Webinars and Trainings
Affinity Call: Best Practices for Supporting Cancer Screening in Hispanic/Latin(x) Clients with Behavioral Health Conditions
Thursday, July 25th, 2019 @ 3:00pm – 4:00pm EST
Did you know that Hispanic/Latin(x) individuals are more likely to be diagnosed with advanced stages of disease and experience poor mental health outcomes following a cancer diagnosis? Are you curious to learn about culturally appropriate ways to support Hispanic/Latin(x) individuals with behavioral health conditions in accessing cancer screenings and finding preventative cancer care? Join Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) Network and the National Behavioral Health Network’s affinity call during which we will talk about ways to help providers understand the unique barriers preventing access to care, bring your questions, and let's identify practical solutions to address them together with the experts!
What: National Behavioral Health Network and Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) Network Affinity Call on Best Practices for Supporting Cancer Screening in Hispanic/Latin(x) Clients with Behavioral Health Conditions.
Featured Speaker: Gilberto Pérez Jr., MSW, ACSW (President and CEO of Bienvenido Community Solutions, LLC, Vice President for Student Life, Goshen College)
Affinity call recording available at http://meet33479597.adobeconnect.com/poysjon6gj5w/
Additional resources/info referenced during the call can be found below:
What: National Behavioral Health Network and Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) Network Affinity Call on Best Practices for Supporting Cancer Screening in Hispanic/Latin(x) Clients with Behavioral Health Conditions.
Featured Speaker: Gilberto Pérez Jr., MSW, ACSW (President and CEO of Bienvenido Community Solutions, LLC, Vice President for Student Life, Goshen College)
Affinity call recording available at http://meet33479597.adobeconnect.com/poysjon6gj5w/
Additional resources/info referenced during the call can be found below:
- Promotores de Salud/Community Health Workers information page by the CDC. Includes more information on what promotores de salud are and some case study examples of the community health worker model.
- National Latino Behavioral Health Association. The National Latino Behavioral Health Association provides national leadership on mental health and substance abuse concerns of the Latino community in the areas of policy, education, mental health and substance abuse service delivery, Latino focused behavioral health research, and Latino family-focused interventions.
- Access to Care: Remembering Old Lessons. This research article contains more information about the five A’s of access to care which was referenced during the affinity call.
- Massachusetts General Hospital Advanced Disparities Center. The Advanced Disparities Center was established to increase the understanding of the factors affecting mental health service disparities in Latinos and other minorities and generating research and knowledge to eliminate them.
- Bienvenido Community Solutions, LLC. The Bienvenido program’s mission is to improve the mental health and quality of life of immigrants through a nationwide network of facilitators that lead change through people, teach advocacy, and empower immigrants for service in the community.
- To join the Nuestras Voces (Our Voces) Network, just visit www.nuestrasvoces.org and click on the “Join” tab and complete the brief membership form. For more information about the Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) Network you can contact Marcela Gaitán, Senior Director for External Relations, at nuestrasvoces@healthyamericas.org.
- Addressing Behavioral Health and Cancer in Hispanic/Latino Populations resource digest post on NBHN’s website BHtheChange.org
WEBINAR: What Works: Increasing Cervical Cancer Screening Amongst Hispanics, Asian & Pacific Islander Populations
Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at @ 3:00pm – 4:00pm EDT/ 12:00pm – 1:00pm PDT
Join the Nuestras Voces and APPEAL Networks for the webinar: What Works: Increasing Cervical Cancer Screening Amongst Hispanics, Asian & Pacific Islander Populations. The program will highlight resources to support efforts for cervical cancer education and prevention, and present examples of implemented interventions in Hispanic and Asian and Pacific Islander communities, such as the Es Tiempo Campaign: A focus on clinic and environmental cues to promote screening and the Papalooza Screening Event: An effort to increase delivery of affordable cervical cancer screenings for uninsured women. Date & Time: Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at @ 3:00pm – 4:00pm EDT/ 12:00pm – 1:00pm PDT. Target Audience: Cancer program directors and managers at health departments, community-based organizations, promotores de salud/community health workers, and other health providers and stakeholders working with local communities. |
To view the recording of the webinar and download the slides please click below.
| ||
June is Pride Month!
Cancer & Latinx LGBTQ Populations
Thursday, June 27, 2019 @ 3:00pm – 4:00pm EDT
Join the Nuestras Voces Network and the National LGBTQ Cancer Network for a special collaborative webinar: Cancer & Latinx LGBTQ Populations. In this webinar you will learn about cancer and tobacco related health disparities among Latinx LGBTQ populations. The webinar will also highlight available resources and materials to support outreach and education activities.
Presenter:
The webinar will feature Dr. Natalie Alizaga, Assistant Professor in the Psychology Department at Cañada College in Redwood City, CA. Dr. Alizaga's research assesses factors that influence tobacco and cancer-related health cognitions and behaviors among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) individuals, low-income populations, and racial/ethnic minorities.
Target Audience: Health care providers, public health professionals, health departments, community-based organizations, promotores de salud/community health workers, and other Hispanic-serving stakeholders working with local communities.
For more information contact us at nuestrasvoces@healthyamericas.org.
To download the webinar slides please click below.
Presenter:
The webinar will feature Dr. Natalie Alizaga, Assistant Professor in the Psychology Department at Cañada College in Redwood City, CA. Dr. Alizaga's research assesses factors that influence tobacco and cancer-related health cognitions and behaviors among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) individuals, low-income populations, and racial/ethnic minorities.
Target Audience: Health care providers, public health professionals, health departments, community-based organizations, promotores de salud/community health workers, and other Hispanic-serving stakeholders working with local communities.
For more information contact us at nuestrasvoces@healthyamericas.org.
To download the webinar slides please click below.
|
To view the recording of the webinar please click below.
| ||
Nuestras Voces Network Webinar: Promoting Tobacco Cessation Through Evidence-Based Clinical Interventions and Global Awareness Campaigns
Wednesday, May 29, 2019 @ 2:00pm – 3:00pm EDT
In commemoration of World No Tobacco Day 2019, please join the Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) Network Program webinar: Promoting Tobacco Cessation Through Evidence-Based Clinical Interventions and Global Awareness Campaigns. In this webinar you will learn how oral health faculty and clinicians incorporate tobacco dependence education in their work with students and patients. The webinar will also highlight global campaigns such as World No Tobacco Day, and how multi-sectorial stakeholders can engage and promote its multilingual messaging and communication strategies to raise awareness about the harmful and deadly effects of tobacco use in diverse communities. The webinar will also provide information about available resources to support tobacco cessation promotion and education.
