The webinar scheduled for Wednesday, June 24th has been cancelled.
CADCA had some conflicts they were not able to resolved and had to cancel the meeting. At this time the meeting has not been rescheduled. If this should happen I will be in touch with a new date and time.
Thank you so much for agreeing to participate and I apologize for any inconvenince this may cause.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Monday, June 15, 2009
Prescription and Over The Counter Drug Abuse
Although teens are turning away from street drugs, now there's a new threat and it's from the family medicine cabinet: The abuse of prescription (Rx) and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.
Parents and caregivers are the first line of defense in addressing this troubling trend.
What's the problem?
Teens are abusing some prescription and over-the-counter drugs to get high. This includes painkillers, such as those drugs prescribed after surgery; depressants, such as sleeping pills or anti-anxiety drugs; and stimulants, such as those drugs prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Teens are also abusing over-the-counter drugs, such as cough and cold remedies.
Every day 2,500 youth age 12 to 17 abuse a pain reliever for the very first time. More teens abuse prescription drugs than any illicit drug except marijuana. In 2006, more than 2.1 million teens ages 12 to 17 reported abusing prescription drugs.1 Among 12- and 13-year-olds, prescription drugs are the drug of choice.
Because these drugs are so readily available, and many teens believe they are a safe way to get high, teens who wouldn't otherwise touch illicit drugs might abuse prescription drugs. And not many parents are talking to them about it, even though teens report that parental disapproval is a powerful way to keep them away from drugs.
What are the dangers?
There are serious health risks related to abuse of prescription drugs. A single large dose of prescription or over-the-counter painkillers or depressants can cause breathing difficulty that can lead to death. Stimulant abuse can lead to hostility or paranoia, or the potential for heart system failure or fatal seizures. Even in small doses, depressants and painkillers have subtle effects on motor skills, judgment, and ability to learn.
The abuse of OTC cough and cold remedies can cause blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, coma, and even death. Many teens report mixing prescription drugs, OTC drugs, and alcohol. Using these drugs in combination can cause respiratory failure and death.
Prescription and OTC drug abuse is addictive. Between 1995 and 2005, treatment admissions for prescription painkillers increased more than 300 percent.
Is your teen using?
Have you noticed changes in your child's behavior? Or does he or she have friends that you suspect might be abusing prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) drugs? Whatever the reason - don't ignore the issue at this critical time.
The problem is more common than many parents think. More teens are abusing prescription drugs than any illicit drug except marijuana. In 2006, more than 2.1 million teens ages 12 to 17 reported abusing prescription drugs.
And among 12- and 13-year-olds, prescription drugs are the drugs of choice.
Teens are abusing a variety of prescription drugs to get high, including painkillers, depressants, and stimulants.
Teens are also abusing over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, such as cough and cold remedies, to get high.
Steroids are also often abused in efforts to enhance body shape or image.
If you suspect your child is abusing prescription or OTC drugs, the first step is to open the lines of communication. Start by visiting www.theantidrug.com for information about how to talk to your teens about prescription drug use.
Parents and caregivers are the first line of defense in addressing this troubling trend.
What's the problem?
Teens are abusing some prescription and over-the-counter drugs to get high. This includes painkillers, such as those drugs prescribed after surgery; depressants, such as sleeping pills or anti-anxiety drugs; and stimulants, such as those drugs prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Teens are also abusing over-the-counter drugs, such as cough and cold remedies.
Every day 2,500 youth age 12 to 17 abuse a pain reliever for the very first time. More teens abuse prescription drugs than any illicit drug except marijuana. In 2006, more than 2.1 million teens ages 12 to 17 reported abusing prescription drugs.1 Among 12- and 13-year-olds, prescription drugs are the drug of choice.
Because these drugs are so readily available, and many teens believe they are a safe way to get high, teens who wouldn't otherwise touch illicit drugs might abuse prescription drugs. And not many parents are talking to them about it, even though teens report that parental disapproval is a powerful way to keep them away from drugs.
What are the dangers?
There are serious health risks related to abuse of prescription drugs. A single large dose of prescription or over-the-counter painkillers or depressants can cause breathing difficulty that can lead to death. Stimulant abuse can lead to hostility or paranoia, or the potential for heart system failure or fatal seizures. Even in small doses, depressants and painkillers have subtle effects on motor skills, judgment, and ability to learn.
The abuse of OTC cough and cold remedies can cause blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, coma, and even death. Many teens report mixing prescription drugs, OTC drugs, and alcohol. Using these drugs in combination can cause respiratory failure and death.
Prescription and OTC drug abuse is addictive. Between 1995 and 2005, treatment admissions for prescription painkillers increased more than 300 percent.
Is your teen using?
Have you noticed changes in your child's behavior? Or does he or she have friends that you suspect might be abusing prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) drugs? Whatever the reason - don't ignore the issue at this critical time.
The problem is more common than many parents think. More teens are abusing prescription drugs than any illicit drug except marijuana. In 2006, more than 2.1 million teens ages 12 to 17 reported abusing prescription drugs.
And among 12- and 13-year-olds, prescription drugs are the drugs of choice.
Teens are abusing a variety of prescription drugs to get high, including painkillers, depressants, and stimulants.
Teens are also abusing over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, such as cough and cold remedies, to get high.
Steroids are also often abused in efforts to enhance body shape or image.
