It’s always rewarding for Kia and its employees when any of our vehicles receives an award,” says Orth Hedrick, executive director of Car Planning and Telematics, KMA. “But it’s doubly gratifying when it’s two vehicles, this time Rio and Soul, and even better when we’re recognized by a respected publication like Consumer Guide.”

For more information on the award, visit http://consumerguide.com/best-buys/2019-kia-rio/ and http://consumerguide.com/best-buys/2019-kia-soul/

About Kia Motors America

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America continues to top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands and 50 Best Global Green Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and LPGA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly built in West Point, Georgia.*

For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com. To receive custom www.kiamedia.com/us/en/newsalert.

* The Sorento and Optima GDI (EX, SX & Limited and certain LX Trims only) are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts

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Alma Emprendedora Magazine Hosted a Successful Soirée for Women Entrepreneurs in NYC

December 6, 2018

Gino Ginocchio, Natacha Ginocchio, Angela Garcia-Moreno and Waldo Tejada at the "Pitch your Story" Happy Hour and Networking Soirée at the Room Mate Grace Hotel in New York City.

NEW YORK, Dec. 6, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In the chic Room Mate Grace Hotel in New York City, women entrepreneurs had a night to themselves. A group of thriving women had the opportunity to pitch their stories in an intimate but glamorous networking event organized by Alma Emprendedora Magazine.

Natacha Ginocchio, the magazine’s Editor-in-Chief, took the main stage and spoke about the core value of the magazine. Ever since Alma Emprendedora was created four years ago, its main goal has been to inspire and empower the entrepreneur women around the world to succeed in a variety of aspects of her life. The magazine features inspiring stories about powerful women, but it also talks about health, beauty, fashion, travel and other important topics for women.

Between loud laughs, cocktails and cheese, recognized business women Deyanira Martínez, author and content creator, and other personalities were able to share helpful advice.

“Soirées like this one will continue in areas like New Jersey, Brooklyn and Westchester,” said Natacha Ginocchio. “Because there are lots of successful women that are doing so much, and they just can’t go unnoticed. We simply need to go to them,” she added.

It was an event where attendees left with a thing or two in a night to remember.

Special thanks to Enjoy Cuba for making the night possible, and to the Room Mate Grace Hotel for hosting such a magnificent night.

To view images from the event visit Alma Emprendedora Facebook Page.

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(Español) La CPSC y el NIST se asocian para mostrar los peligros al decorar en esta temporada de fiestas

December 6, 2018

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is an independent federal agency created by Congress in 1973 and charged with protecting the American public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from more than 15,000 types of consumer products under the agency's jurisdiction. To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call the CPSC hotline at 1-800-638-2772, or visit http://www.saferproducts.gov. Further recall information is available at http://www.cpsc.gov.

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Honda Pilot Announced as Featured Vehicle for the Driveway of the Highly Coveted HGTV Dream Home 2019

December 6, 2018

TORRANCE, California, Dec. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Honda is set to return for the third consecutive year as the exclusive automotive sponsor of the HGTV® Dream Home Giveaway 2019 in the Rocky Mountains resort town of Whitefish, Montana. The total grand prize package is the greatest in HGTV giveaway history, valued at more than $2.3 million. The package includes the HGTV Dream Home 2019 including all furnishings, the redesigned 2019 Honda Pilot Elite, and a cash prize of $250,000 that will be given away to one lucky winner in April 2019.

The redesigned Honda Pilot Elite will be integrated into the HGTV Dream Home 2019 television special on January 1, 2019, which showcases the construction and design of the home. Honda will produce a 30-second custom vignette showcasing the Pilot and invite viewers to enter the sweepstakes for their chance to win the HGTV Dream Home Giveaway 2019 (HGTV.com/HGTVDreamHome). The creative concept for the vignette showcases how both the HGTV Dream Home 2019 and the Pilot are built for families that enjoy different types of adventure – be it family life in the cozy living room or a journey outdoors for some scenic camping. Wherever the road may lead, the 2019 Honda Pilot and HGTV Dream Home 2019 has it covered!

