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SUMMARY:Alcohol Warning Labels: A Way to Minimize Harm?
DESCRIPTION:Join our webinar on Monday\, November 21st from 9:00 am – 10:00 am PST to hear Dr. Norman Giesbrecht and Dr. Erin Hobin talk about how alcohol warning labels can help curb alcohol consumption in light of Canada’s updated low-risk drinking guidelines.
URL:https://phabc.org/event/alcohol-warning-labels-a-way-to-minimize-harm/
LOCATION:Webinar
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SUMMARY:SFU and Forward Food Summit: Deepening Local Roots in Food Service
DESCRIPTION:On November 2\, 2023\, Forward Food and Simon Fraser University\, as part of the university’s Roots initiative\, is hosting a plant-based summit in Burnaby\, BC. \nThis event will bring together individuals from the foodservice industry and provide them space to network and learn about the many benefits of local and plant-based foods and how they can effectively incorporate more of them into their menus. You can find more information here. The summit will feature: \n\nSpeakers and panels on plant-based foods and their social\, health and environmental benefits\, industry trends\, and innovative ideas. The keynote speaker will be Brent Loken\, PhD\, Global Food Lead Scientist at WWF and lead author on the EAT Lancet report on Food\, Planet\, Health\nPlant-based food demonstrations\nA tradeshow featuring plant-based brands and products\nA light plant-based breakfast\, lunch and coffee breaks\nNetworking opportunities and a Forward Food pledge signing ceremony\, to facilitate collaboration and garner commitments to build a better food system together\n\nFor more information and to reserve your seat go here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sfu-and-forward-food-summit-deepening-local-roots-in-food-service-tickets-704639725387
URL:https://phabc.org/event/sfu-and-forward-food-summit-deepening-local-roots-in-food-service/
LOCATION:Leslie & Gordon Diamond Family Auditorium SFU\, 8888 University High Street\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5A0A9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:PHABC Annual Conference 2023 - Public Health and Equity in the Digital Age
DESCRIPTION:Early bird registration ends September 29th! Click here to join us in Vancouver this November!\nAbout the Conference\nJoin us in celebrating our 70th anniversary by attending this year’s conference\, “Public Health and Equity in the Digital Age”\, which is an expansion of the topics covered during our 2023 Public Health Summer Institute. If you missed our annual Summer Institute\, click here to view presentations\, videos\, and other resources (please note\, not all presentations are available). \nAs digital advancements shape the way health information is accessed\, shared\, and utilized\, understanding the implications for equitable health outcomes becomes paramount. Addressing misinformation concerns\, ensuring digital access for all\, leveraging AI for precision health\, and enhancing quality of life through assistive technologies are crucial discussions in the pursuit of inclusive and effective public health strategies. This conference provides a timely platform to dissect these intricacies and equip practitioners with the insights needed to navigate the evolving landscape of health in the digital age. \nIn celebration of our 70th anniversary\, we will be hosting a gala dinner on November 20th\, 2023 at the Sutton Hotel. Tickets will be made available soon and conference registrants will be given priority selection. \n  \nConference Themes and Structure\nTo invigorate public health practice\, education and research towards a healthy\, just and sustainable future. The conference plenary sessions will focus on four inter-related themes: \n\nAI\, Misinformation and Disinformation\nDigital Equity and Access\nInnovation in Public Health Technology and AI\nAssistive Devices and Healthy Aging\n\nClick here to read more about our Conference Goals & Objectives!\n  \nRegistration\nEarly bird conference registration is open now until September 29th\, 2023. Register early so you don’t miss out! \nIn celebration of our 70th anniversary\, we will be hosting a gala dinner on November 20th\, 2023 at the Sutton Hotel. Tickets will be made available soon and conference registrants will be given priority selection. \nConference Registration\n  \nCall for Abstracts\nIf you are part of a promising practice or have research related to any of our conference themes or public and population health in general please consider submitting your work for inclusion in our 2023 Conference. As one of the major public health conference’s in BC\, this is the ideal event to showcase your work to and network with likeminded public\, population\, environmental health\, and other allied professionals. \nAs an added bonus\, individuals whose abstracts are accepted for inclusion in the conference will be able to access the exclusive abstract presenter’s discounted conference rate! To read more about the call for abstracts\, submission guidelines and evaluation criteria\, please click here. If you have any questions regarding the submission process please feel free to reach out to us at conference@phabc.org. \nAbstract Submissions are open now until October 13th\, 2023! Submit yours using the link below. \nAbstract Submission\n  \nVolunteers\nCalling volunteers for our 2023 conference and gala dinner! Volunteers work a total of 8 hours in exchange for free conference registration. There are limited spots available on a first-come\, first-serve basis. If you’re interested in volunteering\, please reach out to us at conference@phabc.org. \n  \nPHABC Awards\nDo you know someone or an organization in the public health community whose hard work and dedication deserves recognition? Nominate them for a PHABC award! We accept nominations year-round for outstanding individuals and organizations. This year’s deadline for the 2023 awards is October 28th\, 2023. Any nominations submitted after the deadline will be considered for the 2024 PHABC Awards. Read about all our awards and submit your nomination today! \nPHABC Awards\nAward Nomination Form\n  \nContact & Follow Us!\nTo learn more about the conference and how you can get involved\, email conference@phabc.org. \nOr follow us on social media! \n\n\n\nFacebook\nTwitter\n\n\nInstagram\n LinkedIn
