http://www.hispanictips.com Essential Hispanic & Latino News :: Relevant, Trusted, Comprehensive and Useful Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:29:47 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/05/apa-poll-finds-stress-having-an-impact-on-families-hispanics/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/05/apa-poll-finds-stress-having-an-impact-on-families-hispanics/#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:11:55 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=66163
Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=66163 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/05/the-prevention-research-center-prc-in-st-louis-is-launching-a-multinational-research-project-focused-on-preventing-the-leading-causes-of-death-in-hispanics-in-the-united-states-and-latin-america/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/05/the-prevention-research-center-prc-in-st-louis-is-launching-a-multinational-research-project-focused-on-preventing-the-leading-causes-of-death-in-hispanics-in-the-united-states-and-latin-america/#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:13:34 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=66069 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=66069 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/05/photos-latin-music-superstar-luis-fonsi-to-serve-as-celebrity-ambassador-for-the-6th-annual-thanks-and-givingr-campaign-to-support-st-jude-childrens-research-hospitalr/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/05/photos-latin-music-superstar-luis-fonsi-to-serve-as-celebrity-ambassador-for-the-6th-annual-thanks-and-givingr-campaign-to-support-st-jude-childrens-research-hospitalr/#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:14:06 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=66024 Today, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital announced that Latin music superstar Luis Fonsi will serve as an official celebrity ambassador for the 6th Annual Thanks and Giving campaign supporting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The Latin pop music superstar, nominated for two Latin GRAMMY awards for Record of the Year and Song of the Year, will work to raise awareness of the Thanks and Giving campaign and encourage U.S. Latinos to "give thanks for the healthy kids in your life, and give to those who are not" in televised spots to air in Spanish-language markets around the United States. To view the Multimedia News Release, go to: http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/stjude/40838/ (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20091104/NY05001 ) Fonsi joins celebrity artists including Carrie Underwood and Darius Rucker who have volunteered their time to the 2009 Thanks and Giving campaign. Returning to the Thanks and Giving campaign this year are long-time celebrity friends, Jennifer Aniston, Robin Williams, Antonio Banderas and New Orleans Saint's Reggie Bush, who star in the heartwarming national television spots with patients from St. Jude that air during the holiday season. The television spots are produced each year by award-winning producer/director Tony Thomas, the son of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital founder, Danny Thomas. "It is a great honor to be able to be part of the Thanks and Giving campaign, which helps St. Jude continue its life-saving work finding cures for children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases," said Fonsi, a long-time supporter of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. "I am thrilled to be able to do my part to encourage the Latino community to not only give thanks during this holiday season, but also to remember and support the children at St. Jude by making a donation to the hospital." The 2009 campaign welcomes more than 50 partners, who have united during the competitive holiday retail season to raise awareness and funds that are vital to continuing the research and treatment taking place at St. Jude. Returning partners include Target, CVS/pharmacy, Kmart, Kay Jewelers, Dick's Sporting Goods, AutoZone, Williams-Sonoma, Inc, Gymboree, Ann Taylor, New York & Company, Dollar General, HSN, AOL, Brooks Brothers, Domino's Pizza and many more. "Our partners make a true commitment each holiday season to help save the lives of children being treated at St. Jude by asking their customers to donate to the Thanks and Giving campaign during their holiday shopping," said Ms. Thomas. "It is only with these outstanding partners' and their customers' generous support that we are able to never turn a child away because of a family's inability to pay." New partners to this year's campaign include Chico's, Reebok, Ticketmaster, Harry & David and Anna's Linens. The Thanks and Giving campaign, which begins Thanksgiving week and continues through the end of the year, and its partners ask consumers to join them in making a contribution to St. Jude to help save lives of children in communities everywhere. Consumers are asked to shop at companies where the St. Jude Thanks and Giving green magnifying glass logo is displayed; donate online at www.stjude.org, or purchase specialty merchandise created by the partners to support the campaign. A list of fundraising partners is available at www.stjude.org or call 1-800-4STJUDE (1-800-478-5833) or in Spanish by logging onto www.dargracias.org or calling 1-800-2STJUDE (1-800-278-5833). About St. Jude Children's Research Hospital: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is internationally recognized for its pioneering work in finding cures and saving children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. St. Jude is the first and only pediatric cancer center to be designated as a Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute. Founded by late entertainer Danny Thomas and based in Memphis, Tenn., St. Jude freely shares its discoveries with scientific and medical communities around the world. St. Jude is the only pediatric cancer research center where families never pay for treatment not covered by insurance. No child is ever denied treatment because of the family's inability to pay. St. Jude is financially supported by ALSAC, its fundraising organization. For more information, please visit www.stjude.org. SOURCE St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Kelly Ramirez, EuroRSCG Latino, +1-917-854-4207, kellyramirez@eurorscg.com; Erika Mayor, ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, +1-305-260-4495, erika.mayor@stjude.org Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=66024 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/05/for-immigrants-illness-can-bring-a-death-sentence/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/05/for-immigrants-illness-can-bring-a-death-sentence/#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:12:52 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=66022 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=66022 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/05/the-american-heart-association-launches-go-red-por-tu-corazon-at-the-latin-grammys-to-educate-latinas-about-their-heart-health/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/05/the-american-heart-association-launches-go-red-por-tu-corazon-at-the-latin-grammys-to-educate-latinas-about-their-heart-health/#comments Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:00:23 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65988 Today the American Heart Association unveils its Go Red Por Tu Corazon heart health awareness initiative at the 10th Annual Latin GRAMMY® Awards to educate Hispanic women about their threat of heart disease and to empower them to make life-saving choices for themselves and their families.

