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How about a new “you” to be thankful for? This month only, in honor of nurses striving to be healthy, the American Nurses Association’s HealthyNurse™ program and Weight Watchers is offering a special “get one month free” discount for either Weight Watchers meetings or Weight Watchers online programs. Nurses, this is a time-limited offer just for you, only from Nov 1-30. Visit <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.weightwatchers.com/healthynurse">www.weightwatchers.com/healthynurse</a> today for further details and to start your journey to a healthier weight. (November 1, 2013)<br/><br/>Depictions of nurses behaving unprofessionally can undermine the respect patients have for the most trusted profession. For those concerned with the recent MTV show, Scrubbing In, you can <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.change.org/petitions/mtv-cancel-scrubbing-in">sign a petition against it </a>and encourage friends and family to refrain from watching. (Oct. 25, 2013)<br/><br/>Urge Senators to Block Bill Delaying Trucker OSA Screening <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.sleepfoundation.org/alert/your-action-needed-urge-your-senators-block-bill-delaying-trucker-osa-screening">Learn more and find contact information for your senator</a>. (shared courtesy of the National Sleep Foundation)  (Oct. 9, 2013)<br/><br/>Commentary on <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://agingandwork.bc.edu/blog/investing-in-an-aging-workforce/">Investing in an Aging Workforce</a> from Kenneth Scott, Fellow, Sloan Center on Aging & Work, Boston College (October 2, 2013)<br/><br/>Tuesday, October 1 begins Open Enrollment for healthcare coverage via the Affordable Care Act.  For the most current information for coaching your employees, their families and the community, visit: <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.healthcare.gov/">www.healthcare.gov</a> or <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.marketplace.cms.gov/">www.marketplace.cms.gov</a> or call 1-800-318-2596. (September 30, 2013)<br/><br/>Guidelines from CDC and the State and Territorial Council of Epidemiologists: <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/PDF/rr/rr6208.pdf">Investigating Suspected Cancer Clusters and Responding to Community Concerns</a> (September 26, 2013)<br/><br/>Marilyn Tavenner, administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), who is a registered nurse, recorded this <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://nursingworld.org/MainMenuCategories/Policy-Advocacy/HealthSystemReform/Health-Insurance-Marketplace-Video.html">special video message</a> for nurses across the country that highlights the critical roles nurses will play in health care reform and information resources you can use to learn more about the Marketplace. (September 25, 2013)<br/><br/>AAOHN has signed a letter calling upon Dept. of Health & Human Services Secretary Sebelius to ensure that the next Viral Hepatitis Action Plan includes a strong focus on ending disparities for African Americans. As an AAOHN member, you can <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/MRJG7JY">sign the letter as an inidividual</a>, as well. Signatures are needed by COB, September 13. (September 5, 2013)<br/></span><br/>September 5 is N95 Day, an observance of respiratory protection in the workplace. <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npptl/N95Day.html">View resources available from NIOSH and the NPPTL</a>. (September 5, 2013)<br/> <br/>NIOSH offers <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/violence/training_nurses.html">free online course</a> to train nurses to recognize and prevent workplace violence. (August 31, 2013)<br/><br/>Legacy and the Lung Alliance will host an in-person lecture and webcast, Demystifying Lung Cancer Screenings, Sept. 10. <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.legacyforhealth.org/what-we-do/warner-series/demystifying-lung-cancer-screening-the-path-from-u.s.-preventive-service-task-force-recommendation-to-implementation">Learn more.</a> (August 29, 2013)<br/><br/>OSHA Announces Proposed Rule to Protect Workers Exposed to Crystalline Silica  <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=NEWS_RELEASES&p_id=24621">Read the press release</a>. (August 23, 2013)<br/><br/></p> <p>By October 1, 2013, help your employers provide employees with <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.mintz.com/newsletter/2013/Advisories/3304-0813-NAT-ELB/index.html">notice of the availability of coverage through public health insurance exchanges</a>. (August 23, 2013)<br/><br/>CDC Seeks Participants for Tips from Former Smokers Campaign <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://aaohn.