ANNOUNCEMENT: HEALTH CANADA HEALTH PROMOTION DAYS
by Lydia Neilson
Dear Friends:
I just wanted to let you be aware that on the Health Canada website on its Calendar of health promotion Days, you will find May 12 marked as Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Awareness Day.
To view, go to: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ahc-asc/calend/index-eng.php
Lydia
Lydia E. Neilson, M.S.M. , Founder
Chief Executive Officer
NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK
512 - 33 Banner Road
Nepean, ON K2H 8V7 Canada
Tel. 613.829.6667
Fax 613.829.8518
Email: mefmaction(a)ncf.ca
www.mefmaction.com
NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK - HOST OF THE IACFS/ME INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH & CLINICAL CONFERENCE - OTTAWA, CANADA
SEPTEMBER 22 - 25, 2011
Visit: www.iacfsme.org
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ANNOUNCEMENT: OTTAWA 2011 CONFERENCE AGENDAS
by Lydia Neilson
IACFS/ME BIENNUEL CONFERENCE
Hosted by the NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK
Translating Evidence into Practice
September 22-25, 2011 • Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
AGENDA
Conference Highlights
Latest Research on XMRV/MLVs
The case FOR Human Gamma Retroviruses (HGRV) in CFS/ME
The case AGAINST Human Gamma Retroviruses (HGRV) in CFS/ME
Debate
· F Fibromyalgia: Are Tender Points Necessary?
Research
· New findings: Blood XMRV Working Group on Blood Safety
· Latest findings
o immunology
o virology
o genomics
o brain and neuroendocrine function
o pediatrics
o exercise physiology
Clinical Practice Sessions
· Difficult Clinical Cases
· IACFS/ME Clinical Practice Guidelines: A New Primer
Professional Workshops
· Treating Sleep, Pain and Fatigue in ME/CFS Patients
· Fibromyalgia Theory, Assessment and Practice
· Behavioral Assessment and Treatment of ME/CFS
· Pediatrics and CFS/ME
· Exercise Intolerance: Guide to Management and Treatment
· How to Apply for Grants
It is anticipated that this event will be accredited for continuing medical education for Category 1 CME (physicians), CNE for nurses, and CPE for pharmacists.
Patient Agenda – September 22nd, 2011
Patient Conference Highlights
New Developments in Possible Causes of ME/CFS
New Research on What Helps People Cope with ME/CFS
Fibromyalgia: Current Status
Breakout Session: For parents of children with ME/CFS
Legal Aspects of Disability
Latest Research on the Pathophysiology of ME/CFS
Effective Management of Activity Intolerance
New Developments in Pharmacologic Treatments
Invited Speakers:
Anthony Komaroff, MD
Nancy Klimas, MD
Leonard A. Jason, MD
Charles Lapp, MD
Lucinda Bateman, MD
Rosamund Vallings, MB, BS
Hugh Scher (Attorney)
Annette Whittemore, WPI
For further information and registration for the conferences, please visit: http://www.iacfsme.org
Lydia
Lydia E. Neilson, M.S.M. , Founder
Chief Executive Officer
NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK
512 - 33 Banner Road
Nepean, ON K2H 8V7 Canada
Tel. 613.829.6667
Fax 613.829.8518
Email: mefmaction(a)ncf.ca
www.mefmaction.com
NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK - HOST OF THE IACFS/ME INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH & CLINICAL CONFERENCE - OTTAWA, CANADA
SEPTEMBER 22 - 25, 2011
Visit: www.iacfsme.org
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ANNOUNCEMENT: OTTAWA 2011 CONFERENCE DETAILS
by Lydia Neilson
ANNOUNCEMENT
RE: 10TH INTERNATIONAL IACFS/ME RESEARCH & CLINICAL CONFERENCE –
TRANSLATING EVIDENCE INTO PRACTICE
SEPTEMBER 22ND – 25TH, 2011
OTTAWA, CANADA
HOSTED BY THE NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
FOR DETAILS, PLEASE VISIT:
http://www.iacfsme.org Home Page
Lydia
Lydia E. Neilson, M.S.M. , Founder
Chief Executive Officer
NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK
512 - 33 Banner Road
Nepean, ON K2H 8V7 Canada
Tel. 613.829.6667
Fax 613.829.8518
Email: mefmaction(a)ncf.ca
www.mefmaction.com
NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK - HOST OF THE IACFS/ME INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH & CLINICAL CONFERENCE - OTTAWA, CANADA
SEPTEMBER 22 - 25, 2011
Visit: www.iacfsme.org
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REMINDER - UPCOMING MEDICAL CONFERENCE IN CALGARY
by Lydia Neilson
Relevant to MDs, nurses, PTs, OTs, pharmacists & psychologists
Diagnosis and Treatment of Myalgic Encephalomytlitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome:
The Basics and Beyond
Dr. Daniel Peterson MD
· Internationally renowned clinician/researcher with 27 years experience in ME/CFS
· Co Author of the Canadian Consensus Criteria for ME/CFS
· Co Author of XMRV in ME/CFS study
Dr. Logan Chamberlain PhD
· Author "What the Labels won't tell you. A consumer Guide to Herbal Supplements" Presenting Herbal and CAM approaches to ME/CFS
Case Consultation and Networking Dinner
Friday April 29th, 2011
Accredited CME program for Medical Practitioners
Saturday April 30, 2011 9am - 5 pm
RCPSC up to 2.5 hour Category 3 Credit + up to 3.5 hours Category 1 Credit
CPFC up to 2.5 hour MAINPRO C Credit + up to 3.5 hours MAINPRO M1 Credit
Public Lecture
Sunday May 1, 2011 1:30 - 4:30 pm
all events at the Blackfoot Inn, Calgary
Full registration information at www.mefmaction.net scroll down the page
Or contact: Dr. Ellie Stein at: Ph: 403 287-9941 espc(a)shaw.ca
100% of profits will be donated to the ME-FM Action Network, a Federal Charity
Lydia
Lydia E. Neilson, M.S.M. , Founder
Chief Executive Officer
NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK
512 - 33 Banner Road
Nepean, ON K2H 8V7 Canada
Tel. 613.829.6667
Fax 613.829.8518
Email: mefmaction(a)ncf.ca
www.mefmaction.com
NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK - HOST OF THE IACFS/ME INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH & CLINICAL CONFERENCE - OTTAWA, CANADA
SEPTEMBER 22 - 25, 2011
Visit: www.iacfsme.org
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Ottawa 2011 IACFS/ME research and clinical conference
by Lydia Neilson
Dear Sir/Madam:
The National ME/FM Action Network has just produced a new brochure which is a 3-fold panel highlighting the conference, and what it can accomplish, a donation request and a some information about Ottawa.
If you are interested in receiving a brochure, either electronically or by mail, please let me know and I will do so. Your assistance would be very much appreciated. If possible, may we ask for your help in distributing this brochure. We will shortly be in a position to announce the Agenda and the registration details.
Thank you so much for your support.
Lydia
Lydia E. Neilson, M.S.M. , Founder
Chief Executive Officer
NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK
512 - 33 Banner Road
Nepean, ON K2H 8V7 Canada
Tel. 613.829.6667
Fax 613.829.8518
Email: mefmaction(a)ncf.ca
www.mefmaction.net
NATIONAL ME/FM ACTION NETWORK - HOST OF THE IACFS/ME INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH & CLINICAL CONFERENCE - OTTAWA, CANADA
SEPTEMBER 22 - 25, 2011
Visit: www.iacfsme.org
13 years