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SUMMARY:2025 West Virginia Rural Health Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the West Virginia Rural Health Association November 12 -14\, 2025 to Build Bridges: Amplifying Rural Perspectives in Healthcare\nDoubleTree by Hilton Huntington – Huntington\, WV\n\nThe 33rd Annual West Virginia Rural Health Conference\, hosted by West Virginia Rural Health Association (WVRHA)\, is the largest gathering of rural health professionals in the state. Join us from November 12th – 14th at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Huntington\, WV to explore best practices for rural health alongside colleagues from across the state and nation. Together\, we’ll “Build Bridges as We Amplify Rural Perspectives in Healthcare.”  \n To learn more about registration\, lodging\, continuing education\, to view the conference agenda and more\, please visit the conference website: https://wvrha.org/wvrha-conference/
URL:https://wvruralhealth.org/event/2025-west-virginia-rural-health-conference/
LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Huntington\, 1001 3rd Ave\, Huntington\, WV\, 25701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Building Vaccine Confidence: Using Motivational Interviewing to Improve Vaccine Uptake
DESCRIPTION:This training will equip healthcare providers with the skills to utilize Motivational Interviewing techniques to build vaccine confidence.  Healthcare providers remain as the most trusted source of health information\, positioning them to be able to overcome vaccine hesitancy by understanding the patient’s own motivations; listening with empathy; and empowering the patient. \nTarget audience:\nFront line vaccine administrators including but not limited to: physicians\, pharmacists\, nurses\, physician assistants\, nurse practitioners. \nObjectives:\nBy the end of this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the key principles for communicating with vaccine hesitant individuals;\nApply skills to listen and engage in conversations aimed at building confidence in vaccines; and\nBe able to respond to parental/patient concerns regarding vaccine safety and effectiveness using motivational interviewing strategies.\n\nLocation: \nMorgantown\, WV @ Erickson Alumni Center Board of Governors Room (first floor) \n\n\n\nSpeaker:\nEmily Messerli DNP\, APRN\, FNP-C \nEmily Messerli\, Chief Programmatic Officer at the Association for Immunization Managers (AIM)\, leads a dynamic team to implement the activities associated with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cooperative agreements. She directs federal grant activities and provides direction and oversight to AIM programmatic activities. With her team\, she works to improve collaborations between state and local jurisdictions and federal partners to increase immunization rates and decrease vaccine-preventable disease. She also oversees the communications team responsible for the organization’s website\, social media\, and member communications. \nDr. Messerli is a certified family nurse practitioner and former Kentucky Immunization Branch program manager. Dr. Messerli received her undergraduate degree from Emory University and her doctoral degree in nursing (DNP) from the University of Kentucky. She has served on the board of directors for the Kentucky Public Health Association and on a workgroup for the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. \nRegistration:\nCost: $50.00 (includes lunch) \nRegistration for this event is now closed.   \nNo on-site registration will be available for this event.   \nFor those are registered\, meeting check in will begin at 12:00pm on the day of the event.  Lunch will be provided\, and the meeting will begin promptly at 12:30pm. \nContinuing Education:\nAn application for 3.5 hours of continuing education has been approved for this event for Pharmacy\, Physician\, and Nursing credits. \nDisclosure and Mitigation  \nThe CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine and West Virginia Immunization Network\, the Center for Rural Health Development Inc. controls the content and production of this CE activity and attempt to ensure the presentation of balanced\, objective information. In accordance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education established by the ACCME\, faculty\, abstract reviewers\, paper presenters/authors\, planning committee members\, staff and any others involved in planning the educational content must disclose any relationship they or their co-authors have with ineligible companies which may be related to their content. The ACCME defines “relevant financial relationships” as financial relationships in any amount occurring within the past 24 months that create a conflict of interest. All presenters\, planning committee and faculty have declared no financial interest with an ineligible company for this educational activity.  \n Accreditation \nIn support of improving patient care\, this activity has been planned and implemented by the West Virginia Immunization Network\, Center for Rural Health Development Inc. and CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine. CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)\, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)\, and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)\, to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. \nPhysicians-.  The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.5 hours for AMA PRA Category I Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nNurses The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This offering has been approved for 3.5 contact hours (JA0026-26-CE1053) \nPharmacy – The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.  To receive credit\, participants must complete the sign-in sheet\, attend each session and complete an evaluation. ACPE credits will be posted online to the CPE Monitor within six (6) weeks following the activity. This knowledge-based activity provides 3.5 contact hours (JA0006133-9999-25-052-L06-P)
