Ranulfo San Juan Reyes’s new book Antídoto de Dios para la Raíz de Amargura, an insightful narrative of perspectives about sorrows and hope in the youth

HUNTINGTON PARK, Calif., Dec. 7, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Antídoto de Dios para la Raíz de Amargura was created by Ranulfo San Juan Reyes. Ranulfo San Juan Reyes is an author who plays professional Lucha Libre. He also worked for the government and is studying theology at LOGOS University to get to the theological doctorate.

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HUNTINGTON PARK, Calif., Dec. 7, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Antídoto de Dios para la Raíz de Amargura was created by Ranulfo San Juan Reyes. Ranulfo San Juan Reyes is an author who plays professional Lucha Libre. He also worked for the government and is studying theology at LOGOS University to get to the theological doctorate.

Ranulfo San Juan Reyes said this about his book: «This is written by Ranulfo San Juan Reyes especially for all ages, races, and parents since in most homes, it is the children who suffer. They are victims. As this writer tells us, he suffered as a child and even as a grown-up with this bitterness until he received God’s medicine, which changed his life. When there are lawsuits, separations from parents, divorces, prostitution, alcoholism, and drug addiction in the homes, the little ones suffer from love and go to the streets in search of affection. What they find are gang members who involve them in their gangs. They induce them to drugs and other vices that lead to crimes. Some lose their lives; others fall into prisons for long years. Until they receive God in their hearts, they are healed. And they become good men; they leave a good legacy to their future generations. You have to read this book.»

Published by Page Publishing, Ranulfo San Juan Reyes’s new book Antídoto de Dios para la Raíz de Amargura will fill the readers of all ages with wisdom that comes with thought-provoking and relatable experiences in youth.

Consumers who wish to grasp the importance of living a purpose-driven life and the overwhelming struggles of youth that define their beings can purchase Antídoto de Dios para la Raíz de Amargura in any bookstore or online at Apple iTunes, Amazon.com, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries, you can contact Page Publishing, through the following number: 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:

Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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Statement of the National Alliance for Hispanic Health on the nomination of Xavier Becerra as the 25th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)

WASHINGTON, Dec. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — «More than ever, the nation needs experienced, knowledgeable, and skilled leadership at the helm of DHHS. Deeply committed to country, service, and all communities, Xavier Becerra will be the steady hand that DHHS needs to be the leader in science, health, and human services. Mr. Becerra’s lifelong commitment to addressing the challenges of families struggling to meet their health and human service needs will help…

WASHINGTON, Dec. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — «More than ever, the nation needs experienced, knowledgeable, and skilled leadership at the helm of DHHS. Deeply committed to country, service, and all communities, Xavier Becerra will be the steady hand that DHHS needs to be the leader in science, health, and human services. Mr. Becerra’s lifelong commitment to addressing the challenges of families struggling to meet their health and human service needs will help ensure that DHHS is true to its core mission. Under his leadership, DHHS will lead the COVID response in a way that recognizes the sacrifices and losses that so many have endured and create a new path forward. His decades of experience with government at all levels and legislative and regulatory processes have prepared him to be the Secretary of DHHS that the country and indeed the global community needs. We look forward to the Senate’s timely confirmation of this critical Cabinet position after the convening of the 117th Congress next year,» said Jane L. Delgado, PhD, MS, 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 health of Hispanics in the United States with a mission to achieve the best health for all. For more information visit us at www.healthyamericas.org

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L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Unveil New Community Resource Center in Metro L.A., Mark Opening with Drive-Thru and Walk-Up Food Pantry

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Care Health Plan and Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan have added a fifth Community Resource Center to its growing network of jointly-operated resource centers throughout Los Angeles County. The Community Resource Center in Metro L.A. – located at 1233 S. Western Avenue in the Koreatown neighborhood of Los Angeles – will serve one of the most densely…

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Care Health Plan and Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan have added a fifth Community Resource Center to its growing network of jointly-operated resource centers throughout Los Angeles County. The Community Resource Center in Metro L.A. – located at 1233 S. Western Avenue in the Koreatown neighborhood of Los Angeles – will serve one of the most densely populated and ethnically diverse districts in the city.

To inaugurate the new resource center – and in an effort to address food insecurity during the pandemic – L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise are hosting a drive-thru and walk-up food pantry at the facility’s premises on December 4 from 9am to 12pm. The free community event is open to everyone. All safety guidelines recommended by public health officials will be adhered to.   

