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Efforts surrounding 'Prevention Week Alabama' include events and public education

Efforts surrounding 'Prevention Week Alabama' include events and public education

Governor Robert Bentley recently proclaimed May 12-18 as Prevention Week in Alabama, coinciding with the National Prevention Week observance. Sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, NPW is dedicated to increasing awareness of, and action around, substance abuse and mental health issues. It serves to promote prevention efforts, provide education about behavioral health and strengthen community partnerships.

This year's theme, "Your voice. Your choice. Make a difference.," emphasizes that the prevention of substance abuse and promotion of mental health starts with the choices people make in their own lives.

Dr. Maranda Brown, director of the Office of Prevention Services in ADMH’s Division of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services, says, “The Office of Prevention Services is extremely excited to celebrate the 2nd annual NPW observance.

The Red Cross is hosting a blood drive in Dothan today

The Red Cross is hosting a blood drive in Dothan today

The American Red Cross Blood Services, Alabama and Central Gulf Coast Region, which supplies blood to approximately 100 hospitals, needs 600 blood donors each day to meet the needs of patients in the region.  Please call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org to make an appointment to donate blood or platelets.

A blood drive is being held in Dothan today, May 10th, from 8:30 a.m until 1:30 p.m. at Dothan Civic Center.

To give blood, you must weigh at least 110 pounds; you must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), and you must be in general good health.

Lyster offers low-cost hearing air program for retirees, dependents

Lyster offers low-cost hearing air program for retirees, dependents

 

By Katherine Rosario

Lyster Army Health Clinic Public Affairs

 

Fort Rucker, AL - Retirees and their dependents enrolled to Lyster Army Health Clinic may be eligible for hearing aids at a substantially reduced cost through the Retiree-at-Cost Hearing Aid Program, also known as RACHAP.

The program provides retirees and their dependents over the age of 18 the opportunity to buy hearing aids at government cost, usually around $1,000. Generally, two hearing aids can run upward of $8,000 if purchased through an off-post seller.

“We are able to get the hearing aids for the government rate anywhere from $700-$1000, which saves the retirees a significant amount of money,” said Jamie Crook, licensed clinical chief Audiologist at Lyster.

Lyster is even able to offer options when picking out the right hearing aid, including state-of-the-art remote controls and Bluetooth accessories.

The Red Cross is hosting a blood drive in Dothan today

The Red Cross is hosting a blood drive in Dothan today

The American Red Cross Blood Services, Alabama and Central Gulf Coast Region, which supplies blood to approximately 100 hospitals, needs 600 blood donors each day to meet the needs of patients in the region.  Please call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org to make an appointment to donate blood or platelets.

A blood drive is being held in Dothan today, May 3rd, from 10 a.m until 2:30 p.m. at Oncology Supply.

To give blood, you must weigh at least 110 pounds; you must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), and you must be in general good health.

The Red Cross is hosting a blood drive in Dothan today

The Red Cross is hosting a blood drive in Dothan today

The American Red Cross Blood Services, Alabama and Central Gulf Coast Region, which supplies blood to approximately 100 hospitals, needs 600 blood donors each day to meet the needs of patients in the region.  Please call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org to make an appointment to donate blood or platelets.

A blood drive is being held in Dothan today, May 2nd, from 12:30 until 5:30 p.m. at Wiregrass Commons Community Room. (Community Room is at the mall entrance between Burlington and Dillard's and is across from Le Nails. Inside, it is located between Journeys and Foot Locker Shoes.)

To give blood, you must weigh at least 110 pounds; you must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), and you must be in general good health.

Art exhibition & education highlight ADMH's promotion of National Mental Health Month

Art exhibition & education highlight ADMH's promotion of National Mental Health Month

Each year the Alabama Department of Mental Health joins statewide and national organizations to promote National Mental Health Month, observed in May. Throughout the month, various advocacy organizations will host events statewide, and ADMH will present its 8th annual Capitol Showcase Consumer Art Exhibition.

Art Exhibition Details
More than 100 consumers around the state with mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders or co-occurring disorders will showcase their artwork throughout the month at the Capitol. The exhibition promotes consumer dignity and helps the public gain a better understanding of the individuals ADMH serves. This exhibition is about more than just the artists’ work.

The Red Cross is hosting a blood drive in Dothan today

The Red Cross is hosting a blood drive in Dothan today

The American Red Cross Blood Services, Alabama and Central Gulf Coast Region, which supplies blood to approximately 100 hospitals, needs 600 blood donors each day to meet the needs of patients in the region.  Please call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org to make an appointment to donate blood or platelets.

A blood drive is being held in Dothan today, April 30th, from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Dothan High School.

To give blood, you must weigh at least 110 pounds; you must be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), and you must be in general good health.