News & Events
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The mental health crisis among young people is an emergency — and social media has emerged as an important contributor. Adolescents who spend more than three hours a day on social media face double the risk of anxiety and depression symptoms, and the average daily use in this age group, as of the summer of 2023, was 4.8 hours. Additionally, nearly half of adolescents say social media makes them feel worse about their bodies.
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CCR, DEA and HIDTA will be hosting this years Red Ribbon Luncheon and Award Ceremony on October 9th. The location is Admiral Baker club.
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Federal health regulators and law enforcement officials on Monday vowed to work more closely to stop sales of illegal electronic cigarettes, which have grown into a multibillion-dollar business in the U.S. while skirting government oversight.
The Food and Drug Administration said it would launch a new task force on this issue with the Department of Justice and several other agencies, including the U.S. Postal Service.
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Underage drinking and drug use can impact a teen’s health, safety and judgment, leading to consequences such as alcohol poisoning, cannabis use disorder, assaults, drunk or drugged driving, accidental injuries, property damage and unprotected sex.
All 18 incorporated municipalities and the unincorporated areas of the County have adopted “social host” ordinances, making it illegal to host underage drinking or marijuana parties. Any person who sells or provides an alcoholic beverage to a minor can receive up to a $1,000, six months in jail or both.
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Meet the Media Training - New Date June 27th at 10am Constructing an Effective Op-Ed
Chris Jennewein; Times of San Diego Editor will be conducting this free virtual training.
Master the Structure of Op-Eds:
Learn the essential elements of op-eds, including how to craft a compelling argument supported by evidence.
Engage and Persuade Your Audience: Develop skills to write persuasively for specific audiences,utilizing emotional appeals and strong headlines.
Ethics and Submission Tactics: Understand ethical considerations in opinion writing and learn strategies for successfully submitting op-eds to media outlets.
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