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Our mission is to prevent prescription drug related overdoses, addiction, and other negative impacts through education, engagement, and policy change.

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Prescription drug abuse among college students during final exams is a serious issue. Many students take stimulants to increase their productivity and attention span. Here are the eight most important facts to know about prescription drug misuse among college students!

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Please join us on Thursday, August 29th from 1pm-3pm at the Concord Library for our International Overdose Awareness Day event. You can expect to learn about the dangers of prescription drugs like fentanyl and training on how to reverse an overdose using naloxone.

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Source: ODMAP

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Street Drug Dealers Are Selling Elephant Tranquilizers in Santa Cruz: https://t.co/slr7tGek2q

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Source: ODMAP

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To safeguard youth and college students from the risks of prescription drug misuse, the Contra Costa County MEDS Coalition has developed an infographic outlining seven key laws focused on protecting youth and adolescents from fentanyl in the county.

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Walgreens said its generic version of Narcan will be priced at $34.99. Walgreens Boots Alliance announced Wednesday that it plans to sell its own generic version of the overdose reversal drug Narcan.https://t.co/6qDhKOwflj.

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A new drug could be on the streets of San Francisco - Medetomidine, or fentanyl laced with animal tranquilizer. A supervisor is sounding the alarm, asking the city to test for the new opioid that is leading to hundreds of overdoses across the country. https://t.co/wKMGk2NRsc

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The Contra Costa County MEDS Coalition extends its gratitude to the Contra Costa Board of Supervisors for designating March and April as Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Months. #CommunityPartnerships #Gratitude

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Mental health problems and substance use disorders sometimes occur together. This #MentalHealthMonth, learn about mental health and substance use co-occurring disorders https://t.co/nhZMoDUnGx… #RecoveryIsPossible #MHAM2024 #ContraCosta

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Between January 1, 2024, and April 30, 2024, Contra Costa County reported 393 suspected overdoses. Collaborative efforts are essential to prevent further overdose deaths in our community. #ContraCosta

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A recent investigation found thousands of Eventbrite posts selling escort services and drugs like Xanax and oxycodone--some of which the company's algorithm recommended alongside addiction recovery events. Read more at: https://t.co/jhuNljLNF6

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Teenagers in Contra Costa County encountering mental health challenges may struggle to seek assistance due to social stigma and fear of judgment. Let's work together to support teenagers in overcoming these barriers and ensuring they receive the help they need.

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The City of Antioch created it's own private crisis response team, and after 12 months the city's mayor says results have been positive. https://t.co/0jUUmgrtLL

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Let's come together on April 27th for Take Back Day to safely dispose of any unused or expired medication in our cabinets. Celebrate Take Back Day this Saturday! 🚮

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Did you know that Contra Costa County has over 50 safe medicine disposal locations available for residents? https://t.co/Ayaqa9nKvF

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The Brentwood Police Department is hosting a DEA Take-Back Day event on April 27, 2024. The event aims to provide a safe and responsible way to dispose of prescription drugs, while educating the public about the potential for medication abuse.

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Join the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office on April 27, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for the DEA Take-Back Day event! This event, hosted at the Sandy Cove Shopping Center in Discovery Bay, aims to provide a safe and responsible way to dispose of prescription drugs.

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Thank you to Mayor Patricia Ponce and the San Pablo City Council for recognizing March as Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Month. This designation is a crucial step towards raising awareness about America's prescription drug abuse epidemic.

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