If you suspect your child is abusing prescription or OTC drugs, the first step is to open the lines of communication. Start by visiting www.theantidrug.com for information about how to talk to your teens about prescription drug use.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Working Meeting This Week
Dont forget- We have a working meeting tomorrow!
Date: June 9th
Time: 2:00pm
Location: Farmington Community Center, Farmington IA
We will be working on the logic model and the strategic and action plan. These documents will the guide the 2010 DFC grant renewal. Please plan to attend as we need input from all coalition and community members.
Meetings are always open the public and we encourage anyone interested in the work we do to join us!
Date: June 9th
Time: 2:00pm
Location: Farmington Community Center, Farmington IA
We will be working on the logic model and the strategic and action plan. These documents will the guide the 2010 DFC grant renewal. Please plan to attend as we need input from all coalition and community members.
Meetings are always open the public and we encourage anyone interested in the work we do to join us!
Monday, June 1, 2009
What is a logic model?
A Logic Model is a picture of how a coalition will improve a community problem. It gives the coalition a picture of what the problem is, and exactly what it looks like in their community. The four parts of a logic model include:
- Ultimate Outcome or Problem (on the far left)
- Root Causes (second column)
- Local Conditions (third column)
- Data (above and far right)
1. The Problem is the issue the community is addressing and ultimately what they want to change.
2. The Root Cause is the reason that the problem exists.
3. The Local Conditions are what make the root cause unique. It answers the question- Why here? Why is that a problem in our community. They need to be as specific as possible- what exactly does it look like?
4. The data is the information that supports all pieces of the model. These should be three-fold- info from three different sources of data.
An example of the SAFE Coalition's (draft version) Logic Model is shown below. To see a better version of the model- Click Here!
For more information about logic models you can check out CADCA's website or contact the safe coalition at 319-293-6412 or info@vbsafecoalition.com
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Tobacco Violations
In the spring of 2008, Iowa lawmakers passed legislation to protect employees and the general public from secondhand smoke. The Smokefree Air Act prohibits smoking in almost all public places including enclosed areas within places of employment, as well as some outdoor areas.
The law applies to restaurants, bars, outdoor entertainment venues and amphitheaters. It also covers places of employment such as office buildings, health care facilities, and child care facilities. Smoking is however allowed on the gaming floor of a licensed casino, as well as designated hotel and motel rooms.
If you have witnessed a violation of the smoke-free air act you can submit a complaint. To do so visit the state website at: www.iowasmokefreeair.gov and click on submit a compliant. You can then submit a compliant in confidence, the public domain or anonymously.
The law applies to restaurants, bars, outdoor entertainment venues and amphitheaters. It also covers places of employment such as office buildings, health care facilities, and child care facilities. Smoking is however allowed on the gaming floor of a licensed casino, as well as designated hotel and motel rooms.
If you have witnessed a violation of the smoke-free air act you can submit a complaint. To do so visit the state website at: www.iowasmokefreeair.gov and click on submit a compliant. You can then submit a compliant in confidence, the public domain or anonymously.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Coalition Meeting This Week
The May SAFE Coalition Meeting is tomorrow:
Tuesday, May 19th
2:00pm
Bonaparte Opera House
Topics include:
Coalition Academy
Data Compilation
Training Opportunity- Underage Drinking Conference
Merchant Alcohol Training
Semi-Annual Progress Report
All meetings are opened to the public and anyone interested in coalition initiatives is invited to attend!
Tuesday, May 19th
2:00pm
Bonaparte Opera House
Topics include:
Coalition Academy
Data Compilation
Training Opportunity- Underage Drinking Conference
Merchant Alcohol Training
Semi-Annual Progress Report
All meetings are opened to the public and anyone interested in coalition initiatives is invited to attend!
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Underage Drinking Conference
The 2009 National Leadership Conference- or- Underage Drinking conference information is now online! Information may be found at: www.udetc.org. Details are:
Dates: August 13 & 14th
Location: Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center- Dallas, TX
Info: This year’s theme is: "Beyond Boundaries: Timely Trends and Technology". We are offering plenary sessions, workshops, and experiential learning exercises that will provide you with real-life experience, skills, and tools that can be used to enhance both local and more far-reaching efforts. With a focus on new and innovative methods and resources, this year’s Conference offers participants in-depth knowledge that will make a real impact on your efforts to enforce underage drinking laws in your States and communities!
The SAFE Coalition will be taking 3 adults and 2 youth to the conference this year as funding allows. If you are an adult who is interested in attending this conference please contact Heidi at 319-293-6412. If you are a youth interested in attending this conference contact Melissa Daugherty and she will provide you with an application.
Dates: August 13 & 14th
Location: Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center- Dallas, TX
Info: This year’s theme is: "Beyond Boundaries: Timely Trends and Technology". We are offering plenary sessions, workshops, and experiential learning exercises that will provide you with real-life experience, skills, and tools that can be used to enhance both local and more far-reaching efforts. With a focus on new and innovative methods and resources, this year’s Conference offers participants in-depth knowledge that will make a real impact on your efforts to enforce underage drinking laws in your States and communities!
The SAFE Coalition will be taking 3 adults and 2 youth to the conference this year as funding allows. If you are an adult who is interested in attending this conference please contact Heidi at 319-293-6412. If you are a youth interested in attending this conference contact Melissa Daugherty and she will provide you with an application.
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