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Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of Hispanic women and, according to the American Heart Association, Hispanic women are likely to develop heart disease ten years earlier than Caucasian women.

"Go Red Por Tu Corazon is designed to tap into cultural traditions as a means to a healthier lifestyle, and provide Hispanic women and their families with the tools and resources needed to enjoy good heart health," said Luz Marina Prieto, M.D., assistant professor of clinical medicine for the division of endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism for the Miller School of Medicine at the University of Miami. "Our goal is to encourage Hispanic women to protect their hearts so they can be there for the ones they love."

To put heart disease center stage, the American Heart Association has collaborated with one of the biggest Latin cultural events of the year, the Latin GRAMMY® Awards. Go Red Por Tu Corazon kicks off today with the support of attending artists and 2008 Nuestra Belleza Latina winner, Melissa Marty, who will be reporting live from the "green" carpet and asking stars, guests and viewers to make a pledge for better heart health in the Latino community.

"After losing my grandmother to heart disease, I knew I had to make heart-healthy changes in my own lifestyle and encourage my parents and brothers to do the same," said Melissa Marty, 2008 Nuestra Belleza Latina winner and Go Red Por Tu Corazon supporter. "I'm proud to be able to share my experience and inspire other Latinas to do the same and improve their heart health."

To provide life-saving education beyond the awards show, a series of video segments featuring Melissa Marty, Latin GRAMMY® attending artists, and fashion expert Martin Llorens will be available throughout the month on Univision.com, Keyword: Go Red Corazon.

In launching Go Red Por Tu Corazon, the American Heart Association has strengthened its commitment to preventing heart disease amongst Latina women. By focusing on family and cultural traditions, Go Red Por Tu Corazon hopes to promote a healthy lifestyle within the Hispanic community.

Since its inception in 2004, Go Red For Women has helped raise awareness of the No. 1 killer of women and inspired millions to make heart-healthy changes. Powered by American Heart Association research, Go Red For Women provides women with the tools and resources to beat this largely preventable disease.

For free heart-health tips and recipes from the American Heart Association and to learn more about Go Red Por Tu Corazon, please call 1-888-474-VIVE.

About Go Red Por Tu Corazon

Since 2004, Go Red For Women has focused on the general population to capture the energy, passion and intelligence of women to work collectively to wipe out heart disease, the No. 1 killer of women. Go Red Por Tu Corazon is the bilingual and bicultural movement of Go Red For Women to educate Latinas to the threat of cardiovascular disease with the goal of inspiring them and their families to take care of their heart health. For more information about Go Red Por Tu Corazon, please visit GoRedCorazon.org or call 888-474-VIVE (numerico 8483). Go Red Por Tu Corazon is nationally sponsored by Macy's and Merck & Co., Inc.

About the American Heart Association

Founded in 1924, we're the nation's oldest and largest voluntary health organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of heart disease and stroke. To help prevent, treat and defeat these diseases -- America's No. 1 and No. 3 killers -- we fund cutting-edge research, conduct lifesaving public and professional educational programs, and advocate to protect public health. To learn more or join us in helping all Americans, call 1-800-AHA-USA1 or visit americanheart.org.

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1-888-474-VIVE; or visit americanheart.org
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On October 30th, Comunilife recognized these five outstanding personalities of the New York City community as it celebrates its 20th Anniversary. Dr. Eliscer Guzman received this prestigious acknowledgment for his vision to provide unique services through the Community Diabetes and Cardiovascular Care Program in association with the Mount Sinai Medical Center.

