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Happy October! It has been a somber start to the month as Appalachia was heavily affected by Hurricane Helene. Many communities in our region are currently struggling with the wreckage that was left in the wake of this natural disaster. However, Appalachians are resilient. Support the region by attending one of the many events in… Continue reading October Events
LMU-DCOM is hosting a 4-hour CME course on Women's Health in conjunction with LMU's annual Homecoming celebration. The course will take place Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 8 a.m. - noon eastern time via Zoom. All presentations will be recorded and available to view on-demand online for one month following the conference. Registration fees vary. Full information… Continue reading Women’s Health Virtual CME Program
Check out the podcast linked below to hear our Director, Wendy Welch, debunk conspiracy theories regarding COVID-19! At the Graduate Medical Education Consortium, we are dedicated to representing Appalachia in national news media outlets and across the globe. https://www.npr.org/2024/09/12/1198909175/throughline-conspiracy-files Sound off in the comments below on how do you think we, as Appalachians, can further… Continue reading Throughline: The Conspiracy Files
Happy (almost) Fall!! As the evenings are getting cooler and college football has returned, take advantage of the turning of the seasons by exploring all that Southwest Virginia has to offer! Fall is one of the most beautiful times of year in the region and this month does not disappoint with its line-up of events.… Continue reading September Events
Happy August! It is the time for salt air and rust on your door (IYKYK). As summer ends and fall quickly approaches, soak up the fleeting warm weather and long days by exploring all that Appalachia has to offer! Festival season continues to be in full swing in Southwest Virginia with AVIBE Festival, the Galax… Continue reading August Events
About the CBT for Anxiety in Pediatric Primary Care Program Course Date: September 5, 2024 - 9am to 5pm EST This program teaches clinicians how to effectively use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to help children and teens who suffer from anxiety. In CBT for Anxiety, participants learn to: Identify and understand the core components… Continue reading Scholarships Available to Attend CBT Pediatric Primary Care Program
Happy July! Celebrate America's independence in Appalachia by attending one of the various celebrations across the region. In addition to July 4th festivities, this month's featured event is a beginner's class on the Appalachian art of canning! More information about this event and much more is linked down below. Lee, Wise, & City of Norton… Continue reading July Events
Happy June! Celebrate the official start of summer with outdoor concerts, festivals, and more. There is no better place to be than in Southwest Virginia! Explore the links below to find the perfect way to spend a summer evening. Lee, Wise, & City of Norton Check out the full calendar below for all the events… Continue reading June Events
April showers bring May flowers! As the evenings get longer, summertime is quickly approaching in Appalachia. Use these extra hours of daylight to enjoy local concerts, art classes, and drinks & trivia with friends! In addition to the usual local events, explore the various world-class festivals that call Appalachia home! Specifically, this month includes Damascus… Continue reading May Events
Breaks Interstate Park October 25-26, 2024 Breaks, VA 24607 Thursday 6-8:30 PM - Reception for residents and leadership pizza! Friday 8-9:00 AM - Anthony Baffoe-Bonnie, MD, FIDSA, Chief, Section of Infectious Diseases, Associate Professor of Medicine, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Medical Director of Infection Prevention and Control, Carilion Clinic: "Mpox and Routine Care: Incorporating Mpox Risk Assessment… Continue reading 2024 ‘Head for the Hills’ – Agenda Now Available!
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