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«Héroes de Mazda: honrando el espíritu humano» reconoce a aquellos que hacen una diferencia en las comunidades durante un año sin precedentes

IRVINE, California, 5 de octubre de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) lanzó hoy su programa «Héroes de Mazda: honrando el espíritu humano» (Héroes de Mazda). La iniciativa tiene como objetivo dar reconocimiento a los individuos en todo el país que desinteresadamente se han dedicado a sus comunidades durante todo el año 2020. Mediante Héroes de Mazda, MNAO seleccionará 50 personas que lo ameriten y le dará a cada héroe una parte especial de su historia, un Mazda MX-5 Miata,…

«Este año es el 100° aniversario de Mazda. Esperábamos este momento, pensando que estaría lleno de celebración y apreciación de parte de nuestros seguidores, empleados y socios. Pero debido a los diversos eventos trágicos de 2020, decidimos expresar, de otra forma, la herencia única de nuestra marca, tratando de hacer las cosas mejor», señaló Jeff Guyton, presidente de MNAO. «En abril, lanzamos nuestro programa Cuidado Esencial de su Automóvil para regalar cambios de aceite y limpieza de automóviles gratuitos a los trabajadores de la salud a lo largo de los Estados Unidos. Con esta iniciativa escuchamos lo agradecidos que están nuestros concesionarios y empleados de ponerse al servicio de aquellos que desinteresadamente están al servicio de todos, todos los días. Esto nos inspiró a desarrollar el programa Héroes de Mazda, que reconocerá a individuos que apoyan a sus comunidades y comparten sus historias en un momento en que las personas desean inspiración en sus vidas».

Desde los profesores que se han esforzado para mejorar la educación a distancia, hasta miembros de la comunidad que abastecen de equipamiento de protección personal para otros, hay incontables ejemplos de personas a lo largo de todo el país que han trabajado más allá para apoyar a otros sin esperar nada a cambio. Mazda desea honrar esos importantes actos de bondad, resiliencia y empatía. Las historias se pueden enviar desde ahora y hasta el 25 de octubre a www.MazdaUSA.com/mazda-heroes para tener una oportunidad de ser reconocido como uno de los Héroes de Mazda. Se seleccionará a cincuenta personas basados en sus actos desinteresados, enfoques creativos y contribuciones a la comunidad que puedan comprobarse. Los premiados se anunciarán a partir del 2 de diciembre.

Mazda North American Operations tiene sus oficinas centrales en Irvine, California, desde donde dirige ventas, marketing, partes y soporte en servicio al cliente para vehículos Mazda en los Estados Unidos y México, a través de 620 concesionarios aproximadamente. Para más información sobre vehículos Mazda, incluidas fotografías y material adicional, visite el centro de medios en línea de Mazda en InsideMazda.MazdaUSA.com/Newsroom.

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«Héroes de Mazda: honrando el espíritu humano» reconoce a aquellos que hacen una diferencia en las comunidades durante un año sin precedentes

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‘Mazda Heroes: Honoring The Human Spirit’ Recognizes Those Making A Difference In Communities During Unprecedented Year

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today launched its ‘Mazda Heroes: Honoring The Human Spirit’ program (Mazda Heroes). The initiative aims to place a spotlight on individuals across the country who have selflessly dedicated themselves to their communities throughout 2020. Through Mazda Heroes, MNAO will select 50 deserving people and provide each hero with a special part of its history, a Mazda MX-5 Miata 100th Anniversary Special…

«This year marks Mazda’s 100th Anniversary. We had hoped this time would be filled with moments of celebration and appreciation for our fans, employees and partners. But given the many tragic events of 2020, we decided to express, in another way, our brand’s unique heritage of trying to make things better,» MNAO President Jeff Guyton said. «In April, we launched our Essential Car Care Program to give free oil changes and car cleaning to healthcare workers across the U.S. Throughout this initiative we heard how grateful our dealers and employees were to be in service to those selflessly giving back every day. This inspired us to develop the Mazda Heroes program, which will honor individuals supporting communities and share their stories in a moment when people desire inspiration in their lives.»

