As COVID-19 disrupts traditional healthcare, social media emerges as a vital tool for smoking cessation support. Discover how digital platforms can reach struggling smokers while addressing critical concerns about privacy, content relevance, and sustained behavior change during unprecedented times.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, tobacco and nicotine users perceived increased health risks, particularly regarding disease severity. Research shows that higher perceived risks of cigarette and cigar use correlating with COVID-19 complications motivated users to reduce or quit consumption entirely, highlighting how health concerns can drive behavioral change.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Big Tobacco exploited global uncertainty to aggressively market harmful products and strengthen brand presence. Discover the manipulative tactics these corporations employed, from social media campaigns to charitable donations disguising profit motives. Learn how the industry capitalized on public distraction to normalize smoking and nicotine addiction during humanity's greatest health crisis.
The CDC launches a powerful new dashboard tracking cancer statistics across America. Access real-time data on cancer rates, trends, and demographics. This comprehensive resource empowers researchers, healthcare professionals, and concerned citizens with critical insights into the nation's cancer burden. Stay informed with the latest epidemiological findings.
The U.S. Preventative Task Force has lowered recommended colon cancer screening from age 50 to 45. Native Americans face disproportionately higher colon cancer rates than the general population. Experts explore available screening options and help determine who should consult their doctor about preventive care.
Native Americans in Michigan can reclaim tobacco's sacred purpose by quitting commercial tobacco today. Call 1-855-5AI-QUIT for free culturally tailored coaching with dedicated Native American coaches. Receive up to ten calls per quit attempt plus eight weeks of nicotine replacement medicine if eligible. Visit aiquitline.com now.
The CDC's Office on Smoking and Health has launched new web content helping people quit smoking by selecting from seven FDA-approved medicines. These comprehensive pages explain each medicine's benefits, drawbacks, and side effects, plus strategies for managing withdrawal symptoms. Personalized guidance matches individual preferences to optimal cessation medicine choices for lasting success.
Discover evidence-based strategies for building effective tobacco prevention partnerships. The CDC's comprehensive user guide provides actionable best practices for state and community organizations collaborating to reduce tobacco use. Learn how successful partnerships leverage resources, coordinate efforts, and implement proven interventions to create meaningful health outcomes in tobacco control.
Tribal casinos are reversing smokefree protections under the guise of COVID-19 recovery. We're urging the National Congress of American Indians to champion smokefree indoor air standards before more gaming establishments permit smoking indoors. Join our petition supporting Tribal public health leadership and protecting casino workers and patrons from secondhand smoke exposure.
The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians has maintained a smoke-free policy at its two casinos since May 2020 with excellent results. Now, enrolled tribal members are pushing tribal council to formally enshrine this ban into law, recognizing the benefits this change has brought to their gaming facilities.
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Great Lakes Area Tribal Public Health Conference | LEARN MORE
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
