Central East Prevention Technology Transfer Center

Central East Prevention Technology Transfer Center The Central East PTTC will use proven strategies and practices to promote substance use prevention.

Partnering in Prevention! We are so excited to have been accepted as presenters for the WV Share the Vision 2026 Confere...
04/23/2026

Partnering in Prevention! We are so excited to have been accepted as presenters for the WV Share the Vision 2026 Conference. A huge thank you to the conference organizers and everyone who joined our session—it was a privilege to connect with such a dedicated group! Jeanne Tuono and Josh Esrick did a fantastic job representing our team.

Today we recognize World Benzodiazepine Awareness Day — a powerful reminder of the risks associated with benzodiazepine ...
07/11/2025

Today we recognize World Benzodiazepine Awareness Day — a powerful reminder of the risks associated with benzodiazepine misuse and the urgent need for safer, evidence-based prescribing practices.

🔍 Learn more about the impact of these medications, their risks when used long-term or without proper medical supervision, and how we can all play a role in raising awareness and promoting safer care.

📖 Read more from the PTTC Network:
👉 https://pttcnetwork.org/news/world-benzodiazepines-awareness-day-a-call-to-prevent-misuse-and-promote-safer-prescribing/

12/19/2024

Happy Holidays from our staff to you!

It’s Homelessness Awareness Month, and Central East PTTC supports raising awareness around homelessness and addiction.SA...
11/08/2024

It’s Homelessness Awareness Month, and Central East PTTC supports raising awareness around homelessness and addiction.SAMHSA Launches Homelessness Awareness Month Toolkit to Support Vulnerable Populations. https://t.ly/UiW1J Recovery support services are vital in addressing homelessness, especially for those facing mental health and substance use challenges. SAMHSA offers resources helping individuals and communities: samhsa.gov/find-help/recovery

Collaboration between prevention and harm reduction can improve health outcomes and expand the reach of services. Harm r...
09/27/2024

Collaboration between prevention and harm reduction can improve health outcomes and expand the reach of services. Harm reduction touches services across the behavioral health continuum of care and can align with prevention strategies. This product explains the importance of collaboration between prevention and harm reduction and identifies potential collaborative opportunities and partners.

To view/download the product, visit: https://bit.ly/3XAij1C

Prevention messaging seeks to change behavior by inspiring hope and providing information on the risks of substance use....
09/20/2024

Prevention messaging seeks to change behavior by inspiring hope and providing information on the risks of substance use. Implementing well-designed, culturally responsive messaging alongside other evidence-based prevention strategies can increase the effectiveness of each. This product explains the importance of prevention messaging, provides examples of messaging techniques, and shares tips and resources for developing a messaging campaign.

To view/download the product, visit: https://bit.ly/3B9Vt9y

is a way for us to acknowledge our mental health and substance use and misuse prevention experiences. Certified Peer R...
09/04/2024

is a way for us to acknowledge our mental health and substance use and misuse prevention experiences. Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, Demetrie Garner shares his about his challenges with substance use and how he was able to overcome it.

To read Demetrie's story visit: https://danyainstitute.org/2024/09/mypreventionstory/

Join us on September 11th, 18th, and 25th at 1:00 PM ET for a three-part webinar series where presenter Cassandra Robled...
08/30/2024

Join us on September 11th, 18th, and 25th at 1:00 PM ET for a three-part webinar series where presenter Cassandra Robledo will discuss effective coalition leadership, different leadership styles, and actionable steps to move forward and create change in your communities!

For more info, visit: https://bit.ly/3Mu4tZz

As International Overdose Awareness Day approaches, it is crucial to unite in our efforts to end drug overdoses, remembe...
08/22/2024

As International Overdose Awareness Day approaches, it is crucial to unite in our efforts to end drug overdoses, remember those we’ve lost without stigma, and support their loved ones. This annual campaign, observed on August 31st, strives to raise awareness, reduce stigma, educate communities, and promote policies to prevent tragic loss. The theme for this year, “Together we can”, highlights the power of collective action.

To read the full article, visit: https://pttcnetwork.org/news/observing-international-overdose-awareness-day/

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