nnn FUNDING OPPORTUNITY: American Cancer Society to Issue Dedicated American indian and Alaska Native Funding Opportunity for Colorectal Cancer Screening
The American Cancer Society is awarding five grants up to $100,000 to tribal health organizations supporting colorectal cancer screening in American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Applications close May 17, 2017. Contact SPO@cancer.org for details.
Tobacco A new worry for smokers’ families: ‘thirdhand smoke’
Thirdhand smoke—toxic nicotine and chemical residue clinging to skin, hair, and clothes—poses a hidden danger to smokers' families. Recent studies show children of smokers have three times higher hand nicotine levels than non-smoking children, raising concerns about long-term health risks from exposure that extends far beyond secondhand smoke.
Truth Initiative CVS teams with Truth Initiative to stamp out tobacco use at college campuses
CVS Health Foundation partners with Truth Initiative to combat tobacco use on college campuses, focusing on historically Black colleges and community colleges. The initiative addresses how tobacco companies disproportionately target minority and low-income communities. Together, they aim to double tobacco-free educational institutions nationwide, supporting 106 colleges in adopting comprehensive smoke-free policies while advancing social justice.
nnn Quit Methods Used by US Adult Cigarette Smokers, 2014-2016
Most U.S. adult smokers attempting to quit use multiple methods simultaneously. Cold turkey remains popular, alongside reducing cigarette consumption and substituting with e-cigarettes. Notably, e-cigarettes are used more frequently than FDA-approved nicotine replacement therapies, though their long-term cessation effectiveness remains unproven and warrants further research.
Resource USCS Cancer Data Visualization site from CDC
Discover the CDC's new United States Cancer Statistics Data Visualization tool—an intuitive platform making cancer surveillance data accessible to the public and health planners. Explore interactive maps, charts, and state-specific comparisons while tracking cancer incidence and mortality trends across America.
Spriit of Eagles Call for Abstracts: 10th Annual Conference Changing Patterns of Cancer in Native Communities: Strength through Tradition and Science
Join us for the 10th Annual Conference on Changing Patterns of Cancer in Native Communities, September 21-24, 2017 in Niagara Falls. This unique forum unites researchers, clinicians, students, and community leaders to address cancer disparities among American Indian/Alaska Native populations. Abstract deadline: April 14, 2017. Co-hosted by Mayo Clinic and Roswell Park Cancer Institute.
Women's Health Women smokers 13 times more likely to have a major heart attack than non-smoking peers
Women smokers under 50 face a startling reality: they're nearly 13 times more likely to suffer major heart attacks than non-smoking peers. Groundbreaking research from Sheffield Teaching Hospitals reveals smoking obliterates hormonal cardiovascular protection in young women, with risk dramatically increasing further after menopause. Even fit, healthy female smokers remain dangerously vulnerable—a preventable threat demanding immediate attention.
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Gone Too Soon
Thirteen years have passed since Aileen lost her battle with colorectal cancer. Her strength and positivity through treatment inspired her granddaughters toward compassionate careers. Now, her daughter-in-law Tammi honors her memory by advocating colorectal cancer screening, determined to spare others from similar loss and heartbreak.
Powwow for Hope American Indian Cancer Foundation to host Powwow for Hope on May 6, 2017
The American Indian Cancer Foundation hosts Powwow for Hope, the nation's only cancer awareness powwow, on May 6, 2017. This sixth annual event honors cancer survivors and fighters while raising funds for cancer education and supportive services for American Indian communities. Join through fundraising teams, sponsorships, volunteering, or donations.
nnn 1 in 4 youths exposed to secondhand smoke from e-cigarettes, study shows
A new CDC study reveals that one in four middle and high school students have been exposed to secondhand e-cigarette aerosol in the past month—affecting approximately 6.5 million youths. The exposure poses serious health risks, including nicotine's potential harm to developing adolescent brains and toxic substances like heavy metals contained in e-cigarette aerosol.