Yolo Rum Gold Wins Gold in 2017 Spirits Tasting Competition at 74th Annual WSWA

April 25, 2017

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DENVER and ORLANDO, Fla., April 21, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Yolo Rum‘s premier blend, Yolo Rum Gold, won a gold medal in the 2017 Spirits Tasting Competition at the Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America 74^th Annual Convention and Exposition. Held at the Grande Lakes Orlando resort and hotel, the WSWA Convention and Exposition is the preeminent event of its kind in North America.

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“We were looking to crash the WSWA party in a good way,” says Yolo Rum founder Philip Guerin, “and I think we did just that.”

WSWA is the trade association representing United States wine and spirits wholesalers. Its mission is to further the interests of its members through representation before Congress, courts, regulatory bodies, executive agencies and more. WSWA also provides lobbying at the state and federal level, public affairs initiatives, and networking opportunities for its membership.

No stranger to industry expositions and competitions, Yolo Rum has received multiple Best-of-Class wins from Spirits of the Americas, won multiple gold medals at the Denver International Spirits Competition and taken home more gold medals at the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival. Now Yolo Rum Gold adds another medal to the trophy case.

At the heart of the Yolo Rum operation is master distiller Francisco “Don Pancho” Fernandez. Born in Cuba and operating out of the Republic of Panama, Don Pancho is the world’s most-respected and honored ronero (that’s “rum blender,” for the layman). Yolo Rum also used the WSWA convention as an opportunity to unveil Don Pancho’s latest creation: Yolo Rum Clear. A bridge between top-shelf Yolo Rum Gold and ideal mixer Yolo Rum Silver, Yolo Rum Clear is splendid for mixing or solo consumption, with a smooth, lightly smoked sweet-oak taste. Offering old-world artistry in its production together with modern branding—all at a super value—Yolo Rum Clear is poised to make a significant impact in the wine and spirits market.

Yolo Rums are gluten free, with no added sugar or molasses and no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives, and the company produces its products using revolutionary environmentally sustainable processes. Offering boutique quality at exceptional value, Yolo Rum is the ideal synthesis of ancient crafts and modern tastes.

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CadaTV Launches Spanish TV Service With 6 Months Free Promotion

April 25, 2017

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GAITHERSBURG, Md., April 25, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — CadaTV, a provider of Spanish language television shows, movies, and live programming to the Latino community worldwide, will now offer affordable Spanish television subscriptions to households in the U.S.A. with a bonus promotional offer of six months of free service.

To learn more about CadaTV and to take advantage of this promotion, click https://www.cadatv.com.

Latino families in the U.S.A. can now take advantage of CadaTV’s low cost, promotional package for Spanish television programming. This promotion includes an easy to install CadaTV set-top box and an 18 month subscription for only $189.87. This totals to $309 in savings compared to CadaTV’s standard price.

As a dedicated Spanish television service, CadaTV represents significant savings at a promotional monthly rate of $9.99 compared to the lowest cost Dish Network Latino television package, valued at $29.95 per month. On average, CadaTV can save customers $236.52 a year compared to the lowest cost Latino television package from Dish Network. CadaTV’s 6 month free promotional package providing 18 months of quality Spanish programming for the cost of 12 months represents even bigger savings for customers. “We want to make quality Spanish TV service affordable for each and every Latino family in the U.S.,” said CadaTV CFO Hugh Hall.

CadaTV’s promotional offer comes all inclusive with the CadaTV set-top box and all the Latino television programming offerings including Spanish video on demand in five categories: soap operas, movies, entertainment shows, soccer, and children’s programming. Live television channels from many Latin American networks are also available for customers to enjoy.

CadaTV strives for total customer satisfaction and ease of operation by providing flexible connection options. Service can be easily connected to all televisions with a simple Wi-Fi setup. CadaTV effectively makes its television service easy to install, flexible to use on-demand, and allows viewers to enjoy Spanish TV wherever Wi-Fi is available.

About CadaTV
CadaTV Corporation is a Virginia-based provider of Spanish language television shows, movies, and live broadcasts from Latin American countries to the Latino community worldwide. CadaTV offers viewers a vast selection of videos on demand, and the ability to watch content on any television with the convenience of a standard remote control. CadaTV strives to provide the best value in Spanish television programming that can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere.