Presenters:
Learning Objectives:
Target Audience: Health providers, oral health educators, dental school faculty and students, hygienist students, nurses, community-based organizations, promotores de salud/community health workers, and other Hispanic-serving stakeholders working with local communities.
For more information contact us at nuestrasvoces@healthyamericas.org
To view the recording of the webinar and download the webinar slides please click below.
Presenters:
- Joan Davis, RDH, PhD, Professor and Director of Research, Special Projects & Initiatives, A.T. Still University-Missouri School of Dentistry & Oral Health; and,
- Dr. Francisco Armada, Advisor, Tobacco Control Program, Pan American Health Organization
Learning Objectives:
- Learn about an evidence-based resource for oral health faculty/educators and clinicians to incorporate tobacco prevention and education in their practices.
- Identify available Spanish language communication materials and resources to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke in Hispanic communities
Target Audience: Health providers, oral health educators, dental school faculty and students, hygienist students, nurses, community-based organizations, promotores de salud/community health workers, and other Hispanic-serving stakeholders working with local communities.
For more information contact us at nuestrasvoces@healthyamericas.org
To view the recording of the webinar and download the webinar slides please click below.
|
| ||||
Empowering Hispanic Youth to Take Action for a Tobacco-Free Life (September 27, 2018)
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities
This webinar introduces the participants to the work of the Truth Initiative to achieving a culture where all youth and young adults reject tobacco. It will also describe effective strategies and provide information on available resources to empower and engage youth and organizations to take action in their communities to achieve a tobacco-free future. According to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the FDA Center for Tobacco Products, the prevalence of ever use tobacco products was 32.5% for middle and high school students between 2014-2017 period. Hispanic students were among the groups with higher prevalence of ever use tobacco products (35.1%) and they were also more likely to have used tobacco products when compared to non-Hispanic white (32%) and non-Hispanic black (32.2%) students. These results underscore the need for targeted efforts to inspire and empower Hispanic youth to counter the tobacco industry’s influence in their communities.
Please click HERE to view the recording of the webinar.
Please click below to download the webinar slides.
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities
This webinar introduces the participants to the work of the Truth Initiative to achieving a culture where all youth and young adults reject tobacco. It will also describe effective strategies and provide information on available resources to empower and engage youth and organizations to take action in their communities to achieve a tobacco-free future. According to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the FDA Center for Tobacco Products, the prevalence of ever use tobacco products was 32.5% for middle and high school students between 2014-2017 period. Hispanic students were among the groups with higher prevalence of ever use tobacco products (35.1%) and they were also more likely to have used tobacco products when compared to non-Hispanic white (32%) and non-Hispanic black (32.2%) students. These results underscore the need for targeted efforts to inspire and empower Hispanic youth to counter the tobacco industry’s influence in their communities.
Please click HERE to view the recording of the webinar.
Please click below to download the webinar slides.
| nahhtruthinitiativewebinar.pdf |
Text Messaging Reminder Programs for Smoking Cessation and HPV Vaccination for Hispanic Communities (September 18, 2018)
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities
This webinar will provide information on how to incorporate text messaging services as a tool to help Hispanics quit smoking and to help Hispanic parents with reminders to complete the HPV vaccination series for their children. For community-based organizations, health care providers, promotores de salud (community health workers), health educators, and public health students, and other Hispanic-serving stakeholders looking for innovative ways to support local communities stay healthy.
Please click HERE to view the recording of the webinar.
Please click below to download the webinar slides.
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities
This webinar will provide information on how to incorporate text messaging services as a tool to help Hispanics quit smoking and to help Hispanic parents with reminders to complete the HPV vaccination series for their children. For community-based organizations, health care providers, promotores de salud (community health workers), health educators, and public health students, and other Hispanic-serving stakeholders looking for innovative ways to support local communities stay healthy.
Please click HERE to view the recording of the webinar.
Please click below to download the webinar slides.
| nahhncismokefreeespanolpresentation.pdf |
Vaping and Ecigs among Behavioral Health Populations: Research Evidence and Research Needs (September 12, 2018)
Hosted by: Smoking Cessation Leadership Center University of California, San Francisco
The Smoking Cessation Leadership Center (SCLC) invites you to join us for this webinar: Vaping and Ecigs among Behavioral Health Populations: Research Evidence and Research Needs. We are honored to have Judith (Jodi) Prochaska, PhD, MPH, Associate Professor of Medicine, Stanford University, presenting on this important and timely topic.
To download the slides click HERE.
Hosted by: Smoking Cessation Leadership Center University of California, San Francisco
The Smoking Cessation Leadership Center (SCLC) invites you to join us for this webinar: Vaping and Ecigs among Behavioral Health Populations: Research Evidence and Research Needs. We are honored to have Judith (Jodi) Prochaska, PhD, MPH, Associate Professor of Medicine, Stanford University, presenting on this important and timely topic.
To download the slides click HERE.
CE Course on Adolescent Marijuana Use and Dependence
Hosted by: National Institute on Drug Abuse
Created in collaboration with the Institute for Research, Education, and Training in Addictions, the course focuses on the risks for marijuana use in adolescents, newly developed tools for screening youths for marijuana dependence, and resources for treating adolescents with cannabis use disorder. The course also covers topics such as driving and marijuana use and aftercare programs for preventing relapse. CE credit is available for those who successfully complete the course.
To take the course click HERE.
Hosted by: National Institute on Drug Abuse
Created in collaboration with the Institute for Research, Education, and Training in Addictions, the course focuses on the risks for marijuana use in adolescents, newly developed tools for screening youths for marijuana dependence, and resources for treating adolescents with cannabis use disorder. The course also covers topics such as driving and marijuana use and aftercare programs for preventing relapse. CE credit is available for those who successfully complete the course.
To take the course click HERE.
AMIGAS: An Effective Intervention to Increase Cervical Cancer Screening Among Hispanic Women ( May 16th, 2018)
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities
Please join the Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities for its next scheduled webinar: AMIGAS: An Effective Intervention to Increase Cervical Cancer Screening Among Hispanic Women. This webinar will introduce the participants to an evidence-based culturally proficient outreach intervention, designed to help promotoras de salud (community health workers) and other lay health educators increase cervical cancer screening among Hispanic women.
Please click HERE to view the recording of the webinar.
Please click below to download the webinar slides.
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities
Please join the Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities for its next scheduled webinar: AMIGAS: An Effective Intervention to Increase Cervical Cancer Screening Among Hispanic Women. This webinar will introduce the participants to an evidence-based culturally proficient outreach intervention, designed to help promotoras de salud (community health workers) and other lay health educators increase cervical cancer screening among Hispanic women.
