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As part of University of Arizona’s ongoing efforts to bring prevention research and healthy living guidance to the community, the January 2015 meeting will focus specifically on how to translate the health benefits of the diet/lifestyle to the US (and the Southwest). 

The conference will be held January 28-30, 2015 at the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona.

Featured events and speakers:

• Opening reception at the Tucson Museum of Art, featuring the National Geographic Blue Zones Project Team, and Arizona chefs, wine growers, farmers, and tasting opportunities!
• Renowned international scientific faculty, including leaders in the field of Mediterranean diet research presenting the latest science in diet, health promotion, and disease prevention
• Networking opportunities with attendees, faculty, and students and opportunities to showcase research, education, and community outreach related to disease prevention
• Presentations by Arizona growers, vendors, and educators providing attendees with tasting opportunities, healthy meal prep ideas, and where to find local products that help make healthy eating easy in the Southwest

Registration and abstract submission site for the conference is now open! We welcome your support. Please follow this link for more information.