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2017 Civic Type R Claims Title as World’s Fastest Front-Wheel-Drive Production Car with Record Nürburgring Lap Time

April 24, 2017

TORRANCE, California, April 24, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Less than two months before its U.S. launch, the 2017 Honda Civic Type R has claimed the title of world’s fastest production front-wheel-drive (FWD) production car, setting a new benchmark lap time at Germany’s legendary Nürburgring. On April 3, 2017, a Civic Type R lapped the 12.9-mile Nordschleife (north loop) in a record 7 minutes 43.80 seconds. This new benchmark time represents an improvement of nearly 7 seconds compared to the previous-generation (European market) Type R, and over 3 seconds faster than the previous FWD record. Video footage of the benchmark lap can be viewed on Honda’s YouTube channel at Honda.us/TypeRLapRecord.

Multiple factors contribute to the new Civic Type R’s benchmark time including its high-performance 2.0-liter VTEC TURBO engine – with peak output of 306 horsepower (hp)¹ and 295 lb.-ft. of torque². The engine, which makes the new Civic Type R the most powerful Honda ever sold in America, is manufactured in the U.S. at Honda’s Anna, Ohio engine plant³. The Type R’s six-speed manual transmission with new, lower gear ratios further improves the car’s acceleration, while the new Type R’s comprehensive aerodynamic package delivers outstanding high-speed stability with an optimal balance between aerodynamic stability and drag.

The highly rigid body of the all-new Civic Type R is over 35 lbs. lighter than the previous-generation (European market) model, and boasts a 38-percent gain in torsional stiffness. The 10^th-generation Civic platform’s new multi-link rear suspension enhances stability under braking and reduces the total roll movement of the car, enabling later braking into corners and helping to achieve higher cornering speeds during the lap.

Ryuichi Kijima, the lead chassis engineer for the Honda Civic Type R development explains the model’s most significant improvements around the Nürburgring compared to the previous-generation car: “The cornering speed achieved in the new Type R is higher because the car features a wider track and tires, a longer wheelbase, a new multi-link suspension in the rear and optimized aerodynamics that improve stability. For example, drivers typically enter the corner after Metzgesfeld at around 150 km/h (93 mph). Even at this medium-speed corner, the speed is around 10 km/h (6 mph) higher due to the new Type R’s excellent stability. So, with improved cornering performance, we can increase the speed throughout the lap, helping the new Type R to achieve a much quicker lap time.”

The pre-production development Civic Type R that achieved the lap time was technically representative of production specification. A full floating roll cage was installed for safety reasons, but did not provide any additional rigidity to the body frame. The extra weight of the cage was compensated for by the removal of the Display Audio system and rear seats. The car was using street legal, track-focused tires.

The new Civic Type R, the very first production Honda Type R model for America, is the final piece in the 10^th-generation Honda Civic launch that began in the fall of 2015 with the Civic Sedan, named 2016 North American Car of the Year. The Civic lineup, featuring the most ambitious and extensive remake in the model’s 44-year history, includes the premium and sporty Civic Sedan and Coupe; the versatile and Euro-inspired Civic Hatchback; the fast and agile new Civic Si Sedan and Coupe, launching next month; and the ultimate representation of Civic performance, the new Civic Type R.

Production of the new Civic Type R began in March 2017 at Honda of the UK Manufacturing (HUM) in Swindon, England – the global manufacturing hub for the tenth generation Civic hatchback.

About Honda
Honda offers a full line of reliable, fuel-efficient and fun-to-drive vehicles with advanced safety technologies through approximately 1,000 independent U.S. Honda dealers. The Honda lineup includes the Fit, Civic, Accord and Clarity series passenger cars, along with the HR-V, CR-V and Pilot sport/utility vehicles, Ridgeline pickup truck and the Odyssey minivan. Honda has been producing automobiles in America for 32 years using domestic and globally sourced parts and currently operates 19 major manufacturing facilities in North America.

For More Information
Consumer information is available at automobiles.honda.com/future-cars/civic-type-r. To join the Civic Type R community on Facebook, visit facebook.com/hondacivic. Additional media information including high-resolution photography of the 2017 Honda Civic Type R is available at hondanews.com/honda-automobiles/channels/civic-type-r.

