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NCI releases long-awaited study of embalming and increased risk of cancer, concluding: "Duration of embalming practice and related formaldehyde exposures in the funeral industry were associated with statistically significantly increased risk for mortality from myeloid leukemia."
NFDA and "The Director" will publish MUCH more about this in the next few months... cjr
Mortality From Lymphohematopoietic Malignancies and Brain Cancer Among Embalmers Exposed to Formalde
Source: jnci.oxfordjournals.org
, Patricia A. Stewart, Jay H. Lubin, Laura E. Beane Freeman, Richard W. Hornung, Robert F. Herrick, Robert N. Hoover, Joseph F. Fraumeni, Jr, Aaron Blair, Richard B. Hayes
National Funeral Directors Association Here's a 3-minute promo vid about this Sunday's "60 Minutes" segment... cjr
Source: www.cbsnews.com
60 Minutes on CBS News: Kroft's Reporter's Notebook - When it comes to end-of-life care, how expensive is this for people in the U.S? Steve Kroft previews his upcoming "60 Minutes" report.
National Funeral Directors Association "60 Minutes" will air a segment this Sunday evening titled "The Cost of Dying" focusing on the cost of palliative care in hospitals, with an overarching message about how the healthcare system in this country is broken. cjr
Source: www.cbsnews.com
60 Minutes on CBS News: The Cost of Dying - Patients' Last Two Months of Life Cost Medicare $50 Billion Last Year; 60 Minutes, Sunday, Nov. 22, 7 p.m. ET/PT
National Funeral Directors Association
If you couldn't attend the NFDA International Convention
& Expo, the November episode of NFDA-TV is filled with highlights from
convention. And even if you did attend, be sure to tune in and see if you were
caught on camera! In addition, this episode of NFDA-TV explores the
“Reflections: The American Funeral” mobile funera...l museum that NFDA is
sponsoring, the extension of the FTC “red flag” regulation compliance deadline
and more. Visit the link below to view this month's episode.Read More
& Expo, the November episode of NFDA-TV is filled with highlights from
convention. And even if you did attend, be sure to tune in and see if you were
caught on camera! In addition, this episode of NFDA-TV explores the
“Reflections: The American Funeral” mobile funera...l museum that NFDA is
sponsoring, the extension of the FTC “red flag” regulation compliance deadline
and more. Visit the link below to view this month's episode.Read More
Source: iwantmynfdatv.com
Welcome to the future of Targeted Industry Marketing (TIM). OMG National proudly presents NFDA-TV, an association sponsored Internet broadcast that is distributed monthly to 35,000+ NFDA members representing 10,000+ funeral homes throughout the United States. ...
NFDA recently learned that the New Zealand Department of Labor is proposing that its country's formaldehyde exposure standard be reduced to: 0.3 ppm time-weighted average (the U.S. time-weighted average is 0.75 ppm); and 0.6 ppm short-term exposure limit (the U.S...
OSHA has released fact sheets on its new “Workplace Safety and H1N1” Website, http://www.osha.gov/h1n1, which includes general guidance for employers and workers, and specific recommendations for healthcare employers and workers. Th...
National Funeral Directors Association Congratulations to the winners of the 2009 Best of Show Awards!
Source: www.nfda.org
Contact: Jessica Koth, 262-814-1536; Emilee High, 262-814-1547 For Immediate Release:November 18, 2009NFDA: 38-09 Brookfield, Wis. – During the 2009 National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) Int,News Releases
National Funeral Directors Association Congratulations to Duncan Stuart Todd for earning the 2009 Innovation Award!
Source: www.nfda.org
Contact: Jessica Koth, 262-814-1536; Emilee High, 262-814-1547 For Immediate Release:November 18, 2009NFDA: 37-09 Brookfield, Wis. – During the 2009 National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) Int,News Releases
National Funeral Directors Association I know stories like this aren't unique to Wisconsin, but, perhaps, it's wise for funeral directors to remind families about making sure their homes are secure when they leave for the visitation or funeral service. ~Jessica Koth, NFDA
Source: www.jsonline.com
Apparently, burglars are reading death notices and announcements of anniversary parties and using the times of those gatherings to break into people's homes, according to a story in The Capital Times of Madison.