«With all the challenges and uncertainties brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, we could not be more proud to keep advancing this partnership with Blue Shield Promise to provide an array of useful services and resources during this critical time,» said John Baackes, L.A. Care CEO. «The top goal of this collaboration has always been to make our communities healthier, and this new Community Resource Center helps to make that vision a reality.»

The newly minted resource center, which officially opened its doors to the public on November 9, is the newest addition to the health plans’ network, which will eventually feature 14 Community Resource Centers as part of a five-year, $146 million commitment announced in September 2019.

«We are thrilled to be opening our 5th jointly-operated Community Resource Center with L.A. Care,» said Kristen Cerf, President and CEO of Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan. «We are committed to being a resource and advocate for social needs and outcomes to positively impact the health of the communities we serve, helping to alleviate additional burden the community members may be facing during this unprecedented time  

In light of the ongoing pandemic, the Community Resource Center will offer select services by appointment only. Hours of operation will be Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The center will have staff on-site to help with member services support, enrollment in local and state assistance programs, and support finding a range of resources such as food and housing assistance. The Community Resource Center will also offer free Wi-Fi for anyone needing telehealth services.  

To learn more about the Community Resource Centers, including how to make an appointment, visit activehealthyinformed.org.

About L.A. Care Health Plan
L.A. Care Health Plan serves more than 2.2 million members in Los Angeles County, making it the largest publicly operated health plan in the country. L.A. Care offers four health coverage plans including Medi-Cal, L.A. Care Covered™, L.A. Care Cal MediConnect and the PASC-SEIU Homecare Workers Plan, all dedicated to being accountable and responsive to members. As a public entity, L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for L.A. County’s vulnerable and low-income communities, and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose. L.A. Care prioritizes quality, access and inclusion, elevating health care for all of L.A. County. For more information, visit lacare.org or follow us on TwitterFacebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

About Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan
Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan is a managed care organization, wholly owned by Blue Shield of California, offering Medi-Cal, Cal MediConnect, Medicare Advantage HMO, and Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans. It is led by healthcare professionals with a «members-first» philosophy and committed to building a quality network of providers and partnering with community organizations for more than 400,000 members. For more information about Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan, please visit www.blueshieldca.com/promise. For more news about Blue Shield of California, please visit www.news.blueshieldca.com. Or follow us on LinkedInTwitter, or Facebook.

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Mashi Nyssen
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mashi.nyssen@blueshieldca.com

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Texas Realtors installs officers; association sets priorities for 2021

AUSTIN, Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Texas Realtors has officially installed its officers and executive board for the coming year. Incoming officers include Chairman Marvin Jolly of Plano, Chairman-Elect Russell Berry of Dallas, Secretary/Treasurer Marcus Phipps of Harlingen and Immediate Past Chairman <span…

AUSTIN, Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Texas Realtors has officially installed its officers and executive board for the coming year. Incoming officers include Chairman Marvin Jolly of Plano, Chairman-Elect Russell Berry of Dallas, Secretary/Treasurer Marcus Phipps of Harlingen and Immediate Past Chairman Cindi Bulla of Amarillo.

«This unprecedented year has presented new challenges, but it has shown that Realtors are more united than ever,» said Marvin Jolly, incoming Texas Realtors chairman. «As we look ahead to 2021, there are a lot of uncertainties. What we do know is that Realtors will continue to be the best resource for Texans making real estate decisions within our communities. Texas Realtors will also continue to work together to advocate for property rights. I am honored to be part of our 2021 Leadership Team and Executive Board serving the Realtor organization and all Texas property owners.»

Marvin Jolly has been meeting the real estate needs of people in North Texas since 2000. As Texas Realtors chairman, he will serve as the top officer of the association’s Leadership Team. Jolly has served on the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Board of Directors and currently serves on the NAR RPAC Trustees Federal Disbursements Committee. He was president of the Collin County Association of Realtors in 2014 and was named Realtor of the Year by the association in 2005. Jolly founded LocationDFW, which operates under the umbrella of Keller Williams Realty. He is also active in community events, charities and organizations. In addition, Jolly is a trainer, consultant and business coach.

A Realtor for 19 years, Russell Berry is the 2021 chairman-elect of Texas Realtors and is a Team Leader of the N-House team with Coldwell Banker Realty – Dallas, Park Cities office. On the national level, Berry has served on NAR’s Realtor Political Action Committee Participation Council and is a graduate of NAR’s Leadership Academy. He served as president of the MetroTex Association of Realtors in 2016 and is an active volunteer with Dwell with Dignity and Easter Seals.

