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WFNN Helps You Make a Difference in the World

The efforts of the World Federation of Neuroscience Nurses (WFNN) makes a difference in the lives of neuro patients around the world. AANN Liaison to WFNN Christi DeLemos, RN MS ACNP, shares one AANN member's special story about her experience and a WFNN project that could benefit from your expertise in the coming year.

First Look: 2010 AANN Annual Educational Meeting

Ignite your Passion for the Profession of neuroscience nursing by attending the AANN 42nd Annual Educational Meeting March 20–23, 2010. AANN has launched Conference Central, the one Web site that makes it easy to find everything you need to attend the conference. View the brochure and choose your sessions, learn about pre-cons and special events, book your hotel and travel, and even get money-saving tips! Online Registration is open now. Visit Conference Central to get started.

CNRN Review Course Opportunities in 2010

Are you thinking about taking the CNRN exam? Benefit from an AANN one-day CNRN Review Course offered this spring. Several dates have been scheduled, including a new January course in Michigan and the CNRN Review Course at the Annual Educational Conference in March. These courses reflect the CNRN examination matrix and are designed to help focus your studies and help you learn from the best.

New ALS Guidelines Identify Best Patient Treatments

New research published in the October 13, 2009, issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, reveals treatment protocols that will help ALS patients live better and longer lives. The recommended treatments, including drug therapies and feeding or breathing tubes, help to increase quality of life and can help to relieve the burden of the disease. Read the new guidelines to offer your ALS patients leading-edge care.