LuCa National Training Network was established in 2018 to provide training and materials for primary care providers on lung cancer risk reduction, early detection, treatment, and survivorship care. Particular emphasis is placed on lung cancer screening and tobacco cessation, with additional resources related to radon.
On November 10, 2021, Trust for America's Health held a virtual congressional briefing and national webinar to explore findings from the State of Obesity 2021: Better Policies for a Healthier America report. The report examined how the social and economic factors linked to obesity were exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sweater weather is here in Nevada, or sweatshirts if that’s preferred. Whatever your clothing choice, most Nevadans are pulling out their warmer layers and putting away the shorts and swimsuits, and probably the sunscreen, too.
But not so fast, say health experts. November is National Healthy Skin Month, a good time to remind folks that sunscreen, and good skin care, is needed all year long.
This month we're kicking off a new ThriveNV feature: Thrive Kitchen. It's an opportunity to focus on food--what's healthy, delicious and helpful for survivors, thrivers and caregivers. We'll share information on local, regional, and national programs, tips and recipes from experts in Nevada, and more.
The annual Nevada Cancer Control Summit returns Sept. 13 for a full day of continuing education and networking. Get details here.
The Great American Smokeout is Thursday, Nov. 18. It's an annual event that creates the opportunity to begin a tobacco-free life. Organizers say quitting smoking doesn’t have to be done in a day, but it does start with day one.
For help quitting tobacco, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit NevadaTobaccoQuitline.com
Take this opportunity to begin a tobacco-free life. Quitting smoking doesn’t have to be done in a day, but it does start with day one. For help quitting tobacco, call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit NevadaTobaccoQuitline.com.
Registry professionals unite! This is the quarterly members-only meeting for cancer registrars working in Nevada. Each meeting generally includes a CE component, information sharing, and general registry discussion.
Not yet a member of the NVCRA? Join here to be added to the meeting email distribution list.
Registry professionals unite! This is the quarterly members-only meeting for cancer registrars working in Nevada. Each meeting generally includes a CE component, information sharing, and general registry discussion.
Not yet a member of the NVCRA? Join here to be added to the meeting email distribution list.
Registry professionals unite! This is the quarterly members-only meeting for cancer registrars working in Nevada. Each meeting generally includes a CE component, information sharing, and general registry discussion.
Not yet a member of the NVCRA? Join here to be added to the meeting email distribution list.