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LOS ANGELES, CA – On Saturday, December 1, 2018, the National Alliance for Hispanic Health and the Mexican American Opportunity Foundation will celebrate their 12th Annual ¡Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving!® in Los Angeles with a very special guest — Walkaround Elmo from Sesame Street®! The event brings needed health services and a day of fun to promote physical activity and good nutrition in Hispanic communities for better health and wellness for all. "For twelve years, ¡Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving! ® has provided nutrition education, free health screenings and wellness activities to communities across the nation," said Dr. Jane L. Delgado, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health. "We are proud to welcome to Los Angeles for the first time our new partners Sesame Street in Communities® and Walkaround Elmo who will be at the event greeting children," concluded Dr. Delgado. In addition, the event will feature a 5K Family Walk and Run at Clara Street Park. Families and individuals can pre-register for this fun walk and run at https://racewire.com/register.php?id=9952. "We are glad to provide ongoing support for ¡Vive tu vida! Get Up! Get Moving!® events across the country," Robert Forrester, President and CEO of Newman's Own Foundation, said. "These programs bring communities together, empower individuals to improve their health and address a broad range of needs at the local level." The event will also include featured partner, National Institutes of Health (NIH)'s All of Us Research Program. "Our partnership with the Alliance is fundamental to keep our communities healthier and it does not stop with this event. This year we are supporting efforts at the national level to increase the inclusion of Hispanics in clinical and biomedical research by bringing the All of Us Research Program to Los Angeles," said Martin Castro, President and CEO of the Mexican American Opportunity Foundation. "The participation of diverse communities in All of Us will help build the foundation for a new era of health care where medicine is tailored to each person," concludes Mr. Castro. The All of Us Research Program is an ambitious effort to advance individualized prevention, treatment and care for people of all backgrounds. People ages 18 and older, regardless of health status, will be able to enroll. What: A day of family fun, health screenings, fitness and nutrition Health Screenings: Cholesterol, Glucose, Blood Pressure, Flu Shots, Dental and more! Fitness: Zumba, Yoga, and Obstacle Courses Nutrition: Fresh Fruits and Healthy Snacks, and Educational Resources Family fun: Walkaround Elmo, Kid Zone, Music, Dancing, School Performances, and more! Where: Clara Street Park - 4835 Clara Street - Cudahy, CA 90201 When: Saturday, December 1, 2018 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Cost: FREE! ™/© 2018 Sesame Workshop. All Rights Reserved. SOURCE National Alliance for Hispanic Health Related Links https://healthyamericas.org http://getupgetmoving.org https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lets-celebrate-vive-tu-vida-get-up-get-moving-in-los-angeles-with-walkaround-elmo-from-sesame-street-and-5k-family-walk-and-run-300757218.html

WASHINGTON, May 15, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- "Very few Hispanics are aware of lupus even though Hispanic women are among those with a higher prevalence of the disease," said Dr. Jane Delgado, President and CEO, of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (The Alliance), the nation's leading Hispanic health advocacy group. "That is why it is important to raise awareness about lupus in Hispanic/Latino communities, and in particular among women. They need to know what is lupus, what are the signs and symptoms, and that lupus can be better controlled if diagnosed early." May is Lupus Awareness Month and the Alliance's Let's Talk About Lupus/Hablemos del lupus Program is helping to increase awareness about lupus among Hispanics, connect individuals to services in their community, and advance health care practitioners' knowledge on diagnosis and treatment to improve outcomes for those with lupus. As part of this initiative and in collaboration with the Lupus Foundation of America, the Alliance developed ¿Podría tener lupus? (Could you Have Lupus?), a fact-sheet and a companion Info-Card in Spanish, with key information about what is lupus, the symptoms and organs it can affect, to encourage patients to ask their providers questions. These materials along with the program PSAs are available at http://www.healthyamericas.org/lets-talk-about-lupus.html "There are medications and steps that a person can take to control it", said Dr. Delgado. "With these new Spanish-language lupus resources, we want to raise awareness and help close the knowledge gap with regards to lupus among Hispanics. Consumers can also call our toll- free Su Familia Helpline at 1-866-783-2645 to get answers to their questions about lupus and receive referrals to health resources in their community," added Dr. Delgado. Lupus is a serious autoimmune disease that can lead to inflammation and damage to many organs and body tissues. Lupus is often misdiagnosed for many reasons as there is no single test that can be used to know if someone has lupus. About the National Alliance for Hispanic Health: The Alliance 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 healthyamericas.org or call the Alliance's Su Familia Helpline at 1-866-783-2645, or find us on Facebook at healthyamericas or on Twitter at health4americas. SOURCE: National Alliance for Hispanic Health

