The National Native Network and Exact Sciences present a webinar. Title: Colorectal Cancer Risk Reduction in Indian Country Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2023 Presenters: Travelle Ellis, MD, PhD Health Equity Director Exact Sciences Emily Ferroni, M.S. Patient Navigator at Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan Learning Objectives/Outcomes: At the conclusion of this activity, the healthcare team will be able to: 1. Differentiate CRC screening modalities 2. Identify when to offer a multi-targeted stool DNA test. 3. Evaluate how the patient assistance programs work to promote accessible CRC screening in AI/AN communities. Target Audience: Physicians, nurses, health educators, administrators, and support staff working with American Indian and/or Alaska Native communities. Funding for this webinar was made possible by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention DP18-1808: Networking2Save: CDC’s National Network Approach to Preventing and Controlling Tobacco-related Cancers in Special Populations. Webinar contents do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Indian Health Service, or the Department of Health and Human Services.

April 26, 2023 Learning Objectives/Outcomes: At the conclusion of this activity, the healthcare team will be able to: 1. Discuss with patients how non-medical cost of living bills can impact treatment decisions. 2. Describe the novel addition to Financial Toxicity Framework, and how it affects patients. 3. Apply learned strategies to mitigate financial toxicity. 4. Propose available resources to breast cancer patients to assist them through treatment. Presenter: Molly MacDonald Founder, CEO The Pink Fund Webinar Archive Additional Information: https://keepitsacred.itcmi.org/2023/04/mitigating-the-financial-burdens-of-breast-cancer-treatment/

March 29, 2023 Learning Objectives/Outcomes At the conclusion of this activity, the healthcare team will be able to: 1. Examine the burden of colorectal cancer among Alaska Native people and rates of colorectal cancer screening. 2. Implement evidence-based program activities to increase colorectal cancer screening among Alaska Native people. 3. Appropriately assess, educate, and refer patients for colorectal screening and prevention. Target Audience: Physicians, nurses, health educators, administrators, and support staff working with American Indian and/or Alaska Native communities. Presenter: Diana Redwood, PhD, MPH Senior Epidemiologist Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium Additional webinar archive information: https://keepitsacred.itcmi.org/2023/03/nnn-webinar-colorectal-cancer-prevention-in-the-alaska-tribal-health-system/

Full Webinar Archive:  https://keepitsacred.itcmi.org/2022/02/webinar-smoke-free-tribal-housing-policies-2/Title:  Smoke-Free Tribal Housing PoliciesDate:  Wednesday, March 30, 2022Time:  3 – 4 p.m., EDT Learning Objectives/Outcomes:At the conclusion of this activity, the healthcare team will be able to: 1.  Identify the risks of smoking in multi-unit tribal housing, as well as the benefits of going smoke-free.2.  Examine policy options to consider when adopting a smoke-free tribal housing policy.3.  Locate helpful resources for smoke-free multi-unit tribal housing community awareness campaigns. Target Audience:Physicians, nurses, health educators, administrators, and support staff working with American Indian and/or Alaska Native communities. Presenters:Mike Freiberg, J.D.Senior Staff AttorneyPublic Health Law Center Colin Welker, BS, CHESPolicy AnalystPublic Health Law Center Rae O’Leary, RN, MPHCoordinatorMissouri Breaks

Title: Surviving the Journey through Cervical Cancer Date: Wednesday, January 26, 2022 Learning Objectives/Outcomes: At the conclusion of this activity, the healthcare team will be able to: 1. Examine the progress and lifetime risk for cervical cancer in women with an abnormal pap smear. 2. Identify best practices for referral and treatment of cervical cancer. 3. Participate in the experience of one cervical cancer survivor regarding her journey with cervical cancer treatment during the pandemic. Target Audience: Physicians, nurses, health educators, administrators, and support staff working with American Indian and/or Alaska Native communities. Presenters: Amanda Hill-Youngers, CNM, MSN Certified Nurse Midwife Oyate Health Center Amanda Grover Cervical Cancer Survivor For full information and resources, visit: https://keepitsacred.itcmi.org/2021/12/webinar-surviving-the-journey-through-cervical-cancer/