URL:https://wvruralhealth.org/event/building-vaccine-confidence-using-motivational-interviewing-to-improve-vaccine-uptake/
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SUMMARY:Building Vaccine Confidence: Using Motivational Interviewing to Improve Vaccine Uptake
DESCRIPTION:This training will equip healthcare providers with the skills to utilize Motivational Interviewing techniques to build vaccine confidence.  Healthcare providers remain as the most trusted source of health information\, positioning them to be able to overcome vaccine hesitancy by understanding the patient’s own motivations; listening with empathy; and empowering the patient. \nTarget Audience:\nFront line vaccine administrators including but not limited to: physicians\, pharmacists\, nurses\, physician assistants\, nurse practitioners. \nObjectives:\nBy the end of this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the key principles for communicating with vaccine hesitant individuals;\nApply skills to listen and engage in conversations aimed at building confidence in vaccines; and\nBe able to respond to parental/patient concerns regarding vaccine safety and effectiveness using motivational interviewing strategies.\n\nLocation:  ***PLEASE NOTE LOCATION CHANGE!***\nWest Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine 1st Floor\, Building 3211 MacCorkle Avenue\, SE Charleston\, WV 25304 \nThis is located across from CAMC Memorial Hospital.  \nSpeaker:\nEmily Messerli DNP\, APRN\, FNP-C \nEmily Messerli\, Chief Programmatic Officer at the Association for Immunization Managers (AIM)\, leads a dynamic team to implement the activities associated with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cooperative agreements. She directs federal grant activities and provides direction and oversight to AIM programmatic activities. With her team\, she works to improve collaborations between state and local jurisdictions and federal partners to increase immunization rates and decrease vaccine-preventable disease. She also oversees the communications team responsible for the organization’s website\, social media\, and member communications. \nDr. Messerli is a certified family nurse practitioner and former Kentucky Immunization Branch program manager. Dr. Messerli received her undergraduate degree from Emory University and her doctoral degree in nursing (DNP) from the University of Kentucky. She has served on the board of directors for the Kentucky Public Health Association and on a workgroup for the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. \nRegistration:\nCost: $50.00 (includes lunch) \nRegistration for this event is now closed. \nNo on-site registration will be available for this event. Space is limited at this event and registration will be closed when capacity is reached. \nFor those are registered\, meeting check in will begin at 9:00am on the day of the event.  Lunch will be provided. \nContinuing Education:\nAn application for 3.5 hours of continuing education has been approved for this event for Pharmacy\, Physician\, and Nursing credits. \nDISCLOSURE AND MITIGATION \nThe CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine and West Virginia Immunization Network\, the Center for Rural Health Development Inc. controls the content and production of this CE activity and attempt to ensure the presentation of balanced\, objective information. In accordance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education established by the ACCME\, faculty\, abstract reviewers\, paper presenters/authors\, planning committee members\, staff and any others involved in planning the educational content must disclose any relationship they or their co-authors have with ineligible companies which may be related to their content. The ACCME defines “relevant financial relationships” as financial relationships in any amount occurring within the past 24 months that create a conflict of interest. All presenters\, planning committee and faculty have declared no financial interest with an ineligible company for this educational activity.  \n Accreditation \nIn support of improving patient care\, this activity has been planned and implemented by the West Virginia Immunization Network\, Center for Rural Health Development Inc. and CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine. CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)\, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)\, and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)\, to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. \nPhysicians-.  The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 3.5 hours for AMA PRA Category I Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nNurses The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This offering has been approved for 3.5 contact hours (JA0026-26-CE1053) \nPharmacy – The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.  To receive credit\, participants must complete the sign-in sheet\, attend each session and complete an evaluation. ACPE credits will be posted online to the CPE Monitor within six (6) weeks following the activity. This knowledge-based activity provides 3.5 contact hours (JA0006133-9999-25-051-L06-P)
