CE Course has been postponed. Check back late summer for a rescheduled date.  West Virginia has some of the highest rates of HPV-associated cancers, including oropharyngeal (head and neck) cancers. However, many of these cancers can be prevented through screening and vaccination. This presents an opportunity for oral health professionals to educate patients about the […]

POSTPONED  The Wild, Wonderful and Healthy WV sessions will be held at the 2020 West Virginia Rural Health Conference on October 15, 2020. Details will be posted on our website later this Spring.    Join us May 1-2, 2020 for the Appalachian Health Leadership Forum The Resort at Glade Springs, Daniels, WV Investing in the […]

Fighting Infectious Diseases: Vaccine Heroes At Work​ Men and women have dedicated their lives to science and their brilliant minds have helped to protect us from dangerous diseases such as polio, measles, tetanus and many more. And, as COVID-19 spreads around the globe, scientists all over the world are busy developing a vaccine to end the pandemic.   […]

This webinar session will discuss the importance of vaccines and why they are essential to continue during a pandemic. Communication strategies and best practices for providing immunizations will be explored.

The 2020-2021 Influenza Season - Prevention, Control, and Surveillance of a Long-time Threat in a New Era It goes without saying that the COVID-19 pandemic has created a new normal for humankind and it has already created significant challenges in preventing and controlling infectious respiratory disease worldwide. This presentation aims to prepare public health practitioners […]

Webinar Description: This session will provide an overview of vaccine hesitancy and common communication pitfalls encountered in the clinical setting when attempting to address vaccination concerns. Alternative, evidence-based, communication strategies known to improve vaccine acceptance will be reviewed. Special considerations for potential future COVID-19 vaccines will also be addressed. Objectives for Session: By the end […]