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Responsible Gaming Training and Networking
Tuesday, July 28, 2009 - Wednesday, July 29, 2009 ¤
Riverside, IA
Training Description: What is responsible gaming and how is it promoted in Iowa? Through this training, Dr. Black will discuss the risk factors that underlie the propensity to develop problem gambling. Wes Ehrecke, Iowa Gaming Association, will focus on what IGA and it’s members are doing to proactively promote responsible gaming. We will take a private tour of the casino and hear from an Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission Representative and several casino staff members on how they support these efforts. In addition, a networking opportunity will be provided on the second day in order to discuss the information that was presented and share ideas for prevention of problem gambling.

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Hepatitis C Workshop - Des Moines
Monday, August 31, 2009 ¤
Des Moines , IA
Training Description: Participants will be provided with updated information on: transmission, prevention symptoms and treatment of hepatitis C, diagnosis, progression, and treatment in hepatitis C. Information on resources and education to deliver hepatitis C presentations to local communities and advocating for the needs of people infected with hepatitis C will be shared. Training topics include: The Liver, HCV Diagnostics, HVC Transmission and Prevention, HCV Symptoms, Disease Progression and Disease Management, Medical Treatments for HCV, Alternative and Complementary Therapies.
Target Audience: Health educators, HIV/STD counselors & testers, medical providers, substance abuse counselors, case managers, support group leaders, people living with HCV, other health professionals who will provide education, support and advocacy for people and populations affected by hepatitis C.

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Hepatitis C Workshop - Coralville
Wednesday, September 02, 2009 ¤
Coralville , IA
Training Description: Participants will be provided with updated information on: transmission, prevention symptoms and treatment of hepatitis C, diagnosis, progression, and treatment in hepatitis C. Information on resources and education to deliver hepatitis C presentations to local communities and advocating for the needs of people infected with hepatitis C will be shared. Training topics include: The Liver, HCV Diagnostics, HVC Transmission and Prevention, HCV Symptoms, Disease Progression and Disease Management, Medical Treatments for HCV, Alternative and Complementary Therapies.
Target Audience: Health educators, HIV/STD counselors & testers, medical providers, substance abuse counselors, case managers, support group leaders, people living with HCV, other health professionals who will provide education, support and advocacy for people and populations affected by hepatitis C.

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