From teachers going the extra mile to enhance distance learning, to community members sourcing PPE for others, there are countless examples of people across the country going above and beyond to support others without expecting anything in return. Mazda wants to honor these important acts of kindness, resilience and empathy. Stories can be submitted now through Oct. 25 at www.MazdaUSA.com/mazda-heroes for a chance to be honored as a Mazda Hero. Fifty individuals will be selected based on their demonstrated selfless acts, creative approaches, and contributions to community. Honorees will be announced beginning Dec. 2.

Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through approximately 620 dealers. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at InsideMazda.MazdaUSA.com/Newsroom.

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«Héroes de Mazda: honrando el espíritu humano» reconoce a aquellos que hacen una diferencia en las comunidades durante un año sin precedentes

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Global Electric All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Utility-Terrain Vehicle (UTV) Market Report 2020

DUBLIN, Oct. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The «Electric All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Utility-Terrain Vehicle (UTV) Market – A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on…

DUBLIN, Oct. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The «Electric All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Utility-Terrain Vehicle (UTV) Market – A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on Products, Applications, Trends, and Competition – Analysis and Forecast, 2019-2030» report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

The Electric Vehicle Revolution Set to Create an Annual $4.30 Billion Revenue Opportunity for ATV and UTV Manufacturers Globally by 2030

Key Questions Answered in this Report:

What are the key drivers and challenges in the global electric ATV and UTV market?
How does the supply chain function in the global electric ATV and UTV market?
Which electric ATV and UTV type segment is estimated to witness the maximum demand growth in the global electric ATV and UTV market during 2020-2030?
Which are the key application areas for which different electric ATV and UTV types may experience high demand during the forecast period, 2020-2030?
Which are the key manufacturers of different electric ATV and UTV?
What are the business and corporate strategies of electric ATV and UTV manufacturers involved in the global electric ATV and UTV market?
What are the key offerings of the prominent manufacturers in the global electric ATV and UTV market?
Which regions are leading in terms of consumption of electric ATV and UTV, and which of them are expected to witness high demand growth from 2020 to 2030?
What are the key consumer attributes in various regions for electric ATV and UTV?
How is the market landscape for electric ATV and UTV manufacturers expected to be formed for EVs?

The global electric ATV and UTV market is mainly attributed to the increased demand for efficient vehicles, such as battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), across the globe. Additionally, the implementation of certain regulations on both producers and consumers to control the emissions from conventional vehicles, which are hazardous to the environment, is also boosting the electric ATV and UTV market.

According to the American National Standards Institute, an ATV is a vehicle that runs on low-pressure tires, with operator straddled seats and steering wheel handlebars. As the name suggests, it is designed to climb a broader range of terrain than most of the other vehicles available commercially. There are mainly two types of ATV offered by OEMs: sports ATVs and utility ATVs. Utility-terrain vehicles (UTVs) are very similar to ATVs, as they have the same drivetrain and engines and are used for riding on rough terrains. UTVs also come in three types: sports UTVs, utility UTVs, and sports-utility UTVs.

Various ATV and UTV manufacturers are developing EV variants of their vehicle models. The increasing application areas for electric ATVs and UTVs are also led by an increase in EV safety regulations, the increased demand in better driving experience, and the low cost of maintenance for EVs. Moreover, huge investments in the form of subsidies and infrastructure development by governments and federal agencies to promote EVs to cut down carbon dioxide emissions are further propelling the growth of electric ATV and UTV sales.

The major factors hindering the market growth are high retail price of electric ATVs and UTVs as compared to internal combustion engine ATVs and UTVs, range anxiety, and impact of high battery weight on electric vehicle performance.

The global electric ATV and UTV market accounted for $468.9 million in 2019 and is expected to reach $4.30 billion by 2030. The market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 23.37% during the forecast period 2020 to 2030. The market growth is mainly attributed to the rising number of government policies for electric vehicles, better availability of charging infrastructure, and increasing need to minimize the level of carbon dioxide emissions. In addition, electric ATVs and UTVs have a low cost of ownership and low noise emissions, which are expected to drive the market growth during the forecast period.

