CANNABIS 101: TRENDS AND PERSPECTIVES
The use and normalization of cannabis for recreation and medical purposes has increased since it was legalized in Washington State. Join the Washington Poison Center to learn about what cannabis is and how it works in the body, its legal status, different modes of use, and recent trend data. Please note that this presentation will NOT provide advice on "how to use” cannabis. VIEW PRESENTATION
SEEING THROUGH THE HAZE: VAPING TRENDS AND CONCERNS
Vaping devices can be seen everywhere and there is growing concern about their contents and addictive nature for youth and adults. Please join the Washington Poison Center as we take a deep dive into vaping. This informative presentation includes a review of common vaping devices, their contents (including nicotine and THC), health effects, current WA Poison Center trends, and health considerations. VIEW PRESENTATION
OVERDOSE PREVENTION AND NARCAN TRAINING
Join Amy Wheat, Opioid Outreach Specialist with Snohomish County Human Services, to learn how to administer Narcan (Naloxone), a nasal spray that can block the effects of an opioid overdose. This online training will include information about what an opioid overdose looks like and why the addition of fentanyl increases the danger of a deadly overdose. Information on how to obtain Narcan at no charge will be provided. VIEW PRESENTATION
SNOHOMISH COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESENTS: VAPING AND OUR YOUTH
Join the Snohomish County Health Department to learn about youth vaping today. This virtual presentation will include an overview of Snohomish County vaping trends, popular devices among youth, the health effects of adolescent nicotine and marijuana use, and more. VIEW PRESENTATION
NARCAN TRAINING – RECORDED 5.24.2023
Please join Amy Wheat, Opioid Outreach Specialist with Snohomish County Human Services, to learn how to administer Narcan (Naloxone), a nasal spray that can block the effects of an opioid overdose. This training will include information about what an opioid overdose looks like, why the addition of Fentanyl increases the danger of a deadly overdose, and how to use the antidote to reverse an opioid overdose. VIEW PRESENTATION If you have questions about the training or would like to schedule a training with Amy, her contact information is as follows: Amy Wheat, Opioid Outreach Specialist, SUDP Snohomish County Human Services [...]
WASHINGTON POISON CENTER – PREVENTING POISONINGS AT HOME
Most calls to Washington’s Poison Helpline come from people exposed to potentially harmful products in their home. Join Alex Sirotzki with the Washington Poison Center for an overview of the at-home risks to look out for, including cleaners, medications, drugs/alcohol, and other household substances. Learn why at-home safety remains just as important as ever, and how trends in Poison Helpline calls have changed in recent years. VIEW PRESENTATION
Narcan Training
Please join Amy Wheat, Opioid Outreach Specialist with Snohomish County Human Services to learn how to administer Narcan (Naloxone), a nasal spray that can block the effects of an opioid overdose. This online training will include information about what an opioid overdose looks like, and how to use the antidote to reverse an opioid overdose. VIEW PRESENTATION
Quit Smoking Online Course
Do you want to quit smoking? Let us help you! We are offering a 9 session online course from the American Lung Association that will help you reach your goal. For more information on the Freedom From Smoking Program watch this short video clip. If you feel that this program is right for you, and you live in the Arlington, Darrington or North Snohomish County. Please contact us. We want to help you be successful in your decision to quit!
