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GPHA Presents Numerous Awards during 2013 Conference
Many hard-working public health employees and advocates were recognized for their efforts in advancing the public’s health during the 2013 GPHA Awards Luncheon. The luncheon was part of the 84th Annual Meeting and Conference held on April 23rd in Atlanta.
Sen. Renee Unterman Named GPHA Legislator of the Year
Georgia State Senator Renee Unterman was named GPHA 2013 Legislator of the Year for her advocacy on behalf of public health issues. Unterman received the award during the GPHA Annual Meeting and Conference on Tuesday, April 23rd in Atlanta. Also during the meeting, the Chief Medical Office of the American Cancer Society addresses attendees, and the new GPHA President was installed.
Atkins Receives 2013 Sellers-McCroan Award
Melissa Atkins, District Epidemiology Program Director from the NW GA Public Health District, has won the 2013 Sellers-McCroan award for her public health advocacy work promoting primary prevention through hand-washing, vaccination and appropriate use of antibiotics.
GPHA Annual Meeting and Conference Begins in Atlanta
The 84th Annual GPHA Meeting and Conference began Monday morning, April 22nd at the Grand Hyatt in Atlanta. GPHA will post conference updates on Facebook, Twitter and Flickr throughout the two-day event.
Registration and Reservation Deadlines Extended
Early bird registration rates and hotel discounts for our Annual Meeting & Conference have been extended! Register by Friday, and reserve your hotel by Sunday to get the best rates. You can register today at the early bird rates, even if you’re not yet ready to make your payment!
Georgia Health Rankings Data
How healthy is your Georgia county, and what factors are impacting the health of people where you live? Some of the answers may lie in the new County Health Rankings & Roadmaps report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.
Now Hiring: District Health Director, LaGrange, GA
The District Health Director will work with community and county public health leaders to develop, implement and address community health issues that affect the residents in the LaGrange district.
Call for Silent Auction Donations
The Georgia Public Health Association will be holding a Silent Auction in conjunction with its 2013 Annual Meeting & Conference taking place on April 22 & 23 in Atlanta, GA. GPHA is looking for donations to include in the onsite auction. All funds raised from bids on auction items will go towards the James W. Alley Memorial Fund.
Conference Workshops: Something for Everyone
We’re excited about the wide range of workshop topics at this year’s conference. No matter your position or passion in the public health sphere, there is something for you.