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📣 Attention, attendees and San Diego locals!

🚧 Road Closure Alert: Comic-Con Edition 🚧

📅 The most epic event of the year is almost here! To ensure a smooth and safe experience for all, we want to share the details of road closures around the San Diego Convention Center and Gaslamp area during Comic-Con. Take note and plan your routes accordingly:

📍 Temporary Vehicle Restriction Zone:
🔹 Harbor Drive between 1st Ave and Park Blvd

📍 Limited Public Parking:
🔹 Look for designated parking areas and consider using public transportation.

📍 Pedicabs & Pedestrian Access:
🔹 Pedicabs and pedestrians will have designated routes to help you navigate the area efficiently.

📅 Closure Times:

Wednesday, July 24: 2 PM - 10 PM
Thursday, July 25: 7 AM - 10 PM
Friday, July 26: 7 AM - 10 PM
Saturday, July 27: 7 AM - 10 PM
Sunday, July 28: 7 AM - 8 PM

🚦 We ask for your understanding and cooperation in navigating these closures. Consider alternate routes or to ensure a hassle-free journey to and from your destinations.

📢 Your safety matters! Stay tuned for further updates from the San Diego Police Department regarding traffic management and safety tips during Comic-Con. 🚔🛡️

As if e-cigarettes weren’t kid-friendly enough already, they now come with video games, Bluetooth and other smartphone-like features that make them even more appealing to kids.

These products can deliver massive doses of ni****ne that quickly addict kids — and they’re on the market illegally. That’s unacceptable. The FDA and other agencies must act now to take these and other illegal products off the market.

Check out the To***co Control study to learn more: https://to***cocontrol.bmj.com/content/early/2024/06/14/tc-2024-058794

ADVANCING HEALTHY COMMUNITIES: EAST COUNTY OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAM FOCUSES ON YOUTH | East County Magazine Printer-friendly version July 2024 ArticlesEast County Outdoor Opportunities (EcoOp)California Natural Resources AgencyYouth Community Access Grant ProgramBy David R. Shorey, San Diego County Program Director, Institute for Public Strategies July 19, 2024 (San Diego) -- The Institute for Public Stra...

Prenatal ma*****na use linked to serious risks for mother during pregnancy, study finds | CNN Women who use ma*****na before they learn of their pregnancy are at higher risk for potentially life-threatening complications like preeclampsia, a new study finds.

Ma*****na use in pregnancy has been linked to such adverse outcomes for the baby as lower birthweight, preterm birth and higher admission rates to neonatal intensive care units.

Prenatal ma*****na use linked to serious risks for mother during pregnancy, study finds | CNN Women who use ma*****na before they learn of their pregnancy are at higher risk for potentially life-threatening complications like preeclampsia, a new study finds.

A comprehensive approach to drug prevention is vital for safeguarding young people's well-being. Educational initiatives at schools and within communities help raise awareness about the risks of substance abuse as well as equip youth with the knowledge and skills necessary to make healthy choices.

Discover more helpful facts here: https://www.ccrconsulting.org/

📲 Call the San Diego Access & Crisis Line (ACL) at 888 724 7240 for help and resources.

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US signs agreement with 3 social media giants aimed at preventing distribution of synthetic drugs The United States has signed a memorandum with several of the world’s biggest social media companies aimed at preventing the use of their platforms for the distribution of synthetic drugs.

• The United States signed a memorandum with several of the world’s biggest social media companies on Thursday aimed at preventing the use of their platforms for the distribution of synthetic drugs.
• The U.S. Mission said the signing parties will collaborate to “disrupt” illegal drug activities online and “amplify public awareness of the dangers of synthetic drug misuse.”

US signs agreement with 3 social media giants aimed at preventing distribution of synthetic drugs The United States has signed a memorandum with several of the world’s biggest social media companies aimed at preventing the use of their platforms for the distribution of synthetic drugs.

September 17th at 11am join the CPHI for a training on front line cannabis cases in the ER. We have Dr. Roneet Lev and Dr. Natalie Laub disuccusing trends.
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County Public Health Services is teaming up with the San Diego County Office of Education to host the second annual Public Health Advocate Camp for high school students. https://www.countynewscenter.com/county-empowers-teens-to-become-public-health-advocates/

Did you know that you can call 2-1-1 to get connected to a quit coach? It’s free, and we are available.

Dial 2-1-1 to get started!

New San Diego Grand Jury Report on Ma*****na - San Diego police and the county sheriff should collaborate to crack down on unlicensed cannabis delivery services and smoke shops that illegally sell synthetic CBD, the county grand jury says in a new report. The report also recommends the city and county evaluate and document the impacts of cannabis legalization on their finances and local law enforcement efforts. The county is also asked to analyze impacts on health care.

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The San Diego County Office of Education is empowering school nurses to combat the opioid crisis.

