James Gould: Calling for substance abuse help isn't a crime according to : Daily Camera

Abstinence-only drug education programs, like abstinence-only sex education programs, are not effective. The past several generations have been told repeatedly to "Just Say No" in drug education programs and haven't been given this life-saving, harm-reduction information. We need to move forward from failed drug education policies and give individuals the tools they need to put an end to overdose. If you are with a person who is overdosing, whether on opiates, alcohol, or another substance: call 911 for medical assistance immediately. Overdose is preventable, but only with proper drug education.



James Gould: Calling for substance abuse help isn't a crime
A spotlight on substance abuse prevention, treatment and recoveryIn May, the Midland County Health and Human Services Council received an update on current community initiatives and advocacy related to substance use prevention, treatment and recovery. Finney is a part of Project ASSERT (Barbiturates & Substance Abuse Services, Education, and Referral to Treatment), a program where recovery advocates and counselors are available in emergency departments to help people access treatment services. Increasing access to treatment services is one way to help more people get the assistance they need. To learn more about the Community Health Improvement Plan, visit the Midland County Health and Human Services Council website at www.healthymidland.org Dr. Sean Kesterson, senior medical director for MidMichigan Health, spoke about efforts at MidMichigan Health to educate doctors about the impacts of prescribing medicines that could become addictive and being aware of potential long term effects on patients.

Arson, burglary suspect to get substance abuse evaluation

Arson, burglary suspect to get substance abuse evaluationOne of Randolph County's more complicated stories will get another interesting chapter. "I anticipate we will have something by the next time we're in court," Walker said. Brown and stated they are looking into getting the evaluation done privately, as the evaluation otherwise may not occur until Aug. 24. In the two-page motion, Mansfield claimed that Miller's statements were not voluntary due to sleep deprivation and a lack of his client's understanding of Miranda rights. "I don't think that there's any doubt both these cases are related to substance issues," Mansfield said to Brown.


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