It is the second recognition in a week that honors Dr. Guzman's commitment with the community. Last Friday, he received the National Hispanic Corporate Achievers (NHCA) Award for the success of the Cardiology and Diabetes Center in the Manhattan area, a facility that serves to the most vulnerable Latino community in the city.

About Dr. Eliscer Guzman

Cardiologist and long-time practitioner of Internal Medicine in New York, Dr. Guzman has actively focused on community education to reduce the diabetes epidemic among Latinos and teach diabetics and their family members how to manage and control the disease. Dr. Guzman is clinically affiliated with The Mount Sinai Medicine School and has distinguished himself through his accomplishments of helping the community address their cardiovascular health conditions. In 2007, he received the Latino Trendsetter Award from DTM Magazine. Dr. Guzman is the Founder and Medical Director of the Cardiology and Diabetes Care Center.

About The Mount Sinai Hospital

Founded in 1852, The Mount Sinai Hospital is one of the country's oldest and largest voluntary teaching hospitals. Mount Sinai is internationally acclaimed for excellence in clinical care, education, and scientific research in medicine.

About Comunilife

Comunilife is a not-for-profit organization to enhance the quality of life and create a healthier tomorrow for the underserved communities living in New York City. Every year, Comunilife celebrates its accomplishments, future endeavors and honors individuals whom through their work and dedication to the citizens of New York City, embody the ideals and vision of Comunilife. This year's event will help the organization raise funds for Life is Precious - our newly created program aimed at reducing the risk of suicide among Latina girls between the ages of 12 and 16.

About NHCA

The National Hispanic Corporate Achievers promotes the advancement of diversity and inclusion of Hispanic talent in corporate America. This mission includes hiring, promoting and retaining Hispanics, highlighting Hispanic leaders and role models, and sharing knowledge and best practices between corporations. Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65671 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/02/rep-raul-grijalva-co-chair-of-progressive-caucus-vows-to-bring-%e2%80%9crobust%e2%80%9d-public-option-to-house-floor/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/02/rep-raul-grijalva-co-chair-of-progressive-caucus-vows-to-bring-%e2%80%9crobust%e2%80%9d-public-option-to-house-floor/#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:14:07 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65652 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65652 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/02/texas-needs-spanish-speaking-social-workers/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/11/02/texas-needs-spanish-speaking-social-workers/#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:52:18 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65639 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65639 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/30/national-alliance-for-hispanic-health-applauds-confirmation-of-dr-regina-benjamin-as-the-18th-surgeon-general-of-the-united-states/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/30/national-alliance-for-hispanic-health-applauds-confirmation-of-dr-regina-benjamin-as-the-18th-surgeon-general-of-the-united-states/#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:41:25 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65570 The Senate has done the right thing for the nation's health in confirming Dr. Regina Benjamin as our nation's 18th U.S. Surgeon General," said Dr. Jane L. Delgado, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health, the nation's leading Hispanic health advocacy group. "As a woman in the field of health I am proud that she will become the third woman to serve as Surgeon General of the United States. She is a true inspiration to girls considering health and science careers." Dr. Delgado said of Dr. Benjamin, "She is a talented doctor who has shown her commitment to do the best thing for her patient's health despite any challenges that may stand in the way. Dr. Benjamin is the right Surgeon General for this time in our history as we face a range of public health challenges, including the H1N1 state-of-emergency. Our nation is fortunate to have her as America's doctor as we move towards health reform. Dr. Benjamin's straightforward communication and compassion will help us all better know our options and choices on the road ahead to the best health outcomes for all." 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 advocate for the health of Hispanics in the United States. The Alliance represents thousands of Hispanic health providers across the nation providing services to more than 15 million each year, making a daily difference in the lives of Hispanic communities and families. For more information, call the Alliance's Su Familia National Hispanic Family Health Helpline at 1-866-783-2645 or visit www.hispanichealth.org. Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65570 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/30/puerto-rico-lawmakers-have-voted-to-adopt-one-of-the-worlds-lowest-legal-limits-for-drunk-driving/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/30/puerto-rico-lawmakers-have-voted-to-adopt-one-of-the-worlds-lowest-legal-limits-for-drunk-driving/#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:20:57 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/30/puerto-rico-lawmakers-have-voted-to-adopt-one-of-the-worlds-lowest-legal-limits-for-drunk-driving/ HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65545 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/30/lulac-hails-the-inclusion-of-puerto-rico-in-the-house-healthcare-bill/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/30/lulac-hails-the-inclusion-of-puerto-rico-in-the-house-healthcare-bill/#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:12:32 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65530 The League of United Latin American Citizens, the largest and oldest Hispanic civil rights organization in the country, hails the inclusion of Puerto Rico in legislation rolled out by House Democrats yesterday. A vote is likely to take place next week.

