National Alliance for Hispanic Health Survey Provides Insights into Hispanic Attitudes Towards Diabetes

November 19, 2014

WASHINGTON and RIDGEFIELD, Conn. and INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 19, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — As part of American Diabetes Month, the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance) announced results of a survey of Hispanic adults and their attitudes toward diabetes. The results showed that while there is general awareness of the disease, Hispanics with diabetes are more likely to be worried that, besides themselves, someone in their family would develop diabetes, compared to non-Hispanic whites and blacks with diabetes. Conducted with support from Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (BIPI) and Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY), the survey sought to gain an understanding of Hispanics’ personal knowledge and experience with diabetes to help identify opportunities to provide information and support for the estimated 3.2 million U.S. Hispanics with diabetes and their families.

“Diabetes has touched the lives of millions of Hispanic families,” said Jane L. Delgado, Ph.D., M.S., president and chief executive officer of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health. “The insights gleaned from our survey confirm that diabetes is a concern of many Hispanics and will help improve educational support and diabetes management efforts. These efforts are critical, especially considering Hispanics are nearly twice as likely as non-Hispanic whites to be diagnosed with diabetes.”

A Common Condition and Source of Worry
A majority of Hispanics surveyed say they know someone who has diabetes and are worried that a family member will develop diabetes.

More than two-thirds of Hispanics with diabetes (64 percent) report they know someone with diabetes, compared to non-Hispanic whites (77 percent) and non-Hispanic blacks (69 percent).
Hispanics with diabetes were more likely to worry that, besides themselves, someone in their family would develop diabetes, (68 percent compared to 52 and 53 percent for non-Hispanic whites and non-Hispanic blacks with diabetes, respectively).
Hispanic respondents were less likely to believe a person can live a healthy life with diabetes (86 percent of those with diabetes compared to 96 percent of non-Hispanic whites and 89 percent of non-Hispanic blacks with diabetes).

Patient-Provider Connection Must Be Strengthened
Of the Hispanic respondents with diabetes, 77 percent said health care providers are their most trusted source of information for health concerns. However, the survey found that:

Of the 98 percent of Hispanics with diabetes who said a person can take actions to control diabetes, only 12 percent cited seeing a health care provider regularly as an action to manage the disease; similar to non-Hispanic whites (10 percent) and non-Hispanic blacks (11 percent).
One in four (25 percent) Hispanics with diabetes responded “no” or “don’t know” when asked if their doctor or other health care provider had told them what type of diabetes they have; almost twice as high as for non-Hispanic whites (17 percent) and lower than for non-Hispanic blacks (34 percent).

Improved Education Efforts Needed
The survey revealed there is broad awareness of symptoms and causes of diabetes among Hispanic respondents. But given the higher rate at which the Hispanic community is affected by the disease, improved education efforts are needed to continue to improve awareness. Of those surveyed:

73 percent of Hispanics with diabetes could name a cause of diabetes; however, this rate was lower than for non-Hispanic whites (89 percent) and non-Hispanic blacks (83 percent).
More than a third of Hispanics without diabetes (38 percent) could not name a symptom of diabetes; similar to non-Hispanic whites and non-Hispanic blacks (33 percent).

Prevention is Possible
Of those surveyed, 87 percent of Hispanics with diabetes believe a person can take actions to prevent diabetes compared to 80 percent of non-Hispanic whites and 69 percent of non-Hispanic blacks. However, when asked about ways to prevent diabetes, maintaining a healthy weight was cited by only 16 percent of Hispanics with diabetes compared to 25 percent of non-Hispanic whites and 8 percent of non-Hispanic blacks with diabetes.

Management Still Unclear for Most Hispanics With Diabetes
Although almost all Hispanic respondents with diabetes reported a person with diabetes can take actions to control their disease (98 percent), some key disease management practices were identified by less than half of those surveyed:

Being physically active (30 percent)
Taking prescribed medication (37 percent)
Maintaining a healthy weight (6 percent)
Monitoring blood sugar (3 percent)

“The survey showed us that there are specific areas within diabetes education and awareness that need to be addressed in order to raise awareness among Hispanics,” said Dr. Luis Salmun, executive director of health sciences executives, Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. “The valuable information we gained will help us to develop educational tools and resources that are relevant and meaningful to the Hispanic community.”

For more information about the study, please visit www.hispanichealth.org.

