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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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SUMMARY:Webinar: MMR-cy Me! A Comprehensive Review of Mumps and Rubella
DESCRIPTION:Click here to view the archived webinar.\nWebinar 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\nPresentation Slides:\nMMR-cy Me! A Comprehensive Review of Mumps and Rubella \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:\n1.0 hour of continuing education credit for Pharmacy\, Physician\, and Nursing is available at this event.  Credit is also available for Clinical Laboratory Practitioners in West Virginia.  After the live webinar\, a recording will be made available on this page and CE credit will be available until July 16th for anyone who views the live or archived webinar and completes the evaluation. \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 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. \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-CE1125) \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 (JA0006133-9999-26-138-L01-P)
URL:https://wvruralhealth.org/event/webinar-mmr-cy-me-a-comprehensive-review-of-mumps-and-rubella/
LOCATION:West Virginia
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SUMMARY:Webinar: 2026- 2027 Respiratory Season Immunization Updates and Recommendations
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register for the webinar.\nWebinar Description:\nDuring this annual webinar\, presenters will share up-to-date information on the immunization recommendations and tools available for the prevention of influenza\, COVID-19 and RSV during the 2026-2027 respiratory season.  Participants can expect to hear updates to related to available vaccines and other important changes public health and healthcare professionals should be aware of this season\, including immunization coverage rates among West Virginians during last respiratory season.     Attendees will gain a better understanding of the goals of the CDC’s Influenza Sentinel Provider Program and how organizations in West Virginia can enroll.   \nPresenters: \nAndrea Lauffer\, MD\, FAAP\, Assistant Professor Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Hospitalist\, WVU-Thomas Hospital \nCatessa A. Howard\, PharmD\, BCIDP\, Lead Clinical Pharmacy Specialist – Antimicrobial Stewardship and Enterprise Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee Vice Chair\, WVU Medicine \nMandy Harper\, DHSc\, MPH\, Epidemiologist II and Influenza Surveillance Coordinator\, Office of Epidemiology and Prevention Services\, West Virginia Bureau for Public Health \nObjectives:\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the recommendations for influenza and COVID-19 vaccination for the upcoming season;\nDescribe the RSV prevention products that are available and understand their recommendations for use;\nDescribe the storage\, handling\, and ordering updates for influenza\, COVID\, and RSV products during the 2026-2027 respiratory season;\nDiscuss influenza\, RSV\, and COVID disease trends and immunization coverage rates from the 2025-2026 influenza season; and\nDescribe the goal of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Influenza Sentinel Provider Program and how WV facilities can enroll.\n\n\nClick here to register for the webinar.\n\nCost: Free \n\nContinuing Education:\nAn application for 1.5 hours of continuing education credit for Pharmacy\, Physician\, and Nursing will be submitted this event.  After the live webinar\, a recording will be made available on this page and CE credit will be available until October 8th for anyone who views the live or archived webinar and completes the evaluation.  
URL:https://wvruralhealth.org/event/webinar-2026-2027-respiratory-season-immunization-updates-and-recommendations/
LOCATION:West Virginia
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SUMMARY:Ripple Effects Mapping Facilitator Training
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the WV Prevention Research Center\, The Center for Rural Health Development is pleased to invite you to the upcoming Ripple Effects Mapping Facilitator Training. \nTo register\, complete the form at the bottom of this webpage. \nWhat is Ripple Effects Mapping? \nRipple Effects Mapping (REM) is a participatory\, story-driven process that helps groups understand the effects of their work\, including the results they may have anticipated and the resulting ripples they didn’t expect. REM is built on appreciative inquiry and collaborative visual mapping\, offering a grounded way to explore real experiences\, surface strengths\, and make sense of complex or evolving initiatives. Through storytelling and impact mapping in a group setting\, it provides an understanding of program or project impact by uncovering the unique ways community initiatives have made a difference. REM is commonly used as an evaluation and strategic planning tool\, especially related to grant and philanthropic funding. In fact\, several WV-based funders use REM for grant evaluation. \nHow can REM training benefit your work?\n\nGAIN INSIGHTS: Evaluate the scope of project or program impact.\nINFORM DECISION-MAKING: Use REM findings to shape future initiatives.\nSHOWCASE SUCCESS: Highlight your achievements and contributions.