The National Native Network welcomes Monica Martin, a Health Education Specialist joining the California Rural Indian Health Board. Monica brings extensive public health experience and passion for strengthening tribal communities through education and technical assistance. She specializes in tobacco prevention, wellness training, and community health initiatives, holding master's degrees in public health education and promotion.
Quit smoking while getting fit: join a running club designed for people quitting cigarettes. Studies show combining exercise with group support doubles success rates. Find your community, stay accountable, and celebrate progress together this Monday!
Income and education significantly influence obesity rates among U.S. adults, but patterns vary dramatically by gender and race. Between 2011-2014, obesity decreased with rising income in women but remained consistent in men. College education correlated with lower obesity for some groups but not others, revealing complex disparities requiring targeted public health interventions.
January marks Cervical Health Awareness Month. The Great Plains Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program offers essential resources including HPV information sheets, targeted social media guidance for American Indian/Alaska Native communities, and cervical cancer facts. Early detection saves lives and provides hope to families affected by cervical cancer.
Share your organization's tobacco control success! Present at the Spring Tobacco Control Institute's Community Showcase on March 7, 2018. Showcase your work, network with peers, and inspire others. South Dakota-based organizations can apply online through January 15. Selected presenters will share their stories in casual poster format. Apply now!
After eleven years of appeals, tobacco giants finally began court-ordered advertising revealing the truth about smoking's deadly consequences. The corrective statements address addiction, health effects, and deceptive marketing practices. However, public health advocates warn this step alone is insufficient to combat the industry's continued targeting of vulnerable populations and youth.
Groundbreaking research from St. George's University of London reveals that exercise is a powerful weapon against nicotine addiction. Even moderate-intensity physical activity significantly reduces withdrawal symptom severity by activating specific brain receptors. This discovery offers smokers a science-backed strategy to finally break free from dependence and successfully quit.
Indigenous communities across the U.S. are pioneering their own commercial tobacco control strategies, rooted in cultural traditions and grassroots solutions. Rather than adopting mainstream public health approaches, tribes are developing community-driven interventions that honor traditional tobacco practices while addressing the devastating health impacts of commercial tobacco use.
The FDA's "Every Try Counts" campaign tackles smoking cessation at point of sale—gas stations and convenience stores where smokers face temptation. Targeting adults 25-54 who've attempted quitting, the initiative celebrates each quit attempt as progress, recognizing that multiple tries increase success likelihood. The two-year campaign launches next month across 35 markets with print, digital, radio, and billboard advertising.
State and territorial health departments wield significant power in addressing tobacco disparities. By developing culturally tailored programs and policies, these agencies can effectively reach underserved populations disproportionately affected by tobacco-related diseases. Strategic implementation at the state level ensures equitable tobacco control initiatives that meaningfully reduce health inequities across communities.
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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