URL:https://wvruralhealth.org/event/building-vaccine-confidence-using-motivational-interviewing-to-improve-vaccine-uptake-2/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Breaking Down H5N1: A One Health Approach
DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the archived webinar.\nDescription:\nDuring this one-hour webinar\, presenters will discuss the clinical\, agricultural\, zoonotic\, and public health aspects of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza\, also known as H5N1.   Attendees will learn about the importance of collaboration and a coordinated response using the One Health approach strategy to protect both animal and human populations from disease. \nObjectives:\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\n• Describe the history and burden of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1) from all perspectives (clinical\, agricultural\, zoonotic\, public health)\n• Discuss general presentation\, diagnosis\, and management of H5N1 from a clinical perspective;\n• Discuss H5N1 preparedness and post-exposure prophylaxis measures for healthcare workers;\n• Describe how a case investigation is conducted for H5N1; and\n• Describe the “One Health” approach to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.\n\nWebinar Slides:\nHPAI Ag Update_11.20.2025_DrAlt \nOne-Health-and-Highly-Pathogenic-Avian-Influenza-H5N1-The-Clinical-Perspective_MJensen \nHPAI H5N1 WIN Webinar_Harper \nPresenters:\nMelissa Jensen\, MSPA\, PA-C; Assistant Professor of PA Studies\, Concord University | Health Sciences \nErika D. Alt\, DVM; Assistant State Veterinarian/Assistant Director\, Animal Health Division\, West Virginia Department of Agriculture \nMandy Marie Harper\, MPH\, Epidemiologist II/ Influenza Surveillance Coordinator\, WV Bureau for Public Health \nRegistration:\nClick here to view the archived webinar. \nContinuing Education:\nContinuing education credits are no longer available for this event. \n  \nDISCLOSURE AND MITIGATION \nThe CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine and West Virginia Immunization Network\, the Center for Rural Health Development Inc. controls the content and production of this CE activity and attempt to ensure the presentation of balanced\, objective information. In accordance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education established by the ACCME\, faculty\, abstract reviewers\, paper presenters/authors\, planning committee members\, staff and any others involved in planning the educational content must disclose any relationship they or their co-authors have with ineligible companies which may be related to their content. The ACCME defines “relevant financial relationships” as financial relationships in any amount occurring within the past 24 months that create a conflict of interest. All presenters\, planning committee and faculty have declared no financial interest with an ineligible company for this educational activity.  \n  \n            Accreditation \nIn support of improving patient care\, this activity has been planned and implemented by the West Virginia Immunization Network\, Center for Rural Health Development Inc. and CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine. CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)\, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)\, and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)\, to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. \nPhysicians-.  The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 hour for AMA PRA Category I Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nNurses The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This offering has been approved for 1 contact hour (JA0026-26-CE1052) \nPharmacy – The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.  To receive credit\, participants must complete the sign-in sheet\, attend each session and complete an evaluation. ACPE credits will be posted online to the CPE Monitor within six (6) weeks following the activity. This knowledge-based activity provides 1.0 contact hours (JA0006133-9999-25-050-L01-P)
URL:https://wvruralhealth.org/event/webinar-breaking-down-h5n1-a-one-health-approach/
LOCATION:WV
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Pertussis: Understanding\, Preventing\, and Managing Whooping Cough
