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2/11- Front Desk/Billing conference call
2/16- Clinical Conference Call
2/25 - I&E Committee WebEx
3/17- MFPA Conference Call
3/30-31- Montana Family Planning Training (Fairmont)
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| WMHS Program Specialist Position-Re-Advertised | |  WMHS Program Specialist Position-Re-Advertised
Are you interested in working in the DPHHS Women's and Men's Health Section? The WMHS is looking for a dynamic person to work as the Title X Family Planning Program Specialist. This position provides support, outreach, training and technical assistance to contractors providing Title X services, as well as those working in Affordable Care Act outreach and enrollment. Additional program management responsibilities include development and implementation of program evaluation and data collection systems.
Click Here for complete job description |
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| USPSTF Calls for Depression Screenings During and After Pregnancy | |  USPSTF Calls for Depression Screenings During and After Pregnancy
Women should be screened for depression during pregnancy and after giving birth, an influential government-appointed health panel said Tuesday, the first time it has recommended screening for maternal mental illness. The recommendation, expected to galvanize many more health providers to provide screening, comes in the wake of new evidence that maternal mental illness is more common than previously thought; that many cases of what has been called postpartum depression actually start during pregnancy; and that left untreated, these mood disorders can be detrimental to the well-being of children. It also follows growing efforts by states, medical organizations and health advocates to help women having these symptoms - an estimated one in seven postpartum mothers, some experts say. "There's better evidence for identifying and treating women with depression" during and after pregnancy, said Dr. Michael Pignone, a professor of medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an author of the recommendation, which was issued by the United States Preventive Services Task Force. As a result, he said, "we specifically called out the need for screening during this period." |
| February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month | | |
 February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
In recognition of Congress' designation of February as Teen Dating Violence Prevention and Awareness Month, CSN is pleased to provide these resources on the critical issue of teen dating violence.
Children's Safety Network Resources:
Other Resources:
Prevent Dating Violence: Join #VetoViolence Thunderclap!
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| Resource Guides on Recent Public Health Events | | Resource Guides on Recent Public Health Events
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) recently developed resource lists for three public health emergencies affecting both local and global communities. An incident Web page was created to gather resources on the emerging health issues arising from the Zika Virus. Two PDF documents on recent chemical incidents have been updated. Links to these lists are included below and also can be found on our NLM Disaster Health home page. https://disasterinfo.nlm.nih.gov
Please share these resources freely!
These resource lists link to a variety of sources such as:
- Local, state, federal and international agencies and organizations
- Database searches for the health information issues around the incidents
- Social media resources for situational awareness
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| More than Half of Sexually Assaulted Teens are not tested for STDs by Emergency Departments | |
 More than Half of Sexually Assaulted Teens are not tested for STDs by Emergency Departments
A new study finds that more than half of sexually assaulted teens who present to an emergency department are not tested for STDs or given preventive medication. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends services to offer to sexual assault survivors, which include screening for chlamydia and gonorrhea and providing antibiotic prophylaxis. Researchers examined data on 12,687 cases of sexual assault among 12- to 18-year-olds at 38 emergency departments.They found wide variation in rates of screening and providing preventive medication among emergency departments participating in the study. Teens who presented at an emergency department that had a protocol for sexual assault survivors were 50% more likely to receive prophylaxis than elsewhere. The study was published in Pediatrics in December. |
| Apps Now Available for STD And HIV/AIDS Treatment Guidelines | |  Apps Now Available for STD And HIV/AIDS Treatment Guidelines
Two recently released apps allow health care providers to access treatment guidelines for STDs and HIV/AIDS on their mobile devices. The Android version of the 2015 STD Treatment Guidelines mobile app has a great new look and an up-to-date design with the latest version of the Android OS. Both the Android and Apple versions now have the ability to receive Push Notifications that can alert the user to new versions of the app or other updates. Also, both versions allow users to share info about the app with colleagues via Facebook, Twitter, email and text.
The HIV/AIDS Guidelines app provides mobile access to the federally approved HIV/AIDS treatment guidelines. The app automatically refreshes guidelines content when the user is connected to a wireless or cellular data network. When wireless Internet access is not available, app users can view and search the guidelines offline. Available for both iOS and Android devices, the free AIDSinfo Guidelines app includes features that allow for personalizing the app to meet individual needs. |
| Connecting Youth to Clinical Services Webinar | |  Connecting Youth to Clinical Services Webinar
Getting Taken Care of: Connecting Youth to Clinical Services Webinar was presentedon Wednesday, 1/27. Here are some resources from the webinar.
