If you have an upcoming event that would be relevant to the immunization community please send it to info@ecbt.org for inclusion.
Please include the event date(s), event title, the location and a short description along with any relevant links in your email.
May 2008
May 3 - 7, 2008
Hawaii Convention Center, Honolulu, HI
The Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) 2008 Annual Meeting is a partnership of four primary pediatric organizations and an Asian organization: the American Pediatric Society, the Ambulatory Pediatric Association, the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Asian Society for Pediatric Research. The PAS Annual Meeting is the largest international meeting focusing on research in child health while providing a unique venue for interdisciplinary scientific interactions.
For more information please go to http://pediatrics.hawaiiconvention.com/
May 5 - 7, 2008
Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel
Baltimore, Maryland
The Annual Conference on Vaccine Research provides highquality, current reports of scientific progress featured in both invited presentations and submitted abstracts. The disparate fields covered in both human and veterinary vaccinology encourage valuable cross-fertilization of ideas and approaches among researchers otherwise focused on specific diseases or methods.
The Conference has become the largest scientific meeting devoted exclusively to research on vaccines and associated technologies for disease prevention and treatment through immunization. The Eleventh Annual Conference promises to maintain this tradition as the premier venue for cutting edge topics and issues. International experts will lead seminars and panel discussions on topical areas of basic immunology, product development, clinical testing, regulation, and other aspects of vaccine research. Opportunities for networking and scientific collaboration critical to advancing vaccine science and development will be available through audience discussions, poster presentations, meet the expert breakfast sessions, sponsored exhibits, and evening ceremonies and receptions.
For more information on this conference please go to http://www.nfid.org/conferences/vaccine08/
May 12 - 13, 2008
JW Marriott Buckhead
Atlanta, Georgia
The 2008 National Influenza Vaccine Summit will convene at 1:00 PM on Monday, May 12 and adjourn at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, May 13.
The Summit will be held at the JW Marriott Buckhead, Atlanta, Georgia, the same hotel at which the 2007 Summit was held. The Lennox Square food court and shopping are connected to the hotel. Please make every effort to arrive on time as the Summit is 1/2 day shorter this year to accommodate Mother's Day festivities on Sunday evening, May 11.
Once again, an exceptionally low hotel rate of $129 (plus taxes) has been negotiated for you. We suggest you make your reservations as soon as possible to ensure a room both at the Summit hotel and at this special rate. If at all possible, please stay at the JW Marriott because we will be charged for any rooms under our contracted number of rooms. We also have set aside a small block of rooms for Sunday evening, May 11 and Tuesday evening, May 13 to accommodate those of you preferring to arrive a day early or stay over after the Summit has adjourned.
To make hotel reservations by phone, please call 1-800-613-2051. State you are making a reservation at the JW Marriott Buckhead, Atlanta, for the "Influenza Summit".
To make your reservations via the web, go to the Marriott reservation system and enter the date(s) for the nights(s) you will be staying (May 11, 12, 13).
If you learn that no more rooms are available at the $129 rate, please call Jim Harrison at (404) 639-8250. The deadline for making hotel reservations is the end of the day on Friday, April 18, 2007.
There will be a complimentary business dinner at 6:00 PM on Monday evening, May 12. Members living in the Atlanta area are welcome and encouraged to attend. The three Summit award winners will share information about their efforts.
A continental breakfast, compliments of the AMA, will be available on Tuesday morning, beginning at 7:00 AM. The AMA also is sponsoring the three complimentary coffee breaks.
An early draft of the agenda is available for your convenience in securing travel orders, etc.
Summit pre-registration is required of all who plan to attend.
Pre-registration Deadline: Friday, April 25
Please note that there are no pre-registration or registration fees.
2008 Summit registrants should complete an information document that you will find at http://www.preventinfluenza.org/2008_summit_info.pdf and send by email to Jim Harrison at jrh3@cdc.gov.
May 14, 2008
Four Points By Sheraton At BWI
Baltimore, MD
This is the fifth installment in the Points Across series: Collaborations That Work, Partnerships That Last. Over the past four years, Points Across has addressed the dynamic needs of health promotion professionals by providing training on emerging issues in community health. This year's meeting boasts a curriculum that is a timely response to funders' increased urgings for organizations to work together to maximize effectiveness while containing costs.