Washington, DC – "The key to unlocking the next great breakthroughs in science and medicine is understanding the diversity of our individual health experiences. Today, our nation takes a significant step forward in realizing the promise of precision medicine with the launch of the NIH All of Us Research Program. The National Alliance for Hispanic Health is proud to be a part of this ambitious effort to realize a future when disease treatment and prevention will be tailored to the individual. With our partners across the country, the Alliance is fully committed to encouraging one million or more people to stand with us on this landmark in history and forge a healthier future for all of us. Join with us at joinallofus.org/juntos,” encouraged Dr. Jane L. Delgado, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health. ### About the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (The Alliance) The Alliance is the nation's foremost science-based source of information and trusted advocate for the best health for all. For more information, about the Alliance please visit https://www.healthyamericas.org or call the Alliance's Su Familia National Hispanic Family Health Helpline at 1-866-783-2645.

2018 Healthy Americas Survey also finds support for policies promoting healthy food access and tobacco control; community agencies actively involved in civic engagement efforts Washington, DC. Marking the 45th Anniversary of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance), the Healthy Americas Institute today released a far-ranging survey of the opinions and priorities of Hispanic leadership for fostering healthy communities. The principal executive officers of 110 community-based health and human services organizations responded to the survey with those organizations representing 673 program delivery sites providing services to 3.8 million people annually. “A key insight from the study is that surveyed Hispanic leadership sees access to quality affordable health care as the top priority for elected officials as well as employers and business sector. Leadership also expressed strong support for policies that reduce the prevalence of unhealthy foods, particularly for children, and policies that limit youth access to tobacco, particularly e-cigarettes, and that ban smoking in the workplace and multi-unit housing,” said Jane L. Delgado, PhD, MS, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health, the nation’s leading Hispanic health advocacy group. “The study found that Hispanic community organizations surveyed are conducting formal needs assessments to ensure programs are closely aligned with the priorities of the community residents they serve. These Hispanic organizations are actively engaging a broad range of partners to meet their mission of health and well-being. It is clear that Hispanic organizations are engaged in policy change and deliver a broad range of civic engagement services to help ensure that all are a part of our national democratic experiment and help to craft the future of their communities and the nation,” emphasized Dr. Delgado. Other key findings from the study (more on the attached key findings): Health Status: Less than one in five (18%) Hispanic serving community agency leaders surveyed reported that the health of the communities they serve is good (13%), very good (3%) or excellent (2%) with 80% saying community health status is either fair (41%) or poor (39%). Food and Health: After access to health care, access to affordable and nutritious food was the second most frequently cited priority for healthy communities and more than two-thirds (71%) of surveyed organizations are conducting efforts such as food banks or nutrition education to achieve this priority. Housing and Jobs: In addition to traditional public health efforts, leaders pointed to affordable housing (35%) and good jobs and healthy economy (31%) as important factors for a healthy community. Civic Engagement: Four out of five (79%) surveyed community organization leaders reported they have a working relationship with local elected or appointed officials in carrying out their mission. The survey was released at www.healthyamericasinstitute.org marking the 45th anniversary of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health and the future of its mission of best health for all. “This new study demonstrates the importance in Hispanic communities of broad community partnerships, policy change, and civic engagement to foster healthy communities. It provides policymakers with a new source of information to ensure the best health for all by crafting policies and programs that recognize the importance of both common interests and diversity,” concluded Dr. Delgado. ### Methodology Statement. The Healthy Americas Survey of Hispanic Serving Health and Human Services Organizations was conducted by SSRS, an independent research company. The principal executive leaders of 470 organizations received personal requests to participate in the online survey. The 470 organizations were drawn from IRS records of tax-exempt organizations filling IRS form 990 and indexed under the National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE) as a health care (E21, E32, E70) or human services (P20, P30, and P40, P83, P84) organization serving a community, based on Census Data, with a 50% or greater Hispanic population. A total of 110 organizations accepted the survey invite (92 completing and 18 partial completions) for a 23.4% participation rate. The survey was piloted from August 14 to August 26, 2018 with full fielding (English and Spanish) August 27 to September 19, 2018. The 110 organization respondents represented a total 673 program sites delivering services to 3.8 million people annually. Support Statement. The 2018 Healthy Americas Survey is an initiative of the Healthy Americas Institute of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health at the University of Southern California (USC) Keck School of Medicine. The survey received support from the Healthy Americas Foundation. Support was also provided in part by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect the views of RWJF. About the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (The Alliance). The Alliance is the nation's foremost science-based source of information and trusted advocate for the best health for all. For more information, about the Alliance please visit http://www.healthyamericas.org or call the Alliance's Su Familia National Hispanic Family Health Helpline at 1-866-783-2645. The Alliance established the Healthy Americas Institute at the University of Southern California (USC) Keck School of Medicine Institute for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention. The Institute is the Alliance’s principal research center supporting the Alliance’s mission and dedicated to improving our national understanding of health and well-being. For more information please visit http://www.healthyamericasinstitute.org Link: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/access-to-affordable-quality-health-care-is-top-priority-of-hispanic-community-leadership-300767755.html