Marcus Phipps is the 2021 secretary/treasurer of Texas Realtors. In this position, he oversees the association’s Budget & Finance Committee and budgeting process. Since beginning his career in 1996, Marcus has held roles at the local, state and national level of the Realtor association and is currently the broker/owner of Harlingen Homes. He has chaired the state’s political involvement committee, has served as president for the Harlingen Association of Realtors and is currently on NAR’s Board of Directors and RPAC Participation Council.

Immediate past Chairman, Cindi Bulla is broker/owner of Realty Central in Amarillo. Bulla has represented Texas Realtors as an NAR director since 2013 and currently serves as chairman of the State and Local Issues Mobilization Committee. Bulla served as chairman of the Amarillo Association of Realtors in 2012 and was named Amarillo Realtor of the Year in 2013. Bulla has volunteered for the Amarillo Little Theater for 30 years and is a past chair of the Amarillo chapter of the American Red Cross.

About Texas REALTORS®
With more than 140,000 members, Texas REALTORS® is a professional membership organization that represents all aspects of real estate in Texas. In 2020, Texas REALTORS® is celebrating a century of shaping Texas by being the advocate for private property rights, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, and providing its members with the tools to achieve success. Visit texasrealestate.com to learn more.

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USPS Operation Santa is Open Nationwide for Adopters!

Bring cheer to a deserving child this holiday season

WASHINGTON, Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Starting today, the USPSOperationSanta.com website is active and ready to welcome potential letter adopters to help make the holiday season special for hundreds of…

Bring cheer to a deserving child this holiday season

WASHINGTON, Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Starting today, the USPSOperationSanta.com website is active and ready to welcome potential letter adopters to help make the holiday season special for hundreds of deserving kids and their families.

This year, the holiday season is going to be more challenging than usual for many. Fortunately, the USPS Operation Santa program — and its generous Postal Service customers — can still help make it a joyous celebration.

USPS Operation Santa turns 108 years old this year. And like other years, children in need are writing letters in the hopes that their holiday wishes will be granted. Since the program began, millions of less fortunate children and their families have been helped by the kindness of others.

Adopting a Letter
Potential adopters can visit USPSOperationSanta.com, read through the letters, pick one or more wishes that they’d like to fulfill, and follow the directions on how to grant that special wish for a child. For security reasons, potential adopters must be vetted by going through a short registration and ID verification process before they are allowed to adopt any letter.   

Companies also get into the spirit of the season and adopt letters; every year many businesses create teams and adopt several letters. All the better to help grant that special wish to deserving families and kids.

Program Details
USPS Operation Santa was established by the Postal Service to help those in need during the holidays. The program is for any person of any belief, or non-belief. The purpose is to help as many deserving families as we can. And we can only do that if good hearted adopters step forward.

To participate in USPS Operation Santa as a possible recipient of holiday gifts, all you have to do is write a letter, put it in a stamped envelope with a return address, and send it to Santa’s official workshop address:

Santa Claus
123 Elf Road,
North Pole, 88888

The program began accepting letters Nov. 16. Letters will continue to be uploaded to the website through Dec. 15. So, if you haven’t written your letter yet, you still have some time.

When someone writes a letter, it is opened by Santa’s Elves, and for safety reasons, all personally identifiable information of the letter writer is removed (i.e. last names, addresses, ZIP Codes) and uploaded to USPSOperationSanta.com for adoption.

How to Write a Letter
Sending a letter to Santa is easy and the Postal Service has guides and tips to help kids write and send their best letters ever. All the information you could possibly need to write a letter, address an envelope, put on a stamp and send it on its way can be found on USPSOperationSanta.com and in our Holiday Newsroom. These tips are also good all year-round for sending thank-you cards, birthday cards, or letters to Grandma and Grandpa just to say, «Hi.»

How about what to ask for in the letter? Well, that’s up to the creativity of each and every kid who writes. The only limit is their imaginations.

USPS Operation Santa History
While the Postal Service began receiving letters to Santa more than 108 years ago, it wasn’t until 1912 that Postmaster General Frank Hitchcock authorized local Postmasters to allow postal employees and citizens to respond to them. This became known as Operation Santa.

USPS Operation Santa Movie
Starting today in select theatres around the country, and on-demand, is the family friendly, holiday movie Dear Santa. Directed by Dana Nachman, the documentary will look at the impact USPS Operation Santa has had on families and kids around the country.  

The complete Operation Santa history can be found online at the Postal Service Holiday Newsroom, along with additional news and information, including all domestic, international and military mailing and shipping deadlines.

The Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

Please Note: For U.S. Postal Service media resources, including broadcast quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and LinkedIn. Subscribe to the USPS YouTube Channel, like us on Facebook and enjoy our Postal Posts blog. For more information about the Postal Service, visit usps.com and facts.usps.com.

More USPS holiday news, including shipping deadlines and letters to Santa, can be found at usps.com/holidaynews
For reporters interested in speaking with a regional Postal Service public relations professional, please go to about.usps.com/news/media-contacts/usps-local-media-contacts.pdf.

Contact: Kim Frum
kimberly.a.frum@usps.gov
usps.com/news

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The Mamas & The Papas’ Chart-Topping Debut Album Set For Black And Color Vinyl Via Geffen/UMe On January 29, 2021

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — On January 29, Geffen/UMe is set to release The Mamas & The Papas’ If You Can Believe Your Eyes And Ears on black vinyl. Also, the album will be available on opaque yellow vinyl exclusively at uDiscover Music and Sound of Vinyl. Considered one of the best pop-rock albums of all time, the 12-song 1966 debut showcases the exquisite pop sensibilities and impeccable harmonies of Cass Elliot, <span…

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — On January 29, Geffen/UMe is set to release The Mamas & The Papas’ If You Can Believe Your Eyes And Ears on black vinyl. Also, the album will be available on opaque yellow vinyl exclusively at uDiscover Music and Sound of Vinyl. Considered one of the best pop-rock albums of all time, the 12-song 1966 debut showcases the exquisite pop sensibilities and impeccable harmonies of Cass Elliot, Denny Doherty, John Phillips and Michelle Phillips. Reaching No. 1 on the Billboard album charts within months of release and spending more than 100 weeks on the chart, the Lou Adler-produced gem opens with the No. 1 hit «Monday, Monday» and includes «California Dreamin’,» which hit No. 4 on the Billboard singles chart. Preorder here: https://TheMamasAndThePapas.lnk.to/IfYouCanBelieveVinyl.

While best known for its two hits, If You Can Believe Your Eyes And Ears, features a mix of originals and covers that captivated fans and critics alike. The album is included in the top 100 of the influential reference guide 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die. In their pursuit of pop music perfection, The Mamas & The Papas signed in 1965 and disbanded shortly after their performance at the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival, where «Monday, Monday» was first performed live. In between, the foursome embarked on what has become a storied career during their brief time together. Contributing to their status as pop culture icons were unforgettable performances on The Ed Sullivan Show, including the John Phillips penned classic «Monday, Monday,» their interpretation of Lennon & McCartney’s «I Call Your Name» and «California Dreamin’» co-written by John and Michelle Phillips.

Both vinyl reissues will include the original cover photo, which was censored at the time for showing a toilet. First released on February 28, 1966, If You Can Believe Your Eyes And Ears opens with the chart-topping ode to the first day of the work week, followed by the upbeat, bass-heavy rocker «Straight Shooter.»  On «Got A Feelin’,» co-written by Denny Doherty and John Phillips, a ticking clock underscores the melancholy vibe that someone is cheating; «Go Where You Wanna Go,» «Somebody Groovy» and «Hey Girl» round out the original compositions with the musical and lyrical flair that defined their style. The Mamas & The Papas also brought their easy-listening harmonies to Leiber & Stoller’s «Spanish Harlem» and Bobby Freeman’s «Do You Wanna Dance,» while gently rocking to The Turtles’ «You Baby.» Cass Elliot’s rollicking cover of Billy Page’s «The ‘In’ Crowd» closes the album.

THE MAMAS & THE PAPAS IF YOU CAN BELIEVE YOUR EYES AND EARS [BLACK VINYL AND OPAQUE YELLOW VINYL]

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Side A
 1. Monday, Monday  
 2. Straight Shooter  
 3. Got A Feelin’  
 4. I Call Your Name  
 5. Do You Wanna Dance  
 6. Go Where You Wanna Go  

Side B
 7. California Dreamin’  
 8. Spanish Harlem
 9. Somebody Groovy
10. Hey Girl
11. You Baby
12. The «In» Crowd

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Esteban Burier’s new book «The Wrong House» is a riveting novel about the author’s journey through the harrows of prison that transformed him

HOUSTON, Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Esteban Burier, a passionate writer from Pinar Del Rio Province, Cuba, who studied photography and excels in chess, has completed his new book «The Wrong House»: an intriguing story about the author’s life in youth and growing up experiencing conflict and toil that led him to prison, affecting his sanity and emotions.

