Inter Tribal Council of Michigan

04/05/2022

MSU Extension Vaccinate 15 MSUX-0122.mp4

"Let's do our part to keep our communities healthy"
By getting vaccinated, you are protecting yourself, your cultures, and your traditions, and creating safer spaces to spend time with your loved ones. Contact your tribal health clinic about a covid19 vaccine or booster dose. Find your clinic here: https://www.itcmi.org/departments/health-education-and-chronic-disease/tribal-health-centers/

Credits: Bay Mills Community College, MSU Extension and EXCITE Extension Collaboration on Immunization, Teaching, and Engagement

04/04/2022

Racism shapes where and how people live and what resources and opportunities they have. We must make racial equity central to health equity.

American Public Health Association

03/31/2022

Do your cancer recommended cancer screenings. Don't wait for symptoms. If you don't want to do it for you, do it for someone you love. Join Dr Arne Vainio (Ojibwe) for his colonoscopy.

Video credit: Native Report

03/30/2022

NNN Webinar - Smoke-free Tribal Housing Policies

See KeepItSacred.org webinar “Smoke-free Tribal Housing Policies” here!

https://www.facebook.com/KeepItSacred/videos/314149044152603/

03/29/2022

Getting a colonoscopy or doing a home screening kit is easier than dealing with colon cancer. Reach out to your tribal health center and ask which colon cancer screening method is best for you.

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American Indian Cancer Foundation Colon Cancer Coalition

03/28/2022

Singing and dancing is our tradition. Native American traditions may be lost without you. Colon cancer is preventable with early and regular screenings. If you are age 45 or older or if you have a family history of colon cancer contact your provider and ask which method of screening is best for you.

Video credit: Little Traverse Bay Bands Of Odawa Indians 2018 Round Dance: Elder's Song
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03/25/2022

The best screening test for Colon Cancer is the screening test that you complete. Reach out to your doctor about which screening test is best for you.
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03/23/2022

Fish and seafood are part of the traditional Anishinaabe diet. These foods provide you with omega-3 fatty acids and support heart health.
Learn more nutrition tips in this month's Anishinaabek Cooking Resource:
http://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ACR_NutritionPacket_03_March-F.pdf

03/23/2022

Have you tested positive for COVID19? Here are the most recent recommendations for what to do.

03/22/2022

"We all need each other to help pick each other up and carry on"

03/19/2022

You would do anything for your family, right? So get screened for your wife, your son, your daughter, your mom, your aunty, and anyone else we forgot. You are a valuable member of your family and they don’t want to live without you so . Colon cancer is preventable and survivable with early screening.

03/16/2022

Maple syrup is our relative.
Pure maple syrup is much less processed and contains more minerals and antioxidants than other sweeteners. Try swapping sugar for pure maple syrup when you can!

This month's nutrition packet has recipes, traditional food knowledge, and more:http://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ACR_NutritionPacket_03_March-F.pdf

03/14/2022

Choose colorful foods to support your colon! Having color on your plate is a great indicator that you're getting the nutrients your body needs to help fight illness.
Need help? Find healthy traditional recipes here: http://www.itcmi.org/anishinaabek-cooking-resources/

03/12/2022

Getting screened for colorectal cancer could save your life! Learn from Chris Polasky.

03/09/2022

Walleye is traditionally harvested in March, when the fish swim to the river to spawn. This month’s Anishinaabek Cooking Resource features a Walleye Chowder recipe that you won’t want to miss!
Watch the cooking video and get the recipe here:
https://youtu.be/VO_q2YIQP6c

03/08/2022

The rez dogs have spoken and they want you to get vaccinated!
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Get vaccinated against COVID19 to keep you and your family healthy. Find a COVID19 vaccine near you: https://www.vaccines.gov/

03/07/2022

American Indians and Alaska Native persons are more likely to get colorectal cancer compared to White persons in most regions. Colon cancer is preventable with early screening. The graphic below from the American Indian Cancer Foundation shows how early screening saves lives.

03/04/2022

You’re never too young to be screened for colorectal cancer.
Call your provider right away if you have: Blood in or on your stool (bowel movement) Stomach pain; aches or cramps that don’t go away; A change in bowel habits (like diarrhea or constipation) lasting more than a few days; unexplained weight loss.
Prevent Cancer Foundation KeepItSacred.org

03/02/2022

This month's Anishinaabe Cooking Resource features Walleye Chowder! Did you know you can get Walleye from the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR)?

FDPIR provides food to income-eligible Native American families. Find your location here: http://www.itcmi.org/anishinaabek-cooking-resources/fdpir-locations/

Walleye Chowder Recipe: https://youtu.be/VO_q2YIQP6c

03/01/2022

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colon Cancer is a leading cause of cancer death for both men and women, however, there are ways to lower your risk.

02/28/2022

Photos from American Indian Cancer Foundation's post

02/25/2022

Understanding how mRNA vaccines work can help you feel more comfortable with making the decision to protect yourself and your loved ones by getting the COVID-19 vaccine. This short video explains vaccines using visuals and simple language!

02/24/2022

What grocery shopping tips do you have to save time and money? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to check out February’s recipe packet for more healthy meal prep tips!

http://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ACR_NutritionPacket_02_February-F.pdf

02/23/2022

Getting the covid19 vaccine means doing your part to protect families from disease.

02/22/2022

Call your tribal clinic to see if you are eligible for free life saving cancer screenings.
http://www.itcmi.org/departments/health-education-and-chronic-disease/tribal-health-centers/

Cancer screenings are a life saving tool that your shouldn't have to pay out of pocket for. Ask your clinic or health care provider if there are any free cancer screening programs available for you.

Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Navigation Program: https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/screenings.htm

02/16/2022

Bean is our relative.
Beans provide our bodies with fiber, protein and nutrients.
Check out February’s recipe packet linked below to learn how you can grow your own bean sprouts at home in a jar (no soil required!)
http://www.itcmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/ACR_NutritionPacket_02_February-F.pdf

02/16/2022

Lake Superior State University in Sault Ste. Marie hires Robear Assinewe-Beaupre as new Native American Center student support advisor.

Honoring its Native American ties, Lake Superior State University has hired Robear Assinewe-Beaupre, from Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation, for the new role of Native American Center student support advisor. Details: lssu.edu/news/lake-superior-state-university-hires-new-native-american-center-student-support-advisor/

02/15/2022

Fact or fiction? Make sure your getting correct health information from reliable sources.
📌Check the date
📌Look for solid evidence that supports the statement being made
📌 Read beyond the catchy headline

02/14/2022

Quitting commercial tobacco, staying on top of cancer screenings, and physical activity and nutrition are important ways we can advocate for better cancer survivorship in Indian Country.
Follow KweBrave and Inter Tribal Council of Michigan to join us in spreading awareness during

02/14/2022

You are your family share genes. You're also likely to share similar health behaviors such as physical activity level and eating habits with relatives you live with. Share your family health history with your healthcare provider so you can take action steps for you and your family to stay healthy.