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The Clinton Collaborative Council is a countywide group of stakeholders who work together through the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) process to address substance misuse issues. We need community members to join us in exploring new ways to support our County. Get involved and make a difference!
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TEAM AWARENESS IS IN IOWA
Team Awareness is all about people, helping us support each other, manage stress, and build stronger connections in the workplace. This program encourages resilience, open conversations, and mental well-being so everyone can show up as their best selves. Together, we can create healthier, more supportive workplaces where individuals and teams thrive.
Ready to bring Team Awareness to your workplace? Contact us today to learn more and schedule a workshop contact Valerie Acosta at 563-362-0330.
working to reduce adult heavy and binge drinking
Heavy Drinking
Heavy drinking is defined by the CDC as consuming 15 or more drinks per week for men and 8 or more drinks per week for women.
Binge Drinking
Binge drinking is defined by the CDC as consuming 5 or more drinks on an occasion for men and 4 or more drinks on an occasion for women.
Effects of Alcohol use
*Information provided by the CDC
Short-Term Effects
- Drinking excessively on an occasion can lead to these harmful health effects:
- Injuries - motor vehicle crashes, falls, drownings, and burns
- Violence - homicide, suicide, sexual violence, and intimate partner violence
- Alcohol Poisoning - high blood alcohol levels that affect body functions like breathing and heart rate
- Overdose - from alcohol use with other drugs, like opioids
- Sexually Transmitted Infections or Unplanned Pregnancy - alcohol use can lead to sex without protection, which can cause these conditions
- Miscarriage, Stillbirth, or Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) - from any alcohol use during pregnancy
Long-Term Effects
Over time, drinking alcohol can have these effects:
- Drinking any alcoholic beverages, including red and white wine, beer, and liquor, is linked with cancer
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Disease
- Liver Disease
- Stroke
- Alcohol Use Disorder - this affects both physical and mental health
- Digestive Problems
- Weaker Immune System
- Mental Health Conditions including anxiety or depression
- Learning Problems at school or work
- Memory Problems including dementia
- Relationship Problems with family and friends
Information on the PFS-PAM grant
Podcast-Grow Clinton
Lauren and Amber went on the Grow Clinton Podcast to discuss the PFS-PAM grant and adult heavy drinking. Click the button below to watch the podcast and learn more.
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FREE TRAINING OFFERED IN CLINTON COUNTY
We are currently offering two interactive trainings in Clinton County. Contact Valerie Acosta for more information 563-362-0330.
Check Your Alcohol usage
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Clinton Substance Abuse Council
Copyright © 2024 Clinton Substance Abuse Council - All Rights Reserved. Everyone is encouraged to get involved. The Clinton Substance Abuse Council (which includes the Camanche-DeWitt Coalition and the Gateway ImpACT Coalition) does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status.