Physiology

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

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

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.

The goal of this event is to bring industry leaders together, highlight the best practice achievements, as well as discuss the current issues/challenges faced by healthcare executives. Gain knowledge from experts on the opportunities to add and expand Oncology services to better detect, diagnose and treat cancer.

Letter from Dr. Bell president of the IFPA The Honor of Your Presence is Requested for the “Fitness Vegas Conference” a multifaceted show being held December 13-15, 2007 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Your attendance will entitle you to the BEST PRESENTATIONS by the BEST PRESENTERS in the fitness industry! You will learn the most VALUABLE SECRETS available in the world today on exercise, fitness, nutrition, sports conditioning, motivation, physiology, career enhancement and much, much more. You will be learning directly from INDUSTRY LEADERS, the most dedicated, effective and accomplished educators you will find anywhere! Their workshops and lectures are carefully and precisely planned to insure you maximize your learning experience. NO ACADEMIC THEORY “from ACADEMICIANS, bereft of practical experience and know how! No “INFOMERCIALS” from SLICK SALES MEN manipulating you into buying their wares! Just the BEST of KNOWLEDGE, PRESENTED BY THE VERY BEST OF EXPERTS, driven to teach you the information and skills you need to become a MASTER at your CRAFT! Many, many attendees of past “Fitness By the Bay” Conferences have raved… I have gotten more than my monies worth already… from attending THE FIRST SESSION! You too, have an opportunity to discover for yourself, the difference… The knowledge you need to live a longer, fuller, happier and optimum LIFE! The KNOWLEDGE YOU MUST HAVE TO ACHIEVE YOUR DESTINY AND MAXIMIZE YOUR POTENTIAL MENTALLY, EMOTIONALLY, PHYSICALLY, SPIRITUALLY, ARTISTICALLY, and FINANCIALLY! Many, many attendees of past “Fitness By the Bay” Conferences have raved… the sessions are phenomenal, I can’t believe how much I have learned and the Presenters are INCREDIBLE, but the best part is the WONDERFUL FRIENDS I HAVE MADE, AND THE CAMARADERIE I feel with all the people here that are so POSITIVE, MOTIVATING and HELPFUL. This feels more like a WONDERFUL CLASS REUNION than a fitness conference! Many, many attendees of past “Fitness By the Bay” Conferences have raved … I learned more in these three days than I have learned in my previous 30 years about fitness and nutrition, but I have to tell you, the LOCATION is SUPERB! I love the restaurants, nightclubs, shopping and all the activities at the International Mall and I had no idea there was so much to do in Tampa! What could be better, I doubled my knowledge and got a VACATION too! Well now the IFPA has joined the A4M,Doctors Fitness Centers and Fitness Vegas to bring you more. A different venue but more education, more fitness and even more fun! Additional Information Rates Before Oct.10 3-Day Member $299 3-Day Nonmember $329 1-Day $149 After October 10th 3-Day Memeber $329 3-Day Nonmember $379 1-Day $199 Be sure to reserve your hotel room at The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino and receive the discounted conference rates. See you in Vegas!

Course Objectives Recognize the pathogens carried by ticks and other vectors in the US. Recognize and analyze the overlapping symptoms in chronic illnesses like fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue and vector borne diseases. Diagnose, evaluate and treat Borrelia Burgdorferi & co-infections in patients. Identify clinical features of CNS diseases and select appropiate tests for diagnosis including laboratory and brain imaging scans. Additional Information Conference brings together a group of seven distinquished speakers. Some of the faculty's presentation titles are: "The Three Phases of Lyme Borrelia burgdorferi, Treatment and Evaluation". "Biomarkers of Lyme Disease and Controlled Treatment Trials", " Post Infections chronic fatigue syndrome/ME, Research Update", "An Overview of Tick Borne Disease in Children and the Autism Connection", and "What I have learned in the past 20 years".

