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A streaming event with celebrities, musical performances and health equity conversation

ATLANTA, Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The American Cancer Society presents Latinos Contra el Cáncer Fest – an inspirational virtual bilingual event hosted by Elva Saray of Telemundo 52’s Acceso Total show. This first of its kind event will gather celebrities, musical guests and friends to celebrate Latinx culture and bring vital attention to the unique needs of the Latino community when it comes to the prevention and treatment of cancer, especially during the coronavirus pandemic.

«I am so happy to bring this exciting evening of music, inspiration and valuable information to our community,» said Elva Saray, host of Acceso Total. «Cancer has taken far too many lives, and that’s why this night and the work of the American Cancer Society is so important. Telemundo 52 is proud to be a part of this special virtual event; we are committed to educating our community about cancer prevention and detection.»

Celebrity Performances & Guests
The show will include celebrities, featured stories, and music — including special guests and performances by Jose Alberto «El Canario», Nancy Sanchez, Jay Ruiz, Cynthia Lee Fontaine, and many more who have gathered to celebrate the Latinx community and raise cancer awareness.

Cancer Patients Are More Vulnerable than Ever
COVID-19 has upended our lives and uniquely challenged cancer survivors. Despite COVID-19, cancer hasn’t stopped. In 2020, more than 1.8 million in America will be diagnosed with cancer and 1 in 3 will get cancer in their lifetime. Those statistics are even higher for the Latinx community. In fact, cancer is the leading cause of death in the Latinx community. Even worse, Latino communities face vast health disparities and worse cancer outcomes due to lack of access to screening and safe, comprehensive care.

«We must stem the tide of cancer in our community,» said Carmen Guerra, MD, scientific officer of the American Cancer Society Board of Directors. «The American Cancer Society’s vision of a world without cancer requires that we attack the cancers that disproportionately affect Latinos and help everyone receive the screenings and care that lead to better health and better outcomes.»

The American Cancer Society invites members of the press to share this story with their audiences to tune in for this special evening. Learn more about Latinos Contra el Cáncer and how to help at acslcc.org.

When: Thursday, November 12, 2020

• 6:45 pm ET – Pre-show panel discussion on health equity
• 7:00 pm ET – Fest!
• 8:00 pm ET – DJ dance after party

Where: American Cancer Society Facebook page @AmericanCancerSociety

About the American Cancer Society:
The American Cancer Society is a global grassroots force of 1.5 million volunteers dedicated to saving lives, celebrating lives, and leading the fight for a world without cancer. From breakthrough research, to free lodging near treatment, a 24/7/365 live helpline, free rides to treatment, and convening powerful activists to create awareness and impact, the Society is the only organization attacking cancer from every angle. For more information go to www.cancer.org.

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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — WEBTOON™, the world’s largest digital comic publisher has announced its expansion into the entertainment space with the launch of WEBTOON Studios, a multi-platform production division that connects WEBTOON’s vast library of titles and creators with a myriad of entertainment platforms including: film, television, interactive entertainment, licensing, and merchandising.

Prior to the formation of WEBTOON Studios, WEBTOON had already forged partnerships with The Jim Henson Company and Crunchyroll. Today, WEBTOON Studios reveal a trio of new partnerships, with many more to be announced in the coming months.

Vertigo Entertainment – the production company behind the IT franchise and The Lego Movie.

Bound Entertainment – the global studio led by ‘Snowpiercer’ and ‘Okja’ producer Samuel Ha, are partnering to co-produce a live action science fiction TV series.

Rooster Teeth Studios, known for their state-of-the-art 3D and 2D animation studio, will serve as both the animation studio and co-producer of a supernatural-themed action series.

With access to thousands of comic series read by over 67 million monthly readers, WEBTOON Studios will partner with our pool of talented artists and writers to build franchises across all media platforms.

«Today marks a huge step for WEBTOON,» said WEBTOON chief executive officer, Ken Kim. «Webcomics have grown into a cultural phenomenon over the past fifteen years – especially for younger generations. This is another important step in building a greater bridge from our creator’s works on WEBTOON to film, TV and beyond.»

