Cervical cancer remains preventable and treatable when detected early. This Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, explore vital resources from the World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer. Access educational videos, prevention strategies, and screening information to protect your health and support awareness efforts in your community.
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month! Cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccination are two critical prevention methods. Join #HonorEveryWoman to learn how you can protect yourself and loved ones against cervical cancer and HPV-related cancers. Discover the four ways to prevent cervical cancer today.
Protect your family's health with the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe's comprehensive Smokefree Homes Toolkit. This essential implementation guide helps tribal housing authorities establish and adopt smoke-free policies, creating healthier living environments for all residents. Access practical strategies to support your community's wellness today.
Discover how the Partnership for a Tobacco-Free Southeast brought the CDC's "Tips From Former Smokers" campaign to Alaska Native communities. This Tlingit language poster features Michael and delivers a powerful message: "Be there for your grandchildren, don't smoke." Free resources available for clinics, social media, and print.
As of December 10, 2019, CDC reported 2,409 hospitalized EVALI cases across all states and territories, with 52 confirmed deaths in 26 states. The median age of patients was 24 years, while deceased patients averaged 52 years old. Despite declining cases, states continue reporting new hospitalizations weekly.
Native Americans face the highest cigarette smoking rates nationwide, leading to elevated risks of heart disease and lung cancer. While e-cigarettes offered promise as alternatives, recent deaths and injuries have prompted CDC warnings. Experts discuss smoking cessation strategies and tribal tobacco control initiatives on this vital health conversation.
The Superior Health Foundation has granted funding to support the Anishinaabe E-cigarette and JUUL Health Education Project in the Hannahville Indian Community. The initiative will implement the Catch My Breath curriculum to educate students, parents, and teachers about the serious health risks of vaping, particularly among young people whose brain development is vulnerable to nicotine's addictive effects.
The George Washington University Cancer Center launches the Advancing Patient-Centered Cancer Survivorship Care Toolkit, a comprehensive resource designed to help healthcare providers deliver better post-treatment support. This adaptable toolkit includes workshop guides, implementation tools, and patient resources developed with community input to improve survivorship care quality nationwide.
Discover the true cost of smoke damage in rental units. This comprehensive guide from Kennedy Restoration and the Tobacco Education Clearinghouse provides essential information and an interactive calculator comparing turnover expenses between smoking and non-smoking housing units. Learn how to maximize your property investment.
The 2018 National Health Interview Survey reveals significant tobacco trends among U.S. adults: 49 million currently use any tobacco product, while cigarette smoking hits an all-time low of 13.7%. The CDC emphasizes evidence-based strategies—including price increases, anti-tobacco campaigns, smoke-free laws, and accessible cessation support—to further reduce tobacco-related mortality and disease nationwide.
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Association of American Indian Physicians 2026 54th Annual Meeting and National Health Conference | Okana Resort & Indoor Waterpark | Deadline to reserve hotel: 8/17/2026 | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
Michigan Premier Public Health Conference | Blue Water Convention Center, Port Huron, Michigan | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
National Conference on Tobacco or Health (NCTOH) | San Diego, California | Registration will open July 7, 2026 | Abstract Submissions will open on August 4 | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
National Conference on Tobacco or Health | The National Network of Public Health Institutes is excited to announce the start of registration for the next National Conference on Tobacco or Health (NCTOH), June 29 - July 1, 2027 in San Diego, CA. | Questions: nctoh@nnphi.org | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
