METH MANUAL UNVEILED

A new tool has been deployed in the battle against crystal
methamphetamine use.

Fraser Health Authority has released a 156-page manual titled A Community
Guide: Strategies and Interventions for Dealing with Crystal
Methamphetamine and Other Emerging Drug Trends.

It can be downloaded from FHA's website (
www.fraserhealth.ca/HealthInfo/MentalHealth/AddictionServices ).

The guide provides information about programs and strategies to
counter meth use. Sections range from effects and dangers of meth to
withdrawal symptoms and treatment.

Among adults, crystal meth was the fourth drug of choice behind
alcohol, marijuana and cocaine, the guide says. Among youth, meth is
third behind marijuana and alcohol.