¹306 hp @ 6500 rpm (SAE net)
²295 lb-ft @ 2500-4500 rpm (SAE net)
³Using domestic and globally sourced parts

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It’s In Our Hands – Safety Week 2017

April 24, 2017

CHICAGO, JACKSONVILLE, Florida, LOS ANGELES, and TORONTO, April 24, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Our communities come to life through the hands of construction crews. Men and women spend hours making the places we live, work and play better. On May 1-5 we are celebrating their work and our shared commitment to jobsite safety as part of Safety Week, an industry-wide education and awareness event.

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During Safety Week, construction companies will take the opportunity to thank their employees for their dedication to safety and work to educate, inspire and share best practices. Many companies will conduct on-site safety awareness activities.

“This week is about the men and women who step on jobsites every day,” said Matthew Walsh, co-chairman, The Walsh Group and 2017 Safety Week co-chair. “Safety Week is a chance to celebrate our workers’ ongoing commitment to safety, and demonstrate the daily habits we need to take to remain safe.”

The theme for Safety Week 2017 is “It’s in Our Hands” – signifying the personal stake each worker has in safety. The theme also puts a focus on hand safety – particularly relevant considering hand injuries are second only to back strains as a cause for missed work days, according to government agencies in the U.S. and Canada.

“We want to make safety personal,” said Ross Myers, CEO and chairman of Allan Myers Incorporated and Safety Week co-chair. “It’s not about numbers, following rules or complying with regulations. It’s about empowering everyone — from the CEO to the craft worker — to recognize the responsibility each of us has to ensure a safe work environment.”

To symbolize this year’s theme, workers will leave handprints on commitment boards to show the individual obligation each employee has to maintain a safe work environment. Four organizations in the U.S. and Canada will host ceremonial events to showcase the industry-wide focus on safety.

Safety Week events are planned for:

The Florida Department of Transportation: An event is planned for the I-295 Express Lanes project in Jacksonville on Thursday, May 4, 10 a.m. FDOT manages more than 122,000 highway miles, 20 airports, 31 urban transit systems, 15 seaports, a 2,895-mile railway corridor and two spaceports.
Ontario, Canada in partnership with Infrastructure Ontario: Monday, May 1, 9 a.m.: A Safety Week kick-off breakfast at Etobicoke General Hospital. May 3, Noon: Safety Week lunch at Credit Valley Hospital. Infrastructure Ontario (IO) is a Crown agency owned by the Province of Ontario that provides a wide range of services to support the Ontario government’s initiatives to modernize and maximize the value of public infrastructure and real estate.
L.A. Metro, Los Angeles: Thursday, April 27, 1 p.m.: Press conference immediately following board meeting at Union Station. Additional events: May 1, 7 a.m., Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project, Martin Luther King Station; May 4, 10 a.m., Purple Line Extension, LaBrea Construction Staging Yard. L.A. Metro serves as transportation planner and coordinator, designer, builder and operator for one of the country’s largest, most populous counties.

At these events, guest speakers and executives will speak about the status of their projects and the unifying nature of safety. Additionally, Safety Week activations will be held at many other job sites across the country.

About Safety Week
Safety Week is dedicated to raising the awareness of the construction industry’s continuing commitment to eliminating worker injury, and to clearly communicate its dedication to a shared culture of care and concern and the belief that every week must be Safety Week.

Safety Week is sponsored by members of The Construction Industry Safety Initiative (CISI) and the Incident & Injury Free Executive Forum (IIF). Additional support comes from the Alliance Partners, many of which are non-profit associations. For more information, visit www.constructionsafetyweek.com

(Español) Bandag celebra su aniversario 60 con el lanzamiento de Built for Better™

April 24, 2017

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Global Superstar Jennifer Lopez Will Perform And Debut New Music At Telemundo’s “Billboard Latin Music Awards” On April 27 At 8pm/7c

April 24, 2017

MIAMI, April 24, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — International music icon Jennifer Lopez will hit the stage at this year’s “Billboard Latin Music Awards” and perform new music from her highly anticipated new Spanish-language album. The multitalented artist will also be honored with the Telemundo Star Award, presented by Xfinity, which recognizes the achievements of a musical artist beyond their musical career. The longest-running and most prestigious award show in the Latin music world will broadcast live on Telemundo on Thursday, April 27 at 8pm/7c and simultaneously on Universo, the fastest growing Spanish-language entertainment cable network in the U.S.

