Prevention Services

Substance Use Prevention

The El Paso County Public Health Substance Use Prevention program works to reduce and prevent substance use and misuse in El Paso County through community-level education, advocacy, and policy. This approach helps youth and others stop substance use before it begins. Areas of focus include tobacco and nicotine, alcohol, cannabis and other substance use prevention.

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Youth Suicide Prevention

Convened by EPCPH since 2015, the El Paso County Youth Suicide Prevention [YSP] Workgroup engages community partners to take collective action to support youth mental health, well-being, and suicide prevention. Since its inception, the YSP Workgroup has had 66 partner agencies and 24 community members and parents contribute to this work, including school districts, parents, behavioral health providers, faith community leaders, hospitals, the El Paso County Coroner’s Office, and other organizations that work closely with youth.

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Behavioral Health

Everyone, regardless of gender, age, race, income, or religion, faces challenges with their mood, emotions, and behavior from time to time. It is important to talk about our mental health with someone we trust and seek professional care when we need it, just as we would with a physical injury or ailment.

Need help? If you or someone needs support call: 1-844-494-TALK (8255) or text “TALK” to 38255 to connect with Colorado Crisis Services Hotline. OR Call/Text 988 to speak to a trained crisis worker at the National Suicide Hotline.

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Injury and Violence Prevention

Unintentional injuries and acts of violence are the leading cause of death for children and young people in El Paso County and across the United States. Preventing these tragedies can not only save lives but also improve the quality of life and long-term health of our citizens. El Paso County Public Health is committed to keeping our citizens safe from preventable injuries and acts of violence through a variety of community-based initiatives.

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