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SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:Join other health professionals in this remote training to learn more about nicotine addiction and how to integrate brief\, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions into current practice.  The Basic Skills Training is open to all health professionals\, prevention professionals\, and community members who are interested in learning more about the burden of tobacco and strategies for intervention and treatment. \nThe training sessions will include: tobacco prevalence\, products and burden; ENDS and vaping; motivational interviewing; brief interventions; tobacco treatment medications; and quit planning. \nThe virtual training takes place over sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs/CEUs. \nTraining Cost: Free
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-basic-skills-training-9/2021-05-11/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210416
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SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Intensive Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:The Tobacco Intervention: Intensive Skills Training is a skills-focused training will build on knowledge gained in the Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training. \nThe Tobacco Intervention: Intensive Skills Training will include multiple live and recorded sessions\, participation in all sessions is required for CMEs/CEUs.  Pre-work sessions\, including post-evaluation/quiz\, will be available on April 6th and must be completed by 5pm on April 12th.  Questions should be directed to the CTI Training & Education team. \nTuesday\, April 13th – 9am – 1:15pm:\nSessions will include a welcome\, introductions\, answering questions on pre-work and motivational interviewing. \nRecorded Sessions with Debriefs:\nSessions will be released at 12pm on April 13th and need to be completed by 11:30am on Thursday\, April 15th  \nThursday\, April 15th – 11:30am – 1:15pm: \nSessions will include a review of tobacco treatment and control resources\, the Maine Quitlink\, recorded session debrief and office hours \nThe cost to attend the Intensive Skills training is $50. Participants who complete all sessions may earn up to 13.5 CMEs/CEUs for this training. \nRegister for the April 2021 Tobacco Intervention: Intensive Skills Training
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-intensive-skills-training-4/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
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SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:Join other health professionals in this remote training to learn more about nicotine addiction and how to integrate brief\, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions into current practice.  The Basic Skills Training is open to all health professionals\, prevention professionals\, and community members who are interested in learning more about the burden of tobacco and strategies for intervention and treatment. \nThe training sessions will include: tobacco prevalence\, products and burden; ENDS and vaping; motivational interviewing; brief interventions; tobacco treatment medications; and quit planning. \nThe virtual training takes place over sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs/CEUs. \nTraining Cost: Free
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-basic-skills-training-8/2021-03-25/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20201119T015510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210127T191525Z
UID:10000251-1616576400-1616585400@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:Join other health professionals in this remote training to learn more about nicotine addiction and how to integrate brief\, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions into current practice.  The Basic Skills Training is open to all health professionals\, prevention professionals\, and community members who are interested in learning more about the burden of tobacco and strategies for intervention and treatment. \nThe training sessions will include: tobacco prevalence\, products and burden; ENDS and vaping; motivational interviewing; brief interventions; tobacco treatment medications; and quit planning. \nThe virtual training takes place over sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs/CEUs. \nTraining Cost: Free
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-basic-skills-training-8/2021-03-24/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20201119T015510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210127T191525Z
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SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:Join other health professionals in this remote training to learn more about nicotine addiction and how to integrate brief\, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions into current practice.  The Basic Skills Training is open to all health professionals\, prevention professionals\, and community members who are interested in learning more about the burden of tobacco and strategies for intervention and treatment. \nThe training sessions will include: tobacco prevalence\, products and burden; ENDS and vaping; motivational interviewing; brief interventions; tobacco treatment medications; and quit planning. \nThe virtual training takes place over sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs/CEUs. \nTraining Cost: Free
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-basic-skills-training-8/2021-03-23/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20201119T015259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T190857Z
UID:10000249-1614157200-1614171600@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:Join other health professionals in this remote training to learn more about nicotine addiction and how to integrate brief\, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions into current practice.  The Basic Skills Training is open to all health professionals\, prevention professionals\, and community members who are interested in learning more about the burden of tobacco and strategies for intervention and treatment. \nThe training sessions will include: tobacco prevalence\, products and burden; ENDS and vaping; motivational interviewing; brief interventions; tobacco treatment medications; and quit planning. \nThe Training and Education Team is excited to share our very first one day virtual Basic Skills Training!  The curriculum is the same as is offered in our three day virtual Basic Skills training;  in addition to attending the live sessions on February 24th\, participants will also complete on demand\, online courses and a recorded session on Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems prior to the start of the live training.  This training is designed to create an option that allows for increased flexibility with on demand  and recorded curriculum.  Please reach out to TOBACCOTRNG@mainehealth.org with any questions.  \nTraining Cost: Free
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-basic-skills-training-7/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20201119T013127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T232317Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Addressing Vaping in the Healthcare Setting Part 2: Looking Toward the Future - Research and Strategies for Treatment
DESCRIPTION:Electronic Nicotine Delivery systems also known as ENDS\, have notable implications for youth\, predominantly as youth are vulnerable to the long-term effects of nicotine dependence.  However\, work still needs to be done to determine best practices for youth treatment.  Through discussing treatment strategies and exploring case studies\, this webinar will share various approaches for treatment for youth who are addicted to nicotine\, or show signs of nicotine addiction\, as well as resources available for youth\, young adults\, and those working in the healthcare settings. \nPresenters: Dr. Deborah Hagler\, Mid Coast Pediatrics & Marth Seabury\, RN\, MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/webinar-addressing-vaping-in-the-healthcare-setting-part-2-looking-toward-the-future-research-and-strategies-for-treatment/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20201119T020317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T162903Z
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SUMMARY:Opportunities for Change: Addressing Tobacco Use in Behavioral Health Settings
DESCRIPTION:Research shows that providing tobacco treatment in the behavioral health setting is critically important for improving the health outcomes of this population. Join other behavioral health professionals and the MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence Training and Education team for a new virtual training to learn more about the health burden of tobacco and nicotine on individuals with behavioral health conditions. This training will support Behavioral Health Professionals in various ways including: \n\nEnhancing existing skills to utilize low barrier strategies that will support patients in reducing their use or quitting use of various products.\nIncreasing understanding of the health burden of tobacco and nicotine on individuals with behavioral health conditions.\nDiscussing real and perceived barriers to providing treatment in mental health and substance use settings.\nIncreasing understanding of services targeted to this population through the Maine QuitLink.\n\nThe virtual training will take place over multiple sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs/CEUs.  A total of 3.25 CEUs/CMEs are available for this training.
