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The Right to Live in a Smokefree Home

THE RIGHT TO LIVE IN A SMOKEFREE HOME JUNEAU, Alaska (January 19, 2016) – Secondhand smoke exposure from burning tobacco products among non-smoking adults and children can cause or worsen a wide range of health problems. Children are especially vulnerable. About 37% of children in the U.S.A. have been exposed to secondhand smoke. […]

George Washington University (GW) Cancer Institute Released Two New Toolkits

The CDC is pleased to announce two new comprehensive cancer control resources. Through funding from CDC, the George Washington University (GW) Cancer Institute developed and released two new tool kits. 1) Advancing the field of Cancer Patient Navigation Toolkit will guide tribes in advancing patient navigation. We hope you will use this resource to: a) […]

New Gynecologic Cancer Educational modules for Health Care Professionals

CDC developed a new e-learning curriculum about the risk factors, symptoms, prevention strategies, and screening recommendations of gynecologic cancers. The curriculum, intended for primary health care professionals, consists of 6 modules that address gynecologic cancers including cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers. Access to these case-based e-learning modules: http://www.cdc.gov/learning . Earn free CE!

Reducing Secondhand Smoke Exposure in Tribal Communities

California Indian Tobacco Education (CITE) presentation on Reducing Secondhand Smoke Exposure provided by Chris Cooper, M.Ed. CLICK HERE TO VIEW

Request for Survey Participation: Help Finalize Patient Navigation Tool

From: GW Cancer institute – The George Washington University The George Washington University (GW) Cancer Institute is developing a free tool for oncology patient navigation programs to use to track and report outcomes. We hope that this tool can help patient navigation programs evaluate impact and demonstrate value when seeking support to sustain their programs. […]

Sault Tribe Health Educator begins Journey to Inspire Tobacco-Free Youth in the U.P.

Sault Tribe Health Educator begins Journey to Inspire Tobacco-Free Youth in the U.P. Colin Welker one of 30 national activism fellows appointed by Truth Initiative from more than 750 applicants SAULT STE. MARIE, Michigan (Jan. 5, 2016) – A Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Community Health educator is leading efforts to create the […]

Public Health Implications of Raising The Minimum Age of Legal Access to Tobacco Products

Public Health Implications of Raising the Minimum Age of Legal Access to Tobacco Products From: Institute of Medicine of the National Academies FULL PDF HERE Over the past 50 years, tobacco control in the United States has led to an estimated 8 million fewer premature deaths. However, tobacco use continues to significantly affect public health, […]

PODCAST: Prevent Cervical Cancer

PODCAST: Prevent Cervical Cancer From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Cervical cancer can be prevented. Listen as two friends – one a doctor – talk about screening tests as early detection. Learn what test you might need. To listen, click here.

E-cigarette Ads Reach Nearly 7 in 10 Middle and High-School Students

For more information and infographics from CDC, click here. E-cigarette Ads Reach Nearly 7 in 10 Middle and High-School Students More than 18 million youth see e-cigarette ads: many ads use themes from cigarette ads that appeal to youth About 7 in 10 middle and high school students – more than 18 million young […]

Wisconsin Comprehensive Cancer Control Program Infographics, Issue Briefs, and Fact Sheets

The WI Comprehensive Cancer Control program has developed a series of Infographics, Issue Briefs, and Fact Sheets on cancer related topics. You can find them at: https://wicancer.org/resources/infographic-series/ https://wicancer.org/resources/issue-briefs/ https://wicancer.org/resources/fact-sheets/

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