Discover the updated lung cancer awareness campaign from George Washington University Cancer Center, funded by the CDC. Access free downloadable resources including social media tips, sample messaging for Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook, plus COVID-19 resources. Start spreading awareness today!
Discover how SBIRT and motivational interviewing tackle tobacco cessation inequities. Join our masterclass to identify core components, enhance behavior change outcomes, and integrate evidence-based strategies into your care models. Expert-led workshop explores real-world applications for maximum client engagement and treatment success.
Discover the critical link between obesity and cancer. Join Indian Health Service experts and NCI researchers as they explore obesity prevalence in American Indian/Alaska Native populations, examine cancer mechanisms, and discuss evidence-based interventions. Learn actionable strategies to prevent cancer and improve health outcomes in your community.
A major UK Biobank study reveals smoking significantly worsens COVID-19 severity and death risk. Current smokers faced 80% higher hospitalization rates. Genetic analysis showed heavy smokers had tenfold increased mortality risk. These findings provide compelling evidence for a causal relationship between smoking and severe COVID-19 outcomes, strengthening the case for tobacco control.
The Truth Initiative's Tobacco/Vape-Free College grant empowers community colleges and minority-serving institutions to adopt 100% tobacco-free policies, protecting students and staff. With grants up to $10,000 and comprehensive support through webinars and consultations, this program has already safeguarded over 1.2 million people across 205 institutions since 2015.
Discover our October 2021 e-newsletter packed with essential resources: explore Anishinaabemowin language tips, join our upcoming webinar on tobacco policy trends in Indian Country, and access new podcasts addressing tobacco and youth issues. Plus, find comprehensive HPV vaccination resources. Don't miss out—see the full newsletter today.
Nearly 80 million Americans live in multi-unit housing exposed to secondhand smoke, posing serious health risks to children, pregnant women, elderly residents, and those with chronic illnesses. TECC provides comprehensive educational materials, cost-benefit calculators, and resources to empower communities toward smokefree housing.
Youth e-cigarette use remains a critical public health crisis, with over 2 million U.S. middle and high school students currently vaping in 2021. Alarmingly, nearly 85% use flavored e-cigarettes, with disposable devices dominating the market. The 2021 National Youth Tobacco Survey reveals sustained concern even amid COVID-19.
Discover how to prevent compassion fatigue and maintain your wellbeing while serving others. Join expert Christy Tonel for practical work-life balance strategies designed for healthcare professionals. Learn the causes and signs of burnout, then master evidence-based techniques to sustain your passion for helping communities thrive.
Ending nicotine addiction requires systematic health care approaches. Learn proven strategies—the 5A's, team roles, EHR integration, medications, and counseling—that boost quit rates in tribal and urban communities. Expert Kris Rhodes shares implementation tools to embed cessation support throughout your entire health system.
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National Tribal Tobacco Conference | June 23, 2026 | Minneapolis, MN | 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