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/opportunities-for-change-addressing-tobacco-use-in-behavioral-health-settings/2021-01-21/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20201119T020317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T162903Z
UID:10000256-1611147600-1611156600@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Opportunities for Change: Addressing Tobacco Use in Behavioral Health Settings
DESCRIPTION:Research shows that providing tobacco treatment in the behavioral health setting is critically important for improving the health outcomes of this population. Join other behavioral health professionals and the MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence Training and Education team for a new virtual training to learn more about the health burden of tobacco and nicotine on individuals with behavioral health conditions. This training will support Behavioral Health Professionals in various ways including: \n\nEnhancing existing skills to utilize low barrier strategies that will support patients in reducing their use or quitting use of various products.\nIncreasing understanding of the health burden of tobacco and nicotine on individuals with behavioral health conditions.\nDiscussing real and perceived barriers to providing treatment in mental health and substance use settings.\nIncreasing understanding of services targeted to this population through the Maine QuitLink.\n\nThe virtual training will take place over multiple sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs/CEUs.  A total of 3.25 CEUs/CMEs are available for this training.
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/opportunities-for-change-addressing-tobacco-use-in-behavioral-health-settings/2021-01-20/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20201119T012749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T232502Z
UID:10000245-1610625600-1610629200@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Tobacco Use & Cancer: Strategies to Address Use and Deliver Treatment
DESCRIPTION:This webinar addresses the challenges presented when treating patients with tobacco use disorder who are also cancer survivors. Topics covered include the prevalence and negative impact of tobacco use\, basic neurobiology of substance use disorders\, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions\, and pharmacotherapy. \nPresenter: Edward Perka Jr\, Tobacco Treatment Educator\, MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/webinar-tobacco-use-cancer-strategies-to-address-use-and-deliver-treatment/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20201119T012937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201215T232414Z
UID:10000246-1610539200-1610542800@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Addressing Vaping in the Healthcare Setting Part 1: What You Need to Know and How to Take Action
DESCRIPTION:The use of ENDS has increased significantly among adolescents and young adults in the past several years. Reasons for this increase include the use of flavoring\, social acceptability among peers\, widespread advertising and misconceptions about the safety of these products. \nThis session will highlight the current landscape of product use locally and nationally.  The session will also include evidence-based or informed prevention and treatment strategies for use in the school and community setting. \nPresenter: Victoria Hynes\, Program Manager\, MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/webinar-addressing-vaping-in-the-healthcare-setting-part-1-what-you-need-to-know-and-how-to-take-action/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200812T201254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T223334Z
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SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Intensive Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Tobacco Intervention: Intensive Skills training will be offered virtually over multiple live and recorded sessions.  Participation in all components is required for CMEs/CEUs.\nThis skills-focused training will build on knowledge gained in the Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training. Participants will: \n\nExplore the value of a comprehensive tobacco use assessment\nLearn to develop effective treatment plans\nDiscuss considerations for medication management\nReview relapse prevention strategies\n\nLive Training Sessions Include: \nTuesday\, December 8th – 9am – 1:30pm \nWednesday\, December 9th – 8am – 11:30am \nThursday\, December 10th – 11:30am – 1:30pm \nVisit CTIMaine.org/Intensive for the full agenda.
