Viewer comments from SPHRIMH 2009

2. “This is an excellent forum for dissemination of research results documenting disparities across disciplines. I greatly appreciate the opportunity for off-site learning made possible through the webcast.” (via webcast on a computer monitor) Chicago, Illinois

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3. “Very interesting information. Webcasts provide the option to stay abreast of public health information during a restricted travel period.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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4. “I am unable to view this videoconference because it keeps cutting out and stopping every few seconds. Therefore I am not able to understand what is being said or able to follow along. This is too bad because I've been looking forward to this for a long time. You can use all of this comment.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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5. “I was unable to see the video, but I was able to listen to it. I don't know what the problem was with my transmission, it was probably something I did not do on my end. I enjoyed listening to all the speakers especially Dr. Weaver” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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6. “I preregistered - I have been receiving promotional messages about this for months - and I tested my connection and clicked on the link before time. I left the room and when I came back it was a few minutes after the conference had started but I had no feed. I have been trying to load the program unsuccessfully for the past hour and sent an email to the support email listed on the website. there is nothing technically wrong with my internet connection - why so heavily promote if you can't support the bandwidth? what is the advantage of pre-registration if we can't get priority for accessing the program???? I am very busy and blocked out time for this - it really feels like a waste now, if I wanted archives, I wouldn't have bothered with trying to schedule the love webcast - I can't ask questions, etc.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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12. “Excellent webcast; very worthwhile!” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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13. “The slides were hard to read on the video so I brought the powerppt files up in a second screen to the side. I would like references from Dr. Freudenberg. Is there a brief summarizing the evidence that is appropriate to provide school administrators and policy makers?” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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14. “Dina Castro pretty much read her slides, which really diminshed the presentation. The other presenters were quite good -- knowledgeable & interesting with a lot of valuable research.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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18. “The speakers were excellent and I appreciated the diversity in experience and background which really spoke to the intergenerational viewers of the videoconference and particularly, those in our communities who are underserved and underrepresented whom are faced with the reality of health and racial disparities on a day-to-day basis. This conference is integral to helping bridge these gaps by encouraging and facilitating 'TRUE' dialogue about the disparaging outcomes of certain racial, ethnic groups in our communities in an effort to develop solutions that are not just profitable, but that actually work.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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19. “Everything went fine. The only thing that I would recommend to look into for future videoconferences was whether all the microphones are working at the time of the presentations. While this may have been checked before the videoconference started, at least one presentation was hard to follow because of sound issues (either too low or was off).” (studio audience)

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20. “I wasn't able to watch today but I plan to watch the archives. I'm glad they're available.”

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21. “Amazing that I can"attend"a conference in North Carolina from my office in Davis, California. The videoconference made it possible for me to listen to very interesting presentations, particularly in an area that I have a great interest in, health disparities.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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23. “Very interesting!” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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24. “Excellent panel of speakers. They all shared information relevant to our current efforts in addressing health disparities. We must continue the work to go beyond public health and reach out to non-traditioanal partners so that we can better leverage public and non-public financial resources.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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26. “We were not able to connect to the webcast- and the Multicast Monitoring & Support claimed they couldn't troubleshoot the issue, and were not able to view the webcast live. Our group was very disappointed, as they were looking forward to the program”

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29. “I registered to participate from my desktop, but was unable to establish a connection. I will try to access the archived version.”

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31. “Since my question did not get asked due to time constraints I am sure, may want to continue this discussion with regards to utilization. The fous of answers were majorily policy and funding driven, however there are instances where funding has been arranged and access to services created but utilization of services by minorities is not happening. Why? / / Also, the challenge of school policies in urban centers such as Newark, NJ where children with mental health issues are coming to school and the school has limited recourse and parents are in denial. / / Overall, I appreciate the opportunity to have access to a venue where minority health issues, scientific and applied research outcomes are discussed. Thank you for making the video conferencing option available for working professionals like myself who are also at a distance from such a wonderful resource. Your website and archived webcasts and resource materials are also greatly appreciated. Please continue offering this resource for professionals and students who seek continued learning. / / Sharese Porter, MPH, CHES / Doctoral Student, Urban Health-Joint Program in Urban Systems-Rutgers University, University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ-New Jersey Institute of Technology / New Jersey” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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32. “The overall quality of presentations was great. However, considering the topic at hand, there was very little novel correlation between the two issues. I would've like to have seen more"integration"and a little less observation.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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33. “All speakers were knowledgeable of the topic.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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34. “I was not able to gain access the webcast”

