American Honda Sales Continue Recovery, Despite Inventory Issues and COVID-19 Business Challenges

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American Honda

Honda

Acura

Total

Cars

Trucks

Total

Cars

Trucks

Total

Cars

Trucks

Q2

293,502

122,665

170,837

27,458

6,828

20,630

266,044

115,837

150,207

-27.9%

-34.5%

-22.3%

-26.5%

-33.8%

-23.8%

-28.1%

-34.5%

-22.1%

Total

Cars

Trucks

Total

Cars

Trucks

Total

Cars

Trucks

June

114,774

45,886

68,888

12,071

2,684

9,387

102,703

43,202

59,501

-15.5%

-25.9%

-6.9%

-0.6%

-15.9%

4.8%

-17%

-26.4%

-8.5%

“We’ve returned to business with April to June sales stronger than we could have expected, with the pace of recovery accelerating in the second half of the quarter,” said Dave Gardner, executive vice president of Auto Sales at American Honda Motor Co., Inc.  “We’re running a bit lean on inventory, but our dealers have been remarkably nimble in adapting to one of the greatest challenges our industry has ever seen and our production team is working extra days this week to supply our customers.  Now, we anxiously anticipate the arrival of the all-new Acura TLX to bring some real excitement to Acura showrooms.”

American Honda COVID-19 Support: The Honda and Acura brands are offering select and eligible first responders and healthcare professionals a $1,000 discount on new vehicles financed or leased through Honda Financial Services or Acura Financial Services through July 6.

HONDA

BRAND REPORT

Sales Highlights

Notes

June sales continued the recovery that started in May, though supply issues limited sales potential on several fronts.  Still, truck sales came within 8.5% of June 2019.

  • Pilot sales topped June 2019, rising 4.7% on sales of 12,128 units.
  • CR-V posted a solid performance with sales of 26,488 vehicles.
  • Civic continues to lead the industry in passenger car retail sales in 2020, strengthened by sales of 23,260 units in June.

Honda ranks #1 in America with the highest fleet average fuel economy and lowest CO2 emissions of any full-line automaker.

 

ACURA

BRAND REPORT

Sales Highlights

Notes

Acura sales returned to a normal pace in June, virtually equaling the previous June sales with trucks leading the way.

  • Acura truck sales climbed a total of 4.8% in June.
  • RDX had its strongest sales month since December, gaining 11.1% over June 2019 on sales of 5,410 units.
  • MDX deliveries reached 3,977 for the month, also its best sales result since December

The all-new 2021 Acura TLX arrives early this fall as the brand’s quickest, best-handling and most well-appointed sedan in the brand’s 35-year history. The new model debuted digitally on May 28th and was received enthusiastically by dealers and prospective customers.

 