Key Topics Covered:

1 Markets
1.1 Industry Outlook
1.1.1 Trends and Factors Impacting the Global All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Utility-Terrain Vehicle (UTV) Market
1.1.2 Trends: Industry Dynamics Defining the Future Trends of Electric All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Utility-Terrain Vehicle (UTV) Market
1.1.3 Electric All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Utility-Terrain Vehicle (UTV): Timeline
1.1.4 Supply Chain Network/MAP
1.1.4.1 Manufacturers
1.1.4.2 Distributors
1.1.4.3 Tier 1 Suppliers
1.1.5 Industry Attractiveness (Porter’s Five Forces Analysis)
1.1.6 Ecosystem/Ongoing Programs
1.1.6.1 Consortiums, Associations, and Regulatory Bodies
1.1.6.2 Government Programs
1.2 Business Dynamics
1.2.1 Business Drivers
1.2.1.1 Low Cost of Ownership of Electric ATVs and UTVs
1.2.1.2 Low Noise Emissions from Electric ATVs and UTVs Improve their Applicability
1.2.1.3 Increasing Global Awareness to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
1.2.2 Business Challenges
1.2.2.1 Higher Retail Prices than Comparable Internal Combustion Engine ATVs and UTVs
1.2.2.2 Range Anxiety
1.2.2.3 Impact of High Battery Weight on Vehicle Performance
1.2.3 Business Strategies
1.2.3.1 Product Developments
1.2.3.2 Market Developments
1.2.4 Corporate Strategies
1.2.4.1 Mergers and Acquisitions
1.2.4.2 Partnerships, Joint Ventures, Collaborations and Alliances
1.2.5 Business Opportunities
1.2.5.1 Development of Amphibious Terrain Vehicles
1.2.5.2 Development of Autonomous ATVs and UTVs
1.2.5.3 Capitalizing on the Micro mobility Trend
1.3 Start-Up Landscape
1.3.1 Key Start-Ups in the Ecosystem
1.3.2 Top Innovations

2 Application
2.1 Global All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Utility-Terrain Vehicle (UTV) Market (by Application), $Million and Units
2.1.1 Professional Sports
2.1.2 Recreational
2.1.3 Agriculture and Utility
2.1.4 Military and Defense
2.1.5 Others
2.2 Electric All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Utility-Terrain Vehicle (UTV) – Applications and Specifications
2.2.1 Professional Sports
2.2.2 Recreational
2.2.3 Agriculture
2.2.4 Military and Defense
2.2.5 Others
2.3 Global Electric All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Utility-Terrain Vehicle (UTV) Market- Demand Analysis (by Application)
2.3.1 Demand Analysis (by Application), $Million and Units
2.3.1.1 Professional Sports
2.3.1.2 Recreation
2.3.1.3 Agriculture and Utility
2.3.1.4 Military and Defense
2.3.1.5 Others
2.4 Analyst’s PoV and Recommendation