Please click HERE to view the recording of the webinar.
Please click below to download the webinar slides.
| nuestrasvocesamigaspresentationfinalmay2018.pdf |
Curso Virtual: Control Integral del Cáncer Cervicouterino (Para acceder al curso en español visite el siguiente enlace: http://bit.ly/2GxJEg5)
Hosted by: Organización Panamericana de la Salud (OPS)
El Campus Virtual de Salud Pública (CVSP) de la Organización Panamericana de la Salud (OPS) ofrece el Curso Virtual: Control Integral del Cáncer Cervicouterino. Este curso ha sido elaborado en el Departamento de Enfermedades no transmisibles de la OPS y está disponible de manera gratuita. Este curso está dirigido al personal del nivel primario de atención, a los trabajadores sanitarios de la comunidad y a los estudiantes, tanto en las carreras de salud, como en otras disciplinas relacionadas. Los materiales del curso avanzan a lo largo de la historia natural del cáncer cervicouterino revisando todas las actividades que se pueden realizar, a través de esta, para manejar la enfermedad. Estas actividades incluyen, la vacunación contra el VPH en adolescentes, el tamizaje en mujeres adultas, la derivación para diagnóstico o tratamiento de las mujeres con resultados anormales de tamizaje; el tratamiento de lesiones precancerosas o el cáncer invasor y por último, la provisión de cuidados paliativos a las mujeres con cáncer avanzado o terminal. Se incluye también contenido sobre estrategias de movilización comunitaria y sobre la elaboración de programas de control de cáncer cervicouterino. El curso y la información que contiene se han adaptado a partir de la Guía de la OPS/OMS sobre el Control Integral del Cáncer Cervicouterino para que sean relevantes para los profesionales de la salud en América Latina y el Caribe.
Para acceder al curso en español haga clic AQUI.
Hosted by: Organización Panamericana de la Salud (OPS)
El Campus Virtual de Salud Pública (CVSP) de la Organización Panamericana de la Salud (OPS) ofrece el Curso Virtual: Control Integral del Cáncer Cervicouterino. Este curso ha sido elaborado en el Departamento de Enfermedades no transmisibles de la OPS y está disponible de manera gratuita. Este curso está dirigido al personal del nivel primario de atención, a los trabajadores sanitarios de la comunidad y a los estudiantes, tanto en las carreras de salud, como en otras disciplinas relacionadas. Los materiales del curso avanzan a lo largo de la historia natural del cáncer cervicouterino revisando todas las actividades que se pueden realizar, a través de esta, para manejar la enfermedad. Estas actividades incluyen, la vacunación contra el VPH en adolescentes, el tamizaje en mujeres adultas, la derivación para diagnóstico o tratamiento de las mujeres con resultados anormales de tamizaje; el tratamiento de lesiones precancerosas o el cáncer invasor y por último, la provisión de cuidados paliativos a las mujeres con cáncer avanzado o terminal. Se incluye también contenido sobre estrategias de movilización comunitaria y sobre la elaboración de programas de control de cáncer cervicouterino. El curso y la información que contiene se han adaptado a partir de la Guía de la OPS/OMS sobre el Control Integral del Cáncer Cervicouterino para que sean relevantes para los profesionales de la salud en América Latina y el Caribe.
Para acceder al curso en español haga clic AQUI.
Text Messaging for Hispanic Health: Smoking Cessation and HPV Vaccination Reminder Services (September 29th, 2017)
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities
Please join the Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities for a webinar, on September 29, 2017 from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern, on how text messaging services can help Hispanics quit smoking and complete the HPV vaccination series for their children. According to Pew Research, 98% of all Hispanic adults own a cell phone, with an overwhelming majority sending and receiving texts. Not surprisingly, text messaging can effectively help connect this community with health care information and services.
Please click HERE to download presentation slides.
Please click HERE to view a recording of the webinar.
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities
Please join the Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities for a webinar, on September 29, 2017 from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Eastern, on how text messaging services can help Hispanics quit smoking and complete the HPV vaccination series for their children. According to Pew Research, 98% of all Hispanic adults own a cell phone, with an overwhelming majority sending and receiving texts. Not surprisingly, text messaging can effectively help connect this community with health care information and services.
Please click HERE to download presentation slides.
Please click HERE to view a recording of the webinar.
Tobacco and Cancer-Related Health Insurance Benefits in Marketplace Plans (September 21st, 2017)
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities
Despite gains since the launch of the Affordable Care Act’s insurance marketplaces in 2014, Hispanics remain the group most likely to be uninsured. Recent estimates reveal Hispanics have an uninsured rate of 16.2% compared to non-Hispanic whites at 6.7%. Understanding how to best explain the enrollment process, as well as the preventive benefits that come with insurance plans, can increase enrollment, reduce the insurance disparity, and improve the health of Hispanics. This webinar will especially benefit promotores and community health workers who provide health insurance enrollment navigation support in Hispanic communities
Please click HERE to download presentation slides.
Please click HERE to view a recording of the webinar.
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities
Despite gains since the launch of the Affordable Care Act’s insurance marketplaces in 2014, Hispanics remain the group most likely to be uninsured. Recent estimates reveal Hispanics have an uninsured rate of 16.2% compared to non-Hispanic whites at 6.7%. Understanding how to best explain the enrollment process, as well as the preventive benefits that come with insurance plans, can increase enrollment, reduce the insurance disparity, and improve the health of Hispanics. This webinar will especially benefit promotores and community health workers who provide health insurance enrollment navigation support in Hispanic communities
Please click HERE to download presentation slides.
Please click HERE to view a recording of the webinar.
Don't Behave Like You Live in a Cave: Considerations for Data Translation in an Evolving Landscape (May 23rd, 2017)
Hosted by: Tobacco Technical Assistance Consortium
Among both Hispanic men and women, colorectal cancer is the second-most commonly diagnosed cancer, and the third-leading cause of cancer death. While screening is a critical prevention tool, screening rates are lowest for Hispanics compared with other groups. Understanding how to discuss and promote colorectal cancer screening in culturally proficient ways is critical to reducing this disparity.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
To view presentation slides, click HERE.
Hosted by: Tobacco Technical Assistance Consortium
Among both Hispanic men and women, colorectal cancer is the second-most commonly diagnosed cancer, and the third-leading cause of cancer death. While screening is a critical prevention tool, screening rates are lowest for Hispanics compared with other groups. Understanding how to discuss and promote colorectal cancer screening in culturally proficient ways is critical to reducing this disparity.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
To view presentation slides, click HERE.
