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August 2008
National Health Observances for August 2008
Source: 2008 National Health Observances, National Health Information Center, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, DC.
63rd Annual Workers' Compensation Educational Conference & 20th Annual Safety & Health Conference
August 17 to 20, 2008
Orlando, Florida
Every aspect of workers compensation and safety will be topics for discussion with breakouts for differing areas of expertise.
Indoor Air 2008: The 11th International Conference on Indoor Air Quality and Climate
August 17 to 22, 2008
Copenhagen, Denmark
The 11th Indoor Air conference will be a multidisciplinary event involving participants from medicine, engineering, architecture and related fields. The conference will cover all aspects of Indoor Air Quality and Climate and the effects on human health, comfort and productivity. Cutting-edge research results will be presented, including ways to achieve an optimal indoor environment in a sustainable manner. The conference will address a variety of indoor environments - residential, office, school, industrial, commercial and transport.
24th Annual National Voluntary Protection Programs Participants’ Association Conference
August 25 to 28, 2008
Anaheim, California
Conference participants represent professions including industrial hygienists, union representatives, consultants, environmental health specialists, human resource managers, government agency representatives from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Energy (DOE).
World Cancer Congress 2008
"Toward True Cancer Control"
August 27 to 31, 2008
Geneva, Switzerland
The Congress program will focus on public health, prevention, cancer and tobacco control, palliative care and patient advocacy as they apply to high and resource-constrained countries alike. The rapid progress in treatment will be the center of many symposia.
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September 2008
National Health Observances for September 2008
Source: 2008 National Health Observances, National Health Information Center, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, DC.
2008 ASTHO-NACCHO Joint Conference
"Becoming the Healthiest Nation in a Healthier World"
September 9 to 12, 2008
Sacramento, California
The goal of the ASTHO-NACCHO 2008 Joint Conference is to enhance the ability of participants to help create a 21st century health system necessary for the United States to become the healthiest nation in the world. ASTHO-NACCHO 2008 will achieve this goal by providing sessions that enable attendees to:
- Describe policies that promote health value and equity to help the U.S. become the healthiest nation in the world
- Outline strategies, resources, and tools for accountability and performance improvement to help the U.S. become the healthiest nation in the world
- Identify practices and policies designed to strengthen cooperation between state and local public health agencies to help the U.S. become the healthiest nation in the world
- Demonstrate best practices for collaboration and the alignment of resources among public and private sector key stakeholders to help the U.S. become the healthiest nation in the world
- Examine innovations in policy, legal decisions, and investments to help the U.S. become the healthiest nation in the world
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American Association of Occupational Health Nurses Conference for Leadership Advancement
"Business Relationships That Work: Influence and Persuasion"
September 10 to 12, 2008
Atlanta, Georgia
This event will will focus on the leadership skills necessary to develop and improve relationships in the workplace.
1st International Conference on Nanodrugs and Clinical Nanotechnology
September 11 to 12, 2008
London, United Kingdom
Case studies of pipelines, progress and clinical efficacy, and challenges of bioengineering and manufacturing will be the main themes of the conference.
3rd International Conference on the Environmental Effects of Nanoparticles and Nanomaterials
September 15 and 16, 2008
Birmingham, England
Themes of this event include:
- Chemical and physical properties of manufactured or natural nanoparticles and other nanomaterials in the environment
- Fate, behavior, interaction and biogeochemistry
- Toxicological, ecotoxicology and biological effects
- Detection, measurement and bioassays for nanosubstances
- Environmental Risk Assessment, Life Cycle Analysis, modeling and human health
- Environmental and industrial applications of nanotechnologies
- Positive effects of nanoparticles in the environment
- Knowledge transfer (e.g., what can we learn from ultrafines or other particulates?)
- Regulation, legislation, policy and public perception of new technology
2008 United States Conference on AIDS
September 18 to 21, 2008
Miami Beach, Florida
This event is the largest AIDS-related gathering in the United States. Each year, over 3,000 workers from all fronts of the HIV/AIDS epidemic—from case managers and physicians, to public health workers and advocates—come together to build national support networks, exchange the latest information and learn cutting-edge tools to address the challenges of HIV/AIDS.
96th Annual National Safety Council Congress & Expo
September 19 to 26, 2008
Anaheim, California
The world's largest annual event for safety, health and environmental professionals.
