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SUMMARY:2024 Virginia Patient Safety Summit
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the 2024 Virginia Patient Safety Summit\, which will be held as a virtual event on\nThursday\, February 22\, 2024 from 9:30 a.m.-3:45 p.m. \nHaving an innovative mindset in healthcare is in high demand right now. Healthcare delivery innovation is necessary to find new ways to improve quality\, enhance the patient experience\, expand safety initiatives\, increase efficiency\, and reduce costs.  As hospitals and health systems pursue innovative solutions in all aspects of their care delivery and quality and safety improvement efforts\, they are making real strides toward what the industry refers to as “quadruple aim” — higher quality of patient care with improved and equitable outcomes\, increased value for both the patient and provider\, improved patient satisfaction and an improved care provider experience.   The 2024 Virginia Patient Safety Summit will highlight the progress being made in Virginia\, and across the country\, in these efforts. \nSome of the keynote speakers for the 2024 Summit include Dr. Aditi Mallick\, the Acting Director of the CMS Office of Minority Health and Bonnie Clipper DNP\, MA\, MBA\, RN\, CENP\, FACHE\, FAAN\,  an internationally recognized nurse futurist and nursing innovation expert. \nTo register for the 2024 Virginia Patient Safety Summit and obtain additional Summit information\, click here. https://my.vhha.com/events/s/community-event?id=a1Y7V00000b7C9BUAU \nYou may need to reset your password or create a new one (if you do not already have an account). \nRegistration for the 2024 Virginia Patient Safety Summit is free of charge for staff and providers associated with all Virginia hospitals/health systems\, members of the Virginia Patient Safety Summit partner organizations  (Medical Society of Virginia (MSV)\, the Virginia Nurses Association (VNA) and the Virginia Pharmacists Association (VPhA)\, federal and state health partner organizations and event sponsor organizations and students. Others may register for a fee of $95. \n \nIf you have any trouble registering an account or creating a new password\, please reach out to events@vhha.com  for immediate assistance.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/2024-virginia-patient-safety-summit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240201T080000
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SUMMARY:VDH Office of Emergency Medical Services | STATE EMS ADVISORY BOARD\, COMMITTEES AND MEETINGS
DESCRIPTION:Please visit the VDH website for more information to include updates/changes to the dates and times. \nThe Virginia State EMS Advisory Board includes various committees and groups\, such as the Communications\, Emergency Management\, and Financial Assistance Review Committees. There are also specialized groups like the EMS for Children Committee\, Medical Direction Committee\, and the Provider Health and Safety Committee. Additionally\, there are focused workgroups for legislative planning\, trauma systems\, and comprehensive EMS code clean-up. These committees collectively address a wide range of topics from legislative issues and financial aid to trauma care and health safety for providers.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/vdh-office-of-emergency-medical-services-state-ems-advisory-board-committees-and-meetings/2024-02-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20231204T211408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T211408Z
UID:27062-1705998600-1706013000@vhass.org
SUMMARY:Mpox Training for Healthcare Providers
