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Great Lakes Area Tribal Public Health Conference 2026

Information from Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, Inc. August 11 – 12, 2026 Oneida, Wisconsin We are proud to officially unveil the Great Lakes Area Tribal Public Health Conference 2026!  Registration is now open. This two-day tribal-led convening will bring together tribal leaders, health directors, epidemiology centers, clinicians, public health professionals, workforce leaders, and state and […]

Jiimaan Journey 2026

June 27 – July 20, 2026 Starts in Chicago, Illinois Ends at the Straits of Mackinac, Michigan Participants will be canoeing from Chicago to the Straits of Mackinac.  The purpose of this journey is to reconnect tribal nations with traditional routes of community, ceremony, and trade. Complete details available in the flier and form below. […]

WILX: New Bill Aims to Band Sale of Vapes with Metal Heating Elements in Michigan

From WILX.com By Wells Foster February 18, 2026 Lansing, Mich. (WILX) – A new bill in the Michigan State Senate would require all vaping devices to have heating elements encased in glass or ceramic. The bill was introduced by Democrats on Wednesday. Ceramic and glass are less chemically reactive than traditional metal heating elements, making […]

How does vaping nicotine impact sleep?

From TruthInitiative.org Nicotine addiction can negatively impact mental health and poses a threat to a generation of young people already experiencing a mental health crisis.  on top of that, research also suggests another way nicotine use can affect mental and physical health:  By interfering with sleep.  Sleep problems can include insufficient sleep, interrupted sleep, restlessness […]
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Dangers of Vaping: What Professionals Need to Know

The Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan with the Indian Health Service Clinical Support Center (Accredited Provider) present a Healthy Native Families webinar series. Title:  Dangers of Vaping: What Professionals Need to Know Date:  Thursday, August 21, 2025 Time:  2-3 p.m., EDT Description: Join us for an evidence-based webinar designed for parents, caregivers, and professionals working with youth. Learn about the […]
Preventing HPV Related Cancers: The Role of Dental Professionals April 24, 2025 6 - 7 pm Zoom Meeting Register Here https://bit.ly/4k5SIIh Speakers Alessandro Villa, DDS, MPH, PhD HPV - Associated Oropharyngeal Cancer Implications for Dental Professionals Isaac Zeckel, DDS, MS Vaccinations in FQHC Dental Clinics: An Upstream Approach CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS PROVIDED BY Indiana Dental Hygienists Association DISCLAIMER: The Indiana Dental Hygienists' Association, an affiliate of ADHA IS not responsible for the validity of the continuing education credit provided upon course completion. It is the responsibility of the participant to verify whether this course fulfills the professional continuing education requirement enforced by the professional governing board and/or practice act associated with the licensure the participant holds. American Cancer Society Care Source

Preventing HPV Related Cancers: The Role of Dental Professionals

April 24, 2025 6 – 7:30 pm Zoom: https://bit.ly/4k5SIIh Speakers Alessandro Villa, DDS, MPH, PhD HPV – Associated Oropharyngeal Cancer Implications for Dental Professionals Isaac Zeckel, DDS, MS Vaccinations in FQHC Dental Clinics:  An Upstream Approach to Reducing HPV – Related Cancers CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS PROVIDED BY Indiana Dental Hygienists Association DISCLAIMER: The Indiana Dental […]
Preventing Tobacco Related Cancer: The Role of Dental Professionals April 10, 2025 6 - 7:30 pm Zoom Meeting Register Here https://bit.ly/3DVXTua Speakers Parul Dua Makkar, BSc, DDS, FACD Insights to Oral Cancer Deborah Buckles, CPAHA, NCNTT Ask, Advise, and Refer Patients to Tobacco Treatment Natalie Rivich, MA Quit Now Indiana CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS PROVIDED BY Indiana Dental Hygienists Association DISCLAIMER: The Indiana Dental Hygienists' Association, an affiliate of ADHA IS not responsible for the validity of the continuing education credit provided upon course completion. It is the responsibility of the participant to verify whether this course fulfills the professional continuing education requirement enforced by the professional governing board and/or practice act associated with the licensure the participant holds. American Cancer Society Care Source

Preventing Tobacco Related Cancer: The Role of Dental Professionals

April 10, 2025 6 – 7:30 pm Zoom: https://bit.ly/3DVXTua Speakers Parul Dua Makkar, BSc, DDS, FACD Insights to Oral Cancer Deborah Buckles, CPAHA, NCNTT Ask, Advise, and Refer Patients to Tobacco Treatment Natalie Rivich, MA Quit Now Indiana CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS PROVIDED BY Indiana Dental Hygienists Association DISCLAIMER: The Indiana Dental Hygienists’ Association, an affiliate […]
Traditional Teachings Webinar April 9, 2025 3 pm ET | 2 pm CT tinyurl.com/2025TraditionalTobacco Learning Objectives/Outcomes At the conclusion of this activity, the healthcare team will be able to: Provide an in-depth understanding of the Anishinaabe origin story of traditional tobacco. Explore the concept of offerings in relation to conflict, relationships, connection, and gathering. Examine the differences between commercial and traditional tobacco. Target Audience Physicians, nurses, social workers, health educators, administrators, and support staff working with American Indian and/or Alaska Native communities. Lori Gambardella Traditional Medicine Supervisor Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians

Traditional Tobacco Teachings Webinar

The Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan presents a Healthy Native Families webinar series. Title:  Traditional Tobacco Teachings WebinarDate:  Wednesday, April 9, 2024 Presenter: Lori GambardellaTraditional Medicine SupervisorSault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Learning Objectives/Outcomes:At the conclusion of this activity, the healthcare team will be able to: 1.  Provide an in-depth understanding of the Anishinaabe origin story of […]

Parents Against Vaping Presents – Dangers of Vaping: What Parents Need to Know

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 6 p.m. Eastern Time This year, vaping, tobacco, and nicotine use among youth and young adults are still major concerns.  Every day, more and more discreet vapes enter the market.  They are meant to sneak past adults by camouflaging as common household objects, video games, toys, and school supplies. Behind the […]

The Evolving Tobacco Landscape & Implications for Policy & Practice

March 27 – March 29, 2025 Phoenix, AZ and Livestream REGISTER HERE Building on 30 years of continuing education courses, the Mayo Clinic Nicotine Dependence Center is partnering with Truth Initiative to host the 2025 national conference highlighting the intersection between tobacco control policy and practice.  Amidst an evolving tobacco product landscape and scientific evidence, […]
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