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35. “This presentation solidified my committment to school based health programming and highlighted the need to advocate for new funding formula's if we are to truely achieve educational and health equity.” (via webcast on a computer monitor) Sudbury, Ontario, Canada

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38. “All speakers were excellent and very well versed in the subject matter. The webinar was excellent.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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41. “I was never able to log on! After a 30 attempt (1:15 to 1:45)! Most of the folk here in DPH were not able to connect. We even tried getting together in one location for a bit and that didn't connect either.....” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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42. “have notes and or slides for all presenters” (via webcast on a computer monitor) Reading, PA

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43. “We held a small community viewing and had a short discussion that followed focused on NH challenges and issues pertaining to the topics. The videoconference was a great way for our group to jump-start our local discussions. / The information was relevant to the work we do in reducing/eliminating gaps and deficits in education and health. Speakers were informative and insightful and the Q&A was also helpful in understanding the issues across the states. We are looking at this model and future videoconferencing for further group dialogue and educational opportunities. /” (via webcast on a computer projector) Concord, NH

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44. “Unfortunately... I was unable to long on... perhaps I will be able to next year! Good Luck!” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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45. “Great topic. Speaker from NY City University was my favorite. I'm not sure if it is an internal issue at my organization, but the connection was really bad during the last presentation (Ms Sparks?)” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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46. “The videoconference was a real learning experience for me as a graduate student. In the future I think it would be useful to include some perspectives for those in the field of library and information sciences. As a student specializing in health sciences I would really like to know how information professionals can help make a difference.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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47. “The conference ran smoothly and seemed to be well organized. Appropriate time was spent with each presenter. The topics were varied yet related which gave a general overview of specific population needs. / / Suzanne Palmer, MPH, MPA / Olmsted Medical Center - Research Dept.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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50. “Speakers mikes did not pick up in the auditorium at several times during the program. I could hear OK, but not very well. This opportunity to hear from researchers in the field is having a significant impact on my thinking. I'm not sure exactly how this will translate into action, but I anticipate that I will be doing a number of things that will help others understand the importance of these issues, and that I will be a better informed advocate of policy changes a local, state, and federal levels.” (studio audience)

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52. “I handle recording and distribution at ADH. Thank you for the help and infromation on getting this broadcast to my customere base Arkansas Department of Health Office of minority health.” (at a satellite downlink site)

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54. “all speakers were well informed and conveyed their message in a manner the lay person could understand” (studio audience)

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55. “I would just like to thank the organizers efforts in bringing together experts to speak on the area of intersectionality. I would also like to thank you for putting a lot of effort into making sure that multiple communities of color were represented in the research that was shared, but also in the selection of speakers. I believe having panelists that were both women and men of color was truly beneficial for your audience (especially the students present in the studio). I look forward to next years conference and will definitely recommend it to my colleagues!” (studio audience)

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57. “At least one of the topics discussed is being practiced in various areas of the country such as school based health centers. The health centers serve as a plus for students and parents who may have comfort in knowing that some medical issues their child may have can be addressed within the confines of the educational institution. Student's no longer have to miss school because of outdated vaccinations and physicals since the school based health center can provide those services.” (via webcast on a computer monitor) St Louis, MO