The Points Across V faculty is comprised of local and national experts in public health partnerships and collaborations. Participants will be afforded the unique experience of learning the fundamentals of "working together and staying together" from individuals who have been instrumental in establishing, nurturing, and maintaining successful partnerships. The conference size intentionally is kept small to allow maximum interaction between instructors and participants. Reserve your space now for this day of learning, networking, and fun!
For more information please call (410) 902-4677 or view the PDF initation flyer by going to http://www.edcp.org/pdf/2008_MPP_Points_Across_Brochure.pdf
May 21, 2008
By Teleconference 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EST
TA Call Description:
Over the past few months, we have seen an increased coverage of autism in the media. Mixed messages about the definition of autism, its prevalence, and what causes it are creating a lot of confusion and anxiety among parents. To address these and other misconceptions, we invite you to join this TA call featuring autism experts from the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). During the call they will discuss the latest research about what autism is, how its definition has changed over the years, autism prevalence, what is known about who is at risk, and early identification and diagnosis. In addition a parent of a child with autism will share some of her experiences.
Please note that this call will not address the recent vaccine injury compensation case or the alleged relationship between vaccines and autism, but will be an in-depth discussion of the disorder itself.
Goal:
To increase awareness of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) and highlight opportunities for public health professionals to play a role in helping those affected to reach their full potential.
Learning Objectives:
After this technical assistance call, listeners will gain knowledge of:
About the Presenters:
Dr. Georgina Peacock
Dr. Peacock is a developmental-behavioral pediatrician who currently works as an Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) fellow at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities on the “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” campaign. This campaign is helping to increase awareness about developmental milestones and delays, and the benefits of early intervention. Dr. Peacock's clinical focus includes evaluation of developmental problems and concerns including autism. In addition, she follows children with developmental problems over time and assists parents in their management of common problems involving behavior, sleeping, and feeding.
Dr. Peacock received her Medical Degree and Masters in Public Health from the University of Kansas and also completed her residency in Pediatrics and Fellowship in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics at the University of Kansas. Her Bachelors in Science is from the University of Michigan in German and Cell and Molecular Biology.
Dr. Catherine Rice
Catherine Rice, Ph.D., is an Epidemiologist and the Surveillance Team Lead in the Developmental Disabilities Branch, National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). She serves as the Co-Primary Investigator for the Autism Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network (ADDM).
Dr. Rice received her Bachelors of Arts from Emory University and her Masters of Arts and Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from Boston College. She has nearly 20 years experience working with children affected by developmental disabilities. Prior to her tenure at CDC, Dr. Rice served in various research and teaching positions at Emory University and Boston College. From 1997-2000, she served as the Research Project Coordinator II, Diagnostic Clinic Coordinator, Emory Autism Resource Center and in 2001 she became the Diagnostic Clinic Associate for the same program. In 2001, she became a Specialized Trainer in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) with Western Psychological Services.
Information about the parent who will participate on the call will be included in the next announcement.
Registration:
To register for this TA call, please email izta@aed.org, with the subject line “Sign me up for the Understanding Autism Call.”
May 21 - 23, 2008
Downtown Marriott, San Francisco, CA
The objectives of the conference are to teach participants practical ways to help coalitions thrive and facilitate interaction with leaders of successful coalitions working to improve health in their respective communities.
The program will educate and motivate participants on proven techniques and skills to build sustainable Coalitions and public/private partnerships across health issues in order to achieve collective goals.
The conference will emphasize collaboration as a way to improve immunization protection, prevent disease, increase health access, reduce health disparities, educate new populations, build community health infrastructure, and improve important health outcomes across the lifespan.
The special group room rate of $159 per night will be extended to conference participants throughout the following Memorial Day weekend (2008).
For more information on this conference please go to http://www.sfimmunize.org/.
May 22, 2008
DCU Center, Worcester, MA
The overall goal of the conference is to provide participants with the most current adult immunization information available and encourage them to expand immunization activities in their facilities and communities.
Who Should Attend?
Healthcare providers who are involved with adult immunization in:
Conference Objectives
At the conclusion of this conference, participants will be able to:
For more information please go to http://www.masspro.org/IMMS/events.php
June 3, 2008
Via Teleconference at either 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EDT) or 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
Dr. LJ Tan, Director of Infectious Diseases for the American Medical Association, will provide an update on the current vaccine supply and other information shared during the Influenza Summit.
