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Weather Note: The conference is scheduled to go on as planned. If the weather forces a cancellation, the information will be posted here by 5:30 pm December 3, 2007. We will also contact as many people as possible.
Understanding and Living Well with Viral Hepatitis in Maine An Educational Conference
8 am - 4 pm Augusta Civic Center, Augusta, Maine |
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What?
“Understanding and Living Well with Viral Hepatitis” is Maine’s first educational conference on viral hepatitis. Viral hepatitis refers to a group of viruses that make your liver swell and stop it from working correctly. People can get infected with viral hepatitis A, B, C, D or E. A healthy liver is important because the liver does many things to keep you alive. The purpose of this conference is to educate people about viral hepatitis, to learn steps on how to reduce further harm to the liver, and how to stay healthy. The conference will address stigma and will provide networking opportunities for people interested in this topic.
Who Should Attend?
People at-risk for, infected with or affected by Viral Hepatitis, including family members and care givers Social Service and Medical Professionals Anyone interested in learning more!
Continuing Education Credits
AdCare Educational Institute of Maine, is a recognized sponsor of continuing education activities by the Maine State Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors. This program is approved for 6 credit hours (.6 CEU’s). General Attendance Certificate for 6 hours.
Applications have been made and are pending approval to:The Maine Board of Social Worker Licensure The National Commission for Health Education Credentialing
Information About Viral Hepatitis
In Maine, an estimated 23,000 people have evidence of infection with the hepatitis C virus and an estimated 4,000 people have hepatitis B virus infection. Many people are unaware they are infected. Hepatitis B and C are spread from person to person when blood from an infected person enters the body of a person who is not infected.Some reasons to get tested for Hepatitis B
If you have: had sex with an infected person without using a condom; shared drugs, needles or works when shooting drugs; a history of needlesticks, or sharps exposure on the job; or a mother who has hepatitis B infection. Ask your health care provider for a hepatitis B test if this applies to you.Some reasons to get tested for Hepatitis C
If you have: ever injected drugs, even one time; received a blood or solid organ transplant prior to 1992; a history of undiagnosed liver problems; or if you are a recipient of clotting factors made before 1987. Ask your health care provider for a hepatitis C test if this applies to you.
Sponsored By:
Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Center for Disease Control and Prevention, HIV, STD and Viral Hepatitis Program
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For More Information:
Heidi Rioux AdCare Educational Institute of ME, Inc Phone 626-3615 - Fax 621-2550 - TTY 623-0830 heidirioux@neias.org |
Non-Discrimination Notice
The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, age, or national origin, in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services, or activities, or its hiring or employment practices. This notice is provided as required by Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and in accordance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Maine Human Rights Act and Executive Order Regarding State of Maine Contracts for Services. Questions, concerns, complaints or requests for additional information regarding the ADA may be forwarded to the DHHS ADA Compliance/EEO Coordinators, #11 State House Station, Augusta, Maine 04333, 207-287-4289 (V), or 287-3488 (V)1-888-577-6690 (TTY). Individuals who need auxiliary aids for effective communication in program and services of DHHS are invited to make their needs and preferences known to one of the ADA Compliance/EEO Coordinators. This notice is available in alternate formats, upon request.
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