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SUMMARY:Identifying Signs & Symptoms of Mental Illness - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging and informative webinar featuring Sabrina Zitsch\, Nurse Educator with the Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute (PPI) and Penn State Health Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Holy Spirit.  She will focuse on mental health awareness\, common behavioral presentations and practical ways to provide support using a trauma‑informed approach \nThis session is designed to build understanding\, reduce stigma\, and equip participants with knowledge and resources to respond with empathy and confidence. \nLearning Objectives \nDuring this session\, participants will learn about: \n\nMental Health Prevalence\nMental Health Diagnoses\nCommon Behavioral Presentations\nHow to Help\nTrauma‑Informed Care\nResources\n\nWhy Attend? \n\nIncrease mental health awareness and literacy\nGain actionable skills for support and intervention\nLearn how trauma impacts behavior and well‑being\nConnect with helpful resources and supports\n\nRegister here: https://bit.ly/4dA5U7B\nQuestions? Contact: ohace@pennstatehealth.psu.edu \nWe look forward to having you join the conversation!
URL:https://pennstatehealthnews.org/event/identifying-signs-symptoms-of-mental-illness-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Engagement,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Identifying Signs & Symptoms of Mental Illness - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging and informative webinar featuring Sabrina Zitsch\, Nurse Educator with the Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute (PPI) and Penn State Health Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at Holy Spirit.  She will focus on mental health illness\, common behavioral presentations and practical ways to provide support using a trauma‑informed approach \nThis session is designed to build understanding\, reduce stigma\, and equip participants with knowledge and resources to respond with empathy and confidence. \nLearning Objectives \nDuring this session\, participants will learn about: \n\nMental Health Prevalence\nMental Health Diagnoses\nCommon Behavioral Presentations\nHow to Help\nTrauma‑Informed Care\nResources\n\nWhy Attend? \n\nIncrease mental health awareness and literacy\nGain actionable skills for support and intervention\nLearn how trauma impacts behavior and well‑being\nConnect with helpful resources and supports\n\nRegister here: https://bit.ly/4dA5U7B\nQuestions? Contact: ohace@pennstatehealth.psu.edu \nWe look forward to having you join the conversation!
URL:https://pennstatehealthnews.org/event/identifying-signs-symptoms-of-mental-illness-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Engagement,Wellness
ORGANIZER;CN="Office Health Advancement and Community Engagement (OHACE)":MAILTO:ohace@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
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SUMMARY:Leading by Example: Educators as Listeners
DESCRIPTION:Leading by Example: Educators as Listeners \nPresenter: Jeanine Beatty-Chadha\, M.Ed. \nLearning Objectives \n\nDescribe the connection between listening and learner-centered teaching.\nEvaluate the use of listening strategies featured in a scenario in order to inform future practice.\n\nRegister here
URL:https://pennstatehealthnews.org/event/leading-by-example-educators-as-listeners/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Engagement,Lectures/Seminars/Academic Presentations,Professional Development,Student Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Woodward Center for Excellence in Health Sciences Education":MAILTO:WoodwardCenter@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Spring Unity Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Health Advancement & Community Engagement and Interfaith Business Employee Resource Group are delighted to invite you to a special drop in networking event! \nDrop in for a bite and fellowship. \nHershey Medical Center\, Golisano Children’s Hospital\nT-2500 (HMC Main Entrance\, Left of the Info desk\, Upstairs)\nALL are Welcome to attend! \nRegister here
URL:https://pennstatehealthnews.org/event/interfaith-spring-unity-gathering/
LOCATION:Room T2500 – Penn State Cancer Institute\, 400 University Dr.\, Hershey\, PA\, 17033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Engagement
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SUMMARY:Inclusion Academy\, Experiential Learning: Understanding the Impact of Social Determinants on Healthcare Access and Patient Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Health doesn’t begin in the exam room—it begins in our homes\, neighborhoods\, and communities. \nJoin us for a powerful session that explores how Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)—like housing\, education\, income\, and environment—shape patient experiences and outcomes. Learn how to recognize these factors and use them to drive more equitable\, effective care. \nIn this session\, we’ll explore: \n\nThe critical role of Social Determinants of Health in shaping patient outcomes\nRespectful and effective ways to collect SDOH data from patients\nPractical strategies to apply SDOH insights and improve care delivery and health equity\n\nWhether you’re on the front lines or behind the scenes\, this session will help you see the full picture of patient care—and take action to close the gaps. \n7:30a – Registration \n3:30p – Registration \nLet’s move beyond symptoms and treat the whole story.
