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PSA: The Path

The Path is an open letter from a Penobscot mother to her daughter who fears the hardships her daughter will experience in life if she continues down the path of underage drinking.
Pink ribbon with the words: Wabanaki Public Health honors Breast Cancer Awareness in October

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

In October, Wabanaki Public Health is proud to participate in National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the second most common kind of cancer in women.
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The end of bullying begins in our community

With school well underway, October is a good time to mark National Bullying Prevention Month, especially considering 1 in 4 students (22%) reports being bullied during the school year.
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Putting a stop to domestic violence

During October, we observe Domestic Violence Awareness Month, joining with communities to talk about preventing domestic violence and helping survivors to heal.

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The Real Reasons Teens Use Drugs

There is no single reason why teens use alcohol or other drugs, and it doesn’t always look like what you might expect. Teens can be getting..

The Real Reasons Teens Use Drugs The Real Reasons Teens Use Drugs drugpolicy.org There is no single reason why teens use alcohol or other drugs, and it doesn’t always look like what you might expect. Teens can be getting good grades, have plenty of friends, and still be using substances. This tip sheet helps parents understand potential reasons for teenage drug use. The more y...

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Happy Valentine’s Day! The Wabanaki policy board members are passing out the candy grams. #happyvalentinesday #youthengagement #substanceuseprevention..

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American Heart Month | National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)

February is American Heart Month! Home is where the heart is. Many studies have shown that having positive, close relationships and feeling connected..

American Heart Month | National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) American Heart Month | National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) nhlbi.nih.gov

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