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-intensive-skills-training-3/2020-12-10/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200812T201254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T223334Z
UID:10000239-1607500800-1607513400@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Intensive Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Tobacco Intervention: Intensive Skills training will be offered virtually over multiple live and recorded sessions.  Participation in all components is required for CMEs/CEUs.\nThis skills-focused training will build on knowledge gained in the Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training. Participants will: \n\nExplore the value of a comprehensive tobacco use assessment\nLearn to develop effective treatment plans\nDiscuss considerations for medication management\nReview relapse prevention strategies\n\nLive Training Sessions Include: \nTuesday\, December 8th – 9am – 1:30pm \nWednesday\, December 9th – 8am – 11:30am \nThursday\, December 10th – 11:30am – 1:30pm \nVisit CTIMaine.org/Intensive for the full agenda.
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-intensive-skills-training-3/2020-12-09/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201208T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200812T201254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T223334Z
UID:10000238-1607418000-1607434200@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Intensive Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Tobacco Intervention: Intensive Skills training will be offered virtually over multiple live and recorded sessions.  Participation in all components is required for CMEs/CEUs.\nThis skills-focused training will build on knowledge gained in the Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training. Participants will: \n\nExplore the value of a comprehensive tobacco use assessment\nLearn to develop effective treatment plans\nDiscuss considerations for medication management\nReview relapse prevention strategies\n\nLive Training Sessions Include: \nTuesday\, December 8th – 9am – 1:30pm \nWednesday\, December 9th – 8am – 11:30am \nThursday\, December 10th – 11:30am – 1:30pm \nVisit CTIMaine.org/Intensive for the full agenda.
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-intensive-skills-training-3/2020-12-08/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200901T135643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201113T151544Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: The Environmental Impacts of Tobacco and ENDS – The Damage Doesn’t End with Consumption
DESCRIPTION:Science shows that our environment is being depleted of its natural resources at a rapid rate. Science also show that tobacco and ENDS products are causing serious health issues. What happens when we combine both of these evidence-based findings? This webinar will showcase the environmental impact tobacco and ENDS products produce on a macro level. From littered beaches and polluted water sources to the use of single use plastic to deliver nicotine\, this webinar will highlight what happens after a cigarette is extinguished or a single-use device is tossed\, and how we can reduce our nicotine footprint for the planet. \nPresenter: Shannon O’Brien\, Maine QuitLink\nEarn 1.0 CME for participating in the live session
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/the-environmental-impacts-of-tobacco-and-ends-the-damage-doesnt-end-with-consumption/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T103000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200812T200110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201009T142650Z
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SUMMARY:Opportunities for Change: Addressing Tobacco and Nicotine Use in Behavioral Health Settings
DESCRIPTION:Research shows that providing tobacco treatment in the behavioral health setting is critically important for improving the health outcomes of this population. Join other behavioral health professionals and the MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence Training and Education team for a new virtual training to learn more about the health burden of tobacco and nicotine on individuals with behavioral health conditions. This training will support Behavioral Health Professionals in various ways including: \n\nEnhancing existing skills to utilize low barrier strategies that will support patients in reducing their use or quitting use of various products.\nIncreasing understanding of the health burden of tobacco and nicotine on individuals with behavioral health conditions.\nDiscussing real and perceived barriers to providing treatment in mental health and substance use settings.\nIncreasing understanding of services targeted to this population through the Maine QuitLink.\n\nThe virtual training will take place over three sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs/CEUs.  A total of 3.25 CEUs/CMEs will be available for this training. \nSession 1: November 17\, 2020 – 9-10:30am\nSession 2: November 18\, 2020 – 9-10:30am\nSession 3: November 19\, 2020 – 9-10:30am\nTraining Cost: Free
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/opportunities-for-change-addressing-tobacco-and-nicotine-use-in-behavioral-health-settings-4/2020-11-19/
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T103000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200812T200110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201009T142650Z
UID:10000236-1605690000-1605695400@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Opportunities for Change: Addressing Tobacco and Nicotine Use in Behavioral Health Settings
DESCRIPTION:Research shows that providing tobacco treatment in the behavioral health setting is critically important for improving the health outcomes of this population. Join other behavioral health professionals and the MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence Training and Education team for a new virtual training to learn more about the health burden of tobacco and nicotine on individuals with behavioral health conditions. This training will support Behavioral Health Professionals in various ways including: \n\nEnhancing existing skills to utilize low barrier strategies that will support patients in reducing their use or quitting use of various products.\nIncreasing understanding of the health burden of tobacco and nicotine on individuals with behavioral health conditions.\nDiscussing real and perceived barriers to providing treatment in mental health and substance use settings.\nIncreasing understanding of services targeted to this population through the Maine QuitLink.\n\nThe virtual training will take place over three sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs/CEUs.  A total of 3.25 CEUs/CMEs will be available for this training. \nSession 1: November 17\, 2020 – 9-10:30am\nSession 2: November 18\, 2020 – 9-10:30am\nSession 3: November 19\, 2020 – 9-10:30am\nTraining Cost: Free