Ambitious effort to enroll 1 million people to accelerate research and improve health Lindsay, OK - “South Central Medical Center is so excited and proud to be a part of this program with the National Institutes of Health and the National Alliance for Hispanic Health. This is a fantastic opportunity for the residents of rural southern Oklahoma to have an impact on the future of healthcare for today and for years to come,” said Lacy Curry, South Central Medical & Resource Center CEO. South Central Medical & Resource Center announced its partnership with the National Alliance for Hispanic Health to host the National Institutes of Health’s All of Us Journey, a traveling, hands-on exhibit that raises awareness about the All of Us Research Program. All of Us is an unprecedented effort to gather genetic, biological, environmental, health and lifestyle data from 1 million or more volunteer participants living in the United States. The program’s ultimate goal is to accelerate research and improve health. “We are bringing the All of Us Research Program directly to people all across the country to continue our work to increase the inclusion of all communities in clinical and biomedical research. Through the Journey traveling exhibit we will increase the participation of diverse communities in All of Us to help build the foundation for a new era of health care where medicine is tailored to each person,” said Dr. Jane L. Delgado, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health. All of Us seeks to transform the relationship between researchers and participants, bringing them together as partners to inform the program’s directions, goals and responsible return of research information. One of those partners is the National Alliance for Hispanic Health who through their Todos Juntos effort is partnering with organizations across the country, including the South Central Medical & Resource Center, to provide information on All of Us and demonstrate the central role Hispanic communities must play to usher in the future of health. All of Us aims to reflect the rich diversity of the U.S. to help ensure that each community is included in studies that lead to improved health for future generations. Participants will be able to access their own health information, summary data about the entire participant community and information about studies and findings that come from All of Us. Lindsay’s community can visit the All of Us Journey from February 11th to the 15th at South Central Medical & Resource Center (216 South Main Street in Lindsay, OK 73052). To learn more about the program, please visit JoinAllofUs.org/juntos. Contact: Edgar Gil Rico, National Alliance for Hispanic Health – emg@healthyamericas.org

Washington, DC – Today’s CBO estimate of 22 million people losing health insurance should be a bill stopper. This bill w as supposed to increase the number of people who have health insurance. As it stands the legislation is unconscionable,” said Jane L. Delgado, PhD, MS, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health, the nation’s leading Hispanic health advocacy group. “It’s time for legislators to go back to the drafting table. The American people deserve bipartisan legislation that will deliver on the promise of insurance for everybody. Congress must (1) ensure access for people with pre-existing conditions instead of enacting barriers to access that may be a death sentence; (2) roll back Medicaid cuts and allow for rates of growth that reflect the reality of an aging population; (3) ensure an orderly transition that does not disrupt care and ensures states can respond to changes in away that reduces cost growth without compromising quality and access; and, (4) strengthen and expand the network of community health centers that have a proven capacity to deliver quality services,” emphasized Dr. Delgado. “The one thing that everybody agrees on is that our system is not perfect, so it is time to start working in a bipartisan fashion and serve the interests of the nation. The American people deserve better,” concluded Dr. Delgado. ### About the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (The Alliance) The Alliance is the nation's foremost science-based source of information and trusted advocate for the best health outcomes for all. For more information, visit: http://www.healthyamericas.org or call the Alliance's Su Familia National Hispanic Family Health Helpline at 1-866-783-2645.