American Honda Vehicle Sales for June 2020

Month-to-Date

Year-to-Date

June 2020

June 2019

DSR** %
Change

MoM %
Change

June 2020

June 2019

DSR** %
Change

YoY %
Change

American Honda Total

114,774

135,901

-12.2%

-15.5%

592,287

776,995

-23.8%

-23.8%

Total Car Sales

45,886

61,899

-22.9%

-25.9%

254,510

356,310

-28.6%

-28.6%

Total Truck Sales

68,888

74,002

-3.2%

-6.9%

337,777

420,685

-19.7%

-19.7%

Honda

Total Car Sales

43,202

58,706

-23.5%

-26.4%

239,244

335,358

-28.7%

-28.7%

Honda

Total Truck Sales

59,501

65,047

-4.9%

-8.5%

297,053

367,870

-19.3%

-19.3%

Acura

Total Car Sales

2,684

3,193

-12.6%

-15.9%

15,266

20,952

-27.1%

-27.1%

Acura

Total Truck Sales

9,387

8,955

9.0%

4.8%

40,724

52,815

-22.9%

-22.9%

* Total Domestic Car Sales

39,850

53,061

-21.9%

-24.9%

221,429

293,354

-24.5%

-24.5%

Honda Division

37,292

49,918

-22.3%

-25.3%

206,565

273,075

-24.4%

-24.4%

Acura Division

2,558

3,143

-15.4%

-18.6%

14,864

20,279

-26.7%

-26.7%

* Total Domestic Truck Sales

68,861

72,419

-1.1%

-4.9%

337,162

405,307

-16.8%

-16.8%

Honda Division

59,474

63,464

-2.5%

-6.3%

296,438

352,492

-15.9%

-15.9%

Acura Division

9,387

8,955

9.0%

4.8%

40,724

52,815

-22.9%

-22.9%

  Total Import Car Sales

6,036

8,838

-29.0%

-31.7%

33,081

62,956

-47.5%

-47.5%

Honda Division

5,910

8,788

-30.1%

-32.7%

32,679

62,283

-47.5%

-47.5%

Acura Division

126

50

162.1%

152.0%

402

673

-40.3%

-40.3%

  Total Import Truck Sales

27

1,583

-98.2%

-98.3%

615

15,378

-96.0%

-96.0%

Honda Division

27

1,583

-98.2%

-98.3%

615

15,378

-96.0%

-96.0%

Acura Division

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

   MODEL BREAKOUT BY DIVISION

Honda Division Total

102,703

123,753

-13.7%

-17.0%

536,297

703,228

-23.7%

-23.7%

ACCORD

15,409

21,893

-26.8%

-29.6%

88,754

129,435

-31.4%

-31.4%

CIVIC

23,260

29,751

-18.7%

-21.8%

127,858

169,172

-24.4%

-24.4%

CLARITY

187

1,092

-82.2%

-82.9%

1,780

7,045

-74.7%

-74.7%

CR-Z

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

1

2

-50.0%

-50.0%

FIT

2,923

3,603

-15.6%

-18.9%

13,887

17,156

-19.1%

-19.1%

INSIGHT

1,423

2,367

-37.5%

-39.9%

6,964

12,548

-44.5%

-44.5%

CR-V

26,488

30,427

-9.5%

-12.9%

138,898

176,944

-21.5%

-21.5%

HR-V

7,512

7,693

1.6%

-2.4%

36,895

45,179

-18.3%

-18.3%

ODYSSEY

7,946

9,202

-10.2%

-13.6%

35,917

47,500

-24.4%

-24.4%

PASSPORT

3,060

3,385

-6.0%

-9.6%

16,023

14,540

10.2%

10.2%

PILOT

12,128

11,579

8.9%

4.7%

54,815

68,452

-19.9%

-19.9%

RIDGELINE

2,367

2,761

-10.8%

-14.3%

14,505

15,255

-4.9%

-4.9%

Acura Division Total

12,071

12,148

3.3%

-0.6%

55,990

73,767

-24.1%

-24.1%

ILX

1,109

1,312

-12.1%

-15.5%

5,395

6,956

-22.4%

-22.4%

NSX

10

19

-45.3%

-47.4%

55

151

-63.6%

-63.6%

RLX / RL

126

50

162.1%

152.0%

402

673

-40.3%

-40.3%

TLX

1,439

1,812

-17.4%

-20.6%

9,414

13,172

-28.5%

-28.5%

MDX

3,977

4,087

1.2%

-2.7%

17,974

22,634

-20.6%

-20.6%

RDX

5,410

4,868

15.6%

11.1%

22,750

30,181

-24.6%

-24.6%

Selling Days

25

26

153

153

**** Electrified Vehicles

5,086

5,800

-8.8%

-12.3%

21,995

32,437

-32.2%

-32.2%

*    Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic & global sourced parts

**   Daily Selling Rate

**** Electrified Vehicles equal: Total sales of Hybrid (FHEV & PHEV), EVs (BEV) and Fuel Cell Vehicles (FCV) from the Honda and Acura brands.

 

American Honda announced June/Q2 sales results today. Acura June sales virtually matched the same month in 2019, with an especially good performance from RDX which gained 11 percent for the month. (PRNewsfoto/American Honda Motor Co., Inc.)

 

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(Español) Hip Hop Public Health lanza el video musical en español “20 segundos o más” – una iniciativa educativa y PSA para contrarrestar el aumento de COVID-19 en comunidades latinas de EE.UU.

