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Forthcoming Events Society for General Microbiology 163rd Meeting, Trinity College Dublin SOFHT Event This popular course run by Dr John Simmons and hosted by SOFHT will provide the information and advice necessary to implement and manage a pest control contract successfully. It is designed for those associated with managing pest control contracts or auditing systems. Beyond Pathways to Work: Health, Work and Well-Being, Royal Society of Medicine, London Free Members' Event Colin Hayes will cover issues relating to food, exercise and diet including how different foods work with various types of exercise, the role of supplements and lifestyle choices. Understanding Health Improvement, Level 2 - Open training course (Tutor: Colin Hayes) The Royal Institute of Public Health is running a series of training events Level 2 Award in Understanding Health Improvement which has been developed with the support of the UK Department of Health. They will be of particular interest to organisations wishing to have a designated health trainer / champion. For a booking form or more information, please contact Tony Varey at the RIPH, T 020 7291 8350 E: tvarey@riph.org.uk Health Protection 2008: Organised by Health Protection Agency SOFHT Event The Society will be holding another Mock Trial at which an actual case will be used to provide delegates with a chance to watch, learn, and at the end, to give their own verdict on the outcome. By holding Mock Trials, SOFHT is providing you with an opportunity to see at first-hand how the process works and how Barristers can question representatives from both sides. Understanding NHS Strategy - taking forward the policy changes Una O’Brien is the Department of Health Director of Strategy and sits on the main Board of the NHS. This will be a unique opportunity to listen to and question the ideas that emerge from the Darzi review and the NHS Operating Plan. The Annual IPS Conference, 'Infection Prevention 2008' - 'Inform, Promote and Sustain' Doctors should do as they are told - Myth or reality Association of Clinical Microbiologists Autumn 2008 Scientific Meeting The preliminary programme of the ACM Autumn 2008 Scientific Meeting includes speakers on topics such as norovirus, campylobacter, rotaviruses, Clostridium difficile and Crohn’s Disease. Both scientific and clinical aspects of each topic will be considered, and the event will be of interest to Clinical Microbiologists, Biomedical Scientists and our medical colleagues in microbiology and infectious diseases. The Professional Issues highlight this meeting is Dr Graham Beastall, Past President of The Association for Clinical Biochemistry and former Vice President of the Royal College of Pathologists, who will be attending the meeting to give an update on Modernising Scientific Careers and its implications for clinical microbiology. As ever, CPD accreditation from both the Royal College of Pathologists and The Institute of Biomedical Science has been applied for. Registration for this one-day event is £25 for ACM members, £45 for IBMS members and £50 for non-ACM/IBMS members, and a preliminary programme and registration information is available on the ACM website Promoting Health and Preventing Illness 2008 is a defining year for health promotion and illness prevention. We are moving into an era with 'increased focus on prevention of ill health and partnership working to improve health of local populations’, Lord Darzi’s Next Stage Review, June 2008. Sex in the North This conference aims to inform and educate about the latest advances in Sexual Health and Medicine affecting the whole community - from childhood and adolescence onwards to more mature age groups of both sexes. Subjects covered include the topical debate on HPV vaccination, the controversial male menopause and the intricacies of sexual desire. By the end of the day, attendees will have a greater understanding of the main current sex topics that involve us all in modern society. For more information and to register on line please visit the Royal Society of Medicine website Scottish Primary Health Care - Conference and Exhibition SOFHT Lecture, Annual Luncheon & SOFHT Awards 2008 Our high profile Speaker - Justin King, Chief Executive of Sainsbury’s has agreed to present the SOFHT Lecture entitled ‘Exceeding Customer Expectations for Healthy, Safe, Fresh and Tasty Food’. We are delighted the bespoke menu this year has been designed by Celebrity Chef Brian Turner. Mick Miller, an original from the “Comedians” TV show will bring a highly humorous conclusion to the formalities of the day. This prestigious event is renowned for being a professional, worthwhile and enjoyable day. Ideal for inviting customers for both the food relevant lecture and social aspects but also serves as a perfect forum for meeting industry colleagues and networking. Understanding Health Improvement, Level 2 - Open training course (Tutor: Jennifer Archer) The Royal Institute of Public Health is running a series of training events Level 2 Award in Understanding Health Improvement which has been developed with the support of the UK Department of Health. They will be of particular interest to organisations wishing to have a designated health trainer / champion. For a booking form or more information, please contact Tony Varey at the RIPH, T: 020 7291 8350 E: tvarey@riph.org.uk Workforce Management, One George Street, London As the government seeks to address an issue which remains high on its agenda, delegates at this event will have the opportunity to learn of the main measures to manage and reduce absenteeism, promoting general health and well-being and in turn improve productivity and competitive edge for organisations. A consultation event on the Draft BS 8550 |