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58. “I would suggest Violence as a Public Health Issue for one of your upcoming videoconferences. Homicide is the leading killer of black males 15-24.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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59. “As a lay person who is concerned about disparity issues I tuned into the conference. The conference was enjoyable, although most of the information did not seem new. I was looking for more in depth material. Nonetheless, I did particularly like the handouts as they seemed to have more of the information I was looking for including proposed solutions to disparity issues. I hope to be a better advocate in my community using those tools.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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62. “I thought that the presenters were excellent at presenting the problems and issues involved. That wasn't easy, since many of use, I think, have not thought out the connectins between education and health previously. I would have liked more direction towards new directions in research on the issues, whether descriptive analytical, intervention planning-implementation-evaluation.” (via webcast on a computer monitor) Indianapolis, IN

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65. “I was watching it with group of public health researchers and public health and education professionals and we simply didn't see much depth in the discussion. It just seemed very elemental and glossed over some very complex issues (e.g., the role of families in the education-health nexus).” (via webcast on a computer projector) Minneapolis, MN

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66. “I am a state government researcher on these issues, and I thought the video-conference was by and large not addressed to researchers. There were a couple of ideas here and there that I could use, but overall I did not find new research directions that I could work on.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Minneapolis, MN

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67. “I would have liked to hear some concrete ideas of what public health officials, educators, and policy advocates are doing to bridge this gap between health and education. I head a lot about what the research shows, however, practical, everyday examples were a bit lacking. This is an area that is of interest to me and for the last few years I've been brainstorming potential avenues, particularly the establishment of a non-profit to address these issues. My main concern, as was resounded by all of the panelist is procuring the funding for such an endeavor. /” (via webcast on a computer monitor) Charlotte, NC

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68. “Thanks for a thought provoking session! I would have been interested in hearing more about solutions versus studying the problem. What about highlighting some successful programs that areintegrating public health and education? I know Freudenberg cautioned against thinking about 1 specific program versus principles, I do think there are examples out there where school-based health centers have played a role in things other than physical health that have in turn played a role in educational attainment. Also we need to make the link to root causes and thinking upstream. What is the role of institutional racism in all of this? How do we begin to dismantle this in our policies, etc?” (studio audience)

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69. “I have shared content with members of the NC School Community Health Alliance, and the State Leadership Network through the National Assembly on School-Based Health Care. I have also recommended that they look for the webcast online. Really a great panel and terrific overview of the issues with some solid recommendations. / / Connie Parker, Executive Director, NC School Community Health Alliance” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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72. “Usually the audio/visual was good, but there were times when the reception seemed to go in and out, making it difficult to catch everything that was said. Also, when using the full screen option, the slide presentations became blurry.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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73. “I didn't learn anything new through this webcast. Dr. Furstenberg was a great speaker and seemed to have the best content. In the future, for this subject is would be great to hear more about innovative national projects that are successful in breaking the cycle of institutional racism. We all know that this won't happen unless policies change, it would be great to have speakers address how to engage affected populations through policy change.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Seattle, Washington

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74. “Each of the speakers contributed useful information regarding the state of struggle and endurance of disparities among the at-risk populations discussed. The evidence they each provided were credible, succinct, and appropriately invited public and professional response. / / Dr. Nicholas A. Freudenberg introduced the topic of public health professionals' need to become involved in educational issues that impact health, i.e., high school completion and in-school health centers as part of a public health intervention. Brilliant! After discussing components to improve health (including school completion), his appeal went beyond simple school drop-out rates and into systemic societal chasms that beg for research and accurate data regarding the ongoing destructive impact of racial, economic, and political discrimination and disparities. I agree with him that basic human rights are being denied and should be faced, addressed, and changed. As a public health educator, I believe Dr. Freudenberg's discussion regarding social epidemiology had the strongest positive impact on my reaction to the presentation. / / I am a doctoral student in Public Health, with an emphasis on community promotion and education. I attended this discussion hoping to identify an intervention program that I could focus my attention on for an ongoing course (Program Design, Implementation and Evaluation). I plan on contacting Dr. Freudenberg for input regarding his suggested program ideas (in-school health centers and high school completion) so that the lessons can be intergrated with an undestanding of the political avenues of social change.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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75. “All four of the speakers presented valuable statistics and information that I had not been aware of before the conference regarding health disparities and education. I really enjoyed listening to the speaker who spoke about Native American Health challenges since that is a minority group that I feel is neglected much too often in health care in the general news. -Sarah Pellizzari” (studio audience) Raleigh, NC