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=240">Learn more.</a> (August 22, 2013)<br/><br/>FDA issues sterile products recall notice. <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm364643.htm?source=govdelivery">Learn more.</a> (August 15, 2013)<br/><br/>Workplace Violence Prevention - Free online course for nurses and direct-care healthcare professionals  <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/violence/training_nurses.html">Learn more</a> (August 12, 2013)<br/><br/>NIOSH eNews - <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/enews/enewsv11n4.html">August 2013 issue</a> (August 12, 2013)<br/><br/>CDC Releases 2014 Edition of "Yellow Book" <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USCDC/bulletins/866139">Learn more.</a> (August 8, 2013)<br/><br/>AOHP Offers Archived Webinars <a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://aaohn.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=232">Learn more.</a> (July 29, 2013)<br/><br/><strong>Join AAOHN in the National Bike Challenge</strong> <a href="/web/20131103130121/http://www.aaohn.org/component/content/article.html?id=190">Learn more.</a><br/><br/><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://aaohn.org/publications/aaohn-org-news-archive.html">News Archives</a></span></strong></p> </div></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="clear"></div> </div> <div id="footer"> <div id="footercontent"> <div class="moduletable"> <div class="custom"> <div class="footercol1"> <p class="right nomargin">The American Association of Occupational Health Nurses Inc is the primary association for the largest group of health care professionals serving the workplace.</p> <p class="right nomargin"><br/><strong>AAOHN</strong> is professionally managed by<br/><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://internationalamc.com/" target="_blank">International Association Management</a><a name="bottom"></a></p> </div> <div class="footercolspacer"> </div> <div class="footercol2"> <table class="footerlinkstbl"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <ul class="footerlinks"> <li><a href="/web/20131103130121/http://www.aaohn.org/about-us.html">About AAOHN</a></li> <li><a href="/web/20131103130121/http://www.aaohn.org/membership.html">Membership</a></li> <li><a href="#">Conference</a></li> <li><a href="/web/20131103130121/http://www.aaohn.org/component/content/?id=20&Itemid=1455">Education</a></li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul class="footerlinks"> <li><a href="/web/20131103130121/http://www.aaohn.org/practice.html">Practice</a></li> <li><a href="#">Careers</a></li> <li><a href="#">Publications</a></li> <li><a href="/web/20131103130121/http://www.aaohn.org/foundation.html?id=8">Foundation</a></li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul class="footerlinks"> <li><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://partners.dancyamc.com/aaohn/Committee/default.aspx">Committee</a></li> <li><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://partners.dancyamc.com/aaohn/BOD/default.aspx">BoD</a></li> <li><a href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://partners.dancyamc.com/aaohn/Foundation/default.aspx">Foundation</a></li> <li></li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> <div class="footercolspacer"> </div> <div class="footercol3"> <table class="footerinfotbl"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <p class="nomargin"><strong>AAOHN National Office</strong><br/>7794 Grow Drive<br/>Pensacola, FL 32514<br/>Toll Free: (800) 241-8014<br/>Main: (850) 474-6963<br/>Fax: (850) 484-8762<br/><a href="/web/20131103130121/http://www.aaohn.org/about-us/contact-us.html">Contact AAOHN</a></p> </td> <td class="right"><a title="Connect on LinkedIn" href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2972150&mostPopular=&trk=tyah" target="_blank"><img src="/web/20131103130121im_/http://www.aaohn.org/images/footer/btn_linkedin.png" alt="Button: Linked In" width="34" height="64"/></a><a title="Follow us on Twitter" href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.twitter.com/AAOHN" target="_blank"><img src="/web/20131103130121im_/http://www.aaohn.org/images/footer/btn_twitter.png" alt="Button: Twitter" width="34" height="64"/></a><a title="Find us on Facebook" href="https://web.archive.org/web/20131103130121/http://www.facebook.com/AAOHN" target="_blank"><img src="/web/20131103130121im_/http://www.aaohn.org/images/footer/btn_facebook.png" alt="Button: Facebook" width="34" height="64"/></a></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </body> </html>