“The Pilot is the ultimate family vehicle, and with upgraded styling and capability it is more than ready for the different types of terrain and all-weather driving on the mountain roads of Whitefish, Montana,” said Susie Rossick, Assistant Vice President of Honda Automotive Marketing. “We can’t wait to see one lucky person’s dream come true when they win the HGTV Dream Home Giveaway 2019.”

HGTV Dream Home 2019 in Whitefish, Montana
The new, fully furnished home leads the prize package valued at more than $2.3 million – the largest giveaway in HGTV history. Constructed with the finest materials, reclaimed historical resources, and timber frame architecture characteristic to the area, the home was conceived by Timber Forge Design, built by Malmquist Construction, and designed by Brian Patrick Flynn. The sneak peek at this striking, lodge-style retreat is now available at HGTV.com/HGTVDreamHome.

The approximately 3,650-square-foot house is situated on the edge of Glacier National Park with breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains and Whitefish Lake in Montana’s renowned Flathead Valley. Designed to cater to both an active lifestyle and big doses of relaxing fireside chats relaxing and entertaining, HGTV Dream Home 2019 can best be described as “mountain modern.”

Packed with custom touches and local craftsmanship, the three-bedroom, three-and-a-half bath retreat boasts a great room with floor-to-ceiling accordion windows that open to an expansive outdoor living area. An upper deck and lower patio provide dining and lounging areas, grill, fireplace, and Scandinavian hot tub, all near a private entry to the Big Mountain ski slopes. Back inside, other notable features include a large mudroom essential for Montana living, a cozy pet nook, bunk room, and a “lodge” for hanging out with friends.

The official entry period for the HGTV Dream Home Giveaway 2019 will run from Friday, December 28, 2018 through Monday, February 18, 2019. Eligible viewers can visit HGTV.com for full details and the official rules.

Viewers can catch the DIY Behind the Build: HGTV Dream Home 2019 special chronicling the home’s build process, which premieres Saturday, December 29,2018 at 11 p.m. ET on DIY Network, as well as the HGTV Dream Home 2019 Special, which airs Tuesday, January 1, 2019 at 8 p.m. ET on HGTV.

The 2019 Honda Pilot
The 2019 Pilot brings a long list of upgrades to Honda’s award-winning 8-seat SUV, including: more aggressive exterior styling, an available new hands-free access power tailgate, powertrain refinements, major upgrades to available connected-car technology, an available new Display Audio touchscreen system with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ integration, and a volume knob. The 2019 Pilot also adopts the Honda Sensing® suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technology as standard on all trims.

Combined, the upgrades to Pilot for the 2019 model reinforce its capabilities while emphasizing the state-of-the-art technology and family-friendly character that has made it one of the most popular midsize 3-row SUVs. Pilot also remains one of the few models in its segment to offer 8 seats (7-seats with the optional second-row Captain’s Chairs), with three-person capacity in both the second and third rows, and with third row access made simple and easy by the available One-Touch Walk-In feature.

The 2019 Pilot’s more aggressive front and rear styling compliment the vehicle’s robust off-road and all-weather driving capabilities, supported by Honda’s available intelligent Variable Torque Management system (i-VTM4) with true torque-vectoring. The benefits from this technology include superior all-weather handling, and neutral, accurate steering under power.

For more information on the Honda Pilot and HGTV Dream Home 2019 visit: automobiles.honda.com/pilot and HGTV.com/HGTVDreamHome.

About Honda
Honda offers a full line of reliable, fuel-efficient and fun-to-drive vehicles with advanced safety technologies sold through over 1,000 independent U.S. Honda dealers. The Honda lineup includes the Fit, Civic, Insight, Accord and Clarity series passenger cars, along with the HR-V, CR-V and Pilot sport utility vehicles, the Ridgeline pickup and the Odyssey minivan.

Honda has been producing automobiles in America for more than 36 years and currently operates 19 major manufacturing facilities in North America. In 2017, more than 90 percent of all Honda brand vehicles sold in the U.S. were made in North America, using domestic and globally sourced parts.

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Martin F. Roper Joins Fintech’s Board of Directors

December 6, 2018

TAMPA, Fla., Dec. 6, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Financial Information Technologies, LLC (Fintech) announced today that Martin F. Roper has accepted a position on the Board of Directors. As a member of the board, Martin will provide oversight to the corporate leadership team and act on behalf of the shareholders to assist with important policy decisions.