DESCRIPTION:In January and February 2024\, the VDH Mpox Response Team will host four in-person mpox training sessions for healthcare providers. We ask that you register for the event closest to you and help promote the training among your local healthcare providers by sharing the information below or the attached flyer.  \nPurpose: VDH staff and local clinicians will share information on the epidemiology of the 2022–2023 mpox outbreak\, testing and treatment strategies\, vaccination\, incorporating mpox into routine HIV and STI care\, and lessons learned during the mpox outbreak. \nIntended audience: These free\, in-person trainings are intended for healthcare providers\, including those who care for patients at risk of getting mpox and those who provide HIV or STI care services. We will provide a maximum of 3 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for the training. \nLocations and dates: Sessions will be offered in the Northern\, Central/Northwest\, Southwest\, and Eastern regions of Virginia as shown in the table below. Registration is required. Register now or visit the VDH Mpox Training webpage to learn more. \n\n\n\nLocation \nDate (all sessions are 8:30 am–12:30 pm) \n\n\nFairfax (Northern session)\nTuesday\, January 23\, 2024\n\n\nCharlottesville (Central/Northwest session)\nWednesday\, January 31\, 2024\n\n\nWytheville (Southwest session)\nThursday\, February 8\, 2024\n\n\nChesapeake (Eastern session)\nWednesday\, February 14\, 2024\n\n\n\nFeel free to contact me with any questions. \nLauren Lee\, MD\, MPH \nSenior Guidance Writer\, COVID-19 Health Information Team \nVirginia Department of Health \nLauren.lee@vdh.virginia.gov
URL:https://vhass.org/event/mpox-training-for-healthcare-providers/2024-01-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20231122T155635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T155635Z
UID:27036-1702472400-1702476000@vhass.org
SUMMARY:Public Health Preparedness Program (PHEP) Connects: Laboratory Strategies to Advance Preparedness and Response
DESCRIPTION:CDC \nCDC presenters Rupesh Naik\, Tricia Blevins\, and Amy Watson Hardnett will also discuss how public health laboratories can align their strategies\, activities\, and resources to actively support public health preparedness and response.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/public-health-preparedness-program-phep-connects-laboratory-strategies-to-advance-preparedness-and-response/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20231122T155507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T155507Z
UID:27034-1701950400-1701954000@vhass.org
SUMMARY:Behavioral Health Integration Webinar Series: Reviewing Barriers and Strengths to Integrate Mental Health Services in Primary Care
DESCRIPTION:IHS \nThis webinar is an opportunity to review common barriers and challenges to integrating mental health services in primary care.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/behavioral-health-integration-webinar-series-reviewing-barriers-and-strengths-to-integrate-mental-health-services-in-primary-care/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231209
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20231122T155338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T155338Z
UID:27032-1701907200-1702079999@vhass.org
SUMMARY:Understanding and Addressing the Health Impacts of Online Abuse and Harassment Workshop
DESCRIPTION:NIH is hosting a virtual scientific workshop to identify gaps\, opportunities\, and challenges in advancing a research agenda to better understand the clinical\, health\, and developmental impacts of online harassment and abuse and develop innovative prevention and intervention efforts.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/understanding-and-addressing-the-health-impacts-of-online-abuse-and-harassment-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T150000
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CREATED:20231122T155207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T155207Z
UID:27030-1701871200-1701874800@vhass.org
SUMMARY:Healthy People 2030: Substance Misuse and Prevention Strategies to Improve Public Health\, A Focus on State Practices
DESCRIPTION:HHS Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion \nDuring this event the New York State Department of Health will present on their efforts to address substance misuse through their state health improvement plan.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/healthy-people-2030-substance-misuse-and-prevention-strategies-to-improve-public-health-a-focus-on-state-practices/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20231122T155031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T155917Z
UID:27028-1701698400-1701702000@vhass.org
SUMMARY:Waterborne Infectious Disease Burden and Recreational Water-Associated Illness in the U.S.
