The FDA has issued marketing denial orders for Logic's menthol e-cigarette products, prohibiting their distribution in the United States. This marks the first menthol e-cigarette denial based on comprehensive scientific review. Logic failed to demonstrate that menthol variants promote smoking cessation more effectively than tobacco-flavored alternatives, failing to meet public health protection standards.
The Navajo Nation marks a historic milestone with the Air is Life Act of 2021, championing tobacco control and cultural reclamation. Join Hershel Clark, MPH, as he shares insights on this groundbreaking legislation and its impact on community health and sovereignty.
The FDA has issued marketing denial orders for all JUUL products currently sold in the United States, requiring immediate removal from shelves. The agency determined the company failed to provide sufficient evidence regarding toxicological safety, citing conflicting data on genotoxicity and potentially harmful chemicals leaching from pods. JUUL must cease distribution or face enforcement action.
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.
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.
Master brief tobacco interventions with this WHO-endorsed toolkit designed for primary care providers. Learn the evidence-based 5As model for patients ready to quit and the 5Rs framework to boost motivation. Discover essential strategies for tobacco control and secondhand smoke prevention integrated into routine practice.
Tobacco use remains America's most preventable cause of illness. This comprehensive toolkit empowers community health facilities to create tobacco-free environments through policy implementation, organizational readiness assessment, and evidence-based cessation services. Workplace smoking bans reduce secondhand smoke exposure by 72%, while interventions help even those with mental illness and addiction successfully quit.
The CDC launched targeted campaign materials on December 3, 2020, to reach military personnel and veterans through the Tips From Former Smokers initiative. Featuring powerful stories like Nathan M. and Michael P., both tribal members and veterans affected by smoking-related illness, these resources address tobacco use during significant military holidays and observances.
Join Air Is Life Thursday, November 19th at 6-8 p.m. MDT on KTNN for an essential tribal casinos forum. Expert speakers discuss smoke-free workplace initiatives, gaming industry insights, and tribal leadership strategies. Hear from Clinton Isham, Brian Christopher, Britt Carter, and Missy Tracy as they explore creating healthier tribal casino environments nationwide.
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends primary care clinicians provide education and counseling to prevent school-aged children and adolescents from starting tobacco use, including e-cigarettes. However, evidence gaps exist regarding cessation interventions for youth already using tobacco, requiring clinicians to exercise individual judgment.
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National Network of Public Health Institutes Annual Conference | New Orleans, LA | LEARN MORE AND REGISTER
Webinar | Truth Initiative presents Respira Vida: Stories, Science, and the Latino Journey with Nicotine | REGISTER HERE
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
