Partnering with the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services to Address Problem Gambling

This online fact sheet describes consultation that EDC experts provided to advance Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS) staff’s efforts to prepare communities to reduce substance use and gambling problems through public education, evidence-based prevention, and early intervention services. EDC experts also supported Iowa HHS staff’s work to increase remission and recovery from substance use disorders and problem gambling.

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Authors:

Education Development Center, Inc.

Services:

Implementation

Services:

Implementation

Media Type:

Website

Resource Type:

Fact sheet

Focus Area:

Mental Health & WellbeingSuicide, Addictions, & Violence Prevention

Date:

2023

Region:

United States

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