DESCRIPTION:National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) \nJoin Shanna Miko\, DNP\, MPH\, and Michele Hlavsa\, RN\, MPH of the CDC to learn about the latest research on the burden of waterborne infectious disease\, with a particular focus on estimates and prevention of recreational water-associated illness.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/waterborne-infectious-disease-burden-and-recreational-water-associated-illness-in-the-u-s/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20231122T153041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T160107Z
UID:27009-1701691200-1701694800@vhass.org
SUMMARY:VHEMP Webinar | National Weather Service – Winter Weather Briefing
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Healthcare Emergency Management Program (VHEMP) – a partnership between the Virginia Department of Health (VDH)\, the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association (VHHA) and the four Regional Healthcare Coalitions – is hosting a one-hour webinar on December 4th at Noon (12:00pm) featuring Eric Seymour\, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service (NWS). The briefing will focus on the 2023 – 2024 winter weather outlook and available NWS resources to assist in readiness and response.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/vhemp-webinar-national-weather-service-winter-weather-briefing/
LOCATION:GoToWebinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://vhass.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20231204_NWS-WinterWeather_Flyer-1.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Healthcare Emergency Management Program":MAILTO:mmarry@vhha.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20231122T154740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T154907Z
UID:27026-1701347400-1701360000@vhass.org
SUMMARY:NBSB Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:National Biodefense Science Board (NBSB) \nThe NBSB will discuss and vote on two sets of recommendations related to COVID-19 pandemic lessons\, Project NextGen vaccine and therapeutic products\, and disaster preparedness training.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/nbsb-public-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20231122T154612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T154612Z
UID:27024-1701345600-1701349200@vhass.org
SUMMARY:Behavioral Health Integration Webinar Series: Nuts and Bolts of Delivering Effective Cultural Programs in Integrated Care Clinics
DESCRIPTION:Indian Health Services (IHS) \nThis webinar will focus on the building blocks of effective cultural programs delivered in American Indian/Alaska Native clinics
URL:https://vhass.org/event/behavioral-health-integration-webinar-series-nuts-and-bolts-of-delivering-effective-cultural-programs-in-integrated-care-clinics/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20231122T154450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T154450Z
UID:27022-1701262800-1701266400@vhass.org
SUMMARY:PPE from A to Z: N95s and Respiratory Protection
DESCRIPTION:NETEC \nPanelists will discuss the role of N95s in protecting health care workers\, how to perform fit testing\, and what to know about maintaining compliance
URL:https://vhass.org/event/ppe-from-a-to-z-n95s-and-respiratory-protection/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20231122T154214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T154214Z
UID:27019-1701176400-1701180000@vhass.org
SUMMARY:Exploratory and Inferential Spatial Statistical Methods: Tools to Understand the Geography of Health Across the U.S.
DESCRIPTION:National Institute of Health (NIH) \nThis webinar aims to present various statistical methods needed for researchers\, policy makers\, health officials\, and community members to better understand the importance of neighborhoods on health and social outcomes\, with a focus on health inequities.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/exploratory-and-inferential-spatial-statistical-methods-tools-to-understand-the-geography-of-health-across-the-u-s/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20231122T153800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T153800Z
UID:27016-1701165600-1701169200@vhass.org
SUMMARY:National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center (NETEC)
DESCRIPTION:Argentinian and Bolivian Hemorrhagic Fevers\nDuring this webinar\, guest presenters will describe the epidemiology of cases\, risk factors\, clinical presentations and management\, and review a public health program model for arenavirus control.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/national-emerging-special-pathogens-training-and-education-center-netec/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230526T135654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T140127Z
UID:26762-1700035200-1700154000@vhass.org
SUMMARY:VDEM L0146 – Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program – HSEEP (Lynchburg)
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: November 15th-16th\, 2023 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm \nWHERE: Liberty University Conference Center \n3700 Candlers Mountain Road \nLynchburg\, VA 24502 \nCOURSE DETAILS: This course provides a comprehensive overview of exercise design along with practical skill development in accordance with the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP) Doctrine. This course uses activities that will give participants an opportunity to interact with many of the templates and other materials that are provided by the National Exercise Division to ensure exercises are conducted in a consistent manner. Please got to this link to register for the course at: https://covlc.virginia.gov/Default.aspx \n***Note: The course is not yet approved by FEMA’s Emergency Management Institute to be hosted in the Commonwealth of Virginia until the start of the federal fiscal year 2024\, which will begin October 1st\, 2023. Registration for this course through the EMI website will not be accessible until at least October 1st\, 2023.*** \nCOURSE MANAGER: Candice Brown\, candice.brown@vdem.virginia.gov\, (804) 267-7686
