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FEB. 6-7 LESS CANCER WORKSHOP LEADING THE CHARGE ON CANCER PREVENTION

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The launch of Less Cancer's Annual National Cancer Prevention Workshop took place on Tuesday, February 6 in the Gold Room of the Rayburn Building, bringing together physicians, scientists, legislators, students, educators and advocates to discuss the strides made in cancer prevention.

Key Points: 
  • The Warrenton, VA, based non-profit Less Cancer , celebrating 20 years,  has led the charge on cancer prevention, initiating the United States Bipartisan Congressional Cancer Prevention Caucus, National Cancer Prevention Day, and the National Cancer Prevention Workshop.
  • "We are so grateful for the bipartisan leadership of Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI), and John James (R-MI) for the Cancer Prevention Caucus, and in support of the National Cancer Prevention Workshop," said Less Cancer founder and president Bill Couzens.
  • This year's workshop has a focus on rural health access, and the social determinants around cancer prevention and access to screening and treatment.
  • We are excited by the experts, and the legislators who have joined us to support these efforts for cancer prevention."

Vizient Hosts Congressional Briefing on Mental and Behavioral Health

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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Yesterday on Capitol Hill, Vizient, Inc. held a policy briefing titled, “Communities in Crisis: How Hospitals are Addressing Mental and Behavioral Health Challenges in their Communities” at the Rayburn House Office Building.

Key Points: 
  • Yesterday on Capitol Hill, Vizient, Inc. held a policy briefing titled, “Communities in Crisis: How Hospitals are Addressing Mental and Behavioral Health Challenges in their Communities” at the Rayburn House Office Building.
  • The event focused on hospitals’ critical role in providing mental and behavioral health treatment and support, drawing attendance from more than 60 deeply engaged congressional staff and industry stakeholders.
  • Notably, the panelists highlighted various programs and partnerships that aim to increase access and enhance care quality, such as an innovative program focused on post-discharge care, a new behavioral health urgent care model, and collaborative efforts with schools and pediatricians to promote youth mental health.
  • Vizient looks forward to continuing to work closely with policymakers, industry stakeholders, and healthcare providers to promote policies and initiatives that increase access to high-quality mental and behavioral healthcare services.

HYUNDAI HOPE ON WHEELS HOSTS ITS LARGEST CONVENING OF LEADERS TO COMMEMORATE CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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"Looking ahead, Hyundai Hope On Wheels remains committed to raising awareness and investing in pediatric cancer research and survivorship programs to continue what we started 25 years ago," said John Guastaferro, executive director, Hyundai Hope On Wheels.

Key Points: 
  • "Looking ahead, Hyundai Hope On Wheels remains committed to raising awareness and investing in pediatric cancer research and survivorship programs to continue what we started 25 years ago," said John Guastaferro, executive director, Hyundai Hope On Wheels.
  • Hyundai Hope On Wheels® is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is committed to finding a cure for childhood cancer.
  • Hyundai Hope On Wheels is one of the largest nonprofit funders of pediatric cancer research in the country.
  • In 2023, Hyundai Hope On Wheels will surpass a lifetime total donation of $225 million in support of nearly 1,300 childhood cancer research grants.

HYUNDAI HOPE ON WHEELS HOSTS ITS LARGEST CONVENING OF LEADERS TO COMMEMORATE CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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Hyundai Hope On Wheels Holds 25th Anniversary Gala in Washington, D.C. with Hyundai Global Leaders and Members of Congress

Key Points: 
  • Hyundai Hope On Wheels Holds 25th Anniversary Gala in Washington, D.C. with Hyundai Global Leaders and Members of Congress
    WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Hope On Wheels, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supported by Hyundai Motor America and its 830 U.S. dealers, celebrated a milestone year with Hyundai global leaders, members of congress, doctors, and researchers at its 25th Anniversary Gala.
  • The event honored the 25-year history of Hyundai Hope On Wheels with a focus on the future and commitment to finding a cure for pediatric cancer.
  • The 25th Anniversary Gala is one of several distinct events taking place in the Washington, D.C. area in September to commemorate Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
  • "Looking ahead, Hyundai Hope On Wheels remains committed to raising awareness and investing in pediatric cancer research and survivorship programs to continue what we started 25 years ago," said John Guastaferro, executive director, Hyundai Hope On Wheels.

HYUNDAI HOPE ON WHEELS HOSTS ITS LARGEST CONVENING OF LEADERS TO COMMEMORATE CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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Hyundai Hope On Wheels Holds 25th Anniversary Gala in Washington, D.C. with Hyundai Global Leaders and Members of Congress

Key Points: 
  • Hyundai Hope On Wheels Holds 25th Anniversary Gala in Washington, D.C. with Hyundai Global Leaders and Members of Congress
    WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Hope On Wheels, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supported by Hyundai Motor America and its 830 U.S. dealers, celebrated a milestone year with Hyundai global leaders, members of congress, doctors, and researchers at its 25th Anniversary Gala.
  • The event honored the 25-year history of Hyundai Hope On Wheels with a focus on the future and commitment to finding a cure for pediatric cancer.
  • The 25th Anniversary Gala is one of several distinct events taking place in the Washington, D.C. area in September to commemorate Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
  • "Looking ahead, Hyundai Hope On Wheels remains committed to raising awareness and investing in pediatric cancer research and survivorship programs to continue what we started 25 years ago," said John Guastaferro, executive director, Hyundai Hope On Wheels.

