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Title	Category	Credit	Event date	Cost
COVID-19: Neutralizing Antibodies	Covid-19 Disease Management	ACPE - Pharmacist ACPE - Pharmacy Technician AMA ANCC APA Attendance ASWB		$0.00	Activity descriptionThis activity focuses on monoclonal antibodies and how they are used in therapeutics, including clinical trials for COVID-19. It discusses the risks associated with using monoclonal antibodies in infectious disease treatment and provides detailed information regarding antibody therapies currently under investigation.
COVID-19 Vaccines	Covid-19 Disease Management	ACPE - Pharmacist ACPE - Pharmacy Technician AMA ANCC APA Attendance ASWB		$0.00	Activity descriptionThis activity focuses on the current state of COVID-19 vaccine development. It discusses which vaccine types are being developed and where they are in the clinical trial process. Additionally, this activity identifies what it means for a health system to participate in a vaccine study and how health care professionals can make informed decisions about vaccines with limited available data.Provided byThis activity is provided by OptumHealth Education and UnitedHealth Group.
From the Frontlines of the War on COVID-19	Covid-19 Disease Management Palliative care and hospice	ACPE - Pharmacist ACPE - Pharmacy Technician AMA ANCC APA Attendance ASWB		$0.00	Activity descriptionThis activity focuses on the challenges faced by health care professionals (HCPs) in New York during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. It details ethical dilemmas caused by workforce and resource allocation issues, as well as palliative care practices used to support patients and their loved ones. Provided byThis activity is provided by OptumHealth Education and UnitedHealth Group.
The Impact of Aging, Hearing Loss and Cognitive Burden on Health Literacy on Older Adults	Managed care Older Adults	ACPE - Pharmacist ACPE - Pharmacy Technician AMA ANCC APA Attendance CCMC - General NAB ASWB		$0.00	Activity descriptionGrowing evidence demonstrates an association between hearing loss and the development of declining cognitive function, health literacy, psychosocial well-being and overall quality of life in older adults. This activity will discuss the association between hearing loss and cognitive burden, as well as the potential impact of untreated hearing loss.
Addressing Maternal Mortality	Health Equity Wellness	ACPE - Pharmacist ACPE - Pharmacy Technician AMA ANCC APA Attendance CCMC - General NBC-HWC ASWB		$0.00	Activity descriptionMore American women are dying of pregnancy-related complications than in any other developed country. African American, Native American and Alaska Native women are about three times more likely to die from causes related to pregnancy compared to white women in the U.S. Both societal and health system factors contribute to unacceptably poor maternal health outcomes related to pregnancy and childbirth.
Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing: Providing Personalized Medicine	Wellness Disease Management	ACPE - Pharmacist ACPE - Pharmacy Technician AMA ANCC APA Attendance CCMC - General ASWB		$0.00	Activity descriptionGenetic testing, marketed directly to customers, has become more and more prevalent and is expanding the number of people who are obtaining information about their DNA (or genome). Consumers send in a DNA sample and receive their results directly; in most cases, bypassing a health care professional (HCP). Consumers may receive confusing or unexpected results and may be in need of competent guidance from a knowledgeable HCP.
The Relationship Between Pain, Stress and Sleep	Wellness	ACPE - Pharmacist ACPE - Pharmacy Technician AMA ANCC APA Attendance CCMC - General NBC-HWC ASWB		$0.00	Activity descriptionThere is a growing body of research that explores the interrelationships between pain, stress and sleep. This activity will review the interrelationship of pain and sleep on physical activity, stress and behavior, as well as the importance of assessing sleep quality for individuals with pain. Dr. Schubiner will also highlight techniques to reduce stress and improve sleep.Provided byThis activity is jointly provided by OptumHealth Education and Healthcare Transformation – UnitedHealth Group Alliances.
Genetic Testing and Treatment: Part 1, Neuromuscular Diseases	Wellness Disease Management	ACPE - Pharmacist ACPE - Pharmacy Technician AMA ANCC APA Attendance CCMC - General ASWB		$0.00	Activity descriptionGenetic/genomic testing and treatment is continually evolving. The goal of this activity is to assist health care professionals (HCPs) in understanding how the vast and growing field of genetic testing can impact the plan of care and treatment for individuals with neuromuscular diseases.
Tools and Techniques for Managing Pain: Complementary and Integrative Approaches	Wellness	ACPE - Pharmacist ACPE - Pharmacy Technician AMA ANCC APA Attendance CCMC - General NBC-HWC ASWB		$0.00	Activity descriptionEvidence indicates that people with both acute and chronic pain can benefit from complementary management approaches. This activity will examine and evaluate the evidence supporting these approaches to pain management, including a review of usual care for common pain conditions. Dr. Bonakdar will also discuss the impact of individuals’ implicit beliefs on their choices; judgments; and nonverbal, pain-related behaviors.
Tips and Techniques for Accommodating Hearing Loss	Managed care Older Adults	ACPE - Pharmacist ACPE - Pharmacy Technician AMA ANCC APA Attendance CCMC - General ASWB		$0.00	Activity descriptionHearing deficits are highly prevalent among older adults and are associated with declines in cognitive, physical and mental health. For people living with hearing loss, conversations can be a challenge. Effective communication techniques can positively impact both individuals who are hard of hearing as well as their significant others and/or caregivers. This activity will discuss challenges surrounding hearing health care for individuals with hearing loss, including older adults, and highlight effective techniques, tools and resources for these individuals.

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