URL:https://vhass.org/event/l0146-homeland-security-exercise-and-evaluation-program-hseep-lynchburg/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231111
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230721T194223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T194223Z
UID:26836-1699315200-1699660799@vhass.org
SUMMARY:Software Tools for Triage of the Acute Radiation Syndrome: A Practical Workshop
DESCRIPTION:November 7-10\, 2023 \nRegistration and agenda available \nPollard Technology Conference Center\n210 Badger Avenue\nOak Ridge\, Tennessee 37830 \nDuring this workshop\, speakers will describe the purpose and function of software tools developed by scientific groups within NATO. These tools either allow an integrated estimation of dose (BAT\, WinFRAT)\, or the prediction of ARS severity based on changes in blood cell counts (H-module) in the first days after an exposure to ionizing radiation. You will be introduced to these tools primarily by those who developed them\, so that you will receive first-hand knowledge about their strengths and limitations. \nThe workshop is for civilian or military personnel with a medical background or those dealing with medical decision-making in the field of radiological or nuclear threats.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/software-tools-for-triage-of-the-acute-radiation-syndrome-a-practical-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20231013T171558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T171558Z
UID:26956-1698235200-1698238800@vhass.org
SUMMARY:VHEMP Webinar VSP & FBI - HazMat/Terrorism Response
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Healthcare Emergency Management Program (VHEMP) -a partnership between the Virginia Department of Health (VDH)\, the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association (VHHA) and the four Regional Healthcare Coalitions -is hosting a one-hour webinar on October 25th at Noon (12:00pm) featuring representatives of the Virginia State Police Special Investigations and Programs Division Counter-Terrorism Section and the Federal Bureau of Investigation Weapons of Mass Destruction Coordinator Program. The webinar will focus on each agencies’ response to a terrorism event which produces a HazMat situation\, and how this will affect the community and healthcare system in the Commonwealth.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/vhemp-webinar-vsp-fbi-hazmat-terrorism-response/
LOCATION:GoToWebinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://vhass.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/20231025_VSPFBI-WMD.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Healthcare Emergency Management Program":MAILTO:mmarry@vhha.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230930
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230609T151009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T151048Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join VHHA\, hospital and health system leaders\, and other health care stakeholders in the Roanoke Valley for the Association’s annual membership conference! The action-packed and informative itinerary includes a welcome reception for hospital team members to engage with colleagues from across the Commonwealth\, informative breakout sessions focusing on clinical and quality improvement\, government affairs\, and workforce development\, an awards luncheon honoring health care leaders\, and a reception at the Taubman Museum of Art. Programming will center around excellence and innovation in health care delivery\, including a focus on workforce advancement and the impact of artificial intelligence. \nIf you work for a VHHA member\, register now for a discounted ticket price of $375! Member ticket price will go up to $450 on July 1. \nTicket price includes all meals and two evening receptions\, as well as access to world-class programming and continuing education credits. \nIf you need registration assistance\, please contact Tia Gray at tgray@vhha.com.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/2023-virginia-hospital-and-healthcare-conference/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230923
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230808T161453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T161453Z
UID:26858-1694995200-1695427199@vhass.org
SUMMARY:National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians - EMS World Expo
DESCRIPTION:Our Story Continues in The Big Easy\nSeptember 18-22⎟ New Orleans\n\nNow in its 35th year\, EMS World Expo returns to The Big Easy with a continued focus on achieving better patient outcomes through better education. For 5 days\, thousands of EMS professionals from hundreds of agencies across the globe will unite to engage in real-world training\, participate in ground-breaking education\, and connect with fellow attendees. \nThe combination of world-class education\, expert faculty\, and an unparalleled exhibit hall make this an event that simply cannot be missed. Join your EMS world in New Orleans this September.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/national-association-of-emergency-medical-technicians-ems-world-expo/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230609T150728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T150728Z
UID:26780-1694592000-1695402000@vhass.org
