Understanding alcohol addiction
According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), in 2019, over 60% of Americans admitted to having drunk alcohol in the past year, though most would not […]
HCC food pantries have Naloxone
Healthy Communities’ food pantries in Dayton, Silver Springs and Yerington have a stock of Naloxone kits. SAMHSA notes that “Naloxone is designed to rapidly reverse opioid overdose. It is an […]
How does smoking affect diabetes?
Before you light up that next cigarette, here are some things to consider. You likely already know that smoking causes cancer, heart disease, and other health issues. But did you […]
Why Is Nicotine Unsafe for Kids, Teens, and Young Adults?
Most e-cigarettes (vapes) contain nicotine—the addictive drug in regular cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products. A CDC study found that 99% of the e-cigarettes sold in assessed venues in the […]
2023 Youth Legislation Day
Youth Legislation Day, hosted by Partnership Douglas County with HCC and multiple partner agencies participating, was held on March 31. It was part of Take Down Tobacco National Day of […]