3 Products
3.1 Global All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Utility-Terrain Vehicle (UTV) Market (by Product), $Billion and Units
3.1.1 All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV)
3.1.2 Utility-Terrain Vehicles (UTV)
3.2 Global Electric All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Utility-Terrain Vehicle (UTV) Market – Products and Specifications
3.2.1 Battery Electric ATVs and UTVs
3.2.2 Hybrid Electric ATVs and UTVs
3.3 Global Electric All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) and Utility-Terrain Vehicle (UTV) Market – Demand Analysis (by Product)
3.3.1 Demand Analysis (by Drivetrain Type), $Million and Units
3.3.1.1 Two-Wheel Drive (2WD)
3.3.1.2 Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
3.3.1.3 All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
3.3.2 Demand Analysis (by Engine Size), $Thousand and Units
3.3.2.1 &lessThan;400 CC
3.3.2.2 400 to 800 CC
3.3.2.3 >800 CC
3.3.3 Demand Analysis (by Battery Capacity), $Million and Thousand Units
3.3.3.1 Upto 48V
3.3.3.2 48V to 72V
3.3.3.3 More than 72V
3.3.4 Demand Analysis (by Propulsion Type), $Million and Thousand Units
3.3.4.1 Battery Electric ATVs and UTVs
3.3.4.2 Hybrid Electric ATVs and UTVs
3.3.5 Demand Analysis (by Number of Wheels), $Million and Units
3.3.5.1 Four-Wheeled ATVs and UTVs
3.3.5.2 More than Four-Wheeled ATVs and UTVs
3.3.6 Demand Analysis (by Seating Capacity), $Million and Thousand Units
3.3.6.1 One-Seater ATVs and UTVs
3.3.6.2 Two-Seater ATVs and UTVs
3.3.6.3 More than Two-Seater ATVs and UTVs
3.4 Product Benchmarking: Growth Rate – Market Share Matrix
3.4.1 Opportunity Matrix, by Region
3.4.2 Opportunity Matrix, by Application
3.5 Patent Analysis
3.6 Global Pricing Analysis
3.7 Technology Roadmap
3.8 Comparative Analysis of All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) and Utility-Terrain Vehicles (UTVs): Electric vs. Internal Combustion Engine
3.9 Analyst’s PoV and Recommendation

4 Region

5 Markets – Competitive Benchmarking & Company Profiles

American LandMaster
Arctic Cat
Bombardier Recreational Products
CECTEK
CFmoto
Club Car, LLC
DRR USA
HiSun Motors
Honda Motor Co Ltd
John Deere
Linhai
Nikola Corporation
Polaris Industries Inc
Segway Technology Co., Ltd
Tesla

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Blue Star Families Anuncia Undécima Encuesta Anual de Estilo de Vida De Familias Militares; Pide a Familias Militares Hispanas y Afroamericanas a Participar Antes del 16 de Octubre, 2020

WASHINGTON, 5 de octubre de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Blue Star Families (BSF), una organización sin fines de lucro dedicada apoyar a familias militares y fortalecer comunidades a través de los Estados Unidos, lanza su undécima encuesta anual de estilo de vida de familias militares, conocida en inglés como «annual Military Family Lifestyle Survey (aMFLS)». Cada año se promueve la participación de miembros, familiares y veteranos del Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, National Guard y Reservas en la encuesta más comprehensiva destacando y analizando las experiencias y retos que enfrentan familias militares hoy día a través del país.

La encuesta de este año busca obtener datos más representativos de la colectiva voz de militares hispanos, afroamericanos, asiáticos y sus familiares. Mientras casi un tercio de los miembros en servicio activo son personas de color, en medidas de estabilidad familiar y bienestar, frecuentemente no hay representación de estos grupos. La colección de datos sobre estas categorías de militares y la representación de sus experiencias es integral a los esfuerzos de BSF en abordar los asuntos que enfrentan sus familias.

Blue Star Families se anima con afán y extiende invitación a miembros y veteranos de todas las razas y grupos étnicos a participar en la encuesta del 2020 para asegurar el resultado de una agrupación de datos más representativa. Voces hispanas y afroamericanas tienen que ser escuchadas para asegurar tanto la eficacia, como a la reacción hacia la encuesta.

Lanzado por primera vez en 2009, la encuesta aMFLS se trata de una vista instantánea anual sobre el estado de familias militares, ofreciendo profundos datos y visión inigualada, informando a personas formando políticas, líderes nacionales y locales, comunidades y organizaciones filantrópicas sobre los asuntos afectando a las familias militares, y como tender un puente sobre la brecha entre civiles y militares.

La encuesta trata de temas incluyendo el impacto de la vida militar sobre empleo y finanzas, estabilidad familiar, salud física y mental, cuidado de niños, y educación, entre otros. Con más de 11,000 respondientes participando en 2019, la encuesta aMFLS es la más grande de su tipo.