Washington, DC – "Enjoy the summer and the warm weather. Just don't transmit— wear a mask," emphasized Jane L. Delgado, PhD, MS, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance). She added, "In a recent outing in my neighborhood, I was surprised when I saw that only 1 out 5 people walking around were wearing masks." The new COVID-19 "Wear a Mask Save a Life Campaign" is the latest resource from the National Alliance for Hispanic Health and can be downloaded for free (www.healthyamericas.org). "In these times of social distancing and isolation inside our homes, it's important to remind everyone to wear a mask when you go outside. This way you can still enjoy your outdoor activities and protect yourself and others," said Jane L. Delgado, PhD, MS, President and CEO of the Alliance. The wear a mask message was developed when Edgar Gil Rico, Senior Director for Innovation and Program Development at the Alliance was out for his daily run and noticed that most people did not use masks. "I run at 5am so as to allow for social distancing but I also use a mask. It was amazing to me how many people were not wearing a mask." The importance of a mask has many dimensions. "You cannot tell by looking at someone whether or not they are carrying COVID19. Wearing a mask is what we do to protect each other," emphasized Dr. Delgado. To download the free messages and other COVID-19 information, go to healthyamericas.org or for the Spanish language version go to nuestrasalud.org. ### About the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance). The Alliance is the nation's foremost science-based source of information and trusted advocate for the health of Hispanics in the United States with a mission to achieve the best health for all. For more information visit us www.healthyamericas.org. Download a PDF of this press release at: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/dont-transmit-wear-a-mask-301065726.html

WASHINGTON, May 25, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- "The Congressional Budget Office's (CBO) report that 23 million would lose insurance under the House healthcare reform bill is news that no one finds acceptable. We must work so everyone can have health insurance; any discussion must start there," said Jane L. Delgado, PhD, MS, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance), the nation's leading Hispanic health advocacy group. "The pledge of 'insurance for everybody' should be the rallying cry on both sides of the aisle. The one thing that everybody in Congress has agreed on is that our system is not perfect, so it is time to start working in a bipartisan fashion and serve the interests of the nation." emphasized Dr. Delgado. Among actions that the Alliance emphasized would benefit the nation, are: Rescuing the working uninsured currently trapped in the coverage gap (having too high an income to qualify for Medicaid, but too low an income to afford insurance premiums); Expanding Medicaid, instead of capping and cutting it; Market reforms to bring insurance companies back into abandoned markets; and, Strengthening and expanding the network of community health centers that have a proven capacity to deliver culturally proficient, quality services. "The outcome of 23 million people losing insurance is unacceptable. Now is the time to fix our nation's health care system to ensure access for all. Bipartisan action on this national priority is what is needed," concluded Dr. Delgado. About the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (The Alliance) The Alliance is the nation's foremost science-based source of information and trusted advocate for the best health outcomes for all. For more information, visit http://www.healthyamericas.org or call the Alliance's Su Familia National Hispanic Family Health Helpline at 1-866-783-2645. SOURCE National Alliance for Hispanic Health For additional information: The Congressional Budget Office's (CBO) Cost Estimate for H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017

WASHINGTON, May 24, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- "We are witnessing an Hispanic Aging boom," said Jane L. Delgado, PhD, MS, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health, the nation's leading Hispanic health advocacy group. "Hispanics are one of the fastest growing segments of older adults; however, community resources are not meeting the needs of our population. The partnership announced today seeks to change that by supporting new PACE programs in Hispanic communities so that all have access to quality care," added Dr. Delgado. PACE is an innovative model of care for persons 55+, often bringing together Medicare and Medicaid funding, and centered on the belief that it is better for the well-being of people with chronic care needs to live and be served in the community whenever possible. Delivering all needed medical and supportive services, a PACE program provides the entire continuum of care and services to people with chronic care needs. "We all want the best care for our aging loved ones, but getting that care can be frustrating," said Shawn Bloom, President and CEO of the National PACE Association. "Families who are a part of PACE experience a caring environment in which their loved ones receive quality care, coordination and support is provided so family members have a respite from caregiver duties allowing them to work and support their family's economic well-being, and a person can continue to live in the community," emphasized Mr. Bloom. "PACE is a model of care that has always faced hurdles in accessing sufficient and affordable financing," said Bob Montanari, Senior Vice President of National Cooperative Bank. "We are delighted to be working with the Alliance and NPA and we expect our commitment will provide new opportunities for PACE development and expansion in Hispanic communities," stated Mr. Montanari. "May is Older Americans Month and an appropriate time to honor our nation's older adults. If you need information on PACE in your community or other services for yourself or someone you know, we are here to help. Please call our bilingual and toll-free Su Familia helpline at 1-866-783-2645," concluded Dr. Delgado. SOURCE National Alliance for Hispanic Health

