August 2017  |  Vol 4  |  Issue 11
Welcome to the Cancer Control TAP (Technical Assistance Periodical). Any questions? Drop us an email at [email protected].
NEWS FROM THE GW CANCER CENTERGW-News
Did you know that aside from non-melanoma skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the United States? September represents a unique opportunity to focus on prostate cancer prevention, screening and treatment through evidence-informed social media messaging. The GW Cancer Center's Prostate Cancer Awareness Month Social Media Toolkit, newly updated for 2017, can help you establish a social media strategy, effectively communicate with your audience and raise awareness around this important issue.

TEAM Study Recruitment and Training
In case you missed it, applications are now being accepted (through September 12) for the Together-Equitable-Accessible-Meaningful (TEAM) Training for health care professionals. This free training program is offered to cancer care organizations to enhance patient engagement and cultural sensitivity. The training includes an online course, a two-day workshop and technical assistance in creating a quality improvement plan. Learn more and apply today at bit.ly/AboutTEAMProject. We're also recruiting patients and survivors to share their stories about their cancer care experience. Learn more and help us spread the word to your networks.

The GW Cancer Center was pleased to participate in this year's CDC National Cancer Conference. Staff presented on effective patient-provider communication, comprehensive cancer control technical assistance and patient navigation. The conference theme, "Visualizing the Future Through Prevention, Innovation and Communication," focused on the opportunity to translate research into practice to improve public health. Many thanks to all who attended or stopped by our booth and presentations.
Cancer-Control-SpotlightCANCER CONTROL SPOTLIGHT
New Hampshire Legislative Effort to Prohibit Tanning for Teens Under 18
In 2013, New Hampshire ranked sixth in the nation for rates of new melanoma diagnoses. Early exposure to UV rays from indoor tanning devices (easily accessible and popular with teens) can increase the risk of developing skin cancer later in life. After unsuccessful attempts to ban indoor tanning among minors, the New Hampshire Comprehensive Cancer Collaboration focused on engaging partners to increase awareness about the use and dangers of indoor tanning by teens under the age of 18. Partner activities ultimately led to the passage of a state law that prohibits indoor tanning for minors. Read more about their efforts on Action4PSEChange.com and get more success stories and tips for implementing your own policy, systems and environmental change strategies.
Training-EventsTRAINING & EVENTS
8/22:  Webinar - Smoke-Free Multiunit Housing: The Role of Local Health Departments -  Register

8/23: Webinar - Developing Sustainable Policy Using Data -  Register

8/30:  Webinar - Health Information Data Sharing: HIPAA Facts and Fallacies -  Register

8/1-8/31: National Immunization Awareness Month - Learn More

9/7-9/8: Event - CommonHealth Action: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Training -  Register

9/15: Deadline to submit nominations for HPV Vaccine is Cancer Prevention Champion Award-  Learn More
ResourcesRESOURCES


What-ReadingWHAT WE'RE READING

Funding-OppsFUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations: Hepatitis B Policy Fellowship - email [email protected] for more info  (Due 8/31)

Department of Defense:  Prostate Cancer Health Disparity Research Award (Due 9/28)

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation: Culture of Health Prize (Due 11/3)

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation:    Policies for Action: Policy and Law Research to Build a Culture of Health  (Accepted on a rolling basis)