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AT&T U-verse And Alterna’TV Launch PX TV

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AT&T U-verse And Alterna’TV Launch PX TV

Channel to Feature Extreme Sports from Latin America,
Including Skateboarding, BMX Biking, Motocross and Snowboarding


DALLAS, Jan. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — AT&T* U-verse TV® customers will be the first TV viewers in the U.S. to  watch the latest extreme and action sports from Latin America with today’s launch of PX TV, distributed worldwide by Alterna’TV.

Programming on the Spanish-language channel features live event coverage, original shows and packaged series. Action sports include skateboarding, BMX biking, motocross, snowboarding, drifting, surfing and paragliding. 

“AT&T is proud to be the first provider in the U.S. to bring this channel dedicated to extreme sports from Latin America to our U-verse customers,” said Julie Tran, head of foreign language programming for AT&T U-verse**. “We have an extensive lineup of channels aimed at diverse communities and this addition to Paquete Español will only enhance our already robust lineup.”

“With U-verse, we’re all about providing the content customers want, when and where they want it,” said GW Shaw, vice president of U-verse and video products. “An extensive and diverse lineup is one of many ways we’re able to meet our customers’ needs.”

PX TV is available now on Channel 3122 on the U200, U300 and U450 Latino packages, which offer more than 60 Spanish-language channels, as well as Paquete Español.     

“Our new relationship with AT&T kicks-off with the exclusive U.S. launch of PX TV. This dynamic, engaging channel focuses on the content young adults want to see – extreme sports, the latest music and artists and the hottest fashion trends,” said Aymeric Genty, CEO of  Alterna’TV.  “PX TV has been fine-tuning and growing the channel in Mexico – a testament to its effectiveness in reaching today’s young Hispanic audience. We look forward to working with AT&T to make PX TV the preferred entertainment destination for its subscribers.”

Alejandro Mercado, president of PX TV added:  “The ‘beat’ never stops at PX TV and our new AT&T agreement is another very important milestone in our growth.  PX TV content inspires and positively influences young viewers through the sports and competitions that appeal to them most.  We’re proud to have our channel available on AT&T U-verse TV.”

Geographic and service restrictions apply to AT&T U-verse services. For more information on AT&T U-verse — or to find out if it’s available in your area — visit www.att.com/u-verse.

*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.

**Requires qualifying device, U-family or higher TV plan and Wi-Fi or data connection. Content may vary by device, TV plan, and viewing location. Data charges may apply.

About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) helps millions of people and businesses around the globe stay connected through leading wireless, high-speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. We’re helping people mobilize their worlds with state-of-the-art communications, entertainment services and amazing innovations like connected cars and devices for homes, offices and points in between. Our U.S. wireless network offers customers the nation’s strongest LTE signal and the nation’s most reliable 4G LTE network. We offer the best global wireless coverage. We’re improving how our customers stay entertained and informed with AT&T U-verse® TV and High Speed Internet services. And businesses worldwide are serving their customers better with AT&T’s mobility and highly secure cloud solutions.

Additional information about AT&T products and services is available at http://about.att.com. Follow our news on Twitter at @ATT, on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/att and YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/att.

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Reliability and signal strength claims based on nationwide carriers’ LTE. Signal strength claim based ONLY on avg. LTE signal strength. LTE not available everywhere. Global coverage claim based on offering voice and data roaming in more countries than any other U.S. based carrier, and offering the most wireless smartphones and tablets that work in the most countries.

About Alterna’TV
As a subsidiary of leading satellite service provider Eutelsat Americas, Alterna’TV delivers programming that is both timely and culturally distinct with a roster of channels including Once TV Mexico, Latin American Sports, AYM Sports, Trace Sports Stars, CB Tu Television Michoacán, Canal 22 Internacional, Ecuavisa, INTI Network, PX TV and Telemicro.  Alterna’TV distributes these channels to its carriage partners, which include DISH, DirecTV, Comcast and Time Warner Cable, Verizon FiOS, AT&T U-verse, Charter and RCN as well as MegaCable and UNE.  With these carriage deals, Alterna’TV channels reach over 10M subscribers on a daily basis. For more information on our company, please visit us at www.alternatv.us.

About PX TV
PX TV is the destination of choice for young adults looking for the most exciting coverage of extreme sports throughout Latin America.  Available on cable systems in Mexico, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic and Central America, PX TV represents the only Latin American channel covering the most important extreme events in the region.  PX TV’s programming encompasses surfing, motocross, kite-surfing, snowboarding, BMX, wakeboarding, off-road, jet-ski, rock climbing, snowmobiling, skydiving, base jumping as well as the latest music and fashion trends.  To kick off 2015, PX TV launched exclusively in the U.S. on AT&T U-verse. As 25 percent of U.S. teens/young adults claim Hispanic roots, PX TV will engage viewers with content they want to see, in their language and focused on their lifestyle.

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Honda to Launch Next Generation Advanced Powertrain Vehicles by 2018, Honda FCV Concept Makes North American Debut

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Honda to Launch Next Generation Advanced Powertrain Vehicles by 2018, Honda FCV Concept Makes North American Debut





Honda to Launch Next Generation Advanced Powertrain Vehicles by 2018, Honda FCV Concept Makes North American Debut

– New battery-electric vehicle and new plug-in hybrid model by 2018 and further application of two- and three-motor hybrid systems, to join Honda’s U.S. lineup enabling Honda to continue to be a strong competitor in the alternative-fuels vehicle market

– Together, these vehicles will offer significant volume enabling Honda to bring ultra-low carbon transportation to consumers in the U.S.

– Honda FCV Concept demonstrates the styling evolution of the next-generation Honda fuel-cell vehicle, launching in 2016

– New VTEC® Turbo engines to be built in Ohio, will launch in 2015


DETROIT, Jan. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Honda FCV Concept makes its North American debut at the 2015 North American International Auto Show with U.S. availability of the production vehicle in 2016. In an effort to ensure Honda’s environmental vehicles remain strong competitors and provide a new sales-volume pillar, the company will offer several next-generation, advanced powertrain vehicles, including a new battery-electric model and plug-in hybrid model by 2018. Additionally, the company plans further application of its two- and three-motor hybrid systems in the years to come. Together, these vehicles will offer significant volume enabling Honda to bring ultra-low carbon transportation to consumers in the U.S. Honda also announced plans to introduce new VTEC® Turbo engines to be built in Ohio and debut later in 2015.

