2020 |
| June 16; 1–2 pm EDT | Tips and Techniques for Accommodating Hearing Loss
For people living with hearing loss, conversations can be a challenge, so effective techniques to communicate better with those who are hearing impaired can positively impact individuals with hearing loss and their significant others and/or caregivers. This activity will discuss challenges surrounding hearing health care for older adults and highlight effective techniques, tools and resources for the hearing impaired for long-term health and quality of life.
Live, Accredited Webcast |
| July 7; 1–2 pm EDT | Genetic Testing and Treatment: Part 1, Neuromuscular Diseases
The goal of this activity is to assist 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. The importance of gathering an individual’s comprehensive history and exam, along with use of current available evidence to inform decisions on next steps in evaluation and testing, will be reviewed. Additionally, faculty will discuss the important role of a genetic counselor during the decision-making process.
Live, Accredited Webcast |
| Sept. 22; 1–2 pm EDT | The Impact of Aging, Hearing Loss and Cognitive Burden on Health Literacy on Older Adults
This activity will discuss the association between hearing loss and cognitive burden, as well as the potential impact of untreated hearing loss. It will provide communication and management techniques for caregivers to accommodate changes in the cognitive status of those with hearing loss, as well as tools and strategies that are recommended by the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) and how these can be put into practice.
Live, Accredited Webcast |
| Dec. 1–3, 2020 | 29th Annual National Conference — Virtual
The Annual National Conference is designed for health care professionals who are interested in learning best practices for optimal patient/benefit management in the areas of: organ and blood/marrow transplantation; health and wellness; comorbid diseases; complex-medical-condition support; case management; and utilization management.
Live, Accredited Virtual Conference |
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| July 7, 2020 | Genetic Testing and Treatment: Part 1, Neuromuscular Diseases
The goal of this activity is to assist 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. The importance of gathering an individual’s comprehensive history and exam, along with use of current available evidence to inform decisions on next steps in evaluation and testing, will be reviewed. Additionally, faculty will discuss the important role of a genetic counselor during the decision-making process. |
| June 16, 2020 | Tips and Techniques for Accommodating Hearing Loss
For people living with hearing loss, conversations can be a challenge, so effective techniques to communicate better with those who are hearing impaired can positively impact individuals with hearing loss and their significant others and/or caregivers. This activity will discuss challenges surrounding hearing health care for older adults and highlight effective techniques, tools and resources for the hearing impaired for long-term health and quality of life. |
| June 9, 2020 | Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing: Providing Personalized Medicine
Genetic 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. This activity will provide an overview on direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic testing, the role of HCPs in helping consumers make educated decisions about using these services and the future of DTC genetic testing. |
| April 28, 2020 | Pharmacogenomics: Providing Personalized Medicine
Pharmacogenomics is an important part of precision medicine; it is the study of how genetic makeup can affect a person's response to a drug. Health care professionals (HCPs) can use pharmacogenomic information to help decide the most appropriate treatment for each individual. This activity will provide an overview on the clinical indications for using pharmacogenomics and explore resources for interpreting pharmacogenomics. The basic science of liver enzymes and their genetic variation will also be discussed. |
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