TREATMENT MATTERS: Homelessness increases drug use because people use as a coping strategy. Like all addicts they need help and should be given the choice of going to treatment. https://lnkd.in/gsQBEfMh
Institute for Public Strategies
公共政策
San Diego，California 440 位关注者
We partner with communities to advance quality of life.
关于我们
Promoting vibrant, healthy, safe communities. IPS helps communities become more vibrant, healthy, and safe through a proven sustainable approach to cultural change. Working with top researchers in the field, IPS has an unmatched track record of helping cities, counties, and states save money, prevent injuries, save lives, and advance the quality of life for residents. Building on its successful two and a half decades, IPS helps communities advance revitalization, prevent problems related to alcohol and other drugs, advance innovative crime prevention strategies, prevent obesity, advance vehicle and transportation safety, address human trafficking, and tackle cross-border challenges. For more information, visit www.PublicStrategies.org or call 619.476.9100.
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https://publicstrategies.org
Institute for Public Strategies的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 公共政策
- 规模
- 11-50 人
- 总部
- San Diego，California
- 类型
- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 1992
- 领域
- Project Design、Environmental Prevention、Training、Technical Assistance、Project Implementation、Media Advocacy、Equity、Community Building、Coalition Building和Data Collection
地点
Institute for Public Strategies员工
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Eric Collins
Nonprofit, Chief Program Officer
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David G.
Strategic Management | Stakeholder Relations | Crisis Mitigation | Media/Communications | Public Policy | Government/Legislative Affairs |…
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Graham Champion
Owner, Public Strategies, LLC and Government Relations Consultant
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Vincent Marrone
Independent Government Relations Professional
动态
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EQUITY MATTERS: There is a high correlation between housing insecurity and substance use disorders.?Of those reporting regular use, an estimated 21% wanted, but were unable to receive, treatment.? https://lnkd.in/gij5-8hi
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HEART HEALTH MATTERS: Even minimal alcohol intake can elevate the risk of heart disease. To raise awareness about heart health, San Diego County's “Love Your Heart” campaign is an annual event that provides free blood pressure screenings to the public. https://lnkd.in/gxeuD3_s
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POLICY MATTERS: With corporate power unchallenged and regulators asleep at the wheel, drug markets have become more deadly, more dangerous, and, despite decades of aggressive and costly drug enforcement, more ubiquitous. https://lnkd.in/gFRac4xR
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Sponsored by the Binge and Underage Drinking of San Diego County, attend a workshop designed to explore research findings related to public health communication. REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/g5tWE8vP
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PREVENTION MATTERS: For many young people, alcohol is the first substance they try, making them more likely to experiment with other drugs later. But any substance that impairs judgment is potentially a gateway drug. https://lnkd.in/gCFN8975
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TREATMENT MATTERS: The issue of alcohol dependence now accounts for 59% of Spectrum Health's admissions. It's a number which represents a dramatic increase since the onset of COVID-19. https://lnkd.in/gzYC4P9K
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EQUITY MATTERS: Industrial Bank is one of two American financial institutions that allows incarcerated individuals to open savings, CD and retirement accounts. https://lnkd.in/gWM8dADk
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HEALTH MATTERS: The rise of the Sober Curious movement In San Diego County is more than just a passing trend; it’s a testament to the growing interest in healthier, more mindful lifestyles.?https://lnkd.in/gPEQ7Wgi
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