Abstract LB-49: Surviving by empowerment

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Abstract Men's Health Network (MHN) is a national non-profit organization whose mission is to reach men, boys, and their families where theylive, work, play, and pray with health prevention messages and tools, screening programs, educational materials, advocacy opportunities, and patient navigation. MHN was founded in 1992 by a group of men's activists, therapists, and writers interested in improving the health and well-being of men, boys and families. It is a nonprofit incorporated in the District of Columbia. MHN has also been designated as a tax exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Service code. MHN has received the highest rating (4 stars) from Charity Navigator. Men's Health Network (MHN) is undertaking a series of free state symposia on the health of men and their families around the country. MHN is presenting these symposia as an effort to educate health professionals and the public-at-large about significant family health issues. The symposia create awareness of such issues with state policy leaders, elected officials, and healthcare leaders as they deal with the reality of rising health care costs. These state symposia also create opportunities for additional networking for community outreach organizations throughout the state, as well as encourage preventative health measures and physician and patient dialogue. Among those invited to participate are: local, regional, and state public health department officials, key legislators, advocacy groups, medical associations, patient advocacy organizations, churches/parishes, community health leaders, and healthcare providers. Citation Format: {Authors}. {Abstract title} [abstract]. In: Proceedings of the 103rd Annual Meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research; 2012 Mar 31-Apr 4; Chicago, IL. Philadelphia (PA): AACR; Cancer Res 2012;72(8 Suppl):Abstract nr LB-49. doi:1538-7445.AM2012-LB-49