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Honda FCV Concept
The Honda FCV Concept showcases the styling evolution of Honda’s next fuel-cell vehicle, anticipated to launch in the U.S. following its March 2016 introduction in Japan. The new Honda fuel-cell car will feature a spacious cabin with seating for five-passengers, a driving range estimated to be in excess of 300 miles, and an anticipated refueling time of approximately 3 minutes at a pressure of 70 MPa. Its fuel cell stack, which fits entirely within under the hood, is 33 percent smaller with a 60 percent increase in power density compared to the outgoing Honda FCX Clarity.

As the next progression in Honda’s dynamic FCV styling, the Honda FCV Concept features a low, wide aerodynamic body with clean character lines. The interior strives to achieve harmony between man and machine by taking advantage of new powertrain packaging efficiencies delivering even greater passenger space than its predecessor, the 4-passenger Honda FCX Clarity fuel-cell vehicle. The Honda FCV Concept made its world debut in Japan on Nov. 17, 2014, followed by an announcement at the Los Angeles Auto Show that Honda will provide FirstElement Fuel with $13.8 million in financial assistance to build additional hydrogen refueling stations throughout the state of California in an effort to support the wider introduction of fuel-cell vehicles.

Next-Generation Advanced Powertrain Vehicles
In addition to the all-new fuel-cell vehicle, by 2018 Honda will introduce several next-generation advanced powertrain vehicles that will leverage new Honda Earth Dreams™ Technology powertrains. These next-generation vehicles will build on Honda’s longstanding portfolio approach to advancing ultra-low carbon technologies for mobility and will include:

  • An all-new Honda plug-in hybrid model (PHEV);
  • An all-new Honda battery-electric vehicle (BEV); and
  • Further application of our two- and three-motor hybrid systems to contribute to significant sales volume growth for Honda’s U.S. hybrid vehicle lineup.

New VTEC® Turbo Engines
Before the end of the year, Honda will begin to introduce our new 4-cylinder VTEC® Turbo engines – an extension of its Earth Dreams™ Technology powertrain lineup – that will deliver fun-to-drive performance while supporting fuel efficiency at a very high level. Production of the new VTEC® Turbo engines will begin later this year at Honda’s Anna, Ohio, engine plant, the largest automobile engine plant in Honda’s global production network1. Honda is investing $340 million at the Anna Engine Plant to produce the VTEC® Turbo 4-cylinder engines using domestic and globally sourced parts, including the addition of a third assembly line for production of 4-cylinder engines and additional manufacturing innovations.

Honda Environmental Leadership
Based on its vision of “Blue Skies for our Children,” Honda is taking a portfolio approach to reducing the environmental impact of its products, advancing fuel efficiency, low emissions and fun-to-drive performance with new powertrain technologies from its Earth Dreams Technology™ lineup, which includes more fuel-efficient engines and transmissions and advanced electromotive technologies. Honda’s alternative-fuel vehicle lineup includes the Fit EV, Civic Hybrid, Civic Natural Gas, the CR-Z sport hybrid coupe and the Accord Hybrid.

1 Honda engines are built using domestic and globally sourced parts.


Florida Atlantic University Poll Finds Female Hispanics Driving Improved Consumer Sentiment

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Florida Atlantic University Poll Finds Female Hispanics Driving Improved Consumer Sentiment


BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For the first time since the Florida Atlantic University Business and Economic Polling Initiative (FAU BEPI) began in August, a majority (52.6 percent) of Hispanics have a favorable view about the U.S. economic conditions over the next five years — with females leading the charge. Additionally, the Hispanic consumer confidence index continued to rise in December to a new high of 86.4, up from 81.3 in November, but it still lags behind the December high of 93.6 reported by the University of Michigan’s National Consumer Sentiment Index.

“A plausible explanation for the increase in the consumer sentiment among Hispanics could be the improving labor market and falling gasoline prices,” said Monica Escaleras, director of FAU BEPI. “Female Hispanic consumers are leading the way in the improving mood. However, lower income Hispanics appear to be keeping the Hispanic index lower than the national index.”

Females appear to be the driving force behind these attitudes with 62.1 percent optimistic about business conditions (53 percent for males), and 56.4 percent of females are optimistic about the economic conditions of the country over the next five years (48.9 percent for males).

The Expectations Index also rose nearly five points from 81.6 in November to 86.1 in December matching the Michigan index (79.9 to 86.4) for the second month in a row. Optimism toward business conditions in 2015 also increased five points from 52.6 percent to 57.6 percent.

The Current Conditions Index was also up from 80.8 in November to 86.1 in December, but overall is down compared to the national index which is at 104.8. Driving down the current conditions index are the lower income Hispanics — only 40.6 percent of those with incomes of under $25,000 say they are better off financially than a year ago, compared with 57.8 percent of those with incomes between $25,001-$75,000, and 71 percent with incomes over $75,000.

The polling sample consisted of 500 Hispanics with a margin of error of +/- 4.33 percent, and a 95 percent confidence level. The poll ran from Dec, 1-31.

For more information about this survey and the initiative, visit www.business.fau.edu/bepi, or contact Monica Escaleras at 561-297-1312 or [email protected].

 


First Watch Going Big In Texas

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First Watch Going Big In Texas

Daytime Cafe signs largest franchise agreement to date


DALLAS, Jan. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — First Watch Restaurants, Inc., the award-winning Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch restaurant, announced that it has entered into an exclusive Franchise Development Agreement with Best Choice Restaurants, LLC, a newly formed subsidiary of franchise powerhouse Sun Holdings, to develop at least 15 restaurants in Dallas/Ft. Worth during the next five years. The first restaurant is expected to open in late 2015. This will mark First Watch’s debut in the Lone Star State and the largest franchise agreement in the company’s history.