Main Topics: Pediatrics, child health, biological anthropology, growth and development, body composition, clinical nutrition, community medicine, cytogenetics and biochemical genetics, dermatology and venereal diseases, disability and mental health, endocrinology and diabetes, environmental health impacts, histopathology, laboratory medicine, molecular and immunogenetics, oro-dental diseases, pharmacology and toxicology, prenatal genetics, reproductive health, gynecology and obstetrics, and free papers in medical sciences. Registration fees: US$ 150 which include: opening ceremony, admission to scientific sessions, admission to technical exhibitions, conference kit, certificate of attendance, coffee and lunch breaks. Accommodation: Accommodation can be arranged on request. Payment: Bank trasfere: National Bank of Egypt, Cairo, Account No. 9/450/81761/1. Email: Nrc_med@yahoo.com Contact person: Prof. Dr. Ashraf Shaalan Head of Medical Research Division National Research Centre Cairo, Egypt.

1- Concepts of Health Management 2- Health Challenges in Iran 3- Community Education 4- WHO Participation 5- Political Issues in Health Management Challenges 6- Economical Issues in Health Management Challenges 7- Social Issues in Health Management Challenges 8- Cultural Issues in Health Management Challenges

Healthcare-associated infections have never posed a greater threat. Preventing HAI is one of the most pressing and important issues in healthcare today – and both the government and the public have taken notice. While infection control has never been a source of hospital revenue, the potential cost avoidance of a well-developed, comprehensive program is substantial. And with public reporting mandates and changes to CMS reimbursement policies, the message from the government could not be clearer: eliminate hospital-acquired infections or risk Medicare reimbursement dollars and possibly punitive measures. Investing in prevention is one of the smartest things you can do – for patient safety and financial security. This conference will examine best-practice case studies and proven tools that will demonstrate the importance of a well-rounded and efficient infection control program. Now more than ever, IC programs need to secure their resources, adopt and optimize latest technologies, and ensure compliance to best practices. The distinguished faculty at this event will provide you with best practices to: Leverage transparency to prepare your department for public reporting and legislative mandates Increase compliance and improve employee commitment to quality through simple yet effective strategies Re-assess cost-effectiveness of current protocols and determine which need to be upgraded Optimize strategies for creating culture changes across all employee levels, from the environmental services staff to the Chief Executive Officer Integrate new, evidence-based best practices that will yield the greatest ROI Capitalize on new technologies to provide your patients with the greatest advancements in care Eliminating HAI is Essential to Maintaining Bottom-Line Results The World Research Group’s 4th Annual Conference on Achieving ROI for Eliminating Healthcare-Associated Infections conference will bring together healthcare leaders who recognize that preventing infections is a top priority for keeping patients safe and keeping costs and bed days from skyrocketing out of control. As more and more payers begin to refuse payment for extra days that are caused by HAI, attendance at this conference becomes all the more important. Specifically you will hear how: Southcoast Hospital Group embraced voluntary transparency by reporting its infection rates to its board and on its website as a tool to spur quality improvement and how it motivates employees and patients to sustain these enhanced outcomes Duke University Medical Center developed an in-house, query-based technology system to track infections throughout the facility Albert Einstein Healthcare Network leveraged a Positive Deviance program to re-evaluate its behaviors and pinpoint problems in implementing best practices Centers for Disease Control and Prevention expanded the National Healthcare Safety Network into a nationwide tool for all hospitals Michigan Health & Hospital Association’s Keystone Center for Patient Safety rolled out its successful statewide infection prevention programs from the ICU to entire healthcare facilities Vanderbilt University Medical Center built a strong relationship between upper level administrators and infection control staff, communicated its need and doubled its IC staff The conference on Achieving ROI for Eliminating Healthcare-Associated Infections is the only conference that brings together practitioners, administrators, directors, and executives to share how they have communicated the importance of IC to every employee – from CEOs to patient access staff. Attendees have always found this conference to be full of invaluable information, but this year’s innovative, interdisciplinary line-up of national leaders is sure to bring the most cutting-edge strategies and ideas to the podium. Hear how St. Barnabas Healthcare, Rochester General Hospital, and St. Rose Dominican Hospital have strategically developed and designed their MRSA screening tactics to eliminate this deadly HAI. Remember, IC must be a concern and priority for all of your employees and bringing a team of participants will ensure that this conference has the greatest possible impact on your facility’s outcomes. Register a team of 3 people and the 4th member attends free! Register early and enjoy the greatest discounts!