DESCRIPTION:Click here view the archived webinar.  \n*Note: A YouTube video was shared during this webinar that is not available on the archive.  You can view the video by following the link here.  It is also linked below along with the presenter slides.\n\nDescription:\nPertussis\, commonly known as Whooping Cough\, remains a significant public health concern as cases are rising nationally and in West Virginia. This webinar will provide an in-depth overview of the disease\, including its clinical presentation\, diagnostic challenges\, reporting\, and prevention strategies. Participants will gain insights into the latest guidelines for immunization\, reporting guidelines\, and patient management\, ensuring they are equipped to reduce the impact of pertussis in their communities. \nObjectives:\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the transmission and clinical features of pertussis;\nExplain treatment protocols and supportive care for patients with pertussis; \nDiscuss current vaccination recommendations and strategies to improve coverage; and \nDescribe the role of public health in pertussis investigations\, specifically the identification and management of close contacts\, and control and prevention measures to prevent the spread of disease.\n\nPresenters:\n\nJohanna Bosse\, MS\, Vaccine-Preventable Disease Epidemiologist\, West Virginia Bureau for Public Health\nKrista D. Capehart\, PharmD\, MS\, BCACP\, FAPhA\, Clinical Professor\, Department of Clinical Pharmacy; Director of the Wigner Institute for Advanced Pharmacy Practice\, Education and Research\, West Virginia University School of Pharmacy\nLisa M. Costello\, MD\, MPH\, FAAP\, Associate Professor\, Clerkship Co-director\, Department of Pediatrics\, West Virginia University School of Medicine\n\n\nPresentation Slides and Resources:\n\nPertussis WIN Webinar _Presentation Slides_Dr.Costello\nLink to YouTube video shared by Dr. Costello: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DB70izafC1Y\nPertussis Webinar_Dr.Capehart Presentation slides\nThe Epidemiology of Pertussis _WIN Webinar Slides_J_Bosse\n\nWebinar evaluation: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WIN_Pertussis\nContinuing Education:\n 1.0 hour of continuing education for Physician\, Pharmacy\, and Nursing credit has been approved for this event.  Continuing education credit is available until February 13\, 2026 for those who view the live or archive webinar and complete the webinar evaluation linked above.  \nPertussis: Understanding\, Preventing and Managing Whooping Cough \nDISCLOSURE AND MITIGATION \nThe CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine and West Virginia Immunization Network\, the Center for Rural Health Development Inc. controls the content and production of this CE activity and attempt to ensure the presentation of balanced\, objective information. In accordance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education established by the ACCME\, faculty\, abstract reviewers\, paper presenters/authors\, planning committee members\, staff and any others involved in planning the educational content must disclose any relationship they or their co-authors have with ineligible companies which may be related to their content. The ACCME defines “relevant financial relationships” as financial relationships in any amount occurring within the past 24 months that create a conflict of interest. All presenters\, planning committee and faculty have declared no financial interest with an ineligible company for this educational activity.  \n  \nAccreditation: \nIn support of improving patient care\, this activity has been planned and implemented by the West Virginia Immunization Network\, Center for Rural Health Development Inc. and CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine. CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)\, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)\, and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)\, to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. \n  \nPhysicians-.  The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 hours for AMA PRA Category I Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nNurses The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This offering has been approved for 1 contact hour (JA0026-26-CE1073) \nPharmacy – The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.  To receive credit\, participants must complete the sign-in sheet\, attend each session and complete an evaluation. ACPE credits will be posted online to the CPE Monitor within six (6) weeks following the activity. This knowledge-based activity provides 1 contact hour (JA0006133-9999-26-115-L06-P)
URL:https://wvruralhealth.org/event/webinar-pertussis-understanding-preventing-and-managing-whooping-cough/
LOCATION:WV
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SUMMARY:2026 Appalachian Health Leadership Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us April 23 & 24\, 2026!\nStonewall Resort & Conference Center\, Roanoke\, WV\nRegistration is closed. \nThe Forum is a place for thought-provoking ideas and conversations. We bring together West Virginia’s board and executive leaders from healthcare and public health\, along with business and community leaders to share strategies and resources to address the vital conditions that affect community health and wellbeing. Day One of the Forum will focus on community health improvement strategies to address social determinants of health and advance the vital conditions for health and well-being in your communities. On Day Two of the Forum\, hear from thought leaders on board governance best practices and how to nurture a more resilient workforce. \nAgenda:\nApril 23\, 2026 – Community Health Improvement \n10:00 AM            Forum Opening: Welcome & Introductions \n\nWV Rural Health Transformation Program Update \n\nCarrie Jeffries\, DNP\, MPH\, ANP-BC\, NEA-BC\, FACHE\, AACRN\, Director\, Rural Health Transformation Program\, State of West Virginia\n\n\nTaking Care of Our Own: Building and Strengthening Recovery Ecosystems \n\nMichael Meit\, MA\, MPH\, Director\, East Tennessee State University Center for Rural Health and Research\n\n\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM       Lunch (Provided) in Stillwaters \n\nEngaging Local Policy Makers in Community Health Improvement \n\nAnne Cavalier\, Ed.D.