«La encuesta annual Military Family Lifestyle Survey es nuestra iniciativa emblemática, y le hacemos un llamado a familias militares de todo origen a servir como voces de sus comunidades e impulsar acción que puede mejorar las vidas de aquellos que sirven a nuestro país,» dijo Kathy Roth-Douquet, CEO of Blue Star Families. «Con menos de mitad de un porciento de la población estadounidense sirviendo hoy, estamos brillando un foco sobre los retos particulares que enfrentan estas familias y fortaleciendo lazos comunitarios con sus vecinos civiles. Adelantar estos asuntos es el primer paso en fortalecer el bienestar de nuestro personal militar y la seguridad de nuestra nación en total.»

Entre los hallazgos de la aMFLS del 2019, las familias militares que respondieron citan tiempo alejado de sus familias, empleo para esposos(as), y educación de hijos dependientes como 3 de los primeros 5 motivos de preocupación. Los resultados destacaron que la instabilidad de familias militares, como traslado o separación de su miembro de servicio, puede afectar su preparación financiera, incluyendo la posibilidad de encontrar empleo para esposa(os), o la posibilidad de encontrar cuidado de niños accesible y de bajo costo.

La misión de BSF es servir como voz para – y proveer servicios de primera línea para – los miembros de servicios de América y sus familias durante todo el año, especialmente durante la crisis de COVID-19. Como las familias militares enfrentan retos escalados por la pandemia, la undécima encuesta jugará un rol urgente en recopilar datos sobre el estrés financiero, inseguridad alimentaria, la necesidad de asistencia de emergencia, y más, durante este año histórico.

La encuesta aMFLS se abre a todos miembros de servicio activo, veteranos, Guardia Nacional y Reserva, y sus familias, y también a individuos. Hoy día la encuesta solo se presenta en inglés, con planes de crear versión bilingüe en el 2021. Pueden participar en la encuesta AQUÍ hasta su cierre el 16 de octubre, 2020. Los hallazgos de esta investigación serán divulgados a principios de 2021. Para mas información sobre como apoyar o ser miembro de Blue Star Families, haga clic here.

Sobre Blue Star Families

Blue Star Families construye comunidades en apoyo a familias militares, conectando investigación y datos a programas y soluciones, incluyendo herramientas de desarrollo de carreras, eventos para familias en comunidades locales, y apoyo a cuidadores familiares. Desde su incepción en el 2009, Blue Star Families ha enlazado docenas de miles de voluntarios y hoy sirve a mas de 1.5 millones de familiares a nivel nacional. Con Blue Star Families, familias militares pueden hallar respuestas a sus retos done quiera en el mundo se encuentren. Para más información, visite bluestarfam.org o síganos en Facebook (@BlueStarFamilies) o Twitter (@BlueStarFamily).

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New Guide for Prospective and New Parents Helps Them Be Tech Wise With Baby!

Resource From ASHA, Children’s Screen Time Action Network Focuses on a Critical But Often Overlooked Period in Screen Time Guidance: Babies’ First Year of Life

ROCKVILLE, Md., Oct. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — A new resource designed specifically for expectant and new parents is aiming to help families cultivate healthy screen time habits—for their child and for parents/caregivers while around their child—from the day baby is born. Developed by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and Children’s Screen Time Action Network, Be Tech Wise With Baby! is uniquely tailored to an often overlooked but critical period when it comes to screen time advice: baby’s first year of life.

Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8666652-asha-be-tech-wise-with-baby-campaign/

Released in conjunction with the American Academy of Pediatrics’ virtual 2020 Annual Meeting and Exhibition, October 2–5, the free Be Tech Wise With Baby! patient education handout is well suited for pediatrician, ob-gyn, and other medical offices and outpatient therapy clinics; libraries; day care centers; and all other settings that provide information for new parents and caregivers.

Be Tech Wise With Baby! covers

how to boost baby’s brain development and communication skills from birth;
ways that screen use by babies—and their caregivers— can impact a child’s healthy development; and
tips for creating a home environment that sets baby up for optimal growth.

«The welfare of older children, from toddlers to teenagers, has been a regular focus of concerns about screen time—but we cannot overlook babies who are at their most critical stage of development,» said Theresa H. Rodgers, MA, CCC-SLP, 2020 ASHA President. «Right from birth, infants are growing their brains, forming social connections, and learning language and communication through daily interactions with parents and caregivers.