Survey Design
The study was conducted by the National Alliance for Hispanic Health’s Healthy Americas Institute via phone by Social Science Research Solutions, an independent research company. Interviews were conducted from September 18- October 20, 2013 among a nationally representative sample of 770 respondents age 18 and older. The margin of error for total respondents is +/- 3.53% at the 95% confidence level. The margin of error for the sample of White Non-Hispanics (n=276) is+/-5.90%. The margin of error for the sample of Black Non-Hispanics (n=248) is +/-6.22%. The margin of error for the sample of Hispanics (n=246) is +/-6.25%.

About Diabetes
More than 29 million Americans and an estimated 382 million people worldwide have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, and nearly 28 percent of Americans with diabetes—totaling 8 million people—are undiagnosed. In the U.S., approximately 12 percent of those aged 20 and older have diabetes. T2D is the most common type, accounting for an estimated 90 to 95 percent of all adult diabetes cases in the U.S. Diabetes is a chronic condition that occurs when the body either does not properly produce, or use, the hormone insulin.

About The National Alliance for Hispanic Health
The National Alliance for Hispanic Health is the nation’s foremost science-based source of information and trusted non-partisan advocate for the best health outcomes for all. The Alliance represents thousands of Hispanic health providers across the nation providing services to more than 15 million each year. For more information, visit http://www.hispanichealth.org, call the Alliance’s Su Familia Helpline at 1-866-783-2645, or find us on Facebook at healthyamericas or on Twitter at @health4americas.

Boehringer Ingelheim and Eli Lilly and Company
In January 2011, Boehringer Ingelheim and Eli Lilly and Company announced an alliance in diabetes that centers on compounds representing several of the largest diabetes treatment classes. The alliance leverages the strengths of two of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. By joining forces, the companies demonstrate commitment in the care of people with diabetes and stand together to focus on patient needs. Find out more about the alliance at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com or www.lilly.com.

About Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., based in Ridgefield, CT, is the largest U.S. subsidiary of Boehringer Ingelheim Corporation (Ridgefield, CT) and a member of the Boehringer Ingelheim group of companies.

The Boehringer Ingelheim group is one of the world’s 20 leading pharmaceutical companies. Headquartered in Ingelheim, Germany, it operates globally with 142 affiliates and more than 47,400 employees. Since it was founded in 1885, the family-owned company has been committed to researching, developing, manufacturing and marketing novel medications of high therapeutic value for human and veterinary medicine.

Social responsibility is a central element of Boehringer Ingelheim’s culture. Involvement in social projects, caring for employees and their families, and providing equal opportunities for all employees form the foundation of the global operations. Mutual cooperation and respect, as well as environmental protection and sustainability are intrinsic factors in all of Boehringer Ingelheim’s endeavors.

In 2013, Boehringer Ingelheim achieved net sales of about $18.7 billion (14.1 billion euro). R&D expenditure in the Prescription Medicines business corresponds to 19.5% of its net sales.

For more information please visit http://www.us.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

About Lilly Diabetes
Lilly has been a global leader in diabetes care since 1923, when we introduced the world’s first commercial insulin. Today we are building upon this heritage by working to meet the diverse needs of people with diabetes and those who care for them. Through research and collaboration, a broad and growing product portfolio and a continued determination to provide real solutions—from medicines to support programs and more—we strive to make life better for all those affected by diabetes around the world. For more information, visit www.lillydiabetes.com.

About Eli Lilly and Company
Lilly is a global healthcare leader that unites caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We were founded more than a century ago by a man committed to creating high-quality medicines that meet real needs, and today we remain true to that mission in all our work. Across the globe, Lilly employees work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. To learn more about Lilly, please visit us at www.lilly.com, @LillyHealth on Twitter and http://newsroom.lilly.com/social-channels.

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CONTACT:
Abigail Hernandez
Communications Assistant
National Alliance for Hispanic Health
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (202) 797-4357

Shirley Johnson
Public Relations
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (203) 448-1893

Molly McCully
Communications Manager
Lilly Diabetes
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Phone: (317) 478-5423

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Starting a Business Sparks Self-Fulfillment and Freedom for Americans

November 19, 2014

ADA, Mich., Nov. 19, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Are entrepreneurs born or made? And what drives them to start their own businesses? These concepts were posed by the 2014 Amway Global Entrepreneurship Report (AGER), a survey that takes the public pulse on the state of self-employment around the world. This year’s report explored entrepreneurship education.

