RAM - Rethinking Access to Marijuana

October is Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month. The goal of prevention is to:

• Prevent the initiation of substance use
• Stop the progression of substance use
• And reduce the consequences of substance use

October is Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month. The goal of prevention is to: • Prevent the initiation of substance use • Stop the progression of substance use • Reduce the consequences of substance use. #MyPreventionStory #PreventionEducation #LACountyRAM #PreventionMonth #PublicHealth

It's about that time for students of all ages to head back to the classroom. Substance misuse prevention means giving people the tools they need to stay resilient against the harms of substances like cannabis which can even be encountered at school.

For those going back to school, here's what you need to know about cannabis.

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One in four road deaths in Colorado involve ma*****na. Let that sink in.

Ma*****na-impaired driving is deadly. Colorado saw a 138% increase in THC-impaired driving deaths since legalization. In states where ma*****na is legal, traffic fatalities tied to THC have skyrocketed.
Almost half of teenagers who regularly use ma*****na admit they've gotten behind the wheel while stoned.

Drivers with THC in their system are 10x more likely to be in a crash.

Don’t believe the myth that driving high is safer. The data is clear. Lives are being lost.

Ma*****na edibles and joints may cause early heart damage, study finds | CNN Using THC-laced edibles and smoking ma*****na are both linked to early signs of cardiovascular disease, a new study found.

Public health isn’t just about doctors and clinics — it’s about the choices we make every day that impact our bodies, our minds, and our communities.

This week, we’re sharing key facts about cannabis and THC to highlight how staying informed helps keep us all healthier.

Cannabis can affect brain development in young people
- Products with high concentrations of tHC can have a bigger impact on brain development
- Misunderstandings about cannabis can lead to risky decisions

Public health starts with knowledge. It starts with YOU.

This New Year, it’s all about you! Commit to healthy changes that empower your journey and help you thrive without relying on cannabis. Your best self starts now!

This Martin Luther King Jr.'s Day, let's honor his legacy by living with purpose, peace, and a commitment to personal growth. The new year is an opportunity to create goals and resolutions that foster our well-being and choose a path that supports us in living our best lives, being healthy, and being cannabis-safe. Together, we can make this year meaningful and fulfilling!

Find your calm this New Year! Stress is inevitable, but learning healthy ways to cope can make all the difference. Let’s choose peace over pressure—cannabis-safe.

New year, new passions! Ditch the endless scrolling and pick up a hobby that sparks joy and creativity. Let’s fill our time with growth and purpose—cannabis-safe!

Start the New Year with love and connection! Whether it’s a call, a text, or quality time in person, spending moments with friends and family is the best way to nurture your heart and stay cannabis-safe.

Fuel your body, feed your mind! This New Year, let’s focus on mindful eating that nourishes us from the inside out. A balanced plate leads to a balanced life—cannabis-safe!