AOCOPM

06/22/2026

Happy Father's Day from AOCOPM to all of our physician dads and dads supporting physicians, balancing work and family! Your hard work does not go unnoticed!

06/19/2026

Juneteenth marks a powerful moment in history.
Today we honor freedom, reflect on the past, and continue working toward equality for all.
Learn more here: https://www.history.com/articles/what-is-juneteenth

06/15/2026

🗓️ Save the date — and save some money.
AOCOPM heads to Las Vegas this October for AM26 at Caesars Palace (Oct 22–25), held with OMED26. AOA members who register AND book the conference hotel together by July 31 get our best available rate.
Specialty CME for occupational, aerospace, and preventive medicine physicians. 14 AOA Category 1-A credits.
More information: aocopm.org/am26

06/15/2026

Today is World Blood Donor Day! Blood donors play a vital role in supporting patients in emergencies, surgeries, and ongoing medical care.
Take a moment to learn more, find a donation center near you, and see how you can help: https://www.redcrossblood.org/

06/10/2026

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Bemotrizinol protects against both ultraviolet A and B rays, has low absorption through the skin, and is safe for adults and children 6 months and older, according to the FDA.

06/08/2026

AOCOPM's 2026 Annual Educational Conference is headed to Las Vegas, held in conjunction with OMED26 at Caesars Palace, October 22–25.
This is specialty CME built specifically for occupational and preventive medicine physicians — not a general track you have to filter for relevance. Sessions span silicosarcoidosis, PTSD presentation after injury with OMT, aviation safety and pilot/ATC non-disclosure cases, human trafficking recognition, and smarter cardiovascular screening for occ med.
In-person registration also includes access to the on-demand platform, so you don't lose the sessions you can't attend live.
Register: https://registration.experientevent.com/ShowAOA261

06/05/2026

Posttraumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is a mental health concern that some people develop after they see or experience a traumatic event.
Learn more about PTSD and take a confidential self-screen here: https://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand/assessment/screening.asp

06/02/2026

During National CPR & AED Awareness Week, take a moment to learn a skill that could save a life.
Find CPR/AED training, classes, and safety tips through the American Heart Association: American Heart Association CPR Training

06/02/2026

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