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About – Headway

WEBNewaygo County has a problem: substance abuse. We’re Headway, a community change organization with a mission to curb the use of prescription drugs, alcohol, and tobacco.

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URL: https://headwaynewaygo.org/about/

Headway – Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition

WEBHeadway is here to make a positive change in the way Newaygo County views substance abuse. We meet bi-monthly to discuss various topics concerning mental health and …

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High THC Effects – Headway

WEBThe truth is, these facts should cause us some concern, if only because the marijuana of today has a higher THC content that is more than 15% stronger than marijuana …

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Tobacco – Headway

WEBWhile a cigarette is a blend of multiple types of tobacco, a cigar is a single type of fermented tobacco. A Monitoring the Future study found that roughly 10 percent of teens in grades …

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Vaping – Headway

WEBTen years ago, the health effects of vaping may have been debated in the health community. Now, we have significant evidence that vaping is just as dangerous as …

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What we do – Headway

WEBStrategies. These strategies are prevention efforts aimed at changing or influencing community conditions, standards, institutions, structures, systems, and policies that …

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Get involved – Headway

WEBTell us your story. Have you or a loved one overcome a struggle with alcohol, tobacco, or prescription drugs? We want to know! Your story can inspire others to make a positive …

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Drop-off sites – Headway

WEBProper disposal of medication helps promote a healthy community. By removing unused medication from your home, you reduce the likelihood of burglary and the chance of …

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Mental Health Meeting – Headway

WEBMental Health and Suicide Prevention used to be part of the coalition message and priorities. However, during the last strategic planning session, it became less of a priority …

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Your story – Headway

WEBSharing your story of substance abuse recovery or abstinence with other local residents can have a positive impact for those struggling with sobriety in our community.

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Statistics – Headway

WEBBelow are some surprising figures from The Michigan Profile for Healthy Youth student survey, which was developed by the Michigan Department of Education in collaboration …

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Headway Action Teams Spring into Summer – Headway

WEBOver the past couple of months, the Headway Action Teams have been working hard! Prescription Drug Action Team. The Prescription Drug Action Team has partnered with …

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Member Spotlight – Sally Wagoner – Headway

WEBEach quarter, Headway members nominate a Coalition member who has gone above and beyond to promote the mission and work of the coalition. This quarter, the coalition …

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Contact – Headway

WEBTell us your story. Have you or a loved one overcome a struggle with alcohol, tobacco, or prescription drugs? We want to know! Your story can inspire others to make a positive …

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