About the Presenter:
Dr. Tan is the director of infectious diseases for the American Medical Association (AMA). He has served or currently serves on various expert panels on immunization, including ACIP, ACIP’s Adult Immunization and Influenza Working Groups, the Partnership for Prevention’s Expert Panel on “Enhancing Adult Immunization,” various Continuing Medical Education Expert Panels, and the CDC’s Blue Ribbon Panel on Vaccine Safety. He serves on the Immunization Action Coalition’s Scientific Advisory board. He’s delivered many presentations on various issues in immunizations at meetings such as the NVAC’s vaccine supply meeting in 2002, vaccine financing at the Sabin Vaccine Institute Forum on Vaccine Financing. He is also the co-founder of the National Influenza Vaccine Summit and has been co-chair of the National Influenza Vaccine Summit from its inception in 2001.
Registration:
To register for this TA call, please email izta@aed.org with the subject line “Sign me up for the Flu Summit Update on Vaccine Supply at 1:00 PM” or “Sign me up for the Flu Summit Update on Vaccine Supply at 3:00 PM”
June 3 - 4, 2008
Sheraton Istanbul Maslak Hotel, Buyukdere Caddesi, 49, Istanbul, Turkey
Background and Objectives
Rotavirus is the most common cause of diarrheal hospitalizations and deaths among children worldwide. Development of rotavirus vaccines has been a global health priority for many years, and introduction is now becoming a reality in several parts of the world. Decision-makers in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and the Middle East are now considering rotavirus vaccine introduction, and the recent availability of subsidized support from the GAVI Alliance also allows for such consideration in low-income countries of these regions. Clinical trials to demonstrate vaccine efficacy in resource-poor countries of Africa and Asia are in advanced stages and will inform future introduction.
The 8th International Rotavirus Symposium will bring together scientists, clinicians, public health professionals, immunization leaders, vaccine industry representatives, and members of the donor community. The event aims to provide an update on relevant research that will inform public health agendas related to rotavirus gastroenteritis.
Main Session Topics
Participants will discuss the latest research results, trials of new rotavirus vaccines, issues in vaccine policy and introduction, and early post-marketing data on vaccine impact and safety. Scheduled sessions include:
Participants
The target audience includes policymakers, national public health and financial authorities, national immunization program managers, members of pediatric and infectious disease societies, scientists, researchers, representatives of bilateral and multilateral development and financial agencies, and other partners involved in supporting immunization programs.
Because of great enthusiasm and interest from these communities, as well as the manufacturers currently involved in rotavirus vaccine development, 300 to 400 attendees are expected.
Call for posters (deadline: 31 March 2008)
The Scientific Organizing Committee is calling for posters relevant to rotavirus, rotavirus vaccines, and rotavirus vaccine introduction. Please send abstracts to rvpinfo@path.org.
Conference website
Conference updates and other relevant information, including a working agenda and session abstracts, will be posted at www.rotavirus2008.com (under construction).
Conveners
Scientific Organizing Committee
For more information, contact:
Albert B. Sabin Vaccine Institute
1889 F Street, NW, Suite 200S
Washington, DC 20006-4400
Telephone: (202) 842-5025
Fax: (202) 842-7689
Email: sabin@sabin.org
June 3 - 4, 2008
Tentatively Scheduled
Hubert Humphrey Building - Room 800
You will need photo identification, such as your driver's license, for admission to the building. A representative of NVAC will be at the reception desk to assist you. Time is allotted at every meeting for public response and comment.
For more information, go to http://www.dhhs.gov/nvpo/nvac/index.html
or call (202) 690-5566.
June 8 - 12, 2008
Denver, CO
Registration: Opens January 2008
Early-Bird Registration Deadline April 4, 2008
Pre-Conference Registration Deadline May 2, 2008
For more information contact Shundra Clinton at sclinton@cste.org or visit http://www.cste.org/AnnualConference/index08.asp
June 10, 2008
The Hubert Humphrey Building
200 Independence Avenue, SW – Room 800
Washington, DC 20201
More information coming soon. Community meetings begin at 8:30 a.m., adjournment times vary. Visit http://www.hhs.gov/healthit/community/meetings/
for the most up-to-date information on this meeting.
