Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Stories by Jo Ann Hummers
This year has been particularly stressful for everyone. One idea that could be helpful to all is to think of and to “use” slogans that have been useful to members…
Dec 28
“One person is killed about every 50 minutes in a drunk-driving crash, totaling more than 10,500 lives lost each year.” This information from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is…
Dec 24
Discussion about use of illegal drugs usually focuses on one drug or another. However, “the reality is that many people use drugs in combination and also die from them in…
Dec 3
Unused or expired medications may be used by someone other than the person for whom the medications were prescribed. This can be dangerous or even fatal. Suggestions about what you…
Nov 20
Each year the Great American Smokeout is held on the third Thursday of November, which is November 19 this year. This date can be your quit date OR it can…
Nov 17
Now in its 31st year, Recovery Month celebrates the gains made by those in recovery, just as we celebrate improvements made by those who are managing other health conditions such…
Sep 19
COVID-19 has increased the health risks already faced by people who smoke or vape, are currently dealing with substance use disorders, or are in recovery from addiction. The Director of…
Jun 25
Methamphetamine is present locally, as indicated not only by several recent arrests but also by personal discussions. People often use drugs for reasons other than relief of a medical situation.…
Jul 13
World No Tobacco Day (May 31) has been celebrated since 1988. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), this year’s focus is on “preventing youth tobacco product use and…
May 30
The current climate of change and uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic can be especially dangerous for those who abuse alcohol or other drugs. A new study reported by the…
May 18
For the person in recovery from addiction to alcohol or to another drug, relapse prevention is a primary goal. During these days when people must deliberately isolate themselves in order…
Apr 24
(This column first appeared in the Outer Banks Sentinel) “Someone just overdosed…” This statement is heard too often these days. If you ever wondered if you might be in a…
Feb 23
