BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Association of Health Care Journalists - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://healthjournalism.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Association of Health Care Journalists REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20100314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20101107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20110313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20111106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20120311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20121104T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20111029T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20111102T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160603Z UID:23792-1319850000-1320195600@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:APHA Annual Meeting 2011 DESCRIPTION:This is the oldest and largest gathering of public health professionals in the world. More than 13\,000 physicians\, nurses\, educators\, researchers and related health specialists gather to address health science\, policy and practice issues. 2011’s theme is “healthy communities promote healthy minds & bodies.” \nView the meeting program by day | Registration and more information \nWhen: October 29\, 2011 – November 2\, 2011 \nWhere: Washington Convention Center801 Mt Vernon Place NW Washington\, DC 20001 URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/apha-annual-meeting-2011/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20111023T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20111027T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160606Z UID:23802-1319331600-1319677200@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress DESCRIPTION:The theme this year is “The surgeon as a leader: Addressing health care disparities.” There will be sessions will address quality and outcomes\, timely health policy topics\, supporting surgical practice in a changing health care environment and a special focus on education and training to improve quality and promote patient safety. \nPress registration materials are now posted online.   \n\nPress Credentials Criteria\nPress Credentials Application (35K PDF)\n\nPlease note that there are two categories of press: Press and Commercial Press. The deadline for advance registration under the Press Category is Sept. 30 at 4 p.m. CDT. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/american-college-of-surgeons-clinical-congress/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20111022T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20111026T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160606Z UID:23805-1319245200-1319590800@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:AMIA’s Annual Symposium DESCRIPTION:American Medical Informatics Association’s Annual Symposium\, the world’s most comprehensive annual meeting on biomedical and health informatics will feature leading scientists and business professionals\, as well as educational workshops and an exhibition hall. \nAMIA’s Annual Symposium attracts more than 2\,000 professionals and students from a broad swath of occupational settings – academic institutions\, clinical practice\, community-based organizations\, government agencies and the military\, health care facilities\, industry\, international health and research organizations. \nMore Information | Registration URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/amiaaes-annual-symposium/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20111017T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20111018T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160608Z UID:23796-1318813200-1318899600@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Inequity to Equity: Promoting Health and Wellness of Women with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:This conference aims to foster an integrated health care agenda to improve health outcomes for women with disabilities bu promoting knowledge an information exchange among women with disabilities\, their advocates\, policymakers\, educators\, researchers and health care providers such as psychologists. The American Psychological Association\, the Howard University Women’s Health Institute\, and Gallaudet University put on this interactive\, interdisciplinary conference. \nMore details here. \nWhen: October 17-18\, 2011 \nWhere: Kellogg Conference Hotel at Gallaudet University800 Florida Avenue NortheastWashington DC\, 20002-3600  URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/inequity-to-equity-promoting-health-and-wellness-of-women-with-disabilities/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20111011T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20111013T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160610Z UID:23801-1318294800-1318467600@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Rare Diseases and Orphan Drugs Summit 2011 DESCRIPTION:This meeting will represent a collaboration among academic researchers\, clinical researchers\, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies\, regulatory and health agencies\, patient organizations\, payors and venture capital/private equity concerns to address the need for effective therapies for rare diseases. \nThere will be three tracks offered: \n\nFor Researchers\, Drug and Device Companies\nFor Patient Advocates and Patient Organizations \nFor Investors\n\nIt is hosted by the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) and the Drug Information Association (DIA). Additional support comes from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)\, National Institutes of Health (NIH)\, European Rare Diseases Organization (EURORDIS) and Duke University School of Medicine. \nGo to the website for more information about the program and registration. To apply for a press pass\, contact  Joe Krasowski: Joe.Krasowski@diahome.org. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/rare-diseases-and-orphan-drugs-summit-2011/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20111003T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20111008T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160612Z UID:23806-1317603600-1318035600@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization Clinical Team Conference DESCRIPTION:According to the CTC website\, you will have the opportunity to: \n\nAttend plenary and breakout sessions lead by national experts in interdisciplinary palliative care and hospice\nHear the latest regulatory update from the NHPCO’s regulatory team\nLearn with members of your discipline as well as members of the IDT\nParticipate in focused networking opportunities specific to your discipline as well as cross-disciplinary topical discussions\nPreview new and innovative products and services from dozens of vendors\nParticipate in renewal and reflection opportunities designed to reinvigorate and inspire yo URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/national-hospice-and-palliative-care-organization-clinical-team-conference/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20111003T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20111003T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160613Z UID:23813-1317603600-1317603600@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Access Denied: Science News and Government Transparency DESCRIPTION:Get the highlights of this webcast.  \nAn investigation in the current issue of Columbia Journalism Review finds that despite President Obama’s early promise to create an open government\, the nation’s science reporters feel there has been little to no progress since Bush was in office. The National Press Club will host a panel of journalists and invited administration officials to critique what journalists and the government are (or aren’t) doing to change that. \nSpeakers include: \n\nCurtis Brainard\, CJR science editor\nJoseph Davis\, Society of Environmental Journalists (SEJ)\nFelice Freyer\, Association of Health Care Journalists (AHCJ)\nDarren Samuelsohn\, Politico’s senior\nClothilde Le Coz\, Reporters Without Borders energy and environment reporter\n\nRepresentatives of the Environmental Protection Agency\, the Department of Health and Human Services and the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy have been invited. \nThe National Press Club offices are located at 529 14th Street NW\, Washington\, D.C. \nTo reserve\, call: 202-662-7501 URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/access-denied-science-news-and-government-transparency/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110922T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110922T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160616Z UID:23812-1316653200-1316653200@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Debunking the Myths of Falls in Older Adults DESCRIPTION:September 23 is National Falls Prevention Awareness Day. Join the National Council of Aging the day before to learn about the latest program resources and best practices for educating older adults and their families about falls and how senior-oriented facilities can reduce their risk of falling. \nThis free webinar is 1:30-2:20 p.m. EST. \nThe keynote speaker is Emily Watson\, Program Associate in the Center for Healthy Aging at the National Council on Aging. \nRegister here. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/webinar-debunking-the-myths-of-falls-in-older-adults/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110922T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110922T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160616Z UID:23811-1316653200-1316653200@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Healthcare Reform: What You’re Not Hearing in the National Debate DESCRIPTION:The conference features some of the nation’s leading authorities on healthcare who will address tort reform\, insurance company profits\, unsustainable medical costs\, new models of healthcare delivery\, transparency\, regulatory issues\, and how the new legislation will affect businesses. \nThe keynote speakers are: \n\nHerbert Pardes\, M.D.\, chief executive officer\, New York-Presbyterian Hospital\nKenneth L. Davis\, M.D.\, president and chief executive officer\, The Mt. Sinai Medical Center\nPaul Keckley\, Ph.D.\, executive director\, Deloitte Center for Health Solution\n\nFor press passes or to arrange an interview\, please contact Carolyn Mandelker\, cmandelker@harrison-edwardspr.com or 914-242-0010 before Sept. 20. For more information\, visit  www.wcahealthcare.com. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/healthcare-reform-what-youaere-not-hearing-in-the-national-debate/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110918T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110921T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160617Z UID:23799-1316307600-1316566800@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Annual Conference is a free conference that covers innovative approaches to solving safety\, quality\, and access issues. Pick a specialized track according to your interests: \n\nMaking Care Safer by Reducing Harm Caused in the Delivery of Care\nEnsuring That Each Person and Family Are Engaged as Partners in Their  \nPromoting Effective Communication and Coordination of Care\nPromoting the Most Effective Prevention and Treatment Practices for the Leading Causes of Mortality\, Starting With Cardiovascular Disease\nWorking With Communities to Promote Wide Use of Best Practices to Enable Healthy