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Did you attend the 2009 NFDA convention in Boston, but couldn’t attend a particular workshop because of a scheduling conflict? Perhaps you were unable to attend the convention but are curious about what you may have missed. You can still benefit from the valuable workshop and educational information provided to convent...ion workshop attendees! Click the link below to download all available convention workshop handouts. ~Jessica Koth, NFDARead More
Source: nfda.org
NFDA's Convention & Expo offers nearly 40 workshops and seminars on the hottest topics presented by the industry's top experts to help you stay informed and up-to-date on crucial issues including,Education
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The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) is offering an early bird registration discount to member funeral homes planning to participate in the 2009-10 Pursuit of Excellence® program. Firms that register by January 15, 2010, will save nearly 10% on the participation fee.
The funeral profession's premier recogn...ition program, Pursuit of Excellence honors NFDA-member funeral homes for their outstanding service to families and communities, and adherence to the highest ethical and professional standards. To achieve NFDA's Pursuit of Excellence Award, participants must demonstrate their commitment to: Complying with state and federal regulations; providing ongoing education and professional development opportunities for staff; offering exceptional programs and resources to bereaved families; maintaining an active level of involvement within the community; participating and actively serving in the funeral service profession; and promoting funeral home services through a variety of marketing, advertising and public relations programs.
Because the needs of families are evolving, funeral homes that participate in NFDA's 2009-10 Pursuit of Excellence program will have an opportunity to fulfill new criteria that address the latest trends and issues significant to those they serve, including online memorialization and green funeral/natural burial options. NFDA has also developed a new, user-friendly online application option that will allow participants to conveniently fill out and submit their entire entry online.
To take advantage of NFDA's Pursuit of Excellence early bird registration price of $250 (regular price, $275), and to access 2009-10 Pursuit of Excellence program materials, visit http://www.nfda.org/pursuitofexcellence . Entry materials for all registrants, including documentation and criteria fulfillment, are due to NFDA by July 15, 2010.
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The funeral profession's premier recogn...ition program, Pursuit of Excellence honors NFDA-member funeral homes for their outstanding service to families and communities, and adherence to the highest ethical and professional standards. To achieve NFDA's Pursuit of Excellence Award, participants must demonstrate their commitment to: Complying with state and federal regulations; providing ongoing education and professional development opportunities for staff; offering exceptional programs and resources to bereaved families; maintaining an active level of involvement within the community; participating and actively serving in the funeral service profession; and promoting funeral home services through a variety of marketing, advertising and public relations programs.
Because the needs of families are evolving, funeral homes that participate in NFDA's 2009-10 Pursuit of Excellence program will have an opportunity to fulfill new criteria that address the latest trends and issues significant to those they serve, including online memorialization and green funeral/natural burial options. NFDA has also developed a new, user-friendly online application option that will allow participants to conveniently fill out and submit their entire entry online.
To take advantage of NFDA's Pursuit of Excellence early bird registration price of $250 (regular price, $275), and to access 2009-10 Pursuit of Excellence program materials, visit http://www.nfda.org/pursuitofexcellence . Entry materials for all registrants, including documentation and criteria fulfillment, are due to NFDA by July 15, 2010.
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The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) is offering an early bird registration discount to member funeral homes planning to participate in the 2009-10 Pursuit of Excellence® program. Firms that register by January 15, 2010, will save nearly 10% on the participation fee....
Chris Wooldridge Another great job by NFDA. When I think this association can't do anymore, they pull something out of their hat. NFDA-TV....what a great idea! Many funeral directors ask me why I treasure this association so much...this is the answer! Cutting edge on funeral service and business. Thanks NFDA!
Ellen Chiavaro Rodriguez What is your thoughts of Walmart selling caskets on line?
