One Voice for Southeastern New Hampshire

In 2011, drug-related deaths in NH hit 200. 82% were related to Rx Abuse. Get the details.

In 2010, more NH residents died from Rx drug overdoses than car accidents. See how NH is addressing this, click the newly released Call to Action

ONE Voice is happy to report that binge drinking (4-5 drinks in one sitting) is down 5 percent since 2007.

73 percent of high school students say that it is easy or very easy to get alcohol.

More than 20 percent of high school students have used prescription drugs in their life without a doctor’s prescription

11 percent of students have used over-the-counter (OTC) drugs to get high in their lifetime.

25.5 percent of students have used marijuana in the past 30 days.

Together preventing substance abuse one child at a time.

Supporting youth, families, educators, and communities who are committed to the prevention of alcohol and drug use. Working together, we can reduce substance abuse in our 20 eastern New Hampshire communities.

Medical Provider Video-Vigilant Patient Visit

Members of the Rx Taskforce teamed up to produce a short video illustrating the importance of screening in medical settings. Video Talent New England donated substantial time to this project and worked with Jason Lucey, ARNP and Wendy Pressly, RN and Tom Barnes of Pain Care, who wrote the script. The 9 minute video demonstrates how medical providers can implement strategies to prevent drug diversion among patients while awaiting the implementation of the NH Prescription Monitoring Program. To watch the video click HERE.

The Rx Epidemic: Community Solutions to an Evolving Problem

Over 70 people from around the region and State gather on June 7th to hear about the current trends and solutions related to prescription drug misuse. Presentation from the breakout sessions and the panels can be access HERE. This event was sponsored by the ONE Voice Regional Network, Bridging the Gaps NH, Dover Coalition for Youth and the People Care Foundation. The workgroup responsible for planning the summit include Rx Taskforce Members: Lara Willard, Kris Howlett, Bob Pease, Vicki Hebert, Graham Griffin, Sara Dillingham and Melissa Silvey.

NH Governor's Commission Unanimously Endorse Five Year Plan

February 22nd was a great day for prevention and treatment advocates in NH. With the release of the much anticipated 5 year plan to address alcohol misuse, marijuana use and prescription drug abuse, Collective Action, Collective Impact- provides a framework for NH to respond to its substance abuse challenges. Click here to see the plan.