URL:https://pennstatehealthnews.org/event/inclusion-academy-experiential-learning-understanding-the-impact-of-social-determinants-on-healthcare-access-and-patient-outcomes-2/
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CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Engagement
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SUMMARY:Powerful Pronunciation
DESCRIPTION:Are you a professional who speaks English as an additional language? Do you want to boost your speech confidence and refine your pronunciation skills in a supportive\, expert-led environment? \nJoin us for an interactive webinar introducing Powerful Pronunciation — a dynamic English communication program designed to help you speak clearly\, confidently\, and effectively in professional and healthcare settings. \nProgram Highlights: \n\nEnhance Patient & Provider Communication\nLearn how clear pronunciation can improve experiences and reduce misunderstandings in healthcare environments.\nMaster American English Sounds\nGet practical techniques for all 21 vowel and 26 consonant sounds — with a focus on medically relevant terms and phrases.\nBuild Confidence in Real-World Scenarios\nPractice pronunciation in context to feel more confident in your daily interactions.\n\nWho Should Attend?  Any professional who identifies English as an additional language and is ready to take their pronunciation skills to the next level. \nRegistration – May 19\, Noon \nLet your voice be heard — clearly and confidently. \nSponsored by the Office of Health Advancement & Community Engagement.  OHACE@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
URL:https://pennstatehealthnews.org/event/powerful-pronunciation-4/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Engagement
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SUMMARY:Inclusion Academy\, Experiential Learning: Understanding the Impact of Social Determinants on Healthcare Access and Patient Outcomes
DESCRIPTION:Health doesn’t begin in the exam room—it begins in our homes\, neighborhoods\, and communities. \nJoin us for a powerful session that explores how Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)—like housing\, education\, income\, and environment—shape patient experiences and outcomes. Learn how to recognize these factors and use them to drive more equitable\, effective care. \nIn this session\, we’ll explore: \n\nThe critical role of Social Determinants of Health in shaping patient outcomes\nRespectful and effective ways to collect SDOH data from patients\nPractical strategies to apply SDOH insights and improve care delivery and health equity\n\nWhether you’re on the front lines or behind the scenes\, this session will help you see the full picture of patient care—and take action to close the gaps. \nRegistration \nLet’s move beyond symptoms and treat the whole story.
URL:https://pennstatehealthnews.org/event/inclusion-academy-experiential-learning-understanding-the-impact-of-social-determinants-on-healthcare-access-and-patient-outcomes/
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CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Engagement
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SUMMARY:Powerful Pronunciation
DESCRIPTION:Are you a professional who speaks English as an additional language? Do you want to boost your speech confidence and refine your pronunciation skills in a supportive\, expert-led environment? \nJoin us for an interactive webinar introducing Powerful Pronunciation — a dynamic English communication program designed to help you speak clearly\, confidently\, and effectively in professional and healthcare settings. \nProgram Highlights: \n\nEnhance Patient & Provider Communication\nLearn how clear pronunciation can improve experiences and reduce misunderstandings in healthcare environments.\nMaster American English Sounds\nGet practical techniques for all 21 vowel and 26 consonant sounds — with a focus on medically relevant terms and phrases.\nBuild Confidence in Real-World Scenarios\nPractice pronunciation in context to feel more confident in your daily interactions.\n\n  \nWho Should Attend?  Any professional who identifies English as an additional language and is ready to take their pronunciation skills to the next level. \nRegistration – May 20 – 5:30p \nLet your voice be heard — clearly and confidently. \nSponsored by the Office of Health Advancement & Community Engagement.  OHACE@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
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CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Engagement
ORGANIZER;CN="Office Health Advancement and Community Engagement (OHACE)":MAILTO:ohace@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
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