Discover how to support Native American patients in quitting tobacco. This webinar covers the Michigan Quitlink and American Indian Commercial Tobacco Program, including referral mechanisms, caller experiences, and free nicotine replacement therapy options for enrolled participants.
Fourteen Minnesota students won the 2024 Escape the Vape Video Challenge, competing against over 500 peers from 38 schools. Their creative 30-second videos educate peers about vaping dangers. With 14% of 11th graders reporting e-cigarette use, peer-to-peer education proves vital for youth prevention efforts statewide.
The Blood Cancer Foundation of Michigan empowers patients and caregivers with comprehensive support across nearly 200 blood cancer types. Through patient specialists, emotional counseling, and financial assistance, they address critical social needs. Their mission strengthens health literacy, connects communities to vital resources, and reduces health disparities in underserved populations.
The FDA's new Searchable Tobacco Products Database offers retailers and consumers easy access to legally marketed tobacco and e-cigarette products in one comprehensive location. Updated monthly, the database includes authorized new products, pre-existing items, and provisional products, enhancing transparency and regulatory compliance across the industry.
Transform your passion into action. Join our cancer support leadership training June 10-12 in Albuquerque. Learn essential skills for starting support groups, deepen your cancer knowledge, and connect with dedicated leaders. Limited spots available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration deadline: May 27.
Smaller tribal communities often struggle to access typical funding opportunities. Discover the barriers rural tribes face and learn streamlined funding strategies that create equitable pathways for all communities, regardless of size, to thrive and serve their populations effectively.
Reaching tribal communities demands culturally responsive, multimodal campaigns. Learn best practices for crafting messages across diverse formats, identify barriers to vaccine hesitancy, and discover actionable steps for planning your own targeted health communications strategy that truly connects.
Learn how to build meaningful partnerships with tribal communities. The Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan shares essential strategies for establishing trust, understanding tribal structures, and implementing community-based approaches to advance health equity. Perfect for state and local health departments.
Tobacco companies aggressively target menthol cigarettes to vulnerable populations. American Indian and Alaska Native adults have higher smoking rates than other groups. Tammy, a tribal member, thought menthol was safer until emergency heart surgery at 44 changed everything. Her powerful story now inspires others through the CDC's Tips campaign.
Join the Association of American Indian Physicians for their 52nd Annual Meeting and National Health Conference, September 5-8, 2024, at the Hilton Salt Lake City Center. Connect with healthcare leaders, expand your professional network, and advance indigenous health initiatives. Visit their website for complete details and registration information.
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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