Culturally Proficient Strategies to Improve Colorectal Cancer Screening Among Hispanics (March 29th, 2017)
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities
Among both Hispanic men and women, colorectal cancer is the second-most commonly diagnosed cancer, and the third-leading cause of cancer death. While screening is a critical prevention tool, screening rates are lowest for Hispanics compared with other groups. Understanding how to discuss and promote colorectal cancer screening in culturally proficient ways is critical to reducing this disparity.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
To view presentation slides, click HERE.
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities
Among both Hispanic men and women, colorectal cancer is the second-most commonly diagnosed cancer, and the third-leading cause of cancer death. While screening is a critical prevention tool, screening rates are lowest for Hispanics compared with other groups. Understanding how to discuss and promote colorectal cancer screening in culturally proficient ways is critical to reducing this disparity.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
To view presentation slides, click HERE.
Colorectal Cancer Screening Best Practices Handbook for Health Plans (March 28th, 2017)
Hosted by: National Colorectal Roundtable
In this webinar the new NCCRT Colorectal Cancer Screening Best Practices Handbook for Health Plans will be introduced. The purpose of this handbook is to provide health plans with advice on the design and delivery of effective colorectal cancer screening programs. The webinar will provide participants with a guided tour of the best practices, case studies, and templates and tools found within the handbook, and offer a deeper dive into the exemplary practices for one of the profiled health plans.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
Hosted by: National Colorectal Roundtable
In this webinar the new NCCRT Colorectal Cancer Screening Best Practices Handbook for Health Plans will be introduced. The purpose of this handbook is to provide health plans with advice on the design and delivery of effective colorectal cancer screening programs. The webinar will provide participants with a guided tour of the best practices, case studies, and templates and tools found within the handbook, and offer a deeper dive into the exemplary practices for one of the profiled health plans.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
Warner Series: Perspectives on Tobacco as a Social Justice Issue (April 26th, 2017)
Hosted by: Truth Initiative
Tobacco is not an equal opportunity killer. For decades, millions of Americans have been disproportionately affected by tobacco use, and it's not a coincidence. African Americans, those in low-income neighborhoods, LGBTQ communities and individuals with mental illness have been the target of profiling by the tobacco industry. Our truth #StopProfiling campaign shines a light on how even today tobacco industry marketing singles out these communities. Join us as Jayne O'Donnell from USA Today moderates a panel discussion, It’s Not a Coincidence, It’s Profiling: Perspectives on Tobacco as a Social Justice Issue. You'll hear personal and professional perspectives on the problem of tobacco use and be a part of a discussion about what can be done to eliminate tobacco-related health disparities for all populations.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
Hosted by: Truth Initiative
Tobacco is not an equal opportunity killer. For decades, millions of Americans have been disproportionately affected by tobacco use, and it's not a coincidence. African Americans, those in low-income neighborhoods, LGBTQ communities and individuals with mental illness have been the target of profiling by the tobacco industry. Our truth #StopProfiling campaign shines a light on how even today tobacco industry marketing singles out these communities. Join us as Jayne O'Donnell from USA Today moderates a panel discussion, It’s Not a Coincidence, It’s Profiling: Perspectives on Tobacco as a Social Justice Issue. You'll hear personal and professional perspectives on the problem of tobacco use and be a part of a discussion about what can be done to eliminate tobacco-related health disparities for all populations.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
Ask the Expert: How to Get Involved in Research as a Survivor (February 10th, 2017)
Hosted by: George Washington University Cancer Center
Survivors' cancer experiences give them unique expertise that is crucial to strengthening research and improving patient-centered care. Survivors can improve patient-centered research by sharing their insights in a number of capacities, for example, by reviewing research proposals, advocating for research funding and participating on the research team. Yet, understanding the research process and learning how to get involved can be daunting.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
Hosted by: George Washington University Cancer Center
Survivors' cancer experiences give them unique expertise that is crucial to strengthening research and improving patient-centered care. Survivors can improve patient-centered research by sharing their insights in a number of capacities, for example, by reviewing research proposals, advocating for research funding and participating on the research team. Yet, understanding the research process and learning how to get involved can be daunting.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
Engaging Health Professionals and Strengthening Smoking Cessation Interventions: Success Stories from Family Physicians, Respiratory Therapists and Psychiatric Nurses (January 31st, 2017)
Hosted by: Smoking Cessation Leadership Center
Objectives: Describe ways to engage professional colleagues in educational, clinical and research initiatives focused on tobacco dependence; Identify tools and resources developed by AAFP, AARC and APNA to apply to your organization or setting.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
Hosted by: Smoking Cessation Leadership Center
Objectives: Describe ways to engage professional colleagues in educational, clinical and research initiatives focused on tobacco dependence; Identify tools and resources developed by AAFP, AARC and APNA to apply to your organization or setting.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
Familial Risk and CRC Screening (December 8th, 2016)
Hosted by: National Colorectal Roundtable
During the webinar, study authors Dr. Jan Lowery and Dr. Dennis Ahnen will review the NCCRT-commissioned article that was published earlier this year on colorectal cancer and family history in the journal Cancer: Understanding the contribution of family history to colorectal cancer risk and its clinical implications: A state-of-the-science review. The NCCRT’s Family History Task Group conducted this review to better understand the current state of knowledge regarding family history and colorectal cancer.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
Hosted by: National Colorectal Roundtable
During the webinar, study authors Dr. Jan Lowery and Dr. Dennis Ahnen will review the NCCRT-commissioned article that was published earlier this year on colorectal cancer and family history in the journal Cancer: Understanding the contribution of family history to colorectal cancer risk and its clinical implications: A state-of-the-science review. The NCCRT’s Family History Task Group conducted this review to better understand the current state of knowledge regarding family history and colorectal cancer.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
Putting Together the Puzzle Pieces - How a Robust Survivorship Care Plan Model Helps Meet the Needs of Survivors (December 1st, 2016)
Hosted by: George Washington University Cancer Center
To view this webinar, click HERE.
Hosted by: George Washington University Cancer Center
- Learn how NECS utilizes current EMR structures to remove barriers to survivorship care plan building
- Learn how NECS implements the Survivorship Plan to meet #13 of the Components of the IOM Cancer Care Management Plan
- Discuss the current practices and tools of the survivorship care plan model
- Describe the unique components of the phase-specific breast cancer survivorship care plan
- Recognize the multisystem head and neck survivorship needs within the head and neck SCP template
To view this webinar, click HERE.
