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Oct. 5, 2017 | Issue 173
The Latest News
Government Affairs and Practice Advocacy
PAFP applauds House action on DPC
PAFP President Dr. Ed Zurad praised the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for its unanimous support of House Bill (HB) 1739, sponsored by House Health Committee Chairman Matt Baker. “We thank Chairman Baker for his leadership and members on both sides of the aisle,” he said. “The PAFP looks forward to working with the Senate and other stakeholders.” HB 1739 would give patients and doctors the right to directly contract for care. It will improve access to direct primary care, or DPC, by recognizing these arrangements and defining them as outside the scope of state insurance regulations.
Education
'Vaccines 4 Teens' program coming to Pennsylvania
Teen vaccination rates are low across the country. How does Pennsylvania compare? While state rates for CDC-recommended vaccinations for teens were above national averages in 2015, only 48 percent of adolescent girls and 38 percent of adolescent boys completed the HPV vaccine series; less than 50 percent of adolescents 13-17 were vaccinated against flu. To help improve these rates, the PAFP has been awarded an AAFP grant to bring the Highlight on VACCINATIONS 4 TEENS program to members. Click here for a brief, timely article, and access to your complete Tool Kit offering exceptional resources on Vaccinations 4 Teens.
Public Health
Health care is the most dangerous profession: report
Working in health care is dangerous - in fact, it's the most dangerous job in America. According to U.S. News & World Report, about 654,000 health care workers are injured on the job every year. In addition, 45 percent of workplace violence, which is also on the rise throughout the U.S., occurs in health care settings.
Residents and Students
Happy National Primary Care Week; rock and roll with FMEC!
Happy National Primary Care Week (NPCW)! Join local and national events and community!
Pittsburgh: Come to PACHC’s “Beers and Careers” Networking Mixer | Wednesday, Oct. 25, 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Claddagh Irish Pub, Pittsburgh
Details and Registration
Pittsburgh-area residents and students are welcome at this FREE casual mixer to meet and network with members of clinical teams from FQHCs and health centers in the region. Learn about educational and career opportunities!
FMEC Annual Conference
Students! Scholarships available – apply today!
Residents! Join your program’s recruitment crew! Residency Fair registration here!
Saturday night social event at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame! Wow!
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