«We want families to know how important dedicated screen-free time is for everyone in the household, to provide an optimal environment for babies to thrive and set a strong foundation for their brain development and communication skills,» she continued.

According to Mark Bertin, MD, a developmental pediatrician involved in the project and author of How Children Thrive, «New parents have so much to consider, and they may not be thinking about how to manage screens around baby. However, how adults use their devices while spending time with baby is critical. Studies have shown parents speak less words when using a smartphone, and looking down at a device makes it harder to notice and respond to baby’s smiles, sounds, and other subtle communication attempts.

«I urge my fellow pediatricians to share Be Tech Wise With Baby! with their patients. It offers suggestions for basic parameters that new parents can establish, such as tech-free spaces in the home or unplugged times of day, to set their child up for success while also taking into account the realistic needs for parents to be connected for their own work, social life, and more,» he said.

Download Be Tech Wise With Baby! for free, in English and Spanish.

For more on children’s communication development, visit www.IdentifytheSigns.org. For more on screen time, visit www.screentimenetwork.org.

Contact:
Francine Pierson, ASHA
fpierson@asha.org
301-296-8715

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Blue Star Families Launches 11th Annual Military Family Lifestyle Survey; Calls on Hispanic and Black Military Families to Participate through October 16th, 2020

WASHINGTON, Oct. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Blue Star Families (BSF), a non-profit dedicated to supporting military families and strengthening communities across the United States, has launched the 11^th annual Military Family Lifestyle Survey (aMFLS). For six weeks, members, families, and veterans of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, National Guard, and Reserves are encouraged to participate in the most comprehensive survey that highlights and analyzes the experiences and challenges facing military families today across the country.

This year’s survey seeks data more representative of the collective voices of Black, Hispanic and Asian members of the military, and BSF is strongly encouraging and inviting members and veterans of all races to participate in this year’s survey ensure a more representative and diverse set of data. While almost a third of active-duty forces are men and women of color, these groups are often underrepresented in measures of family stability and wellbeing. More diverse data collection and representation of their experiences as military members is integral to assisting BSF in helping to address the issues faced by those categories of members.

Black, Hispanic and Asian voices must be heard to help ensure the efficacy, and reaction to, the survey.

First launched in 2009 the aMFLS provides a yearly snapshot of the state of military families, offering crucial insight and data to help inform policymakers, national and local leaders, communities, and philanthropic actors about the key issues affecting military families and how to bridge the civilian-military divide. The survey addresses topics including the impact of military life on employment and finance, family stability, healthcare and mental health, childcare and education, among others. With more than 11,000 respondents having participated in 2019, the aMFLS is the largest survey of its kind.

«The annual Military Family Lifestyle Survey is our flagship initiative, and we are calling on military families from all backgrounds to be a voice for their community and drive action that improves the lives of those who serve our country,» said Kathy Roth-Douquet, CEO of Blue Star Families. «With less than one half of one percent of the U.S. population serving today, we are putting a spotlight on the unique challenges facing these families and strengthening community ties with our civilian neighbors. Bringing these issues to the forefront is the first step in strengthening the welfare of our military personnel and the security of our nation as a whole.»

The 2019 survey results revealed military family respondents ranked time away from family, military spouse employment, and dependent children’s education as three of the top five issues of concern. The results highlighted that instability for military families, such as frequent relocation or separation from the service member, can affect their financial readiness, including the spouse’s ability to find employment, or the ability to find available and affordable childcare.

Blue Star Families’ mission is to be a voice for – and provide frontline resources to – America’s service members and their families year-round, especially during the COVID-19 crisis. As military families face heightened challenges due to the pandemic, the 11^th annual survey will play a critical role in gathering data on financial stress, food insecurity, the need for emergency assistance, and more during this historic year.

The survey is open to all active-duty service members, veterans, National Guard, Reserve, and their families and individuals can participate in the survey HERE between September 8^th and October 16^th, 2020. The 2020 survey findings will be released in early 2021.To learn more about how to support or join Blue Star Families, click here.

