Although there is a lot going in the world… especially when it comes to the topic of health and wellness… we cannot forget that we are still dealing with the prevalence of opioid and prescription (Rx) drug abuse and misuse.…
Thursday Teen Talk 12pm-12:45pm
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/405408453
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (646) 749-3122
Access Code: 405-408-453
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when …
🗣ATTENTION: PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT! (Parent PSA)
Just in case you missed it!
Check out one of our latest PSAs regarding underage drinking prevention!
…Striving for a Tobacco-Free New Year!
We cannot ignore all of the facts and data that has been uncovered since the outbreak of the lung illnesses that have been associate with vapes and e-cigarette use. Vaping and e-cigarettes have the potential to be extremely harmful, ESPECIALLY…
Monkey See… Monkey DON’T Do!
As the holidays are starting to kick in, there will be more gatherings, more parties, and more opportunities to have alcohol…for adults that is…. In an atmosphere where there are many adults around that are drinking and “having fun”, …
Fighting The EPIDEMIC Starts With EDUCATION!
Concerning the opioid epidemic, prevention work is vital because it ultimately means preventing addiction and possibly death!
Reducing access through proper disposal of unused or expired prescriptions and locking up medicines can reduce exposure; however, we also need EDUCATION to …
Preventing Substance Abuse in Youth
Being that Red Ribbon Week underway in this month, we want to take a moment to share realistic ways you can aid in preventing substance abuse in youth. Use any of these tips to make an impact:
1. Share Expectations …
Why should the media care about underage drinking?
Media plays a key role in providing the community with information, facts, and other pieces of news. Knowing this, a media representative can also play a key role in clarifying public opinion and revealing public knowledge about underage and youth …
As A Reminder…….DON’T BE A PARTY TO TEENAGE DRINKING!
CCAPSA would like to remind the community to support our efforts to reduce underage and youth binge drinking. As the summer vacation winds down, youth are trying to bring vacation to a good close with parties and other activities. During …
The Opioid Epidemic and Cobb County
Opioid addiction has become a major crisis in the United States. In 2017, the Department of Health and Human Services declared a “public health emergency” as opioid-related overdoses continued to rise across the country. Opioids include prescription drugs commonly prescribed …