New research reveals significant racial and ethnic disparities in e-cigarette knowledge and risk perception among smokers. White participants demonstrated higher e-cigarette knowledge than Hispanic and African American counterparts, while Black smokers perceived fewer health risks and lower addiction potential, raising concerns about differential adoption patterns across communities.
The American Indian Cancer Foundation proudly unveils its inaugural annual report, celebrating 2015 accomplishments and transformative progress. Through trusted partnerships and innovative Native-driven solutions, the foundation has created meaningful impact across Indian Country. Discover how your involvement—whether through projects, volunteering, donations, or social media engagement—directly addresses cancer inequities affecting American Indian families.
Despite proven strategies to combat tobacco addiction, federal and state leaders continue falling short. The American Lung Association's latest report reveals critical gaps: failing graphic warning labels, inadequate cessation coverage, and stalled smokefree protections. Only three states have raised the tobacco purchase age to 21. Urgent action is needed to save lives.
E-cigarettes aren't reducing teen smoking rates and may actually attract youth who wouldn't otherwise try traditional cigarettes, according to a new U.S. study. Researchers found that teen smoking declined at the same pace before and after e-cigarettes entered the market, while combined e-cigarette and cigarette use among adolescents increased significantly.
In 2016, HUD mandated smoke-free public housing to protect nonsmoking residents from secondhand smoke exposure. While the health benefits are clear, successful implementation presents significant challenges. Public housing authorities must navigate unique obstacles to fulfill this policy's potential for improving public health in vulnerable populations.
Tobacco costs the global economy over $1 trillion annually in healthcare and lost productivity. This new NCI-WHO report reveals that effective, evidence-based interventions—like taxes, marketing bans, and smokefree policies—reduce tobacco use without harming economies. Eighty percent of the world's 1.1 billion smokers live in low- and middle-income countries.
Cervical cancer awareness reaches new heights this January through CDC's Inside Knowledge campaign. Featuring actress Cote de Pablo's personal story, the initiative educates women on risks, screening, and prevention. Share survivor testimonials, take the interactive quiz, and distribute free resources across your networks to amplify this vital health message.
Discover CDC's cancer control initiatives this January. The Inside Knowledge campaign raises cervical cancer awareness through videos, social media, and survivor stories. The new Bring Your Brave CME educates providers on hereditary breast and ovarian cancer risks. Register now for the 2017 CDC National Cancer Conference in Atlanta, August 14–16.
Native Americans face disproportionately high diabetes rates and kidney failure risk. However, the Indian Health Service's population health and team-based approach has reduced diabetes-related kidney failure by 54% since 1996, offering a promising model for other healthcare systems nationwide.
When the Affordable Care Act eliminated out-of-pocket costs for preventive care, mammogram rates surged among women of all income levels, narrowing screening gaps between wealthy and low-income groups. However, colonoscopy rates remained unchanged, suggesting financial barriers alone don't drive all health behaviors.
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Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists Annual Conference | Boston, MA | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
National Tribal Tobacco Conference | June 23, 2026 | Minneapolis, MN | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
