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New QIHC Prep Course on Sale

By Natalie Paskoski posted 6 days ago
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NSH is now offering an online prep course to prepare individuals for the ASCP IHC Qualification Exam. The NSH QIHC Prep Course is intended to provide participants with an overview of the principles and practices of immunohistochemistry in an effort to comprehensively prepare them for the ASCP’s QIHC examination. The course covers the topic areas outlined by the ASCP’s published exam topic outline, and offers suggestions for not only trying to meet the minimum requirements, but also become knowledgeable enough to be truly ‘qualified’. Click here to purchase or learn more .  The course includes: 3 hours of instruction An indexed study guide containing ...
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Earn 1 Free CEU- HPD Crossword

By Natalie Paskoski posted 13 days ago
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In celebration of Histotechnology Professionals Day, NSH members can earn 1 free contact hour when they complete the HPD crossword puzzle before March 8th. Visit the NSH HPD webpage to download and submit the crossword puzzle.
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Complete NSH's Membership Survey

By Natalie Paskoski posted 13 days ago
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This month, NSH will be conducting a membership survey, with the goal of determining   what our members need so NSH can provide the best value possible to our membership. The survey will come from independent survey group, Avenue M. When you receive the survey link, please take a moment to complete it. The survey will remain open until February 26th. Participants will be entered to win one of ten, $50 Amazon Gift Cards. We value your input and thank you for your participation.  Results of the survey will be reviewed and recommendations will be made to the Board and the House of Delegates. Stay tuned for updates after the completion of the survey
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Submit Your Stain to Art of the Stain Contest

By Natalie Paskoski posted 20 days ago
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Staining is just as much about art as it is about science! Show off your creative side by submitting your unique, cool, and beautiful stains to NSH’s Art of the Stain Contest. Members will vote on their favorite stain. The winner will have their stain featured as the logo for Histology Professionals Day 2020. Submit here
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QIHC Prep Course Coming Soon

By Natalie Paskoski posted 20 days ago
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Coming soon: NSH Online QIHC Prep Course!  The NSH QIHC Prep Course is intended to provide participants with an overview of the principles and practices of immunohistochemistry in an effort to comprehensively prepare them for the ASCP’s QIHC examination. The course covers the topic areas outlined by the ASCP’s published exam topic outline, and offers suggestions for not only trying to meet the minimum requirements, but also become knowledgeable enough to be truly ‘qualified’. Learn More.
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S/C 2019 Abstract Submission Now Open

By Natalie Paskoski posted 01-16-2019
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NSH is now accepting abstract submissions for the Annual Symposium/Convention, in New Orleans, LA, September 20-25th.  The program will cover both clinical and research histology topics and will have a variety of presentation styles - lecture, interactive roundtables, hands-on demonstrations and panel discussions.  Click to learn more about the program.   All abstracts must be submitted electronically by February 8, 2018.   Abstracts received after the deadline or with incomplete information will not be considered.  Click here to submit your abstract.    Important Dates January 4:  Online Abstract Submissions Open  February 8 : Online Abstract Submission ...
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Join NSH in March at ASCL's Legislative Symposium

By Natalie Paskoski posted 01-04-2019
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NSH members will again meet with their Representatives and Senators on Capitol Hill as a united front on behalf of our profession along with ASCLS, CLMA, ASCP, AGT, and AMT members. NSH will join these leading organizations March 18-29 in Alexandria, VA. We encourage you to come be a part of this unified front on behalf of histology to make our concerns known to Congress. Histology professionals and leaders are needed to come to Washington, D.C. to provide a presence and informed voice to make our concerns know inside congress.  Visit ASCLS’s website to learn more and register. Be sure to indicate you are with NSH, so that we may assist you in scheduling ...
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Histotechnology Professionals Day T-Shirts On Sale

By Natalie Paskoski posted 01-04-2019
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T-shirts for Histotechnology Professionals Day 2019 are now on sale!   Show your histology pride in your workplace on HPD, which will be observed this year on Friday, March 8th, 2019. In order to allow adequate time for shipping and printing, all orders must be received by February 2nd. Click here to download the order form
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Student Scholarships Now Open

By Natalie Paskoski posted 01-04-2019
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NSH is now accepting applications for student scholarships. Student scholarship applicants must be current NSH student members, enrolled in a NAACLS approved histology program. Five scholarships are available. Applications must be submitted by March 1 to be considered. Click here to learn more.
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Contact Bureau of Labor Statistics: Fix Lab Wage Reporting

By Natalie Paskoski posted 10-22-2018
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Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) stopped reporting wage and employment data on medical laboratory scientists/technologists (MLSs) and medical laboratory technicians (MLTs).  Histotechnicians (HTs) and Histotechnologists (HTLs) are also included in this category. Instead, the Bureau, without warning, began aggregating its data, providing only that data that reflects broadly on the laboratory profession. NSH and the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) are concerned that BLS's action here marginalizes laboratory professionals and could damage our field. Here's why… BLS data is used by scores of users ...
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Congratulations to NSH's Award Winners