“I am proud to accept this position and join the Board of Directors for Fintech,” Martin stated. “The combined passion and abilities of the board and Fintech’s leadership will continue to create special opportunities for this company.”

With over 20 years of combined experience as CEO and COO of Boston Beer Company, Martin brings industry expertise and strategic guidance to support Fintech’s mission of providing superior products and services to the beverage alcohol industry. Under Martin’s direction, the masterful brewing company behind Sam Adams, Angry Orchard Cider, Twisted Tea, and Truly Spiked and Sparkling brands, quadrupled revenue and solidified the company’s position as a market leader in innovation, and wholesaler and retailer services.

“We’re honored to have Martin join our team of directors here at Fintech. His perspective is extremely valuable, and we’re confident he’ll provide the direction and insight we need to continue our growth within the industry,” said Fintech’s President, Tad Phelps.

Martin holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and two Master’s Degrees in Engineering and Business Administration from University of Cambridge and Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration, respectively. Prior work experience includes SteelWorks, Inc., Blocksom & Company and the Boston Consulting Group.

About Fintech

Fintech, the leading solutions provider for beverage alcohol management, and regulatory information resource, offers a OneSource® solution with a suite of profit-building products and services for alcohol distributors and retailers.

With decades of industry experience offering unwavering dependability and trust, Fintech empowers users with information to increase margins and maximize operating efficiencies within their beverage alcohol category. By anticipating client needs, nurturing relationships, and growing partnerships within the industry, Fintech continues to deliver cutting-edge, strategic solutions that range from purchase order management, reconciliation, and data reporting, to pricing and promotion communication, payment compliance adherence, and regulatory resource connectivity.

Working with more than 3,600 alcohol distributors nationwide, Fintech links distributors to alcohol retailers, and manages data transformation for over 525,000 relationships, adding thousands of connections every month. For more information on how Fintech can better your business, visit our website and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Contact: Misha Hart, 800.572.0854 x 3827, [email protected]
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Post Offices Will Be Closed Christmas Day, Tuesday, Dec. 25 and New Year’s Day, Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019

December 6, 2018

WASHINGTON, Dec. 6, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Post Offices nationwide will be closed on Christmas Day, Tuesday, Dec. 25 and New Year’s Day, Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019. All Post Offices will be open and regular mail delivery will resume after the holidays on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2.

Some Post Offices may have extended hours leading up to the holidays, and limited hours on Christmas Eve, Monday, Dec. 24.

New Year’s Eve, Monday, Dec. 31, Post Offices will be open during regular business hours. Customers should always check with their local Post Offices for hours of operation.

Blue collection boxes with final collection times before 12 p.m. (noon) will not be affected by early closing on Dec. 24. If a box has a final collection time after 12 p.m., its mail may be picked up earlier. For mail pickup on Dec. 24, please put your mail into blue collection boxes by noon regardless of the final collection times posted on the box. As a reminder, blue collection boxes are not serviced on Sundays.

Customers who have items to mail after the scheduled pick-up times on Dec. 24 should visit the Postal Locator on tools.usps.com to find local Post Offices which may be open late.

The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

Please Note: For U.S. Postal Service media resources, including broadcast quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube Channel, like us on Facebook and enjoy our Postal Posts blog. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com.

More USPS holiday news, including shipping deadlines and Santa mail, can be found at usps.com/holidaynews.

For reporters interested in speaking with a regional Postal Service public relations professional, please go to about.usps.com/news/media-contacts/usps-local-media-contacts.pdf.

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L’Oréal Paris Honors Extraordinary Women of Worth at 13th Annual Celebration; Christy Silva of Aidan’s Heart Foundation Named National Honoree and Jaha Dukureh of Safe Hands for Girls Honored as 2018 Karen T. Fondu Impact Award Winner

December 6, 2018

NEW YORK, Dec. 6, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — L’Oréal Paris celebrated 10 women selflessly making an extraordinary difference in the world at the 13^th annual Women of Worth event last night. Inspired by the L’Oréal Paris tagline, “Because You’re Worth It,” Women of Worth honors the intrinsic beauty and worth of women who are positively impacting their communities through philanthropy. This year’s Honorees represent a wide range of causes, from supporting female veterans, to teaching children about the importance of kindness, to facilitating meaningful connections between incarcerated parents and their children.