«WEBTOON IP has had a tremendously successful track record in other mediums,» said Taylor Grant, senior vice president of IP development.  «Recent global hits, ‘Tower of God,’ ‘Noblesse,’ and ‘The God of High School,’ all released in 2020, showcase how beloved our series are around the world.

«WEBTOON Studios represents an important next phase in our evolution as a true multi-platform company. This is a bold investment by WEBTOON in both our incredible community of webcomic creators as well as our partners.  With multiple deals currently in the works with major studios, producers and production companies, we’ll have much more exciting news to share in the coming months.»

As part of the launch activity, WebtoonStudios.com also launched this week as an online portal that provides updated information on WEBTOON IP in development, stats on readership, upcoming projects, as well as a browsable portfolio.  The currently online portfolio is a small sampling of projects that are available or in active development and will be updated monthly.

WEBTOON Studios recently signed with Verve Talent and Literary Agency and Lit Entertainment Group for representation.

About WEBTOON
WEBTOON™ has become a cultural and global phenomenon, pioneering the distribution and consumption of web-based comics.  With an average of 67+ million monthly active users, 16.5+ million of whom read daily, more people consume WEBTOON series than watch most television shows. WEBTOON features a broad and diverse catalog of content from all over the world — including romance, thriller, fantasy, comedy and more.  Launched stateside in 2014, WEBTOON has thousands of creator-owned series with episodes updating daily.  Also boasting partnerships with Legendary, POW!, Top Cow/Image, and more, WEBTOON takes storytelling to the next level.  Creators have been nominated for multiple Eisner Awards, as well as winning a multitude of Ringo Awards.  The WEBTOON app is free to download on Android and iOS devices.

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TAMPA, Florida, Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Fintech, the leading business solutions provider for the beverage alcohol industry, today announced its partnership with AccountsFlow, a fully automated e-invoicing system. Together, Fintech and AccountsFlow are providing alcohol retailers with an end-to-end, secure integration that automatically transmits retailer alcohol invoice data directly from Fintech to QuickBooks Online, one of the alcohol industry’s most widely utilized accounting software packages. This collaboration between two proven technology providers empowers alcohol retailers with a seamless data transmission that automates key operational business practices and gives users complete visibility into their alcohol category.

Through a unique combination of technology and innovation, Fintech and AccountsFlow have designed a truly touch-free data transmission solution that leverages Fintech’s automated alcohol invoice payments to compile valuable, real-time invoice data that is delivered directly into QuickBooks Online. For the first time, retailers who utilize QuickBooks Online can view accurate invoice details, such as product description and category designation, product codes or SKUs, item quantities, and pricing. Invoices are also automatically assigned to the correct retail location, vendor, and accounting classification as necessary, which streamlines previously tedious coding and reconciliation processes.

«This partnership brings a progressive integration to the industry and allows us to provide our clients a more-holistic beverage alcohol management solution that will improve operational efficiencies and better business for thousands of retailers nationwide,» said Tad Phelps, CEO, Fintech. «AccountsFlow’s initiatives complement the Fintech product suite well, and we look forward to continuing to build our partnership in a way that supports the mission of all our retail clients.»

«We are so proud to partner with Fintech and bring a truly touch-free invoice capture capability into QuickBooks Online, which will undoubtedly change the way our clients, and the industry as a whole, conduct business. Together, we’re facilitating a simpler invoice management system and saving retailers thousands of hours of manual data entry,» said Dan Hicks, President of US Operations, AccountsFlow.

About Fintech

Fintech is the leading business solutions provider for the beverage alcohol industry, empowering alcohol suppliers, distributors, and retailers with smart solutions that simplify beverage alcohol management. From product ordering and invoice payments, to sales strategy, business intelligence, and industry insights, Fintech continues to lead the development of technologies that increase margins and maximize operating efficiencies for anyone who sells alcohol. With decades of industry experience and unwavering dependability, Fintech automates over 625,000 business relationships nationwide. To learn more, visit www.fintech.com.