Sun Holdings, Inc. – founded in 1997 and led by President and CEO Guillermo Perales – is ranked by Franchise Times Magazine as the eighth-largest franchise organization in the U.S., boasting more than 400 multi-brand restaurants in multiple states and nearly $450 million in annual revenue.  Perales is a highly regarded businessman and restaurant operator who has guided his company through tremendous growth.  He has been named four times to Latino Leaders Magazine’s 101 Most Influential Latinos in the U.S. list and is well-known in his home state for giving back to the community.  Best Choice will be led by Perales and its COO Luis Ibarguengoytia.

“First Watch is a highly differentiated brand that represents the ‘new guard’ in the growing Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch segment, and I saw an opportunity to be a significant player in its growth,” said Perales.  “I believe that First Watch will fill a substantial gap in the Dallas market with its fresh approach to Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch and award-winning menu.”

“Dallas and Ft. Worth are full of diverse neighborhoods bursting with restaurants, music, sports and culture, and we’re thrilled to bring First Watch’s nationally recognized food to such a vibrant community,” said Ken Pendery, president and CEO of First Watch. “Texas is uncharted territory for us, but we are eager to get to know the people of Dallas and share with them the fresh ingredients, healthy alternatives and welcoming atmosphere that First Watch offers. We are fortunate to have experienced development partners like Guillermo and Luis working with us.”

First Watch serves its entire menu seven days a week from 7 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. The restaurant offers guests complimentary newspapers and free Wi-Fi Internet access.

About First Watch

First Watch specializes in award-winning, made-to-order Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch. A recipient of more than 200 “Best Breakfast” and “Best Brunch” accolades, First Watch offers traditional favorites, such as omelets, pancakes, sandwiches and salads, and unique specialty items like the fan-favorite Chickichanga® and Fresh Fruit Crepes. Named one of the 2013 “Next 20” Emerging Brands by Nation’s Restaurant News, a 2014 Top Franchise Value by FSR Magazine and the recipient of the 2014 Menu Masters Award for Best Healthful Innovation for its Quinoa Power Bowl, First Watch is the largest and fastest-growing daytime-only restaurant concept in the U.S. with more than 120 restaurants in 17 states. It also operates 19 restaurants under The Good Egg name in Arizona and one Bread & Company restaurant in Nashville, TN. For more information, visit www.firstwatch.com.



19th Annual Urban Wheel Awards Honors Janet Marzett of Mercedes-Benz Financial Services

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19th Annual Urban Wheel Awards Honors Janet Marzett of Mercedes-Benz Financial Services

Vice President of Operations for the Americas named “Executive of the Year”


FARMINGTON HILLS, Michigan and FORT WORTH, Texas, Jan. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mercedes-Benz Financial Services’ Vice President of Operations Americas, Janet Marzett, was named “Executive of the Year” at the 19th Annual Urban Wheel Awards held at the Garden Theater in Detroit, Mich. on January 11. The Urban Wheel Awards are the “Official Multicultural Event” of the North American International Auto Show, and celebrate diversity and inclusion in the auto industry by honoring executives, dealers, suppliers and manufacturers. This year’s event, themed “Fueling Diversity in the Automotive Industry” was hosted by celebrity judge and television star Judge Mablean Ehphriam.

“Janet Marzett’s commitment to excellence and the significant contributions she has made toward promoting diversity and inclusion are trademarks of her 35-year career in the automotive industry,” said Peter Zieringer, President and CEO. “In addition to her many accomplishments, we congratulate Janet on being named Urban Wheel Awards’ Executive of the Year, a well-deserved honor.”

An independent panel of automotive journalists selected the Urban Wheel Award winners. This year’s award categories included: Company of the Year (Sales and Marketing); Dealer of the Year (African-American, Hispanic, Asian); Minority Supplier of the Year (African-American, Hispanic, Asian); Executive of the Year; and the Lifetime Achievement Award. The awards also recognized the Urban Car, Urban Truck and Urban Green Car of the Year.

Janet Marzett began her career in the organization in 1980 as a Retail Credit Investigator in Dallas, Texas. She has been in her current role since 2011 and is responsible for all Operations functions in Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. She is also a member of the company’s global Diversity and Inclusion Executive Committee.

Marzett’s previous positions include Vice President – Customer Service, Collections and Remarketing for the U.S. and Vice President, Human Resources and Administrative Services, among others. She is located at the company’s Business Operations Center in Fort Worth, Texas.

Proceeds from 19th Annual Urban Wheel Awards benefit the Emerging Diversity Education Fund (EDEF), providing scholarship, internships and mentoring support for ethnic minority college students pursuing careers in communications, engineering and auto-related fields. More than 100 students have received financial awards from EDEF since its inception.

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services and Mercedes-Benz USA were proud to be Platinum Sponsors of this year’s event.

For more information visit: www.urbanwheelawards.com

About Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA LLC
MercedesBenz Financial Services USA LLC, headquartered in Farmington Hills, Mich., with Business Center Operations in Fort Worth, Texas, provides brandspecific financial products and services for MercedesBenz and smart automotive dealers and their retail customers. In the U.S. trucking industry, it conducts business as Daimler Truck Financial and provides flexible financial products and services for Daimler Trucks North America commercial vehicles branded Freightliner, Western Star, ThomasBuilt Bus and Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. MercedesBenz Financial Services USA LLC serves as the headquarters for operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Argentina and Brazil, and has approximately 1,800 employees throughout the Americas. It is a company of the Daimler Financial Services Group, headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, which does business in 40 countries and has an employee base of approximately 8,800 people worldwide. Daimler Financial Services is one of the leading financial services organizations worldwide and was named one of the one of the 25 World’s Best Multinational Workplaces by the Great Place To work Institute in 2014. For more information, please visit www.mbfs.com/corp or facebook.com/mymbfs.


