Dear Colleagues,

As we prepare for the 2009 Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, we want to remind you of the many different ways that you can get involved with your section.  To start with, we want to hear about your work in community health.  Visit www.apha.org/meetings/sessions to learn how to become a presenter during the 2009 meeting.  

Remember that the Feb. 13 abstract submission deadline for CHPPD is quickly approaching, so get your abstracts in ASAP.  On that same note, why not help us review the submitted abstracts?  By becoming an abstract reviewer, you determine which proposals are of the highest quality and greatest interest in community health.  Your contribution ultimately shapes CHPPD’s program during the Annual Meeting.  If you are interested in reviewing abstracts submitted to the Section, please let us know.  Simply send Danielle or Ijeoma an e-mail indicating your interest in becoming a reviewer, along with three to five areas of specialization.  Those who review abstracts may even be extended opportunities to moderate a session during the Annual Meeting. 

Finally, as we celebrate CHPPD’s 40th anniversary, remember that your participation today will help shape our tomorrow.  How about getting involved in planning for the upcoming 40th anniversary celebration; participating in conference calls to keep up to date and provide your feedback; submitting articles to the APHA newsletter; attending CHPPD meetings and socials in Philadelphia?  This is your section, and you have an opportunity to shape our next 40 years.  Get involved!!!

We are looking forward to hearing from you, and ultimately meeting you in Philadelphia!

Danielle Greene, DrPH

Program Chair
Phone: (212) 442-3051
Fax: (212) 442-3156
dgreene@health.nyc.gov

Ijeoma Nwachuku, PhD

Program Co-Chair

Phone: (626) 574-2486
Fax: (626) 462-2688
ijeoma.nwachuku@methodisthospital.org