About Blue Star Families

Blue Star Families builds communities that support military families by connecting research and data to programs and solutions, including career development tools, local community events for families, and caregiver support. Since its inception in 2009, Blue Star Families has engaged tens of thousands of volunteers and serves more than 1.5 million military family members nationwide. With Blue Star Families, military families can find answers to their challenges anywhere they are. For more information, visit bluestarfam.org or follow us on Facebook (@BlueStarFamilies) or Twitter (@BlueStarFamily).

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Morphy’s to Auction 800+ Premium-grade Advertising Signs Plus Rare Gas Pumps, Globes and 12 Classic Motorcycles at Oct. 14-15 Automobilia & Petroliana Auction

DENVER, Pa., Oct. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — A high-end array of antique and vintage petroleum signs, gas globes and early gas pumps will be waiting to impress bidders at a 1,162-lot Automobilia & Petroliana Auction slated for October 14-15 at Morphy’s gallery. Online bidding will be available through Morphy Live.

Many of the colorful rarities are from collections that were established back when petroleum-related items in pristine condition were much easier to…

Many of the colorful rarities are from collections that were established back when petroleum-related items in pristine condition were much easier to find. As an added bonus, the big two-day event includes 12 fantastic motorcycles, including a 1948 Indian Chief Roadmaster, one of only 3,000 made during that year.

Some lucky collector could «black gold» with a very rare and outstanding 53-inch Oilzum Motor Oil & Lubricants porcelain curb sign. One of the most sought-after of all petroleum-related signs, it is double-sided and features an appealing orange-and-black image of Oilzum’s mascot, Oswald the Driver. The sides are graded 8.75 and 8.0, respectively. Auction estimate: $20,000–$30,000.

Two neon signs, in particular, are expected to capture bidders’ attention. The first is the finest example of an OK Used Cars neon porcelain dealership sign ever to pass through Morphy’s gallery doors. The double-sided sign with yellow, red, sky blue and white lettering and trim against a navy blue and yellow ground is graded 9.0+ and retains its original bullnose attachments. It has size going for it, as well, measuring 56 x 40 x 18 inches. Estimate: $14,000–$20,000.

The second neon sign highlight is a great-looking three-dimensional die-cut porcelain advertisement for Ford. With its distinctive flowing-script letters spelling out the brand name, this imposing 112-inch-wide sign was removed from a Ford dealership in Dallas in the early 1970s and has remained in the same private collection ever since. Unbeatable in its 8.5+, condition, this lot could reach $8,000–$14,000.

Forty-one high-quality gas pump globes are entered in the sale, including many rare and desirable productions. Immediately identifiable to collectors from its handsome image of a Native-American chief, a one-piece baked globe advertising «Musgo Gasoline Michigan’s Mile Marker» is date-stamped «September 20, 1929» on its interior. Graded 8.0+, this very clean, bright double-sided globe is estimated at $10,000–$15,000.

A very rare 15-inch double-sided globe issued by Wirt Franklin Petroleum Corporation (originally based in Ardmore, Oklahoma) also features a Native-American graphic: the full figure of a brave with his arm raised in a power salute. Complete on its original, nicely repainted metal body and in 9.0+ condition, this good-looking globe is estimated at $12,000–$18,000.

Collectors are already eyeing an extremely rare Wayne Roman column five-gallon visible gas pump. Its glass cylinder is in excellent condition and the pump lights up beautifully. An exceptional restoration was performed on this pump some years ago. It would be a prized asset in even the most advanced gas and oil collection. Estimate: $15,000–$25,000.

Morphy’s October 14-15, 2020 Automobilia & Petroliana Auction will be held live at Morphy’s gallery, 2000 N. Reading Rd., Denver, PA 17517, starting at 10 a.m. ET. Preview Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All remote forms of bidding will be available as well, including live via the Internet through Morphy Live. For additional information on any item in the sale, call 877-968-8880, email info@morphyauctions.com. View the fully illustrated catalog and sign up to bid live online at www.morphyauctions.com.