Vizient Hosts Congressional Briefing on Social Determinants of Health

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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Yesterday on Capitol Hill, Vizient, Inc. hosted a policy briefing titled, “Beyond the Four Walls: How Hospitals are Addressing Social Determinants of Health,” at the Rayburn House Office Building.

Key Points: 
  • Yesterday on Capitol Hill, Vizient, Inc. hosted a policy briefing titled, “Beyond the Four Walls: How Hospitals are Addressing Social Determinants of Health,” at the Rayburn House Office Building.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230713692201/en/
    From left, Verlon Salley, Donna Avila, David Levine and Steven Carson participate in the policy briefing, “Beyond the Four Walls: How Hospitals are Addressing Social Determinants of Health” at the Rayburn House Office Building July 12, 2023.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Reducing health disparities and improving access to quality, affordable healthcare remain among my top priorities in Congress,” said Rep. Sewell.
  • Vizient looks forward to continuing to partner with lawmakers and providers in their respective efforts to drive policies and improve the health of communities across the country.

Empowering Widows to Become Responsible for Managing Their Finances

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Savvy Ladies, a nationally recognized non-profit organization supporting free financial education for women, including a national free financial helpline, is pleased to announce that Stacy Francis, Founder of Savvy Ladies, will be a panelist at the 2023 International Widows Day Forum hosted by the Modern Widows and Global Fund for Widows in Washington, DC on June 23 at the Rayburn House Office Building.

Key Points: 
  • The United Nations observes June 23 as International Widows Day to draw attention to widows' voices and experiences and galvanize the unique support they need.
  • There are approximately 11.2 Million widowed women in the US in 2020 compared to 3.4 million widowed men.
  • "It is often the case that widows bear the sole responsibility of managing their finances for prolonged periods due to marrying at a younger age and having longer life expectancy compared to their partners.
  • Savvy Ladies Free Financial Helpline for all women educates and guides women to learn and make financial decisions to understand their financial picture.

citizenM Presented with the 2023 Holland on the Hill Freddy Heineken Award

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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Washington, D.C., May 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Dutch Embassy, the U.S. Congressional Caucus on the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the Netherland-American Foundation presented Dutch hotel and lifestyle brand citizenM with the 2023 Holland on the Hill Freddy Heineken Award in a ceremony in Washington, D.C.

Key Points: 
  • Washington, D.C., May 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Dutch Embassy, the U.S. Congressional Caucus on the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the Netherland-American Foundation presented Dutch hotel and lifestyle brand citizenM with the 2023 Holland on the Hill Freddy Heineken Award in a ceremony in Washington, D.C.
    Mr. Klaas van Lookeren Campagne, CEO of citizenM, accepted the award on behalf of the company.
  • citizenM was recognized for its work to strengthen the Dutch-US relationship while being an inclusive employer that is also committed to Dutch design.
  • The recipient of the Freddy Heineken Award must demonstrate, over a significant period of time, dedication to strengthening the economic ties between the Netherlands and the United States.
  • The Holland on the Hill Freddy Heineken Award, named for Freddy Heineken, honors an entrepreneur or organization that has made a substantial and positive impact on the economic ties between the Netherlands and the United States.

Allergy & Asthma Day Capitol Hill on May 3 to Spotlight Patient Access to Safe, Affordable Medications

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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Allergy & Asthma Network is urging Congress to pass legislation that helps ensure the more than 26 million Americans with asthma and 50+ million with allergies have access to safe, effective and affordable medical care.

Key Points: 
  • Allergy & Asthma Network is urging Congress to pass legislation that helps ensure the more than 26 million Americans with asthma and 50+ million with allergies have access to safe, effective and affordable medical care.
  • On May 3, the Network is hosting its 26th annual Allergy & Asthma Day Capitol Hill (AADCH) in Washington, DC.
  • This year, Allergy & Asthma Network has once again scheduled in-person visits with members of Congress, their staff and policymakers.
  • "We will advocate to expand access to high-quality affordable care, including for schoolchildren living with asthma and severe allergies.

Vizient Hosts Congressional Briefing on Pressures Facing Hospitals

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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Yesterday on Capitol Hill, Vizient, Inc. hosted a policy briefing titled, “Provider Pressures Persist: Hospitals' Struggles Against Financial, Workforce and Supply Chain Strains” at the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, D.C.

Key Points: 
  • Yesterday on Capitol Hill, Vizient, Inc. hosted a policy briefing titled, “Provider Pressures Persist: Hospitals' Struggles Against Financial, Workforce and Supply Chain Strains” at the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, D.C.
  • Attended by more than 50 Congressional staff and other healthcare stakeholders, this briefing focused on how hospitals are responding to mounting pressures while continuing to provide essential community benefits.
  • Despite these challenges, these providers, and others, are committed to patient care and delivering critical community benefits.
  • Vizient looks forward to continuing to partner alongside policymakers and our provider members to help hospitals overcome challenges associated with rising costs and the evolving healthcare delivery landscape in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.