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/opportunities-for-change-addressing-tobacco-and-nicotine-use-in-behavioral-health-settings-4/2020-11-18/
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T103000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200812T200110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201009T142650Z
UID:10000235-1605603600-1605609000@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Opportunities for Change: Addressing Tobacco and Nicotine Use in Behavioral Health Settings
DESCRIPTION:Research shows that providing tobacco treatment in the behavioral health setting is critically important for improving the health outcomes of this population. Join other behavioral health professionals and the MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence Training and Education team for a new virtual training to learn more about the health burden of tobacco and nicotine on individuals with behavioral health conditions. This training will support Behavioral Health Professionals in various ways including: \n\nEnhancing existing skills to utilize low barrier strategies that will support patients in reducing their use or quitting use of various products.\nIncreasing understanding of the health burden of tobacco and nicotine on individuals with behavioral health conditions.\nDiscussing real and perceived barriers to providing treatment in mental health and substance use settings.\nIncreasing understanding of services targeted to this population through the Maine QuitLink.\n\nThe virtual training will take place over three sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs/CEUs.  A total of 3.25 CEUs/CMEs will be available for this training. \nSession 1: November 17\, 2020 – 9-10:30am\nSession 2: November 18\, 2020 – 9-10:30am\nSession 3: November 19\, 2020 – 9-10:30am\nTraining Cost: Free
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/opportunities-for-change-addressing-tobacco-and-nicotine-use-in-behavioral-health-settings-4/2020-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200901T133349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201006T131231Z
UID:10000242-1605171600-1605182400@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Addressing Tobacco Related Health Disparities through Prevention\, Policy and Treatment Initiatives
DESCRIPTION:Featured Speaker: Pebbles Fagan\, Ph.D.\, M.P.H. \nLearn about the history of eliminating tobacco disparities in the US\, critical steps taken to reduce tobacco-related disparities\, and discuss what scientists\, practitioners\, policy-makers\, and community members can do to end this longstanding and preventable epidemic. \nFull agenda can be found on the Continuing Education page.
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/addressing-tobacco-related-health-disparities-through-prevention-policy-and-treatment-initiatives/
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201105T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201105T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20201023T165309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T165309Z
UID:10000244-1604590200-1604593800@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Resources for Schools to Address Tobacco Use and Vaping
DESCRIPTION:The use of ENDS (Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems or Vaping) has increased significantly among adolescents and young adults in the past several years. \nJoin us for this free session where we will highlight the current landscape of product use and pertinent state and federal regulations.  The session will also include evidence-based and evidence-informed prevention and treatment strategies for use in the school and community setting. \nPresenters: Kristen McAuley\, Director of Tobacco Prevention Services\, MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence & Victoria Hynes\, Program Manager for Training & Education\, MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/webinar-resources-for-schools-to-address-tobacco-use-and-vaping/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200820T152952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200820T152952Z
UID:10000241-1602158400-1602162000@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Use of Tobacco & Nicotine Products in Maine: Identifying Opportunities for Action
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, Tim Cowan will review data on past and current tobacco and nicotine use\, and quitting behavior in Maine.  He will use multiple frames of reference to help the audience identify where we have made progress in reducing use of tobacco and nicotine products and where we have not; data for both adults and youth will be presented.  In turn\, will help the audience identify opportunities for taking action to reduce the burden of tobacco dependence in Maine. \nPresenter: Tim Cowan\, MPH- MaineHealth
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/webinar-use-of-tobacco-nicotine-products-in-maine-identifying-opportunities-for-action-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200803T210106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200817T183842Z
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SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:Join other health professionals in this remote training to learn more about nicotine addiction and how to integrate brief\, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions into current practice.  The Basic Skills Training is open to all health professionals\, prevention professionals\, and community members who are interested in learning more about the burden of tobacco and strategies for intervention and treatment. \nThe training sessions will include: tobacco prevalence\, products and burden; ENDS and vaping; motivational interviewing; brief interventions; tobacco treatment medications; and quit planning. \nThe virtual training will take place over three sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs/CEUs. \nSession 1: September 21\, 2020 – 1-3:30pm\nSession 2: September 22\, 2020 – 1-3:30pm\nSession 3: September 23\, 2020 – 1-3:30pm\nAvailable CMEs and CEUs: Up to 6 credit hours have been approved for the following: Maine Prevention Certification Board\, Maine Board of Pharmacy\, Maine Board of Dental Practice\, Maine Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors\, National Commission for Health Education Credentialing and Continuing Medical Education. Participation in all three dates of training is required to receive credit. \nTraining Cost: $25\, please contact tobaccotrng@mainehealth.org to discuss available scholarships.