Living\nMaking Quality Care More Affordable for Individuals\, Familes\, Employers\, and Governments by Developing and Spreading New Health Care Delivery Models\n\nMore info here | Registration required \nWhen: September 18-21\, 2011 \nWhere: Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center\, Bethesda\, MD URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/agency-for-healthcare-research-and-quality-annual-conference/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110915T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110917T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160619Z UID:23795-1316048400-1316221200@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Association of Reproductive Health Professionals Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:This 48th annual meeting is a practical conference on reproductive health for a range of professionals (students and researchers also welcome): physicians\, nurse practitioners\, physician assistants\, midwives\, pharmacists and public health advocates working in reproductive and sexual health. \nChoose sessions from seven reproductive health topics to expand your knowledge base and acquire skills to improve your practice: \n\nfull spectrum contraception care\nevidence-based abortion care\nmaternal and child health\nhealthy sexuality\nchronic medical conditions impacting reproductive health\nreproductive and environmental health\nmultipurpose prevention technologies\n\nMore event information at the association’s website. \nWhen: September 15-17\, 2011 \nWhere: The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas3708 Las Vegas Boulevard SouthLas Vegas\, NV 89109 URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/association-of-reproductive-health-professionals-annual-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110915T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110915T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160620Z UID:23807-1316048400-1316048400@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Food Forum Meeting on Informing Health & Food Policy through Systematic\, Evidence-Based Reviews DESCRIPTION:The IOM’s Food Forum will host a public meeting on September 15\, to examine how systematic\, evidence-based reviews in the field of nutrition are used to develop policy recommendations that improve public health. \nMeeting presentations and discussions will address the key issues and challenges associated with conducting systematic reviews in various areas of nutritional sciences\, such as individual nutrients\, foods and food groups\, dietary patterns\, and health claims. Participants will also discuss the issues and considerations regarding the application of systematic\, evidence-based reviews to develop public policy recommendations. Opportunities to improve the quality of systematic reviews in nutrition will be explored\, with particular consideration to the recent IOM report on standards for systematic reviews and its possible application to nutrition. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/food-forum-meeting-on-informing-health-food-policy-through-systematic-evidence-based-reviews/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110824T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110825T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160625Z UID:23804-1314147600-1314234000@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Adverse Effects of Vaccines: Evidence and Causality DESCRIPTION:Vaccines have dramatically reduced illnesses and deaths due to infectious diseases over the past century. However\, no pharmaceutical product is completely without risk and some people have experienced health problems associated with immunization. Adverse Effects of Vaccines: Evidence and Causality\, a new report from the Institute of Medicine\, presents a comprehensive synthesis of the scientific evidence about the potential risks of eight vaccines covered by the federal Vaccine Injury Compensation Program. The report identifies some risks that are linked to vaccines as well as some effects that are not caused by immunizations. \nAdvance copies will be available to reporters only beginning at 11 a.m. EDT Wednesday\, Aug. 24. The report is embargoed and not for public release before 11 a.m. EDT Thursday\, Aug. 25.   Journalists may join a one-hour telephone press conference at 11 a.m. EDT to discuss the report with members of the authoring committee.  Committee members will also discuss their findings and take questions from all interested individuals during a one-hour public webcast beginning at 1 p.m. EDT\, available through a link at http://www.iom.edu/vaccineadverseeffects. \nREPORTERS: To obtain a copy of the report and dial-in information for the telephone news conference and to arrange interviews with committee members\, contact the National Academies’ Office of News and Public Information; tel. 202-334-2138 or e-mail news@nas.edu. More information on the study is available at http://www.iom.edu/vaccineadverseeffects. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/adverse-effects-of-vaccines-evidence-and-causality/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110822T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110824T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160625Z UID:23798-1313974800-1314147600@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Florida Conference on Aging DESCRIPTION:“Aging through a new lens” is this year’s theme for the Florida Conference on Aging. Tracks include: adult day services\, case management\, mental health civic engagement and volunteerism\, nutrition\, policy and senior center. \nPre-conference sessions on similar topics will be held starting August 21. (See page 4 of the brochure). \nMore information | Registration form | Or call 850-222-8877 \nWhen: August 22-24\, 2011 \nWhere: Pete Beach\, FL URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/florida-conference-on-aging/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110817T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110818T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160626Z UID:23797-1313542800-1313629200@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:The New Aging Demographic: Change\, Challenge and Choices DESCRIPTION:Topics for the day-and-a-half annual meeting and conference of the Utah Aging Alliance range from Social Security\, Medicare and Medicaid to hunger\, mental health\, financial issues and more.  \nSee the advanced program here. \nWhen: August 17-18\, 2011 \nWhere:  Miller Conference CenterSalt Lake Community College9750 South 300 WestSandy\, Utah 84070 URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/the-new-aging-demographic-change-challenge-and-choices/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110718T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110723T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160629Z UID:23769-1310950800-1311382800@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:The American Heart Association's Basic Cardiovascular Sciences 2011 DESCRIPTION:The American Heart Association's Basic Cardiovascular Sciences 2011 has positioned itself as a somewhat informal gathering during which basic knowledge and research can be disseminated across academic and professional lines. \nMedia registration information: \n\nDirect media inquiries to Corporate and Media Communications at (214) 706-1396. You can direct news media to our newsroom for inquiries and registration and housing information. \n\n  \n  URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/the-american-heart-associations-basic-cardiovascular-sciences-2011/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110712T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110713T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160630Z UID:23794-1310432400-1310518800@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:New Report: Making Oral Health Care More Accessible DESCRIPTION:Children\, older adults\, and people who live in rural areas are among many Americans who must overcome obstacles to receive regular dental care. “Improving Access to Oral Health Care for Vulnerable and Underserved Populations\,” a new report from the IOM and National Research Council\, examines the scope and consequences of inadequate access to oral health services in the U.S and recommends ways to combat economic\, structural\, geographic\, and cultural factors that prevent access to regular\, quality care.  \nAdvance copies will be available to reporters only beginning at 11 a.m. EDT Tuesday\, July 12. The report is embargoed and not for public release before 11 a.m. EDT Wednesday\, July 13.  \nFollowing the release\, members of the committee that wrote the report will discuss their findings at a one-hour public briefing starting at 1 p.m. at the National Press Club. Those who cannot attend may participate through a live video webcast accessible at http://www.national-academies.org. \nReporters can obtain copies of the report or register to attend the briefing by contacting the National Academies’ Office of News and Public Information; tel. 202-334-2138 or e-mail news@nas.edu. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/new-report-making-oral-health-care-more-accessible/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110623T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110625T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160646Z UID:23780-1308790800-1308963600@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:APHA midyear meeting: Implementing health reform - A public health approach DESCRIPTION:The American Public Health Association will bring together public health practitioners\, administrators and partners to discuss next steps after the passage of the Affordable Health Care Act and share best practices in reforming the national health system. \nThe meeting will build off of the APHA's Summit on Health Reform\, which took place in Denver last November. It will answer questions such as: \n\nWhat are the implications for the public health work force? \nWhat infrastructure and IT challenges does the new law raise? \nHow can we best achieve prevention and wellness? \nThis meeting will address these and many other questions that are critical to improving health outcomes in all communities.\n\nMore information can be found here. \nWhen: June 23-25\, 2011 \nWhere: Chicago\, Ill. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/apha-midyear-meeting-implementing-health-reform-a-public-health-approach/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110615T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110617T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160648Z UID:23790-1308099600-1308272400@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:National Advisory Committee on Rural Health and Human Services Meeting DESCRIPTION:The National Advisory Committee on Rural Health and Human Services provides advice and recommendations of health and human services in rural areas. This meeting will include presentations about health indicators in rural Michigan\, value-based purchasing\, primary care and placement\, as well as visits to area rural health care providers. The meeting is open to the public but transportation to the site visits will not be provided to the public. \nFor more information:Thomas Morris\, MPA\, Executive Secretary\, National Advisory Committee on Rural Health and Human Services\, Health Resources and Services Administration\, Parklawn Building\, Room 10B-455600 Fishers LaneRockville\, MD 20857Telephone (301) 443-0835\, Fax (301) 443-2803. \nPersons interested in attending any portion of the meeting should contact Deborah DeMasse-Snell at the Office of Rural Health Policy (ORHP) via Telephone at (301) 443-0835 or by e-mail at ddemasse-snell@hrsa.gov. The committee meeting agenda will be posted on ORHP's Web site http://www.ruralhealth.hrsa.gov. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/national-advisory-committee-on-rural-health-and-human-services-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110613T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110616T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160649Z UID:23766-1307926800-1308186000@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:NCDEU 2011\, sponsored by the American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology DESCRIPTION:NCDEU\, an annual meeting sponsored by the American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology\, promises to focus on the "latest developments in psychopharmacologic clinical research and related methodology." This year's theme will be "Anticipating the Future of Drug Development: New Targets\, Integrative Biomarkers\, and Beyond." \nFor more information on registration and schedule\, check back on the conference web site nearer to meeting time. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/ncdeu-2011-sponsored-by-the-american-society-of-clinical-psychopharmacology/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110608T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110610T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160650Z UID:23789-1307494800-1307667600@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Joint Commission: Come Together—A Gathering of Leading Ideas in Quality and Safety DESCRIPTION:The Joint Commission and Joint Commission Resources' Annual Conference on Quality and Patient Safety will feature: \n\n\nProfessor James Reason\, whose seminal work on human error has shaped efforts to improve health care safety \n\n\nBassett Healthcare Network Chief Nursing Officer Connie Jastremski's discussion of using regulatory requirements to inspire innovation \n\n\nFred Lee\, author of If Disney Ran Your Hospital: 9½ Things You Would Do Differently \n\n\nJane Holl\, M.D.\, M.P.P.\, Feinberg School of Medicine\, Northwestern University\, who will explore issues related to assessing and improving pediatric safety and quality of care through simulation \n\n\nMark R. Chassin\, M.D.\,FACP\, M.P.P.\, M.P.H.\, president\, The Joint Commission\, speaking on "The Challenge of High Reliability Healthcare." In this presentation he will review how the demands are increasing for health care organizations to eliminate preventable complications and provide extraordinarily safe environments for patients. \n\n\nContact: \nElizabeth Eaken Zhani\, media relations manager\, The Joint Commission (630-792-5914\, ezhani@jointcommission.org)   URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/joint-commission-come-togetheraea-gathering-of-leading-ideas-in-quality-and-safety/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110606T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110607T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160651Z UID:23786-1307322000-1307408400@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Clinical Trials: New Challenges & Opportunities DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the National Library of Medicine and the National Library of Medicine\, in association with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)\, are cosponsoring this event to explore the future of clinical trials\, as part of the National Library of Medicine's 175th Anniversary celebrations. \nThe conference\, held at the Natcher Center on the NIH campus in Bethesda\, Md.\, will convene key government\, industry\, academic\, and patient advocate representatives to discuss pressing issues in clinical trials\, including: \n\n Roles of NIH and ClinicalTrials.gov\, the FDA\, industry\, and academia \nRegistration and results reporting at ClinicalTrials.gov \nEffects of patient-driven digital networks on clinical research \nNovel methodologies to improve efficiency and quality \nClinical research's response to public health needs \nForging government-industry partnerships \nImproving medical care by disseminating trial results \n\nMore information \n\nConference program\nRegistration \nContact: helen.harley@fnlm.org; 202-679-9930 URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/clinical-trials-new-challenges-opportunities/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110603T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110607T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160652Z UID:23768-1307062800-1307408400@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:47th American Society of Clinical Oncology annual meeting DESCRIPTION:The American Society of Clinical Oncology's 2011 annual meeting will cover everything from oncology research to the practical aspects of running an oncology practice. A preliminary schedule is available online\, and registration is open and online attendance will be possible. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/47th-american-society-of-clinical-oncology-annual-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110602T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110605T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160653Z UID:23765-1306976400-1307235600@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:American Headache Society annual scientific meeting DESCRIPTION:The American Headache Society's 2011 scientific meeting is set for Washington\, D.C. \nOnce a schedule and exibits are set\, the meeting website will be updated accordingly. The same goes for registration. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/american-headache-society-annual-scientific-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110428T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110429T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160656Z UID:23783-1303952400-1304038800@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:New Strategies for Health Promotion: Steering Clear of Ethical Pitfalls DESCRIPTION:This two-day conference\, one in an annual series devoted to ethical issues in population and global health\, will examine the ethics of new strategies for health promotion currently under development in the United States and in developing countries. The goal of the conference is to identify potential ethical pitfalls of these interventions so that ethical problems and controversies do not reduce their potential benefit for population health. \nThis year's conference is a collaborative effort between the Harvard Program in Ethics and Health\, Harvard's Safra Center for Ethics\, and the World Bank. Speakers are drawn from academia\, government\, NGOs\, industry\, and labor. \nTo learn more\, view the conference agenda. \nLocation: The Inn at Longwood Medical (Best Western Boston) \n  \nRegistration is required for this free event. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/new-strategies-for-health-promotion-steering-clear-of-ethical-pitfalls/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110427T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110501T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160657Z UID:23784-1303866000-1304211600@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Media briefing for American Society of Breast Surgeons DESCRIPTION:The American Society of Breast Surgeons will hold a press briefing April 29 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EST that will be accessible as a webinar. Researchers will present their findings followed by question and answers. \nThe society's annual meeting will focus on new mammography screening guidelines\, the role of Vitamin D in breast health\, radiation treatments and satisfaction rates of mastectomy patients. \nMore information here | Register for the webinar here | Meeting details  \nWhen: April 27 – May 1\, 2011 \nWhere: Marriott Wardman Park\, Washington\, DC URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/media-briefing-for-american-society-of-breast-surgeons/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110427T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110430T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160657Z UID:23767-1303866000-1304125200@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:32nd Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions of the Society of Behavioral Medicine DESCRIPTION:The focus of the 32nd Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions of the Society of Behavioral Medicine  will be "Behavioral Medicine: Accelerating our Impact on the Public's Health." A preliminary schedule is already online. Registration is open. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/32nd-annual-meeting-scientific-sessions-of-the-society-of-behavioral-medicine/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110406T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110410T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160658Z UID:23773-1302051600-1302397200@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:iMOSAIC (Integrative Medicine Offering Science-based Alternatives in Collaboration) Conference DESCRIPTION:Four organizations specializing in integrative and holistic medicine have joined forces for the Integrative Medicine Offering Science-based Alternatives in Collaboration\, or iMOSAIC\, Conference.  \nFor more information and a schedule\, see the conference website. Online registration is open. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/imosaic-integrative-medicine-offering-science-based-alternatives-in-collaboration-conference/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110401T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110403T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T161024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160659Z UID:23774-1301619600-1301792400@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Women's Health 2011: The 19th Annual Congress DESCRIPTION:Together\, Journal of Women's Health and the VCU Institute for Women's Health are hosting the 19th annual Women's Health Congress. The program hits all the big notes when it comes to women's health issues\, including reporductive\, cardiovascular and cosmetic. \nRegistration is open\, see the conference site for details. URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/womens-health-2011-the-19th-annual-congress/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20110329T010000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20110401T010000 DTSTAMP:20260427T193922 CREATED:20231025T160950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T160704Z UID:23764-1301360400-1301619600@healthjournalism.org SUMMARY:Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:This year's theme is "Screening in Adolescents: Is an Ounce of Prevention Worth a Pound of Cure?" \nThe meeting offers research\, clinical workshops and discussion forums for attendees of diverse disciplines and from around the world. \nSessions schedule cover a wide range of issues\, including: \n\nConcussions and sports medicine\nSTDs\nAnxiety disorders \nViolence prevention\nEating disorders\nCollege health\nContraception \nWays of communicating health messages URL:https://healthjournalism.org/event/society-for-adolescent-health-and-medicine-annual-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Event END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR