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The economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on businesses led to a decision to allow alcohol licensees to provide home delivery and curbside pick-up for both on-premises (e.g., restaurants) and off-premises (e.g., grocery stores) outlets, with certain limitations and requirements. The legislature extended these privileges to July 2023. The LCB has been conducting compliance checks for these allowances, but doing so is somewhat difficult and costly, and therefore the number of checks...
read moreTeens 14-19 can work out for free at Planet Fitness through August 31. Regular exercise helps teens stay healthy and boosts self-esteem. Encourage teens to take advantage of this opportunity with a friend to develop healthy peer relationships and remain connected with friends over summer break.
Those who sign up will be entered for a chance to win a $500 scholarship, with one awarded per state. Plus, you’ll be entered to win a $5,000 grand prize scholarship.
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read moreSession Objectives:
- Review evidence-based programs (EBPs) registries, reviews and resources supporting Prevention Plus Wellness (PPW) program effectiveness.
- Identify both national/federal and state registries listing various PPW programs.
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_C3mVkuTnTgi_Brl4BlikIw
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read moreThe Prevention Awards of Excellence are an opportunity to recognize individuals and organizations for their dedication and contributions to the Prevention field.
Please take the time to nominate a colleague, young person, program or organization in the following award categories:
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Session Objectives:
- Review steps for implementing Prevention Plus Wellness (PPW) youth and parent programs and media campaigns.
- Discuss examples of implementation settings and populations.
- Describe options for PPW lesson follow-up and evaluation.
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BADFD_1xQbSCg7FX8tLImg
... read moreThe following is excerpted from the CounterTobacco.org website:
In late April, 2022, the FDA released two proposed...
read moreIn May 2022, SAMHSA hosted a webinar commemorating National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day and honoring youth and family peer support. The hour-long video is now available for viewing.
read moreThe deadline for final A-19 invoice submission is August 14, 2021 for contractors that receive the following funding sources that end on June 30, 2021: General Fund Source, Dedicated Marijuana Account, and Mental Health Promotion Project. If possible, please consider leaving time for needed corrections or resubmissions. All Minerva reporting for June services is due July 15, 2021.
If you have any concerns or questions,...
read moreSession Objectives:
- List the programs, media campaigns and professional training opportunities offered by Prevention Plus Wellness (PPW).
- Review the components and materials for PPW programs, media campaigns and training.
- Discuss how prevention and health organizations across the US are implementing PPW strategies.
Register: https...
read moreHCA will be hosting the 2022 Washington State Provider Meeting and Prevention Summit this November in a hybrid format. The in-person portion will be held in Yakima, WA at the Yakima Convention Center. The virtual option will include livestreaming for those to take part remotely. More information on the hybrid format will be shared as the agenda is finalized in the coming months.
The pre-conference Washington State Prevention Provider Meeting will be hosted the morning of Tuesday,...
read moreSAMHSA recently released a series of downloadable resources for informing adults and reaching out to teens with the facts about underage alcohol use - all updated in Spanish!
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As a follow-up to National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, CADCA put together a video on the safe storage and disposal of medications with their partner AmerisourceBergen. Take a look, share the video, and help keep this successful awareness campaign going!
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