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-basic-skills-training-6/2020-09-23/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200922T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200922T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200803T210106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200817T183842Z
UID:10000232-1600779600-1600788600@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:Join other health professionals in this remote training to learn more about nicotine addiction and how to integrate brief\, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions into current practice.  The Basic Skills Training is open to all health professionals\, prevention professionals\, and community members who are interested in learning more about the burden of tobacco and strategies for intervention and treatment. \nThe training sessions will include: tobacco prevalence\, products and burden; ENDS and vaping; motivational interviewing; brief interventions; tobacco treatment medications; and quit planning. \nThe virtual training will take place over three sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs/CEUs. \nSession 1: September 21\, 2020 – 1-3:30pm\nSession 2: September 22\, 2020 – 1-3:30pm\nSession 3: September 23\, 2020 – 1-3:30pm\nAvailable CMEs and CEUs: Up to 6 credit hours have been approved for the following: Maine Prevention Certification Board\, Maine Board of Pharmacy\, Maine Board of Dental Practice\, Maine Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors\, National Commission for Health Education Credentialing and Continuing Medical Education. Participation in all three dates of training is required to receive credit. \nTraining Cost: $25\, please contact tobaccotrng@mainehealth.org to discuss available scholarships.
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-basic-skills-training-6/2020-09-22/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200803T210106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200817T183842Z
UID:10000231-1600693200-1600702200@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:Join other health professionals in this remote training to learn more about nicotine addiction and how to integrate brief\, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions into current practice.  The Basic Skills Training is open to all health professionals\, prevention professionals\, and community members who are interested in learning more about the burden of tobacco and strategies for intervention and treatment. \nThe training sessions will include: tobacco prevalence\, products and burden; ENDS and vaping; motivational interviewing; brief interventions; tobacco treatment medications; and quit planning. \nThe virtual training will take place over three sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs/CEUs. \nSession 1: September 21\, 2020 – 1-3:30pm\nSession 2: September 22\, 2020 – 1-3:30pm\nSession 3: September 23\, 2020 – 1-3:30pm\nAvailable CMEs and CEUs: Up to 6 credit hours have been approved for the following: Maine Prevention Certification Board\, Maine Board of Pharmacy\, Maine Board of Dental Practice\, Maine Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors\, National Commission for Health Education Credentialing and Continuing Medical Education. Participation in all three dates of training is required to receive credit. \nTraining Cost: $25\, please contact tobaccotrng@mainehealth.org to discuss available scholarships.
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-basic-skills-training-6/2020-09-21/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200805T221005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200805T221005Z
UID:10000234-1600171200-1600174800@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Integrating Tobacco Use Interventions into the Treatment of Co-occurring Disorders
DESCRIPTION:This webinar addresses the challenges presented when treating patients with tobacco use disorder who also have a co-occurring substance use and/or mental health disorder. Topics covered include the prevalence and impact of tobacco use on people with co-occurring disorders\, basics of neurobiology of mental health and substance use disorders\, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions\, and pharmacotherapy. \nPresenter: Edward Perka Jr\, CASAC\, ICADC\, NCTTP – Tobacco Treatment Educator\, MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/webinar-integrating-tobacco-use-interventions-into-the-treatment-of-co-occurring-disorders/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200625T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200625T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200529T181445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T171124Z