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FIBRA Prologis to Host Second Quarter 2020 Earnings Conference Call July 23

MEXICO CITY, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A logistics real estate in Mexico, will host a webcast and conference call with senior management to discuss second quarter results, current market conditions and future outlook on Thursday, July 23, at 9:00 a.m. CT/10:00 a.m. ET.

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MEXICO CITY, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A logistics real estate in Mexico, will host a webcast and conference call with senior management to discuss second quarter results, current market conditions and future outlook on Thursday, July 23, at 9:00 a.m. CT/10:00 a.m. ET.

To access a live broadcast of the call, dial +1 833 714-0919 (toll-free from the United States and Canada), 01 800 926-9147 (toll-free from Mexico) or +1 778 560-2663 from all other countries and enter conference code 8796378. A live webcast can be accessed at www.fibraprologis.com in the Investor Relations section July 23.

A telephonic replay will be available July 23 – July 30 at +1 800 585-8367 from the U.S. and Canada or at +1 416 621-4642 from all other countries using conference code 8796378. The replay will be posted in the Investor Relations section of the FIBRA Prologis website.

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of March 31, 2020, FIBRA Prologis was comprised of 191 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 34.9 million square feet (3.2 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

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

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

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FIBRA Prologis to Host Second Quarter 2020 Earnings Conference Call July 23

MEXICO CITY, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A logistics real estate in Mexico, will host a webcast and conference call with senior management to discuss second quarter results, current market conditions and future outlook on Thursday, July 23, at 9:00 a.m. CT/10:00 a.m. ET.

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MEXICO CITY, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A logistics real estate in Mexico, will host a webcast and conference call with senior management to discuss second quarter results, current market conditions and future outlook on Thursday, July 23, at 9:00 a.m. CT/10:00 a.m. ET.

To access a live broadcast of the call, dial +1 833 714-0919 (toll-free from the United States and Canada), 01 800 926-9147 (toll-free from Mexico) or +1 778 560-2663 from all other countries and enter conference code 8796378. A live webcast can be accessed at www.fibraprologis.com in the Investor Relations section July 23.

A telephonic replay will be available July 23 – July 30 at +1 800 585-8367 from the U.S. and Canada or at +1 416 621-4642 from all other countries using conference code 8796378. The replay will be posted in the Investor Relations section of the FIBRA Prologis website.

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of March 31, 2020, FIBRA Prologis was comprised of 191 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 34.9 million square feet (3.2 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

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

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

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(Español) FIBRA Prologis Anuncia que el 23 de Julio Llevará a cabo la Conferencia Telefónica donde Presentará los Resultados Financieros del Segundo Trimestre de 2020

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CIUDAD DE MÉXICO, 1 de julio de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14) uno de los fideicomisos líderes de inversión en bienes raíces y administración de inmuebles logísticos clase A en México, presentará sus resultados financieros del segundo trimestre de 2020 y discutirá resultados trimestrales, condiciones del mercado y el panorama futuro en una llamada y “webcast” a celebrarse el jueves 23 de julio a las 9:00 a.m. CT/ 10:00 a.m. ET.

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(Español) Medicaid y CHIP Dan Tranquilidad A Los Padres Si Los Niños O Adolescentes Se Enferman O Lesionan

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BALTIMORE, 1 de julio de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Millones de niños en los Estados Unidos no tienen cobertura médica. Por lo tanto, puede ser difícil o imposible que tengan acceso a la atención que necesitan si se enferman o lesionan. Sin embargo, la mayoría de los niños sin seguro en el país son elegibles hasta los 19 años para cobertura médica gratuita o a bajo costo a través de Medicaid o el Programa de Seguro Médico para Niños (Children’s Health Insurance Program, CHIP) que se ofrece en su estado. Con…

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(Español) Medicaid y CHIP Dan Tranquilidad A Los Padres Si Los Niños O Adolescentes Se Enferman O Lesionan

