MPHA News and Updates
MPHA Annual Meeting- Save The Date!
Please save the date Tuesday, October 13, 2009 to join the Maine Public Health Association at our 25th anniversary Annual Meeting at the Augusta Civic Center. This special event is titled Portraits of the Past, Visions of the Future and once again promises to be the premier public health meeting in Maine. We are extremely fortunate to have secured nationally known and respected keynote speaker Bob McKinnon from the media and communications firm Yellow Brick Road in New York City. Breakout sessions on children's health, environmental health, emergency preparedness, infectious disease, worksite wellness and mental health will be featured. And of course there will be great opportunities to network with your public health colleagues, awards for public health achievements and compelling information including our work with the This Is Public Health campaign.
Please mark your calendars now for October 13 and be on the lookout for e-registration this summer!
Healthiest Nation in 1 Generation Video featured on MPHA site - we're going viral!
You might think we’re one of the healthiest nations, but we’re not. Compared to other developed nations, we’re lagging far behind. The thing is: It doesn’t have to be this way. We can make this the healthiest nation in one generation. Committing to a healthier America is something we all can do.
First, support public health – from the local clinic to the neighborhood park. A healthier America won’t be possible without the support of your communities. Second, adopt a healthier lifestyle. Encourage others to do the same. Help us teach a new generation that simple actions – like not smoking and eating healthy – lead to a happier, longer and more productive life. After all, healthy children will become healthy adults. All you have to do now is join us.
One doctor, nurse, educator or public health leader can’t do it alone. What are you going to do? Spread the word. Inspire others. Watch the video and send it to others!
MPHA website features one stop shopping...
- Your Association website has a fantastic and very full calendar feature with over 20 current listings.
- There is also a News page featuring such things as the recent Sadie & Harry Davis grant opportunity and Swine Flu resources.
- Don't forget to post and search for public health jobs on our Job Opportunities page!
- We are now posting pdf's of all public testimony provided in support or opposition of legislative bills. Go to our Policy Page if you'd like to read testimony and see what your association is actively supporting or opposing.
- Anyone can submit to these features, by just e-mailing maryb@mcd.org
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