Rebirth of an Icon: Next Generation Acura NSX Unveiled

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Acura unveiled the next-generation NSX at the North American International Auto Show on Monday, January 12, 2015.





Rebirth of an Icon: Next Generation Acura NSX Unveiled


Acura takes the wraps off its highly anticipated next-generation NSX supercar, designed to deliver a groundbreaking “New Sports eXperience”


DETROIT, Jan. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Twenty-five years after the debut of the original, paradigm-shifting NSX supercar, Acura revealed the production version of its highly anticipated successor—the next-generation Acura NSX, developed and produced in the U.S.—to the world’s auto media at the 2015 North American International Auto Show today. The production model, in a scintillating NSX Red finish, took the stage with a growl from its twin-turbocharged engine.

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The next generation NSX showcases the production styling, design and specifications of Acura’s mid-engine sports hybrid supercar, and Acura announced key details of the all-new vehicle’s design and performance. The company will begin accepting custom orders for the new NSX starting in the summer, with customer deliveries expected later in the year.

Specifically created to bring a “new sports experience” to the supercar segment, the NSX challenges conventional beliefs about supercars — much as the first generation did a quarter century ago. The approach is realized through an all-new power unit—a twin-turbocharged 75-degree DOHC V6 engine with a 9-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT) and three-electric motor Sport Hybrid system—integrated with an ultra-rigid and lightweight multi-material body with world’s-first material applications and manufacturing processes. Developed under the concept of a “human-centered supercar,” a car that puts the driver first in every aspect of its design, the next-generation NSX will leverage its state-of-the-art hybrid supercar power unit, body and chassis to deliver exceptionally intuitive and immediate response to driver inputs.

“Our commitment was to create an all-new NSX that is true to the heritage of NSX—a supercar that delivers a new driving experience, one where every part of the vehicle is respectful of the smartest part of the car, the driver,” said Mike Accavitti, senior vice president and general manager of the Acura division. “The soul of a car is the emotional connection it makes with the driver. With the NSX, that connection will be intense and immediate.”

As the pinnacle representation of Acura performance and prestige, the NSX was introduced at the auto show under the theme of “Precision Crafted Performance.” The theme was the original tagline for the Acura brand, a guiding force behind the development of the original NSX and a critical component of its launch.

The development of next-generation NSX, driven by precision crafted performance, has resulted in a clean-sheet design, which involved nearly three years of intensive development effort by a global design and engineering team led by engineers at the company’s development center in Raymond, Ohio.

“The NSX reflects Acura’s American roots and makes a powerful statement about the strong role being played by our North American operations in envisioning and building the future of Acura,” said Erik Berkman, executive vice president of the Acura Business Planning Office.

“Our global team embraced the challenge to create a new sports car experience, leveraging new technology to deliver incredibly vivid performance in a vehicle that responds intuitively and immediately to the will of the driver,” said Ted Klaus, chief engineer and global development leader of the new NSX. “The NSX delivers pinnacle supercar performance, with zero-delay acceleration and exhilarating, confidence-inspiring driving dynamics.”

Interwoven Dynamic Exterior Design
“The new NSX is a product of what we term ‘Interwoven Dynamic’ design,” said Michelle Christensen, NSX exterior design project leader. “It represents the ideal blending of exotic sports car form and supercar function.”

The NSX body features classic low and wide proportions married to modern and alluring surfacing, an aggressive front design, and tail lights that pays homage to the original NSX. The signature side intake and floating C-pillar collects air to feed the mid-mounted engine and directs airflow over the rear deck to increase downforce. To accommodate the new longitudinally mounted twin-turbo V6 and 9-speed DCT, the production vehicle was lengthened (+3 inches) and widened (+1 inch) with a slightly more cab-forward package, compared with the proportions of the NSX Concept shown in 2012.

Every element of the exterior body design has been carefully fashioned for total airflow management for both stability-enhancing downforce and vehicle systems cooling. The NSX has undergone extensive testing at the company’s state-of-the-art wind tunnel in Raymond, Ohio, leading to a number of significant changes from concept to final body design, including modified hood vents, new front fender vents, modified side air intakes, and an optimized deck spoiler.

Dimensions:

NEW NSX

2013 NSX Concept

Diff (in.)

2005 NSX

Diff (in.)

Length

176 in.

(4470 mm)

172.8 in.

(4390mm)

+3.1

174.2 in.

(4425 mm)

+1.8

Width

76.4 in.

(1940 mm)

75.4 in

(1915 mm)

+1.0

71.3 in.

(1810 mm)

+5.1

Height

47.8 in.
(1215 mm)

47.2 in.

(1200 mm)

+0.6

46.1 in

(1170 mm)

+1.8

Wheelbase

103.5 in.

(2630 mm)

102.8 in.

(2610 mm)

+0.8

99.6 in.

(2350 mm)

+11.0

Front track

65.2 in.

(1655 mm)

– –

– –

59.5 in.

(1510 mm)

+5.7

Rear track

63.6 in.
(1615 mm)

– –

– –

60.7 in.

(1540 mm)

+3.0

Human Support Cockpit
“Consistent with the ‘human-centered supercar’ development concept, the NSX was designed from the inside out with an uncompromising focus on the driver,” said Johnathan Norman, NSX interior design project leader. “Like the original NSX, we created a ‘Human Support Cockpit’ that provides exceptional driver control, visibility and packaging, but further advanced to meet the extreme performance expectations of a modern supercar.”

The NSX interior boasts exceptional forward visibility, simple and intuitive controls, and class-leading ergonomics—most notably the seat, which features top-class holding performance with outstanding comfort and easy ingress/egress.

The NSX’s instrument cluster features a dynamic TFT display that responds to changes in the driver-selectable Integrated Dynamics System with pertinent graphics and information. The center console holds the Power button that readies the sport hybrid powertrain, nested in the center of the new Integrated Dynamics System dial control. Interwoven under the handcrafted leather dash panel is the exposed midframe—a functioning chassis structural member that reflects the design aesthetic of a naked sport bike. An ultra-thin, yet super strong A-pillar design and low-mounted instrument panel minimize obstructions to the driver’s view of the road.

