Today is World Lung Cancer Day—a powerful reminder that lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide. The #1 cause? Smoking. At SCLC, we’re committed to equipping providers with the tools they need to make a difference. smokingcessationleadership.ucsf.edu

Each August we celebrate National Health Center Week to recognize the incredible impact of America’s 1,400 Community Health Centers (CHCs). CHCs provide comprehensive, high-quality care to more than 31.5 million patients every year. healthcenterweek.org

Don’t forget Californians! On August 13th, CaCTC will be holding an Ask the Expert session “Building a System That Helped 300,000 People Quit Smoking”, from 11:00-12:00 PM PT. You don’t want to miss this one! Learn more and register: ucsf.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

SCLC’s next webinar, “The Tobacco Endgame: History, Headwinds, and the Horizon” will take place on Tuesday, September 9th from 2-3 PM ET. Ruth E. Malone, RN, PhD, will discuss broad concept of a tobacco endgame. Secure your spot today. ucsf.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Last chance, Californians! CaCTC will be holding an Ask the Expert session “Building a System That Helped 300,000 People Quit Smoking”, TOMORROW from 11:00-12:00 PM PT. You don’t want to miss this one! Learn more and register: ucsf.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Did you miss our informative July webinar? Don’t worry-“Neurobiology and Recovery: Addressing Nicotine Use Among Individuals with Serious Mental” is now available on demand! Watch now: smokingcessationleadership.ucsf.edu/webinar/neurob…

The National Conference on Tobacco or Health will take place NEXT WEEK on August 26-28th in Chicago! SCLC will be presenting posters and leading a panel discussion during the conference. Learn more: nnphi.cventevents.com/event/NCTOH/ag… Will we see you there? Let us know!

We’ve just updated our Trauma Addiction Mental Health and Recovery facilitators guide and client workbooks! Check out the new editions today! smokingcessationleadership.ucsf.edu/behavioral-hea…

REMINDER: SCLC’s next webinar, “The Tobacco Endgame: History, Headwinds, and the Horizon” will take place on Tuesday, September 9th from 2-3 PM ET. Ruth E. Malone, RN, PhD, will discuss broad concept of a tobacco endgame. Secure your spot today. ucsf.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Did you know that helping clients quit smoking is only a phone call away? 1-800-QUIT-NOW is the national portal to a network of state quitlines that connect callers to evidence-based support to help them quit tobacco. Learn more: smokingcessationleadership.ucsf.edu/quitline

Looking to strengthen your tobacco cessation skills? Rx for Change is a tobacco cessation training program that equips health professional students and practicing clinicians with evidence-based knowledge and skills to assist patients with quitting. cme-reg.configio.com/pd/4293/rx-for…

September is National Recovery Month, a month that champions evidence-based treatment and recovery. Tobacco use is often higher in populations with substance use disorders, but recovery is possible, especially when you have the right tools. Learn more: samhsa.gov/find-help/reco…

LAST CHANCE! SCLC’s next webinar, “The Tobacco Endgame: History, Headwinds, and the Horizon” will take place TOMORROW, Tuesday, September 9th from 2-3 PM ET. Ruth E. Malone, RN, PhD, will discuss broad concept of a tobacco endgame. Secure your spot today. ucsf.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Good news! Last month Illinois raised its tax on tobacco products from 36% to 45%. Officials also updated the definition of “tobacco products” to include newer products including e-cigarettes, nicotine pouches, and shisha. Read more about this change here: tax.illinois.gov/research/publi…

Did you miss our August Ask the Expert? Don’t worry- “Building a System That Helped 300,000 People Quit Smoking” is now on demand! Watch now: ucsf.app.box.com/file/195410617…

Did you know that the Smoking Cessation Leadership Center offers FREE technical assistance? We help you pinpoint effective tools, connect with experts, and provide guidance to foster effective tobacco. ucsf.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0r…

Today is World Heart Day! Did you know that smoking is one of the leading causes of cardiovascular disease? That’s why today we’re supporting the World Heart Federation’s call to prioritize heart health. Looking for resources to quit? Visit smokingcessationleadership.ucsf.edu/ready-quit

SCLC’s next webinar, “Tobacco Cessation Under Siege: Industry Reinvention, Federal Setbacks, and California’s Lessons in Resilience” will take place on Wednesday, October 29th from 1-2:30 PM ET. Register today: ucsf.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

During Mental Illness Awareness Week, advocates join forces with NAMI to raise awareness of and combat the stigma surrounding mental illness. Addressing commercial tobacco use is a critical component of advancing health equity. nami.org/get-involved/a…

Attention LA County providers! Join CaCTC and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health’s Tobacco Control and Prevention Program on Wednesday, October 22nd at the City of Hope in Duarte for a Behavioral Health Regional Training. Register: tiny.ucsf.edu/5cbVqf