18th World Congress of Epidemiology
"Epidemiology in the Construction of Health for All: Tools for a Changing World"
September 20 to 24, 2008
Porto Alegre, Brazil
Abstract topics include: alcohol and substance abuse, dissemination and transfer of epidemiological knowledge, epidemiology and demography, epidemiology and environmental health, epidemiology and other disciplines: interdisciplinary and intersectoral approaches, epidemiology for health services, planning and management, epidemiology of accidents, violence and injuries, epidemiology of natural and social catastrophes, epidemiology of population groups, epidemiology teaching, ethics in epidemiological research, evaluation of health systems, policies, programs and services, evaluation of medical technologies, genetic and molecular epidemiology, health and disease surveillance, health information systems, hospital epidemiology, infectious and parasitic diseases, life-course epidemiology, mental health, methods and techniques in epidemiological research, non-communicable chronic diseases, nutritional epidemiology, oral health, pharmacoepidemiology, qualitative methods in epidemiology, social epidemiology and inequities in health, theoretical and conceptual epidemiology.
Sixth National Conference on Quality Health Care for Culturally Diverse Populations
“Partnerships for the future: Supporting practitioners and advancing the field through innovation, policy and research.”
September 21 to 24, 2008
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Starting with a look at the national and global trends in health care and immigration, the conference will use plenary sessions, workshops and moderated dialogues with conference participants to:
- Address the needs and concerns that affect day-to-day practice of culturally appropriate care at the clinical, organizational and community level
- Develop a vision for advancing the field
- Continue the integration of cultural competence/disparity reduction in mainstream health care priorities
4th International Forum on Disability Management
"Breaking down barriers together"
September 22 to 24, 2008
Berlin, Germany
The International Forum on Disability Management has developed into a movement that spans continents, and new alliances have been formed. The people who meet at these gatherings are making a difference, tearing down walls between the concerned persons and developing cross-border return-to-work strategies. Disability managers from throughout the world exchange experiences and can learn from each other.
National Indian Health Board 24th Annual Consumer Conference
September 22 to 25, 2008
Portland, Oregon
52nd Annual Meeting of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
September 22 to 26, 2008
New York, New York
The following is a partial listing of workshops:
- A Look Toward the Future of the Modern Office
- Biomechanical Job Analysis Using the University of Michigan Three-Dimensional Static Strength Prediction ProgramTM (3DSSPP)
- Identifying and Applying International Ergonomics Computing Standards
- Engineering Resilience to Create Safety
- Cognitive Crash Dummies: Predictive Human Performance Modeling for Interactive System Design
- Risk Evaluation for the Upper Extremities
Inhaled Particles X Conference 2008
September 23 to 25, 2008
Sheffield, United Kingdom
This event will bring together world-renowned and up-and-coming researchers from a wide range of specialist disciplines, but with a common interest and purpose: to better understand the nature of inhalable particles and their effects once inhaled, for the protection of workers’ and public health.
The Sustainable City 2008: Fifth International Conference on Urban Regeneration and Sustainability
September 24 to 26, 2008
Skiathos, Greece
This conference aims to address the many inter-related aspects of the urban environment from transport and mobility to social exclusion and crime prevention. It is hoped that the meeting will build on the contributions made in previous conferences, which successfully managed to provide an international view of the problems facing modern cities and their solutions.
6th World Stroke Congress
September 24 to 27, 2008
Vienna, Austria
Scientific sessions will cover all aspects of stroke, including basic research, clinical applications, recovery and rehabilitation. All medical doctors and other professionals from around the world are welcomed to join this discussion and become part of a network of collaboration against stroke.
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October 2008
National Health Observances for October 2008
Source: 2008 National Health Observances, National Health Information Center, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, DC.
Michigan's Premier Public Health Conference
October 15 and 16, 2008
Kalamazoo, Michigan
True North's Annual Conference
"Relationship: Integrating the Science and Spirit of Healing"
October 15 to 18, 2008
Portland, Maine
This event brings together the best of Functional Medicine's science-based approach with
aspects of the heart not normally presented at medical conferences. This year's conference will look closely at many "upstream" contributors to health and disease: environment, genetics, epigentics, beliefs and perceptions.
National Occupational Injury Research Symposium 2008
October 21 to 23, 2008
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
This event is the fourth such symposium focusing on research for the prevention of work-related traumatic injuries. The presentations will describe research studies, methods, and findings related to traumatic occupational injuries.
Symposium objectives include:
- Presenting current research findings.