Community Based Solutions to Promote Health Equity in the U.S. (December 1st, 2016)
Hosted by: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine - Health and Medicine Division
This brief webinar served as a "heads-up" for individuals and groups interested in helping disseminate the report once it was released. Stakeholders received a brief recap of the committee’s charge and the study process, information on the new Culture of Health Program at the National Academy of Medicine, and details about communications and dissemination strategies and tools to use at the report’s release.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
To view presentation slides, click HERE.
Hosted by: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine - Health and Medicine Division
This brief webinar served as a "heads-up" for individuals and groups interested in helping disseminate the report once it was released. Stakeholders received a brief recap of the committee’s charge and the study process, information on the new Culture of Health Program at the National Academy of Medicine, and details about communications and dissemination strategies and tools to use at the report’s release.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
To view presentation slides, click HERE.
Connecting Hispanic LGBT Communities with Health Care - A Focus on Smoking Cessation and Cancer Screening Services (October 14th, 2016)
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network and LGBT HealthLink
Please join LGBT HealthLink, the Network for Health Equity, and Nuestras Voces (Our Voices), the National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities, for a joint webinar to learn more about efforts to connect the Hispanic LGBT community with culturally proficient health services. Advocates and policy experts in the fields of immigration policy, civil rights, and LGBT services will discuss proven strategies that are advancing these public health priorities in Hispanic communities.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
To view presentation slides, click HERE.
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network and LGBT HealthLink
Please join LGBT HealthLink, the Network for Health Equity, and Nuestras Voces (Our Voices), the National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities, for a joint webinar to learn more about efforts to connect the Hispanic LGBT community with culturally proficient health services. Advocates and policy experts in the fields of immigration policy, civil rights, and LGBT services will discuss proven strategies that are advancing these public health priorities in Hispanic communities.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
To view presentation slides, click HERE.
Using Text Message Campaigns to Connect Hispanic with Tobacco and Cancer-Related Information and Services (September 28th, 2016)
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network and Mobile Commons
For community-based organizations, health care providers, and other stakeholders looking for ways to communicate with local communities, please join us for this webinar to learn about:
• How text messaging campaigns can effectively engage the Hispanic community to improve health outcomes;
• Successful text messaging case studies in the areas of tobacco control and vaccination uptake; and,
• The first steps to take when considering a text messaging program.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
To view presentation slides, click HERE.
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network and Mobile Commons
For community-based organizations, health care providers, and other stakeholders looking for ways to communicate with local communities, please join us for this webinar to learn about:
• How text messaging campaigns can effectively engage the Hispanic community to improve health outcomes;
• Successful text messaging case studies in the areas of tobacco control and vaccination uptake; and,
• The first steps to take when considering a text messaging program.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
To view presentation slides, click HERE.
Using Immunization Information Systems to Increase HPV Vaccination Uptake (August 22nd, 2016)
Hosted by: National AHEC Organization & the George Washington Cancer Institute Center
This National Immunization Awareness Month, the George Washington University (GW) Cancer Center and the National Area Health Education Center Organization (NAO) are pleased to host this webinar featuring speakers from the American Immunization Registry Association (AIRA), who will give an overview of IIS, and the North Dakota Comprehensive Cancer Control Program, who will provide insight into its real-world application.
To view PowerPoint slides of the webinar, click HERE.
Hosted by: National AHEC Organization & the George Washington Cancer Institute Center
This National Immunization Awareness Month, the George Washington University (GW) Cancer Center and the National Area Health Education Center Organization (NAO) are pleased to host this webinar featuring speakers from the American Immunization Registry Association (AIRA), who will give an overview of IIS, and the North Dakota Comprehensive Cancer Control Program, who will provide insight into its real-world application.
To view PowerPoint slides of the webinar, click HERE.
Colorectal Cancer Screening and the Patient Centered Medical Home (July 28th, 2016)
Hosted by: National Colorectal Roundtable
Webinar addressed colorectal cancer screening in the Patient-Centered Medical Home. NCCRT Co-chair Dr. Robert Smith reviewed the article, Promoting cancer screening within the patient centered medical home, and NCCRT member Dr. Sue Lagarde described her practice’s use of colorectal cancer screening for patient-centered medical home recognition quality improvement efforts.
To view this webinar click, HERE.
Hosted by: National Colorectal Roundtable
Webinar addressed colorectal cancer screening in the Patient-Centered Medical Home. NCCRT Co-chair Dr. Robert Smith reviewed the article, Promoting cancer screening within the patient centered medical home, and NCCRT member Dr. Sue Lagarde described her practice’s use of colorectal cancer screening for patient-centered medical home recognition quality improvement efforts.
To view this webinar click, HERE.
Research Project Update: AFIX Program Strategies for Improving HPV Vaccination Rates in the Field (May 19th, 2016)
Hosted by: CDC Adolescent Immunization Communications Team
Assistant Professor of Population Medicine at Harvard Medical School & Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute, Dr. Melissa Gilkey will discuss the tools and strategies that were used by the participating AFIX programs for improving HPV vaccination rates in the field. During this webinar, Dr. Gilkey will be joined by Chrystal Averette of the Washington Department of Health who will share how, as part of this project, Washington State is implementing specific strategies around reminder/recall and AFIX in order to increase HPV vaccination rates.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
Hosted by: CDC Adolescent Immunization Communications Team
Assistant Professor of Population Medicine at Harvard Medical School & Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute, Dr. Melissa Gilkey will discuss the tools and strategies that were used by the participating AFIX programs for improving HPV vaccination rates in the field. During this webinar, Dr. Gilkey will be joined by Chrystal Averette of the Washington Department of Health who will share how, as part of this project, Washington State is implementing specific strategies around reminder/recall and AFIX in order to increase HPV vaccination rates.
To view this webinar, click HERE.
eClinicalWorks Best Practices Guide (May 5th, 2016)
Hosted by: National Colorectal Roundtable
The May 5th webinar will provide an in-depth look at our eClincialWorks Best Practices Workflow and Documentation Guide to support colorectal cancer screening for eClinicalWorks. This webinar is best suited for those who work directly with EHRs and eClinicalWorks in particular. This is not an introductory webinar.
To view this webinar click, HERE.
Hosted by: National Colorectal Roundtable
The May 5th webinar will provide an in-depth look at our eClincialWorks Best Practices Workflow and Documentation Guide to support colorectal cancer screening for eClinicalWorks. This webinar is best suited for those who work directly with EHRs and eClinicalWorks in particular. This is not an introductory webinar.
To view this webinar click, HERE.
