Safety Is No Accident!
Creating a healthier nation starts with creating a safer nation and that means taking steps to protect neighbors, families and communities from harm. Injuries, unexpected events and violence affect people at home, at work, in their communities, on the move and even at play.
During National Public Health Week 2011, the American Public Health Association (APHA) needs your help to educate Americans that “Safety is No Accident.” Together, we can help Americans live injury-free in all areas of life: at work, at home, at play, in your community and anywhere people are on the move. We all need to do our part to prevent injuries and violence in our communities. Join us as we work together to create a safer and healthier nation. Download and fill out the Exhibitor & Sponsorship Prospectus to become a sponsor!
Conference Highlights
- Download 2011 Conference Brochure
- 2010 Highlights
Keynote Speakers
- Dr. Grant Baldwin, PhD, MPH
Special Events
April 5 Special Events
Local Health Department Managers Meeting--1:00-3:30 pm
The Local Health Department Managers Association will hold their quarterly meeting.
InALBOH Meeting--1:00-3:30 pm
· Learn about InALBOH’s recent and current projects
· Give input for future direction of the association
· Vote new Advisory Board members into office
· Discover how other boards are dealing with today’s challenge
· See how The Guide to Community Preventive Services can improve the health of your commity
· Receive an updated Board of Health Orientation Manual
Indiana Public Health Training Center Launch Party--5:00-7:00 pm
All conference attendees are invited to the new Indiana Public Health Training Center’s launch party. Part of the IU School of Medicine Department of Public Health, the Training Center (formerly the Office of Public Health Practice) offers continuing education, networking, and resources for public health professionals. Come learn about the new Training Center, network with others, and have a good time!
April 6 Special Events
Dr. Stephen J. Jay Award for Leadership in Public Health Award--9:10 am
The idea for this award was initiated by Dr. Lloyd Kolbe, faculty member in the School of HPER in Bloomington, to acknowledge the leadership of Dr. Stephen Jay during his tenure as the inaugural chair of the IU Department of Public Health. This award is presented to an MPH student who exhibits exemplary public health leadership, scholarship and practice resulting in the improvement of public health in Indiana. It is given on a rotating basis between the three MPH Programs at IUPUI, IU Bloomington and Purdue.
Dr. Stephen S. Jay Lecture--9:15-10:15 am
The Dr. Stephen J. Jay lecture series was established in 2007 by the Indiana Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Agency (ITPC) to honor Dr. Stephen J. Jay and his lasting contributions to tobacco control. Dr. Jay is a professor of Medicine and Public Health, Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) and past (founding) chair of the Department of Public Health. He has been a ITPC Executive Board member since the agency was established in 2000. Dr. Jay is a practicing internist/pulmonary specialist and teaches medical and other health sciences to graduate students. He has authored publications in education, health policy, and history journals.
Student Poster Presentation and Contest--8:00 am-4:45 pm
The Indiana Public Health Association and Purdue University are hosting a student poster contest. Students are encouraged to create posters demonstrating research, information, and theories in public health, especially as they relate to the theme of the conference. Abstracts are due by March 20th to www.publichealthconnect.org.
For more information, contact Kate Nicholson at 317.274.3178 or katlnich@iupui.edu.
