Education

Event Profile: Naidex is the UK's largest homecare, disability and rehabilitation event, and this year's show was the biggest ever, an opportunity for users, carers and healthcare professionals to view a wide range of products and services. Highlights: Using Web-Based Resources to Support CPD for Health Professionals, A National Framework for Support Worker Education and Development (Jointly developed by the COT and the CSP), The Implications of the Green Paper on Adult Social Care. Visitor's Profile: Physios, OT's, speech and language therapists, community loan store managers, specifiers, dealers, people with varying disabilities, their carers, families and friends are the target audience. Exhibitor's Profile: Profile for exhibit include bathing and showers, moving & handling, lifts and hoists, seating & stairlifts to pressure relief, paediatric equipment, communication products and services. Organizer: Emap Business Europe Wentworth House, Wentworth Street, Peterborough, PE1 1DS, Emap plc, 40 Bernard Street, London, United Kingdom. Tel: +(44)-(208)-2775844 Fax: +(44)-(208)-2775887

Event Profile: There is no better way for UK medical device manufacturers to effectively and efficiently see, compare, and evaluate the complete range of product and service resources for designing and manufacturing current and next-generation medical devices and equipment (Medtec UK) Highlights: Content for the technical conference changes year-on-year and topics are generated through delegate and industry feedback. Visitor's Profile: Pharma Formulators, API, Drug Intermediates, Excipients, Natural Extracts, Contract Researchers, Custom Manufacturers, Packaging Equipment / Materials, Quality Assurance & Control, Product Development Services, Laboratory & Processing Equipment Manufacturers, Trade Publications, Contract Research, Contract Processing are the target audience. Exhibitor's Profile: Contract Manufacturing & Subcontracting, Component Fabrication, Tubing Adhesives & Adhesive Products, Electronic Components, Production/Assembly, Packaging Equipment & Materials, Motors & Motion Control, Plastics Testing Equipment & Services Hardware & IV Components Precision Metalworking, Tooling, and Machining Organizer: Canon Communications 11444 W. Olympic Blvd., Ste. 900, Los Angeles, United States of America. Tel: +(310)-(4)-454200 Fax: +(310)-(4)-454299

Nursing in Practice is the largest free conference & expo dedicated to primary care nurses across the UK. The in-depth educational conference addresses all the current clinical and policy issues affecting the primary care community. The event has been running since 2003 and all our previous events have received approval from the RCN Accreditation Unit. Nursing in Practice Events is a key date for your diary if you are: Practice Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, District Nurse, Health Visitor, Community Nurse, School Nurse, Practice Manager, PCT Nursing Staff Member. Profile for exhibit include suppliers of turnkey pharma plants, machinery & equipment for treatment of pharma raw materials, analytical instruments & lab reagents, testing instruments, microscopes, weighing machines, active pharma ingredients, tableting & capsulation unit, packaging materials, galssware, pharma publications. Campden Publishing Limited 1 Saint Johns Square, London, United Kingdom. Tel: +(44)-(20)-72140500 Fax: +(44)-(20)-72140501

Controversies and Cases in Obstetric Anaesthesia 27 February 2008 London, United Kingdom Website: http://www.oaameetings.info Contact name: OAA Secretariat Organized by: Obstetric Anaesthetists’ Association

Achieving NHS Productivity 27 to 28 February 2008 Manchester, United Kingdom Website: http://www.hsj-productivity.co.uk Contact name: Customer Service Health Service Journal brings you two one-day conferences that focus on achieving productivity in the NHS. Tackling two key service areas - theatres and wards. Organized by: HSJ Conferences

December 17, 2007 (Washington, D.C.)—Natural products retailers and suppliers from across the country will gather to exchange trade information, learn about the industry, and peruse booths showcasing industry’s best products at the Natural Products Association’s 71st annual trade show and convention — Natural MarketPlace 2008 — July 17 - 19, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Natural MarketPlace is the largest single event hosted by the nation’s oldest and most influential industry trade association, where retailers, suppliers, manufacturers and other leaders come together to discuss industry trends, explore business opportunities, and network. The association’s event will again take place at the world-class Sands Expo and Convention Center and The Venetian Resort Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip. Natural MarketPlace 2008 offers a new and exciting schedule expanded in response to survey results from industry retailers. This year’s trade show will open on Friday and continue through Saturday, allowing retailers plenty of time to enjoy the show’s well-known relaxed and congenial atmosphere that encourages networking and relationship building. In addition, Thursday’s schedule will include the highly regarded educational conference with some of the natural products industry’s most insightful and provocative speakers. The educational opportunities available at Natural MarketPlace make it unique among industry trade shows and an invaluable resource for learning more about all aspects of the industry, whether you are an exhibitor or own a health food store. Past conference seminars have focused on key topics such as consumer and product trends, business improvement, new discoveries in nutrition research, and preparing for legislative and regulatory developments, such as our widely popular good manufacturing practices (GMPs) training program. Participants can anticipate another stellar show, with both top-of- the-line exhibitors and experienced retailers who make up the core of our industry and innovative new products and exhibitors making their debut in the industry. Eighty percent of Natural MarketPlace attendees have direct purchasing power, and 35 percent of attendees report annual sales in excess of $1 million, making for an informed audience for our large numbers of high-profile exhibitors. Attendees will see the hottest new natural products from innovative, top-quality exhibitors including dietary supplements, functional foods and beverages, health and beauty aids, sports nutrition, herbals, organics, homeopathics, pet products, natural/green home products and much more. As with past Natural Products Association trade shows, natural product retailers are invited to walk the show floor free of charge. “As a health food store owner, Natural MarketPlace has long been a key annual event to discover new innovations that keep my store at the cutting edge of our industry,” said Deborah Short of Shawnee, Oklahoma. “In addition, as an educational experience, Natural MaketPlace has given me the opportunity to stay abreast of new regulations and trends in living a natural lifestyle and has really helped me expand my business.” In addition to exciting trade show exhibits, attendees can enjoy special events on the show floor such as the annual People’s Choice Awards blind taste-test competition and live product and service demonstrations or the always anticipated product launches and scientific poster sessions Participants are also invited to attend other show events such as the popular President’s Reception, our keynote event and the association’s annual business meeting. As part of the Natural Products Association’s ongoing effort to best serve our members, we encourage members to suggest event activities or seminars that would enhance the Natural MarketPlace experience. Because Natural MarketPlace is one of many educational events the association holds throughout the year, we aim to present the most valuable and pertinent information for our industry. Registration for both attendees and exhibitors is open. For more information about Natural MarketPlace 2008 call (202) 223-0101, ext. 109 or e-mail conventions@naturalproductsassoc.org . Details are also available at www.naturalproductsassoc.org/tradeshow. # # # About The Natural Products Association The Natural Products Association (www.NaturalProductsAssoc.org) is the nation’s largest and oldest non-profit organization dedicated to the natural products industry. The association represents more than 10,000 retailers, manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors of natural products, including foods, dietary supplements, and health/beauty aids. About Natural MarketPlace Natural MarketPlace 2008, the Natural Products Association’s annual convention and trade show, will be held July 17-19 at Sands Expo Convention Center and Venetian Resort Hotel in Las Vegas, Nev. The conference begins on July 17 and exhibits are open July 18 and 19. For more information regarding registration and trade show activities, visit www.naturalproductsassoc.org/tradeshow or e-mail conventions@naturalproductsassoc.org. www.naturalproductsassoc.org/tradeshow