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77. “The speakers were well informed and their information was timely/helpful for me.As a white RN joyfully working in an African American Church located in a diverse urban setting, I need current information /solutions to assist clients with inquities / disparities. Austin, Tx. has had a recent spike in preterm births in African Americans (nearly 19%.) We don't have answers yet for the causes of this crisis. If anyone has addressed this problem in their community with this population, I would appreciate their data / thoughts.Thank you.” U-T Austin 1700 Red River Street, Austin,Texas

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78. “I would like to see more focus on solutions and evidence based interventions. We all agree there are problems, what are some solutions? Other than money?? Working smarter to resolve issues. It would be of interest to feature groups that have had success in resolution of or improvement in disparities.” (studio audience)

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80. “It was a thrilling experience for me.I have never attended a videoconference before, and it was liked I was there in the real conference. The information from every single speaker definitely related to and helped my work as a pediatric nurse at Public Health clinic. Thank you for holding the conference this way so people from the other side of the country can still attending.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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82. “for the most part it was material I had heard before. However, I really liked the last two speakers, the gentleman from NY and the Native American lawyer. they had new informaiton I had not previously heard” (via webcast on a computer projector) Seattle, WA

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85. “Ms. Sparks (Indian/Alaskan Nation executive director) was most informative. / I definitely have a better understanding of some of their health issues.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Tallahassee, Florida

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86. “"I was very impressed by the information presented about the Native Children's Agenda. It inspires me to further increase my knowledge on the activities, issues, an concerns that are taking place in the Native American and Alaskan Native communities."I as well appreciated the information provided about health interventions for improving school completion.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Nashville, TN

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87. “Provied a similar opportunity with students as presenters (maybe graduate students to begin), so different perspectives might be provided.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Nashville, Tennessee

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88. “I found the 3rd speaker Nicholas Freudenberg the most informative and most important. The correlations of having access to health care of some importance but the social system that create inequity in our social systems are the biggest contributor to poor health outcomes/status. Our school system is a barometer of inequities in commuities of color and poor.” (via webcast on a computer monitor) Pawtucket, RI

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89. “There is no doubt that educational inequities and health disparities are interconnected. However their solutions are probably not. Health disparities can be solved by reforming the healthcare system (hopefully under way currently). Educational inequities need funding reform. The elephant in the room is that funding is largely dependent on local property taxes, guaranteeing inequity.” (studio audience)

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90. “I thought each presenter did an extremely good job in their presentation. The utilization of representatives from each"ethnic"group discussed was effective and provided the perspective of that particular group was made clear and understandable. This made for interesting contrasts and comparisons. The cross section of opinions and emperical data made the presentation even more interesting as it gave cause for the various differences from a first person perspective as to make it much more meaningful and understandable.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Nashville, TN

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92. “this video conference was quite interesting. I just hope policy makers crafting current healthcare reform policy would have seen it. / / I would love to see/hear research results on the impact of wellness programs, urban gardens and lack of access to healthy food in the communities described during the converence.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Nashville, Tennessee

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95. “In the future, could you speak to issues of educational inequities and health disparities for minority Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs?” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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96. “I am always interested in the latest data and impact of that data that these conferences bring to everyone. The ability to participate from a distance is very helpful. Keep up the great work that you do.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Des Moines, Iowa

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97. “Too often public health and education agencies seem to be competing for funding from the same pots of money. At times this can result in the appearnace that they are adversaries fighting for self survival rather than partners collaborating to reach common goals.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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99. “Speakers were not interesting and topics not new. I was disappointed and did not even finish looking at the videoconference.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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100. “There were technical problems that took away from the speakers, loss of volume.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Nashville, Tennessee

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101. “I was particularly glad to hear both speakers: Freudenberg (unsure of spelling) and Lillian Sparks. Thank you for ensuring that American Indian & Alaska Native people's issues were at the table.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Seattle, WA

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102. “I was unable to see the video, but I was able to listen to it. I don't know what the problem was with my transmission, it was probably something I did not do on my end. I enjoyed listening to all the speakers especially Dr. Weaver” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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103. “Experiences of racism within the healthcare system” (at a satellite downlink site) Austin, Texas

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104. “I was unable to join you due to unexpected scheduling conflict.”