All meetings will be webcast.
To view the webcast please go to: http://www.videocast.nih.gov/.
For technical assistance with the webcast please contact:
Center for Information Technology
National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, Maryland 20892
local (301) 496-4357
toll free (866) 319-4357
TDD (301) 496 8294
Questions and comments on the Community should be directed to:
PHONE: 1-866-505-3500
June 15 - 19, 2008
Colorado Convention Center
Denver, CO
Please join APIC on June 15-19, 2008 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver to take infection prevention and control to the next level - Leading to New Heights!
Why Attend?
LISTEN to and share ideas with infection prevention and control colleagues from around the globe.
LEARN from a broad variety of practical, timely and relevant topics for the beginner, intermediate, and very experienced ICP.
LEAD infection prevention and control into the future with APIC.
Target Audience:
APIC 2008 is designed to meet the educational needs of health care professionals, including ICPs, quality and patient safety professionals, epidemiologists, physicians, nurses, microbiologists, clinical pathologists, laboratory technologists and public health practitioners and other health care professionals whose responsibilities include the prevention of infection.
APIC 2008 Program Goals
After attending this annual conference, the participant will be able to:
Guarantee your participation by clicking on the links below to register now! Registration is now open.
For more information please go to http://conference.apic.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home3&Template=/Templates/TemplateHomepage/conference_1505_20070522T164229_LayoutHomePage.cfm
June 25 - 26, 2008
Tom Harkin Global Communication Center (Building 19)
Room 232, Auditorium B
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
1600 Clifton Road, NE
Final information for this meeting is not yet available. For the latest information on this meeting please check the CDC website at http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/recs/acip/meetings.htm#dates
June 29, 2008
The Hubert Humphrey Building
200 Independence Avenue, SW – Room 800
Washington, DC 20201
More information coming soon. Community meetings begin at 8:30 a.m., adjournment times vary. Visit http://www.hhs.gov/healthit/community/meetings/
for the most up-to-date information on this meeting.
All meetings will be webcast.
To view the webcast please go to: http://www.videocast.nih.gov/.
For technical assistance with the webcast please contact:
Center for Information Technology
National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, Maryland 20892
local (301) 496-4357
toll free (866) 319-4357
TDD (301) 496 8294
Questions and comments on the Community should be directed to:
PHONE: 1-866-505-3500
August 2008
August observation of National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) is a great way to rally local organizations in your immunization education efforts. Communities are encouraged to plan local health screenings or fairs, media events and other related immunization outreach efforts during the month of August to promote the benefits of immunization.
For more information please go to http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/events/niam/default.htm
September 9, 2008
The Hubert Humphrey Building
200 Independence Avenue, SW – Room 800
Washington, DC 20201
More information coming soon. Community meetings begin at 8:30 a.m., adjournment times vary. Visit http://www.hhs.gov/healthit/community/meetings/
for the most up-to-date information on this meeting.
All meetings will be webcast.
To view the webcast please go to: http://www.videocast.nih.gov/.
For technical assistance with the webcast please contact:
Center for Information Technology
National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, Maryland 20892
local (301) 496-4357
toll free (866) 319-4357
TDD (301) 496 8294
Questions and comments on the Community should be directed to:
PHONE: 1-866-505-3500
September 16 - 17, 2008
Tentatively Scheduled
Hubert Humphrey Building - Room 800
You will need photo identification, such as your driver's license, for admission to the building. A representative of NVAC will be at the reception desk to assist you. Time is allotted at every meeting for public response and comment.
For more information, go to http://www.dhhs.gov/nvpo/nvac/index.html
or call (202) 690-5566.
October 11 - 14, 2008
Hynes Convention Center
Boston, MA
The American Academy of Pediatrics' 2008 National Conference & Exhibition in Boston promises the ultimate "AAP experieNCE" for lifelong learners.
