Nicotine meetings & conferences

North American Quitline Consortium Conference 2012

It is with great pleasure that NAQC invites all members and others dedicated to improving the effectiveness of and access to quitline services to register for our upcoming conference. NAQC Conference 2012, QUITLINE INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY: Exploring Strategies and Seizing Opportunities in Challenging Times, will take place August 13th and 14th in Kansas City, Missouri as an ancillary meeting to the National Conference on Tobacco or Health.

The promotion and delivery of quality, evidence-based quitline services in the midst of difficult fiscal climates, ongoing healthcare reforms, shifting policy landscapes and an ever-growing demand for cessation services remains a critical priority for the entire quitline community and our partners. NAQC Conference 2012 will be the only North American conference to focus solely on building the capacity of the quitline community to improve the availability and quality of its services while responding to these mounting challenges and opportunities.

CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES

To engage in discussions with colleagues and experts from the quitline community, as well as guests from broader tobacco control and chronic disease areas, with a focus on factors that impact on the effectiveness and reach of quitlines;

To develop concrete strategies for addressing changes in needs, funding, the political landscape and technologies that may transform quitline practice, protocols and our common research agenda;

To strengthen the quitline community’s knowledge and application of best and promising practices;

To participate in the generation of new research questions informed by dialogue about current experience from the quitline practice community, findings from the research community and issues important to partners in tobacco control, chronic diseases and health systems; and

To celebrate 20 years of quitlines in North America and focus on answering important questions about the future of our work.

Sessions will address current challenges, identifying strategies to address operational and implementation roadblocks and the translation of recent research and evaluation findings into improved strategies, practices and services.

Family-Based Prevention Conference

June 8-10, 2012 Ljubljana, Slovenia

The Family-Based Prevention Conference 2012 will be held in Ljubljana, Slovenia. This exciting event will bring together experts from around the world to exchange information on the latest research, policy and practice on promoting effective family-based preventive interventions and positive parenting.

The Family-Based Prevention Conference 2012 will focus on the wide range of issues that affect the physical and mental health and well-being of families. This includes: alcohol, tobacco and illicit drug use; violence and anti-social behaviour; parenting skills; parenting styles; family-based preventive interventions, practices and policies; and family legislation.

The conference is interdisciplinary, bringing together individuals from a wide range of fields to help develop understanding of family-based prevention and hence promote evidence-based and evaluated prevention interventions in families around the world.

The Family-Based Prevention Conference 2012 is hosted by Institute for Research and Development “Utrip” (Slovenia) and Lutra Group (USA).

Contact us

For further information:

Inštitut Utrip
Trubarjeva 13,1290 Grosuplje
SI-Slovenia

mobitel: +386(0)31/880-520
mail: info@institut-utrip.si
webpage: www.institut-utrip.si

12th Symposium on Minorities, the Medically Underserved & Health Equity

June 27 - July 1, 2012 Houston, Texas

The goals of the Biennial Symposium series are to:

Exchange the latest scientific and treatment information and to share strategies for reducing the disproportionate incidence of cancer morbidity and mortality among minorities and the medically underserved;

Increase the awareness and enhance the competence of health care providers, researchers, laypersons and survivors in the areas of primary and secondary cancer prevention, early detection and treatment;

Promote culturally competent cancer care and services and ethnically balanced research, especially clinical trials;

Ensure that underserved populations are selectively targeted in the evolution of the Health Care Reform Act;

Provide a comprehensive approach to the issue of health disparities. Provide attendees with a broad knowledge base related to a biopsychosocial approach in addressing health disparities.

THEME
“Empowering Communities in the Era of Health Care Reform.”

OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of the 12th Symposium, participants should be able to:

Summarize the most current scientific information available about specific cancers and chronic diseases of particular concern in minority and medically underserved communities, including the impact of certain health and lifestyle factors;

Discuss and demonstrate the importance and promotion of cancer and chronic disease prevention, early detection, timely and quality treatment, supportive and palliative care, and end of life issues;

Effectively communicate best- or emerging practices which build community capacity to:

Advocate for new programs and policies to improve access to cancer and chronic disease preventive, screening, treatment and survivorship services; and

Build and maintain effective partnerships and networks to prevent and control chronic disease in disparity populations;

Empower participants with knowledge, skills and connections to enhance their work with communities;

Identify and access national and local organizations engaged in cancer- and chronic disease-related activities; and
Introduce community and state-level resources and available funding to reduce chronic disease and health disparities.

TARGET AUDIENCE

Cancer survivors, community-based organizations (CBOs), specialists, family physicians, and scientists interested or involved in community-based cancer prevention and control programs for minorities and the medically underserved

Students from minority or medically underserved communities seeking careers in cancer research and health care

Community leaders, chaplains, business executives, educators, hospitals and clinic administrators, government and voluntary health agency program directors responsible for health promotion and disease prevention for persons who are at higher risk of cancer or other diseases due to economic, cultural, geographic, political, social, medical or other barriers

National or local advocates for cancer survivors and the medically underserved; elected, appointed, or career government officials, public or private opinion leaders involved in biomedical research and health care reform policy

Primary care, community and family physicians, oncologists, nurses, allied health professionals, health educators, community health workers, dietitians, social workers and other persons involved in the cancer care continuum

Contact
Phone: 713-563-2764
Fax: 713-563-2765
Email: icc-symposium@uh.edu (general)
icc-abstracts@mdanderson.org (abstracts)
Mailing Address: University of Houston
Graduate College of Social Work-ICC
110HA Social Work Building, Box #49
Houston, TX 77204-4013

National Conference on Tobacco or Health

Wednesday, August 15, 2012 - Friday, August 17, 2012 Kansas City, Missouri

Conference Purpose
The purpose of the National Conference on Tobacco or Health is to help improve and sustain the effectiveness and reach of tobacco control programs and activities in the United States.

Who Should Attend

Tobacco control professionals, researchers, and anyone interested in:

· Learning the latest evidence on what works in tobacco control and how to apply current research findings and best practices in tobacco control policy, advocacy and programs

· Learning practical ways to improve tobacco control programs and activities

· Renewing energy and commitment to tobacco control

· Exchanging valuable ideas and tips with colleagues

Whether your interest lies in prevention, cessation, or research; whether you are a student, program manager, or seasoned advocate; and whether you work at the local, state, or national level, the 2012 National Conference will have something for you!

Contacts

General Information
information@desainc.com
(803) 743-1130

Registration
registration@desainc.com
(803) 743-1130

International Nurses Society on Addictions (IntNSA) 2012 Annual Educational Conference

September 5-8, 2012 Washington, DC

This conference focuses on the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for any nurse who cares for persons with substance use, abuse and addictions. This conference has a special focus on the evidence-based approach to universally screen and identify substance use among persons in diverse healthcare settings. Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) - is ranked among the highest prevention priority worldwide and has demonstrated effectiveness in reducing risky substance use and related consequences including injuries, illnesses and hospital re-admissions. In 2012, these clinical strategies will be optional mandates for hospitals accredited by or seeking accreditation from the Joint Commission.

The International Nurses Society on Addictions (IntNSA) is a professional specialty organization founded in 1975 for nurses committed to the prevention, interventions treatment and management of addictive disorders, including alcohol and other drug dependencies, nicotine dependencies, co-occurring disorders as well as process addictions such as gambling.

IntNSA’s Vision is to be a global leader in addictions nursing. IntNSA’s Mission is to advance excellence in nursing care for the prevention and treatment of addictions for diverse populations across all practice settings through advocacy, collaboration, education, research and policy development. The organization’s goal is to help nurses provide comprehensive, high-quality nursing care for addicted patients and their families.

International Nurses Society on Addictions
P.O. Box 14846
Lenexa, KS 66285-4846

Toll Free: (877) 6-INTNSA (646-8672)
Fax: (913) 895-4652
intnsa@intnsa.org

2012 UICC World Cancer Congress

August 27-30, 2012 Montreal, Canada

The 2012 UICC World Cancer Congress will focus on providing education and training opportunities throughout the programme including interactive meetings, forums, workshops and sessions.

