Researchers at LSU Health New Orleans have identified a significant link between sugary beverages and increased cancer risk. A study of over 22,000 adults reveals sugar-sweetened drinks are associated with pancreatic, endometrial, and colon cancers, with heightened risks for cancer survivors. The findings suggest targeted interventions reducing sugar consumption are urgently needed.
South Dakota health plans can now access funding to boost cancer screening and HPV vaccination rates. The Department of Health invites applications for system changes and evidence-based interventions. This is your opportunity to improve community health outcomes. Applications close November 9 at 5pm CST—don't miss this deadline.
Between 2005 and 2015, five Michigan tribal communities conducted surveys revealing a tobacco epidemic: smoking rates reached 72%, youth initiated smoking by age 13-15, and smokers faced higher rates of chronic disease. This report documents how communities transformed data into lasting, sustainable action.
Susan G. Komen South Dakota invites nonprofits to apply for Community Grants supporting breast cancer education, screening, and treatment. The application deadline is December 9, 2017. This funding opportunity helps organizations advance breast health initiatives across South Dakota. Don't miss this chance to secure resources for your community's health mission.
Join us October 14 for a FREE webinar exploring how to connect Hispanic LGBT communities with culturally appropriate health care. Learn proven strategies for improving access to smoking cessation and cancer screening services while addressing the unique health disparities facing this intersectional population.
Join us October 12 for an integrated qualitative and quantitative exploration of smoke-free policies on the Navajo Nation. Healthcare providers will learn to distinguish ceremonial versus commercial tobacco and identify factors impeding policy implementation on tribal lands. Expert presenters share critical research findings relevant to treating American Indian and Alaska Native populations. CE credits available.
Every year, 4.5 trillion cigarette butts litter our world, poisoning marine life and threatening human health. These non-biodegradable filters contaminate oceans, killing fish and entering our food chain through seafood consumption. It's time to recognize cigarette butts as toxic waste and change how we dispose of them.
Wrangell Senior Apartments just made history by becoming smoke-free! This groundbreaking policy protects vulnerable seniors from secondhand smoke's serious health risks while reducing rehab costs. With unanimous board support and zero tenant complaints, this 24-unit complex proves that creating healthy living environments benefits everyone.
A groundbreaking study of 16,000 people reveals smoking permanently scars your DNA through a process called methylation. While most damage reverses within five years of quitting, some harmful genetic changes persist for 30+ years, affecting genes linked to cancer and heart disease. Quitting still offers significant benefits.
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National Tribal Tobacco Conference | June 23, 2026 | Minneapolis, MN | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