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HOUSTON, Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Esteban Burier, a passionate writer from Pinar Del Rio Province, Cuba, who studied photography and excels in chess, has completed his new book «The Wrong House»: an intriguing story about the author’s life in youth and growing up experiencing conflict and toil that led him to prison, affecting his sanity and emotions.

Author Burier reveals the events that transpire within the walls of the prison that shape a person’s will and desire to fulfill their lives in their own way and pace: «‘The Wrong House’ narrates the childhood of a boy who never thought twice to make a decision, committing many errors which took him, as consequence of punishment, to many juvenile reformatories and at last to jail, where he spent part of his life. The good education from his family did not influence on the boy, who does not divert from his delinquent path. A supernatural strength pushed him to these twisted paths to destroy and incarcerate him to where the stubborn are taken, to where you are subject to many tests and you can lose your dignity and also your manhood, depending on how weak or strong your personality is or if you allow to be intimidated. This boy, since he started to reason in his first years of his childhood, was a mean boy without regret and fought day and night in his neighborhood in the town where he was born. His friends and enemies told him, ‘You are meat for prison.’ Let’s see if this boy survived in prison or if he was destroyed physically or morally, or just what happened to him.»

Published by Page Publishing, Esteban Burier’s rip-roaring tale is a thought-provoking masterpiece that also shows human circumstances amid the toils of war and political upheaval.

Readers who wish to experience this page-turning work can purchase «The Wrong House» at bookstores everywhere or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or media inquiries, contact Page Publishing at 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing: 
Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues, and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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María Magdalena’s new book Andando el Mundo, an enchanting tome of magical beings and creatures that impart inspiring virtues for children to keep at heart

HIALEAH, Florida, Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Andando el Mundo was created by María Magdalena. María is an author who currently lives in Miami. She is now retired and has dedicated her life to writing.

HIALEAH, Florida, Dec. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book Andando el Mundo was created by María Magdalena. María is an author who currently lives in Miami. She is now retired and has dedicated her life to writing.

María said this about her book: «In every story of Andando el Mundo, you will find a treasure that will tell you about love, sacrifices, perseverance and, above all, great respect for all kinds of life. Our little readers will have incredible moments and the opportunity to live with fairies, princesses, kings, magic, and much more and will please parents for the learning that leaves their children in the sweetness of its pages, wishing that the reading time is prolonged infinitely so as not to be separated from its wonderful characters, creating a beautiful memory that will last through the years, taking these stories to future generations as something very beautiful that they learned in their childhood.»

Published by Page Publishing, María Magdalena’s new book Andando el Mundo contains awe-striking characters and circumstances that emanate with grace and magic as well as enriching lessons that bless the children’s hearts and fill their minds with wisdom.

Consumers who wish to be enthralled while discerning positive values to remember can purchase Andando el Mundo in any bookstore or online at Apple iTunes, Amazon.com, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries, you can contact Page Publishing, through the following number: 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:

Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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Scholars at Risk Recognizes Imprisoned Uyghur Scholar Rahile Dawut and Releases New Report on Global Academic Freedom

NEW YORK, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Scholars at Risk, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting academic freedom, celebrates its 20th anniversary with the announcement of its 2020 Courage to Think award and the release of its annual Free to Think report. Both debuted at the group’s virtual <a target="_blank"…

NEW YORK, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Scholars at Risk, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting academic freedom, celebrates its 20th anniversary with the announcement of its 2020 Courage to Think award and the release of its annual Free to Think report. Both debuted at the group’s virtual global conference, an event that has drawn 2,126 views from around the world, to date.

The Courage to Think award went to anthropologist Dr. Rahile Dawut, currently believed to be imprisoned in China. In December 2017, Dr. Dawut, an expert in Uyghur culture studies, disappeared while she was traveling from her base in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region to Beijing. The award was accepted by Dr. Dawut’s daughter, Akida Pulat.

Free to Think 2020 identifies trends related to attacks on higher education communities. These include the ongoing struggle for freedom in Hong Kong and China; a clampdown on scholar and student dissent in India by the nationalist ruling party; and pressures on higher education communities around the world as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The pandemic is exerting a number of unique, and probably lasting, impacts on higher education, including the suspension of in-person operations and challenges associated with the switch to online instruction, attempts to restrict research and the flow of information about the virus, attacks on academic voices critical of government responses to COVID-19, and efforts to target and disrupt universities, taking advantage of their current vulnerabilities.