Alliance submitted comments to ACOG and HRSA stating that: women face a number of unique health issues and concerns that are ignored; cultural, ethnic and genomic differences—some quite significant—among women are not reflected in the recommendations; the central role of mental health services in women’s health and well-being is absent from the preventive services recommendations; and, the Initiative lacks the transparency that usually accompanies public guideline setting activities. Download the PDF

Ambitious effort to enroll 1 million people to accelerate research and improve health Washington, DC – The future of medicine will be treatment and prevention tailored to the individual. But that future will only be realized if more people in this country are a part of our national science base. Today, our nation took a major step forward with the announcement of four organizations, including the National Alliance for Hispanic Health, to support engagement of diverse communities in the All of Us Research Program,” said Jane L. Delgado, PhD, MS, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health, the nation’s leading Hispanic health advocacy group. All of Us is an ambitious effort to gather data over time from 1 million or more people living in the United States, with the ultimate goal of accelerating research and improving health. Unlike research studies that are focused on a specific disease or population, All of Us will serve as a national research resource to inform thousands of studies, covering a wide variety of health conditions. Researchers will use data from the program to learn more about how individual differences in lifestyle, environment and biological makeup can influence health and disease. By taking part, people will be able to learn more about their own health and contribute to an effort that will advance the health of generations to come. "Community partners are integral to All of Us," said Eric Dishman, director of All of Us at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). "This first-of-its-kind program seeks to include people from all walks of life, and our community partner awardees were selected to help achieve that goal." "We're committed to ensuring that participant perspectives are considered throughout every aspect of the program," said Dara Richardson-Heron, M.D., All of Us chief engagement officer. "Guaranteeing a voice to those who are typically underrepresented in medical research is step one." “The best health outcomes for all can be achieved, but we all must be a part of the answer. All of Us is a historic opportunity to be a part of the solution and create a healthier future for ourselves and all our loved ones. You can learn more by visiting https://allofus.nih.gov,” concluded Dr. Delgado. ### About the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (The Alliance) The Alliance is the foremost science-based source of information and trusted advocate for the best health outcomes for all. The nation’s largest network of Hispanic health and human service providers, our community-based members reach more than 15 million persons throughout the U.S. and our national members provide services to more than 100 million people annually. For more information, visit www.healthyamericas.org or call the Alliance's Su Familia Helpline at 1-866-783-2645.

WASHINGTON, March 10, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- "The beverage industry has pursued a strategy of legal obstruction and put profits over the health of people. I am confident that the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania will rule instead in favor of the health and well-being of the residents of Philadelphia," said Dr. Jane L. Delgado, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health, the nation's leading Hispanic health advocacy group. Today, the Alliance and a diverse group of partners filed an amicus brief with the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania in support of a 1.5 cents per ounce sugary beverages tax (levied on distributors of sweetened beverages) that went into effect on January 1, 2017. The brief cited scientific literature on the contribution of sugary drinks to obesity and chronic disease such as diabetes, targeted marketing to youth and racial and ethnic groups, and reduction of sugary drink consumption as part of a strategy for improved community health. The brief also argues forcefully for the right of the elected members of the Philadelphia City Council to govern for the public's health and welfare. "We are proud to be on the right side of this issue for the health of all communities and families. The City of Philadelphia sugary beverages tax is a common-sense approach to promote healthier environments for all and will serve as a model for the nation," concluded Dr. Delgado. (Lora Jean Williams et al. v. City of Philadelphia et al. Docket Nos. 2077, 2078 CD 2016) 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 www.healthyamericas.org or call the Alliance's Su Familia Helpline at 1-866-783-2645, or find us on Facebook at healthyamericas or on Twitter at health4americas. SOURCE National Alliance for Hispanic Health