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Take Down Commercial Tobacco National Day of Action

Join youth advocates nationwide on April 1, 2025, for the Take Down Commercial Tobacco National Day of Action. Stand against Big Tobacco's deceptive marketing tactics targeting kids, expose industry manipulation, and demand protective policy changes. Host an event, share your story, and amplify our collective voice for a tobacco-free future.

Advancing Smoking Cessation: FDA and NIH Priorities

Join the FDA and NIH on October 21 for a groundbreaking public meeting on smoking cessation innovation. Featuring expert presentations and panel discussions on clinical perspectives, development targets, and regulatory pathways, this free event offers opportunities for in-person and virtual attendance. Register by October 15 for in-person or October 21 for virtual participation.

NNN Webinar: Colorectal Cancer Prevention in the Alaska Tribal Health System

Join the National Native Network and Indian Health Service for a crucial webinar on colorectal cancer prevention in Alaska tribal communities. Led by epidemiologist Diana Redwood, PhD, MPH, this session equips healthcare teams with evidence-based screening strategies and patient education tools. March 29, 2023, 3-4 p.m. EDT. Free CE credit available.

NIHB hosts All Tribes Call: CDC

The CDC will participate in the National Indian Health Board's All Tribes Call on July 23rd to share COVID-19 resources and support strategies. CDC officials will discuss available assistance and hear directly from tribal leaders about their communities' needs, challenges, and recommendations for improving pandemic response efforts in Indian Country.

January 1 – 31, 2020

January marks Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a crucial time to prioritize women's health and preventive care. The American Indian Cancer Foundation provides essential resources and information to help communities understand cervical cancer risk factors, screening options, and treatment advances. Take action this month to support awareness and encourage early detection.

NNN & IHS HP/DP Webinar – REACH Obesity Strategies

Join the National Native Network and Indian Health Service for a webinar on REACH Obesity Strategies, September 26, 2018. Learn evidence-based approaches to obesity prevention in American Indian communities from expert presenters. Earn continuing education credits while exploring the REACH Journey to Wellness model and effective nutrition and physical activity interventions.

NNN & IHS HP/DP Webinar – Obesity Prevention: Using Multiple Approaches to Support Wellness

Join the National Native Network and Indian Health Service for a webinar on obesity prevention in Indian Country. Learn evidence-based strategies to address overweight and obesity disparities among American Indians and Alaska Natives. Expert presenter CAPT Heidi Blanck from CDC shares effective, multi-sector approaches to support wellness. September 19, 2018, 3-4 PM EDT. CME/CNE credits available.

2018 IHS Cancer Support Leadership Training

Join the 2018 IHS Cancer Support Leadership Training in Billings, Montana, July 20-22. Learn relationship building, emotional support skills, and how to establish cancer support groups for Native American communities. Free for American Indian and Alaska Native individuals. Travel scholarships available. Limited spots—apply by June 29, 2018.

Wrangell Health Fair Photos

Wrangell's April 2018 Health Fair brought community members together to celebrate tobacco-free living. Partnership for a Tobacco Free Southeast Alaska shared inspiring quit-smoking stories, discussed e-cigarette targeting of youth, and highlighted cigarette butts as toxic waste. Attendees captured their victories through photos while learning vital health information.

Tobacco Free Michigan Presents: 2018 Tobacco Issues Conference, Uniting Efforts to Address Disparities

Join Tobacco Free Michigan for the 2018 Tobacco Issues Conference in Muskegon on April 23-24. This pivotal event unites stakeholders to address tobacco-related disparities across communities. Register now to share insights, build partnerships, and advance collective efforts toward a healthier Michigan. Registration is open today.
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Upcoming Events

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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

Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists Annual Conference | Boston, MA | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER

National Tribal Tobacco Conference | June 23, 2026 | Minneapolis, MN | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER

Jiimaan Journey | LEARN MORE

Great Lakes Area Tribal Public Health Conference | LEARN MORE