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Did You Know?
The DEA Prescription Drug Take Back held on October 26th at Hood Commons collected 90.3 lbs. of unwanted, outdated prescription drugs for safe disposal. Thank you to the Derry Police for their diligence in keeping our community safe!
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New Website Resources
We love these new resources and think you will to!
CDC has a new website resource on concussions and brain injuries. Visit Heads Up to Parents at http://cdcheadsup.org/.
Check out a new website resource for prescription drug safety - http://www.upandaway.org/. Up and Away is a CDC project.
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Safe Communities Awareness
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Drowsy Driving Prevention
November 11th through 17th
Your eyelids droop and your head starts to nod. Yawning becomes almost constant and your vision seems blurry. You blink hard, focus your eyes and suddenly realize that you've veered onto the shoulder or into oncoming traffic for a moment and quickly straighten the wheel. This time you were lucky; next time you could become the latest victim of the tragedy of drowsy driving. Many people cannot tell if or when they are about to fall asleep. And if sleepiness comes on while driving, many say to themselves, "I can handle this, I'll be fine." Yet they're putting themselves and others in danger. What they really need is a nap or a good night's sleep. Here are some signs that should tell a driver to stop and rest: - Difficulty focusing, frequent blinking, or heavy eyelids
- Daydreaming; wandering/disconnected thoughts
- Trouble remembering the last few miles driven; missing exits or traffic signs
- Yawning repeatedly or rubbing your eyes
- Trouble keeping your head up
- Drifting from your lane, tailgating, or hitting a shoulder rumble strip
- Feeling restless and irritable
Source: National Sleep Foundation
Visit http://drowsydriving.org/ to learn more.
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Great American Smokeout
November 21st
The American Cancer Society marks the Great American Smokeout on the third Thursday of November each year by encouraging smokers to use the date to make a plan to quit, or to plan in advance and quit smoking that day. By quitting - even for one day - smokers will be taking an important step towards a healthier life - one that can lead to reducing cancer risk.
Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in the US, yet about 43.8 million Americans still smoke cigarettes - Nearly 1 in every 5 adults. As of 2010, there were also 13.2 million cigar smokers in the US, and 2.2 million who smoke tobacco in pipes - other dangerous and addictive forms of tobacco.
Source: American Cancer Society
Resources to Help Stop Smoking
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Buckle Up America!
Everyday and Especially on Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving holiday is one of the busiest travel times of the year, and with all the excitement, travelers can become more focused on celebrations than getting to their destinations as safely as possible. Wearing a seat belt is the single most effective way to save your life and the lives of your loved ones while on the road. Don't risk it on the road this Thanksgiving. Remember: Buckle Up America-- Every Trip, Every Time.
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), seat belts saved almost 12,000 lives nationwide in 2011. In the same year, 52 percent of the 21,253 passenger vehicle occupants killed in motor vehicle crashes were NOT wearing seat belts at the time of the crash.
Source: NHTSA
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Upcoming Events for Safe Communities
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Substance Misuse in Our Communities November 5th | PA Stockbridge Theater | 6:00 PM Flyer (Click to download.) |
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All Walks of Life
Statewide Conversation on Mental Health and Substance Abuse
November 14th | Contact New Futures
Amy Pepin | (603) 225-9540 X109 | apepin@new-futures.org
www.new-futures.org
Whether you are concerned about adequate services, costs, stress on the state's infrastructure, or someone you love, mental health and substance abuse affects every corner of the Granite State. Now, for the first time, stakeholders from policy leaders and administrators to family members and consumers will come together to talk about how to create a healthier state.
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Stand Up to Bullying
a one-day program to take a stand against all forms of bullying  November 15th | 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM Whittemore Center | UNH | Durham More information: http://www.standuptobullyingnh.org/During the day, students will discuss the issue in a town meeting, hear from inspirational speakers, and caucus to exchange ideas and discuss action plans for their schools. This rally was a call to action for students to take a stand against bullying! |
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Dining to Donate - Save the Date!
Enjoy a meal that is filling and fulfilling.
 December 3rd | 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM Applebee's | 14 Manchester Road | Derry | (603) 432-5600Flyer (Click to download.) Applebee's will donate 15% of your check to CATS when you dine at the Derry Applebee's. Download the flyer, print, and present to your server. Donation percentage excludes tax and tip. Valid only at above mentioned location during specified hours. Must present flyer in order for organization to receive credit for purchase.Flyers are not to be distributed in the restaurant or within the perimeter of the parking lot. Doing so will result in a voided event.
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Community Alliance for Teen Safety is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization.
Our mission is to promote safe habits for all youth by increasing awareness of high-risk behaviors, encouraging healthy choices, and fostering community alliances.
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