SUMMARY:2023 A2HA Finance Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:VHHA-2023 A2HA Finance Meeting \nStart Date: Wednesday\, September 13\, 2023 \nEnd Date: Friday\, September 22\, 2023 \nLast Day to Book: Friday\, August 25\, 2023
URL:https://vhass.org/event/2023-a2ha-finance-fall-conference/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230526T140007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T140007Z
UID:26764-1694505600-1694710800@vhass.org
SUMMARY:VDEM L0102 – Science of Disasters (Lynchburg)
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: September 12th-14th\, 2023 from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm \nWHERE: Liberty University Conference Center \n3700 Candlers Mountain Road \nLynchburg\, VA 24502 \nDETAILS: This course provides participants with an overview of scientific principles and concepts that come into play in the management of a wide range of disasters. Emergency management professionals should have a baseline understanding of biological\, chemical\, and weather-related event. Students will learn the science behind. The registration link is as follows: https://covlc.virginia.gov/Default.aspx \nCOURSE MANAGER: Candice Brown\, candice.brown@vdem.virginia.gov\, (804) 267-7686
URL:https://vhass.org/event/vdem-l0102-science-of-disasters-lynchburg/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230526T135128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T135128Z
UID:26760-1693987200-1694192400@vhass.org
SUMMARY:VDEM L0105 – Public Information Basics (Newport News)
DESCRIPTION:Dates: September 6-8\, 2023 \nTimes: 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.\nLocation: Christopher Newport University\, 1 Avenue of the Arts\, Newport News\, VA 23606 \nTo Register: Click here https://covlc.virginia.gov\nDeadline to register is August 23\, 2023 \nThis course is part of the National Emergency Management Basic Academy and will count towards\nthe completion of this program. It replaces the previous two-day version of the L0105 Public\nInformation and Warning course and the G290 Basic Public Information Officer course. The goal of\nthis course is to enhance the jurisdiction’s public information and warning core capability and will\nconsider the value of communication before\, during and after an incident. It will also help PIOs\nidentify critical audiences\, both internal and external. \nThis course is intended for newly appointed emergency managers from State\, local\, tribal\,\nterritorial\, and Federal emergency management agencies\, and prospective professionals\ntransferring from another discipline to emergency management. \nRequired prerequisite: FEMA – Emergency Management Institute (EMI) Course | IS-29.A: Public\nInformation Officer Awareness. Please do not submit your certificate until asked to do so. \nRegistration Instructions: Registration will be done electronically via the Commonwealth of\nVirginia Learning Center at: https://covlc.virginia.gov/. Deadline to register is August 23\, 2023. \nIf you need help or have questions\, please contact the Help Desk via email:\nLMSHelp@vdem.virginia.gov \nCourse Manager: Candice Brown\, candice.brown@vdem.virginia.gov\, 804-385-7487
URL:https://vhass.org/event/vdem-l0105-public-information-basics-newport-news/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230824T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230824T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230808T154807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T154912Z
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SUMMARY:(Hospital focused session) Upcoming All-Hazards Hospital Essential Elements of Information Listening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Background: To date\, there has been a limited unified\, all-hazards understanding of national-level hospital facility status\, capacity\, resources\, and capabilities. Existing efforts have included the COVID-19/influenza/bed occupancy hospital data\, ad-hoc surveys performed after incidents such as hurricanes\, targeted surveillance systems for specific communicable diseases and/or specific types of care (ex.\, ED visits)\, and individual efforts within jurisdictions. While each existing effort has been successful independently\, collection efforts are patchwork\, often created during the crisis\, and not standardized with different essential elements of information (EEIs) that are not optimally coordinated for driving action. In other words\, a comprehensive\, standardized view of the healthcare system’s state that can be shared across partners at all levels does not yet exist. Our mission is to develop a national\, vendor-neutral\, all-hazards standard set of EEIs and collection mechanisms for hospital data that drive action for all-hazards emergency preparedness and response. \nIntent: To host multiple phased listening sessions to seek input across healthcare on hospitals’ all-hazards EEIs\, helping to identify the most effective path forward. This is a nationwide effort co-led by ASPR\, CDC\, CMS\, and ONC\, where input is critical to ensure success. Stakeholders will include jurisdictions\, hospital associations\, hospitals\, health care coalitions\, medical operations coordination centers\, transfer centers\, health care coalitions\, nurses\, EMS\, health IT\, and more.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/upcoming-all-hazards-hospital-essential-elements-of-information-listening-sessions/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230824T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230824T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230804T184105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T184105Z
UID:26844-1692874800-1692878400@vhass.org
SUMMARY:Register for High School Dual Enrollment Program Webinar on August 24 at 11 a.m.
