Quit smoking with free support! The Michigan Tobacco Quitline offers complimentary nicotine gum, patches, and lozenges through May 31. American Indians can call 1-855-372-0037 anytime for personalized coaching, setting quit dates, and creating individualized plans. Coaching increases success rates five times over quitting cold turkey.
This Monday, commit to quitting smoking with a personalized plan designed to keep you focused and in control. A bit of preparation goes a long way. Native American quit coaches are standing by to help. Call 1-855-372-0037 today and start your journey toward a smoke-free life.
The tobacco industry spends over 75% of its marketing budget at the point of sale, keeping cigarettes and smokeless tobacco cheap and highly visible. New FTC reports reveal price discounts and promotional allowances dominate spending, accounting for nearly 96% of total marketing expenditures. These tactics undermine tobacco control policies and target price-sensitive consumers.
Discover how CDC-funded national networks are tackling tobacco disparities. Hear from leaders at ASTHO, Nuestras Voces, Geographic Health Equity Alliance, and National Native Network as they discuss their groundbreaking work and reveal how state health departments can forge powerful partnerships to advance tobacco control efforts.
Jerilyn Lebeau-Church, Chief Executive Officer of the Great Plains Tribal Chairmen's Health Board, was recently featured on Oyate Today, a culturally significant program reaching Native American communities across the Northern Plains through partnership with Native Sun News Today and KOTA TV.
Join the GPTCHB 2018 Cancer Symposium May 16-17 in Rapid City, SD! The Great Plains Colorectal Cancer Screening Initiative and GP-BCCEDP invite healthcare professionals to this essential event featuring expert presentations and networking opportunities. Health Literacy Training follows on May 17th. Travel scholarships available—register today!
March's National Native Network newsletter delivers vital health initiatives and resources. Explore Josh Hudson's competitive leadership enrollment, archived webinars on nicotine cessation, Sitka's Tobacco 21 progress, and preventive cancer awareness campaigns. Discover how communities nationwide are prioritizing wellness and sustainable health practices for Native populations.
Join the Sault Tribe for the second annual "Smoke Pigs Not Cigs" tobacco awareness event March 21 at Big Bear Arena. Featuring a pig roast dinner, free public skating, informational booths, and free t-shirts for the first 100 attendees, this National Kick Butts Day celebration raises awareness about tobacco's harmful effects on Native American communities.
Discover calming breathing techniques designed for your Head Start child in Our Breathing Exercises Book. Created by Growing Up Tobacco Free in Alaska and Rural Alaska Community Action Program, Inc., this read-aloud guide helps young learners manage emotions and build healthy habits. Share these exercises with your family today and contact us with your feedback.
Live Well Sioux Falls and the American Lung Association's fourth annual "Breathe Well" workshop educated property owners on smoke-free housing benefits. Since 2015, Sioux Falls smoke-free units surged from 300 to 2,500. Tax breaks incentivize owners to implement policies protecting residents' health, especially children and elderly.
Attending any of these upcoming events? Have other events to share? Let us know! Email us at NNN@ITCMI.ORG to share your event information or to get on our list serve for event updates.
ACS National Navigation Roundtable Patient Navigation Sustainability Learning Collaborative (Apply by 7/15/2026) | 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
