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11/30-MFPA conference call
12/1- World AIDS Day
12/25- Christmas (state holiday) |
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"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them."
~John Fitzgerald Kennedy
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| Gender Based Violence, Health and HIV | |  Gender Based Violence, Health and HIV: Intersections and Implications for Clinicians
Date:Tuesday, December 1st, 2015 - World AIDS Day Time: 4:00pm-5:30pm EST, 3:00pm-4:30pm CT, 2:00pm-3:30pm MT, 1:00pm-2:30pm PDT Experiencing intimate partner and sexual violence increases the risk for becoming infected with HIV. Upwards of 50% of abused women report having experienced forced sex - a well-established high risk factor for HIV infection. Once infected, people living with HIV who are also suffering abuse may experience escalation of violence upon disclosure of their status - resulting in potentially lethal outcomes. Intimate partner violence (IPV) can also prevent survivors living with HIV from accessing necessary treatment and care, and the stress caused by abuse can further compromise their immune systems and accelerate the progression of the disease. From HIV prevention to testing, treatment, and long term care, health care providers have many opportunities to reduce the isolation of survivors and increase their options for safety and better health On World AIDS Day, this webinar will briefly outline the intersection of gender based violence and HIV, and describe how providers, particularly those in STI testing and reproductive health settings, can respond to violence and support survivors at risk for contracting or recently diagnosed with HIV. The speakers will also be introducing new patient education and provider training tools for HIV testing and care settings that will soon be available through the National Health Resource Center on Domestic Violence. Speakers: Surabhi Kukke, MPH, Futures Without Violence Kate Vander Tuig, Futures Without Violence |
| Expanding HIV Prevention for Women | | |
 Expanding HIV Prevention for Women: Integrating PrEP into Family Planning Health Centers
LIVE WEBINAR Wednesday, December 16, 2015
12:00 - 1:00 PM (PST)
Presenters:
Risa Hoffman, MD, Assistant Clinical Professor, Division of Infectious Disease, David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA
Janie Caplan, MD, Clinical Research Fellow, Division of Infectious Disease, David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA
Overview:
Truvada™ is now approved for HIV prevention. However, marketing campaigns, community outreach and clinical training about this important new tool have focused primarily on men. Family planning providers are uniquely positioned to integrate the provision of Truvada™ into existing reproductive health and STD prevention services. This session will explore some of the emerging data on the potential to help female patients reduce their risk of contracting HIV.
What Will You Learn?
After attending this training, participants will be able to:
- Identify women who would be good candidates for PrEP
- Counsel women about safety and efficacy based on the current clinical evidence of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) in women
- Implement the use of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) as recommended in individuals who are at-risk for HIV (based on CDC guidelines)address their needs in
Who Should Attend?
- Physicians
- Clinicians
- Nurses
- Clinic Administrators
- Medical Directors
- Family Planning Staff
- Medical Assistants
- Health Educators + Counselors
FREE Continuing Education will be provided for CME, Nursing, Social Work and CHES
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| LARCs and More: A Comprehensive Contraceptive Update | |
 LARCs and More: A Comprehensive Contraceptive Update with Dr. Erin Saleeby!
Monday, November 30, 2015 12:00 - 1:00 PM (PST)LIVE WEBINAR Register Now
Presenter:
Erin Saleeby, MD, MPH, Medical Director, California Family Health Council and Director of Women's Health Programs and Innovation for LA County Department of Health Services
Overview:
This session will review the latest developments in contraceptive practice, including a description of the available FDA-approved methods and emergency contraception. The discussion will include strategies for applying the latest evidence-based recommendations for contraceptive management across all tiers of effectiveness and will consider factors that affect contraceptive efficacy in certain patients.
Techniques for utilizing the U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria (MEC) and the Selected Practice Recommendations for Contraceptive Use will also be discussed and how these tools can facilitate shared decision making that helps women choose the best contraceptive method for them to reduce unintended or unplanned pregnancy.
What Will You Learn?
After attending this training, participants will be able to:
- Describe the benefits, risks, and side effects of the available contraceptive methods
- Utilize a tiered effectiveness counseling approach to introduce patients to all of their contraceptive options in a time-sensitive manner
- Utilize the U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria (MEC) and the Selected Practice Recommendations for Contraceptive Use to assist women with specific medical conditions in choosing an appropriate contraceptive option
Who Should Attend?
- Physicians
- Clinicians
- Nurses
- Certified Nurse Midwives
- Family Planning Staff
- Medical Assistants
- Health Educators + Counselors
FREE Continuing Educationwill be provided for CME, Nursing, Social Work and CHES Register Now
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| Bridgercare is seeking a Program Assistant! | |
Bridgercare is seeking a Program Assistant!
The Program Assistant provides administrative support functions for Bridgercare management, front office, and clinical roles to support Bridgercare's mission and clinical services according to Title X (10) guidelines. The Program Assistant assists staff in the deployment of Executive and Development Division programs at Bridgercare. The ideal candidate will have experience and skills in non-profit organization, database management, clerical functions, and written communications. Must be community oriented, personable, ambitious, well-organized, and supportive of Bridgercare's mission.High School Diploma and a minimum of two years' work experience, preferably in a not-for-profit, are required. 30-40 hours/week. Flexible schedule. Salary DOE. Insurance, retirement, holiday pay, and paid time off included.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Stephanie McDowell at smcdowell@bridgercare.org or to 300 N. Willson Ave, Suite 2001, Bozeman, MT 59715.
Applications will be accepted through December 7th, 2015, 5:00pm MST. |
| Child Trends' 2015 Kristin Anderson Moore Lecture | | |
 Child Trends' 2015 Kristin Anderson Moore Lecture
This free webcast on Wednesday, December 2 from 3-4 p.m. ET will feature renowned teen pregnancy prevention advocate Sarah S. Brown, who co-founded and, for nearly 20 years, led The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy as its CEO. The U.S. teen pregnancy rate plummeted during her tenure there; it's now at a historic low. Sarah will discuss why we should combine research, communications, and cultural understanding in tackling social ills. Learn more and access the webcast here: http://www.childtrends.org/our-research/kristin-anderson-moore-annual-lecture/kam2015/
During the webcast, @ChildTrends will live tweet about the discussion. Given your leadership in the field and the importance of this topic, we hope your organization will join us for this Twitter discussion using the hashtag #noteenpreg.
We appreciate your partnership! For more information, please contact Terrance Hamm at thamm@childtrends.orgor (240) 223-9278 and don't hesitate to ask any questions you might have.
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