“The House bill presented today is a triumph for all of Puerto Rico,” said LULAC National President Rosa Rosales. “The island will receive an unprecedented amount of funds and we are on track to meet our goal that not a single Puerto Rican is without adequate insurance.”

The legislation includes important provisions that will allow the government of Puerto Rico to provide healthcare coverage to the more than 400,000 islanders who don’t have a medical plan or whose coverage falls short.

The plan would bring $12.8 billion in Medicaid funds to Puerto Rico between 2011 and 2019, a dramatic $9.1 billion increase over current funding under the federal program for low-income patients. The island would receive another $3.7 billion in an insurance exchange program and allow coverage for Puerto Rico residents of moderate incomes who don’t qualify for the local Health Reform.

Importantly, the House bill would require the federal Department of Health and Human Services to present a plan to Congress before October 1, 2013 a detailed plan on bringing Puerto Rico to full parity in Medicaid funding.

The Senate Finance Committee plan, meanwhile, would grant Puerto Rico and the territories a smaller Medicaid boost, or around $7 billion, and not provide access to the exchange. A competing plan from another Senate panel envisions including the territories.

The League of United Latin American Citizens, the largest and oldest Hispanic membership organization in the country, advances the economic conditions, educational attainment, political influence, health, housing and civil rights of Hispanic Americans through community-based programs operating at more than 700 LULAC councils nationwide. Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65530 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/30/todobebe-and-molina-healthcare-produce-national-public-service-announcements/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/30/todobebe-and-molina-healthcare-produce-national-public-service-announcements/#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2009 16:33:20 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65501 Todobebé and Molina Healthcare, Inc., announced today the release of three new public service announcements (PSAs) designed to improve health education among Spanish-speaking families and their children. The PSAs feature a series of health education tips related to important issues that include: childhood asthma, childhood obesity and prenatal care. The PSAs will appear on Univision, the leading Spanish language media company serving the growing Latino population in the United States. Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65501 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/29/studies-find-chronic-disease-awareness-lacking-among-us-latinos-without-usual-source-of-care/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/29/studies-find-chronic-disease-awareness-lacking-among-us-latinos-without-usual-source-of-care/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:49:55 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65438 Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65438 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/29/not-a-healthy-state-for-all-latinos-in-the-us/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/29/not-a-healthy-state-for-all-latinos-in-the-us/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:47:59 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65435 Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65435 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/29/special-issue-of-medical-journal-explores-latino-health-and-healthcare/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/29/special-issue-of-medical-journal-explores-latino-health-and-healthcare/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:45:47 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65431 Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65431 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/29/health-insurance-status-among-us-latinos-affects-perception-of-quality-of-health-care/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/29/health-insurance-status-among-us-latinos-affects-perception-of-quality-of-health-care/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:44:17 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65428 Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65428 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/28/latino-leaders-launch-national-campaign-for-healthcare-reform-new-website-unveiled-today-will-educate-and-mobilize-community-on-healthcare-reform/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/28/latino-leaders-launch-national-campaign-for-healthcare-reform-new-website-unveiled-today-will-educate-and-mobilize-community-on-healthcare-reform/#comments Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:16:04 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=65355 A coalition of national, state and local Hispanic leaders who are advocating in support of healthcare reform announced today the creation of Latinos United for Healthcare (LUH) and the launch of www.latinosunitedforhealthcare.org. Latinos United for Healthcare will serve as a platform for Latino leaders to engage in the healthcare reform debate and its website will be an organizing tool, providing relevant and up-to-date information about the current debate as well as ways to advocate for reform.

“We are asking all our LULAC members visit web site today and share their personal stories of struggle with us,” said LULAC National President Rosa Rosales. “With one in three Latinos lacking health insurance it is important that we speak out for the passage of health care reform now.”

LUH will work directly with national Latino organizations, as well as with Hispanic state and local elected officials, health experts, medical professionals, and community advocates. The campaign will include educational briefings in target states, media outreach and grassroots lobbying.

“In the coming weeks, Congress will have no doubt where the Latino community stands, said Rosales.”

The guiding principles of the coalition are to: 1) Improve and make healthcare more affordable; 2) End healthcare disparities; and 3) Not permit discrimination in the care received by the individual or families.

In support of these principles, LULAC invites the Latinos to visit www.latinosunitedforhealthcare.org to learn more and sign the petition.

The League of United Latin American Citizens, the oldest and largest Hispanic membership organization in the country, advances the economic conditions, educational attainment, political influence, health, housing and civil rights of Hispanic Americans through community-based programs operating at more than 700 LULAC councils nationwide. Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://js-kit.com/rss/www.hispanictips.com/p=65355 0