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| Intersection of Human Trafficking and Housing and Services for Survivors | | |
Upcoming: HHS and HUD National Joint Listening Session on the Intersection of Human Trafficking and Housing and Services for Survivors - February 24, 2016 - 3 PM EST
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will host a national joint listening session to address the intersection of trafficking and the need for housing and social services for survivors. In response to theFederal Strategic Action Plan on Services for Victims of Human Trafficking, HHS and HUD have been working to coordinate efforts to address the needs of human trafficking survivors, recognizing that housing and supportive services are critical in serving survivors.
The listening session will continue HHS and HUD's efforts by bringing together social service and housing providers serving adult survivors of human trafficking in order to:
- Understand the challenges facing housing and social service providers in meeting the needs of adult (18+) survivors of human trafficking and those at risk of trafficking for safe and appropriate housing and support services;
- Recognize best practices in housing and support services for trafficking survivors; and
- Help identify potential changes in policy, technical assistance, outreach, or other areas to better assist housing and social service providers effectively meet the needs of this population.
The three main questions HHS and HUD will be discussing are:
- What are the major challenges you face in helping survivors access housing and supportive services in your community?
- Are you involved in or aware of any promising practices on the ground in this area?
- What are the top 3 things you believe HUD and HHS could do to help the work you are doing on the ground?
The national listening session will be conducted through a phone call on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 from 3:00 - 4:30 PM EST.
Please save the date and look for more information on registering for the call in the weeks to come.
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| Dating Matters: Understanding Teen Dating Violence Prevention | |  Dating Matters: Understanding Teen Dating Violence Prevention
CDC: This is a free, online training available to educators, school personnel, youth mentors, and others dedicated to improving teen health. Follow a school administrator throughout his day as he highlights what teen dating violence is and how to prevent it through graphic novel scenarios, interactive exercises, and information gathered from leading experts.
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| 2016 Call for Proposals Announced | |  2016 Call for Proposals Announced
We are excited to announce our 2016 call for grant proposals to address the state's most pressing health needs. This year we are expecting to issue more than $3 million in grants in our three focus areas: American Indian Health, Behavioral Health, and Partnerships for Better Health.
We are offering two grant programs under this call: Rapid Response and Large Grants.
- The Rapid Response Program (for grants up to $50,000) will be awarded through a one-step application process that will be offered twice in 2016, with the possibility of a third opportunity in the fall.
- The Large Grant program (for grants up to $150,000) will be awarded through a two-step application process offered once this year.
We are also including an Integrated Behavioral Health Initiative under the Behavioral Health focus this year. This initiative will support the implementation of integrated behavioral health services in Montana
For information on this Call for Proposals, please click here.
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Prevention Webinar
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Prevention Webinar
February 19, 2016
1:00-2:00 CST
Join us in a brief overview of SASA! - a community mobilization prevention approach developed by Raising Voices. SASA! (which means "Now" in Kiswahili) engages community members in a four step process to prevent violence against women and HIV. The goal of the webinar is to introduce participants to SASA! and to promote the opportunity to adapt SASA! for the U.S.
- This evidence-based intervention was tested by a collaboration between Raising Voices, and researchers from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and Makerere University.
- You will hear about the SASA! toolkit which includes practical resources, activities and monitoring and assessment tools for local activism, media and advocacy.
- Dr. Carlson and a small team of gender-based violence primary prevention researchers aim to pilot the adapted approach in the coming year.
Please join us for this exciting opportunity!
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4946313958563844353
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information
about joining the webinar.
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| New SIECUS Year-End Sex Ed Report | | |
New SIECUS Year-End Sex Ed Report
The Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States (SIECUS) recently published "2015 Sex Ed State Legislative Year-End Report: Top Topics and Takeaways," a new analysis of state strategies relating to school-based sexuality education.. Topics include affirmative consent, LGBTQ inclusion, and electronic communication. For more information on the new report, visit the SIECUS website.
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| Spring Symposium 2016 | | |
Spring Symposium 2016
Join the Montana FQHCs and other safety net providers April 20-21, 2016 at the Best Western, Helena.
Early-Bird Registration is now open!Register online by February 29 and enjoy a $25.00 discount. $150.00 February 1 - February 29 $175.00 March 1 - April 8 $225.00 April 9 - April 15 Register |
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