Sport Hybrid Power Unit
In keeping with the foundational philosophy of the original NSX, the next-generation NSX is designed to provide a new sports car experience that maximizes the capabilities of the driver, delivering exceptionally intuitive and confidence-inspiring response “at the will of the driver.”

Acura engineers leveraged the company’s expertise both with high-performance engine and hybrid electric-drive technologies, as well as its two decades of experience with industry-leading dynamic torque-vectoring technologies, including Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), to create the most sophisticated, technologically advanced and intelligent powertrain in the supercar universe.

At the heart of the NSX’s performance capabilities is an all-new mid-mounted, 75-degree, DOHC V6 engine with twin turbochargers mated to an Acura-developed 9-speed DCT. The V6 engine employs a race-inspired compact valve train and dry sump lubrication system to help lower the center of gravity. The all-new 9-speed DCT delivers synapse-quick gear changes and rev-matching downshifts. The rear direct-drive electric motor, housed between the engine and transmission, supports acceleration, braking and transmission shifting performance. The NSX’s front wheels are driven by twin independent high-output electric motors which deliver instantaneous torque response and dynamic left-to-right torque distribution.

The NSX uses its front electric motors for dynamic torque vectoring in addition to enhancing acceleration and braking performance. The result is an instantaneous “zero delay” launch performance and handling response that seems to anticipate the driver’s desire. The NSX has undergone extensive testing at some of the world’s most challenging race circuits, including the famed Nurburgring.

Advanced Multi-Material Body
Also in keeping with the legacy of NSX—the world’s first all-aluminum supercar—the new NSX features an innovative new multi-material body design with world’s-first material applications and construction processes.

The NSX body utilizes a space frame design—an internal frame constructed of aluminum, ultra-high strength steel and other advanced materials. Anchored by a carbon fiber floor, torsional and bending forces are taken up entirely by this ultra-rigid structure which also utilizes advanced joining technologies.

The NSX features world’s-first casting technology that combines the design and manufacturing flexibility of a casting process with the strength and elongation properties of a forged material, enabling significant weight reduction. The body panels are composed of a combination of aluminum and sheet molding composite (SMC).

Advanced Sport Package
The NSX features an “Advanced Sports Package” with placement of key powertrain components –the mid-mounted engine, twin front motors and Sport Hybrid battery pack and power control unit – optimized to concentrate vehicle mass low and toward the center of the vehicle, to further enhance dynamic response. The combination of this packaging concept and the lightweight body give the NSX the lowest center of gravity in its class.

The NSX utilizes a fully independent, all-aluminum front and rear suspension and puts its considerable power down through ContiSportContact™ high-performance tires—245/35Z R19 front and 295/30Z R20 rear—mounted on 19×8.5 inch front and 20×11 inch rear aluminum alloy wheels. Powerful, natural and confident braking performance is provided by 6-piston front and 4-piston rear monoblock calipers squeezing ultra-high performance carbon-ceramic brake discs.

Handling is greatly enhanced by Sport Hybrid Super-Handling All Wheel Drive (Sport Hybrid SH-AWD), enabling lightning-quick response to all driver inputs—steering, braking and throttle—along with the stability, control and launch performance of all-wheel drive. Agile Handling Assist (AHA) uses the subtle application of brake torque to further enhance yaw response and dynamic stability.

The NSX’s dial-operated Integrated Dynamic System features Quiet, Sport, Sport+ and Track modes. The system adjusts engine, motor, transmission and chassis response, as well as the engine sound level, based on the needs of the driver and driving environment. Quiet mode enables electric-only driving at lower speeds for short durations. Dynamic vehicle responses become increasingly sharp as the driver moves from Sport to Sport+ mode and, finally, to Track mode, where the NSX reveals the full spectrum of its performance capabilities.

The NSX also features a “launch” function to achieve the ultimate in “zero delay” launch performance, aided by both the engine and three electric motors.

New Production Facility
The NSX will be manufactured exclusively at the Performance Manufacturing Center (PMC) in Marysville, Ohio, where approximately 100 highly-skilled associates will conduct full body construction, paint, and final assembly using domestic and globally-sourced parts.

The PMC and its processes have been developed to perfectly blend associate craftsmanship and technology in a new approach to manufacturing. By in-housing the body construction, Acura maintains complete control over total body quality, including critical strength, suspension accuracy, and fit and finish—from initial construction all the way to final assembly.

Associates will utilize innovative techniques to deliver next-generation craftsmanship and world-class quality in the realm of specialized, supercar vehicle production.

About Acura
Acura offers a full line of performance luxury vehicles sold through a network of approximately 270 U.S. Acura dealers. The Acura lineup features five distinctive models – the RLX luxury flagship sedan, the TLX performance luxury sedan, the ILX gateway luxury sedan, the 5-passenger RDX luxury crossover SUV, and the 7-passenger Acura MDX, America’s all-time best-selling three-row luxury SUV.

Acura’s product lineup was recently recognized by Edmunds.com for the third consecutive year as leading all luxury brands in retained value after five years of ownership. More than 90 percent of the Acura vehicles sold in America are produced at the company’s manufacturing facilities in America, using domestic and globally sourced parts.


Chicago Boy Named 2015 March Of Dimes National Ambassador

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Chicago Boy Named 2015 March Of Dimes National Ambassador


United Airlines Celebrates 10 Years as National Ambassador Program Sponsor
 


WHITE PLAINS, New York, Jan. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A 12-year-old Chicago boy who survived being born nearly four months prematurely will serve as the March of Dimes Foundation’s 2015 National Ambassador, it was announced today.

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Elijah Jackson, despite being an active child, continues to battle the health consequences of his early birth. With his parents Elise and Todd, he will travel the country to share their family story and inspire others to support the March of Dimes and its mission to improve the health of all babies, courtesy of United Airlines.

The Jackson family became March of Dimes volunteers shortly after Elijah was born.