\, Mayor of Smithers\, WV\nDelegate Sarah Drennan\, WV House of Delegates\, District 20\nGary Roberts\, MPA\, Commissioner\, Nicholas County\, WV\n\n\nTransforming Vacant and Dilapidated Properties  \n\nMark Buchanan\, MS\, CPESC\, Project Manager & Research Associate\, Brownfields Assistance Center at Marshall University\nKatherine Garvey\, Esq.\, Director\, Land Use and Sustainable Development Law Clinic\, WVU College of Law\nKatie See\, AICP\, Assistant Director\, Brownfields Assistance Center at West Virginia University\n\n\nImproving Healthy Food Access and Supporting Local Farmers and Food Systems \n\nMandy Curry\, Owner/Founder\, Healthy Kids Inc.\nSpencer Moss\, MPA\, Executive Director\, West Virginia Food and Farm Coalition\n\n\n5:00 PM               Closing Remarks & Evaluation \n\n6:00 PM – 7:00 PM     Appalachian Health Leadership Forum Opening Reception \n\nApril 24\, 2026 – Governance & Leadership \n8:30 AM                              Breakfast Provided \n\n9:00 AM – 9:15AM            Welcome & Introductions \n\nCompassion Fatigue: Considerations for Recognition and Management Among Public Health and Healthcare Providers \n\nDan Barnett\, MD\, MPH\, Professor\, Johns Hopkins School of Public Health\n\n\nAdaptive Leadership: Leading through Change \n\nCatherine Slemp\, MD\, MPH\, Principal and Managing Member\, Deepa Consulting\nC. Donovan Beckett\, DO\, Chief Executive Officer\, Williamson Health and Wellness Center Inc.\nAngela Gray\, BSN\, RN\, SUD Case Manager\, WVU Medicine Berkeley Medical Center\nAnita Stewart\, DO\, Health Officer\, Nicholas County Health Department\n\n\n12:00 NOON – 12:45 PM   Annual Rural Health Leadership Award Lunch \n\nResponsible AI Use in Healthcare and Public Health \n\nMerage Ghane\, PhD\, Director of Responsible AI\, Coalition for Health AI\n\n\nFrom Mission to Action: Strategic Planning for Healthcare and Local Health Boards \n\nJenna Misiti\, Esq.\, MHA\, CHC\, Attorney/Owner\, Appalachian Healthcare Legal Consulting\, PLLC\n\n\n3:30pm         Forum Closing \n\nRegistration Information:\n\n\n\n2026 Registration Prices:\n\n\n \nEarly Bird Registration Fees (available until February 28th)\nRegistration Fees (after March 1st)\n\n\nFull Conference Registration\n$350.00\n$400.00\n\n\nStudent Full Conference Registration Includes both Thursday  and Friday sessions and all meals and reception. Must be an active college/ university student to receive this rate.\n$175.00\n$200.00\n\n\nOne Day Only: Thursday\, April 23\, 2026 Includes breakfast\, lunch and evening reception.\n$200.00\n$250.00\n\n\nStudent – One Day Only: Thursday\, April 23\, 2026 Includes breakfast\, lunch and evening reception.\n$100.00\n$125.00\n\n\nDay 1 Lunch Guest Ticket\n$40.00\n$50.00\n\n\nApril 23rd Evening Reception Guest Ticket\n$20.00\n$25.00\n\n\nOne Day Only: Friday\, April 24\, 2026 Includes breakfast and Awards Lunch; does not include Thursday evening reception.\n$180.00\n$210.00\n\n\nStudent One Day Only: Friday\, April 24\, 2026 Includes breakfast and Awards Lunch; does not include Thursday evening reception.\n$90.00\n$105.00\n\n\nFriday Awards Lunch Guest Ticket:\n$60.00\n$70.00\n\n\nVALUE DEAL: (Full Conference Registration Only)\nFourth Team Member FREE *Must register as group prior to March 1st. Not available for registrations received after March 1st.\n\n\n\n  \nRegistration is closed.  \nAccommodations:\nTo make a reservation with Stonewall Resort\, click here or call Stonewall Resort at 304-269-7400 and select the room reservations prompt. \nExhibit and Sponsorship Opportunities:\nExhibitor\, advertising\, and sponsorship opportunities are available to support this event and engage with the attendees. Click here to view options. \nContinuing Education:\nThe following Continuing Education Units have been approved for this event… \nDISCLOSURE AND MITIGATIONThe CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine and West Virginia Immunization Network\, the Center for Rural Health Development Inc. controls the content and production of this CE activity and attempt to ensure the presentation of balanced\, objective information. In accordance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education established by the ACCME\, faculty\, abstract reviewers\, paper presenters/authors\, planning committee members\, staff and any others involved in planning the educational content must disclose any relationship they or their co-authors have with ineligible companies which may be related to their content. The ACCME defines “relevant financial relationships” as financial relationships in any amount occurring within the past 24 months that create a conflict of interest. All presenters\, planning committee and faculty have declared no financial interest with an ineligible company for this educational activity. \nAccreditation:In