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At a resounding 68%, Americans reported that they believe entrepreneurship can be taught – 5% higher than global findings. Those under 35 years old held the strongest beliefs (74%), while men and women were of the same opinion, at 68% and 67% respectively.

When ranking the reasons to choose entrepreneurship, 60% of Americans identified “self-fulfillment, possibility to realize own ideas,” 59% said “independence from an employer, being my own boss” and 54% reported “better compatibility of family, leisure time and career.” These findings were consistent with the worldwide average, though the order of importance for Americans was reversed. When factoring in age, the youngest respondents again were most supportive, at 70%, 66% and 69% respectively.

“Americans are strongly motivated by their desire to pursue and implement their own ideas,” remarks Dr. David B. Audretsch, professor and director of the Institute for Development Strategies at the Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs. “Self-fulfillment is a motivating force that’s consistent with positive attitudes towards entrepreneurship and the belief that entrepreneurship can be taught.”

Unique in its broadness and regularity, the AGER fosters global discussion on entrepreneurship, as well as raises awareness of the significant role entrepreneurs play in modern economies. The groundbreaking first survey launched in 2010 as the Amway European Entrepreneurship Report, then expanded worldwide with the 2013 AGER, which encompassed 24 countries including the United States. The 2014 AGER spans a record 38 markets and more than 43,000 people aged 14-99.

“Our involvement in the AGER elevates the entrepreneurial spirit in our market and around the world,” notes Jim Ayres, Managing Director of Amway North America. “The findings help inform the modernization of the Amway business, so we can ultimately better enable the success of our Independent Business Owners and their prospects.”

Additional key findings from the United States include:

Education is everything: Success in business was linked to success in the classroom. Americans rated the most crucial aspects of entrepreneurship education as “leadership and management skills” (47%) and “basic business skills” (39%). These were consistent worldwide, but in reverse order. At 46%, universities were the classrooms of choice, and six out of ten (61%) found their education options satisfactory – significantly more than the global average (43%). Yet 44% of Americans admitted the need for improvement.
Positivity prevails: 62% of Americans held positive attitudes towards entrepreneurship, a 6% increase from last year. Respondents aged 35-49 showed the most positivity, at 75%, along with university graduates, at 73%. Men and women were nearly equally positive, at 63% and 61%, and Hispanics were the most positive ethnicity, at 71%.
Falling friendliness: When asked if the United States was an entrepreneurship-friendly society, just 60% answered “yes”, in sharp contrast to last year’s 73%. “This decline is a striking revelation,” adds Audretsch. “It’s an insight that uncovers an important area of concern that needs more discussion.”

The 2014 AGER was conducted by Amway, in partnership with the Chair of Strategy and Organization of the School of Management, Technische Universitat Munchen in Munich, Germany. Fieldwork was completed by the Gesellschaft fuer Konsumforschung Nuremberg from April through July. Results are shared with the scientific community, including the 38 AGER academic advisors and all interested think tanks and academic and public institutions. For more information about the global findings of AGER 2014, please visit the Amway newsroom or go to AmwayEntrepreneurshipReport.com.

About Amway™
Amway/Alticor is the world’s #1 direct selling business, as ranked by 2013 global sales of $11.8 billion, according to the Direct Selling News Global 100. Top-selling Amway brands and products are Nutrilite™ vitamin, mineral and dietary supplements, Artistry™ skincare and color cosmetics, and eSpring™ water treatment systems – all sold exclusively by Amway Independent Business Owners. For more company news, visit globalnews.amway.com.

National Hispanic Health Foundation Scholarship Honors Students from Health Professional Schools and Outstanding Health Leaders

November 18, 2014

National Hispanic Health Foundation Scholarship Honors Students from Health Professional Schools and Outstanding Health Leaders

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The National Hispanic Health Foundation (NHHF) hosts its fourth annual Los Angeles Awards Gala where 10 students enrolled in health professional schools will be given scholarships to help finish school and work in California and Western U.S.

The event will be November 20, 2014, at JW Marriott Hotel LA LIVE, in Los Angeles, CA, from 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Also being honored are leaders for their transformation of their organizations so that more Latinos will have access to healthcare:

Roger Steinart, MD, Acting Dean, University of California Irvine School of Medicine – for his vision to support the PRIME Program that educates a core group of medical students on the culture of Mexico and application to healthcare delivery in the US to Latino patients.