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BALTIMORE, 1 de julio de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Millones de niños en los Estados Unidos no tienen cobertura médica. Por lo tanto, puede ser difícil o imposible que tengan acceso a la atención que necesitan si se enferman o lesionan. Sin embargo, la mayoría de los niños sin seguro en el país son elegibles hasta los 19 años para cobertura médica gratuita o a bajo costo a través de Medicaid o el Programa de Seguro Médico para Niños (Children’s Health Insurance Program, CHIP) que se ofrece en su estado. Con…

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Medicaid And CHIP Give Parents Peace Of Mind If Children/Teens Are Sick Or Get Injured

BALTIMORE, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Millions of children in the United States don’t have health coverage. As a result, it may be difficult or impossible for them to access the care they need if they get sick or injured. But, the majority of the nation’s uninsured children up to age 19 are eligible for free or low-cost health coverage through Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) offered in their state. With Medicaid and the…

BALTIMORE, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Millions of children in the United States don’t have health coverage. As a result, it may be difficult or impossible for them to access the care they need if they get sick or injured. But, the majority of the nation’s uninsured children up to age 19 are eligible for free or low-cost health coverage through Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) offered in their state. With Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), parents get the peace of mind that comes with knowing their children can get preventive health care to stay healthy.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8739451-connecting-kids-to-coverage-medicaid-chip/ 

Parents can rest easier knowing medical bills won’t jeopardize the family’s financial security. They can apply for the comprehensive benefits these programs provide at any time of the year. This includes doctor’s appointments, hospital visits, prescriptions, immunizations, dental visits, mental health services, and more. Parents may also be eligible for Medicaid, even if they have applied in the past. In most states, families of four earning up to nearly $50,000 (or even higher in some states) may qualify for either Medicaid or CHIP.

Children who have health insurance generally have better health throughout their childhood and into their teens, leaving parents and guardians with one less thing to worry about. Children covered under CHIP are also more likely to have a usual source of care, including dental care, and are more likely to have had a well-child visit in the past year relative to children without insurance.1

To help people learn more about CHIP and Medicaid, the Campaign developed a suite of resources, including an animated video showing families and why  health coverage is important for the expected and unexpected. Print-ready elements, social media content for external outreach, and a web-button that directs audiences to resources to find coverage are also available.

Additional Peace of Mind materials are available at InsureKidsNow.gov.

VIDEO AND AUDIO PROVIDED BY: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

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Medicaid And CHIP Give Parents Peace Of Mind If Children/Teens Are Sick Or Get Injured

BALTIMORE, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Millions of children in the United States don’t have health coverage. As a result, it may be difficult or impossible for them to access the care they need if they get sick or injured. But, the majority of the nation’s uninsured children up to age 19 are eligible for free or low-cost health coverage through Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) offered in their state. With Medicaid and the…

BALTIMORE, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Millions of children in the United States don’t have health coverage. As a result, it may be difficult or impossible for them to access the care they need if they get sick or injured. But, the majority of the nation’s uninsured children up to age 19 are eligible for free or low-cost health coverage through Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) offered in their state. With Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), parents get the peace of mind that comes with knowing their children can get preventive health care to stay healthy.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8739451-connecting-kids-to-coverage-medicaid-chip/ 

Parents can rest easier knowing medical bills won’t jeopardize the family’s financial security. They can apply for the comprehensive benefits these programs provide at any time of the year. This includes doctor’s appointments, hospital visits, prescriptions, immunizations, dental visits, mental health services, and more. Parents may also be eligible for Medicaid, even if they have applied in the past. In most states, families of four earning up to nearly $50,000 (or even higher in some states) may qualify for either Medicaid or CHIP.

Children who have health insurance generally have better health throughout their childhood and into their teens, leaving parents and guardians with one less thing to worry about. Children covered under CHIP are also more likely to have a usual source of care, including dental care, and are more likely to have had a well-child visit in the past year relative to children without insurance.1

To help people learn more about CHIP and Medicaid, the Campaign developed a suite of resources, including an animated video showing families and why  health coverage is important for the expected and unexpected. Print-ready elements, social media content for external outreach, and a web-button that directs audiences to resources to find coverage are also available.

Additional Peace of Mind materials are available at InsureKidsNow.gov.

