This Father's Day, give your children the greatest gift: your health. Smoking damages not only you but also your family through secondhand and thirdhand smoke exposure. Quitting is the single biggest thing a father can do to protect his children's wellbeing. Resources and support are available to help you succeed.
June Pride Month celebrates history, health, and justice in the LGBTQ community. A new CDC feature article highlights the importance of giving everyone a chance at a smokefree life, not just during Pride Month, but year-round. Learn how smokefree laws protect all people from secondhand smoke exposure.
The CDC awarded $215 million in first-year funding across three national cancer programs, representing an $1.1 billion five-year investment toward President Biden's Cancer Moonshot goals. This comprehensive initiative supports 86 recipients from state, local, tribal, and territorial organizations, advancing cancer prevention, early detection, and health equity nationwide.
Cervical cancer disproportionately affects American Indian and Alaska Native women, yet regular Pap tests can prevent 80% of cases. This toolkit empowers tribal health clinics to host culturally respectful Pap-A-Thon events, addressing screening barriers while honoring community values and holistic wellness practices.
Discover how three innovative multi-sector partnerships across Michigan, Arizona, and California are tackling health inequity through bold community-centered strategies. Hear from leaders addressing social determinants, implementing culturally appropriate programs, and leveraging community interconnectedness to transform health outcomes for underserved populations.
Join IHS Cancer Support Leadership Virtual Training this summer! Learn essential skills including relationship building, emotional support, and facilitation through interactive sessions. Open to AI/AN individuals committed to starting cancer support groups. Four days, free registration for first 20 new attendees. Register by July 29, 2022.
Join us for a free, 2-day summit addressing American Indian and Alaska Native healthcare workforce development. Discover solutions for K-Practice support across all healthcare professions. Held July 26-27 at AAMC Headquarters in Washington, DC. Register today and book your hotel accommodations now.
The Kul Wicasa Wopasi Innovator program empowers Lower Brule Reservation youth ages 14-18 to build community through food sovereignty, gardens, and farmers markets. This summer, participants tackle meaningful projects including murals and cooking classes, creating lasting positive change for their community's future health and wellness.
This Mother's Day, give your children the greatest gift: your health. Secondhand and thirdhand smoke damage their wellbeing too. Quitting smoking is the single biggest action mothers can take to protect their families. Resources like BecomeAnEX.org, aiquitline.com, and 1-800-QUIT-NOW provide support for your journey.
The FDA has proposed historic rules prohibiting menthol in cigarettes and all characterizing flavors in cigars. Menthol masks tobacco's harshness, appeals to youth, and increases nicotine's addictive effects. These flavors disproportionately harm Black communities, women, and marginalized groups. The CDC strongly supports these regulations to advance health equity and reduce tobacco-related disparities nationwide.
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Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists Annual Conference | Boston, MA | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
National Tribal Tobacco Conference | June 23, 2026 | Minneapolis, MN | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