UID:10000230-1593090000-1593099000@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training\nJoin other health professionals in this remote training to learn more about nicotine addiction and how to integrate brief\, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions into current practice.  The Basic Skills Training is open to all health professionals\, prevention professionals\, and community members who are interested in learning more about the burden of tobacco and strategies for intervention and treatment. \nThe training sessions will include: tobacco prevalence\, products and burden; ENDS and vaping; motivational interviewing; brief interventions; tobacco treatment medications; and quit planning. \nThe virtual training will take place over three sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs. \nRegistration is now closed for this event.\nTraining Agenda: \nSession 1: Monday\, June 22\, 2020 \n\n1:00pm – 2:15pm: Tobacco Prevalence\, Products & Burden – A Death Epidemic\n2:15pm- 2:20pm: Break\n2:20pm – 3:05pm: Tobacco Use & Addiction – Willpower Isn’t Enough\n3:05pm- 3:20pm: Optional Office Hours with Training & Education\n\nSession 2: Tuesday\, June 23\, 2020 \n\n1:00pm – 2:15pm: Engaging Tobacco Users – Motivational Interviewing\n2:15pm – 2:20pm: Break\n2:20pm – 3:05pm: Engaging Tobacco Users – Brief Interventions\n3:05pm – 3:20pm: Optional Office Hours with Training & Education\n\nSession 3: Thursday\, June 25\, 2020 \n\n1:00pm – 2:15pm: The Role of Tobacco Treatment Medications – Increasing Quit Success\n2:00pm – 2:05pm: Break\n2:05pm – 3:20pm: Planning for Success – Quit Planning & Relapse Prevention\n3:20pm – 3:35pm: Optional Office Hours with Training & Education
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-basic-skills-training/2020-06-25/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200623T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200623T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200529T181445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T171124Z
UID:10000229-1592917200-1592926200@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training\nJoin other health professionals in this remote training to learn more about nicotine addiction and how to integrate brief\, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions into current practice.  The Basic Skills Training is open to all health professionals\, prevention professionals\, and community members who are interested in learning more about the burden of tobacco and strategies for intervention and treatment. \nThe training sessions will include: tobacco prevalence\, products and burden; ENDS and vaping; motivational interviewing; brief interventions; tobacco treatment medications; and quit planning. \nThe virtual training will take place over three sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs. \nRegistration is now closed for this event.\nTraining Agenda: \nSession 1: Monday\, June 22\, 2020 \n\n1:00pm – 2:15pm: Tobacco Prevalence\, Products & Burden – A Death Epidemic\n2:15pm- 2:20pm: Break\n2:20pm – 3:05pm: Tobacco Use & Addiction – Willpower Isn’t Enough\n3:05pm- 3:20pm: Optional Office Hours with Training & Education\n\nSession 2: Tuesday\, June 23\, 2020 \n\n1:00pm – 2:15pm: Engaging Tobacco Users – Motivational Interviewing\n2:15pm – 2:20pm: Break\n2:20pm – 3:05pm: Engaging Tobacco Users – Brief Interventions\n3:05pm – 3:20pm: Optional Office Hours with Training & Education\n\nSession 3: Thursday\, June 25\, 2020 \n\n1:00pm – 2:15pm: The Role of Tobacco Treatment Medications – Increasing Quit Success\n2:00pm – 2:05pm: Break\n2:05pm – 3:20pm: Planning for Success – Quit Planning & Relapse Prevention\n3:20pm – 3:35pm: Optional Office Hours with Training & Education
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-basic-skills-training/2020-06-23/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200622T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20200529T181445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T171124Z
UID:10000228-1592830800-1592839800@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills Training\nJoin other health professionals in this remote training to learn more about nicotine addiction and how to integrate brief\, evidence-based tobacco treatment interventions into current practice.  The Basic Skills Training is open to all health professionals\, prevention professionals\, and community members who are interested in learning more about the burden of tobacco and strategies for intervention and treatment. \nThe training sessions will include: tobacco prevalence\, products and burden; ENDS and vaping; motivational interviewing; brief interventions; tobacco treatment medications; and quit planning. \nThe virtual training will take place over three sessions\, participation in all sessions will be required to receive CMEs. \nRegistration is now closed for this event.\nTraining Agenda: \nSession 1: Monday\, June 22\, 2020 \n\n1:00pm – 2:15pm: Tobacco Prevalence\, Products & Burden – A Death Epidemic\n2:15pm- 2:20pm: Break\n2:20pm – 3:05pm: Tobacco Use & Addiction – Willpower Isn’t Enough\n3:05pm- 3:20pm: Optional Office Hours with Training & Education\n\nSession 2: Tuesday\, June 23\, 2020 \n\n1:00pm – 2:15pm: Engaging Tobacco Users – Motivational Interviewing\n2:15pm – 2:20pm: Break\n2:20pm – 3:05pm: Engaging Tobacco Users – Brief Interventions\n3:05pm – 3:20pm: Optional Office Hours with Training & Education\n\nSession 3: Thursday\, June 25\, 2020 \n\n1:00pm – 2:15pm: The Role of Tobacco Treatment Medications – Increasing Quit Success\n2:00pm – 2:05pm: Break\n2:05pm – 3:20pm: Planning for Success – Quit Planning & Relapse Prevention\n3:20pm – 3:35pm: Optional Office Hours with Training & Education
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/tobacco-intervention-basic-skills-training/2020-06-22/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200617T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20190820T200946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200609T141754Z
UID:10000210-1592384400-1592395200@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Annual Tobacco Treatment and Prevention Conference