Henri Ford, MD, Vice Dean, Keck School of Medicine of USC – for his career to inspire students and faculty to be the best doctors they can be and to develop new strategies working with alumni to support Latino students at the medical school.

Beth Zachary, CEO, White Memorial Medical Center – for her career in hospital leadership for the Adventist Health System and in the East Los Angeles area to provide guidance at the highest levels to develop culturally competent programs for Latinos.

Pedro Nosnik, MD, from Plano, Texas – for being an outstanding neurologist in private practice in Texas and a role-model for our scholars

Bel Hernandez-Castillo, President, Latin Heat – for her outstanding leadership in TV and entertainment reaching millions of Latinas and informing them about Covered California

Robert Rojas, CPA, MA, Owner, Rojas & Associates, CPAs – for his vision to develop expertise in financial services that can advance the careers of our Latino health professionals.

“The NHHF Scholarship Gala honors these leaders to inspire the student scholars to deliver quality healthcare, given the new 10 million insured Latinos we have with the Affordable Care Act this year,” said Dr. Elena Rios, President and CEO of NHHF and NHMA. “And by partnering with visionary sponsors, we are able to increase the number of trusted healthcare providers for Latino families.”

The United Health Foundation is the Presenting Sponsor and dedicated $160,000 to NHHF’s Health Professional Student Scholarship Program, along with support from AstraZeneca, Novo Nordisk, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, New York Life Insurance, and American Beverage Association, nationally. David Geffen at UCLA School of Medicine, Keck School of Medicine at USC, UC Irvine School of Medicine, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, California HealthCare Foundation, California Wellness Foundation, Alta Med Health Services, Rojas and Associates, CPAs, Wells Fargo Bank, Amgen, LA Children’s Hospital, PAN#1 Family Partnership are the key sponsors of the Los Angeles Scholarship Program.

This year’s NHHF Health Professional Student Scholarships are awarded to outstanding students academically, who have demonstrated leadership and a commitment to working in the Hispanic community and selected by the Latino Caucus of the American Public Health Association, Hispanic Dental Association, Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, New York University, American Podiatry Association, Physician Assistants for Latino Health, American Association of Pharmacy Schools and the National Hispanic Medical Association. Since 2005, NHHF has awarded $511,000 to 174 students across the nation.

The 2014 scholarship award winners are:

Paul Gonzalez, UT Southwestern Physician Assistant Program
Mariana Sáenz, UC Berkeley Policy School
Eduardo Hernandez, Western University of Health Sciences Podiatry School
Raquel Rodriguez, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA/UCLA Policy School
Jennifer Castellanos, Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC
Maritza Herrera, San Diego State University Public Health School
Angel Moran, UC Davis School of Medicine
Evelyn Escobedo Pol, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
Maria de Fatima Reyes, Keck School of Medicine of USC
Elberth Pineda, Charles R. Drew University/David Geffen Medical School at UCLA PRIME

NHHF is the 501(c)(3) organization started by the National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA), that represents 50,000 Hispanic physicians across the U.S. The mission of NHHF is to improve the health of Hispanics through research and educational activities.

Tips for successful holiday shopping

November 18, 2014

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For many people the last few months of the year are all about getting ready for the holidays. From organizing family dinners to festively decorating the house, the holidays are bustling with activity.

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One part of these preparations – and perhaps the most time consuming – is shopping.

Whether you’re going to the stores or shopping online, you can avoid last-minute setbacks by following these suggestions:

Before going shopping

Set a budget that includes how much you’ll spend on gifts, decorations, and dinner menu ingredients.
Make a list of the things you really need and prioritize them, so you won’t need to do all your shopping in one day.
Research and choose stores and websites that carry the items you need.
Plan to use coupons and discounts to save money. Watch for deals at stores and on websites.

Shopping in stores

Consider all sales announcements at your stores to determine the best shopping time that will let you save money by getting special deals.
When you’re out shopping and you have purchases in your car, be sure to keep your purchases out of sight so they’re not stolen.
Save all your receipts for exchanges or returns.

Shopping online

Use different web sites to compare prices on items you need.
Check the user comments on the purchases you’re making. You can read about the quality of the product, and whether the company has reliable shipping.
Be aware of the return policy and the shipping times.
Only buy items on trusted sites that will protect your personal information.
Save confirmation numbers and receipts in case you have issues with your order or you never receive your items.

