NEWS FROM THE GREATER LOUISVILLE MEDICAL SOCIETY
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SIGN UP FOR THE KMA HOUSE OF
DELEGATES AND GLMS CAUCUS
The chance is here for you
to have an impact on Ken-
tucky health care laws. The
KMA Annual Meeting will be
held on Friday, August 25,
and there are still delegate
spaces available for the
GLMS Caucus Breakfast.
Schedule for 10 a.m. on Sun-
day, August 27, at the Hyatt Regency Downtown, GLMS members
will meet at the breakfast to discuss statewide resolutions. Those
will be voted upon at the KMA House of Delegates immediately fol-
lowing the caucus. Active, life and in-training members are eligible
to participate as GLMS Delegates to the KMA.
This year, GLMS will submit 13 resolutions for the KMA House of
Delegates to consider. These resolutions discuss a wide range of
important health care topics. We urge you to participate as GLMS
puts forward resolutions involving:
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Health Care Coverage for the Medically Underserved
A Summary of AMA Activities at the KMA Annual Meeting
Fireworks Safety
Gun Violence
Ergonomic Hazards
Telemedicine Encouragement, Promotion & Access
Drug Addiction and Pregnancy
Evidence Based Treatment and Harm Reduction
Health Care Reform and Mental Health/Addiction Services
The Role of Self Help Groups in Addiction Treatment
Communication with Pharmacies
Neutral Policy Language on Abortion
Restrictive Covenants
KMA delegates have the opportunity to lend their voice to each
resolution they feel passionate about during the Caucus and House
of Delegates meetings. More information and updates regarding
each resolution will be provided during the GLMS Caucus breakfast.
To RSVP, please contact Onvia McDaniel at 502-736-6302 or
[email protected] by 10 am, Monday, August 21.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
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1 - KMA Annual Meeting
2 - Board of Governors Highlights
3 - Wear the White Coat
3 - Annual Golf Outing
3 - Ramble 5k
5 - PEPS Update
6 - White Coat Ceremony