Happy holidays! As you’re making your lists and checking them twice, I hope you’ll find time to celebrate with your VCNP colleagues this season. Some of our regions including Lynchburg, Richmond and Southside hosted (or are planning) gatherings this month. VCNP has so many amazing member benefits (be sure to check out the details below about our new UpToDate benefit) - and social events are one of my favorite. If you haven’t checked out the events in your region this year, I hope you’ll add that to your list of 2024 resolutions!

Best wishes for a safe, happy and healthy holiday season!

Dr. Loretta Ford was recognized for her service as a WWII Army Corps nurse veteran last month.

On Dec. 28, Dr. Loretta Ford will celebrate her 103rd birthday, and AANP wants to honor this incredible NP legend throughout December. Share your wishes by taking a photo or video of you and your colleagues wishing Dr. Ford a very happy birthday and share on social media using the hashtag #DrFord103 and #VCNP50. Let’s make this Dr. Ford’s biggest birthday celebration yet!

Check out this new member benefit – 20% discounted membership (50% for students) to UpToDate! Get access to this online resource that offers immediate access to current, evidence-based info. Additional discounts available for mobile access too!

Registration for VCNP’s 50^th anniversary conference will open ve soon. Mark your calendar for March 13-16 at Williamsburg Lodge, and watch your email for registration details.

The Virginia Department of Health recently shared information about:

• Democratic Republic of Congo Mpox update
• VDH recommendations for providers
• Upcoming VDH trainings for providers