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Street Names Chalk Crank Crystal Ice Meth Speed Abuse, National Institute on Drug. “Methamphetamine.” NIDA, www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/methamphetamine.

Methamphetamine is…. An illegal drug A synthetic drug A stimulant A designer drug Abuse, National Institute on Drug. “Methamphetamine.” NIDA, www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/methamphetamine.

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Ways to Take Meth Inhaling/smoking Swallowing Snorting Injecting Abuse, National Institute on Drug. “Methamphetamine.” NIDA, www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/methamphetamine.

Short-term Effects Increased wakefulness and physical activity Rapid and/or irregular heartbeat Increased blood pressure Increased body temperature Abuse, National Institute on Drug. “Methamphetamine.” NIDA, www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/methamphetamine.

Long-term Effects Increased risk of HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C Worsen progression of HIV/AIDS Extreme weight loss Severe dental problems (meth mouth) Intense itching Skin sores from itching Anxiety Abuse, National Institute on Drug. “Methamphetamine.” NIDA, www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/methamphetamine.

Long-term Effects Sleeping problems Paranoia Confusion Violent behavior Hallucinations Emotional/cognitive problems Abuse, National Institute on Drug. “Methamphetamine.” NIDA, www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/methamphetamine.

Impact on the Community Between 2001 and 2012, a total of 1,325 meth-related chemical incidents were reported in 5 states. The most common reported injuries were: Respiratory irritation Chemical and thermal burns Eye irritation “Injuries from Methamphetamine-Related Chemical Incidents — Five States, 2001–2012.” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 28 Aug. 2015, www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm6433a4.htm.

Trends in Meth-Related Incidents in 5 States “Injuries from Methamphetamine-Related Chemical Incidents — Five States, 2001–2012.” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 28 Aug. 2015, www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm6433a4.htm.

Impact on the Community Exposure to hazardous substances used in meth production can occur from: Spills Fires Explosions Volatile air emissions Meth can raise your body temperature so much that you pass out, which can lead to death if not treated properly. Death can also occur from heart attack or stroke. “Methamphetamine (Meth).” NIDA for Teens, 1 Mar. 2017, teens.drugabuse.gov/drug-facts/methamphetamine-meth.

Unique Information Methamphetamine is made in the United States and often Mexico. Based on a study in 2004: An estimated 12 million people aged 12 and older had used methamphetamine at least once in their lifetime. “Acute Public Health Consequences of Methamphetamine Laboratories --- 16 States, January 2000--June 2004.” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm5414a3.htm.

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