VIDEO AND AUDIO PROVIDED BY: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services’ Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

1http://garnerhealth.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/March-2017-Report-to-Congress-on-Medicaid-and-CHIP.pdf

SOURCE Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Hip Hop Public Health Launches 20 Segundos o Más Music Video PSA And Education Initiative To Address The Growing Rise Of COVID-19 In Latino Communities Nationwide

NEW YORK, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Fresh from the breakthrough success of the 20 Seconds or More education and awareness campaign that reached over 100 million people when it launched in spring 2020, <a target="_blank"…

NEW YORK, July 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Fresh from the breakthrough success of the 20 Seconds or More education and awareness campaign that reached over 100 million people when it launched in spring 2020, Hip Hop Public Health (HHPH) today announced 20 Segundos o Más, a new bi-lingual Spanish and English song and music video PSA featuring a fusion of Latin rhythms and Hip Hop beats delivering important safety information about COVID-19.  As summer heats up along with the soaring number of COVID-19 cases within the Latino community, 20 Segundos o Más is designed to encourage and inspire Latinos nationwide to follow the handwashing and other protocols necessary to stop the spread of the deadly disease that disproportionately affects them and other communities of color. Dr. Olajide Williams, Chief of Staff, Department of Neurology, New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, and Doug E. Fresh are the Co-Founders of HHPH and are spearheading the initiative with HHPH Executive Director and CEO, Lori Rose Benson. Philanthropic support for the initiative has been provided by the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation and the Organization for Latino Achievement (OLA), an employee resource group at Bristol Myers Squibb. 

The focal point of 20 Segundos o Más is a lively, four-minute music video featuring pioneering rapper and community health advocate, Doug E. Fresh, with more than 30 community influencers and activists who are committed to making a difference through creative expression, civic duty and medicine. These include: Gloria Estefan, Emilio Estefan, Chris Tucker,  “King of the Latin Beats” DJ TedSmooth, singers Lisa Lisa, George Lamond, Amara La Negra, MJ Songstress (Melissa Jimenez) of “The Voice,” DJ Camilo and Tee, Freedom Williams, Universal Hip Hop Museum Executive Director Rocky Bucano, Bronx Borough President Rubén Díaz Jr., Angie Rose, Love and Hip Hop New York’s Jonathan Fernandez, Amaya Murillo, Inspector Reymundo Mundo, Commanding Officer of the NYPD 34th Precinct, Liseth Perez, influencer Jennifer Mercedes, rapper N.O.R.E. (a.k.a. Victor Santiago) of Capone-N-Noreaga, 72 Miles to Go playwright  Hilary Bettis and more. 20 Segundos o Más features verses written and performed by a new generation of Latin musical artists. Performing on the track are Dose, Fabián, Leisley and Toby Love. Their spirited rapping flow blended with perfectly pitched harmonies create an uplifting experience throughout. The entire production features artists and influencers who represent the full depth, breadth and diversity of the Latino diaspora. For artist bios and full list of participants visit www.hhph.org/20SegundosOMas.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics, the percentage of Latinos making up coronavirus cases is almost equal to whites, around 34%, despite Latinos being a significantly smaller portion of the population. In June alone, the cases have nearly tripled.

“While Hispanics represent 18% of the U.S. population, using weighted population distributions, approximately 27% of the deaths from COVID-19 have been Hispanic, and in many counties these disparities will continue to increase due to the explosion in infection rates among this group,” says Dr. Olajide Williams. “Hispanic Americans are disproportionately contracting COVID-19, because of comorbid conditions including diabetes, dense multigenerational living conditions that prohibit effective social distancing and quarantine, and disproportionate representation among essential frontline workers such as the meat packing and poultry industries, delivery industry, warehouses, and grocery stores. Moreover, unlike other groups, the fear of getting tested or seeking medical attention due to immigration status is also a contributing factor to COVID-19 disparities afflicting the Hispanic community.”