To learn more about monetary issues, see USA.gov and GobiernoUSA.gov, the U.S. Government’s official web portals in English and Spanish, and part of the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA).

LALA to Donate Again to TeletonUSA During Live Broadcast

November 18, 2014

LALA to Donate Again to TeletonUSA During Live Broadcast

Disabled Kids to Benefit from LALA Donation

DALLAS, Nov. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — LALA, one of the largest dairy products companies in the US and Latin America, will present a check to TeletonUSA during their live fundraising telecast to air December 12 and 13 on Spanish-language television station Univision. LALA and TeletonUSA invite everyone to donate as well.

TeletonUSA favors a culture of integration of people with disabilities, cancer and autism. The organization raises funds from private parties and companies to build and operate low-cost rehabilitation centers for children who can normally not afford the therapies they need. TeletonUSA also donates a percentage of funds raised to other organizations that are just as dedicated to helping children across the United States.

This is the second consecutive year in which LALA will donate funds to TeletonUSA. “Our social commitment is to look out for the wellbeing of the people in the communities where we have a presence and we are proud to contribute to TeletonUSA,” said Mauricio Galvan, Marketing Director, LALA Branded Products.

LALA’s mission is to “nourish for a lifetime” and goes hand in hand with TeletonUSA’s philosophy “science and heart united to save lives.” LALA invites everyone to send messages of support to the child patients of CRIT USA through #DaMasDeLoBueno. The messages of support will encourage children to continue with their rehabilitation work and will help create a mural that will be presented to CRIT USA in San Antonio later this year.

About LALA

LALA is the premier dairy product company in Latin America with over 60 years in the market and a broad portfolio of milks, dairy and non-dairy foods that nourish consumers throughout all stages of their lives. With a strong manufacturing and distribution presence in the US, Mexico and Central America, LALA provides fresh quality products to millions of consumers every day.

About TeletonUSA

In 2012, Fundacion Mexamerica became an independent organization and thus changed its registration to what is now known as Fundacion TeletonUSA. TeletonUSA has strong roots in the Hispanic community and its traditions. It strives to promote essential values, including family, love, solidarity and trust, and has made it a goal to help children with disabilities, cancer and autism in the United States.
The newest chapter in TeletonUSA’s history is the grand opening of the first CRIT in the United States. The Children’s Rehabilitation Institute of TeletonUSA opened its doors in October 2014 and is emblematic of TeletonUSA’s goal “Hispanic families united to help our children.”

(Español) Mujer Legendaria De Ford 2014

November 18, 2014

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Luis Fonsi, Sofia Vergara, Daisy Fuentes, Jennifer Aniston, Michael Strahan and Jon Hamm Join Marlo Thomas to Star in 11th Annual St. Jude Thanks And Giving® Campaign This Holiday Season

November 18, 2014

Luis Fonsi, Sofia Vergara, Daisy Fuentes, Jennifer Aniston, Michael Strahan and Jon Hamm Join Marlo Thomas to Star in 11th Annual St. Jude Thanks And Giving® Campaign This Holiday Season

Chino y Nacho, Maná, Banda El Recodo, Pamela Silva Conde, Raúl González, Rashel Diaz, Leslie Grace,
and more also lend support to campaign

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Nov. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Luis Fonsi, Sofia Vergara, Daisy Fuentes, Jennifer Aniston, Michael Strahan and Jon Hamm join Marlo Thomas in leading a star-studded roster of celebrities lending their time and talents in support of the 11th annual St. Jude Thanks and Giving^®campaign. This year, a new slate of exclusive online videos starring Pamela Silva Conde, Raúl González, Rashel Diaz, Jencarlos Canela, Leslie Grace, Roberto Tapia, and Ana Maria Canseco have been created for the campaign. Fans from around the world will be able to view these spots from their tablets and smart phone devices across various social media and popular websites.

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St. Jude Thanks and Giving is an unprecedented union of celebrities, media and 60 of the nation’s leading brands and companies that asks consumers to donate while they shop this holiday season and join St. Jude in finding cures and saving children. National television spots and movie theatre trailers featuring the stars alongside St. Jude patients will debut Thanksgiving week and continue running through the end of the year.