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105. “I was unable to connect to the video conference.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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106. “I was unable to access the videoconference. It kept trying to connect, and I tried several times logging in and out to no avail. / / If you have any of the materials, can you please email them to me at: Gina.Luttrell@Cigna.com /”

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108. “I was unable to participate due to a last minute change in my work schedule. I really regretted missing the program and hope it will be posted to the website.”

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109. “Not able to access the webcast after multiple attempts. If you plan to archive it, could you send out an email about that? I could try again, maybe with better success.”

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111. “I did not get to participate due to a scheduling conflict”

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112. “I was unable to participate due to a scheduling conflict. It would be great if an edited version could be made available with the highlights of the conference extracted for us.”

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113. “I got frustrated with my connection as it had to rebuffer the stream several times. Finally I decided to stop trying to watch the live broadcast, and hope that the link would be available for download at a later time.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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114. “It could not be accessed in my office or by the group signed up to see it in a meeting room.”

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115. “Email reply sent 18 Jun 2009 - and a previous one, too (need to add"did not attend"or"was unable to view"to this form! / / I was not able to attend on June 9 due to videoconferencing problems and given the length of the web cast and the fact that I leave on vacation in a few days, I don't have another block of time set aside before then, like I did that day.”

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116. “Hi, I was not able to participate because our building lost power and I was unable to connect. I tried to join but the conference had ended by the time our power had returned. My apologies.”

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117. “I was not able to participate in the web conference because of techinical reasons.”

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118. “I really enjoyed the subjects, it opened my eyes wider to Social Justice within our healthcare system” (via webcast on a computer projector) Seattle, Washington

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119. “Due to techinical difficulties, I was unable to view the videoconference.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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121. “Interesting connections made between education and health.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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122. “unable to attend but plan to view the recording”

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125. “I was unable to participate because of technical difficulties. I check my computer capability to link prior to the day of the presentation and it worked. When I went to join on the day and time, it did not connect.”

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126. “Unfortunately, I had to leave the video conference 5 minutes after it started.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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127. “I was unable to attend due to a conflict of schedule but I plan to visit the archived link”

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130. “Too much emphasis on describing problems, too little on effectiveness of possible solutions” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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134. “I would suggest that the studio audience arrives and is seated before the start of the broadcast. This was a very informative and inspirational conference that highlighted key areas of concern while promoting ways to change the outcome of those disparities.” (studio audience) Chapel Hill, NC

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136. “I was unable to view the video conference due to a last minute meeting.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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137. “Very knowledgeable speakers who provided compelling data supporting educational disparities as a public health issue.” (studio audience)

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139. “Great information...awesome medium and format for gathering people from far and wide.” (via webcast on a computer monitor) Salem, OR

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140. “I wasn't able to attend” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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141. “I was not able to attend the video conference because of schedule conflict.”

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142. “Unfortunately I was not able to attend as an unexpected obligation arose at the last minute. But I heard from my colleages that is was very good!” Seattle, Washington

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143. “I was unable to view the Videoconference due to electrical problem at the Portland State Office Building from just minutes before the conference began, lasting at least 3 hours. I was very disappointed.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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144. “I applaud your effort to make public a session with experts in the area of minority health. Perhaps because of my long exposure to these issues, I found the conference helpful but not groundbreaking. I would have liked to have heard more ideas of innovative approaches, reports on successful trials, and other practical approaches to making changes in this longstanding problem.”

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146. “I found a lot of the material provided repetitive. Also, much of what was presented were facts and statistics that I was already familiar with. Aside from the last presenter, there was nothing new and fresh.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Boston, MA

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148. “I'm sorry that I was not able to participate in the videoconference. I still hope to watch it soon.”