URL:https://phabc.org/event/phabc-annual-conference-2023-public-health-and-equity-in-the-digital-age/
LOCATION:The Sutton Place Hotel\, 845 Burrard Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6Z 2K6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:RSV Awareness Week: October 13-19\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:October 13th to 19th\, 2024  is RSV Awareness Week in Canada.\nJoin us in acknowledging this week by learning more and help prevent the spread.\nWHAT IS RSV?\n\n\nRespiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms. The virus spreads through direct contact with an infected person. Most people recover from RSV illness in about a week\, but some people can become seriously ill. Infants and older adults are at higher risk of developing severe illness and need hospitalization. \n  \nPEOPLE AT HIGH RISK OF RSV\nNearly all children will have an RSV infection before 2 years of age. \nSome people are at greater risk for RSV-related complications\, including: \n\nPremature infants\nInfants 6 months of age and younger\nChildren with chronic lung or heart disease\nChildren with neuromuscular disorders\nPeople of any age with weakened immune systems\nInfants under 6 months of age living in remote communities\nAdults 65 years of age and older\n\n  \nRISK OF HOSPITALIZATION\nRSV infection is the most common cause of pneumonia and bronchiolitis in infants requiring hospitalization. Hospitalization increases with age\, particularly among adults 65 years of age and older. \n\n  \n\nPREVENTING RSV\n\nWash your hands with soap and water frequently\nClean common surfaces\nAvoid close contact with others who may be sick\nStay at home when you are sick\nCover coughs and sneezes\n\nProtection is available for infants at high risk using monoclonal antibodies. \nVaccination is available for the prevention of RSV in older adults\, but programs vary across provinces and territories. \n\n\n\n\nFor more information visit https://www.rsvawareness.ca/
URL:https://phabc.org/event/rsv-awareness-week-october-13-19-2024/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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SUMMARY:PHABC Annual Conference 2024 – Commercial Determinants of Health
DESCRIPTION:The Public Health Association of BC (PHABC) is thrilled to announce the theme of our 2024 conference\, “Commercial Determinants of Health: Moving from Harmful to Healthy.” \nWe are the first association in the world to lead a conference on the commercial determinants of health! We will be collaborating with the World Health Organization\, the National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health\, and other notable partners to bring you an excellent\, innovative and educational conference. \nRegister now for early bird rates. All non-members purchasing two-day registration will receive a free one-year PHABC membership. \n \n  \n\nConference Details\nDates: November 21st and 22nd\nVenue: Sutton Place Hotel\nAddress: 845 Burrard Street\, Vancouver \n \n\n  \n  \n \nConference Themes\n\nTaking action on industries that affect health: marketing\, risks\, and essential goods\nBuilding public sector strength: considering regulatory and functional opportunities\nImproving business practices: creating policies for healthier markets\nRethinking economic development: sustainable approaches and cultural perspectives\n\n  \nConference Learning Objectives\n\nDevelop a comprehensive understanding of commercial determinants of health (CDoH)\n\nDefine and explain the concept of CDoH\, and identify key industries and commercial practices (e.g.\, tobacco\, alcohol\, ultra-processed foods\, fossil fuels) that impact public health.\n\n\nAnalyze public health’s role in addressing CDoH\n\nCritically examine how strategies by commercial actors\, including marketing\, lobbying\, and product development\, shape health behaviors and outcomes\, highlighting both positive and negative effects.\nExamine core competencies for Public Health as they relate to CDoH\n\n\nLearn from successful interventions against harmful commercial practices\n\nExplore case studies and stories of successful interventions that have effectively mitigated commercial risks to public health.\n\n\nDevelop strategies for strength-based harm prevention\n\nAddress the identification and prevention of health harms caused by commercial activities\, emphasizing the use of strengths-based language and approaches in public health interventions.\n\n\nProvide exemplars of commercial activities generating well-being economies\n\n  \n \n  \n\n \nBecome a Sponsor\nOur conference is only possible thanks to the continued efforts of numerous volunteers and the support of various partners and sponsors. \nIf you are interested in sponsoring the PHABC conference\, or if you would like more information about the details of our request\, contact us at conference@phabc.org. \n  \n\nVolunteer at the Conference\nCalling volunteers for our 2024 conference and gala dinner! Volunteers work a total of eight hours in exchange for free conference registration. \nThere are limited spots available on a first-come\, first-serve basis. \nIf you’re interested in volunteering\, please reach out to us at conference@phabc.org. \n  \n\nPHABC Awards\nDo you know someone or an organization in the public health community whose hard work and dedication deserves recognition? Nominate them for a PHABC award! \nWe accept nominations year-round for outstanding individuals and organizations. \nThis year’s deadline for the 2023 awards is October 28th\, 2023. \nAny nominations submitted after the deadline will be considered for the 2024 PHABC Awards. \nPHABC Awards \nNomination Form \n\nContact & Follow Us!\nTo learn more about the conference and how you can get involved\, email conference@phabc.org. \nOr follow us on social media! \n\n\n\nFacebook\nTwitter\n\n\nInstagram\n LinkedIn
URL:https://phabc.org/event/phabc-annual-conference-2024-commercial-determinants-of-health/
LOCATION:The Sutton Place Hotel\, 845 Burrard Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6Z 2K6\, Canada
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