Controlling Your Own Density: Strategies to Reduce the Number of Tobacco Outlets in your Community (May 3rd, 2016)
Hosted by: CDC/OSH and ChangeLab Solutions
Because the density of tobacco retailers is associated with increased tobacco use and initiation, many communities are implementing strategies to reduce the density of tobacco outlets, particularly in low-income neighborhoods and communities of color where tobacco retailer density is disproportionately high. This webinar, part of the CDC/OSH point-of-sale webinar series, will discuss the importance of density reduction as a tobacco control strategy. Experts will explore different methods for reducing density and outline the legal issues involved with addressing existing retailers. They will also discuss a comprehensive policy: San Francisco’s equity-focused density reduction ordinance.
To view this webinar click, HERE.
To view presentation slides click, HERE.
Hosted by: CDC/OSH and ChangeLab Solutions
Because the density of tobacco retailers is associated with increased tobacco use and initiation, many communities are implementing strategies to reduce the density of tobacco outlets, particularly in low-income neighborhoods and communities of color where tobacco retailer density is disproportionately high. This webinar, part of the CDC/OSH point-of-sale webinar series, will discuss the importance of density reduction as a tobacco control strategy. Experts will explore different methods for reducing density and outline the legal issues involved with addressing existing retailers. They will also discuss a comprehensive policy: San Francisco’s equity-focused density reduction ordinance.
To view this webinar click, HERE.
To view presentation slides click, HERE.
Colonoscopy Copays Webinar (April 12th, 2016)
Hosted by: National Colorectal Roundtable
Everything you need to know about colonoscopy copays, including how one health plan made the switch to waiving copays
To view this webinar click, HERE.
Hosted by: National Colorectal Roundtable
Everything you need to know about colonoscopy copays, including how one health plan made the switch to waiving copays
To view this webinar click, HERE.
Promoting Healthy Retail in Hispanic Communities (March 30th, 2016)
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network and ChangeLab Solutions
Healthy food retail programs can increase the availability of fruits and vegetables in communities that lack access to supermarkets. With the option to tap into federal, state, and local funding streams, Hispanic communities have plenty of opportunities to add healthy food retail to a toolbox of policies for tackling diet-related diseases. Some programs have also successfully integrated tobacco control measures, helping to improve the overall health of the community. Join us to hear ChangeLab Solutions policy experts discuss proven strategies, and learn how community advocates are advancing this public health agenda on the ground in Hispanic communities. Guest speakers include Ana Ramos from The Food Trust, who works with small storeowners in Camden, NJ, and Kymberly Lacrosse of the United Way of Santa Cruz, who empowers Hispanic youth to take charge of their food environments.
To view this webinar click, HERE.
To view presentation slides click, HERE.
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network and ChangeLab Solutions
Healthy food retail programs can increase the availability of fruits and vegetables in communities that lack access to supermarkets. With the option to tap into federal, state, and local funding streams, Hispanic communities have plenty of opportunities to add healthy food retail to a toolbox of policies for tackling diet-related diseases. Some programs have also successfully integrated tobacco control measures, helping to improve the overall health of the community. Join us to hear ChangeLab Solutions policy experts discuss proven strategies, and learn how community advocates are advancing this public health agenda on the ground in Hispanic communities. Guest speakers include Ana Ramos from The Food Trust, who works with small storeowners in Camden, NJ, and Kymberly Lacrosse of the United Way of Santa Cruz, who empowers Hispanic youth to take charge of their food environments.
To view this webinar click, HERE.
To view presentation slides click, HERE.
Culturally Proficient Strategies to Improve Cervical Cancer Screening Among Hispanics (March 7th, 2016)
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network and National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACCD)
This webinar will review priority areas of cancer control for Hispanics, and introduce examples of culturally proficient interventions and campaigns designed to increase screening rates for cervical cancer and vaccinations for the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). Highlighted examples will include the Tamale Lesson, a narrative health communication intervention designed for Mexican-American women that promotes cervical cancer screening and prevention, and the Es Tiempo campaign which uses environmental cues to remind women and their children to prevent cervical cancer through screening and vaccination
To view presentation slides click, HERE.
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network and National Association of Chronic Disease Directors (NACCD)
This webinar will review priority areas of cancer control for Hispanics, and introduce examples of culturally proficient interventions and campaigns designed to increase screening rates for cervical cancer and vaccinations for the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). Highlighted examples will include the Tamale Lesson, a narrative health communication intervention designed for Mexican-American women that promotes cervical cancer screening and prevention, and the Es Tiempo campaign which uses environmental cues to remind women and their children to prevent cervical cancer through screening and vaccination
To view presentation slides click, HERE.
E-cigarettes, Advertising, and Youth: A Public Health Priority (January 12th, 2016)
Hosted by: State, Tribal, Local and Territorial Support
Experienced writer and book author Seth Mnookin will kick us off as he is a dynamic speaker, an award winning author and a leader in immunization research development. Seth is the Associate Director of MIT's Graduate Program in Science Writing and author of "The Panic Virus," which won the National Association of Science Writers 2012 "Science in Society" Award. His presentation will bring a high-level perspective about parental vaccine hesitancy and the research needed to determine what will help parents make the decision to vaccinate their child.
To download event slides, click HERE.
Hosted by: State, Tribal, Local and Territorial Support
Experienced writer and book author Seth Mnookin will kick us off as he is a dynamic speaker, an award winning author and a leader in immunization research development. Seth is the Associate Director of MIT's Graduate Program in Science Writing and author of "The Panic Virus," which won the National Association of Science Writers 2012 "Science in Society" Award. His presentation will bring a high-level perspective about parental vaccine hesitancy and the research needed to determine what will help parents make the decision to vaccinate their child.
To download event slides, click HERE.
Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and Their Impact on Cancer Programs (January 7th, 2016)
Hosted by: CDC Division of Cancer Prevention and Control
Participants will learn the following:
To view a recording of the webinar, click HERE.
To download webinar slides click HERE.
Hosted by: CDC Division of Cancer Prevention and Control
Participants will learn the following:
- What are EHRs, who has an EHR, are EHRs all the same, and what incentives are there to implement a standard EHR system
- Importance of developing and implementing standards for the collection and reporting of clinical care data
- Overview of MU implementation in Cancer Registries
- Overview of how Cancer Registries have leveraged reporting standards to obtain electronic pathology data from laboratory information systems
- Ways EHRs can be leveraged to assist with other Cancer Control and Prevention Programs with their goals and objectives
To view a recording of the webinar, click HERE.
To download webinar slides click HERE.
Comprehensive Tobacco Control Policies in Hispanic Communities (January 6th, 2016)
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network and ChangeLab Solutions
This webinar provides evidence-based approaches to creating sustainable, comprehensive tobacco control policies and includes recommendations on how to take local efforts to the next level of implementation. Join us to hear law and policy experts discuss proven strategies, and to learn about what tobacco control advocates are doing on the ground. Speakers include individuals who have worked on tobacco control policy adoption in Hispanic communities around the country.