Contact: Sarah Stoltzfus
877-968-8880
255890@email4pr.com

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As Americans, Including President Donald J. Trump, Test Positive for COVID-19, the COLCORONA Trial Opens More Enrollment Sites Across the United States and Internationally

NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — With rising numbers of Americans testing positive for COVID-19, including President Trump, the <a target="_blank"…

NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — With rising numbers of Americans testing positive for COVID-19, including President Trump, the COLCORONA trial adds enrollment sites in the United States and including locations in Mississippi, Arizona, Minnesota, South Carolina, North Carolina and Florida. The trial is testing an available and affordable generic drug (colchicine) in the at-home setting.

The international COLCORONA clinical trial is evaluating colchicine, a common drug for gout, as a potential treatment to reduce severity of illness, complications, and hospitalizations due to COVID-19. Previous polling showed that Americans were more likely to receive information about the health and treatments of their political leaders than their option to enroll in a clinical trial through media sources. A Harris Poll survey shows over 60% of Americans have heard or read little to nothing at all about available clinical trials for newly diagnosed COVID-19 patients involving generic medications or drugs that are already approved for other uses (8/16/2020).

Current research with COVID-19 is showing a link between inflammation and severe progression of disease. Recent studies have shown the potential of the anti-inflammatory agent colchicine to reduce symptom severity and mortality in patients afflicted with COVID-19.

«Unfortunately, a significant number of Americans are unaware of clinical trials like COLCORONA that are testing treatments available immediately upon results,» said Dr. Jean-Claude Tardif, Director of the Research Center at the Montreal Heart Institute, Professor of Medicine at the University of Montreal, and COLCORONA principal investigator. «Results from the large definitive COLCORONA trial, which has enrolled close to 2500 with a goal to 6000 patients, may eventually offer an important option to prevent COVID-19 complications including hospitalizations in newly diagnosed at-home patients.»

The COLCORONA trial continues to expand enrollment with sites in the United States in California (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Bakersfield), Texas (Houston, Dallas), Florida (Miami, Jacksonville), Arizona (Yuma and Phoenix), Rochester (Minnesota), Greenville (South Carolina), Chapel Hill (North Carolina), Hattiesburg (Mississippi) and the New York tri-state area as well as in Canada, Spain, Brazil and South Africa, with more sites continually added.

Non-hospitalized patients aged 40 years and above, diagnosed with COVID-19, can participate for free by calling the hotline at 1-877-536-6837. Once enrolled in the study, they will have the medicine or placebo delivered directly to their home and will also have the support of a dedicated healthcare team 24/7 for any questions. COLCORONA is an at-home, contact-less clinical study approved by health authorities that is designed to have minimal burden on patients and is one of the few current studies of COVID-19 infection in which non-hospitalized individuals can participate.

About the COLCORONA Trial
COLCORONA is a contact-free, at-home, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study conducted in the United States, Canada, South America, Europe, and South Africa. COLCORONA is coordinated by the Montreal Health Innovations Coordinating Center (MHICC) and funded by the Government of Quebec, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the United States National Institutes of Health (NIH). Montreal philanthropist Sophie Desmarais, Pharmascience, CGI, and DACIMA are also collaborators of COLCORONA.

The Montreal Heart Institute and its partners worldwide would like to thank all the patients and investigators for their continued participation in the COLCORONA study.

For more information about the study, visit www.colcorona.net.

About the Montreal Heart Institute
Founded in 1954, the Montreal Heart Institute constantly aims for the highest standards of excellence in the cardiovascular field through its leadership in clinical and basic research, ultra-specialized care, professional training, and prevention. It houses the largest research center in Canada, the largest cardiovascular prevention center in the country, and the largest cardiovascular genetics center in Canada. The Institute is affiliated with the University of Montreal and has more than 2000 employees, including 245 doctors and more than 85 researchers.

About the Montreal Health Innovations Coordinating Center (MHICC)
The Montreal Health Innovations Coordinating Center (MHICC) is a leading academic clinical research organization and an integral part of the Montreal Heart Institute (MHI). The MHICC possesses an established network of collaborators in over 4500 clinical sites in more than 40 countries. It has specific expertise in precision medicine, low-cost high-quality clinical trials, and drug repurposing.

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