“I saw a public service announcement for the March of Dimes on television. I felt an immediate connection. Here was an organization dedicated to preventing prematurity and saving families from experiencing the heartache and fears we did when Elijah was born.  I called the Illinois chapter and immediately became a volunteer,” said Elise.

Elise is a long-time employee of United Airlines, which is celebrating 10 years as the official airline sponsor of the March of Dimes National Ambassador program, playing an integral role in making the ambassador families’ travel schedule possible.

“For 10 years United, its customers and its employees have supported the March of Dimes and these incredible families and their children,” said John Rainey, executive vice president and chief financial officer of United Airlines. “We know that many of our customers’ and employees’ lives have been touched by the issue of premature birth, and we are proud to support our co-worker Elise and her family and continue our longstanding partnership with this tremendous organization.” Mr. Rainey is a member of the March of Dimes National Board of Trustees and serves as the national chair of the 2015 March for Babies®, the organization’s premier fundraising event.

Like Elijah, about 450,000 babies are born too soon in the United States each year. Preterm birth (birth before 37 weeks of pregnancy) is the leading cause of newborn death, and babies who survive an early birth often face an increased risk of a lifetime of health challenges, such as breathing problems, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities and others. Even babies born just a few weeks early have higher rates of hospitalization and illness than full-term infants.  It is a serious health problem that costs the United States more than $26 billion annually.

In 2002, Elise and Todd Jackson were eagerly awaiting the birth of their first child. Elise’s pregnancy appeared to be progressing normally, until, at 20 weeks, she awakened one morning to find that her water had broken. Elise went to a hospital, but since active labor contractions had not yet begun, doctors administered IV fluids and advised bed rest.

A month later, Elijah Jackson was born at 25 weeks and one day of pregnancy – about 15 weeks too soon. He weighed one pound and one ounce. He was 11 inches long, the length of a sheet of business paper. Initially, he was given only a 10 percent chance to survive and spent seven months in a hospital neonatal intensive care unit. He underwent several delicate surgeries in the early weeks of life, and has been through years of physical, speech and occupational therapy for the long-lasting health consequences of his early birth. For his first two years he had a tracheotomy (open airway in the windpipe in his neck) to help him breath, and was unable to speak. Today, Elijah’s speech is greatly improved but he still has developmental delays and is enrolled in special education classes.

“The Jackson family’s story and their volunteer work for the March of Dimes stand as living proof of the life-saving measures supported and developed as a result of the organization’s commitment to research and educational programs to help give all babies a healthy start in life,” said March of Dimes President Dr. Jennifer L. Howse.

In 2004, Elijah, Elise and Todd served as the North Suburban Chapter Walk America Ambassador family. Ten years later, they remain dedicated volunteers.

“One day we were filled with hopes and dreams for our first child, then, suddenly, we were faced with the enormity of the consequences of our son being born prematurely and having to literally fight for his life,” added Elise.

In addition to the emotional cost to the newborn’s parents, the financial cost for medical care can be daunting- as well. According to the March of Dimes, which commissioned an analysis by Truven Health Analytics, Inc., the average medical cost for a healthy, full-term baby from birth through the first year was $5,085, of which $4,389 is paid by employer health plans. For premature and/or low birth weight babies (less than 37 weeks gestation and/or less than 2500 grams), the average cost was $55,393, of which $54,149 was paid by the health plan. Fortunately, for Elise and Todd, United’s employee medical benefits provided the Jacksons with the ability to provide Elijah with quality care.

Most March for Babies events take place in communities nationwide April 25 and 26. To join a March for Babies event near you, visit marchforbabies.org

The March of Dimes National Ambassador Program is an annual campaign, started in 1946, that puts a face on the March of Dimes mission. 

March for Babies is sponsored nationally by the March of Dimes number one corporate supporter Kmart, and top sponsors Famous Footwear, Macy’s, Cigna, United Airlines and Mission Pharmacal.  Find out how you can help prevent premature birth and birth defects by joining March for Babies at marchforbabies.org

The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health.  For more than 75 years, moms and babies have benefited from March of Dimes research, education, vaccines, and breakthroughs.  Find out how you can help prevent premature birth and birth defects by joining March for Babies at marchforbabies.org. For the latest resources and information, visit marchofdimes.org or nacersano.org.  Find us on Facebook and Twitter.


FIBRA Prologis to Host Fourth Quarter 2014 Earnings Conference Call Feb. 10

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FIBRA Prologis to Host Fourth Quarter 2014 Earnings Conference Call Feb. 10


MEXICO CITY, Jan. 12, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL14), the leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico, will host its fourth quarter financial results webcast and conference call with senior management to discuss quarterly results, current market conditions and future outlook on Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 10 a.m. CT/11 a.m. ET.

To access a live broadcast of the call, dial +1 (877) 256-7020 (toll-free from the United States and Canada) or +1 (973) 409-9692 from all other countries and enter conference code 58347832. A live webcast can be accessed at www.fibraprologis.com in the Investor Relations section Feb. 10.

A telephonic replay will be available Feb. 10–March 10 at +1 (855) 859-2056 from the U.S. and Canada or at +1 (404) 537-3406 from all other countries using conference code 58347832. The replay will be posted in the FIBRA Prologis website Investor Relations section.

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS
FIBRA Prologis is the leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of September 30, 2014, FIBRA Prologis was comprised of 178 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 29.8 million square feet (2.8 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
The statements in this report that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which FIBRA Prologis operates, management’s beliefs and assumptions made by management.  Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact FIBRA Prologis financial results. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature.  All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future — including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, acquisition activity, development activity, disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, our debt and financial position, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) national, international, regional and local economic climates, (ii) changes in financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties, (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties, (v) maintenance of real estate investment trust (“FIBRA”) status and tax structuring, (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings, (vii) risks related to our investments (viii) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters, and (ix) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the “Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores” and  the Mexican Stock Exchange by FIBRA Prologis under the heading “Risk Factors.” FIBRA Prologis undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this release.

