In 2021, over 9% of U.S. middle and high school students used tobacco products, with e-cigarettes being most common. The CDC's National Youth Tobacco Survey reveals higher usage among LGBTQ+ students and those experiencing psychological distress. While two-thirds of youth users consider quitting, flavored products and marketing continue driving initiation.
Join the Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board and IHS for the Cancer Support Leadership Virtual Training 2022. This essential program equips tribal leaders with vital resources and strategies to support cancer patients in their communities. Registration deadline is March 21, 2022. Learn more and register today!
Discover our latest March 2022 E-Newsletter featuring essential resources including Anishinaabek cooking guides, smoking cessation support, smoke-free housing policies, and cancer survivorship care. Explore Nuestras Voces Network's quitting tips and access smokefree policy toolkits. Stay informed on health initiatives designed to support your wellness journey.
Discover culturally-centered e-cigarette prevention resources created specifically for Native American and Alaska Native youth. This campaign features powerful posters and social media content developed in partnership with tribal health organizations. Download and customize these materials to protect your community's health today.
Join Indigenous health experts Linda Woods, Dr. Shirly Rowland, and Keith Smith for a vital panel discussion on behavioral health challenges during COVID-19. Learn solutions grounded in cultural wisdom. Friday, February 25, 2022, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Register with Arlene Kashata at akashata@itcmi.org.
Show your loved ones how much you care this Valentine's Day by quitting smoking. Secondhand smoke harms children and adults in homes, workplaces, and public spaces. Nearly seven in ten smokers want to quit. Resources like BecomeAnEX.org, smokefree.gov, and the quitSTART app provide free support and tailored guidance for your journey to a smoke-free life.
Join the National Native Network and Indian Health Service Clinical Support Center for an accredited webinar on smoke-free tribal housing policies. Learn to identify smoking risks in multi-unit housing, examine policy options, and locate community awareness resources. Perfect for healthcare professionals serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
Ready to quit smoking in 2022? This bilingual infographic from Nuestras Voces Network offers practical tips and resources to support your smoke-free journey. Quitting reduces risks of heart disease, cancer, and lung disease. Access English and Spanish resources at CDC.gov/tips and CDC.gov/consejos today.
Swedish Match is rebranding its chewing tobacco "Red Man" to "America's Best Chew," eliminating harmful Indigenous stereotypes. Cherokee Nation Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. praised the decision, part of the company's 135th anniversary. Native American advocacy groups have fought offensive mascots and caricatures for decades.
The CDC is recruiting a Director for the Office of Tribal Affairs and Strategic Alliances. This leadership role serves as the official CDC point-of-contact for American Indian/Alaska Native public health issues, managing tribal relationships and advancing health initiatives. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in cultural, environmental, and socioeconomic factors affecting AI/AN populations. Both internal and external candidates are encouraged to apply through USAJobs.
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