¿Dónde puedo obtener la Naloxona? Naxalona bajo en costo En tu farmacia local: La Orden de Dispensación de Utah permite a los farmacistas distribuir la Naxalona a quien sea sin necesidad de receta médica. Usted puede comprar la Naxalona en la mayoría de todas las farmacias, con el copago del Seguro médico o de su … Continue reading Naloxona- Salva una vida
Manejo de dolor despues del parto
Opciones de bajo riesgo para el manejo de dolor Hable con su médico sobre las formas de controlar o aliviar el dolor posparto. Aquí hay algunas opciones que podrían recomendar: Ibuprofeno (Motrin) y acetaminofén (Tylenol)Actividad ligera (caminar)Aerosoles anestésicos como DermoplastCompresas empapadas con hamamelis como TucksBaños de asiento (sentarse a unas pocas pulgadas de agua tibia)Compresa … Continue reading Manejo de dolor despues del parto
Safe Kids Utah County
About Safe Kids Utah County Safe Kids Utah county is a non-profit coalition working to make Utah County a safer place for children (ages 0 to 19) by preventing unintentional injuries and fatalities. We provide education and resources to all residents of Utah County. Some of those resources are car seat checks and classes; bike … Continue reading Safe Kids Utah County
Postpartum Pain Management
Low-Risk Pain Management Options Talk to your doctor about ways to manage or relieve your postpartum pain. Here are a few options they might recommend: Ibuprofen (Motrin®) & acetaminophen (Tylenol®)Light activity (walking)Numbing sprays such as Dermoplast®Witch-hazel pads such as Tucks®Sitz baths (sitting in a few inches of warm water)Cold pack/heating pad Do I need Opioids? … Continue reading Postpartum Pain Management
How to Implement the Red Ribbon Week Toolkit
This free toolkit was created to give all those engaged in youth drug prevention effective strategies, activities, and ideas to implement during Red Ribbon Week that are based on prevention science and research to help reduce youth substance use.
Whatever Your Child’s Journey, Go Together
Why It Matters “Whatever Your Child's Journey, Go Together” is a beautiful campaign that speaks to the importance of parents being an active part in their children’s lives. All Utah kids deserve to arrive at age 21 with a healthy brain and bright future, free from the harmful effects of alcohol. One of the best … Continue reading Whatever Your Child’s Journey, Go Together
Free Naloxone at the Spanish Fork Library
The Spanish Fork Library offers more than good books and free Wi-Fi. As of March, the library is also offering free naloxone. A few years ago, in conjunction with Spanish Fork City’s Active and Healthy initiative, the Spanish Fork Library began offering free gun locks to help prevent death by suicide. In addition to these … Continue reading Free Naloxone at the Spanish Fork Library
So, You’re Thinking About Therapy
Here’s what to expect. One of the most difficult parts of going to therapy can be calling and making an appointment in the first place. We've come a long way in reducing stigma, but there are still so many unknowns. What will people think? What is it going to be like? Am I going to … Continue reading So, You’re Thinking About Therapy
Drug Use and Relationships
Prescription drug misuse can happen to anyone. When it happens, it can wreak havoc on relationships. If you or a loved one is dealing with substance misuse, then here is some advice from a couple who made it through. Thank you for sharing your story Joel and Anjuli! https://videopress.com/v/wPOYjcYA?preloadContent=metadata Recovery from addiction is possible, so … Continue reading Drug Use and Relationships
5 Easy Ways to Bond With Your Kids
We all want a happy, healthy family, and one of the best ways to create that is through bonding. Bonding creates a close connection with the people you love, and can help protect youth from substance misuse. Youth who are bonded with their family are less likely to participate in risky behaviors. With all the … Continue reading 5 Easy Ways to Bond With Your Kids