Greetings! Here is your
monthly update from Prevention First about programs, training, resources and prevention news from trusted sources.
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If you want to deal with an epidemic - crime or health - the smartest, most effective, and cheapest way to deal with it is Prevention First.
―
Kamala Harris
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As of January 1, 2020, non-medical Cannabis became legal to possess and use for residents of Illinois who are 21 years and older. Illinois, the first state to pass legislation around non-medical use of Cannabis, has joined 10 other states in legalizing it. This new law outlines specific guidelines regarding the possession and consumption of non-medical Cannabis use, and how using this substance can affect adults, pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, and teenagers. To address the law, the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) has launched a communications campaign, “
Let’s Talk Cannabis Illinois
,” to provide a clear and objective source of information about legal Cannabis use, and the safety and health implications of use.
The “
Let’s Talk Cannabis Illinois
” campaign, which is expected to last six weeks, includes:
- A comprehensive website featuring key information about what types of use are legal and illegal, and the health consequences of use;
- Health information for priority audiences, including pregnant and breastfeeding women, adults, parents and teenagers;
- Downloadable fact sheets that can be used and shared by community partners;
- Social, digital and radio advertisements to proactively reach Illinois residents with legal and health information.
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Illinois Cannabis Resources
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With Illinois now having legalized cannabis for recreational adult use, it's important to look to our Virtual Clearinghouse for helpful links, family guides, and other resources to assist in your prevention efforts.
Click Here
to Visit the Marijuana Resource Section
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What Parents Should Know about Marijuana
As of January 1, 2020, individuals over the age of 21 in the state of Illinois will be able to legally purchase cannabis (marijuana) from licensed dispensaries. While the state has now permitted sale of non-medical or recreational marijuana, it's ...
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www.luriechildrens.org
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Illinois pardons more as legal cannabis sales begin
It's a new year and, for Illinois, a new era of recreational marijuana. Weed dispensaries across the state opened their doors before sunrise Wednesday, welcoming long lines of customers - some who had been waiting since 4 a.m. ...
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www.usatoday.com
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'Don't drive high': Officials ramping up cannabis education
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Public and private groups are ramping up their marijuana public education campaigns now that the drug has been legalized in Illinois. Chicagoans can see the messages online and on billboards around the city: “Don’t consume cannabis if pregnant or breastfeeding … Don’t drive while high…
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CDC: Millions are driving under the influence of drugs
A new CDC report found that in 2018, 12 million American adults said they had driven under the influence of weed in the 12 months prior to the survey. About 2.3 million said they had driven under the influence of illicit drugs such as cocaine or...
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www.cnn.com
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FDA bars sales of most e-cigarette pod flavors after 30 days
The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday ordered companies to stop manufacturing, distributing and selling most cartridge-based e-cigarette flavors - including mint and fruity flavors - by early February, saying the crackdown is urgently...
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www.washingtonpost.com
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New weapon in war against opioids: An implanted device...
An opioid overdose can be a lonely death. People who use drugs often do so in private, and should they get a dose stronger than they can tolerate, no one will be there to save them with the overdose-reversing medication naloxone.
Read more
m.medicalxpress.com
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Learn About National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week®
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week is a national health observance linking teens to science-based facts to SHATTER THE MYTHS® about drugs! Take a quick look at what you need to do to get ready for your NDAFW event!
Read more
teens.drugabuse.gov
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Prevention First
Upcoming Training
Establishing and Leading a
Youth Advisory Committee
IISAP III:
A Framework for Prevention
Youth Advisory Committee
Engagement and Retention
Coalition Coordination
Foundations of Youth
Prevention Education
If you have any questions about training please contact Anne Cox,
If you've registered and cannot attend
Click Here
for directions on cancelling your registration.
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Technical Assistance from Prevention First
The technical assistance offered at Prevention First expands professional development beyond training to assist substance use prevention providers in applying what they have learned in their communities. Timely, flexible and provider-tailored technical assistance is available to meet the individual needs of providers. For more information about technical assistance or other services we offer, click
Email Provider Services
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Prevention First
Online Training
Be sure to visit the online training events offered at Prevention First.
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*RECORDED WEBINAR*
Understanding the
Illinois Cannabis
Regulation and Tax
Act and What it Means
for Prevention
Marijuana is now legal for adults in Illinois as of January 1, 2020. You might be wondering what’s in the law and what it means for your prevention efforts. During this recorded webinar, participants will learn about the Illinois marijuana law, including benefits and concerns related to legalization. We’ll also discuss relevant prevention education messages and strategies.
This is a recorded webinar from December 2019.
Click Here
to be directed to the webinar registration page and webinar recording.
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Recorded
Webinars at
Prevention First
Perhaps you were busy during the live webinar...or didn't know when it was scheduled. We've got ya covered!
Check out the Recorded Webinar tab in the
SUPP Training Events. In each description is a link to the recording. Simply complete the registration and submit. The recording will begin and you are ready to go! NOTE: No CEUs are offered for recorded webinars.
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CADCA National Leadership Forum
Agents of Change Summit
National Conference on
Health Communication,
Marketing, and Media
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Fake IDs
Communities across Illinois are seeing an increase of Fake ID usage for underage alcohol purchase and consumption. Youth are purchasing these Fake ID’s online and, in many cases, in bulk. Prevention providers and coalitions can educate youth, their parents and the business community on the dangers of these Fake ID’s. Youth are using their own name, address, and other identifiable indicators to obtain these products; only changing their date of birth. They are potentially paying these companies to steal their identity. You can read a more in-depth
report on
Fake ID’s in America
located in the Resource section on the
APRC website
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Be sure to check out the
Virtual Clearinghouse
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Resources include printed materials, digital materials, presentations, and helpful links. New materials are added periodically so be sure to visit often.
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