DESCRIPTION:A Changing Landscape-Tobacco and Nicotine Use\, Products and Adolescents: Reflections and Considerations for Tobacco Prevention and Treatment\nVirtual Sessions to be held on June 15\, 16\, and 17\, 2020\nRegister\nSchedule:\nMonday\, June 15th: 9am-11:45am \n9:00-10:30am: Empowering Tobacco Control to Meet the Vaping Epidemic Head-On By Advancing Prevention\, Treatment and Policy \nDr. Barbra Schillo\, Vice President\, Truth Initiative Schroeder Institute\nUp to 1 CME available for participating in this session.\nAbout the Speaker: Dr. Barbara Schillo has over 20 years of experience in conducting applied research\, managing research and public health programs and leading organizational management. At Truth Initiative\, she provides leadership for research that examines the impact of tobacco-related policies on youth and young adults. Prior to joining Truth Initiative\, Schillo was a vice president at ClearWaySM Minnesota for 17 years\, where she was instrumental in developing a nationally-recognized research grant-making program and leading research efforts to advance policy. She provided leadership in disseminating and translating science into public policy and practice and led efforts to develop highly innovative quitting programs that have served as a model for other states. Schillo currently chairs the board of directors for the North American Quitline Consortium. She has a Ph.D. from Michigan State University in community psychology. \n10:30-10:45am: Break \n10:45-11:45am: ENDS Stories from the Field: A Panel Discussion \n\nVicky Wiegman\, Substance Use Prevention Coordinator and Counselor\, Lewiston Public School Department\nJake Abbott\, Dean of Students & Director of Residential Life\, Lincoln Academy\nHawa Shir\, Tobacco Use Prevention Specialist\, City of Portland\nKirsten Goodrich\, Tobacco Prevention Program Coordinator\, City of Portland\n\nTuesday\, June 16th: 9am-11:45am\n9:00-10:30am: Federal Regulatory Update: Understanding Recent Changes & Impending Actions \nKevin O’Flaherty\, Director of Advocacy\, Campaign for Tobacco- Free Kids\nUp to 1 CME available for participating in this session.\nAbout the Speaker: In his role as Director of Advocacy for the Northeast Region at the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids\, Kevin works with non-profit organizations\, state programs\, and other interested parties to help change public policy in efforts to reduce tobacco use\, especially among youth. His region includes 9 states in the Northeast\, and also includes Indiana.\nKevin began his career in public health policy working for US Congressman Ken Bentsen from Texas\, and then at the Center for Research on Minority Health at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Prior to coming to the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids\, he worked for the American Cancer Society in Texas and Rhode Island\, and was ACS’s State Advocacy Director in Rhode Island when the Ocean State went smokefree in 2004. He has played a leadership role in dozens of state and local tobacco policy campaigns including smokefree\, cigarette tax\, OTP tax equity\, T-21 and other evidence-based policy interventions. Most recently\, he led the Campaign’s efforts in Massachusetts to ban the sales of all flavored tobacco products\, including menthol combustibles.\nIn theory\, he lives in Connecticut with his wife Mary and his dog\, Moby. But in summer\, you’re more likely to find him on his sailboat The Texan. \n10:30-10:45am: Break \n10:45-11:45am: Tobacco Free Maine Street: From Concept to Reality \n\nTom Farrell\, Director\, Parks and Recreation Department\, Town of Brunswick\nMary Caron\, MPH- Healthy Androscoggin\nMelissa Fochesato\, PS-C- Director\, Community Health Promotion\, Mid Coast Hospital\nAndrea Saniuk-Gove\, PS-C\, Tobacco Prevention Coordinator\, Mid Coast Hospital\nMichael Dostie\, Owner\, J. Dostie Jeweler/ Member Board of Directors\, Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce\n\nWednesday\, June 17th: 9am-11:45am\n9:00-10:30am: Reaching and Engaging LGBTQ+ Communities in Tobacco Control \nDr. Scout- Deputy Director- National LGBT Cancer Network\nUp to 1 CME available for participating in this session.\nAbout the Speaker: Scout is the Deputy Director of the National LGBT Cancer Network and the principal investigator of the CDC-funded LGBTQ tobacco-related cancer disparity network. In this capacity he spends much of his time providing technical assistance for governmental tobacco and cancer focusing agencies expanding their reach and engagement with LGBTQ populations. He leads a team of specialists in the Rhode Island office who focus especially on building tools and sharing strategies across state departments of health. Scout is also an expert cultural competency trainer and sought after public speaker. He has a long history in health policy analysis and a particular interest in expanding LGBTQ surveillance and research. He is a member of the NIH Council of Councils and the Chair of the NIH Sexual and Gender Minority Work Group. His work has won him recognition from the U.S. House of Representatives\, two state governments\, and many city governments. Scout is an openly transgender father of three\, a vegetarian\, an avid hiker\, and is currently training for a half marathon. \n10:30-10:45am: Break \n10:45-11:45am: Changing Landscape of Tobacco Quitlines \nUp to 1 CME available for participating in this session.\n\nJeni Klein\, Senior Client Services Manager\, Optum\nAmy Giles\, Program Manager\, Maine QuitLink\n\nAs the conference offerings have changed significantly from previous years\, the 2020 Annual Tobacco Treatment and Prevention Conference does not meet the required training minutes for those pursuing the  National Certificate in Tobacco Treatment Practice.  If you have further questions about this please contact Karina Alexander.
