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SUMMARY:Cuppa Tea with an IP
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday at 2:00pm infection preventionist (IP) can join the VDH HAI/AR Team for Cuppa Tea with an IP. Cuppa Tea with an IP is a weekly chance to chat live with a VDH IP and subject matter experts (SMEs) about your infection prevention and control questions. We can’t wait to hear your questions and see how we can help. \nRegister once for the Cuppa Tea with an IP meetings and attend whenever you have questions or need a little IP peer boost.
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/vipta/event/cuppa-tea-with-an-ip-26/
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SUMMARY:National Patient Safety Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:Patient Safety Awareness Week (PSAW)\, an annual recognition event in March\, aims to showcase the practices and initiatives that advance safety and engage patients\, consumers\, and communities in the coproduction of safe care. During this week\, IHI seeks to advance important discussions locally and globally and inspire action to improve the safety of care for patients and the workforce. Patient Safety Awareness Week is a dedicated time to grow awareness about patient safety and recognize the work already being done. \nJoin IHI for two free webinars on March 9 and March 12\, 2026\, to support learning and spark meaningful action during this year’s observance. \n\nUpcoming Webinars\nFive Forces Shaping the Future of Diagnostic Safety \nMarch 9\, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00PM ET\nParticipants will gain insight into the latest scientific\, educational\, and clinical practice advancements shaping the future of diagnostic safety. The session will highlight promising approaches to measuring and improving diagnostic performance\, with actionable steps for health care organizations\, quality and safety leaders\, and risk management professionals. The webinar will also emphasize the critical role of patient co-design and co-production as key drivers of safer\, more reliable diagnostic processes. \nRegister Now \nAI and Health Care: Implications for Safety and Quality as the Field Matures\nMarch 12\, 2026 |11:00 AM – 12:00PM ET\nJoin Dr. Robert Wachter as he examines the rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in health care and what it means for quality\, safety\, cost\, and the clinician experience. He shares practical insights on how AI can meaningfully improve a system under strain\, along with highlights from his new book\, A Giant Leap. \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/vipta/event/national-patient-safety-awareness-week/
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SUMMARY:Long-Term Care Administrators Week
DESCRIPTION:Since 1994\, the American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA) has sponsored this national observance each March. Long Term Care Administrator’s Week is time to nationally appreciate and celebrate the critical role administrators have in providing leadership for the delivery of quality\, resident-centered care and a supportive work environment. \nAdministrators are entrusted with the responsibility of managing the care of the older adults and individuals with disabilities who live in nursing facilities. They touch the lives of residents\, families\, and employees in innumerable ways\, and ensure that their staff provides the highest level of quality care to this vulnerable population.
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/vipta/event/long-term-care-administrators-week/
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SUMMARY:Cuppa Tea with an IP
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday at 2:00pm infection preventionist (IP) can join the VDH HAI/AR Team for Cuppa Tea with an IP. Cuppa Tea with an IP is a weekly chance to chat live with a VDH IP and subject matter experts (SMEs) about your infection prevention and control questions. We can’t wait to hear your questions and see how we can help. \nRegister once for the Cuppa Tea with an IP meetings and attend whenever you have questions or need a little IP peer boost.
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/vipta/event/cuppa-tea-with-an-ip-27/
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ORGANIZER;CN="VDH HAI/AR Program":MAILTO:hai@vdh.virginia.gov
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SUMMARY:Cuppa Tea with an IP
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday at 2:00pm infection preventionist (IP) can join the VDH HAI/AR Team for Cuppa Tea with an IP. Cuppa Tea with an IP is a weekly chance to chat live with a VDH IP and subject matter experts (SMEs) about your infection prevention and control questions. We can’t wait to hear your questions and see how we can help. \nRegister once for the Cuppa Tea with an IP meetings and attend whenever you have questions or need a little IP peer boost.
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/vipta/event/cuppa-tea-with-an-ip-28/
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ORGANIZER;CN="VDH HAI/AR Program":MAILTO:hai@vdh.virginia.gov
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SUMMARY:World TB Day
DESCRIPTION:The theme of World TB Day 2026 – ‘Yes! We can end TB!’ –  is a bold call to action and a message of hope\, affirming that it is possible to get back on track and turn the tide on the TB epidemic\, even in a challenging global environment. With decisive country leadership\, increased domestic and international investment\, rapid uptake of new WHO recommendations and innovations\, accelerated action\, and strong multisectoral collaboration\, ending TB is not just aspirational – it is achievable.
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/vipta/event/world-tb-day/
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SUMMARY:Cuppa Tea with an IP
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday at 2:00pm infection preventionist (IP) can join the VDH HAI/AR Team for Cuppa Tea with an IP. Cuppa Tea with an IP is a weekly chance to chat live with a VDH IP and subject matter experts (SMEs) about your infection prevention and control questions. We can’t wait to hear your questions and see how we can help. \nRegister once for the Cuppa Tea with an IP meetings and attend whenever you have questions or need a little IP peer boost.
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/vipta/event/cuppa-tea-with-an-ip-29/
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SUMMARY:National Doctors' Day
DESCRIPTION:National Doctors’ Day is a nationwide observance dedicated to honoring physicians for their expertise\, responsibility\, and continued commitment to patient care. Observed annually on March 30\, it creates a natural point of recognition for the role doctors play in the health and well-being of individuals\, families\, and communities\, often during critical and life-changing moments.
URL:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/vipta/event/national-doctors-day/
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