The National Native Network with the Indian Health Service Clinical Support Center (Accredited Provider) present a webinar. Title: Cervical Cancer and American Indian Women Date: Wednesday, January 19, 2022 Learning Objectives/Outcomes: At the conclusion of this activity, the healthcare team will be able to: 1. Identify the risk factors for HPV related infections and cancer among American Indian women. 2. Employ strategies to decrease anxiety associated with cervical cancer screening and follow up procedures. 3. Determine ways to bundle care to increase screening rates for cervical cancer. Target Audience: Physicians, nurses, health educators, administrators, and support staff working with American Indian and/or Alaska Native communities. Presenter: Amanda Hill-Youngers, CNM, MSN Certified Nurse Midwife Oyate Health Center To download the full slide deck and more, visit: https://keepitsacred.itcmi.org/2021/12/webinar-cervical-cancer-and-american-indian-women/

Webinar archive from December 15, 2021 Learning Objectives/Outcomes: At the conclusion of this activity, the healthcare team will be able to: 1. Examine the 7Cs framework as a prefatory tool in providing a successful health education event. 2. Employ useful resources that can be referenced when planning a healthy and inclusive event. 3. Design an effective process to evaluate previous health promotion events. Target Audience: Physicians, nurses, health educators, administrators, and support staff working with American Indian and/or Alaska Native communities. Presenters: Doug Osborn, M.A. Health Educator III, Sitka, AK SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Hannah Schlosstein Health Educator III, Juneau, AK SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Funding for this webinar was made possible by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention DP18-1808: Networking2Save: CDC’s National Network Approach to Preventing and Controlling Tobacco-related Cancers in Special Populations. Webinar contents do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Indian Health Service, or the Department of Health and Human Services. To find full resources for this webinar, please click here: https://keepitsacred.itcmi.org/2021/11/webinar-healthy-and-inclusive-events/

Overview:This is a roundtable conversation around traditional tobacco with a Native American youth perspective, speaking on what makes it different from commercial tobacco, and how it is used in ceremony and prayer.Target Audience:Physicians, nurses, health educators, administrators, and support staff working with American Indian and/or Alaska Native communities. Panelists:Melissa MezaCalifornia Rural Indian Health BoardHannah BartolInter-Tribal Council of MichiganDevin Beltran, PresidentCRIHB Youth Advisory BoardLake Miwok and Southeastern Pomo For free help to quit smoking, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW Visit our website www.keepitsacred.org for more resources.

For full archive resources visit www.keepitsacred.org Wednesday, October 20, 2021   Learning Objectives/Outcomes: At the conclusion of this activity, the healthcare team will be able to: 1. Examine current AI/AN commercial tobacco use rates and new data reflecting tribal casino smoking preferences. 2. Build coalitions and engage with both Tribal communities and leaders to influence commercial tobacco public health policy. 3. Implement effective community smoke free policies that reduce the health risks associated with commercial tobacco exposure (or use).   Target Audience: Physicians, nurses, health educators, administrators, and support staff working with American Indian and/or Alaska Native communities.   Presenters: Ken Foster Director of Operations Meczka Marketing Research Consulting   Andrew M. Klebanow Partner Casino Consultants Consortium (C3 Gaming)   Clinton Isham Independent Tribal Relations Consultant American Non-Smokers’ Rights Foundation   Hannah Bartol, B.S. Program Manager National Native Network   Josiah Concho, BAEPD Project Coordinator Keres Community Health

Overview:This is a roundtable conversation around commercial tobacco  with a Native American youth perspective, speaking on the dangers of commercial tobacco, discussing the affects on Native American families and youth, along with the differences between commercial and traditional tobacco.Target Audience:Physicians, nurses, health educators, administrators, and support staff working with American Indian and/or Alaska Native communities. Panelists:Melissa MezaCalifornia Rural Indian Health BoardHannah BartolInter-Tribal Council of MichiganDevin Beltran, PresidentCRIHB Youth Advisory BoardLake Miwok and Southeastern PomoFor free to help to quit using commercial tobacco, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW Visit our website, www.keepitsacred.org for more resources.