Non-Solicitation – Any securities discussed herein or in the accompanying presentations, if any, have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 or the securities laws of any state and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements under the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws. Any such announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities discussed herein or in the presentations, if and as applicable.

FIBRA Prologis.

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2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Delivers Increased Fuel Economy, Sophisticated Design

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2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Delivers Increased Fuel Economy, Sophisticated Design





2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Delivers Increased Fuel Economy, Sophisticated Design

Revised Transmission, More Powerful Electric Motor and Larger Lithium-Polymer Battery Pack Improve Fuel Economy


DETROIT, Jan. 12, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today Hyundai introduced the Hybrid version of its award-winning seventh-generation Sonata at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Sonata Hybrid continues to visually differentiate itself from other Sonata models with purposefully unique wheels and front and rear fascias that improve aerodynamics while highlighting Sonata Hybrid’s advanced technology and efficiency. The 2016 Sonata Hybrid fuel economy is expected to improve more than 10 percent. Sonata Hybrid will be built at Hyundai’s Asan, South Korea assembly plant and will go on sale early this summer.

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POWERTRAIN
The heart of the 2016 Sonata Hybrid is the downsized 2.0-liter Nu GDI four-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission that houses a more powerful 38 kW electric motor and clutch where the torque converter would normally be found. Sonata Hybrid’s Transmission-Mounted Electrical Device (TMED) delivers the same responsive, engaging driving characteristics Sonata owners expect while improving fuel economy through the use of the larger electric motor.

This innovative transmission has been upgraded significantly since its introduction with the original Sonata Hybrid and now uses an electric oil pump, which helps improve efficiency. It is possible for Sonata Hybrid to operate solely on electric power at speeds up to 75 mph by decoupling the gasoline engine from the rest of the drivetrain.

Sonata Hybrid’s Nu engine produces 154 horsepower and 140 lb. ft. of torque. The electric motor produces 38 kW (51 horsepower) and 151 lb. ft. of torque. Hybrid system net power is 193 horsepower at 6,000 rpm. Sonata Hybrid is expected to achieve up to 39 mpg in the city, 44 mpg on the highway and have a combined EPA rating of 42 mpg, which is more than a 10 percent improvement from the 2015 model.

The lithium-polymer battery pack capacity is 1.62 kWh, a 13 percent improvement, and the battery pack now fits under the trunk floor, which allows for a flat trunk floor as well as available 60/40 split-folding rear seats. 2016 Sonata Hybrid offers best-in-class cargo volume at 13.3 cu. ft., a 10 percent improvement over the previous Sonata Hybrid, thanks to the compact battery pack dimensions and efficient design. Locating the battery pack beneath the trunk floor gives Sonata Hybrid best-in-class passenger volume at 106.1 cu. ft.

DESIGN
The award-winning design of the latest Sonata is enhanced by a series of functional changes to the front and rear fascias for the 2016 Sonata Hybrid that highlight its efficiency and the advanced technology below the surface. These visual changes also lower the coefficient of drag to an exceptionally low 0.24; the lowest in its class and identical to the Tesla Model S. Visual changes to the Hybrid’s exterior include a unique larger grille, front and rear bumpers, front fenders, front and rear lights, chrome side sill moldings, Hybrid badging and new wheels. A distinctive instrument cluster with color LCD multi-purpose display provides Hybrid drivers with additional information about the hybrid system’s operation.

Sonata Hybrid will offer two exclusive exterior paint options: Graphite Blue Pearl and Seaport Mist. Interior color choices include gray and beige in cloth or leather seating configurations and an all-new Blue Pearl option for leather seats. Sonata Hybrids equipped with Blue Pearl leather seats will include contrast stitching and trim accent pieces.

SAFETY FEATURES
2016 Sonata Hybrid comes standard with seven airbags, including a new driver’s knee airbag. Electronic Stability Control, Vehicle Stability Management, Traction Control, ABS and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System with individual tire pressure display and a rearview camera are also standard. Projector headlamps are standard while HID headlamps are available.

Hyundai engineers implemented many active safety technologies for the 2016 Sonata Hybrid to assist drivers and help prevent accidents. No longer reserved for luxury cars, advanced safety technologies such as Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Change Assist and a Lane Departure Warning System are all available in this midsize sedan.

Sonata Hybrid’s advanced Blind Spot Detection system is designed to alert drivers of an approaching vehicle in the next lane if the turn signal is activated. This Lane Change Assist technology is a segment-exclusive active safety feature. Drivers are first alerted of a vehicle in the blind spot by warning lights in the side mirrors. When the turn signal is activated, the Lane Change Assist system determines the closing speed of any vehicle in the adjacent lane to determine if the lane change is safe. If the system determines the vehicle in the other lane is closing too quickly, it sounds an audible alarm to warn the driver that the lane change is unsafe. The Lane Departure Warning System uses a forward-facing camera to recognize lane markers. If the system detects the vehicle is headed outside the lane markers, a warning on the instrument cluster illuminates and an audible sound alerts the driver.

Rear Cross-traffic Alert (RCTA) is another feature derived from the 2016 Sonata Hybrid’s advanced Blind Spot Detection system. RCTA scans the areas to each side of the Sonata Hybrid when drivers are backing out of parking spaces. If the system detects another vehicle is approaching from the side, the Sonata driver is given an audible alert. This system is another tool that helps Sonata drivers utilize the active safety technology.

CONVENIENT TECHNOLOGY
The 2016 Sonata Hybrid delivers the convenient technology one would expect in a luxury vehicle in an incredibly efficient mid-size hybrid sedan. Hyundai’s hands-free Smart Trunk is now available on the Hybrid as well as an electronic parking brake with automatic vehicle hold, a driver memory seat, rear window sunshades, heated steering wheel, LED interior lights, ventilated front seats, power front seats with 4-way adjustable driver lumbar and Smart Cruise Control featuring full stop capability.

MULTIMEDIA
All 2016 Sonata Hybrids come standard with iPod®/USB and auxiliary input jacks, SiriusXM® satellite radio and Bluetooth® phone connectivity with phonebook transfer and voice-recognition. Available upgrades include an 8.0-inch navigation system with downloadable apps, HD radio and Infinity premium audio system with next-generation Blue Link® telematics.

