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Alcohol and Other Drugs

 

Alcohol and other drugs are part of our culture and can pose a serious risk to your health and well being. Reduce the risk…Get the facts…Know where to go for help.

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Did you know?

  • 61% of Ontario students (Grades 7-12) reported drinking alcohol in the past 12 months (OSDUHS 2007)
  • 26% of Ontario students (Grades 7-12) reported smoking marijuana at least once in the past 12 months (OSDUHS 2007)
  • 42% of Simcoe Muskoka residents reported heavy episodes of drinking in the past 12 months (CCHS, 2005)
  • 7.3% of Simcoe Muskoka drivers reported driving within 1 hour after 2 drinks, in the past 12months (CCHS 2003)

        

 

 

 
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