DESCRIPTION:Join VHHA in this webinar entitled “High School Dual Enrollment Programs: Readying Students for the Healthcare Workforce” to learn about existing high school dual enrollment programs in Virginia\, and ways to partner with your local community college to support these programs in your community. \nDual Enrollment programs allow eligible high-school students to enroll in college coursework while still in high school. Courses are taught by full- or part-time faculty who meet VCCS credentialing requirements. Students may apply the course credits towards their degree or certificate program\, reducing the average time to completion and future college expenses. Students who want to work immediately after high school graduation can easily transition to hospital jobs\, having completed one of several offered certificate programs either during high school or in the months following graduation. Dual enrollment programs are one way students are exposed to healthcare careers and have opportunities to engage with local employers about their interest in healthcare. \nPresenters for this discussion include: \n\nDr. Sheri Robertson\, Assistant Vice Chancellor of Policy & Instructional Support Services\, Virginia Community College System\nDr. Kathy Beard\, Dual Enrollment Coordinator at Virginia Western Community College\nDr. Pattie Lawson\, RN\, Dean of Reynolds Community College School of Health Professions\n\nRegister for the webinar through this link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2156873909886987094 \nPlease contact Sharon Alexander with any questions at salexander@vhha.com
URL:https://vhass.org/event/register-for-high-school-dual-enrollment-program-webinar-on-august-24-at-11-a-m/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230808T161245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T161245Z
UID:26856-1692799200-1692802800@vhass.org
SUMMARY:"Mental Health\, Self-Care and Burnout at Free and Charitable Clinics" - Restoring the Healthcare Workforce for Equity
DESCRIPTION:What is mental health and why does this matter? Join NAFC Director of Strategic Initiatives Ariana Gordillo De Vivero for a conversation on the importance of mental health\, self-care and burnout affecting providers\, volunteers and staff in healthcare settings. We’ll get personal\, we’ll laugh\, and maybe even cry – but that’s the point! This session will take a look at the toll that the past couple of years may have taken on our mental health\, from the perspective of Free and Charitable Clinics. The objective of this presentation is to create a safe space and take an introspective look at building a culture where our mental health is as important as our physical health. Tangible ideas and tools that leaders may use within their own organizations to promote self-care and wellbeing will also be provided. Guest Speaker: Ariana Gordillo De Vivero\, Director of Strategic Initiatives at the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) This training is hosted by Healthcare Ready in partnership with the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC) through the Restoring the Healthcare Workforce for Equity program. The program aims to help healthcare workers and advocates to achieve greater support and resources as communities hardest hit by COVID-19 continue to navigate recovery. Funding for the program is provided by the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) COVID-19 Response Fund\, which provides support for nonprofit organizations working directly to respond to the pandemic among vulnerable populations to help build their capacity and address the most pressing needs. For more information\, please reach out to research@healthcareready.org.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/mental-health-self-care-and-burnout-at-free-and-charitable-clinics-restoring-the-healthcare-workforce-for-equity/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230821T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230821T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230808T155107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T155107Z
UID:26850-1692626400-1692630000@vhass.org
SUMMARY:(Open to All) Upcoming All-Hazards Hospital Essential Elements of Information Listening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Background: To date\, there has been a limited unified\, all-hazards understanding of national-level hospital facility status\, capacity\, resources\, and capabilities. Existing efforts have included the COVID-19/influenza/bed occupancy hospital data\, ad-hoc surveys performed after incidents such as hurricanes\, targeted surveillance systems for specific communicable diseases and/or specific types of care (ex.\, ED visits)\, and individual efforts within jurisdictions. While each existing effort has been successful independently\, collection efforts are patchwork\, often created during the crisis\, and not standardized with different essential elements of information (EEIs) that are not optimally coordinated for driving action. In other words\, a comprehensive\, standardized view of the healthcare system’s state that can be shared across partners at all levels does not yet exist. Our mission is to develop a national\, vendor-neutral\, all-hazards standard set of EEIs and collection mechanisms for hospital data that drive action for all-hazards emergency preparedness and response. \nIntent: To host multiple phased listening sessions to seek input across healthcare on hospitals’ all-hazards EEIs\, helping to identify the most effective path forward. This is a nationwide effort co-led by ASPR\, CDC\, CMS\, and ONC\, where input is critical to ensure success. Stakeholders will include jurisdictions\, hospital associations\, hospitals\, health care coalitions\, medical operations coordination centers\, transfer centers\, health care coalitions\, nurses\, EMS\, health IT\, and more.