The Cancer Free Florida Webinar Series: Utilizing Community Health Workers to Reach Underserved Populations

The Florida Department of Health Presents
The Cancer Free Florida Webinar Series

Utilizing Community Health Workers to Reach Underserved Populations

Overview

In recognition of October Breast Cancer Awareness month, this webinar describes how the Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program developed the Reach and Connect Project, an initiative to increase breast and cervical cancer screenings and HPV vaccination.

Learning objectives

• Describe the development of the project
• Understand use of data to direct programmatic implementation
• Describe the transition from a screening only program to a population-based project
• Understand barriers and resources from a county perspective in areas of high need
• Describe revisions to the Reach and Connect Project as a result of the pilot evaluation and lessons learned

Intended Audience: Community Health Workers, Health Care Professionals, and Interested Stakeholders

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

12:00 - 1:00 p.m., Eastern Time

Featured speakers:

Linda Greis, RN, BSN and Hope Wood, RN

Nursing Consultants, Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program, Florida Department of Health

Clarence Gyden, BS

Regional Coordinator, Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program, Florida Department of Health

One hour of continuing education units (CEUs) is available in all Children's Medical Services approved boards of practice including: Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Psychology, Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling.

To join the online meeting:

Please register for Patient Navigation and Community Health use the following link:

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4024097470411507970

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.