The Malta Emergency Nursing Association Scientific Board invites abstract and poster submissions from all nurses and other health care professionals, who are interested in sharing their skills and knowledge. Conference Themes • Moving Maltese Emergency Nursing forward by collaboration between international associations. • Team work between emergency care professionals. • Leadership issues in emergency care. • Innovations in emergency care practice, research, education and management. • Extended practice development in emergency care. Abstracts should ideally fall within one of these categories, although other areas will be considered. However, presenters are reminded that papers or posters need to include an indication of how their work addresses and adds value to emergency nursing and emergency care as provided by various emergency care professionals

Sessions Presented by Leading Employers and Practicing Benefit Professionals. "Join the Best Purchasers, Peers and Partners" Major topics include: - Wellness Programs - Disease Management - Benefit Design - Predictive Modeling - Health Promotion - Transparency - Consumer Directed - Demand Management - Managing Vendors - Power Data/Technology - Control Cost Drivers - Educate for Results Additional Information "Best Value in Health Benefits Education" Outstanding sessions at a reasonable cost - plus satisfaction guaranteed or registration refunded. Registration: $295 - $345 Hotel: (new) Embassy Suites Hotel is exclusively connected to the beautiful waterfront Tampa Convention Center. Enjoy the complimentary made-to-order hot breakfast and manager's reception each day.

3 days of site-visits to innovative geriatric facilities with renowned lecturers from around the country. Sites include unique retirement villages, sheltered housing, day care centers, snoezelen rooms and the Savion computer program for mental stimulation for people with Alzheimer's disease. Topics covered in lectures : Historical survey of Geriatric Care in Israel, how various ethnic groups care for their aged. Additional Information Tour begins in Jerusalem and continues on to Beer Sheva and returns to jerusalem. Includes transportation from jerusalem, food and lodgings for 3 days and two nights of tour. Accommodations in kibbutz guest houses &/ or hostels. $450 per person - early bird discount $380, for payment by Oct. 30.

What is the Training Institute on Behavioral Health and Addictive Disorders? A premier training event, specializing in mental health and the addictions field. The Institute for Integral Development and US Journal Training, Inc. offer a unique combination of nationally recognized faculty who can address a wide variety of today's most relevant topics. The results are highly acclaimed national training events featuring customized training opportunities for developing new treatment strategies and research advances for clinicians and counselors. A maximum of 27 Contact Hours are available for this Conference. 23 core credit hours (6 hours for M, T, W, 5 hours for Th) and 4 evening hours (2 per evening). This conference includes 3 Hours Ethics and Boundaries, 2 Hours Medical Errors and 1 Hour HIV/Aids Update. Full-Time conference attendees who complete all required evaluation and attendance documentation are eligible to receive the maximum number of contact hours. Daily registrants can receive credit for each day in attendance. What is the Training Institute on Behavioral Health and Addictive Disorders? A premier training event, specializing in mental health and the addictions field. The Institute for Integral Development and US Journal Training, Inc. offer a unique combination of nationally recognized faculty who can address a wide variety of today's most relevant topics. The results are highly acclaimed national training events featuring customized training opportunities for developing new treatment strategies and research advances for clinicians and counselors. A maximum of 27 Contact Hours are available for this Conference. 23 core credit hours (6 hours for M, T, W, 5 hours for Th) and 4 evening hours (2 per evening). This conference includes 3 Hours Ethics and Boundaries, 2 Hours Medical Errors and 1 Hour HIV/Aids Update. Full-Time conference attendees who complete all required evaluation and attendance documentation are eligible to receive the maximum number of contact hours. Daily registrants can receive credit for each day in attendance.