Thought leaders, philanthropists and business executives gathered at The Pierre Hotel in New York City to shed a spotlight on the 2018 Honorees and provide a national platform to tell their stories. The Women of Worth Honorees each received a $10,000 grant for their non-profit organizations, with Christy Silva of Aidan’s Heart Foundation and Jaha Dukureh of Safe Hands for Girls receiving special recognition for their work.

Following a nationwide, online public vote, Silva was selected as the 2018 National Honoree among thousands of votes on the L’Oréal Paris website and social channels. She received an additional $25,000 to support her cause, which raises awareness about Sudden Cardiac Arrest. The 2015 Women of Worth Honoree Jaha Dukureh received the Karen T. Fondu Impact Award. Dukureh was recognized for her continued work to protect young women and girls who are at risk of female genital mutilation. Since becoming a Women of Worth Honoree, Dukureh’s impactful work has grown to reach more than 750,000 women and girls in Africa and the United States through mentoring services, community engagement activities and educational resources. You can learn more about their stories and causes at WomenofWorth.com.

“Each year, I am in awe of the Women of Worth Honorees who selflessly give back and transform the lives of others,” said Tim Coolican, President, L’Oréal Paris. Karen T. Fondu, President Emeritus and Chairwoman of L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth added, “The unwavering courage and determination of our 2018 Women of Worth embodies the spirit of the L’Oréal Paris brand, and through our commitment to this program, their work will continue to touch the lives of generations to come.”

NATIONAL WOMEN OF WORTH HONOREE: CHRISTY SILVA, AIDAN’S HEART FOUNDATION, THORNDALE, PA
Silva created Aidan’s Heart Foundation after losing her seven-year-old son, Aidan, to Sudden Cardiac Arrest in 2010. In the midst of her devastating tragedy, Silva founded the organization to provide awareness, education and support to the southeast Pennsylvania region. Through her organization, she provides prevention and response resources to Sudden Cardiac Arrest. With this $35,000 grant from L’Oréal Paris, Silva will be able to provide training to thousands of high school students to become certified in CPR and purchase 35 AEDs for schools and youth-based organizations.

KAREN T. FONDU IMPACT AWARD WINNER: JAHA DUKUREH, SAFE HANDS FOR GIRLS, BRUFUT, THE GAMBIA
Cardiac surgeon and host of “The Dr. Oz Show,” Dr. Mehmet Oz presented this year’s Karen T. Fondu Impact Award to Jaha Dukureh for her cause, Safe Hands for Girls. As a 2015 Women of Worth Honoree, Dukureh was recognized for her life-saving work to protect young girls against female genital mutilation in Gambia, Africa. Her leadership and passion for serving others has led her to become a UN Goodwill Ambassador, Nobel Peace Prize nominee and one of TIME’s Top 100 Most Influential People in 2016.

“It is an honor and a privilege to be part of the Women of Worth community” said Jaha Dukureh. “Three years ago, L’Oréal Paris gave Safe Hands for Girls the platform we needed to make a lasting impact on thousands of women across the globe. I am so grateful for their continued support to elevate our mission to instill a sense of worth in the lives of girls everywhere.”

2018 WOMEN OF WORTH HONOREES
The 2018 L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth Honorees were chosen from thousands of nominations for their unwavering commitment, drive and desire to better the lives of those around them. Throughout the Celebration, each Honoree was introduced by celebrities and influencers with a unique and personal connection to their cause.