By Natalie Paskoski posted 09-27-2018
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NSH is pleased to announce 2018’s awards and scholarships recipients. Awards and scholarships are given to members to honor dedication to the profession and support new advancement in the field. Applications for 2019 awards and scholarships will open February 4 th . Luminary Award Marilyn Gamble Weber Marilyn Gamble Weber is the 2018 recipient of the NSH Luminary Award, an award given by the NSH President to recognize an individual who has generously provided NSH with leadership, mentorship, education and advocacy. Marilyn is a founding Board member of NSH. She has lead the Society as President and Secretary, and was instrumental in developing NSH’s ...
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CAP and NSH Announce New Digital Reference Tool, for use in HQIP Programs

By Natalie Paskoski posted 05-29-2018
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CAP and NSH Announce New Digital Reference Tool, for use in HQIP Programs  The College of American Pathology and the National Society for Histotechnology (NSH) are pleased to announce a new Digital Reference Tool, which will allow subscribers to the HQIP Program, to view the evaluation for their submitted slides, including comments, annotated digital slide images, and possible solutions, online through an E-Lab Solutions Suite. This new tool will make it easy for labs to use their H&E HQIP Program submissions for troubleshooting, continuing education, competency assessment, or as an educational tool for laboratory staff. The Digital Reference Tool ...
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ASCP Wage and Vacancy Survey

By Natalie Paskoski posted 05-02-2018
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NSH's partners at the American Society for Clinical Pathology have asked for our help gathering data for their biennial Wage and Vacancy Survey. The survey addresses vacancies and certification requirements of clinical laboratory staff.  Learn more about the survey.  If you are a laboratory or HR professional who is in charge of hiring or staffing, please take the time to complete this survey. The survey will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. The survey will remain open until May 31, 2018.  Complete the survey . The results of the 2016-2017 Wage and Vacancy Survey have been recently released. They are available to view here.     Thank you for ...
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Congratulations to Our Student Scholarship Winners

By Natalie Paskoski posted 04-18-2018
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This year NSH was able to award five Student Scholarships! We would like to congratulate all our winners, as well as wish a special thank you to Newcomer Supply, Sakura Finetek, Thermo Scientific, and Avantik for their gracious sponsorships!  Winners of the 2018 Student Scholarship Awards   NSH Student Scholarship Jessica Gilmartin Avantik Student Scholarship Sandra Marsh   Irwin S. Learner Student Scholarship sponsored by Thermo Fisher Scientific Vivani Pickering   Newcomer Supply Student Scholarship Samantha Tongue   Sakura Finetek Student Scholarship Jonathan Ventura   Congratulations to ...
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NSH Responds to CMS Request for Information

By Aubrey Wanner posted 03-21-2018
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NSH Responds to CMS Request for Information:   Revisions to Personnel Regulations, Proficiency Testing Referral, Histocompatibility Regulations and Fee Regulations Under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) [CMS-3326-NC] . NSH joined the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification and its professional partners in responding to the above request. In addition NSH submitted its own response with a focus on histology.  We believe providing a united esponse from the clinical laboratory community should have the highest impact.  We thank every member who took the respond to respond invidivudally.  Overall the ...
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Listen to NSH's New Podcast Series AwardsCast

By Aubrey Wanner posted 03-21-2018
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Applications for NSH's Awards and Scholarships Program are  now open , and to celebrate, NSH has launched a new podcast series,  AwardsCast , hosted by Awards Committee Chair, Liz Chlipala. In this series, recipients of 2017's awards, discuss the inspiring projects these awards have funded, including the establishment of a histology lab in Nepal, teaching histology in inner city schools, and earning a Master's Degree.  Click here to liste
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2018 Symposium/Convention Accepting Abstracts

By Aubrey Wanner posted 02-08-2018
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The NSH Convention Program Team is seeking a variety of topics for the 44th Annual NSH Symposium/Convention scheduled for September 21-26, 2018 in St. Louis, MO . NSH aims to construct a well-balanced program for both clinical and non-clinical Histotechnologists. We are especially looking for advanced level topics - our attendees are seeking advanced instruction and exposure to new and cutting edge techniques/information. View Histoconvention Websit
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Election Nominations Open

By Aubrey Wanner posted 02-08-2018
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NSH is now accepting nominations for the 2018 Board of Directors election. Members may self-nominate, or be nominated by another member for the following elected offices: President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Region Directors. Interested candidates must complete a nomination form , which will be used to provide information about the candidate to the membership at the time of voting. Completed forms must be emailed to the Nominations-Election Committee Chair, John Shelley , prior to March 16th to be considered. For more information about the election, and the responsibilities of the Board of Directors, visit the NSH 2018 election page .
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NSH to Join ASCLS Annual Legislative Symposium

By Aubrey Wanner posted 02-08-2018
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NSH is proud to join the American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science for its Annual Legislative Symposium. The symposium originated in 1989, and NSH is excited to be one of the organizations which will be meeting with Representatives and Senators on Capitol Hill as a unified front on behalf of our profession. The 2018 Legislative Symposium will be held March 19-20 at the Hilton Alexandria Old Town in Alexandria, VA. Early Bird registration rates are available until 2/16/18
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