FINANCIAL-INFORMATION-TECHNOLOGIES, LLC. is the owner of the trademark FINTECH, the Stylized F Logo, and several other trademarks and service marks, many of which are registered at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The underlying software behind the services offered by FINANCIAL-INFORMATION-TECHNOLOGIES, LLC and content of this website are ©2020 FINANCIAL-INFORMATION-TECHNOLOGIES, LLC. All rights reserved.

Contact: Misha Hart, 800.572.0854 x 3827, mhart@fintech.com

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WASHINGTON, Nov. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Foundation today announced nationwide availability of a Spanish-language offering of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP) through its partnership with Tabula Rasa HealthCare (TRHC) and its SinfoniaRx, solution. The National DPP is an evidence-based lifestyle change program designed to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes among adults with prediabetes.

In 2017, the APhA Foundation entered into a cooperative agreement with the CDC to expand access to the National DPP to thousands of at-risk adults in underserved communities in the United States through Project IMPACT: Diabetes Prevention. Through Project IMPACT: Diabetes Prevention, the APhA Foundation has built the infrastructure that allows the National DPP to be offered using an innovative service delivery model. This model allows providers to use a combination of face-to-face, distance learning, and online solutions to tailor the program to meet the individual needs of the participants. Expanding the program, currently available in English, to include a Spanish version, will allow for broader access in communities across the United States.

Those who participate in the Spanish offering of the Project IMPACT: Diabetes Prevention program can expect to feel connected on a personal and cultural level. Each session, delivered by a native Spanish-speaking trained lifestyle coach, is designed to support participants as they navigate the yearlong lifestyle change program. Lifestyle coaches use real-world examples of challenges participants may encounter and offer solutions to overcome them. Participants are encouraged to set realistic goals tailored to meet their individual needs and circumstances.

«We are honored to collaborate with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to deliver evidence-based diabetes prevention lifestyle change programs to the people who need it the most», said Benjamin Bluml, RPh Senior Vice President, Research and Innovation of the APhA Foundation. «We are excited about delivering an innovative model of diabetes prevention care, accessible across the United States in both English and Spanish, that we believe will help people lead healthier lives.» 

«Through TRHC’s collaboration with APhA Foundation, we are using innovative solutions such as on-demand digital recordings with a certified lifestyle coach, as well as a virtual group session with their coach to reinforce and apply the concepts learned,» said TRHC Chairman and CEO Calvin H. Knowlton, PhD. «Our unique delivery model improves access for both English and Spanish speaking participants by eliminating barriers to participation, including scheduling and transportation issues. This telehealth model will help us reach priority populations as identified by the CDC.»

«TRHC is thrilled to join forces with the APhA Foundation as we work collectively to expand access to the National DPP,» said TRHC Executive Vice President for SinfoniaRx and the recent President-elect of the American Pharmacy Association Sandra Leal, PharmD, MPH, CDCES. «A purposeful goal of this partnership is to address the unique needs and preferences of underserved populations to prevent type 2 diabetes. We intend for Project IMPACT: Diabetes Prevention to increase access designed to produce substantial and positive impact on patient engagement and outcomes.»

About the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Foundation

The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C. works to design solutions to optimize medication use and optimize care delivery in America. The APhA Foundation is affiliated with the American Pharmacists Association, the oldest and largest national professional society of pharmacists in the United States established in 1852. The APhA Foundation’s mission is to improve health by inspiring philanthropy, research and innovation that advances pharmacists’ patient care services.

About Tabula Rasa HealthCare

Tabula Rasa HealthCare (TRHC) is a leader in providing patient-specific, data-driven technology and solutions that enable healthcare organizations to optimize performance to improve patient outcomes, reduce hospitalizations, lower healthcare costs and manage risk. SinfoniaRx, was founded to optimize medication use and improve the health of patients with chronic illness through its innovative Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Programs. It offers a comprehensive approach to patient care and population health with its team of dedicated pharmacists solely focused on providing medication reviews and clinical interventions to improve health, wellness and the management of chronic health conditions. SinfoníaRx is known for its innovative pharmacist services nationally and is committed to expanding services to underserved populations.  www.tabularasahealthcare.com.

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