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151. “I was only able to watch for the first hour. The connection became too slow and I had to disconnect from the live stream.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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153. “I was unable to attend the event”

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155. “I could not access the webcast”

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157. “Hello, unfortunately I was unable to attend due to personal reasons. Therefore, I have no comments in regards to the videoconference. Thank you for your interest in my evaluation. / / Best, Blanca Gutierrez”

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161. “I always enjoy these videoconferences and learn a great deal from each and every one I am privileged to attend.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Winston-Salem, NC

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162. “I'm so sorry to have been unable to participate in this conference. I participated in a past UNC minority health webinar and found it to be inspiring and top quality, so I'm sure I missed something worthwhile. Thanks.” Iowa City, IA

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163. “This vidoeconference was excellent. It enhanced what I am currently doing with the Forsyth County Department of Public Health's Healthy Community Coalition.” (at a satellite downlink site) Winston-Salem/WSSU, North Carolina

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164. “I watched Nicholos Freudenberg because I am doing my thesis on the topic he spoke about in the video conference. It was very helpful.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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165. “While I was excited about"attending"this webinar, I was unable to because it conflicted with my patient scheduling. I will listen to the archive in the next day or so.”

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166. “I am extremly sorry that I missed the conference, we had a financial emergency with our phones. I know that I can't make it up, I don't know what to do at this point.”

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170. “Very interesting conference. in future, please provide email address to send questions under the webcast, so that participants can have it at hand, just as you provided the technical support email and phone below on that same webcast page.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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172. “I was not able to access the videoconference on my computer. The test run went fine a day or so prior to the videoconference, but my computer didn't cooperate on the day of the actual videoconference. I spent at 45 minutes getting technical assistance from the IT staff here at the NC Division of Public Health and also from the phone number provided on the videoconference webpage and still was unable to access. Technology can be tricky, but I think we'll get better at it with time. I'm sorry that I wasn't able to join in the videoconference. Thanks for trying to make it available.”

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173. “Unable to participate due to schedule conflict. Plan to view archive version. Thanks for making the presentation available.”

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175. “I did not participate due to a schedule conflict. Thank you for the opportunity.”

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176. “Have slides about relevant issues on screen during breaks (to set up panel).” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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177. “Unfortunately, I was not able to attend or remotely participate in this wonderful videoconference due to work place demands.”

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178. “I was unable to participate in the scheduled conference. A family emergency came up.”

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179. “The conference was excellent at looking at the relationship between education and health along with the connection to SES and other determinants of health. Jean Davison, Clinical Assistant Professor at UNC, School of Nursing.” (via webcast on a computer monitor)

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181. “I was unable to attend due to scheduling conflicts. Nothing you could have prevented.”

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183. “I was unable to attend the video conference”

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184. “In order to receive more questions from the audience and those that are on the webinar, may you please limit the amount of time for the speakers response. / / I greatly appreciate the representation of American Indians, please continue to do so. / / Continue to have represntatives of all minority groups /” (via webcast on a computer monitor) Albany, New York

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185. “All speakers appeared knowledgeable about the subject matter. One speaker (Dr. Castro) read the slides and added little to discussion - this was disappointing. Perhaps having a"town hall"meeting involving community members would lend another perspective to this topic.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Albany, New York

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186. “I was not able to attend due to scheduling conflicts.”

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187. “I was unable to view the Videoconference due to an unexpected schedule conflict. This Video conference is always up-to-date with topics of critical importance. Thanks for the commitment and collective efforts that went into developing this Videoconference. I hope it is possible to view it on your Website. My past experience relative to the UNC-Chapel Hill Minority Health Videoconference has always been rich and edifying.”

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188. “I thought all of the information was very informative. I was very inpressed how the presentations were imposed on the webcast as a slideshow. It was very well organized.” (via webcast on a computer projector) Chapel Hill, NC

An additional 67 comments were received but the submitter did not authorize public posting.

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SPHRIMH 2009, compiled 08/05/2009