“It’s been nearly 10 years since my first visit to St. Jude,” said Luis Fonsi, Puerto Rican singer and Latin Grammy^® winner. “Since then, every time I meet kids fighting for their lives and their families at St. Jude I’m further inspired to help spread their lifesaving mission to my fans and followers. Because St. Jude freely shares the breakthroughs it makes, every child saved at St. Jude means doctors and scientists worldwide can use that knowledge to save thousands more children.”

In addition to the national television and online spots, St. Jude celebrity friends Daisy Fuentes, Keith Urban, Sabrina Soto and Olivia Holt have created and designed special gifts that will be for sale during the holiday season online at the St. Jude Gift Shop with 100 percent of profits, after all related expenses, going back to the hospital.

Daisy Fuentes, entrepreneur, model and fashion designer, designed an exclusive charm necklace, featuring an artistic “LOVE” charm and a St. Jude child logo cutout charm.
World renowned songwriter, vocalist, musician and guitarist Keith Urban designed a holiday ornament featuring one of his guitars, a “St. Jude Rocks” design and his logo on the back.
Design expert Sabrina Soto created a slate cheese board exclusively for St. Jude. The gift set includes an assortment of cheese utensils and two sticks of chalk to help personalize any party spread.
Actress Olivia Holt brought inspiration to an iPhone case with the powerful message, “Keep your head up, keep your heart strong.”

The campaign receives additional support from celebrity friends Maná, Chino y Nacho, Banda El Recodo, Ismael Cala, Ximena Duque, Gabriel Coronel, Gloria Ordaz, Sonja Smith, Alberto Mateo, Roxana Garcia, Karent Sierra, Christian Carabias, Paula Arcila, Anna Sobero, Maria Andrea Fridmann, Guadalupe Venegas, Galo Arellano, Carolina Sandoval, James Tahhan, Juan Manuel Cortes, Carlos Augusto Maldonado, Jose Antonio Alvarez, Fabian Rios, Cynthia Olavarria, Kimberly Dos Ramos, Karolina Con K, Paula Lamas, Lily Aldridge, Marsha Ambrosius, Garcelle Beauvais, Camilla Belle, Max Burkholder, Shirley Caesar, Erica Campbell, Dorinda Clark Cole, Monique Coleman, Rachael Leigh Cook, Judd Daugherty, Ricky Dillard, James Fortune, Brian Geraghty, Hunter Hayes, AJ Johnson, Donnie McClurkin, Jennette McCurdy, Jonathan McReynolds, Smokie Norful, Elisabeth Röhm, Karen Clark Sheard, Marina Squerciati, Mark Steines, Ashley Tisdale, Michelle Williams, Mike Wolfe among others, in the form of social media support, participation in the St. Jude Give thanks. Walk., and more.

“I am always so touched by the love and support our celebrity friends lend to our St. Jude Thanks and Giving program year after year,” said Marlo Thomas. “Beyond their time and talent, they bring their full hearts to this campaign — and you can see that in the genuine warmth they share with the children. The awareness they bring to St. Jude is vital to our mission. Through these beloved stars, we are able to reach millions across the country each year; and in doing so, we continue to receive amazing support, which allows us to keep my father’s founding promise that no family ever pays St. Jude for anything — not for treatment, travel, housing or food. That’s because we believe all a family should worry about is helping their child live.”

The national television spots will air on network and cable television channels, as well as online, in both English and Spanish. In addition, movie trailers starring celebrity friends appear in theatres nationwide – including Regal Entertainment Group, AMC Theatres, Cinemark, Carmike Cinemas and many others – as well as on American Airlines and Delta Air Lines flights. All of the spots, as well as exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, will debut online in late November.

The St. Jude Thanks and Giving campaign began as a holiday-focused fundraising effort and has grown into an annual tradition that has raised more than $487 million thanks to tremendous public support. Throughout the months of November and December, consumers shopping where the St. Jude logo is displayed can make a donation at checkout or purchase specialty items that benefit St. Jude. Those wanting to support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude are also invited to donate online or by phone at 800-4STJUDE. For more information, visit www.stjude.org.

Additional Celebrity Quotes
Sofia Vergara
“This is my 3rd year working with St. Jude and it means so much to be a part of a team that helps save children’s lives,” said Sofia Vergara. “This year I appeared with Sebastian in one of the St. Jude Thanks and Giving television spots. He is such an inspiration to me. Your support will help ensure that Sebastian and so many children like him from across America and around the world continue to benefit from the lifesaving research and treatment being done every day at St. Jude.”

