Northwest Area Health Education Center

NORTHWEST AHEC IS CELEBRATING 50 YEARS https://lnkd.in/eX6AXhdn Northwest Area Health Education Center (AHEC) celebrates 50 years in 2024. Since 1974, we have served as a primary resource for educational activities and services with a focus on primary care in rural communities and those with less access to resources. We provide advanced training to healthcare professionals and students to recruit, train and retain the workforce needed to create a healthy North Carolina.

?? Calling all oncology professionals! ?? Join us in Asheville, May 1-3, 2025, for the Charles L. Spurr Piedmont Oncology Symposium—a premier event designed for physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals in hematology and oncology. ?? Learn from expert faculty ?? Earn 10 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits? & 10 Nursing Contact Hours ?? Engage in interactive case-based learning ?? May 1-3, 2025 | Renaissance? Asheville Downtown Hotel ? Register now, read more on our blog! #OncologyEducation #MedicalSymposium #CancerCare #HealthcareContinuingEducation https://hubs.la/Q03bKl4l0

Mark your calendars tomorrow, March 13 from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM for the 7th Annual NC AHEC Statewide Celebration of Rural Health Nursing Conference. We'll gather virtually to celebrate and learn about the vital role of nursing in rural healthcare. This year’s theme is “Bridging the Gaps to Improve Access to Care,” and our focus will be on statewide healthcare resources and exploring pathways to enhance access to care for patients and families. Celebrate #Nursing Rural#Health Care Sign up now! https://lnkd.in/eXr3XH-7

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Early Detection SAVES LIVES https://hubs.la/Q03bt36m0

HIPAA and Heath Departments: 2025 Critical Updates https://hubs.la/Q03bgWHy0

Important Update for NCTracks Users! ?? Missed the latest NC Medicaid/NC AHEC Office Hours? Here’s what you need to know: ?? Starting in 2025, user login will require multi-factor authentication (MFA) in phases. Don't wait for the email—update your login now! ?? If you're changing ownership, notify us at least 30 days in advance. ?? Stay informed! Check out the slides from the session for more insights. #NCTracks #MFA #HealthCareUpdates https://hubs.la/Q039VxSZ0

??? Join us for a vital conference focused on enhancing care for high-risk infants! Learn essential management techniques, from proactive sepsis management to supporting substance-exposed infants. ?? ?? Earn 4.0 nursing contact hours and gain insights from expert speakers from renowned institutions. ?? Registration: $80 Individual | $70 Group (3+) ?? Don’t miss out! Check out the program brochure for details and register today! #Healthcare #Neonatology #NursingConference #HighRiskInfants https://hubs.ly/Q039J3x00

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?? Upcoming Webinar: Appetite Awareness Training for Binge and Overeating ?? Did you know that 31.8% of North Carolina residents meet the criteria for obesity? Binge and overeating significantly contribute to this issue, increasing the risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and various cancers. This live webinar will provide clinicians with valuable tools to support clients in managing their eating behaviors and improving self-care. ?? Date: March 25th ? Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM ?? Cost: Only $50 to register! ?? Earn 2 Credit Hours from Northwest AHEC What you’ll learn: ? Factors that may increase binge and overeating in low-income and racial/ethnic minority clients ? Effective questions to guide eating behavior assessments ? Appetite Awareness Training (AAT) and specific interventions to reduce binge eating and overeating, and prevent weight gain This program is perfect for behavioral health and human service professionals such as psychologists, social workers, counselors, addiction specialists, and others interested in this important topic. ?? Register Now: https://hubs.la/Q039vwkL0 #AppetiteAwareness #BingeEating #Overeating #MentalHealth #HealthProfessionals #ProfessionalDevelopment #ObesityAwareness #WeightManagement Check out our full lineup of - Spring Behavioral Health Webinars! https://hubs.la/Q039vw-_0

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