Hyundai’s 8.0-inch navigation system offers an enhanced display with improved touch sensitivity, a map and music split screen display and the ability to record SiriusXM presets 1-6. Switching to a preset station in the middle of your favorite song won’t be an annoyance any longer. Rewind up to 22 minutes to listen to the full song or catch up on a sports broadcast. SiriusXM Travel Link® provides access to traffic information, sports scores, weather, stock prices, fuel prices and local movie times. All 2016 Sonata Hybrids equipped with navigation will also support Pandora® and SoundHound applications as well as “Eyes Free” Siri integration, which allows drivers to perform a variety of functions without taking their eyes off the road. Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto will take smartphone integration to the next level on the Sonata Hybrid later this year.

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 820 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by the Hyundai Assurance program, which includes the 5-year/60,000-mile fully transferable new vehicle limited warranty, Hyundai’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty and five years of complimentary Roadside Assistance. Hyundai Blue Link Connected Care provides owners of Hyundai models equipped with the Blue Link telematics system with proactive safety and car care services complimentary for one year with enrollment. These services include Automatic Collision Notification, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Vehicle Diagnostic Alert, Monthly Vehicle Health Report and in-vehicle service scheduling.

For more details on Hyundai Assurance, please visit www.HyundaiAssurance.com

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More Than Half of People with Glaucoma Skip or Improperly Administer Medications, Risking Permanent Vision Loss

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More Than Half of People with Glaucoma Skip or Improperly Administer Medications, Risking Permanent Vision Loss

American Academy of Ophthalmology issues six tips to help patients overcome treatment challenges


SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 12, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness in the United States. When glaucoma is treated in its early stages, vision loss can be prevented. Yet, studies show that more than half of glaucoma patients do not adhere to their prescribed treatment plans due to factors including difficulty in applying eye drops, lack of medication education and forgetfulness.1, 2 In support of Glaucoma Awareness Month this January, the American Academy of Ophthalmology is providing patients six tips to help them overcome medication challenges:

  1. Be honest with your ophthalmologist about your medication difficulties. Missed a dose? It may not seem to matter much, but research shows that skipping doses can cause your glaucoma to become more severe.3 Be candid with your ophthalmologist about any problems you face in taking your medicine regularly, and ask about the best way to make up for a missed dose. The more you tell your doctor, the better he or she can help you find ways to customize your treatment plan to make it more manageable for your lifestyle.
  2. Ask for help from health professionals and loved ones. It can be difficult to keep track of which meds to take and when. Talk with your ophthalmologist or pharmacist about your medications, their impact and possible side effects. Also, use the buddy system and tell your friends, family and caregivers about your condition and treatments. Consider taking a loved one or caregiver with you to your ophthalmology appointments, so they can help you follow your treatment plan when you’re at home. They may also be able to help you apply your eye drops at home.
  3. Use memory aids.  The most common reason for not taking eye drops is forgetfulness. Try simple memory aids like linking your eye drop schedule to other things you do routinely. For example, put your eye drop bottle next to your toothbrush or your pill box if you take other medications. Try using physical reminders such as marking off a calendar when you use your drops, or moving your eye drop bottle from one place to another after you’ve applied your drops. Also, take advantage of today’s technology and set an alarm on your phone to help you make your medication a part of your daily routine, or look for free smartphone apps and other tools.
  4. Perfect the “pocket.” Giving yourself eye drops can be challenging. In fact, research has shown that nearly 30 percent of people taking glaucoma medication are not properly applying their eye drops.4 This should involve gently pulling and pinching the lower lid to make a pocket to catch your drops. Once the drops are in, close your eyes (do not blink) and apply pressure to the point where the lids meet the nose for two to three minutes. Learn all the steps to take to ensure eye drops get in your eye with this video: http://bit.ly/1xrHOCo.
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  5. Know your Medicare part D coverage. Some people find they run out of their glaucoma eye drops early – especially when they are still learning how to apply the drops properly. For those whose glaucoma eye drops are covered through Medicare part D, early refills are possible once 70 percent of the predicted time of use has gone by. That means that a one month supply can be refilled after 21 days at both retail and mail-in pharmacies.
  6. Don’t use pot as a glaucoma treatment. Don’t fall for rumors that medical marijuana can replace glaucoma medications. Prescription medicated drops are much more effective at treating the condition and have fewer risks than marijuana. Marijuana can also affect memory, which could make it more difficult to remember your treatments. Learn the facts at http://bit.ly/1Dbfbvg.

“Many of my patients struggle with medication adherence, especially if they are managing other health issues at the same time,” said Michele Lim, M.D., a clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology and glaucoma specialist. “But for every unique barrier to taking these medications there may be an equally unique solution. Don’t be afraid to ask your ophthalmologist for help.”

Certain factors put people at higher risk of developing glaucoma. These include age, family history of glaucoma, African-American and Hispanic-American ancestry, diabetes and past eye injuries. The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends that all people get an eye exam by age 40, especially those who have a higher risk of glaucoma. To learn more about glaucoma, visit the Academy’s public education website at www.geteyesmart.org.

About the American Academy of Ophthalmology
The American Academy of Ophthalmology, headquartered in San Francisco, is the world’s largest association of eye physicians and surgeons, serving more than 32,000 members worldwide. The Academy’s mission is to advance the lifelong learning and professional interests of ophthalmologists to ensure that the public can obtain the best possible eye care. For more information, visit www.aao.org. 

The Academy is also a leading provider of eye care information to the public. The Academy’s EyeSmart® program educates the public about the importance of eye health and empowers them to preserve healthy vision. EyeSmart provides the most trusted and medically accurate information about eye diseases, conditions and injuries. OjosSanos™ is the Spanish-language version of the program. Visit www.geteyesmart.org or www.ojossanos.org to learn more.

Related Link: Learn more about glaucoma on EyeSmart

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