To help prevent prescription drug abuse and protect the health and safety of our communities, there are many initiatives currently underway at the national, state and local levels. Click here to read more
The Law Enforcement Subcommittee of the Cambria County Drug Coalition consists of members of local and county law enforcement dedicated to achieving its broad goal: To decrease the supply of illegal drugs in Cambria County. Click here to read more.
In September 2016, Cambria County incorporated a coordinated effort in the formation of the Cambria County Drug Coalition. The coalition is an independent 501©3 entity formed by a broad cross-section of dedicated individuals who have come together to engage in a collaborative manner to progress the anti-drug effort in Cambria County. Click here to read
Keith Elders, co-chairman of the recovery work group of the Cambria County Drug Coalition, demonstrates a nasal-spray Narcan kit on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at St. Mary’s Church hall in Nanty Glo. Click here fo read the full story. Photo: John Rucosky/The Tribune-Democrat
MY LIFE stands for Magellan Youth Leaders Inspiring Future Empowerment. “This is for youth ages 13 to 23 who have a substance abuse disorder, if they are in the foster care system, the juvenile justice system or have a mental health diagnosis,” said Kate Porter, of the Cambria County Drug Coalition. “But basically it is
It's hosted by the Cambria County Drug Coalition. People who attend wil get free doses of the opioid-reversal drug, naloxone, also known by its brand name: Narcan. Click here to read more.
The Johnstown Free Medical Clinic and the Cambria County Drug Coalition is offering a free Narcan training class to the public. Click here to read more.
Cambria County District Attorney Kelly Callihan (left) talks with members of the Cambria-Somerset Associate of Realtors during a luncheon Thursday, Jan. 11, 2018, at Miners Cafe in Jennerstown. Click here to read more.
Since the formation of the Cambria County Drug Coalition in September 2016, the focus of those involved has to been to create partnerships between existing agencies and work toward the same goal – drug-free communities countywide. Click here to read more.
Ebensburg, Cambria County, Pa. - Thursday morning, Cambria County Drug Coalition leaders hosted their second public meeting to talk about the progress made and the hurdles to come, as they fight the county's drug epidemic. Click here to read more.