- Fostering collaboration among researchers from a broad range of disciplines and perspectives, and exploring underutilized disciplines and topic areas.
- Identifying best practices in the area of intervention evaluation.
- Exploring the cost-effectiveness of injury prevention strategies and interventions.
- Showcasing innovative and high technology approaches to research and prevention.
- Continuing to promote the implementation of NORA.
American Public Health Association 2008 Annual Meeting & Exposition
October 25 to 29, 2008
San Diego, California
The APHA Annual Meeting & Exposition is the oldest and largest gathering of public health professionals in the world, attracting more than 13,000 national and international physicians, administrators, nurses, educators, researchers, epidemiologists, and related health specialists. APHA's meeting program addresses current and emerging health science, policy, and practice issues in an effort to prevent disease and promote health.
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5th International Congress on Women, Work and Health
"Toward decent and healthy jobs for women"
October 27 to 31, 2008
Zacatecas, Mexico
A major objective of this congress is to achieve the participation of decision makers in the areas of work, health and gender equity. Congress leaders and participants will seek to promote the presence of women’s studies researchers, as well as an international participation.
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November 2008
National Health Observances for November 2008
Source: 2008 National Health Observances, National Health Information Center, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, DC.
International Symposium on the Role of Soy in Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention and Treatment
November 9 to 12, 2008
Tokyo, Japan
This event will bring scientists from the East and the West together to establish international collaborations in soy research.
American School Health Association 82nd Annual School Health Conference
"Finding Common Ground in Human Sexuality and Other Adolescent Health Issues"
November 12 to 15, 2008
Tampa, Florida
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December 2008
National Health Observances for December 2008
2008 National Ergonomics Conference and Exposition
"Ergo Expo"
December 2 to 5, 2008
Las Vegas, Nevada
At this event expertise will be provided in the following areas:
- Program management and team building
- Cost justification and ROI
- Productivity and efficiency improvements
- Avoiding common, but costly mistakes
- Workplace safety and risk assessment
- Regulatory issues and employment law
- Workers' compensation
- Return to work programs
- Facility design and management
- Training and communication
- Dealing with an aging workforce
- Determining the cost effectiveness of products and services
American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry 19th Annual Meeting & Symposium
December 4 to 7, 2008
Boca Raton, Florida
The meeting provides researchers and health care practitioners the latest developments in treating mental health and substance abuse disorders. Meeting events include symposia, workshops, poster sessions showcasing new research in the field, Lunch with the Experts, plenary sessions, Breakfast for Trainees, and a case conference with expert discussion.
50th American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting and Exposition
December 6 to 9, 2008
San Francisco, California
In the past half century, the annual meeting has grown to more than 500 oral presentations and nearly 2,500 poster presentations of scientific abstracts.
American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene 57th Annual Meeting
December 7 to 11, 2008
New Orleans, Louisiana
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January 2009
38th Critical Care Congress
January 31 to February 4, 2009
Nashville, Tennessee
The Society’s annual Congress is the largest multiprofessional critical care event of the year, drawing nearly 6,000 nurses, pharmacists, physicians, respiratory therapists, students, veterinarians, and other providers from around the world.
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February 2009
Association of Prevention Teaching and Research Annual Meeting: Teaching Prevention 2009
February 11 to 14, 2009
Los Angeles, California
This meeting will bring together educators from across the health professions to learn about interprofessional / interdisciplinary education and practice, issues in graduate public health education, the future of undergraduate public health education, and community based participatory research.
International Stroke Conference 2009
February 17 to 20, 2009
San Diego, California
Program focus areas include: Basic Science, Clinical Science, Diagnosis, Prevention, Rehabilitation, and Treatment/Intervention.
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April 2009
The American Organization of Nurse Executives 2009 Annual Meeting & Exposition
"Leading Beyond Limits"
April 15 to 19, 2009
San Antonio, Texas
A wide array of concurrent sessions will be focused on five distinct themes of complexity science, technology, globalization, diversity, and workforce environment.
Community-Campus Partnerships for Health 11th Annual Conference
April 29 to May 2, 2009
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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June 2009
Urban and Regional Information Systems Association Second GIS in Public Health Conference
June 5 to 8, 2009
Providence, Rhode Island
Conference Vision: To provide an open and participatory forum for advancing the effective use of spatial information and geographic information system technologies across the domains of public health, healthcare and community health preparedness.
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