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8655000530 Blount Countys Prevention and Wellness Coalition VISION A drugfree community that is united and empowered to addressthe social emotional and economic wellbeing of Blount Countyindividuals and families. Mission To establish a network of community members and agencies thatcreates opportunities for public discourse and implementation ofstrategies to reduce substance misuse. Hope for a Brighter Future Be Aware Blount Prevention Wellness Coalitions work is topromote primary prevention measures in our community whilepartnering with other organizations around these substances Tobacco Tobacco Tobacco consists of nicotine an addictivesubstance as well as many other harmfulchemicals that can lead to heart diseasecancer and many other adverse health effects Vaping Vaping Vaping devices or Ecigarettes are batteryoperated devices that people use to inhale an aerosol which typically contains nicotine though not always flavorings and other chemicals Cannabis Cannabis Marijuana use whether smokedvaped eaten or other uses pose a lot of risk to those using and to the community around them. 1 in 6 students will develop a Marijuana Use Disorder.