Maryland Tobacco Control Resource Center (TCRC)

Join the Maryland TCRC for the first webinar in our spring series: American Thoracic Society Guidelines for Youth Nicotine Use from 12:00-1:00pm, presented by Dr. Susan Walley. This event is free, virtual, and open to all. CME/CEU provided. 

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Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the core clinical recommendations from the American Thoracic Society (ATS) regarding the screening of pediatric patients for electronic cigarette use.
2. Describe the ATS-recommended behavioral counseling strategies tailored specifically for the developmental stages of youth and young adults.
3. Distinguish between the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal and the clinical presentation of EVALI (E-cigarette or Vaping Use-Associated Lung Injury) in a pediatric setting.

Join the Maryland TCRC for the second webinar in our spring series: Nicotine Health Clinic - Experience and Outcomes from 8:00-9:00am, presented by Dr. Janaki Deepak. This event is free, virtual, and open to all. CME/CEU provided. 

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Learning Objectives:

1. Analyze longitudinal patient data to identify the most significant predictors of successful long-term cessation within a specialized clinic model.
2. Differentiate the efficacy of various delivery methods (telehealth, group therapy, 1-on-1) based on patient demographic and socioeconomic factors.
3. Understand the various pharmacological resources available to patients during tobacco treatment and how to implement in practice.

Join the Maryland TCRC for the third webinar in our spring series: Monitoring the Future Youth Survey Data from 2:00-3:00pm, presented by Dr. Niharika Khanna. This event is free, virtual, and open to all. CME/CEU provided.

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Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the prevalence rates of nicotine pouches and disposable vapes among middle and high school students.
2. Evaluate the demographic shifts in tobacco use, specifically focusing on disparities across racial, ethnic, and gender-diverse youth.
3. Contrast recent MTF data with previous years to identify emerging products that may require new clinical screening questions.

Join the Maryland TCRC for the fourth webinar in our spring series: Leveraging Faith Networks in Tobacco Prevention from 11:00-12:00pm, presented by Dr. Panagis Galiatsatos. This event is free, virtual, and open to all. CME/CEU provided. 

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Learning Objectives:

1. Identify specific theological or community-based entry points for introducing tobacco prevention programs within diverse faith traditions.
2. Assess the effectiveness of using faith-based social support structures to improve adherence to cessation protocols in underserved populations.
3. Establish a framework for sustainable partnerships between public health and local religious institutions.

04/29/2026, 1:00pm-4:00pm

Presenter: Dr. Melanie Bennett

Training for clinicians to assist mental health & substance abuse clients with tobacco treatment.

BH2 training includes:

• Background information & common myths on behavioral health smoking risks
• Updated information on the use of NRT/Pharmacotherapy
• Basic cognitive-behavioral and motivational enhancement strategies
• A single-session and multi-session intervention designed by MTCRC
• CEUs available for social workers, mental health counselors & peer recovery specialist
• CMEs available for physicians 

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Join the Maryland TCRC for the fifth and final webinar in our spring series: Policies and Practices That Support Delivery of Tobacco Cessation Services in Behavioral Health Settings from 12:00-1:00pm, presented by Dr. Melanie Bennett. This event is free, virtual, and open to all. CME/CEU provided. 

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Learning Objectives

1. Articulate the evidence-based link between tobacco cessation and improved long-term recovery outcomes for patients with substance use disorders.
2. Understand the importance of staff engagement and education to address resistance from employees who may be tobacco users themselves.
3. Discuss how to incorporate tobacco cessation goals into the treatment plan for patients with co-occurring mental health and tobacco use disorders.

07/30/2026, 9:00am-12:00pm

Presenter: Dr. Melanie Bennett

Training for clinicians to assist mental health & substance abuse clients with tobacco treatment.

BH2 training includes:

• Background information & common myths on behavioral health smoking risks
• Updated information on the use of NRT/Pharmacotherapy
• Basic cognitive-behavioral and motivational enhancement strategies
• A single-session and multi-session intervention designed by MTCRC
• CEUs available for social workers, mental health counselors & peer recovery specialist
• CMEs available for physicians 

Register Here

10/28/2026, 1:00pm-4:00pm

Presenter: Dr. Melanie Bennett

Training for clinicians to assist mental health & substance abuse clients with tobacco treatment.

BH2 training includes:

• Background information & common myths on behavioral health smoking risks
• Updated information on the use of NRT/Pharmacotherapy
• Basic cognitive-behavioral and motivational enhancement strategies
• A single-session and multi-session intervention designed by MTCRC
• CEUs available for social workers, mental health counselors & peer recovery specialist
• CMEs available for physicians 

Register Here