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Lopez has selected the Billboard Latin Music Awards stage to give viewers a taste of her new musical production, executive produced by Marc Anthony and the MAGNUS Media team. The new album to be released thru Sony/Magus Media/Nuyorican this Summer, marks her first all-Spanish album since 2007. The multifaceted artist has stayed busy this year, and aside from her latest recording endeavor she continues her successful “All I Have” residency in Las Vegas at the AXIS Theater in Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino and currently stars on season two of her hit NBC series “Shades of Blue.” In addition, starting May 30^thLopez will executive produce and judge NBC’s new dance competition show, “World of Dance,” alongside Neyo and Derek Hough, and she will also star in NBC’s live musical “Bye Bye Birdie” in December.

As an actress, singer, film & television producer, fashion designer, New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur and humanitarian, Lopez has created one of the most successful and well-known brands in entertainment. With an unmatched global appeal, her “Dance Again” world tour sold over one million tickets; she has sold over 75 million records worldwide; her films have brought in over $1.4 billion in worldwide box office receipts, and her fragrances have become the most successful celebrity line in the world with sales exceeding $2 billion.

Jennifer Lopez closes the star-studded musical line-up for the Billboard Latin Music Awards, which also includes performances by Alejandro Fernandez, Bad Bunny, Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizarraga, Blue Man Group, Christian Pagan, CNCO, Daddy Yankee, Gente de Zona, J Balvin, Luis Figueroa, Luis Fonsi, Morat, Nicky Jam, Ozuna, Pedro Capo, Reik, Ricardo Arjona, Wisin, Yandel, and Zion & Lennox.

The 2017 Billboard Latin Music Awards will be hosted by Kate Del Castillo and Carlos Ponce, and the list of award presenters includes: Alberto Guerra, Ana Maria Polo, Angelica Celaya, Chiquis, Chocquibtown, Danna Paola, Demian Bichir, Don Francisco, Ednita Nazario, Eugenio Derbez, Eva Longoria, Fanny Lu, Juan Luis Guerra, La Arrolladora Banda El Limon de Rene Camacho, Maria Celeste Arraras, Maria Leon, Michel Brown, Olga Tañon, Regulo Caro, Rosie Rivera, Sin Bandera, and Sofia Reyes.

The highly-rated music special will also broadcast in 24 countries throughout the Americas via Telemundo Internacional and through open broadcast in Canada, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, and Peru.

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Topgolf Inks Deal for 10 Venues Across Mexico

April 24, 2017

DALLAS, April 24, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Global sports entertainment leader Topgolf^®today announced it will license its concept exclusively in Mexico to Ventura Entertainment, which plans to open 10 venues during the next eight years. The partnership marks Topgolf’s first joint venture in North America.

“We already welcome guests and associates from our neighboring country every day,” said Topgolf Entertainment Group Co-Chairman and CEO Erik Anderson. “This expansion south feels like a natural step for Topgolf, and we can’t wait to share our fun social experience with local residents and tourists throughout Mexico.”

Through the premium experience of play, food and music, Topgolf is inspiring people of all ages and skill levels – even non-golfers – to come together for playful competition. Guests can enjoy point-scoring golf games using microchipped balls that instantly score themselves, showing players the accuracy and distance of their shots on a TV screen in their hitting bay. The venues also feature an outstanding chef-driven menu, top-shelf drinks, big screen TVs and music in climate-controlled hitting bays for all-seasons comfort. Year-round programming includes events for kids and families, social leagues, golf tournaments, golf instruction and more.

“Ever since we walked inside a Topgolf back in 2014, we have been dreaming about the possibility of bringing this amazing concept to our country,” said Ventura Entertainment Chairman of the Board Javier Molinar. “We are thrilled about the partnership and have no doubt that Topgolf will be a huge success in Mexico.”

Ventura Entertainment will manage the day to day operations, working closely with Topgolf to ensure the culture, fun and excellent hospitality for which Topgolf is known is delivered. Ventura Entertainment is a privately owned company that operates more than 10 amusement parks throughout Mexico. The company has also recently opened a new attraction in Scottsdale, Ariz.

