About this Event
LPHA 2024 Annual Conference
Join us in Baton Rouge from April 4-5 for the Louisiana Public Health Association’s 74th Annual Educational Conference.
This conference gathers public health professionals from diverse backgrounds to explore issues related to public health, recognize the tremendous advancements in science and policy, and facilitate essential discussions vital to obtaining LPHA’s mission of achieving a healthier Louisiana.
The year’s theme– “Creating a Healthier Louisiana'' —affords us the opportunity to explore our ability to overcome the many challenges to ensuring a healthy and equitable Louisiana.
Call for Student Abstract-Poster
The Louisiana Public Health Association (LPHA) is now accepting student abstract submissions for poster presentations for the Annual Educational Conference in Baton Rouge, LA April 4-5, 2024. Students are encouraged to submit abstracts on the conference theme “Creating a Healthier Louisiana” or current and emerging public health issues.
LPHA 2024 will be an in-person meeting. For general conference questions, please email [email protected].
- Abstract Submission Deadline — February 28, 2024 by 11:59 pm (CST)
- Abstract Notification — Students will be notified via email of abstract status.
- Accepted posters can be printed on the student’s behalf and posted for all conference attendees to view.
- Students who submit a poster will be entered into a drawing for a complimentary conference registration.
Rule & Regulations
- Submitters do not have to be a member of LPHA to submit an abstract.
- If your abstract is accepted for presentation, the presenting author must plan to present on Friday, April 5, 2024 beginning at 9:45 am in Baton Rouge, LA.
- Word count for abstract text must be 250 or less.
- Authors submitting abstracts are responsible for ensuring that all authors listed on the abstract have been notified of submission and abstract status.
- Each abstract will be blind reviewed by the Review Committee, and decisions to accept or reject abstracts rest with the committee.
- You may review, modify, or withdraw your abstract any time before February 28, 2024.
Submit Your Abstract
Email your abstract to [email protected] by February 28, 2024 at 11:59 (CST).
LPHA Award Nomination Form
LPHA recognizes 5 fellow members and community leaders to show appreciation to those individuals who stand as role models and supporters of improving the health and welfare of the citizens of Louisiana.
LPHA members are invited to submit nominations of worthy individuals who meet the criteria of a specific award as outlined below. An individual may only receive one award in any one year. Nominations are submitted to the LPHA Awards Committee composed of the Section Chairpersons and the Immediate Past President who shall serve as chair. It is the responsibility of the committee to review the recommendations for recipients of the various awards and to determine those who will be the recipients of such awards. Only one award in each category is to be presented each year when suitable candidates are available.
Nomination Submissions Deadline: February 28, 2024, 11:59 pm (CST)
Submit Nominee:
LPHA Awards and Criteria are as follows:
- MERITORIOUS AWARD - For long time diligent and esteemed service in public health in Louisiana by any person in full-time, part-time or voluntary service in a health agency, organization or coalition.
- MEMBERS AWARD - For outstanding loyal and dedicated service to LPHA by an individual who has been a member of LPHA for five years or more.
- PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD - For contributions and support to foster public health programs or issues in Louisiana by an elected or appointed public official on the local, state or national level.
- FOUNDERS AWARD - For significant achievement in research or outstanding pioneering performance in public health by any resident of Louisiana. Significant here is statewide, national, or international recognition of achievements or accomplishments.
- THE LOUISE MCFARLAND AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC HEALTH COMMUNICATION - To recognize a media professional for accurate and thorough broadcast, print and/or electronic media coverage of public health programs or issues in Louisiana.
Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel, 7000 Bluebonnet Blvd, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810.
Book a hotel foom for $149 USD per night
Last Day to Book: Monday, March 4, 2024
Conference Location
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel, Bluebonnet Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA, USA, United States
USD 40.00 to USD 195.00