Connecting for Global Impact

The theme for the 2012 UICC World Cancer Congress is Connecting for Global Impact – and highlights the need for continued support and momentum in translating the benefits of knowledge gained through research and practice to those living with and affected by cancer.

UICC believes this can be achieved through global actions, which will result through connections and partnerships made through the international cancer control community at the Congress.

The 2012 Congress will provide education and training opportunities throughout the programme including plenary, interactive sessions, meetings, forums, workshops and symposia. The programme consists of four tracks each directly linked to one or more of the World Cancer Declaration targets and representing the many different segments of the cancer control participants.

Track 1: Prevention and early detection (including tobacco control)
The standard definition of primary and secondary prevention sets the scope for this track, methods targetting behavioural risk factors as well as underlying factors such as social and economic disadvantage will be explored in these sessions. Tobacco control is a vital and specialised aspect of cancer control, and is an established field with knowledge and experience that can be transferred to other risk factors. Including tobacco control in a broader sense will facilitate an important exchange between participants with the goal of improving prevention outcomes for all risk factors.

Session topics include:
- Digital media in cancer prevention and tobacco control
- Countering the tobacco industry
- Education and communication for tobacco control
- Plain packaging
- Diet, physical activity and cancer risk
- Food policy interventions
- Bowel cancer screening
- Cervical cancer prevention and screening
- Alcohol and cancer

Who should attend? Professionals in cancer control, research and programme implementation who wish to expand their knowledge on new prevention and early detection strategies.

Track 2: Cancer care and survivorship
This track includes proven medical treatment of the disease in the context of a desire to provide active treatment and comprehensive care for those affected by cancer, including measures to improve side-effects of treatment, psychosocial assessment and support and rehabilitation. This track will explore in depth what ‘survivorship’ means to people affected by cancer, what they want and need, how the health system can meet those needs, and what survivors themselves can contribute.

Session topics include:
- Costs of cancer
- Improving the patient journey
- Telepathology
- Oncogeriatrics
- International responses to cancer survivorship
- Personalised therapy
- Social media in cancer care and support

Who should attend? Individuals engaged in cancer care including researchers, healthcare professionals, volunteers, patient support teams, advocacy groups, cancer networks and survivors.

Track 3: Palliation and pain control
As over one third of patients die within 5 years of a diagnosis (even in the most advanced health systems), dying, and humane methods to ease the psychological and physical burden of impending death will be explored, as will the challenges (and benefits) of an early introduction of palliative care into the patient’s journey. In terms of equity, giving palliation and pain control importance helps address the inequity arising in resource-constrained countries where end of life interventions are often all that can be offered.

Session topics include:
- Global access to pain relief
- International efforts in palliative care
- Advances in cancer pain assessment and management
- Strategies for improving global palliative care
- Media and advocacy for global pain relief
- Pain relief as a human right
- Paediatric cancer pain

Who should attend? Professionals and volunteers engaged in palliative care, symptom and pain control.

Track 4: Systems in cancer control
Emphasising systems solutions builds upon the theme of the 2010 Congress -‘Systems to make it happen’ - and is a priority for those who wish to make an impact at a community level to improve the access to care. A broad definition of the term ‘system’ will be used to allow for the discussion of issues, and solutions for improving national, regional and local health systems. Surveillance systems, including cancer registries, and population risk factor monitoring will be a key focus, as will how to advocate for the cancer cause, creating an infrastructure around fundraising and the distribution of resources.

Session topics include:
- Global surveillance of survival
- Partnerships for prevention
- Cancer registration in low and middle income countries
- Workforce solutions
- Cancer control in indigenous populations
- Advocacy for cancer control
- Legal strategies in cancer control

Who should attend? Cancer control researchers and programme implementers. Professionals and volunteers, engaged in programme monitoring and evaluation, fundraising, advocacy, policy work or governance will also find value in attending.

