Prevention Consultants of Missouri

Missouri Division of Behavioral Health Prevention Resource Center
Substance Use Prevention

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Happy Halloween from all of us at Prevention Consultants of Missouri!

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Happy Boss' Day to the best boss!

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There are many side effects of DXM misuse: Nausesa and vomiting, stomach pain, confusion, dizziness, double vision, slurred speech, imparied coordination, rapid heart beat, drowsiness, numbness or fingers and toes, disorientation.

#nationalmedicineabuseawarenessmonth #dxm

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Dextromethorphan (DXM) is the active ingredient in most OTC cough medicines. DXM is the most widely used cough suppressant ingredient in the United States. When taken according to labeling instructions, medicines that contain DXM are safe and effective.
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Keeping unnecessary or unneeded medication can lead to medication misuse. You can dispose of medication by taking it to your local permanent disposal box. You can find them here: https://t.co/8MOiACz5CC

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One way to prevent medicine abuse is to monitor your medicine cabinet. Know what is in there, know how much, and check it frequently.

#nationalmedicineabuseawarenessmonth #prevention #medicine

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Over the Counter Medication (OTC) can be just as dangerous as prescription medication. Make sure your medications are put up and only use as directed.

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If you have a cough that won't go away-see your doctor. It could be an early warning sign of a respiratory condition. Other symptoms include: chest tightness, wheezing, ongoing shortness of breath (especially when exerting yourself)

#healthylungmonth #warningsign #prevention

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Respiratory disease like COPD and asthma can end up as lung cancer. Smoking intesifies the blockage of clean air to the lungs. Give your lungs a break and quit smoking/vaping today.

#healthylungmonth #prevention #vaping #cigarettes #quitsmoking

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Lung diseases affect millions each year. 10 million Americans are diagnosed with chronic bronchitis each year and 25 million live with asthma. Over 150,000 die from lung cancer annually.

#healthylungmonth #lungs #prevention

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October is Healthy Lung Month! For more information about how your lungs work and what you can do to keep them healthy visit https://t.co/GRKZkSuvJO
#healthylungmonth #lungs #prevention

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Today is International Recovery Day! Today we are celebrating people who are recovering from ALL ADDICTIONS! Congratulations and we are so proud of you!

#RecoveryMonth #RecoveryDay #Recovery #PCMO

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Take the time to reach out and start a conversation if you notice something is different. By stepping closer and reaching in we can encourage those with suicidal thoughts to reach out.

#suicidepreventionmonth #suicideprevention

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Connect someone to life. #Bethelight

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Suicidal thoughts are complex. By creating hope through action, we can signal to people experiencing suicidal thoughts that there is hope and that we care and want to support them.

#bethelight #suicidepreventionmonth

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Creating Hope Through Action is a reminder that there is an alternative to suicide and aims to inspire confidence and light in all of us; that our actions, no matter how big or small, may provide hope to those who are struggling.

#bethelight #suicidepreventionmonth

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You can #bethelight by reaching out to someone you are concerned about and letting them know you care.

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The global suicide rate is over twice as high among men than women. You can help prevent suicide today. Reach out to that person you are concerned about and let them know you care.

#bethelight #suicidepreventionmonth

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The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

1-800-273- TALK (8255)

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The Crisis Text Line is free, confidential 24/7 crisis support by text. To access text "MOSAFE" to 741741.