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<p style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1in" class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="COLOR: #1f497d; FONT-SIZE: 14pt">Reminder: Registration is open for the</span></b><b><span style="COLOR: #365f91; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"> 2011 OPHA Annual Meeting & Conference </span></b><b><span style="COLOR: #1f497d; FONT-SIZE: 14pt">October 10<sup>th</sup> / 11<sup>th</sup> at the LaSells Stewart Center in Corvallis<sup> </sup>– This year this meeting is being combined with the annual meeting of the Oregon Environmental Health Association (OEHA)</span></b><b><span style="COLOR: #365f91; FONT-SIZE: 14pt">. There is a packed 2 day agenda with 2 keynote speakers and 6 concurrent sessions, each with 5-6 break-outs.<u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
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<p style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1in" class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="COLOR: #365f91; FONT-SIZE: 14pt">Over 120 people registered so far – don’t be left out!</span></b><b><span style="COLOR: #1f497d; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><u></u><u></u></span></b></p>
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<p style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1.5in"><strong>Registration Now Open for the 2011 OPHA Annual Meeting & Conference</strong><br>This is the event of the year for Oregon's public health community. Partnering for the first time with the Oregon Environmental Health Association, the 2011 Conference will showcase the latest research, trends, strategies, and policy changes in public health. Whether you are a longtime attendee or if you are considering attending the OPHA Annual Meeting & Conference for the first time, you are sure to find topics that will peak your interest among the more than 70 oral presentations, 50 poster presentations, networking opportunities, and much more<strong>.</strong><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1.5in"><strong>When and Where</strong><br>Location: LaSells Stewart Center, Oregon State University, Corvallis Oregon<br>Date: Monday, October 10 and Tuesday, October 11, 2011<br>Time: Doors open at 7:30 am, presentations begin at 8:45 am and run throughout the day<u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1.5in"><strong>Meals and Lodging</strong> <br>Two continental breakfasts, two lunches, and light snacks are included in your registration. Lodging is the responsibility of the registrant. Discounted room rates are available at the Hilton Garden Inn in Corvallis until September 26; request the OPHA conference rate and make your reservation early!<u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1.5in"><strong>Cost</strong><br>OPHA Member - $90<br>OPHA Member Student/Retiree - $40<br>OEHA Member - $140<br>Non-member - $140<br>Non-member Student/Retiree - $60<u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1.5in">Early bird registration closes September 25; all registrations increase by $20 beginning September 26. To register, please complete the OPHA Annual Meeting & Conference <strong>online registration form at <a href="http://www.oregonpublichealth.org/opha-conference" target="_blank">www.oregonpublichealth.org</a>.</strong> You will have the option of paying online with a credit card or by mailing a check afterward. <u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1.5in"><strong>Program Schedule</strong><br>A full preliminary program is available at<a href="http://www.oregonpublichealth.org/opha-conference" target="_blank"> www.oregonpublichealth.org.</a><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1.5in"><strong>Sponsorships</strong><br>We welcome the support of for-profit and non-profit organizations. OPHA offers a variety of sponsorship levels that provide excellent opportunities to build awareness of your organization. Visit <a href="http://www.oregonpublichealth.org/opha-conference" target="_blank">www.oregonpublichealth.org</a> for more information about sponsoring the 2011 OPHA Annual Meeting & Conference.<u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1.5in"><strong>Questions?</strong><br>Contact Josie Henderson at <a href="mailto:jhenderson@oregonpublichealth.org" target="_blank">jhenderson@oregonpublichealth.org</a>.<u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="MARGIN-LEFT: 1.5in"><strong>Please pass this email along to friends and colleagues who may be interested in attending this exciting event!</strong><u></u><u></u></p></div></div>
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