15th World Conference on Lung Cancer

October 27-31, 2012 Sydney, Australia

At the 15th World Conference on Lung Cancer our objectives are to:

• Enhance tobacco control and smoking cessation
• Identify effective global lung cancer prevention strategies
• Understand risk stratification for screening and early detection
• Utilise optimal biopsy and molecular testing strategies to support individualized care
• Optimize cost-effective imaging for diagnosis, staging and follow-up
• Describe best practice multi-disciplinary management and identify barriers to its implementation
• Appreciate emerging technologies and recent advances in treatment for lung cancer
• Highlight optimal symptom relief and palliation strategies for thoracic cancers
• Practice survivorship and support strategies

CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT

International Conference Services Ltd.
Suite 2101 - 1177 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, BC Canada V6E 2K3
Phone: +1 604 681 2153
Fax: +1 604 681 1049
Email: WCLC2013@icsevents.com

Conference Manager: Grit Schoenherr

3rd International Congress on Abdominal Obesity

July 9-12, 2012 Québec City, Québec, Canada

The 3rd International Congress on Abdominal Obesity (ICAO 2012) is a highly anticipated event that will build on the success of last year’s Congress, held in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The Congress’s primary objective is to bring together medical professionals from all specialties to exchange ideas and information and raise awareness of abdominal obesity as a new modifiable risk factor which, along with traditional risk factors, plays a central role in this new concept of global cardiometabolic risk.

This relatively new Congress’s innovative multidisciplinary approach has facilitated the development of a new medical paradigm, whereby complications as hypertension, dyslipidemia, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease are no longer evaluated and treated in isolation.

We look forward to seeing you in Québec City, Québec, Canada, for what promises to be an exciting and cutting edge gathering of medical professionals of varied interests and backgrounds.

Abstract Topics

Abdominal Obesity/Body Fat Distribution
Acute Coronary Syndromes
Adipokines
Adipose Tissue
Cardiometabolic Risk
Cardiovascular Disease
Childhood Obesity
Clinical Cardiology
Clinical Trials
Diabetes
Ectopic Fat
Epidemiology
Ethnicity
Gender Differences
Genetics
Hypertension
Inflammation
Insulin Resistance
Interventional Cardiology
Lipids/Lipoproteins
Metabolic Syndrome
Nutrition
Obesity
Pathophysiology/Basic Science/Animal Studies
Pathophysiology/Clinical Science/Human Studies
Physical Activity/Exercise
Prevention
Smoking
Steroid Hormones
Thrombosis

Contact Us

Kenes International
1-3 Rue de Chantepoulet
PO Box 1726
CH-1211 Geneva 1, Switzerland
Tel: +41 22 908 0488
Fax: +41 22 906 9140
Email: icao@kenes.com

Society for Prevention Research 20th Annual Meeting Promoting Healthy Living Through Prevention Science

May 29 – June 1, 2012 Washington, DC

Join your colleagues for the most important prevention science conference of the year! The Society for Prevention Research (SPR) 20th Annual Meeting will take place in Washington, DC at the Hyatt Regency Washington, May 29-June 1, 2012.

The Society for Prevention Research envisions a wellness-oriented society in which evidenced-based programs and policies are continuously applied to improve the health and well being of its citizens, fostering positive human development and citizens who lead productive lives, in caring relationships with others.

The SPR Annual Meeting provides a unique opportunity to advance this vision by providing a centrally integrated forum for the exchange of new concepts, methods, and results from prevention research and related public health fields; and by providing a forum for the communication between scientists, public policy leaders and practitioners concerning the implementation of evidence-based preventive interventions in all areas of public health.

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet and network with more than 800 researchers, policy-makers and practitioners from the U.S. and abroad at the premiere meeting for prevention science!

If you have any questions about the SPR Annual Meeting, please contact Jennifer Lewis, Executive Director, at 703-934-4850 ext. 213 or jenniferlewis@preventionresearch.org.