Shreya Mantha – Charlotte, N.C.; Founder, Foundation For Girls, a youth-led social venture that aims to change the life trajectory for at-risk girls and youth through programs in financial wellness, leadership, digital literacy, and health and well-being.
Alisha Zhao – Portland, Ore.; Founder, Kids First Project, a non-profit that brings programs and services to youth who are homeless and living in shelters.
Hannah Dehradunwala – New York, N.Y.: Founder of New York-based Transfernation, which provides a platform for companies and corporate hospitality groups to donate extra food to hungry New Yorkers through on-demand pickups.
Genevieve Chase – Sun Valley, Idaho.; Founder, American Women Veterans, an organization focused on raising awareness of women’s contributions to the military and giving female veterans a place to connect, and advocate on behalf of military women and veterans.
Dr. Holly Jacobs – Coral Gables, Fla.; Founder, Cyber Civil Rights Initiative, a non-profit that serves thousands of victims of cyber sexual assault around the world and advocates for technological, social and legal innovation to fight the offense.
Jennifer Maddox – Chicago, Ill.; Police officer and Founder, Future Ties, a non-profit organization that helps young people and families on the South Side of Chicago become the best version of themselves through life skills training, mentoring, academic support, field trips, conflict resolution, resume building, community volunteerism and workshops.
Laura Reiss – Boca Raton, Fla.; Founder, Kindness Matters 365, which educates and inspires children about the importance of being grateful for who they are, showing kindness to themselves and others, and the many different ways they can give back to make a positive impact within their own communities and the world.
Christy Silva – Thorndale, Pa.; Founder, Aidan’s Heart Foundation, a non-profit committed to providing awareness, education and support to create heart-safe communities for youth regarding the prevention and response to Sudden Cardiac Arrest.
Betty Mohlenbrock – San Diego, Calif.; Founder, Reading Legacies, an organization committed to empowering children and youth in underserved, low-income areas, as well as those who have incarcerated parents or family members through intergenerational shared-reading experiences.
Carolyn Keller – Miami, Fla.; Founder, EBeauty Community, a non-profit that supports women undergoing treatment for cancer through a wig exchange program.

ABOUT L’OREAL PARIS
The L’Oréal Paris division of L’Oréal USA, Inc. is a total beauty care brand dedicated to empowering women by offering luxurious and innovative products and services available in the mass market. The brand’s signature tagline, “Because I’m Worth It,” was born in the United States in 1971 to celebrate the beauty and intrinsic self-worth of women, and for more than 100 years, L’Oréal Paris has been providing women around the world with products in four major beauty categories: hair color, haircare, skincare and cosmetics. With L’Oréal’s invention of hair color in 1909, the brand continues to serve as a leading innovator of hair products across color, care, and styling with brands such as Superior Preference, Féria, Excellence Crème, Elvive, the Ever Collection, Advanced Hairstyle, and Elnett Satin Hairspray. L’Oréal Paris provides scientifically-advanced skincare products that are tested to address individual skin concerns through its renowned brands Revitalift, Hydra Genius, Age Perfect, and Sublime Bronze. L’Oréal Paris’ iconic cosmetics collections include Infallible, True Match, Colour Riche, Voluminous and Visible Lift. For more information about L’Oréal Paris and to receive personalized advice, expert tips, and exclusive content, please visit www.lorealparisusa.com or follow on Instagram (@LOrealMakeup, @LOrealHair, @LOrealSkin, @LOrealMen, Snapchat (@LOrealMakeup), Twitter (@LOrealParisUSA), Facebook (@LOrealParisUSA), and Pinterest (@LOrealParisUSA).

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Car Care Council’s Free Car Care Guide: A Great Stocking Stuffer

December 5, 2018

BETHESDA, Md., Dec. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — How about a holiday gift idea that is free, can help save money and shows how much you care? The Car Care Council’s 80-page Car Care Guide makes a great stocking stuffer for any driver on your holiday shopping list.

“Our popular Car Care Guide is a thoughtful gift that shows the drivers on your list that you care about their safety,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “The guide fits perfectly in any glove compartment, is a valuable reference and is available at no charge by visiting www.carcare.org. The Car Care Guide offers useful vehicle maintenance and fuel saving tips to help your special driver ‘be car care aware’ and save money in the new year and beyond.”

Available in English and Spanish, the council’s Car Care Guide is an 80-page, glove-box size consumer booklet that presents automotive maintenance and repair in everyday language. Single copies of the guide are available at no cost on the Car Care Council website at www.carcare.org/car-care-guide.

In addition, the non-profit Car Care Council recommends other inexpensive stocking stuffers related to vehicle safety, such as tire pressure gauges, ice scrapers, emergency kits and windshield wipers.

