Important Dates

National Conference March 27-29, 2025 in Phoenix AZ and via Livestream.

Building on 30 years of continuing education courses, the Mayo Clinic Nicotine Dependence Center is partnering with Truth Initiative to host the 2025 national conference highlighting the intersection between tobacco control policy and practice. Amidst an evolving tobacco product landscape and scientific evidence, the course will educate attendees about the latest science, treatment best practices, and policy considerations. Attendees will explore a range of challenges and opportunities to deliver tobacco dependence treatment to reduce prevalence and improve the nation's health.

This conference is designed for anyone working with tobacco dependent patients, and those who are interested in the intersection of policy and practice. Physicians, tobacco treatment specialists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, dentists, pharmacists, psychologists, chemical dependency counselors, respiratory therapists, nurses, dental hygienists, wellness coaches, social workers and other allied health professionals may find the conference beneficial.

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Tuesday April 1, 2025 3:30 – 4:30 PM Pacific

Speakers:

Michelle Strait, MPH, MSW (she/her) Research Coordinator, University of Washington Health Promotion Research Center link to bio info

Jeff Harris, MD, MPH, MBA (he/him) Professor, Health Systems and Population Health, University of Washington link to bio info

Tobacco and nicotine use is a concern for many, and yet there are barriers around awareness and use of cessation resources among people who use tobacco. Join this webinar to learn about the partnership among the Washington Department of Health, Health Care Authority, and the University of Washington's Health Promotion Research Center, and how these organizations are working to identify and address barriers to accessing cessation resources among employees of Washington State agencies. The surprising findings align with those from employees who use tobacco across the state and country.

This presentation is for health and behavioral health providers, public health professionals, employee wellness staff, and all others interested in improving nicotine cessation treatment.

Register on Zoom to participate: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/UVHC4aAkRIqaqnBGZrGc_A

National day of action to Take Down Tobacco.

Tuesday April 1, 2025

Individuals and organizations can host an event or activity to raise awareness. Or share a reason why you #TakeDownTobacco on social media.

Learn more and find resources at https://www.takedowntobacco.org/day-of-action

Monday April 21, 2025 3:30 – 4:30 PM Pacific

Crystal Shen, MD, MPH. Pediatrician and Legislative Committee Chair for the Washington Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics link to bio info

Results from a National Youth Tobacco Survey found that 68% of youth who vape have tried to quit, but almost two-thirds had no cessation support. The latest generation of e-cigarettes and oral nicotine products contain significantly higher levels of nicotine than cigarettes, spurring youth nicotine addiction. Those who work with youth in schools and other settings may find it challenging to address youth nicotine addiction and to support nicotine cessation.

Dr. Crystal Shen will overview treatment approaches and resources for youth who use nicotine products, including how Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) medications can be prescribed to adolescents under 18 as per American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations. She will explain cessation resources that are available including those for Washington state and address common questions about nicotine addiction and the challenges of quitting.

This presentation is for school staff, professionals focused on youth and schools, prevention and public health professionals, and all others interested in improving youth nicotine cessation treatment.

Register on Zoom to participate: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/ywPfzmMGTtqrYoFKzkt6HQ

August 26-28, 2025 in Chicago.

The National Conference on Tobacco or Health (NCTOH) is one of the largest, long-standing gatherings for top United States tobacco control professionals. The convening attracts a diversity of public health professionals committed to best practices and policies to reduce tobacco use—the leading preventable cause of disease and death in the United States. The conference has a registration fee, see the website for available information.

More information: https://nnphi.org/relatedarticle/national-conference-tobacco-health/