DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day encourages the public to remove unneeded medications from their homes as a measure of preventing medication misuse and opioid use disorder from ever starting. This day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the […]
The Advocacy Committee Meeting meets the 1st Friday of each month to discuss state legislation that could affect young people staying in, or leaving, New Hampshire throughout the legislative session. Register now!
Now in its third year, National Fentanyl Awareness Day brings together individuals, parents, teachers, corporations, influencers, community groups, and government entities to help put an end to this emergency. Last year, over 70,000 Americans fatally overdosed on illegally made fentanyl. Fentanyl is found in fake pills and many street drugs, but users are often unaware […]
Join us for "Thriving Together: Strategies for Resilient Communities" on May 10, 2024, from 9am to 4pm at the Regatta Conference Center in Eliot, ME, or virtually. Early bird registration ($150) is available until March 31, with prices increasing to $175 starting April 1. Earn 6 CEUs while learning from esteemed speakers such as Maggie […]
Strafford County Public Health Network and the Strafford County Addiction Task Force are excited to welcome you back to the UNH Durham Campus for our 2024 Addiction Summit on Wednesday, May 15th. We look forward to another great program that offers the opportunity to attend seminars and workshops, and engage in meaningful discussion with colleagues, […]
Project ECHO® (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) is an evidence-based method developed by researchers at the University of New Mexico. During teleECHO™ sessions, expert mentors share their expertise across a virtual network via case-based learning. The program will occur on the third Wednesday of each month February through July 2024. Intended audience: All New Hampshire […]
At this half-day summit, which includes lunch, you will have opportunity to hear from, and engage with, compelling young Granite Staters who have made an impact here in New Hampshire in the arts, social and environmental justice, business, politics, and more. You will also: Meet others who share your passions. Connect with individuals and organizations with whom […]
Community members (gatekeepers) come from many walks of life, and whether experienced in suicide prevention or not, can play a key role in preventing suicide. A gatekeeper is anyone who may have contact with a person at risk of suicide. When gatekeepers/ community members have information on how to recognize the warning signs of suicide […]
Overview: Electronic cigarettes entered the United States tobacco market in the early part of the 21st century. The early e-cigarettes were modeled after the chemistry of conventional cigarettes and were not efficient nicotine delivery devices. The e-liquid used “free base” nicotine that had adversive side effects. In 2015, JUUL launched and “re-invented” the e-cigarette, by […]
The Magnify Voices Expressive Art Contest recognizes and celebrates the creativity of youth. Submit your artwork and help raise awareness about the vital importance of mental health for all! Open to NH students grades 5- 12 Artwork Deadline 04/21/2024 Celebration Date: Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024 Questions? Reach out to: magnifyvoices@gmail.com Learn more and submit!
The primary goals of the national suicide prevention strategy include raising public awareness about suicide and better identification and referral of people at risk for suicide. Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of […]
Most of us have to lead work groups at some point in our career. Often, we simply repeat the role as we have seen others do it. But there is an art and a bit of science to fostering truly collaborative and productive work groups or coalitions. Join us in this interactive, discussion-focused training as […]
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