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Winnipeg hosts 1st annual Public Health Agency of Canada Research Forum
WINNIPEG, March 21 /CNW Telbec/ - Everything from Avian influenza to
Zoonotic disease is "under the microscope" at the first annual Public Health
Agency of Canada (PHAC) Research Forum being held in Winnipeg, March 20-21,
2006.
The Agency has brought together staff from different parts of the
organization to share and discuss their research as they learn about recent
advancements in the dynamic field of Public Health. "Knowledge generated
through research improves policy-making, program development and day-to-day
practices," noted Minister of Health, Tony Clement. "The better informed we
are, the better decisions we will make. Keeping informed of constant
developments in the field of public health is essential for Public Health
Agency of Canada staff."
The two-day event features guest speakers presenting on key initiatives
and public health activities. Topics include Web-driven Tools for
Surveillance, Alerting, and Communication; Strategic Direction of the Emerging
Pathogens and Bio-Risk Reduction Program (WHO); Comprehensive Studies of
Mechanisms of HIV Resistance in Highly Exposed Uninfected Women; and Neonatal
Immunization Against Pertussis. The presentations are being complemented by
more than 160 scientific posters developed by PHAC staff to illustrate
research from areas such as chronic disease, infectious disease, and health
promotion.
"The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is proud to be holding this
inaugural Research Forum here in Winnipeg, home to one of our two headquarter
locations," said Dr. David Butler-Jones, Chief Public Health Officer. "Science
must be shared, discussed and debated in order for it to progress. Our
researchers work on complex issues that often overlap. This is an opportunity
to explore the latest developments and look for areas where we can work
together."
Research conducted by the Public Health Agency makes a valuable
contribution to the health and well being of Canadians not only through the
development of improved diagnostics and products such as vaccines, but also by
providing a strong foundation for policy and decision-making.
Egalement disponible en français
http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/March2006/21/c4504.html
plan is being developed.
WINNIPEG, March 21 /CNW Telbec/ - Everything from Avian influenza to
Zoonotic disease is "under the microscope" at the first annual Public Health
Agency of Canada (PHAC) Research Forum being held in Winnipeg, March 20-21,
2006.
The Agency has brought together staff from different parts of the
organization to share and discuss their research as they learn about recent
advancements in the dynamic field of Public Health. "Knowledge generated
through research improves policy-making, program development and day-to-day
practices," noted Minister of Health, Tony Clement. "The better informed we
are, the better decisions we will make. Keeping informed of constant
developments in the field of public health is essential for Public Health
Agency of Canada staff."
The two-day event features guest speakers presenting on key initiatives
and public health activities. Topics include Web-driven Tools for
Surveillance, Alerting, and Communication; Strategic Direction of the Emerging
Pathogens and Bio-Risk Reduction Program (WHO); Comprehensive Studies of
Mechanisms of HIV Resistance in Highly Exposed Uninfected Women; and Neonatal
Immunization Against Pertussis. The presentations are being complemented by
more than 160 scientific posters developed by PHAC staff to illustrate
research from areas such as chronic disease, infectious disease, and health
promotion.
"The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is proud to be holding this
inaugural Research Forum here in Winnipeg, home to one of our two headquarter
locations," said Dr. David Butler-Jones, Chief Public Health Officer. "Science
must be shared, discussed and debated in order for it to progress. Our
researchers work on complex issues that often overlap. This is an opportunity
to explore the latest developments and look for areas where we can work
together."
Research conducted by the Public Health Agency makes a valuable
contribution to the health and well being of Canadians not only through the
development of improved diagnostics and products such as vaccines, but also by
providing a strong foundation for policy and decision-making.
Egalement disponible en français
http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/March2006/21/c4504.html
plan is being developed.