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Monday, October 27, 2008

UGA - Conservation Summer Program in Costa Rica


Conservation Biology & Conservation Medicine Summer Program
June 19 - July 20, 2009

Conservation medicine is an emerging field that is concerned with the interface between human health, animal health (both wild and domestic) and ecosystem health. It is a synthesis of the fields of veterinary medicine, public health, ecology, forestry and natural resources and the principles of conservation biology, biogeography, population genetics, economics, sociology, anthropology, philosophy and other disciplines to understand and maintain biological diversity throughout the world. Professionals faced with a career in wildlife health, wildlife biology, wildlife management, human-animal or domestic animal/wildlife-interface issues and those interested in habitat/wildlife conservation will benefit from a solid foundation in both of these disciplines. An international location for this course lends itself well to covering issues facing the developing world such as emergent diseases, and animal and public health challenges. This 31 day course aims to provide students from various backgrounds with the opportunity to learn and practice the principles of conservation biology/medicine using the ecology and fauna of Costa Rica (an area of rich biodiversity with a long history of conservation research).

Thursday, October 23, 2008

World Rabies Day 2008 - CDC Internship Essay Competition

World Rabies Day 2008
CDC Internship Essay Competition


Call for Student Essays:
The Alliance for Rabies Control is holding a CDC Internship Essay Competition for veterinary students. The winner will be awarded a two-week internship in the Rabies Program at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia. Eligible students are current SAVMA members from any of the Colleges of Veterinary Medicine (CVMs) that received start-up funding for their World Rabies Day event. Eligible CVMs include: Colorado State University; Cornell University; Kansas State University; Michigan State University; Ohio State University; Oklahoma State University; St. Georges University; Texas A&M University; Tufts University; Tuskegee University; University of Florida; University of Illinois; University of Nebraska/Iowa; and University of Wisconsin-Madison.

CDC Internship:
The student will have the opportunity to conduct a two-week rotation in the Rabies Program at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, Georgia. While serving as a guest researcher in CDC’s Rabies Program, the intern will have an opportunity to learn about rabies diagnostics, epidemiology, laboratory research (including pathogenesis and vaccine development), public health policy, and communications. The intern will have the opportunity to meet with CDC scientific staff specializing in veterinary public health, epidemiology, diagnostics, laboratory research, policy, communications, and meet with various CDC Epidemiology Intelligence Officers. The internship will be scheduled on mutually convenient dates for host and participant but is expected to take place between May and September 2009. Roundtrip airfare and per diem allowance for food and lodging will be provided.

Guidelines for Essay Submissions:
The applicant should submit an essay on the role veterinarians play in public health and zoonotic disease prevention and control including a few specific examples as well as prevention tools. A current or recent outbreak example would be of interest. The student should critique key factors that were implemented in control and how this affects future policy. The applicant should also discuss their interest in rabies prevention and control, this internship, why they are interested in World Rabies Day and what it means to them. Applicants may also wish to include any related activities or formal instruction that the student has completed in the areas of public health and/or infectious diseases and other aspects the student would like the review committee to take into consideration.

The essay shall be no longer than 1,000 words, Arial or equivalent 12 point font, and double-spaced; submitted in electronic Word format. The essays will be anonymized and should NOT contain any pictures, identifying location information or school names. Essays that do not adhere to these requirements will not be reviewed. All essays should be received by 11:59pm EST on November 17th, 2008 and will be submitted for ranking to a committee of public health professionals involved in rabies prevention and control. A decision will be announced by February 17, 2009. Paperwork for CDC clearance will require approximately 3 months to process in advance of an expected visit.

Questions regarding this call for student essays should be directed to Peter Costa (Tel: 919-830-2199 or peter.costa@worldrabiesday.org).

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Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Duke University - Global Health Fellows



Global Health Fellows: Program Health Policy in a Globalizing World

The Duke Global Health Fellows Program and Program on Global Policy and Governance in Geneva, Switzerland is now accepting applications for its 2009 cohort.

Who: Past program participants include graduate and professional students from all disciplines, including law, medicine, public policy, international affairs, business, environmental studies, and other graduate or professional students interested in issues of global policy and governance.

What: The Global Health Fellows Program offers students unparalleled access to internships in Geneva-based institutions, opportunities for career advancement, and the ability to learn directly from experts working in specific policy areas.

The program includes:

** A Geneva Policy Internship
** Events throughout the summer providing opportunities to socialize and network with other policy interns and experts
** An intensive, week-long course on "Health Policy in a Globalizing World"

When: A typical internship spans 8-10 weeks between May 15 and August 15, 2009. (Actual dates of participation can be adjusted depending on the needs of the internship and the constraints of a participant's academic calendar). The course will take place in early July.

Applications for the Summer 2009 program are due November 21, 2008.

Additional details about the program and admission requirements can be found on our website:

www.pubpol.duke.edu/geneva/health.php

For questions contact geneva@duke.edu or 919.613.9214.

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Wisconsin Medical Project benefit for Cuba - 11/12/08

Hey all -
The Wisconsin Medical Project is holding a benefit on November 12, 2008 at 5-8pm at the Cardinal Bar in support their humanitarian efforts in Cuba. This is a really interesting group of people who regularly make trips down to Cuba providing laboratories and hospitals with equipment they are in dire need of. I encourage you all to attend, spread the word about, or at least check out what their group is all about.
Wisconsin Medical Project - http://www.madisoncamaguey.org

Monday, October 13, 2008

Jambi Huasi Fundraiser - October 13, 2008

Do you like international dance parties, the Arrhythmias, and delicious Mexican food?!
How about the historic and elegant Orpheum theatre?!
Or are you just looking for an excuse to ditch the modules and go out on a Monday night?!

This coming Monday, October 13 at the Orpheum theatre on State St, the Global Health Interest Group will be hosting a fundraiser to benefit the Jambi Huasi clinic in Ecuador. Join us for live entertainment from the Arrhythmias, delicious (and FREE) Mexican appetizers provided by Casa de Lara, dancing, and Orpheum drink specials!! Doors open at 8:30 PM and the party lasts until 2:00 AM!

Your $5 donation at the door will go directly to the Jambi Huasi clinic in Otavalo, Ecuador, which provides essential health care to the area's rural, indigenous communities, so you'll have a great time for a great cause!! ¡Hasta lunes!

The Orpheum Theatre is located at 216 State St

If you have any questions or concerns please contact Maureen McDonald at mmcdonald83@gmail.com