“These small and relatively inexpensive items can play a big role in vehicle safety and reliability, especially when it comes to winter driving when road conditions can be hazardous and unpredictable,” said White.

The Car Care Council is the source of information for the “Be Car Care Aware” consumer education campaign promoting the benefits of regular vehicle care, maintenance and repair to consumers. For the latest car care news, visit the council’s online media room at http://media.carcare.org. To order a free copy of the popular Car Care Guide, visit the council’s consumer education website at www.carcare.org.

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Low-income, rural kids at higher risk for second- or third-hand smoke exposure

December 5, 2018

BETHESDA, Maryland, Dec. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Infants and toddlers in low-income, rural areas may be at higher risk for second- and third-hand smoke than previously reported, according to a study supported by the National Institutes of Health. Approximately 15 percent of children in the study tested positive for cotinine, a byproduct formed when the body breaks down nicotine, at levels comparable to those of adult smokers. About 63 percent of children in the study had detectable levels of cotinine, suggesting widespread exposure to smoke. The study appears in Nicotine & Tobacco Research.

“Few studies have explored the risks of very young children, especially infants, for second- or third-hand exposure to smoking,” said James A. Griffin, Ph.D., deputy chief of the Child Development and Behavior Branch at NIH’s Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD), which funded the research. “The current study suggests that moving frequently, having more adults in the home and spending less time in center-based daycare facilities may increase a child’s exposure to smoke or smoke residue.”

The researchers analyzed data from the Family Life Project, a long-term study of rural poverty in North Carolina and Pennsylvania. For the study, saliva samples of 1,218 children were tested for cotinine. The samples were collected from children at age 6 months, 15 months, 2 years and 4 years. The presence of cotinine indicates that the child was exposed to second- or third-hand smoke. Second-hand smoke comes from a lit tobacco product, an electronic smoking device or the smoker. Third-hand smoke is an invisible residue from smoke that settles onto floors, furniture and clothing.

The researchers classified the children into three groups based on their cotinine levels. Fifteen percent of the children were in the high exposure group, with cotinine levels comparable to active adult smokers (12ng/mL or higher), 48 percent were in the moderate exposure group (0.46 to 12ng/mL) and 37 percent were in the low exposure group (less than or equal to 0.46ng/mL). These values are higher than those seen in data previously reported in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, which found that only one-third to one-half of children’s blood samples had detectable cotinine.

“We found that infants had higher cotinine levels compared to toddlers,” said Lisa M. Gatzke-Kopp, Ph.D., a professor at Pennsylvania State University and the lead author of the study. “Because infants often put objects into their mouths and crawl on floors, they may be more likely to ingest smoke residue or get it on their skin, compared to older children.”

The study team evaluated independent factors that may influence a child’s probability of being in one of the three exposure groups. They found that lower income, less education, frequent residential moves and fluctuations in the number of adults within the home were associated with high smoke exposure, whereas time spent at a center-based daycare was associated with lower smoke exposure.

Factors influencing cotinine levels included the following:

When a caregiver had at least a high school degree, a child was 85 percent less likely to be in the high exposure group, compared to the other two groups.
Each residential move increased a child’s odds of being in the high exposure group, compared to the low exposure group, by 43 percent.
Each adult moving into or out of the home increased this risk by 11 percent.
A child who spent time in a center-based daycare was 81 percent less likely to be in the high exposure group, compared to the low exposure group.

“Our results, if supported by future studies, can help educate parents and caregivers, as well as improve prevention programs that seek to reduce children’s smoke exposure,” said Clancy Blair, Ph.D., M.P.H., a professor at New York University’s Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development and the senior author of the study. “For instance, nonsmoking families may not be aware that nicotine can be present in their child’s environment if their home was previously occupied by a smoker or if smoking is permitted at the workplace.”

Funding for the current analysis was provided by NICHD, the National Institute on Drug Abuse, and the Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) program, all part of NIH.

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About the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD): NICHD conducts and supports research in the United States and throughout the world on fetal, infant and child development; maternal, child and family health; reproductive biology and population issues; and medical rehabilitation. For more information, visit NICHD’s website.

About the Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) program: ECHO is a nationwide research program designed to understand the effects of a broad range of early environmental influences on child health and development. For more information, visit ECHO’s website.

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