Nevertheless, universities hold a central role in documenting and researching the COVID-19 crisis. Robert Quinn, Executive Director of Scholars at Risk, said, «universities are among the spaces with the potential to lead the world out of this crisis, making it all the more important that society supports and protects higher education and the freedom to conduct academic and scientific work.»

As a global network, Scholars at Risk calls on everyone who believes in freedom to help seek the release of imprisoned scholars, host threatened scholars at higher education institutions, share Free to Think 2020 to give voice to students and scholars who demand academic freedom, and support its collective efforts by contributing in any way you can. Please take action today.

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Youth Mental Health During Pandemic Is Major Source of Stress for Parents

OAKLAND, Calif., Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For parents across the nation, the coronavirus pandemic and their children’s mental health are the two biggest causes of stress, and the vast majority of them are actively discussing mental health and well-being with their kids at least once a month, according to a new Blue Shield of California BlueSky survey released today.

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OAKLAND, Calif., Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For parents across the nation, the coronavirus pandemic and their children’s mental health are the two biggest causes of stress, and the vast majority of them are actively discussing mental health and well-being with their kids at least once a month, according to a new Blue Shield of California BlueSky survey released today.

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BlueSky is the nonprofit health plan’s signature multi-year initiative to support youth mental health. The survey, conducted in October, asked U.S, parents to identify their top stressors in 2020 and what they consider their children’s top stressors. The study follows BlueSky’s first-ever mental health guide for students by students, published this summer with DoSomething.org.

Parents and youth agree on top stressors
In the new BlueSky Parenting & Mental Health Survey, parents identified three topics as most stressful to talk about with their children: COVID-19 (16 percent), their children’s mental health (11 percent), and family finances (10 percent). The results are consistent with findings from BlueSky’s August 2020 youth report, in which nearly 50,000 young people cited remote learning, uncertainty from COVID-19, and financial concerns as the most stressful issues they were coping with.

«COVID-19 has upended lives, from the way people work and study, to their pastimes and social interactions,» said David Bond, LCSW, director of Behavioral Health for Blue Shield of California. «Mental health resources have never been more vital — and catching the warning signs never more critical — especially considering this prolonged period of isolation and uncertainty.»

Making a point to discuss mental health
One bright spot in 2020 is that parents are taking mental health very seriously – especially with older teenagers. The survey found that nearly three in four parents (73 percent) of 15- to 17-year-olds are discussing mental health together with their teenager at least once a month.

Other highlights of the BlueSky Parenting & Mental Health Survey include:

  • Four in 10 parents say they turn to family and friends as resources for learning about mental health and well-being of children during the pandemic.
  • Black parents are more than two times more stressed about discussing racial justice protests with their children than white parents (17 percent to 8 percent).
  • Three quarters of Hispanic parents are talking to their kids about mental health at least once a month – the highest percentage among all respondents.
  • Baby Boomers are most willing to discuss mental health amid COVID-19: 62 percent of parents 55 and older say they talk to their children about mental health and well-being at least a few times per month.
  • 14 percent of single parents say they are stressed about discussing family finances with their kids, compared with only 9 percent of two-parent families.
  • When feeling anxious or stressed, 50 percent of parents say they engage in general leisure/entertainment to relax (e.g., watching shows, listening to music).

«Families are navigating unchartered waters with each new season, especially now going into the holidays,» Bond said. «My advice is to be intentionally patient with one another. Parents need to take time to check in with themselves and with their children and ask them, ‘how can I help?’ And remember, if you do not take care of yourself, you cannot take care of others. Talking to each other more can help everyone understand top stressors and build strategies to overcome them.»

«We created the BlueSky program because we understand that mental health is among the top health concerns for young people and the number one reason for hospitalizations,» said Antoinette Mayer, who leads Blue Shield’s Corporate Citizenship work. «Our program is designed to provide more resources and support to educators and students and to erase the stigma around seeking help.»

To see more survey results and find tips and resources for parents on starting mental health conversations and helping their children cope, visit https://bluesky.blueshieldca.com/

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BlueSky Parenting & Mental Health Methodology
Blue Shield of California commissioned FINN Partners to conduct a survey online of a total of n=939 U.S. adults (18+) with at least one child under the age of 18. The results are weighted to be representative of all U.S. parents. The survey was fielded October 9-15, 2020. It was conducted using an online interview administered to members of the YouGov Plc panel of individuals who have agreed to take part in surveys. YouGov Plc makes every effort to provide representative information. All results are based on a sample and are therefore subject to statistical errors normally associated with sample-based information.

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