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SUMMARY:Cataract Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:Cataract is the leading cause of blindness in the world. There are close to 22.3 million Americans age 40 and older with cataracts. More than half of all Americans will have cataracts by age 80. Prevent Blindness America offers tips about prevention and information about surgery.
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/cataract-awareness-month-2/
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SUMMARY:Men's Health Month
DESCRIPTION:Anchored by a Congressional health education program\, Men’s Health Month is celebrated across the country with screenings\, health fairs\, media appearances\, and other health education and outreach activities. \nThe purpose of Men’s Health Month is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. This month gives health care providers\, public policy makers\, the media\, and individuals an opportunity to encourage men and boys to seek regular medical advice and early treatment for disease and injury.
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/mens-health-month/
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SUMMARY:Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:Worldwide\, 50 million people are living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. The Alzheimer’s Association raises awareness in June.
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/alzheimers-and-brain-awareness-month/
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SUMMARY:6th Annual Health Communicators & Journalists Rooftop Reception
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to join health reporters (including members of the DC chapter of the Association of Health Care Journalists) and senior communications staff from patient organizations and trade associations at our 6th Annual Health Communicators & Journalists Rooftop Reception in downtown D.C. on Thursday\, June 13\, 6-8pm ET. \nEvent cohosts: \n\n\nDC Chapter of the Association of Health Care Journalists; \n\n\nNational Pharmaceutical Council (NPC); \n\n\nNational Health Council (NHC); \n\n\nAdvaMed; and \n\n\nPersonalized Medicine Coalition \n\n\nRSVPs are required. NPC must provide a list of names to the building security desk prior to the reception. Please register by June 5. Space is limited on the rooftop. \nFor Reporters: As in past years\, the Association of Health Care Journalists (AHCJ) is making provisions to cater to various newsroom ethical guidelines. AHCJ will fund and set up a separate table of food and beverages\, which will be clearly labeled. There will also be the option to bring $10 to pay your own way for refreshments. If you have any questions about the event you can email dc.ahcj@gmail.com. \n\nFAQs \nAttire: Business Casual \nMay I bring a guest? \nIf you are interested in bringing PR colleagues\, we ask that you limit it to your fellow high-level communications staff members. Journalists are welcome to bring other colleagues in health\, medical industry or congressional reporting. Please register your guest by June 5.  \nWhat are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? \nBy Metro: 1717 Pennsylvania Ave.\, NW\, is just a few blocks away from the Farragut West (Orange/Blue/Silver) and Farragut North (Red) Metro lines. \nBy Car: Metered street parking is available \nParking Garages (open after 7pm): \n\nOne Parking\, 1717 Pennsylvania Ave.\, NW (closes at 9pm)\nLAZ Parking\, 1747 Pennsylvania Ave.\, NW (closes at 9pm)\nColonial Parking\, 1701 Pennsylvania Ave.\, NW (closes at 11pm). Garage entrance located on 17th Street between H Street and Pennsylvania Ave.\, NW (next to McDonalds)\n\nHow can I contact the organizer with any questions? \nContact: Tanya Bailey\, NPC Membership & Meetings Associate (202-827-2092; tbailey@npcnow.org)
URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/6th-annual-health-communicators-journalists-rooftop-reception/
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