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/open-to-all-upcoming-all-hazards-hospital-essential-elements-of-information-listening-sessions/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230808T161107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T161107Z
UID:26854-1692280800-1692284400@vhass.org
SUMMARY:We Must Maintain Measles Elimination in the United States: Measles Clinical Presentation\, Diagnosis\, and Prevention
DESCRIPTION:The United States has maintained the elimination of measles\, defined as the absence of continuous disease transmission for ≥12 months\, since 2000. However\, measles cases can occur when people travel to and from the United States\, especially when travelers are unvaccinated or under-vaccinated against measles. Maintaining measles elimination in the United States requires continued investment in the measles vaccination program which was instrumental to achieving elimination. Health care providers and public health authorities need to remain vigilant to rapidly recognize measles and take steps to mitigate spread within communities for continued measles elimination. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) urges all healthcare providers to ensure their patients are up to date on the measles\, mumps\, and rubella (MMR vaccine). Healthcare providers should consider measles as a diagnosis in anyone with fever (≥101°F or 38.3°C) and a generalized maculopapular rash with cough\, coryza\, or conjunctivitis who has recently been abroad\, especially in countries with ongoing outbreaks. \nDuring this COCA Call\, presenters will discuss the history of measles in the United States\, review clinical presentation and diagnosis of measles infection\, review how to report suspected cases to public health agencies\, and outline recommendations for measles vaccination in the United States. \n\n\n\n\nPresenters\nAdria Mathis\, MSPH\nEpidemiologist\nDivision of Viral Diseases\nNational Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases\nCenters for Disease Control and Prevention \nDan Filardo\, MD\nMedical Officer\nDivision of Viral Diseases\nNational Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases\nCenters for Disease Control and Prevention \nStephen Crooke\, PhD\nLead Research Microbiologist\nDivision of Viral Diseases\nNational Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases\nCenters for Disease Control and Prevention
URL:https://vhass.org/event/we-must-maintain-measles-elimination-in-the-united-states-measles-clinical-presentation-diagnosis-and-prevention/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T153000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230808T160920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T160920Z
UID:26852-1692194400-1692199800@vhass.org
SUMMARY:Hazard Mitigation Assistance Resilience Webinar 2: Extreme Heat #SummerReady
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the second in a series of Extreme Heat Webinars hosted by FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance to discuss what extreme heat is\, federal efforts to address the issue\, and identify funding and mitigation projects to mitigate extreme heat. \nA recording of the webinar will be available on this page following the session. \n  \nFirst Webinar (July 12\, 2023)\nWatch the recording of this session
URL:https://vhass.org/event/hazard-mitigation-assistance-resilience-webinar-2-extreme-heat-summerready/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230812
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230711T155043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T155043Z
UID:26815-1691625600-1691798399@vhass.org
SUMMARY:Workshop on Preparing for Future Public Health Emergencies
DESCRIPTION:The objectives of the joint workshop include identifying strategies and promising practices for detecting new and emerging threats\, enhancing public health infrastructure and workforce\, improving legal and administrative preparedness\, tackling increasingly concurrent emergencies.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/workshop-on-preparing-for-future-public-health-emergencies/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T083644
CREATED:20230711T154856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T154856Z
UID:26813-1691503200-1691506800@vhass.org
SUMMARY:Maintaining Patient Access to Care in Rural America
DESCRIPTION:The webinar will focus on the implementation and successes of the AZ REACH program\, which serves as a patient transfer system that can be quickly mobilized during a variety of public health events.
URL:https://vhass.org/event/maintaining-patient-access-to-care-in-rural-america/
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