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/annual-tobacco-treatment-and-prevention-conference/2020-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence":MAILTO:tobaccotrng@mainehealth.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T123758
CREATED:20190820T200946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200609T141754Z
UID:10000209-1592298000-1592308800@ctimaine.org
SUMMARY:Annual Tobacco Treatment and Prevention Conference
DESCRIPTION:A Changing Landscape-Tobacco and Nicotine Use\, Products and Adolescents: Reflections and Considerations for Tobacco Prevention and Treatment\nVirtual Sessions to be held on June 15\, 16\, and 17\, 2020\nRegister\nSchedule:\nMonday\, June 15th: 9am-11:45am \n9:00-10:30am: Empowering Tobacco Control to Meet the Vaping Epidemic Head-On By Advancing Prevention\, Treatment and Policy \nDr. Barbra Schillo\, Vice President\, Truth Initiative Schroeder Institute\nUp to 1 CME available for participating in this session.\nAbout the Speaker: Dr. Barbara Schillo has over 20 years of experience in conducting applied research\, managing research and public health programs and leading organizational management. At Truth Initiative\, she provides leadership for research that examines the impact of tobacco-related policies on youth and young adults. Prior to joining Truth Initiative\, Schillo was a vice president at ClearWaySM Minnesota for 17 years\, where she was instrumental in developing a nationally-recognized research grant-making program and leading research efforts to advance policy. She provided leadership in disseminating and translating science into public policy and practice and led efforts to develop highly innovative quitting programs that have served as a model for other states. Schillo currently chairs the board of directors for the North American Quitline Consortium. She has a Ph.D. from Michigan State University in community psychology. \n10:30-10:45am: Break \n10:45-11:45am: ENDS Stories from the Field: A Panel Discussion \n\nVicky Wiegman\, Substance Use Prevention Coordinator and Counselor\, Lewiston Public School Department\nJake Abbott\, Dean of Students & Director of Residential Life\, Lincoln Academy\nHawa Shir\, Tobacco Use Prevention Specialist\, City of Portland\nKirsten Goodrich\, Tobacco Prevention Program Coordinator\, City of Portland\n\nTuesday\, June 16th: 9am-11:45am\n9:00-10:30am: Federal Regulatory Update: Understanding Recent Changes & Impending Actions \nKevin O’Flaherty\, Director of Advocacy\, Campaign for Tobacco- Free Kids\nUp to 1 CME available for participating in this session.\nAbout the Speaker: In his role as Director of Advocacy for the Northeast Region at the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids\, Kevin works with non-profit organizations\, state programs\, and other interested parties to help change public policy in efforts to reduce tobacco use\, especially among youth. His region includes 9 states in the Northeast\, and also includes Indiana.\nKevin began his career in public health policy working for US Congressman Ken Bentsen from Texas\, and then at the Center for Research on Minority Health at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Prior to coming to the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids\, he worked for the American Cancer Society in Texas and Rhode Island\, and was ACS’s State Advocacy Director in Rhode Island when the Ocean State went smokefree in 2004. He has played a leadership role in dozens of state and local tobacco policy campaigns including smokefree\, cigarette tax\, OTP tax equity\, T-21 and other evidence-based policy interventions. Most recently\, he led the Campaign’s efforts in Massachusetts to ban the sales of all flavored tobacco products\, including menthol combustibles.\nIn theory\, he lives in Connecticut with his wife Mary and his dog\, Moby. But in summer\, you’re more likely to find him on his sailboat The Texan. \n10:30-10:45am: Break \n10:45-11:45am: Tobacco Free Maine Street: From Concept to Reality \n\nTom Farrell\, Director\, Parks and Recreation Department\, Town of Brunswick\nMary Caron\, MPH- Healthy Androscoggin\nMelissa Fochesato\, PS-C- Director\, Community Health Promotion\, Mid Coast Hospital\nAndrea Saniuk-Gove\, PS-C\, Tobacco Prevention Coordinator\, Mid Coast Hospital\nMichael Dostie\, Owner\, J. Dostie Jeweler/ Member Board of Directors\, Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce\n\nWednesday\, June 17th: 9am-11:45am\n9:00-10:30am: Reaching and Engaging LGBTQ+ Communities in Tobacco Control \nDr. Scout- Deputy Director- National LGBT Cancer Network\nUp to 1 CME available for participating in this session.\nAbout the Speaker: Scout is the Deputy Director of the National LGBT Cancer Network and the principal investigator of the CDC-funded LGBTQ tobacco-related cancer disparity network. In this capacity he spends much of his time providing technical assistance for governmental tobacco and cancer focusing agencies expanding their reach and engagement with LGBTQ populations. He leads a team of specialists in the Rhode Island office who focus especially on building tools and sharing strategies across state departments of health. Scout is also an expert cultural competency trainer and sought after public speaker. He has a long history in health policy analysis and a particular interest in expanding LGBTQ surveillance and research. He is a member of the NIH Council of Councils and the Chair of the NIH Sexual and Gender Minority Work Group. His work has won him recognition from the U.S. House of Representatives\, two state governments\, and many city governments. Scout is an openly transgender father of three\, a vegetarian\, an avid hiker\, and is currently training for a half marathon. \n10:30-10:45am: Break \n10:45-11:45am: Changing Landscape of Tobacco Quitlines \nUp to 1 CME available for participating in this session.\n\nJeni Klein\, Senior Client Services Manager\, Optum\nAmy Giles\, Program Manager\, Maine QuitLink\n\nAs the conference offerings have changed significantly from previous years\, the 2020 Annual Tobacco Treatment and Prevention Conference does not meet the required training minutes for those pursuing the  National Certificate in Tobacco Treatment Practice.  If you have further questions about this please contact Karina Alexander.
URL:https://ctimaine.org/event/annual-tobacco-treatment-and-prevention-conference/2020-06-16/
CATEGORIES:Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence":MAILTO:tobaccotrng@mainehealth.org
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