“We have found a strong partner in Ventura Entertainment,” said Topgolf International COO Zach Shor. “The team is skilled at delivering an excellent guest experience, and they are passionate about culture and taking care of the people who work there. We will be leaning on them to help us foster an experience that is authentic both to Topgolf and local culture.”

The first Mexico venues are being planned for Mexico City and Cancun, with expected openings in 2018. Topgolf and Ventura Entertainment are also exploring potential locations in other parts of Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara, among others.

Fernando Castillo from Ventura Entertainment said, “We are excited to join forces with one of the fastest growing sports entertainment companies worldwide and humbled by the trust Topgolf has put in us to develop Topgolf throughout Mexico. Our new partner has done an incredible job in creating this innovative concept that has disrupted the sport of golf and the family entertainment industry.”

He added, “This is a substantial investment commitment in Mexico that will not only put Ventura Entertainment at the forefront of entertainment but also generate a significant amount of jobs across the country.”

Learn more about Topgolf in the video “This is Topgolf” (English) / “Esto es Topgolf” (Spanish).

About Ventura Entertainment
Ventura Entertainment is a leading amusement park operator based in Mexico. It offers a wide range of attractions, once in a lifetime experiences, and long-lasting memories for its visitors and guests. With ten different locations and over 2.0 million visitors Ventura Entertainment is one of the fastest growing entertainment businesses in Latin America. It currently has parks in three states of Mexico and a recently opened facility in Scottsdale, Arizona. To learn more about Ventura Entertainment and its parks visit www.venturaentertainment.com.mx.

About Topgolf
Topgolf inspires the connections that bring people together for unforgettable good times. Whether it’s a date night, girls’ night, happy hour, work breakfast, lunch hour or any other kind of hour, Topgolf makes socializing a sport – literally. Through the premium experience of Play, Food and Music, Topgolf is inspiring people of all ages and skill levels – even non-golfers – to come together for playful competition. Topgolf also brings interactive experiences to the community that facilitate shared moments and deep relationships through Topgolf U golf lessons, weekly leagues, The Topgolf Tour competition, KidZone parties, social and corporate team-building events, and the World Golf Tour (WGT) app. Each venue features high-tech, climate-controlled hitting bays for year-round comfort, delicious food and beverage, live events, music, hundreds of HDTVs and outstanding hospitality. With 31 venues entertaining 10.5 million Guests annually and the world’s largest digital golf audience, Topgolf is creating the best times of your life both in-venue and online. To learn more about Topgolf, follow @Topgolf or visit www.topgolf.com.

Media Contacts:
Adrienne Chance
Director of Corporate Communications, Topgolf
Ph: (214) 501-5025
E-mail: [email protected]

Andrea Munguia
Vice President, Porter Novelli on behalf of Ventura Entertainment
Ph: (55) 50103200
Email: [email protected]

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Americans Showed Highest Favorability Towards Mexico of the Past 10 Years

April 24, 2017

MEXICO CITY, April 24, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — In the U.S., Americans’ perception of Mexico has reached a 10-year high, according to a recent Gallup, Inc. poll. The statistic further highlights the country’s record-breaking 2016 tourism year that saw more than 35 million international visitors – up 9% from the year prior – enjoying its world-class beaches and cultural offerings, according to the Mexico Tourism Board.

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Credit for the country’s recent successes in tourism is largely due to the Mexican people – widely recognized as some of the friendliest and most welcoming in the world, and their centuries-old spirit of hospitality. Mexico Tourism Board’s internal consumer tracking studies showed more than 94 percent of visitors reported an experience that “exceeded their expectations” and 86 percent said they would “like to come back again” in the next six months– some of the highest scores in the industry, attesting to the popular Mexican adage, ‘mi casa es su casa’ (my home is your home).

As the summer months approach and vacation planning starts, American families of all shapes and sizes seeking the perfect trip, can look no further than our neighbor to the south for one of the friendliest, most welcoming vacation experiences.