support of improving patient care\, this activity has been planned and implemented by the West Virginia Immunization Network\, Center for Rural Health Development Inc. and CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine. CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)\, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)\, and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)\, to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. \nPhysicians:The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 9.25 hours for AMA PRA Category I Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nNurses:The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This offering has been approved for 9.25 contact hours (JA0026-26-CE1106) \nPharmacy:The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.  To receive credit\, participants must complete the sign-in sheet\, attend each session and complete an evaluation. ACPE credits will be posted online to the CPE Monitor within six (6) weeks following the activity. This knowledge-based activity provides 9.25 contact hours (JA0006133-9999-26-129-L99-P). \nAmerican College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE):As an independent chartered chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives\, the West Virginia Chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives\, is authorized to award 8.0 hours of ACHE Qualifying Education credits toward advancement or recertification in the American College of Healthcare Executives. Participants in this program who wish to have it considered for ACHE Qualifying Education credit should list their attendance when they apply to the American College of Healthcare Executives for advancement or recertification.
URL:https://wvruralhealth.org/event/2026-appalachian-health-leadership-forum/
LOCATION:Stonewall Resort and Conference Center\, 940 Resort Drive\, Roanoke\, WV\, 26447\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Infectious Disease and Immunization Summit
DESCRIPTION:Where: Summersville Arena & Conference Center \nThe Annual West Virginia Infectious Disease and Immunization Summit is scheduled for May 14-15\, 2026\, at the Summersville Arena and Conference Center\, in Summersville\, West Virginia. The Annual West Virginia Infectious Disease and Immunization Summit is an educational event targeted towards public and private sector organizations with an interest in learning about infectious diseases and strategies for improving immunization rates in West Virginia. We are pleased to partner again this year with the Office of Epidemiology and Prevention Services to hold this two-day conference.  \nTarget Audience:\nVarious sessions at the Summit will be targeted toward healthcare and public health professionals\, school nurses and administrators\, business leaders\, consumers\, and others interested in protecting West Virginians from vaccine-preventable diseases. \nAgenda:\n2026 Infectious Disease and Immunization Summit Agenda \nPresentation Slides:\nMay 14th:  \n\nSession 1_Alpha gal\nSession 3 Tackling the Trifecta\nSession 4_HPV Associated Cancers\nSession 6_ Measles & Pertussis\nSession 7_ Animal Bites and Rabies\n\nMay 15th: \n\nSession 1_Navigating the Landscape\nSession 2_RSV\nSession 3_VFC Training\nSession 5_VAERS\n\n\n\n\nSession Evaluations:\nMay 14th: \n\nSession 1: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/alpha_gal_Summit\nSession 2: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/silostosystems\nSession 3: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/tacklingtrifecta\nSession 4: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WV_HPVcancerburden\nSession 5: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/sharedsuccessvaccinedelivery\nSession 6: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/resurgence_measlesandpertussis\nSession 7: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/animalbitesandrabies2026\nDay 1 Overall Evaluation: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026Day1InfecDiseaseandIZSummit \n\nMay 15th: \n\nSession 1: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/navigatingIZPolicychanges\nSession 2: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/impactofRSVIZ\nSession 3: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VFCTrainingWV\nSession 4: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/StatewideSurvey2026\nSession 5: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VAERSreportingWV\nDay 2 Overall Evaluation: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WIN2026Summit_Day2\n\nContinuing Education:\n10.5 hours of continuing education has been approved for Pharmacy\, Physician or Nursing credits at this event.   Conference attendees can claim the appropriate amount of credit commensurate with their attendance at the sessions on Day 1 or Day 2.   \nDISCLOSURE AND MITIGATION \n The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine and the West Virginia Bureau for Public Health Office of Epidemiology and Prevention Services and West Virginia Immunization Network\, a program of The Center for Rural Health Development\, Inc.  controls the content and production of this CE activity and attempts to ensure the presentation of balanced\, objective information. In accordance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education established by the ACCME\, faculty\, abstract reviewers\, paper presenters/authors\, planning committee members\, staff and any others involved in planning the educational content must disclose any relationship they or their co-authors have with ineligible companies which may be related to their content. The ACCME defines “relevant financial relationships” as financial relationships in any amount occurring within the past 24 months that create a conflict of interest. All presenters\, planning committee and faculty have declared no financial interest with an ineligible company for this educational activity.  \n Accreditation: \nIn support of improving patient care\, this activity has been planned and implemented by the West Virginia Immunization Network\, Center for Rural Health Development Inc. and CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine. CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)\, the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)\, and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)\, to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. \n  \nPhysicians-.  The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 10.5 hours for AMA PRA Category I Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \n  \nNurses The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This offering has been approved for 10.5 contact hours (JA0026-26-CE1113) \n  \nPharmacy – The CAMC Institute for Academic Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.  To receive credit\, participants must complete the sign-in sheet\, attend each session and complete an evaluation. ACPE credits will be posted online to the CPE Monitor within six (6) weeks following the activity. This knowledge-based activity provides 10.5 contact hours (JA0006133-9999-26-132-L06-P) \n  \n  \nConsent to use photographic images: \nBy taking part in this event\, you grant The Center for Rural Health Development full rights to use any images resulting from the photography and/or video filming for any reproductions or adaptations of the images. This may include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in printed and digital media\, social media\, and press releases. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed\, please inform an event organizer or the photographer. \n  \n\n\n\n \n 
URL:https://wvruralhealth.org/event/2026-infectious-disease-and-immunization-summit/
LOCATION:Summersville Arena & Conference Center\, 3 Armory Way\, Summersville\, WV\, 26651\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: MMR-cy Me! A Comprehensive Review of Mumps and Rubella
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Description:\nMumps and rubella remain important vaccine-preventable diseases with the potential for significant public health impact\, particularly in under‑vaccinated communities. This webinar will provide an overview of the clinical presentation\, potential complications\, modes of transmission\, and diagnostic testing options for both diseases. The presenter will also cover immunization recommendations for routine immunization\, outbreak control\, and special populations. \nPresenter:  Matthew W. Thomas\, MD\, FAAP\nAssistant Professor\, Pediatric Infectious Diseases\nHealthcare Epidemiologist & Medical Director\, Infection Prevention\, WVU Hospitals\, including JW Ruby Memorial Hospital\, WVUM Golisano Children’s Hospital\, and Fairmont Medical Center\nCo-Director\, Antimicrobial Stewardship\, WVUM Golisano Children’s Hospital\n\nRegister:  Click here to register for this event.\n\nObjectives:\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the clinical presentation and transmission for mumps and rubella;\nDiscuss appropriate testing options for diagnosis and confirmation of mumps and rubella; and\nDescribe current vaccination recommendations.\n\nCost: Free\nContinuing Education:\nAn application will be submitted for 1.0 hour of continuing education credit for Pharmacy\, Physician\, and Nursing.  Credit is also available for Clinical Laboratory Practitioners in West Virginia.
URL:https://wvruralhealth.org/event/webinar-mmr-cy-me-a-comprehensive-review-of-mumps-and-rubella/
LOCATION:WV
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270408T080000
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SUMMARY:2027 Appalachian Health Leadership Forum
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for April 8 & 9\, 2027!\nStonewall Resort & Conference Center\, Roanoke\, WV\nRegistration coming soon! \nThe Forum is a place for thought-provoking ideas and conversations. We bring together West Virginia’s board and executive leaders from healthcare and public health\, along with business and community leaders to share strategies and resources to address the vital conditions that affect community health andwellbeing. Day One of the Forum will focus on community health improvement strategies to address social determinants of health and advance the vital conditions for health and well-being in your communities. On Day Two of the Forum\, hear from thought leaders on board governance best practices and how to nurture a more resilient workforce.
URL:https://wvruralhealth.org/event/2027-appalachian-health-leadership-forum/
LOCATION:Stonewall Resort and Conference Center\, 940 Resort Drive\, Roanoke\, WV\, 26447\, United States
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