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Minors' Health Rights- Accessing Confidential Treatment for HIV/AIDS, Substance Use, and Other Sensitive Health Issues
1/28/20 This free 2-hour webinar explains teenagers’ rights to access confidential healthcare in New York State, and the roles of parents, legal guardians, and the foster care system. The training focuses on common questions that arise in youth HIV testing, prevention, and treatment, and also covers substance use disorder treatment, mental healthcare, and sexual and reproductive healthcare for minors.
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Certified Diabetes Educator Changes to Diabetes Care & Education Specialists
1/27/20 As of January 22, the profession's credential is changed from certified diabetes educator to certified diabetes care and education specialist (CDCES) and the former American Association of Diabetes Educators is now named the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (ADCES). Learn more.
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FDA’s “The Real Cost” Youth E-Cigarette Prevention Campaign is launching a video series
1/24/20 “My Vaping Mistake" features teens’ true stories of the physical and emotional effects of e-cigarette addiction
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Check Out the CDC Vital Signs Report "Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Plan for America".
1/20/20 About 38,000 new HIV infections still occur each year. The US Government recently proposed Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Plan for America to reduce new HIV infections by 90% by 2030. To end transmissions, people should first get tested for HIV so everyone knows whether or not they have it. .Learn more in the newest edition of CDC Vital Signs.
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Valtoco (Diazepam Nasal Spray) Approved as Rescue Therapy for Seizures
1/15/20 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Valtoco® (diazepam nasal spray). This is a new seizure medicine designed to treat periods of frequent seizures or cluster seizures that are distinct from the person’s usual seizure pattern.. Learn more.
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Supporting Students Recovering from Concussion Return to Learn Webinars
1/14/20 Brain Injury Association of NYS (BIANYS) is offering free webinars on supporting students recovering from concussions.
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Webinar: Vaping and Adolescents: The new public health crisis
This webinar will provide an overview of the medical complications, treatment modalities, and school interventions