Here is a peek at other numbers that exemplify the warm nature of the country:

Mexico was awarded #1 country in the world for Family Travel and Puerto Vallarta as #2 destination in the world for LGBTQ travel by the global Travvy Awards
International Living named Mexico as the #1 retirement destination in 2017
For the third year in a row, Mexico was ranked as the friendliest and most welcoming country in the world by the John Mason survey of expatriates in 191 countries
San Miguel de Allende, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Mexico, makes guests feel right at home and was named the 4^th friendliest city in the world by Travel + Leisure
Travel + Leisure’s “World’s Best Awards” reader survey named five Mexican cities in its Top 10 Best Cities in Latin America rankings, including San Miguel de Allende (#1), Oaxaca (#3), Mexico City (#4), Merida (#5), and Guadalajara (#8)
National Geographic named Baja California as one of its top places to visit in 2017
The New York Times named Tijuana (#8) and Puerto Escondido (#32) in their 52 Places to Go in 2017. Mexico City was featured as the #1 place to visit in their 2016 list
“Halal Mexico” is a special program to help prepare airlines, hotels, restaurants and the wider Mexico tourism industry to cater to travelers from around the world that maintain a halal diet

For more information about Mexico go to visitmexico.com or the following social media sites:

Facebook.com/VisitMexico/
Twitter.com/WeVisitMexico
Instagram.com/VisitMexico/

Official hashtag:
#VisitMexico

Women Face Higher Risk of Blindness Than Men

April 24, 2017

SAN FRANCISCO, April 24, 2017 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Studies show there is a gender gap in eye disease. Women are more likely than men to suffer from sight-threatening conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), cataracts, and glaucoma.¹In support of Healthy Vision Month in May, the American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds women to make vision a top priority.

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Women make up 65 percent of AMD cases; 61 percent of glaucoma and cataract patients are women, and 66 percent of blind patients are women.²Why the inequity? There are a few theories. On average women live longer and many eye problems are age-related. Some eye conditions, such as dry eye, are more common in women, young and old. Social and economic factors affect women’s access to eye care, especially in developing countries.

Whatever the cause, there are a few unique vision problems women need to watch out for more than men. Dry eye occurs at double the rate in postmenopausal women.³In general, women are more susceptible to autoimmune diseases than men, many of which affect vision, such as lupus, Sjögren’s syndrome and hyperthyroiditis. Also, pregnancy can cause vision changes due to the hormones pregnant women experience.

Good news is most vision loss is preventable. The Academy offers five simple steps to take control of your eye health today:

Get a comprehensive medical eye exam at age 40. Early signs of disease or changes in vision may begin at this age. An exam by an ophthalmologist – a physician who specializes in medical and surgical eye care – is an opportunity to carefully examine the eye for diseases and conditions that may have no symptoms in the early stages.
Know your family history. Certain eye diseases can be inherited. If you have a close relative with macular degeneration, you have a 50 percent chance of developing this condition. A family history of glaucoma increases your glaucoma risk by four to nine times. Talk to family members about their eye conditions. It can help you and your ophthalmologist evaluate your risk.
Eat healthy foods. A diet low in fat and rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, benefits the entire body, including the eyes. Eye-healthy food choices include citrus fruits, vegetable oils, nuts, whole grains, dark green leafy vegetables and cold water fish.
Stop smoking. Smoking increases the risk for eye diseases such as cataract and age-related macular degeneration. Smoking also raises the risk for cardiovascular diseases which can indirectly influence your eye health. Tobacco smoke, including second-hand smoke, also worsens dry eye.
Wear sunglasses. Exposure to ultraviolet UV light raises the risk of eye diseases, including cataract, fleshy growths on the eye and cancer. Always wear sunglasses with 100 percent UV protection and a hat while enjoying time outdoors.

“Eye exams aren’t only about checking a person’s visual acuity or sharpness, but also determining the overall health of their eyes,” said Rebecca J. Taylor, M.D., clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. “We encourage women as well as men to get regular eye care. By making vision a priority today, we can help protect our sight as we age.”

To learn more ways to keep your eyes healthy, visit the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s EyeSmart^® website.

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.

1. National Eye Institute
2. National Eye Institute
3. Am J Ophthalmol. 2003 Aug;136(2):318-26.

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(Español) Pablo Soria de Lachica – Pronostica la caída del peso mexicano a un nivel mínimo histórico desde la elección de Trump

April 23, 2017

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