McK-UDOS Coalition

McKinley Park Underage Drinking and Other Substances Prevention Coalition (McK-UDOS) seeks to prevent substance use among youth in McKinley Park.

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Today is National Gambling Screening Day 🎲
Gambling issues can quietly impact your life.
Take a quick, confidential screening today: https://t.co/XLjU5kLYFF

Need help? Visit https://t.co/PGdIpe4cfP or call 1-800-GAMBLER.

#GamblingScreeningDay #Awareness #PGAM2025

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🎂 Chicago turns 188! Join us for the 2nd Annual Chicago’s Birthday Party with cake, refreshments & community fun!

📅 March 4, 2025 | ⏰ 6-8 PM
📍 3658 S Honore St, Chicago, IL
🎉 Free & open to all!
More info: https://t.co/RRHoGByU3L
#Chicago188 #HappyBirthdayChicago

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February is #BlackHistoryMonth ! Let’s honor the contributions of African Americans and spread awareness about substance use. Knowledge is power—let’s spread awareness and build a healthier community.”💚 #SubstanceUseAwareness #CommunitySupport

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Stigma shouldn’t stop you from getting the treatment you deserve. Support is out there, and recovery is possible. Take the first step toward a healthier, happier life. SAMHSA has resources to help: https://t.co/shPWOOIqjn #SUDTreatmentMonth #RecoveryIsPossible #FindTreatment

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January is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month! Family involvement is key in supporting recovery. Offering emotional support, accountability, and a safe environment helps individuals stay on track and heal together. #RecoveryIsPossible #FamilySupport #SUDTreatmentMonth

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Feeling stressed this holiday season? 🎄 Join MAHA’s Holiday Blues workshop on Dec 12 at 11 AM CST (Zoom) to learn causes, signs, and solutions. Register here https://t.co/YpWzoVbonN! 💙 #HolidayBlues #SelfCare #MentalHealth #stressmanagement

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#DYK two milligrams of fentanyl, the small amount that fits on the tip of a pencil can be deadly. Join DEA’s efforts to remember the lives lost from fentanyl poisoning, submit a photo of a loved one lost to fentanyl. #JustKNOW

Learn more https://t.co/PIp27NY1jG

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Holidays can be tough when you’re grieving, and everyone experiences it differently. There’s no right or wrong way to feel, but self-care and support are key. You’re not alone—resources are here to help: https://t.co/zuV3dtQjlN #GriefAwarenessWeek

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Are you really winning? ⚠️ Sports betting risks your finances, health, and relationships. Don’t bet your future away. For help, call 1-800-GAMBLER. #AreYouReallyWinning #DontBetYourFuture #SportsBetting

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For #RedRibbonWeek , let’s raise awareness! In 2022, 30.7% of high school seniors used cannabis, impacting memory, learning & mental health. Talk to teens about the risks: depression, addiction & impaired driving. Let’s keep our teens safe! #TeenHealth #CannabisAwareness

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Happy Red Ribbon Week!
Celebrate Red Ribbon Week by wearing red ribbons, participating in community anti-drug events, and pledging to live drug-free lives. #DEARedRibbon https://t.co/hxJJVdxJ9m

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Today is National Stop Bullying Day! 📷 If your child seems sad or avoids friends, they might be facing bullying. Be there to support them and remind them they’re not alone. Together, we can make a difference!
Learn more: https://t.co/ieCqBJaDjb
#StopBullyingDay #YouthSupport

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October is #SubstanceUsePreventionMonth!

Substance use disorders impact people of all ages and backgrounds. Prevention and early intervention can make a difference. Help is available: https://t.co/2mfhaHSP6z

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Did you know? In 2023, 2.1 million middle & high school students vaped. Flavored e-cigs & frequent use are common, but 63.9% of youth want to quit. Let's help our youth kick the habit! 💪 #youthvaping #quitvaping #healthychoices #MentalHealthMatters

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Join the first ever National Rally for Recovery on September 21, 2024, at UIC Credit Union I Arena! Celebrate recovery with live music, national speakers, fun activities, and special video appearances by Chance the Rapper & Common.

#RallyForRecovery #RecoveryMonth

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Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Recognize the warning signs and know how to get help—it could save a life. Your well-being matters. Share resources to raise awareness and support those in need. #SuicidePrevention #SuicideAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #SaveLives

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August 31st is #OverdoseAwarenessDay. Learn about Narcan, opioid addiction, and access resources with our QR code. Together, we can save lives. #OpioidCrisis #Narcan #MentalHealthMatters

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Substance use disorders impact the lives of millions of Americans. But prevention matters, treatment works, and recovery is possible. We can all work together to #EndOverdose. For help and resources visit: https://t.co/2mfhaHTmW7 #OverdoseAware #OverdoseAwarenessWeek

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🚨 Accidental Poisoning from Marijuana Edibles is Rising! 🚨 Protect your kids by checking out the tips on our poster to keep them safe. For help, call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222. #ChildSafety #MarijuanaEdibles #PreventPoisoning #SubstanceUsePrevention

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Over 50% of U.S. teens are exposed to digital alcohol marketing, with Hispanic teens at greater risk. Early exposure can lead to underage drinking and youth deaths. Let’s protect our teens!

Source: https://t.co/ZC1meo9B2a

#UnderageDrinking #AlcoholPrevention #ProtectTeens