Big tobacco companies wield surprising political power across America's statehouses. Despite their tarnished image, firms like Altria and Reynolds maintain hundreds of lobbyists nationwide, spending millions to block cigarette taxes and defend e-cigarettes. Their influence machine defeats most regulations, making incremental reform nearly impossible for health advocates.
The National Native Network hosted a compelling webinar on gambling's health impacts, featuring Isaiah Brokenleg from the Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council. Attendees learned about theoretical wins, smoke-free preferences, and distinctions between commercial and traditional tobacco, gaining essential knowledge for community health advocacy.
Join the free Nuestras Voces webinar on March 30th to explore healthy retail strategies in Hispanic communities. Expert speakers will share proven approaches to increase access to nutritious foods and tobacco control measures, empowering advocates to advance public health in their neighborhoods.
Discover the Dr. Alma S. Adams Scholarship—two $5,000 awards for college and graduate students demonstrating exceptional community service and creative arts initiatives reducing tobacco use. Applicants must attend accredited U.S. institutions. Applications close April 30, 2016. Perfect for passionate students combining activism with artistic talent.
CDC's Tips campaign continues proving its power three years after launch. The federally funded anti-smoking initiative reached 1.8 million smokers, convincing 104,000 to quit permanently. Featuring real stories from former smokers battling smoking-related diseases, Tips remains cost-effective against the tobacco industry's massive advertising spend, saving lives and money.
Cullman Regional Medical Center launches its Breathe Better campaign, becoming 100% smoke- and tobacco-free January 1, 2017. The comprehensive policy prohibits smoking and all tobacco products on CRMC properties for patients, visitors, and employees. This initiative aims to create a healing environment while addressing Cullman County's elevated smoking rates through community health leadership and cessation support programs.
West Des Moines has officially banned smoking in all 29 city parks. The City Council passed the ordinance Monday night, prohibiting cigarettes, chewing tobacco, and e-cigarettes. Violators face $100 fines. Officials say the ban promotes healthier lifestyles, particularly for children. Informational signs will soon appear throughout the parks.
Growing numbers of children are discovering yoga's transformative benefits. Research shows this ancient practice reduces stress, anxiety, and ADHD symptoms while improving flexibility and focus. Schools and clinical settings increasingly recognize yoga's potential to enhance both physical health and emotional well-being in kids, making it a powerful tool for childhood development and resilience.
Discover funding opportunities designed specifically for Indian Tribes through CNCS national service programs. Senior Corps and AmeriCorps offer grants to address community challenges, support volunteers age 55+, and tackle disaster services, education, economic opportunity, environmental stewardship, health, and veteran support in underserved Native American communities.
Community health workers bridge cultural gaps in healthcare delivery, offering trusted guidance rooted in lived experience. They advocate for patients navigating complex systems, ensuring culturally appropriate care that respects individual beliefs. By connecting communities to resources and providers, CHWs transform healthcare into a collaborative journey toward wellness.
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National Network of Public Health Institutes Annual Conference | New Orleans, LA | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
2026 National Council of Urban Indian Health Conference | Washington, D.C. | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
Webinar | Behavioral Health and Tobacco Product Use: Addressing Disparities, Improving Outcomes | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
Partners in Chronic Disease Prevention Symposium | Hosted by Great Plains Tribal Health | Great Plains Tribal Health is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the Partners in Chronic Disease Prevention Symposium. Travel scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis. To apply for a scholarship, please indicate so on the registration page and return all necessary documents by April 10, 2026. | ATTENDEE REGISTRATION | VENDOR REGISTRATION
