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SouthEast Alaska Rural Health Consortium E-cigarettes and Smoking Cessation in Real-World and Clinical Settings: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

For full article, click here.   Lancet Respir Med 2016; Published Online; January 13, 2016; http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/ S2213-2600(15)00521-4 Sara Kalkhoran, Stanton A Glantz Findings 38 studies (of 577 studies identified) were included in the systematic review; all 20 studies with control groups (15 cohort studies, three cross-sectional studies, and two clinical trials) were included in random […]

SouthEast Alaska Rural Health Consortium Michigan Tobacco Quitline Fact Sheet

Hours: 24 hours a day Callers can leave a message for a return call within 2 business days Quit Line’s Free Services Include: Information and referrals to local quit-tobacco resources and services. Text messaged or emailed tips for quitting. Information for those concerned about a tobacco user. Telephone coaching for Michigan residents with Medicare, Medicaid, […]

Tobacco Free 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.  […]

nnn 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) […]

Women's Health 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!

SouthEast Alaska Rural Health Consortium 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

Survey 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. […]

Youth Activism Fellowship 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 […]

Tobacco 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, […]

Women 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.