CADCA: Barriers and Successful Strategies for Engaging Rural Populations in State Comprehensive Cancer Control Planning: Program Manager Perspectives

Discover critical insights from cancer control program directors about engaging rural populations in comprehensive cancer control planning. This webinar shares real barriers, proven strategies, and actionable approaches for future plan development based on direct program manager perspectives and experiences.

CDC: Empower Vape-Free Youth

The CDC launched Empower Vape-Free Youth on September 4, 2023, to equip educators with resources addressing e-cigarette risks and nicotine addiction. This campaign targets middle and high school teachers, coaches, and counselors, utilizing digital ads, videos, and social media across YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X, Pinterest, and LinkedIn through September 24.

GW Cancer – New Prostate Cancer Awareness Campaign

September marks Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Discover our new evidence-based Prostate Cancer Awareness Campaign on the Cancer Control TAP website. Access best practices for effective communication, strategies for reaching diverse audiences, and comprehensive resources to elevate your prostate cancer awareness efforts today.

My Family Health Portrait: Cancer Mobile App

Discover your cancer risk today. The CDC's new My Family Health Portrait: Cancer app helps you collect family health history and assess your risk for breast, ovarian, and colorectal cancers. Learn actionable steps to protect your health and discuss prevention strategies with your healthcare provider.

Career Opportunities

Exciting career opportunities are now available! The California Rural Indian Health Board seeks Project Coordinators and a Behavioral Health Manager. The National Council for Mental Wellbeing is hiring a Director of Practice Improvement & Consulting. Apply today or share these positions with your network. Join organizations dedicated to rural health and mental wellbeing excellence.

By the Sea Arts and Seafood Festival

Join us at the "By the Sea" Arts and Seafood Festival August 11-12, 2023! SEARHC will share vital information on ocean pollution from cigarette butts and vape pods, smoking cessation resources, and HPV vaccination education. Connect with us to learn how these issues impact your health and our community.

More Kids Are Being Exposed to Toxic E-Cigarette Nicotine

E-cigarette exposures among children have surged 32 percent, with most cases involving children under five. A few drops of liquid nicotine can be lethal. Parents must store vapes securely in lockboxes, avoid flavored products, and call Poison Control immediately at 1-800-222-1222 if exposure occurs.

SCLC Webinar: “Access to Tobacco Treatment for the Justice-Involved, Part 3: Programming Innovation and Operations”

Join leading experts for an in-depth exploration of tobacco treatment innovation within justice systems. This webinar examines evidence-based practices, systemic barriers, and actionable recommendations for improving access to care for incarcerated populations. Featuring insights from UC San Francisco, NASMHPD, and correctional health leaders. Register today.

NIHB Webinar: Register for Webinar on Traditional Foods and the Immune System

Discover how traditional Indigenous foods strengthen immunity. Join NIHB's August 9 webinar as Marley Fisher explores nutrition, lifestyle factors, and ancestral knowledge supporting immune health. Learn omega-3's anti-inflammatory role and nutrition's impact on chronic disease susceptibility. Perfect for health professionals and Tribal programs.

Request for Concepts: Community – Based Interventions to Address Health Disparities for Indigenous Lung Cancer Patients by the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation

The Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation invites innovative community-based intervention concepts addressing lung cancer disparities for Indigenous populations. Multiyear grants will pilot models improving access to care across the continuum—from early detection through survivorship. Submit proposals by September 29, 2023. Selected applicants advance to full application by October's end.
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Webinar | Defining the Wins: Statewide Policy Change Strategies for Public Health | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER

Jiimaan Journey | LEARN MORE

Great Lakes Area Tribal Public Health Conference | LEARN MORE

Michigan Premier Public Health Conference | Blue Water Convention Center, Port Huron, Michigan | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER

Together We Thrive: Health Across the Lifespan | San Antonio, Texas | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER

Native American Heritage Month | 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