✅ Free Training:
Facilitated by SAY San Diego, this training program teaches school nurses about fentanyl and opioid risks, overdose symptoms, and how to administer Naloxone, a life-saving medication used to reverse overdoses.

✅ Free Resources:
California DHS offers Naloxone toolkits at no cost. Free Narcan nasal spray and Fentanyl test strips are also provided through SAY San Diego's program.

Find more information here: https://bit.ly/3RCuWa3

📲 Call the San Diego Access & Crisis Line (ACL) at 888 724 7240 for help and resources.

Medications for opioid use disorder can prevent and reverse overdose. They also reduce opioid use and cravings. They are safe, effective, and save lives. The infographic below 👇 shows how these medications work. View and share: https://go.nih.gov/1nClMYU

UC San Diego's Transportation Research and Education for Driving Safety Center (TREDS), in partnership with the California Trucking Association (CTA), invites you to a free Train-the-Trainer Webinar, Just Drive: Deliver Drug-Free. This 75-minute session aims to improve roadway safety by preventing drug-impaired driving among CDL holders. Certificate of Completion provided.

Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Time: 11:15 AM PST
Registration Link: https://bit.ly/TOTDrugFree

Please share this invitation with other CMV safety representatives who may benefit from attending this webinar.

We look forward to your participation!

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What is xylazine?

Xylazine is a veterinary tranquilizer,
(a non-opioid), which is sometimes mixed
with fentanyl and other illicit drugs.

Has xylazine been detected in
San Diego County?

Although xylazine is prevalent in other areas
in the United States, San Diego County has
not seen a significant number of cases. Due
to the increase presence of xylazine, it is
important that San Diego County be aware of
the issues with xylazine and be proactive in
its response.

For more information on Xylazene:

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The US Is Being Flooded by Chinese Vapes The US government vowed to crack down on the sale of illegal ni****ne vapes. They only got cheaper, fancier, and more potent.

"Come on, everyone's doing it!" Sound familiar?

Peer pressure is a powerful force, especially for young people. This SAMHSA article equips parents and caregivers with the tools to help their kids navigate these situations, understand the risks of underage drinking/substance abuse, and learn how to say “no.”

https://bit.ly/3zq0Lwx

📲 Call the San Diego Access & Crisis Line (ACL) at 888 724 7240 for help and resources.

The period between and sees an alarming increase in teen-related driving incidents.

To raise awareness and help make this summer safer, the National Road Safety Foundation (NRSF) has partnered with youth groups such as SADD Nation (SADD).

Read the entire story here:
https://fxn.ws/4dKfTVk

📲 Call the San Diego Access & Crisis Line (ACL) at 888 724 7240 for help and resources.

Prevent Underage Intoxication and Potentially Save Lives With schools out for summer for many teens and children, the risk of them gaining access to alcohol goes up when parents are at work and teens may be unsupervised.

The Youth Summit recently brought together amazing young minds from SAY San Diego convened youth leadership groups to tackle some of our community's biggest challenges.

From social media isolation to the financial strain of living in a big city, our summit provided a space for connection, advocacy, and empowerment.

Our attendees built friendships, learned valuable public speaking skills, and got fired up to fight for a brighter future – free from alcohol, to***co, and drug use.

Together, amazing local youth are building a stronger, more connected community.

🚗 About 1 in 4 teen car crashes involve an impaired driver. Before they hit the road with friends, remind your teens to drive safely and steer clear of underage drinking and other substance use. Need ideas? 💡 Get tips on how to talk to your teens about impaired driving with the “Impaired Driving: Talk with Your Kids” fact sheet from the “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign. https://www.samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you/parent-resources/impaired-driving

County Drug Disposal Pilot Program Reaches Milestone

County Drug Disposal Pilot Program Reaches Milestone The County’s Drug Disposal Pilot Program has reached a milestone by distributing more than 1200 drug deactivating pouches.

Rates of Problem Ma*****na Use Are Rising Among Seniors US News is a recognized leader in college, grad school, hospital, mutual fund, and car rankings. Track elected officials, research health conditions, and find news you can use in politics, business, health, and education.

A look at data on almost 56 million Medicare beneficiaries finds "rates of health care encounters with cannabis-related disorders increased from 2017 through 2022," according to a study led by Dr. Silvia Perez-Vilar, of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Rates of Problem Ma*****na Use Are Rising Among Seniors US News is a recognized leader in college, grad school, hospital, mutual fund, and car rankings. Track elected officials, research health conditions, and find news you can use in politics, business, health, and education.

Overdose deaths from fentanyl are on the rise, even as unintentional deaths from other drugs decrease. These concerning figures underscore the need for more education about the harms of fentanyl and more action to prevent it from taking more lives and destroying more communities.

Let's talk, educate, and advocate for action. Together, we can protect our communities & prevent more tragedies.

Visit suopt.org for helpful resources.

If you or a loved one needs help, please call the Access & Crisis Line at (888) 724-7240