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WASHINGTON (October 11, 2012) ? Vanguard Communications, a Hispanic woman-owned, full-service public relations and social marketing firm based in Washington, D.C., has been recognized by the National Health Information Awards (NHIA), which honors the nation?s best consumer health information programs and materials.

The NHIA recognized Vanguard with awards for two programs conducted on behalf of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA):

• The 2011 Voice Awards: Vanguard received a Bronze Award in the category of Total Special Health Event Program; and
• SAMHSA?s Wellness Initiative 2011: Vanguard received a Merit Award in the category of Total Health Information Program.

?We already feel privileged to work on behalf of clients that are dedicated to communicating for social change, particularly in the critical areas of wellness and mental health,? said Maria Rodriguez, president of Vanguard Communications. ?It?s tremendously gratifying to see the Vanguard team recognized for its passion, creativity and quality of work. We are deeply humbled and grateful to be acknowledged by the NHIA among such an esteemed group of honorees.?

Now in its 19^th year, the NHIA is the most comprehensive competition of its kind. It is organized by the Health Consumer Resource Center, a national clearinghouse for consumer health information programs and materials.

Nearly 1,000 entries were submitted by a variety of organizations in the consumer health field. All materials and/or programs developed and/or distributed between January 1, 2011, and December 31, 2011, were eligible for the competition. The materials or programs submitted must have been developed for use by consumers, not health professionals. To see a complete list of the 2012 winners and the judges? biographies, visit www.healthawards.com/2012winners.

Since 1987, Vanguard has been fortunate to partner with some of the nation?s leading nonprofits, foundations and government agencies in educating the public, changing perceptions and behavior, affecting public policy, and ultimately protecting the health and well-being of our neighbors.

For more information about Vanguard Communications, visit www.vancomm.com, ?like? Vanguard on Facebook at facebook.com/vancomm and follow on Twitter @VanComm.

?Vanguard Communications is a Hispanic woman-owned firm committed to communications initiatives that can change attitudes and perceptions and encourage public debate about critical social issues such as health, mental health, safe food and farming, the environment, education, and other quality of life concerns.

?Contact: Matt Forke, P:202-248-5484,? E Matt Forke

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