Jennifer Aniston
“I love being a part of the St. Jude Thanks and Giving campaign,” said Jennifer Aniston. “This year I appeared with Sam and Waylon in the TV commercials. They are the true stars and I had so much fun spending time with them. I am so inspired with their amazing courage and perseverance. This holiday season you can join the fight against childhood cancer and help St. Jude continue its research to find cures and save the lives of children across America.”

Michael Strahan
“Over the past several years I’ve met so many of the incredible children receiving treatment at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital,” said Michael Strahan. “Their stories are inspiring and their positive attitudes are amazing. The research being done at St. Jude is so critically important, it benefits children across the country and families don’t have to pay for anything. I hope everyone will join me and support St. Jude in the fight against childhood cancer.”

Jon Hamm
“I am honored to be a part of the St. Jude Thanks and Giving campaign this year,” said Jon Hamm. “With your help, we can give hope to children across the country battling cancer and other deadly diseases. And no family ever pays St. Jude for anything thanks to people who support programs like the St. Jude Thanks and Giving campaign.”

About St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. St. Jude has the world’s best survival rates for the most aggressive childhood cancers, and treatments invented at St. Jude have helped push the overall childhood cancer survival rate from 20 percent to 80 percent since we opened more than 50 years ago. St. Jude is working to drive the overall survival rate for childhood cancer to 90 percent in the next decade. St. Jude freely shares the breakthroughs we make, and every child saved at St. Jude means doctors and scientists worldwide can use that knowledge to save thousands more children. Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food – because all a family should worry about is helping their child live. Join the St. Jude mission by visiting stjude.org or following St. Jude on facebook.com/stjude and twitter.com/stjude

Honda Rolls out the Red Carpet for Developers, Launches Honda Developer Studio in Silicon Valley to Grow App Ecosystem

November 18, 2014

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Honda Rolls out the Red Carpet for Developers, Launches Honda Developer Studio in Silicon Valley to Grow App Ecosystem

MOUNTAIN VIEW, California, Nov. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — As part of its ongoing effort to elevate the connected car experience, Honda has unveiled Honda Developer Studio, an online portal and open innovation workspace in Silicon Valley. The portal and garage will enable developers to work directly with Honda engineers to create apps that are road-ready more quickly. The announcement comes on the heels of Google’s debut release of the Android Auto software developer kit (SDK), which allows Android developers to easily extend their apps to the in-vehicle environment.

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Starting in December, Honda Developer Studio will enable app developers to test their Android Auto apps in a prototype vehicle environment and collaborate with Honda R&D teams. The goal is to help developers refine their ideas and accelerate the learning curve for newcomers to the automotive industry by encouraging them to consider “automotive grade” engineering principles, as well as driver safety and privacy – top Honda priorities – from the get go.

“App developer participation in the automotive space has the potential to transform the in-car experience,” said Nick Sugimoto, senior program director for Honda Silicon Valley Lab. “We want to foster app developer participation and enthusiasm, and help them dream-up new experiences that will give drivers access to the latest in digital innovation.”

Honda Developer Studio is the product of Honda Silicon Valley Lab (HSVL), Honda’s open innovation laboratory in the San Francisco Bay Area. HSVL was founded to help accelerate Honda’s global information technology research and development efforts, and forge new strategic partnerships with technology companies.

Developers interested in working with Honda should visit the Honda Developer Studio portal online, where they will be able to begin a dialogue with Honda engineers and schedule time to meet the team at a newly built workspace in Mountain View.

About Honda

Honda established operations in America in 1959 and now employs more than 39,000 associates in its North American sales, R&D and manufacturing operations with total capital investment in North America exceeding $22 billion.

Honda operates 16 major research and development centers in the U.S., including the Honda Silicon Valley Lab, with the capacity to fully design, develop and engineer many of the products Honda produces in North America.

Based on its longstanding commitment to “build products close to the customer,” Honda operates 17 major manufacturing facilities in North America producing a wide range of Honda and Acura automobiles, automobile engines and transmissions; Honda all-terrain vehicles; power equipment products, such as lawn mowers, mini-tillers and general purpose engines; as well as the HondaJet advanced light jet and GE Honda HF120 jet engines.

