Prevention Council News
Prevention Council News
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How couples can avoid holiday conflict over money
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Saratoga County deputies get help in preventing boating while intoxicated
Seen on: WNYT Channel 13 Tuesday, August 11, 2020 SARATOGA SPRINGS - By all accounts, Saratoga Lake is busier than ever and police and prevention types are partnering to make it as safe as ever. "Hey guys, you're not in any trouble," Deputy John Becker yelled to a family from Corning riding on a pontoon boat Tuesday. Becker was riding on a SeaDoo personal watercraft. He was one of four deputies stopping boats on Saratoga Lake to hand out paper. They weren't writing tickets. People were getting brochures about the dangers of boating under the influence. "I'm from the Prevention [...]
Dose of Reality: Saratoga Recovery Center adapts to new technology
Seen on: WRGB Channel 6 Thursday, September 5, 2019 As the Coronavirus pandemic continues, recovery and treatment centers all over the country have had to change the way they serve their communities. "Zoom was the noise a car made when it went down the road," Lillian McCarthy joked with us. She works as the Assosciate Director of the Prevention Council and Healing Springs in Saratoga Springs. Now, zoom and other services like it are a part of her staff's daily routine. McCarthy says she's proud of how her team reacted to the changes, implementing a full schedule of meetings, counseling [...]
Prevention Council begins teaching drug facts through escape room games
Seen on: The Post Star Tuesday, Jan 28, 2020 Prevention Council begins teaching drug facts through escape room games SOUTH GLENS FALLS — As tobacco roars back into the school population through vaping, The Prevention Council of Saratoga County is trying to get kids to listen to the truth. One of the council’s latest methods is to run escape room events related to drug addiction. Recently, a South Glens Falls high school health class played an escape room scenario called “Do It For Your Lungs.” As the students solved clues, they learned about the dangers of vaping. “But it’s fun,” [...]
Advocates aim to educate parents on dangers of vaping
Seen on: ABC News 10 Tuesday, Oct 22, 2019 Advocates aim to educate parents on dangers of vaping SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Local Saratoga County leaders are not waiting for long-term vaping studies to discover possible harmful effects. Leaders are working to curb vaping in kids and connecting with schools in the community. Saratoga Hospital held a forum Tuesday night warning parents and teachers what to watch out for. “We’re wanting them to say no to destructive choices, but they have to learn how and why,” said Patty Kilgor Director of Prevention Services. Patty said kids she speaks with [...]
Local group reminds adults of consequences of giving alcohol to teens
Seen on: ABC News 10 Friday, September 27, 2019 Local group reminds adults of consequences of giving alcohol to teens ALBANY COUNTY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Three people have been arrested in Albany County, accused of providing alcohol to teens who were involved in a fatal Rennselaerville crash. “If you were the person purchasing or hosting, you are responsible if an underage person obtains it,” Janine Stuchin, Executive Director of the Prevention Council of Saratoga County told News10. “It’s never the intended consequence, but it’s a risk that we take on individually,” Stuchin said, “and it’s the potential harm that can [...]
Cuomo calls for vaping crackdown based on health concerns
Seen on: The Daily Gazette Tuesday, September 10, 2019 Industry says problems due to illegal vaping products CAPITAL REGION -- Calling it a "frightening public health phenomenon," Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo on Monday directed the state Department of Health to address both the increasing number of cases of vaping-associated respiratory illnesses and the growing use of vaping products by young people. Cuomo not only directed the Health Department to subpoena companies marketing and selling "thickening agents" used in black-market vaping products, but to issue emergency regulations mandating that warning signs be posted in all vape and smoke shops as well. He also said he will advance [...]
Saratoga Springs program fights opioid addiction through healing
Seen on: WRGB Channel 6 Thursday, September 5, 2019 CBS6 remains committed to tackling the opioid crisis with our Dose of Reality reports. Jack Lamson takes us to Healing Springs in the Spa City for a look at a unique program to help those dealing with addiction.
Overdose Awareness candlelight vigil in Congress Park Photo Gallery
Seen on: The Daily Gazette Thursday, August 29, 2019 Images from the annual Overdose Awareness candlelight vigil at Spirit of Life statue in Congress Park in Saratoga Springs on Thursday, August 29, 2019. The event was presented by RAIS-Our Voice!, the Prevention Council, and Healing Springs Recovery Community and Outreach Center.