The Institute for Disability Studies at The University of Southern Mississippi has partnered with the Office of Tobacco Control and other state organizations on a comprehensive plan to reduce tobacco usage among behavioral health clients and staff who serve them.

Earlier this month IDS and the Office of Tobacco Control sponsored a statewide Leadership Academy for Wellness and Smoking Cessation in Jackson, Miss. The academy focused on creating a cooperative, collaborative relationship among the fields of public health, mental health and addictions.

In memory of Dr. Glenn Smith and in honor of all those battling cancer, Wesley Medical Center hosted “Light the Track,” a relay event held May 10, to raise funds for the American Cancer Society.

“This is the second annual Light the Track event honoring Dr. Glenn Smith,” said Katherine Pittman, Director of Customer Service for Wesley Medical Center. “Last year we raised over $10,000 and we were thrilled top that this year.”