Says Doug E. Fresh, “What you get with 20 Segundos o Más is the ultimate expression of Latin rhythms and Hip-Hop message delivery. DJ TedSmooth and I purposely selected the song’s universally loved Latin hook, the big horns backing the classic Willie Colón and Héctor Lavoe masterpiece, La Murga. This catchy hook combined with the information in the song will definitely get people to dance and hopefully adhere to our message of hope, vitality and taking care of themselves and each other. Once again, Hip Hop Public Health is bringing together art, science and social media innovation to help fight the COVID-19 health pandemia.”

With roots in the Dominican Republic and a music career that spans decades, DJ TedSmooth (Teddy Rafael Mendez) adds, “It was an honor to collaborate with Hip Hop Public Health and my old friend Doug E. Fresh on this track for mi gente. Latino roots and culture run deep, and to have legends like Lisa Lisa, DJ Camilo and Greg Lamond with some of the new voices out here coming together to protect our people against the coronavirus is an incredibly meaningful experience. I know we can make a difference together.”

In addition to the song and video, HHPH has created multiple opportunities for the public to get involved in the 20 Segundos o Más movement. Throughout the summer, HHPH will host a series of virtual viewing parties in key cities and communities affected most, including New York, Miami, Houston and Puerto Rico. These will be held in conjunction with a variety of cultural and professional organizations.

“Since our founding 16 years ago, Hip Hop Public Health has been committed to creating culturally responsive content backed by science and research to affect change and to engender positive health behaviors amongst communities that have long been overlooked or not adequately serviced,” says Lori Rose Benson, Executive Director and CEO. “In the face of the coronavirus pandemic, we produced the song 20 Seconds or More in response to messaging failures governing this crisis. Now, with the Latino community so devastatingly affected, we are launching 20 Segundos o Más with the goal of inspiring many millions of Spanish-speaking and bilingual people to join this movement and help stop the spread.”

While the campaign is focusing on communities in the U.S. most impacted by COVID-19, HHPH is also conducting outreach and sharing the 20 Segundos o Más video and education campaign components in communities across Latin America, including Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Colombia and Peru, among others.

The 20 Segundos o Más video was produced by IDEKO, a New York-based experiential production agency. To learn more, please visit www.hhph.org and follow HHPH on social at @hhphorg #20SegundosOMas.

About Hip Hop Public Health
Hip Hop Public Health (HHPH) is an internationally recognized organization that creates and implements multimedia public health and education interventions designed to improve health literacy, inspire behavior change and promote health equity. Based in New York City, HHPH was founded in Harlem in 2004 with the mission to empower youth and families around the country – and the globe— with the knowledge and skills to make healthier choices, reducing preventable health conditions. Through a research-driven developmental process created by Columbia University Neurologist Dr. Olajide Williams (a.k.a. the “Hip Hop Doc”), Hip Hop Public Health works with socially conscious artists and public health experts to create scalable, highly engaging, culturally relevant music and multimedia “edutainment” tools.

The Hip Hop Public Health team, led by physical education veteran and public health leader Lori Rose Benson, is a collective comprised of not only health and education professionals (including nutritionists, public health researchers, teachers, physicians, behavioral scientists, and a student advisory board), but also proven-successful multi-media professionals and A-list iconic rap stars and pop artists including Doug E. Fresh, Chuck D, DMC of Run DMC, Ashanti, Jordin Sparks, as well children’s television writers/producers (formerly of Sesame Street). All HHPH music, videos, comic books, video games and guidance documents are available for free and can be accessed on its online resource repository.  

About the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation
The Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation is an independent charity whose mission is to promote health equity and improve the health outcomes of populations disproportionately affected by serious diseases by strengthening healthcare worker capacity, integrating medical care and community supportive services, and mobilizing communities in the fight against disease.

About the Bristol Myers Squibb Organization for Latino Achievement (OLA)
OLA’s mission is to increase representation of Latinos at all levels at BMS for a more diverse, inclusive and empowered workforce. OLA drives value and business performance through initiatives focused on Latino talent development and offers business insights to advance patient outcomes.

For further information, contact:

Helen Shelton
Finn Partners
917.327.4395
helen.shelton@finnpartners.com

José Gonzalez
Finn Partners
347.954.6155
jose.gonzalez@finnpartners.com

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