To download webinar slides click HERE.
To view webinar click HERE.
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network and ChangeLab Solutions
This webinar provides evidence-based approaches to creating sustainable, comprehensive tobacco control policies and includes recommendations on how to take local efforts to the next level of implementation. Join us to hear law and policy experts discuss proven strategies, and to learn about what tobacco control advocates are doing on the ground. Speakers include individuals who have worked on tobacco control policy adoption in Hispanic communities around the country.
To download webinar slides click HERE.
To view webinar click HERE.
Home is Where the Health Is: HUD’s Proposed Rule Restricting Smoking in Public Housing (December 14th, 2015)
Hosted by: Tobacco Control Legal Consortium
This presentation, hosted by the Tobacco Control Legal Consortium, will provide an overview of what the rule covers and doesn’t cover, describe the process of implementing smoke-free housing policies, and explain how to submit comments on the proposed rule to HUD. Presenters will include Consortium attorneys, a HUD staff member, and smoke-free housing experts.
To download webinar slides, click HERE. To download the webinar, click HERE.
Hosted by: Tobacco Control Legal Consortium
This presentation, hosted by the Tobacco Control Legal Consortium, will provide an overview of what the rule covers and doesn’t cover, describe the process of implementing smoke-free housing policies, and explain how to submit comments on the proposed rule to HUD. Presenters will include Consortium attorneys, a HUD staff member, and smoke-free housing experts.
To download webinar slides, click HERE. To download the webinar, click HERE.
80% by 2018: Exemplary Primary Care Practices (December 10th, 2015)
Hosted by: National Colorectal Roundtable
The NCCRT recently commissioned a paper that was published in the journal Cancer entitled: New York Citywide Colon Cancer Control Coalition: A public health effort to increase colon cancer screening and address health disparities. It explores the history and lessons learned of the C5 Coalition. During this webinar, authors Steven Itzkowitz, MD, FACP, FACG, AGAF, Lina Jandorf, MA, and Mari Carlesimo, JD, will review the major findings and lessons learned from the paper, which are relevant to many communities looking to establish effective colorectal cancer control efforts. To review the paper’s abstract, go to: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/cncr.29595/abstract
Click HERE to watch the webinar.
Hosted by: National Colorectal Roundtable
The NCCRT recently commissioned a paper that was published in the journal Cancer entitled: New York Citywide Colon Cancer Control Coalition: A public health effort to increase colon cancer screening and address health disparities. It explores the history and lessons learned of the C5 Coalition. During this webinar, authors Steven Itzkowitz, MD, FACP, FACG, AGAF, Lina Jandorf, MA, and Mari Carlesimo, JD, will review the major findings and lessons learned from the paper, which are relevant to many communities looking to establish effective colorectal cancer control efforts. To review the paper’s abstract, go to: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/cncr.29595/abstract
Click HERE to watch the webinar.
The Truth About Social Smoking Among Young Adults (November 10th, 2015)
Hosted by: Smoking Cessation Leadership Center and Truth Initiative
Describe unique features of young adult social smokers and trends in social smoking in the U.S.; discuss the social contexts in which social smoking is initiated and fostered among young adults and consider implications of this behavior; understand how the social context of tobacco use varies by type of tobacco product.
To download the webinar slides, click HERE. To listen to the webinar, click HERE.
Hosted by: Smoking Cessation Leadership Center and Truth Initiative
Describe unique features of young adult social smokers and trends in social smoking in the U.S.; discuss the social contexts in which social smoking is initiated and fostered among young adults and consider implications of this behavior; understand how the social context of tobacco use varies by type of tobacco product.
To download the webinar slides, click HERE. To listen to the webinar, click HERE.
"E-cigarettes: An Emerging Public Health Challenge" (October 20th, 2015)
Hosted by: CDC's Public Health Grand Rounds
In this session of Grand Rounds, presenters explore the public health challenge of electronic cigarettes, including the surveillance and research gaps that must be addressed to assess the impact of e-cigarettes on the health of our nation.
To view the webinar, click HERE. The webinar slides are available HERE.
Hosted by: CDC's Public Health Grand Rounds
In this session of Grand Rounds, presenters explore the public health challenge of electronic cigarettes, including the surveillance and research gaps that must be addressed to assess the impact of e-cigarettes on the health of our nation.
To view the webinar, click HERE. The webinar slides are available HERE.
Policy, Systems and Environmental Change 101: Achieving Meaningful Tobacco and Cancer Control in Hispanic Communities (September 24th, 2015)
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network and ChangeLab Solutions
This webinar provides a practical introduction to policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) strategies for creating healthier environments, focusing on tobacco control and cancer prevention in Hispanic communities. This webinar will also describe the 8 elements that should be included in every strong and sustainable public health policy. Join us to learn about each strategy, explore real-life examples of successful interventions benefiting Hispanics, and connect to resources to guide PSE efforts.
To view webinar click HERE.
To view webinar slides click HERE.
Download attachment: Sustainable Policy Worksheet
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network and ChangeLab Solutions
This webinar provides a practical introduction to policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) strategies for creating healthier environments, focusing on tobacco control and cancer prevention in Hispanic communities. This webinar will also describe the 8 elements that should be included in every strong and sustainable public health policy. Join us to learn about each strategy, explore real-life examples of successful interventions benefiting Hispanics, and connect to resources to guide PSE efforts.
To view webinar click HERE.
To view webinar slides click HERE.
Download attachment: Sustainable Policy Worksheet
Hispanics and Skin Cancer (July 31st, 2015)
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network
Presenters: Flor McKinley
Summer is here and skin cancer prevention should be a priority for everyone enjoying the weather. However, it is often mistakenly thought that Hispanics and others with darker skin are not at risk for this serious form of cancer. This webinar will discuss skin cancer and how it affects Hispanics in the United States, and will cover topics including the latest skin cancer data among Hispanics, the specific skin cancer control challenges faced by Hispanics, and recommendations to improve the prevention of skin cancer among this population. Join us for this important webinar hosted by the Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities.
To view webinar click HERE.
Hosted by: Nuestras Voces Network
Presenters: Flor McKinley
Summer is here and skin cancer prevention should be a priority for everyone enjoying the weather. However, it is often mistakenly thought that Hispanics and others with darker skin are not at risk for this serious form of cancer. This webinar will discuss skin cancer and how it affects Hispanics in the United States, and will cover topics including the latest skin cancer data among Hispanics, the specific skin cancer control challenges faced by Hispanics, and recommendations to improve the prevention of skin cancer among this population. Join us for this important webinar hosted by the Nuestras Voces (Our Voices) National Hispanic Network to Reduce Tobacco-Related and Cancer Health Disparities.