Eight Honda auto plants in the region, including four in the U.S., have the capacity to produce 1.92 million automobiles each year. In 2013, more than 94 percent of the Honda and Acura automobiles sold in the U.S. were produced in North America. Those plants today manufacture 11 different models, including four passenger cars and seven light trucks using domestic and globally sourced parts. A fifth U.S. auto plant, the Performance Manufacturing Center, is under construction in Marysville, Ohio, and next year will become the exclusive global production source for the next generation Acura NSX supercar.

Florida Atlantic University Poll Finds Hispanics More Optimistic about the Future than Current Conditions

November 18, 2014

Florida Atlantic University Poll Finds Hispanics More Optimistic about the Future than Current Conditions

BOCA RATON, Fla., Nov. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Hispanic consumers tend to feel they are not doing as well as in the past but anticipate that the growing economy will help improve their situation, according to the latest Hispanic consumer confidence index by the Florida Atlantic University Business and Economic Polling Initiative (FAU BEPI).

The index slipped from 76.4 in September to 73.4 in October. However, the drop was concentrated in the Current Conditions Index, which went from 79.3 in September to 74.6 in October.

When Hispanics were asked about their current personal financial conditions, only 46 percent reported they are better off than a year ago, down from 49 percent in September. Additionally, the number of Hispanics who said it is a good time to buy big ticket items such as furniture, a refrigerator, stove or television also decreased from 53 percent in September to 50 percent in October.

This pessimism about their current conditions is in contrast with the Expectations Index. When asked about the economic outlook for 2015, 57 percent of Hispanics surveyed expected a good financial outlook for the country, up from 50 percent in August. Additionally, two out of three are optimistic about their financial situation for 2015. Optimism about the country during the next five years has increased each month since the BEPI began, from 36 percent in August, to 41 percent in September and finishing at 45 percent in October.

Income strata did not seem to affect the feeling of stagnation but hope for the future. For example, only 34 percent of low income Hispanic households indicated they are better off than a year ago, but 51 percent expect an improvement in their personal finances in 2015.

“A possible explanation for the optimistic outlook of the economy could be that Hispanic consumers believe a stronger labor market will improve their situation,” said Monica Escaleras, director of FAU BEPI.

Additional information about this survey and the initiative can be accessed at www.business.fau.edu/bepi or by contacting Monica Escaleras at 561-297-1312 or [email protected].

Infinity Auto Insurance Hosts AB 60 Informational Workshops

November 18, 2014

Infinity Auto Insurance Hosts AB 60 Informational Workshops

Sessions designed to help Spanish-speaking individuals maneuver through the DMV

and familiarize them with State vehicle insurance requirements

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — With the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) estimating that 1.4 million drivers are unlicensed or insured due to being undocumented, new state law AB 60 will grant undocumented immigrants the opportunity to lawfully obtain a driver’s license starting January 1, 2015.

To help these prospective new drivers get familiar with the proper documentation and procedures needed to obtain their licenses under this new law, including car insurance requirements, Infinity Auto Insurance will continue hosting its series of free AB 60 informational sessions throughout Southern California on Wednesday, November 19, 2014 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

“For more than 60 years, Infinity Auto Insurance has been an industry leader in helping the under served Hispanic community,” said Greg Fasking, Vice President, Consumer Marketing with Infinity Auto Insurance. “These informational workshops are another way insurance shows its commitment to helping Latinos through the important process and privilege of lawfully obtaining a driver’s license.”

Attendees will receive a comprehensive informational package including eligibility requirements, study resources and sample tests to help pass the DMV written test as well as be informed of vehicle insurance requirements needed to take the behind-the-wheel driving exam. Specific questions will also be answered by bilingual Infinity staff at every site regarding the entire process. For more information visit www.infinityauto.com/AB60 or call 1-888-290-AB60.

WHEN:	Wednesday, November 19, 2014
	4 – 6 p.m.

WHERE:	Verdugo Insurance
	8943 Woodman Ave. Pacoima, CA 91331

	Invision Insurance
	6631 Eastern Ave # A Bell Gardens, CA 90201

	UniAmerica Insurance
	935 N. Avalon Blvd. Wilmington, CA 90744

	Gustavo Chavez Vela Auto Insurance
	433 N. State College Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92806

About Infinity Auto Insurance:

Infinity Property and Casualty Corporation (NASDAQ—IPCC) is a national provider of personal automobile insurance. Infinity Insurance is part of the Infinity Property and Casualty group of companies. Infinity received an A “Excellent” Financial Strength Rating from A.M. Best. For more information about Infinity, please visit InfinityAuto.com.