Wrangell NNN Represented at Wrangell, AK July Events
Tammi Meissner represented the Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium and National Native Network at Wrangell's July fishing derbies, promoting the Alaska Quit Line to over 500 attendees. She raised awareness about cigarette butts as toxic waste while connecting with visitors from Southeast Alaska and beyond.
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Over 300 Attend Jim Beard Memorial Fishing Derby
Over 300 community members from Prince of Wales Island gathered for the Jim Beard Memorial Fishing Derby in Thorne Bay, Alaska. The Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium and National Native Network promoted the Alaska Quit Line while raising awareness about cigarette butts as toxic waste.
Women's Screening Funding Available for Increasing Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening rates in your Community!
The Great Plains Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program announces community funding to increase cancer screening rates across tribal and urban Indian organizations in the Great Plains region. Tribes and nonprofits serving American Indians in North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa can apply for grants implementing evidence-based interventions. Application deadline: August 10, 2018.
Training Opportunity 2018 IHS Cancer Support Leadership Training
Join the 2018 IHS Cancer Support Leadership Training in Billings, Montana, July 20-22. Learn relationship building, emotional support skills, and how to establish cancer support groups for Native American communities. Free for American Indian and Alaska Native individuals. Travel scholarships available. Limited spots—apply by June 29, 2018.
nnn May 2018 National Native Network Newsletter
Discover the May 2018 National Native Network Newsletter featuring essential updates for Native communities. Explore upcoming webinars, Alaska's new public smoking ban, colorectal cancer awareness initiatives, and inspiring quit-smoking success stories from Michigan Native Americans. Learn about the Inter-Tribal Council's social media launch and much more impactful community news.
workplace SB 63 is a win for Alaska Natives
SB 63 marks a transformative victory for Alaska's health landscape. This statewide smoke-free workplace law protects roughly fifty percent of Alaskans previously unshielded from secondhand smoke. Given that Alaska Native adults smoke at significantly higher rates than non-Native counterparts, this legislation offers critical protection and encourages cessation, promising measurable public health improvements statewide.
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Alaska Legislature bans smoking in bars, restaurants and other public places
After six years of legislative effort, Alaska's Legislature has approved a sweeping statewide smoking ban covering bars, restaurants, public transportation, and most businesses. Senate Bill 63 passed with strong bipartisan support and heads to Governor Walker's desk. The ban includes limited exemptions for fishing boats, airports, and specialty tobacco stores while extending protections to half of Alaska's population currently without smokefree laws.
Patients Frist Aid for People Living with Cancer
Cancer disrupts physical and mental wellbeing, creating unique challenges requiring specialized first aid knowledge. Beyond standard supplies, caregivers must manage patient anxiety, depression, and treatment side effects while preparing for emergencies. Discover essential skills and items needed to provide compassionate, effective support for cancer patients.
Tobacco Free Generation Campus American Cancer Society Tobacco-Free Generation Campus Initiative
The American Cancer Society's Tobacco-Free Generation Campus Initiative grants up to $20,000 to colleges nationwide implementing 100% smoke- and tobacco-free policies. With over one million college students projected to die from smoking, this initiative addresses critical prevention needs. Applications due August 15, 2018.
Wellness Talking Circles for Native Youth about Eagle Books series
Join talking circles with CDC and fellow Native youth (ages 18-22) to shape the Eagle Books series. Share cultural insights on injury and violence prevention. Minimal time commitment with full travel, lodging, and meal coverage provided. Influence culturally appropriate public health resources while gaining real research experience.