To view webinar click HERE.
Implementing Cancer Screening & Referrals within Community Behavioral Health Organizations (April 28th, 2015)
Hosted by: the National Council for Behavioral Health
Presenters: Va’a Tofaeono; Alicia Kirley, MBA; Pam Pietruszewski, MA
Research suggests that people with a mental illness are more likely to receive a later stage cancer diagnosis, putting these individuals at a high risk of dying from cancer. Community mental health and addiction treatment providers are in a unique position to help bridge this gap by initiating conversations with clients about cancer screening, referring to appropriate community resources for screening and treatment, and adopting accountability for clients’ overall health and wellness. This webinar will explain your role in improving cancer outcomes for people with mental illness and addictions.
To view the webinar, click HERE; webinar slides available HERE.
Hosted by: the National Council for Behavioral Health
Presenters: Va’a Tofaeono; Alicia Kirley, MBA; Pam Pietruszewski, MA
Research suggests that people with a mental illness are more likely to receive a later stage cancer diagnosis, putting these individuals at a high risk of dying from cancer. Community mental health and addiction treatment providers are in a unique position to help bridge this gap by initiating conversations with clients about cancer screening, referring to appropriate community resources for screening and treatment, and adopting accountability for clients’ overall health and wellness. This webinar will explain your role in improving cancer outcomes for people with mental illness and addictions.
To view the webinar, click HERE; webinar slides available HERE.
Introducing Technical Assistance Resources and Tools (Complicated) Frontier (April 7th, 2015)
Hosted by: the George Washington Cancer Institute Center
Introducing Technical Assistance Resources and Tools for implementation of cancer control activities. This webinar provides participants an overview of technical assistance opportunities and NEW developed Comprehensive Cancer Control resources and tools developed by GW.
To view PowerPoint slides of the webinar, click HERE.
Hosted by: the George Washington Cancer Institute Center
Introducing Technical Assistance Resources and Tools for implementation of cancer control activities. This webinar provides participants an overview of technical assistance opportunities and NEW developed Comprehensive Cancer Control resources and tools developed by GW.
To view PowerPoint slides of the webinar, click HERE.
A Journey in Transition: Cancer in the Latino Community 2015 (Feb 9th, 2015)
Presenter: Dr. Leonard Lichtenfeld, MD, MACP
This webinar provides an overview of the current state of cancer control in the U.S. among Hispanics. Topics include an overview of the specific cancers that disproportionately affect Hispanics, how the social determinants of health experienced by Hispanics impact cancer prevalence, and recommendations on areas of community outreach that can improve the prevention and management of cancer among this population.
To view the webinar, click HERE.
Presenter: Dr. Leonard Lichtenfeld, MD, MACP
This webinar provides an overview of the current state of cancer control in the U.S. among Hispanics. Topics include an overview of the specific cancers that disproportionately affect Hispanics, how the social determinants of health experienced by Hispanics impact cancer prevalence, and recommendations on areas of community outreach that can improve the prevention and management of cancer among this population.
To view the webinar, click HERE.
Tobacco Minimum Pricing Laws (Oct 30th, 2014)
Hosted by: ChangeLab Solutions
Presenters: Ian McLaughlin, JD; Kevin R.J. Schroth, JD; Kurt Ribisl, PhD; Raymond Leung, JD
Discussion of two emerging strategies (a strong minimum price law that establish a high statutory minimum price; and, laws to prohibit specific discounting tactics by the tobacco industry to complement excise taxes that are generating a lot of interest in the public health community.
To view the webinar, click HERE.
Hosted by: ChangeLab Solutions
Presenters: Ian McLaughlin, JD; Kevin R.J. Schroth, JD; Kurt Ribisl, PhD; Raymond Leung, JD
Discussion of two emerging strategies (a strong minimum price law that establish a high statutory minimum price; and, laws to prohibit specific discounting tactics by the tobacco industry to complement excise taxes that are generating a lot of interest in the public health community.
To view the webinar, click HERE.
Tobacco Use in Hispanic/Latino Subpopulations of College Students: Findings from Legacy's Groundbreaking Research Project (Oct. 29, 2014)
Hosted by American Legacy Foundation
Presenters: Ines Alex Parks, MS, CHES; Michael R. Baumann, PhD
American Legacy Foundation presented key findings from a research project which was implemented in partnership with Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities (HACU) on tobacco use among Hispanic/Latino subpopulations of college students.
This webinar was not recorded; PowerPoint slides can be found HERE.
Hosted by American Legacy Foundation
Presenters: Ines Alex Parks, MS, CHES; Michael R. Baumann, PhD
American Legacy Foundation presented key findings from a research project which was implemented in partnership with Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities (HACU) on tobacco use among Hispanic/Latino subpopulations of college students.
This webinar was not recorded; PowerPoint slides can be found HERE.
Hispanic/Latinos and Tobacco Control (Sept. 25, 2014)
Presenter: Ms. Yaneth Rodriguez, MPH, CHES
This webinar provides an overview of the history and current state of tobacco control in the U.S., Hispanic/Latinos and tobacco use, as well as evidence-based strategies that can reduce tobacco related disparities among Hispanic/Latino populations.
PowerPoint slides available HERE; to view the presentation, download HERE.
Presenter: Ms. Yaneth Rodriguez, MPH, CHES
This webinar provides an overview of the history and current state of tobacco control in the U.S., Hispanic/Latinos and tobacco use, as well as evidence-based strategies that can reduce tobacco related disparities among Hispanic/Latino populations.
PowerPoint slides available HERE; to view the presentation, download HERE.
Tools and Policies to Prevent Skin Cancer Through Reduction of UV Exposure (July 24, 2014)
Hosted by: the National Cancer Institute
Presenter: Dr. Zaria Tatalovich; Beth Pinkerton
A webinar discussion around the important cancer control issue of UV exposure and skin cancer prevention. This session highlighted recent research and resources designed to better identify levels of UV exposure and how one state built upon a strong educational program to a policy and systems approach to address sun safety.
View the webinar HERE.
Hosted by: the National Cancer Institute
Presenter: Dr. Zaria Tatalovich; Beth Pinkerton
A webinar discussion around the important cancer control issue of UV exposure and skin cancer prevention. This session highlighted recent research and resources designed to better identify levels of UV exposure and how one state built upon a strong educational program to a policy and systems approach to address sun safety.
View the webinar HERE.