\n\nVisit this link for a short video example of a REM session. \nWhat to Expect:\nTwo full days of experiential in-person training on planning and hosting REM sessions with hands-on REM session facilitation practice that will enable you to conduct REM in your community. \nThe training will run from 10am to 5pm on October 28th and 10am to 4pm on October 29th\, with lunch and refreshments provided both days. Because this training provides a hands-on\, practice-based learning experience\, attendees will find this training to be most informative if they attend the entirety of the training. \nCost:\nThe registration fee is $150/person and includes the two-day training\, training materials\, and lunch and refreshments on both days. To register\, complete the form below. Space is very limited for this training so registration may close early if capacity is reached. \nLocation:\nKanawha County Library: 123 Capitol St. Charleston\, WV \nLodging:\nFor those traveling in from out of town\, a room block is being held at the Four Points by Sheraton Charleston at a rate of $115.00 per night. The room block will close October 05\, 2026\, or sooner if filled. To make a reservation in the room block\, click here\, or call 304-344-4092 and specify “The Center for Rural Health Development Room Block.” \nNeed Additional Information About This Event?\nCall The Center for Rural Health Development at (304) 397-4071\, or email. \nRegistration Form:\n\n\n\n\n\nRipple Effects Mapping (REM) Training\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n		\nAttendee Information\n\nPlease complete the registration information for each Ripple Effects Mapping Facilitator Training participant that you are registering. \n\nRipple Effects Mapping Facilitator Training - Attendees Information \n\n\n			\n\n\n\n\n	Attendee #\n		\n	\n	\n	\n	\n\n\n    Organization Name\n        *\n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n    Full Name\n        *\n    \n    \n	\n		Full Name	\n\n	\n					\n				\n					First				\n\n				First			\n						\n				\n					Last				\n\n				Last			\n				\n\n\n    \n    \n\n\n	Address\n		*\n	\n	\n\n	Address\n\n\n	\n		Address	\n		\n	\n\n	\n		Address	\n		\n	\n\n	\n		City	\n		\n	City\n\n	\n		State/Province	\n			\n			\n				 			\n			AlabamaAlaskaArkansasArizonaCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyoming		\n	State/Province\n\n	\n		Zip/Postal	\n		\n	Zip/Postal\n\n\n\n	\n	\n\n\n    Email\n        *\n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n    Mobile Phone\n        \n    \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n	Does the attendee have dietary restriction or food-related allergy?\n		\n	\n	\n	*Please note that not all dietary restrictions will be able to be accommodated. \n	\n\n\n	Does the attendee have any accessibility requirements or request any special accommodations (such as a lactation room\, etc.)\n		\n	\n	\n	\n	\n\n\n	Register Attendee For\n		*\n	\n	\n- Select One -Ripple Effects Mapping Facilitator Training Registration - $150.00\n\n	\n	\n\n\n	plus1\n	\n\n \n\n	minus1\n	\n\n  \n\n\n\n    Total Payment\n     \n    \n    \n    \n\n\n    Payment Method:\n        *\n    \n    					\n					 Credit Card (via PayPal) *Please note: there will be no additional fees assessed when paying through PayPal and you do not need a PayPal account to pay this way.\n					\n					 Check (via Mail)\n					\n					 Invoice Me\n\n    \n    \n\n\n	Organization Name\n		*\n	\n	\n	\n	\n\n\n	Email for Invoice\n		*\n	\n	\n	\n	\n\n\n	To whom should the invoice be addressed\n		*\n	\n	\n	\n	\n\n\n    Address\n        *\n    \n    \n\n	Address\n\n\n	\n		Address	\n		\n	\n\n	\n		Address	\n		\n	\n\n	\n		City	\n		\n	City\n\n	\n		State/Province	\n			\n			\n				 			\n			AlabamaAlaskaArkansasArizonaCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyoming		\n	State/Province\n\n	\n		Zip/Postal	\n		\n	Zip/Postal\n\n\n\n    \n    \n\n\nSubstitutions/Cancellations:\n\n\n\nIf you cannot attend the Ripple Effects Mapping Traning\, you can send a substitute\, even at the last minute. Cancellations made after October 23\, 2026 are not eligible for a refund. Refunds will be processed within two weeks of the request. \n\n\n\nYou will receive a confirmation email to the address provided upon receipt and processing of your registration form. \nFor registration questions\, please contact:The Center for Rural Health Development\, Inc.Phone: (304) 397-4071Email: allison.warden@wvruralhealth.org \n\n\n	\n\nSubmit\n\n\n\n	\n			\n			\n				If you are human\, leave this field blank.
URL:https://wvruralhealth.org/event/ripple-effects-mapping-facilitator-training/
LOCATION:Kanawha County Library\, 123 Capitol St.\, Charleston\, West Virginia\, 25301
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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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SUMMARY:2027 Infectious Disease and Immunization Summit
DESCRIPTION:Where: Bridgeport Conference Center \nThe Annual West Virginia Infectious Disease and Immunization Summit is scheduled for May 19-20\, 2027\, at the Bridgeport Conference Center\, in Bridgeport\, West Virginia. The 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\, administrators\, business leaders\, consumers\, and others interested in protecting West Virginians from vaccine-preventable diseases. \nAgenda:\n2027 Infectious Disease and Immunization Summit Agenda – Coming Soon \nContinuing Education:\nContinuing education credit will be available for both days of the Summit for Physician\, Pharmacy\, and Nursing units.  More information will be added later this year. \nLodging:\nHoliday Inn 20 Sweetbrier Lane\, Bridgeport\, WV 26330 United States \nA discounted room rate is available at the Holiday Inn Bridgeport for the evenings of 5/18/27 and 5/19/27 at the nightly rate of $110 before tax and service fees. This rate is active until 3/18/27.  To access the discounted rate\, reserve your room by calling 304-979-9022 and mentioning “The Center for Rural Health Development” or by using this link to book online:  Hotel Link for Center for Rural Health Development \n  \nRoom blocks are being set up additional area hotels and details will be added soon. \n  \n  \n\n\n\n \n  \n 
URL:https://wvruralhealth.org/event/2027-infectious-disease-and-immunization-summit/
LOCATION:Bridgeport Conference Center\, 300 Conference Center Way\, Bridgeport\, WV\, 26330\, United States
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