For more information go to http://www.aapexperience.org/
October 22 - 23, 2008
Tom Harkin Global Communication Center (Building 19)
Room 232, Auditorium B
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
1600 Clifton Road, NE
Final information for this meeting is not yet available. For the latest information on this meeting please check the CDC website at http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/recs/acip/meetings.htm#dates
October 25 - 28, 2008
Washington Convention Center
Washington, DC
A message from the program committee chairs:
On behalf of the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) and the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) we invite you to participate in the 48th Annual ICAAC/IDSA 46th Annual Meeting, which will be held in Washington, DC, October 25-28, 2008.
Responding to the interest of many of the society's members and attendees, we are pleased to announce this joint meeting of ICAAC and IDSA. The Joint Program Committee has determined the Scientific Categories of the 2008 program with representatives from both organizations appointed in every category. Grants and Awards are expected to be presented as usual by each organization.
The online version of the Call for Abstracts, designed to guide you through the abstract preparation and electronic submission process will be available here beginning January 8, 2008.
The joint meeting of ICAAC and IDSA will be an exciting event and an excellent opportunity for you to interact with and share your work with your colleagues in the Infectious Diseases community. We look forward to welcoming you in Washington.
Scott M. Hammer, M.D.
W. Michael Scheld, M.D.
For more information visit http://www.icaacidsa2008.org/
October 25 - 29, 2008
San Diego Convention Center
San Diego, CA
The APHA Annual Meeting & Exposition is the premier Public Health Educational Forum! Learn from the experts in the field, hear about cutting edge research and exceptional best practices, discover the latest public health products and services, and share your public health experience with your peers. The world of public health is in continual motion, and there is no better time to stay abreast of the research and learn about emerging issues.
The APHA Annual Meeting & Exposition is the oldest and largest gathering of public health professionals in the world, attracting more than 13,000 national and international physicians, administrators, nurses, educators, researchers, epidemiologists, and related health specialists. APHA's meeting program addresses current and emerging health science, policy, and practice issues in an effort to prevent disease and promote health. APHA has a world of public health in store for you.
For more information please go to http://www.apha.org/meetings/
October 28, 2008
The Hubert Humphrey Building
200 Independence Avenue, SW – Room 800
Washington, DC 20201
More information coming soon. Community meetings begin at 8:30 a.m., adjournment times vary. Visit http://www.hhs.gov/healthit/community/meetings/
for the most up-to-date information on this meeting.
All meetings will be webcast.
To view the webcast please go to: http://www.videocast.nih.gov/.
For technical assistance with the webcast please contact:
Center for Information Technology
National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, Maryland 20892
local (301) 496-4357
toll free (866) 319-4357
TDD (301) 496 8294
Questions and comments on the Community should be directed to:
PHONE: 1-866-505-3500
December 9, 2008
The Hubert Humphrey Building
200 Independence Avenue, SW – Room 800
Washington, DC 20201
More information coming soon. Community meetings begin at 8:30 a.m., adjournment times vary. Visit http://www.hhs.gov/healthit/community/meetings/
for the most up-to-date information on this meeting.
All meetings will be webcast.
To view the webcast please go to: http://www.videocast.nih.gov/.
For technical assistance with the webcast please contact:
Center for Information Technology
National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, Maryland 20892
local (301) 496-4357
toll free (866) 319-4357
TDD (301) 496 8294
Questions and comments on the Community should be directed to:
PHONE: 1-866-505-3500
February 3 - 4, 2009
Tentatively Scheduled
Hubert Humphrey Building - Room 800
You will need photo identification, such as your driver's license, for admission to the building. A representative of NVAC will be at the reception desk to assist you. Time is allotted at every meeting for public response and comment.
For more information, go to http://www.dhhs.gov/nvpo/nvac/index.html
or call (202) 690-5566.
June 2 - 3, 2009
Tentatively Scheduled
Hubert Humphrey Building - Room 800
You will need photo identification, such as your driver's license, for admission to the building. A representative of NVAC will be at the reception desk to assist you. Time is allotted at every meeting for public response and comment.
For more information, go to http://www.dhhs.gov/nvpo/nvac/index.html
or call (202) 690-5566.
September 22 - 23, 2009
Tentatively Scheduled
Hubert Humphrey Building - Room 800
You will need photo identification, such as your driver's license, for admission to the building. A representative of NVAC will be at the reception desk to assist you. Time is allotted at every meeting for public response and comment.
For more information, go to http://www.dhhs.gov/nvpo/nvac/index.html
or call (202) 690-5566.